It’s that time of year again. And while this year might look a little different with virtual or socially distanced Pinewood Derby races, the imagination and friendly competition will stay the same. If you are looking for direction on how to have a safe and fun race day this year, check here. For more tips…

This story originally appeared in the January-February 2017 issue of Scouting magazine. The “why” of Pinewood Derby needs little explanation. You do it because it’s the perfect combination of cars, competition and character-building fun. But as for the “how,” we’ve got you covered. Before Race Day Maintain perspective. Pinewood Derby shouldn’t be all about racing, and…

Test your knowledge of Scout gear, uniforms, patches and more. Perhaps you own one or two of these items yourself or have seen some in the National Scouting Museum. In any case, have fun with a quick trip into the BSA’s past. 1. This design for a medal was never produced. What is it? a.…

The Dilemma Christopher Curry has always liked nature, so working on the Nature merit badge at Camp Tall Pines really gets him excited. The ecology director, Sarah Wheatley, makes learning about the environment a whole lot of fun and helps him understand why taking care of the planet is so important. When he turns 16,…

This story originally appeared in the January-February 2017 issue of Scoutingmagazine. It gets cold during the winter in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Sometimes it gets really cold. Average daytime temperatures hover around 30 degrees. After dark, they regularly dip below zero. With weather like that, it could easily become a tradition for reluctant Scouts to stay…

This story is shared here from the Scouting magazine app. For more of the content you’re used to from Scouting magazine, download the Scouting magazine app today! It’s available now in the App Store and Google Play. Surviving a battle with cancer is certainly cause for celebration, but it might also lead to reassessing one’s…

Staying warm during a cold-weather outing isn’t just a luxury. You can’t “tough out” frostbite, an injury to body tissues caused by exposure to extreme cold. The good news: It’s not that difficult to stay warm, as long as you’re prepared with the right gear and the right knowledge. For gear tips, click here. For…

This story originally appeared in the January-February 2015 issue of Scouting magazine. It’s a new year. Days are shorter, and post-holiday to-do lists are longer. It’s time for another semester of tests and term papers for the kids as parents recover from the holiday season. Fortunately, you and your family can survive the start of the…

The Transatlantic Council’s Horizon District is one of the newest districts in the BSA. It’s also by far the biggest, stretching from South Africa to Saudi Arabia and from Rwanda to Russia. District chairman Steve Sutton and district commissioner Mark Slusher are working to strengthen the district, whose units were previously served by the old…

Greater Wyoming Council; Cody, Wyo. Nestled in a valley just eight miles east of Yellowstone National Park, Camp Buffalo Bill offers big-time fun at a small, primitive site. The camp, which began in 1949, features 13 campsites on a 40-acre property, accommodating fewer than 250 Scouts at a time —that means campers can have more personalized…