Five steps to a safe and fun aquatics program

Five steps to a safe and fun aquatics program

Scouting is a year-round activity. Though the temperatures rise as we enter summer, we still take Scouts outdoors. Hiking, biking, camping … these are all popular summer outings. But there’s one warm-weather activity that rules them all: aquatics. If you...
How summer activities benefit your pack

How summer activities benefit your pack

The National Summertime Pack Award program features all sorts of prizes. There’s a streamer for the pack flag if the pack holds an activity during each summer month. There’s a streamer for the den flag if the den gets at least half its members to each of...
Answers to FAQs About Merit Badge Counselors

Answers to FAQs About Merit Badge Counselors

To earn a merit badge, a young person must work with a registered merit badge counselor. Here are some frequently asked questions about these important adult volunteers. What are the requirements to be a merit badge counselor? Counselors must be men or women of good...