Category: Scouting Culture

At some point, almost every Scout has wondered which merit badges they could earn most easily. I know I have! Because there are so many conflicting lists out there, I've decided to determine, once...

One classic but often overlooked part of the Scouting experience are songs and chants! Who doesn't want to strike up a tune alongside friends seated around the campfire? On top of being fun,...

Attending Wood Badge is like a university course for Scout leaders, but over a much shorter time frame! According to Scouts BSA, Wood Badge is an “advanced, national leadership course open only to...

One of the most unique and valuable experiences in Scouting is attending a National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). This six-day-long intensive course teaches Scouts essential skills for leading...

When it comes to Scout uniforms, cleanliness is essential! However, whether you're camping, hiking, participating in service projects, or just playing games with your troop buddies, your Field...

Eagle-required merit badges are the backbone of Scouting. In earning just 13 of these required badges (Citizenship In Society made it 14 as of July 1, 2022), Scouts learn valuable skills that'll help...