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Write a Funny Caption For This Photo

February 27, 2023

What’s going on in this picture? What is that pigeon doing or thinking? If you can think of a funny caption for this photo, just post it in the comment…

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Inside the March 2023 Issue

February 22, 2023

Here’s what you’ll find inside the March 2023 issue of Scout Life magazine. Remember, many articles are only available to subscribers and are not available online. Please visit scoutlife.org/subscribe to…

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Eagle Scout Wins Famous Sled-Dog Race

February 17, 2023

Led by his team of sled dogs, Eagle Scout Brent Sass mushes in the Iditarod, a nearly 1,000 mile race in Alaska. Fighting 65 mph winds while trekking across a…

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Every Packing List Starts With the 10 Scout Basic Outdoor Essentials

February 17, 2023

You’re going on your first camping trip. What should you bring? Every packing list starts with these 10 items, and they’re called “essentials” for a reason. Then you’ll want to…

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How To Take Aim Like Robin Hood With a Bow and Arrow

February 17, 2023

Before you shoot a bow and arrow, first learn the safety rules and wear the proper equipment, including an arm guard and shooting glove or tab. Inspect your bow to…

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Be Courteous About Allergies in the Camp Kitchen

February 17, 2023

You plan to bake banana nut bread in a Dutch oven during an upcoming campout. Sounds delicious — but not everyone in your patrol might think so. Millions of people…

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Summer Is Tons of Fun at These Awesome Scout Camps

February 16, 2023

Camp time! Be Prepared for summer fun at these eight Scouts camps around the country. Click here to see more Scout Camps featured in previous years. K-M SCOUT RANCH Montana…

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How to Tie an Overhand Knot

February 16, 2023

The overhand knot is usually one of the first knots that Cub Scouts learn how to tie. It’s a simple knot that can be used for different purposes, like stopping…

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Backpacking? Whitewater Rafting? Zip Lining? You Can Do It All at the Summit

February 15, 2023

Daniel Willis knew he wouldn’t stay dry through his troop’s backpacking trek last July. The Scouts were at the Summit Bechtel Reserve for the weeklong Pack N’ Paddle Experience, which…

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

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…

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