Maybe National Might Take Note? Positive Scouting Images via Media

[skeptic 997]

In the past few days we have now had two So Cal TV stations show Scouting's true worth and image.  KTLA had a cast member that shared his Philmont experience on their station.  Now ABC ran this.  https://abc7.com/abc7-salutes-monrovia-canyon-park-boy-scout-troop-66-california/13447126/  These are the types of things we should be doing to fix our image.  And, it should be local first, as they have the details and should know where to go.  And, meanwhile, National might work on regular, but not exhaustive shares in well placed spots.  Most of us know that it was often the positive vibes from local press that made many of us want to be in Scouting, as well as the excitement that was offered in a less overloaded atmosphere of things to do for excitment, fun, and attention.  

[Jameson76 1485]

18 hours ago, skeptic said:

In the past few days we have now had two So Cal TV stations show Scouting's true worth and image.  KTLA had a cast member that shared his Philmont experience on their station.  Now ABC ran this.  https://abc7.com/abc7-salutes-monrovia-canyon-park-boy-scout-troop-66-california/13447126/  These are the types of things we should be doing to fix our image.  And, it should be local first, as they have the details and should know where to go.  And, meanwhile, National might work on regular, but not exhaustive shares in well placed spots.  Most of us know that it was often the positive vibes from local press that made many of us want to be in Scouting, as well as the excitement that was offered in a less overloaded atmosphere of things to do for excitment, fun, and attention.  

Sadly National and most council SE (or CEO for the really vain) only will care if it assists in the fundraising efforts.  Scouts out doing things and impacting lives is of little value to the Professional Scouters.  In their mind raising money is where the real action is.  How can the "positive vibes" be monetized

[skeptic 997]

"How can the "positive vibes" be monetized?"   Depends on your perspective I guess.  Short sighted or myopitic people may think as you suggest, but aware individuals likely see the good will of the image and action as putting that needed positive element in the minds of others.  And so, when a Scouting fundraiser shows up in their pervue, they respond based on that.  Tunnel vision is a major reason for the many messes in this country, in my view.  Then, as often noted, what would I know?