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Write a Funny Caption For This Photo

November 1, 2022

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

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Enter the 2022 Scout Life Toy Giveaway!

November 1, 2022

Want to win some of the great stuff we review in the November 2022 issue? Here’s your chance!

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Stuff We Like: Morakniv Scout 39

November 1, 2022

Lightweight and handy, the Morakniv Scout 39 ($44, morakniv.se) is a fixed-blade knife designed for beginners. Its 3-inch recycled stainless-steel blade gets most carving jobs done smoothly, and it can…

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Which Mess Kit Should I Buy?

November 1, 2022

Q: There are so many mess kits out there. Help! — Lide, Atlanta, Georgia A: Shopping for mess kits can be overwhelming, which might leave you wondering, “Why can’t I…

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Two Classic Videogames to Play This Halloween

October 29, 2022

Good tricks, great treats. Here are two all-time classic video games you might consider playing this Halloween.

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Suggestions for a Good Sleeping Pad?

October 25, 2022

Q: I need a good sleeping pad. What do you suggest? — Maxwell, Vestal, New York A: You can get something simple, like the closed-cell Therm-A-Rest RidgeRest Classic Mattress Pad…

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Inside the November 2022 Issue

October 24, 2022

Here’s what you’ll find inside the November 2022 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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Catching Air with Flying Squirrels

October 24, 2022

Flying squirrels are amazing animals, but their name is misleading. They don’t flap or have wings. What they should be called are “gliding” squirrels. They have skin folds called “patagia”…

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Scouts Get an Up-Close Look at Animals at These Fun Outings

October 24, 2022

Ethan Fidhel woke to his friends crowded around him. He sat up to see what they were watching. It was wolves — three of them. The majestic beasts, two covered…

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Test Your Knowledge of STEM and STEAM!

October 21, 2022

National STEM/STEAM Day is Nov. 8. Take this quiz to find out how much you really know about science, technology, engineering, art and math.

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