How to stretch before working outStretching is a critical element to working out and getting in shape. Here are a few examples of stretches to get you started.Scout Life·May 25, 2009
Cracker Barrel returns June 8Time for us Cracker Barrelites to get up and stretch our legs a bit. But we’ll be back after a short break on Monday, June 8, with more great stories about Scouters, weekend adventures, squareScouting Magazine·May 22, 2009
Name That Council: May 21, 2009OK, this one’s tough. You see a river, some tents and canoes, and a scenic mountain range. That could be lots of places, right? But it’s only one. Find any clues you can and playScouting Magazine·May 21, 2009
How Well Would You Do on This Camping Quiz?Ready to put more "outing" into "Scouting"? You will be, once you ace this quiz on camping basics.Scout Life·May 21, 2009
Knot of the Week: Whitney M. Young Jr. AwardWho should have access to opportunities like Scouting? Whitney Young knew the answer to that question: everyone. The famed Civil Rights leader once said: “Every man is our brother, and every man’s burden is ourScouting Magazine·May 20, 2009
Name That Council: May 15, 2009 solutionLast Friday, we showed you this patch (above) and asked you to identify the council whose members wear this shoulder strip. Did the mountain scene look familiar? Follow the jump to find out if youScouting Magazine·May 18, 2009
Name That Council: May 15, 2009That's a nice council shoulder patch there, eh? But wait; something appears to be missing. Your eyes aren't playing tricks on you. We've removed the council's name, leaving only the colorful scene behind. Your job:Scouting Magazine·May 15, 2009
Make Philmont a family adventureIn the past weeks, we’ve introduced you to the high-level leadership training offered at Philmont Scout Ranch. You learned about NAYLE for Scouts and the Philmont Leadership Challenge for Wood Badge-trained adults. Now, you’re ready to hitScouting Magazine·May 13, 2009
Write a funny caption for this photoWhat’s going on in this picture? What is this monkey doing, and what is it thinking? Write your funniest caption for this photo and we’ll post it for everyone to read.Scout Life·May 13, 2009
Scouter Spotlight: Meet Sven RundmanAfter more than four decades of involvement in Scouting, Sven J. Rundman III can stand proudly in this week’s Scouter Spotlight. Before you meet him, though, take a moment to e-mail us with the nameScouting Magazine·May 12, 2009
Discounts for Boy ScoutsI actually don’t have a question. Just wanted to tell fellow Boys’ Life readers that Alps Mountaineering gives all Boy Scouts a 45 percent discount off list price on outdoor equipment on their website.Scout Life·May 12, 2009
Name That Council: May 8, 2009 solutionMost council shoulder patches have some clues about their location. Usually it's a state flag, a natural landmark, or a skyline. In Name That Council, your job is to use those clues to, well, nameScouting Magazine·May 11, 2009
Name That Council: May 8, 2009We've removed the name from the council shoulder patch above. Your challenge: Name That Council. This patch essentially has just one clue: a skyline. If you recognize it, the answer will be easy. If not,Scouting Magazine·May 8, 2009
Knot of the Week: Honor MedalTake a look at the seven knots we’ve covered in our Knot of the Week series so far. They all have one thing in common: We want you to earn them. And with enough dedicationScouting Magazine·May 7, 2009
NAYLE down your Scouts’ summer plansIt’s May, so we have to ask: How will the boys in your troop or crew spend their summer? If a boring summer job or hours of quality time with a PlayStation 3 look likely,Scouting Magazine·May 6, 2009
Stuff We Like: Injinji ToesocksThey look awfully silly, and the guys might laugh, but you'll be the one smiling at the end of the day after hiking or running in these toed socks.Scout Life·May 5, 2009
Scouter Spotlight: Meet Connie ElliottGreat Scouters keep coming our way for Scouter Spotlight, but we’re always looking for more people to feature. Do you know someone who should be next? Send us an e-mail [insertlink], and you might seeScouting Magazine·May 5, 2009
Name That Council: May 1, 2009 solutionOn Friday, we presented you with another Name That Council challenge: Identify the council that wears the shoulder patch pictured above. Got it? You certainly saw the lighthouse, the bridge, and the skyline. You probablyScouting Magazine·May 4, 2009
Be prepared for swine fluLet’s get serious. The H1N1 flu, commonly known as “swine flu,” is spreading rapidly across the United States, and the BSA is asking all unit leaders to be prepared and stay informed. The CDC hasScouting Magazine·May 4, 2009
Name That Council: May 1, 2009Last week, we introduced Name That Council, a fun Friday game that challenges you to identify a council using only the council shoulder patch. This week, we're back with another test for you. Use theScouting Magazine·May 1, 2009