How to start a hydroponic gardenPlants don't need soil as long as they have five things: food, water, light, air and support. You can provide all five in a hydroponic garden. Here's how to create your own.Scout Life·July 3, 2008
Buying a surfboardOur family takes a vacation to the beach every summer. I've been boogie-boarding for the past several years, but now I want to try surfing. I know you can rent surfboards, but I want one of my own. Any advice?Scout Life·July 2, 2008
The dangers of steroidsYou're working out with the videos here in the BL Gym. Keep it up. No shortcuts. And definitely no steroids.Scout Life·June 21, 2008
Dredd Speed’s Solar ShootoutThe Wild West meets outer space! Face off against horrible (and hilarious) space rogues in a fast-paced target-practice game. Ready... steady... DUEL!Scout Life·June 20, 2008
Mountain bike gears are wrongMy mountain bike is totally off gear. I put it on gear number 4 and it is on number 6. What do I do?Scout Life·June 2, 2008
Pee Wee’s Reef RescueYour mission is simple: Save this reef! Help Pee Wee "Go Green" by snorkeling around the reef and grabbing garbage before his oxygen runs out.Scout Life·May 27, 2008
How to maintain your bikeMaintaining your bike is your responsibility, both for your safety and that of the friends you ride with. Luckily, tuning up your bike isn't as hard as it might seem when you first try. Here's how to maintain some of the components on your bike.Scout Life·May 22, 2008
Twist Wire to Make a Great PresentWith a few tools, you can twist and turn metal into something that is functional and easy on the eyes. Here's how to wire up some new things around the house.Scout Life·May 5, 2008
The Lost Pirate CoveExplore the cave, solve the puzzles, and see if you can discover the eight "peaces" that will make you into a true pirate.Scout Life·April 22, 2008
Catch and release fishing tipsHere are a few tips for ensuring the fish you catch have the best chance of survival.Scout Life·April 18, 2008
Make your own mailbox stoveLooking for a unique and fun way to cook for your troop? Do what this North Carolina troop does: Cook in a mailbox.Scout Life·April 11, 2008
Where can I find this camera?I want to get a Olympus SP-500 Ultra Zoom but whatever website that I look at they are always to expensive or I can’t find them.Scout Life·March 27, 2008
Write a funny caption for this photoWhat’s going on in this picture? Why is that dog's tongue hanging down? Write your funniest caption for this photo and we’ll post it for everyone to read.Scout Life·March 14, 2008
8 Great Historic HikesBy exploring a historical trail, hikers can follow in the footsteps of the trailblazers who carved their own paths through the American wilderness.Scout Life·March 12, 2008
Properly Portaging Your CanoeTechnique is more important than sheer strength when lifting your canoe.Scout Life·February 29, 2008
Calls for climbers and belayersWhen climbing or rappelling, it's very important for the person on the rock to communicate well with his belayer. To do this, they use "calls." Here are some of the generally accepted signals for belaying climbers and rappellers.Scout Life·February 26, 2008
How to start a collection of magazinesRead it and keep it! Here's how to start a great collection of magazines.Scout Life·February 20, 2008
Robots vs. Aliens ChessCan you beat the computer? It's a battle for checkmate in this online chess game.Scout Life·February 6, 2008