SCOUTINg stories
Old Scoutmasters
My scoutmaster passed away this past Friday age the age of 94. I am one of seven kids. My parents…
What a Long, Strange Trip it’s Been…
61 years…54 as an Eagle…volunteer, professional for 11 years, volunteer again…the very best youth leadership program there is! I can’t…
61 Years in Uniform
Starting at age 8, back in 1960, to Eagle in 1967, 6 summers of camp staff, watching the moon landing…
Independence
I believe everyone should do Scouts. It taught me independence. Going camping for 2 weeks, away from home, is a…
The Joy of Teaching the Square Knot
A first-wave Baby Boomer, I grew up In Miami Beach. I was a Cub Scout (1953-56) and Boy Scout (1956-62),…
Scouts Taught Me About Giving Back
As a child I never really appreciated the outdoors or community service until I found the value of both in…