July 13, 2010— Why climb mountains? 'Cause they're there, of course! And because it's pretty cool, too. Troop 200 faced the challenge of the sheer rock walls of Mt. Allamuchy -- and came out on top! We're hoping for a trip report soon, but in the meantime, enjoy these photos of a great Troop outing! (Read more...)
July 7, 2010— Think you know what a drowning child looks like? Think again. "Drowning is not the violent, splashing, call for help that most people expect," according to maritime expert Mario Vittone. "Drowning is almost always a deceptively quiet event. The waving, splashing, and yelling that dramatic conditioning (television) prepares us to look for, is rarely seen in real life." If you or your family are going to be in -- or even near -- the water this summer, you need to read this. (Read more...)
June 14, 2010—
"Most parents agree that they made mistakes raising their children. If they could only turn back the clock and try again... Though my husband and I fall into this category, there is one thing we got right: encouraging our boys' involvement in Scouting. The Boy Scouts influenced our three sons in ways we could not, and opened a world of opportunities to them."
One of those sons is Mike Rowe, who grew up to be the star of TV's "Dirty Jobs..." and an Eagle Scout. (Read more...)
May 6, 2010— How well do you know the rules about being a Merit Badge Counselor? Can you counsel your own son? What's the maximum number of badges a Scout can earn from a single counselor? The answers may surprise you! Take this course based on the Official BSA Merit Badge Counselor Quiz and see how much you know... (Read more...)
March 9, 2010— The Scorpion patrol celebrated February's theme of World Religions by hosting a great series on religious diversity, including guest speakers and Scouts of different faiths. Scouts from Muslin, Jewish and Christian faiths shared their beliefs and traditions and showed each other that we're not so different after all, and that understanding each other is a great way to correct misconceptions, break down barriers and celebrate the Brotherhood of Scouting. (Read more...)
February 5, 2010— Single-digit temperatures, sub-zero wind chills and deep-fried Oreos. Yup, it must be Klondike. Mr. Lawrence filed a report from the deep freeze that was Round Valley Youth Center this weekend. Read all about it in our Parent/Leader Forum. (Read more...)
January 22, 2010— Got a question about Scouting? Requirements? BSA Policy? Ask Andy! We're excerpting some Boy Scout-related questions (and answers) from this long-time District Commissioner's online "advice column." It's entertaining, informative and sometimes even surprising, with lots of "I didn't know that" moments for leaders and parents of all experience levels. (Read more...)
January 19, 2010—
The Annual Pahaquarra District Klondike is in less than two weeks -- does your son's patrol know what it's all about? After consulting with tea leaves, Ouija Boards and the limited documentation available, Mr. Boyd and
January 18, 2010— Mr. Lawrence sent in a great trip report on the Troop's excursion to the Naval Academy Jamboree in Annapolis, Maryland. The scouts and leaders had a jam-packed weekend of early rising, heated tents, chocolate-chip pancakes and "sizzle burgers," plus cool merit badges, machine guns and "Saving Private Ryan's" Dale Dye. Oh, and there might have been an award of some kind involved too. Read on to find out! (Read more...)
January 13, 2010— Troop 200 won the Philmont lottery this year and has room for a crew to Scouting's Mecca. In our forum, Scoutmaster Lawrence talks about why your son should consider going on this potentially once-in-a-lifetime trip. If time, money and "readiness" concerns are keeping him from considering it, this is a must-read conversation. Login or register now, and join in this important discussion. (Read more...)
