cjor42

http://scouting.org/filestore/pdf/outdoorch.pdf

Correct link to PDF

I was going to post this but you guys beat me to it. That's great!

Here's a link to the flier if anyone is interested.

http://filestore.scouting.org/pdf/outdoorch.pdf

We're looking at ways to organize the existing forms and data to make it easier to find exactly what you're looking for. One of the ideas is to list the forms by program group under a leader category, parent category and possibly scouter.

Ed - We do have a feedback mechanism, but as you can image, 80-90% is general external to BSA policy/criticism and frankly some really weird rambling emails. We try to read through the responses fairly regularly and respond to those that are appropriate. The feedback form is listed in the footer on all pages and can be accessed here as well. http://www.scouting.org/Media/Feedback.aspx

I'm going to start an error topic here. It would really help me get what I need from trusted sources.

I'm not sure I could get a cd funded, but I can post a couple of .zip files on the media FTP site with all our exiting .pdf and .doc's on the website.

The majority of the files are listed by bin # and there may be some "bad data" in the form of brochures and other publications that you wouldn't want/need in the download, but I think it's worth a shot.

I'll get something together this week and we'll test it. I hope you guys have broadband...lol

As an FYI, I would like to know what you guys typically use Scouting.org for if at all.

If/When you visit, what types of information are you typically looking for?

I recently posted the message below on US Scouts' forum and was directed to Scouter by one of your moderators. I'd love to have your feedback.

Hey guys, I recently took over the Webmaster position at the National Council (about 6 months ago on a contract basis)and I'm trying to get some "free form" feedback on ways to improve the site(s)that we currently manage and get you the information you need organized in a cohesive order.

We have a survey posted on the front page of scouting.org if you would like to participate, but I would like to capture your opinions as the front line guys/gals on the design, organization, features in more detail here as we well.

I'd like to highlight a few of the changes we've made over the last few months:

RSS Feeds - What's hot, Cubcast and the Commisioner's Podcasts are already available as RSS feeds and we are looking at making more available.

FileStore - For the webmasters out there: All images, files etc are in the process of being moved to a central file location and naming convention. What this means is that if you happen to know the image name, file extension and file name you can point your website to this location. Files are organized by file type in an easy to use stand. For example, www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/13-239.pdf will get you the New Den Leader pdf. This should enable you to also easily locate any document that you need by bin number.

Google Search - Scouting.org is currently being indexed via a google appliance and is fully searchable via the search field on the page headers. This allows you to find articles, forms etc much easier than the previous search feature.

Widgets - As you may already know, the Boys Life team has been working on producing some great widgets for their site. Check them out at www.boyslife.org/home/2401/put-boyslifeorg-on-your-website/ . We are looking at creating similar widgets that you could place on your sites if you choose to do so. We have identified a few that we are tackling first - Cubcast, Value of Scouting and Health and Safety Alerts. I'd like your opinions on any info that you would like to see as a widget to make your lives easier.

I look forward to hearing from you guys!

- Chad