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Research shows college students lack life skills; Scouting can help with that

By Troop Admin | February 14, 2023

Research shows college students lack life skills; Scouting can help with that By Aaron Derr January 10, 2023 3 Comments Things You Should Know The BSA’s primary goal is to help young people Be Prepared for life. A handful of recent studies indicate that’s needed now more than ever. Hat tip to Mike, a Scouting volunteer in North Carolina, who sent me this story, which indicates that young adults these days are struggling with their mental health, possibly in part because they never learned to be independent as children. “Today’s 18-year-olds are like the 12-year-olds from a decade ago,” the…

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Den Chief & Outdoor Ethics Guide Training Information

By Troop Admin | February 14, 2023

If you are considering a role in leading in Troop 13, here are a couple of training that are available to assist you to be more effective in that role. These two focus on Den Chiefs, an important role as you are an ambassador for Troop 13 and assist Cub Scouts as they prepare to transition from Cub Scouting to Scouts BSA, and Outdoor Ethics Guide another important role in helping the Troop properly care for the places we explore. In-person Training for Den Chiefs has returned. A course is being offered in Herndon, VA on Saturday, March 11. Registration…

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Ralph Puckett Jr. becomes 12th known Eagle Scout to receive the Medal of Honor

By Troop Admin | May 29, 2021

For his conspicuous gallantry during the Korean War, Eagle Scout Ralph Puckett Jr. has been awarded the Medal of Honor.   Read More    Source: blog.scoutingmagazine.org

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World Scouting started thanks to Lord Baden Powell

By troop13va | February 23, 2021

Good Day Troop 13, Around 112 years ago World Scouting started thanks to Lord Baden Powell. Today is his Birthday, he would be 164. Take a few moments to view Lord Baden Powell’s last message to Scouts at this link- https://www.scout.org/node/19215 . Lord Baden Powell Last speech – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iJV1HY47sg Enjoy a wonderful day. YIS, Mr. Gephart Scoutmaster Troop 13

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