Today I was reminded as to exactly why I am a leader in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts and found a source of renewed purpose. My son and I were returning from a Cub Scout Pack campout today and stopped at a local restaurant for some lunch. While enjoying our meal, a young man that... Continue Reading →
The Scouting triangle: Remove one side, and the movement can’t function
An excellent representation of what it takes to create and maintain a healthy Scouting unit.
Wood Badge – complete!
I received word this past Saturday from my Wood Badge Scoutmaster that my ticket was approved and that I've officially completed the Application Phase of the Wood Badge experience! I was sitting in a Cub Advancement session with my son when I received the message. It hit me immediately how appropriate it was that I... Continue Reading →
Wood Badge – The finish line is in sight!
I have submitted the completion information for my 5th and final Wood Badge ticket goal a couple of days ago. My Troop Guide has already passed it along to the ASM to look at so now it's a waiting game to find out if my ticket is approved. After all of the work of the... Continue Reading →
Wood Badge progress – 3 down, 2 to go
I have submitted 3 of my 5 ticket items for approval so far. So far I have heard that the first one is approved and the other two are being reviewed (the email for the second one was missed by my Troop Guide so that has delayed that, oops!). I have a draft of the... Continue Reading →
White Noise 