Reverence=Respect?
Reverence=Respect? A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others. Our character is determined by the things we worship. If we respect ourselves and our brothers and sisters and see them as gifts of the goodness of God, we live on a high plane. The Boy Scouts of America maintains that no person can grow into the best kind of citizen without recognizing an... [More]
By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-12-03Reverence in Scouting
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By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-11-26A visit with neighbors
During the past month, I was privileged to attend the activities of our neighbors to the south, Scouts de México. One Saturday a Grupo of Scouts was holding a recruiting event in Calvillo, Aguascalientes. A "Grupo" is like a family consisting of a Manada de Lobatos (Cub Pack), Tropa (Troop) de Scouts, a Communidad de Caminantes (Venturing Crew), and Clan of Rovers, all with the same number and pañoleta (neckerchief). Rovers are young adults, 18-22,... [More]
By: Dean Whinery On: 2018-11-19Guest Intro - Dean Whinery
It's always a pleasure to share these pages with like-minded people. Dean Whinery is a respected friend, journalist and a lifelong Scout. When he accepted my invitation to share his wisdom with my readers, I was thrilled. I know you will be too! Joined ScoutsI joined Scouting in November 1949 at age 11, in a barrio of Southcentral Los Angeles. The large (12 patrols of up to 12 members each, with two feeder Cub... [More]
By: Dean Whinery On: 2018-11-16Thanksgiving Cookout
Want to spend your Thanksgiving in the great outdoors, appreciating this wonderful country and landscape that we have many reasons to be thankful for? Why not cook your Thanksgiving meal outdoors this year? The opportunities for creative Dutch Oven cooking are endless, and these five classic and festive dishes will be right at home on your holiday feast table, inside or in the great outdoors. As you gather with your family and friends this... [More]
By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-11-123 Amazing Winter Apps
3 (or more) Amazing Apps for wintertime Do you like winter or does it make you feel like going into hibernation for the next few months? Perhaps winter has caused you to stay indoors or wreaked havoc on your commute, your smartphone can be an important ally against Mother Nature. However, you have to have the right apps. Here are a few that you should download to ensure you’re ready for the next blizzard,... [More]
By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-11-09Great Ways to Serve Others
Great Ways to Serve OthersHave you ever thought about ways of helping people? Do you volunteer or have you ever wanted to volunteer but don’t know where to start? We have come up with a list of several good places where you could volunteer and/or find new and rewarding ways of helping others around you. Showing empathy and helping other people is basic human nature. Doing good feels wonderful for the person doing it,... [More]
By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-11-05Kids Don't need an allowance
This idea was inspired by Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace Junior materials, and his reinforcement of the idea on various calls to his radio show. I liked the idea so much, I decided to share it with you! Many parents today are so focused on what their kids want that they lose sight of what their kids really need. And what kids need more than stuff—what will benefit them most over the course of their lives—is... [More]
By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-10-309 Awesome Sports Stories
9 Awesome Sports Stories Sportsmanship is a respectful manner used by your officials and opponents in sports. You should be respectful to everyone. Sports are supposed to be fun, especially in school. Showing good sportsmanship is more important than winning or losing. Being good sports can make playing sports more fun for everybody. Click here for a link to a story about awesome sportsmanship…. Being polite is a way of showing sportsmanship. You can also... [More]
By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-10-25Scouts are Thrifty
Handbook states that a Scout is thrifty. A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property. He saves his money so that he may pay his own way, be generous to those in need, and helpful to worthy objects. He may work for... [More]
By: InsaneScouter On: 2018-10-22