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I was a scout for over 5 years and made first class, scouting was one of the best things that I remember from my teen years. I got a lot of merit badges that I found fun, but going for eagle was not part of my path in scouting. As a first class scout I was allowed to go on week long 50 mile hikes, that is what I wanted more than anything. I never felt bad about not getting eagle. I have always admired the guys in my troop that got eagle, because they truly earned it on their own. My son is a scout now and a very good one. Whatever rank he gets does not matter to me as much as seeing him be a

Hmm, in light of current societal events the comely elf of the fairer persuasion may have sat on her last lap. Last year's holiday photos have already been subpoenaed.

Merry Christmas all. Blessings. And safe travels. Daughter's flight comes in right after church. Pastor needs a lift to the Airport, so we'll drive him there. And that, Merry Gentelmen, is how you lock in a short Christmas Eve sermon.

In case I am too busy this holiday in the pond with the Turtle Family...Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

It's almost like boys and girls are different.

Ok, if you want to get granular, the entire position description reads: Everything that the Cubmaster does is aimed at helping the individual boy. Qualifications: Is at least 21 years old and is registered as an adult leader of the BSA. Should be a leader who is able to communicate well with adults as well as boys. Should be able to delegate responsibilities and set a good example through behavior, attitude, and uniform. Preferably a member of the chartered organization. Responsibilities: The Cubmaster's responsibilities are to: Complete Cubmaster Fast Start trainin

Calico; Have you done any investigation into Seton's work with the Canadian wolves? It is my understanding that his long study, often in dead of winter, is still one of the best studies of them available. Of course, the drawing he made of them, and even more so, the paintings, are both fascinating and a bit frightening. For a few years, they had the one where the pack got the trapper just short of his cabin on exhibit at the Seton Museum at Philmont. I believe it won an award in Paris,

At my job every year a couple of employees dressed as elves and a scroll dole out pronouncements of naughty or nice. I ALWAYS get naughty and a lump of coal. If you are good the comely good elf, she of the fairer persuasion and a propper bit of frock, will sit on your lap while you get a holiday picture for posterity.

I have read this to my Scouts, athletes and other youth on numerous occasions. “This is the beginning of a new day. God has given me this day to use as I will. I can waste it or use it for good. What I do today is very important because I am exchanging a day of my life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever, leaving something in its place I have traded for it. I want it to be gain, not loss — good, not evil. Success, not failure in order that I shall not forget the price I paid for it.” I believe we should not live in the past or try and relive the glory days of y

Missing the goal of Eagle does not equate to failure for all Scouts. I met a life scout on staff at summer camp a few years back who was a Life Scout. All of the younger scouts in camp looked up to him. Everyone wanted to take MB with him and spend time with him outside of class. He had a group of boys just hanging around him talking all week long. One evening when he wasn't surrounded by boys, I bumped into him and he started chatting about how fantastic his summer had been in camp. Out of curiosity, I asked about Eagle?? His reply was "I'm now a Life Scout for Life". My 18th birthday w

We haven't heard enough from them this year?

I agree with your son about killing the coyote if you are east of the Mississippi. They are not natives of the eastern U.S.

Every youth that truly wants to pursue his Eagle Scout Awards should be encouraged, mentored and assisted appropriately. It should be their decision and desire that is driving it though, not the parents, SM or anyone else. For some Scouts, Eagle is just not their goal, and that is perfectly fine. Scouting is not, and should not be, about achieving Eagle Scout. Character, citizenship (including leadership), and fitness are the goals, and what we should be trying to instill in every youth. If we do not make every effort to instill those three characteristics into Scouts, then it is our fail