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…to keep myself physically strong- safely  Some safety ideas to consider while staying (or getting) in shape A Mom’s Look at Scouting  A mom reviews some of the Scouting experiences she had with her sons. A Scout Leader’s Duty- Protect and Challenge  Two duties of a Scout leader are to protect and challenge the boys in our units. Alternate Requirements for Special Needs Scouts  A discussion of the process for determining alternative requirements for advancement for Scouts with special needs. Blood- Nothing to be Scared About  A brief discussion of blood, its parts and types Boy Scout Training- Training Leaders  Trained leaders are essential for a good Scout program Boy Scouts- 100 Years Old  At a summer camp on Brownsea Island 100 years ago, Robert Baden-Powell began the worldwide Scouting program. See how the 100th birthday is being celebrated. Boy Scouts- Giving and Receiving  A year of giving and receiving as the Boy Scout editor Bullying- A Problem Not Just in Scouting  What is bullying and what forms does it take? What are some bullying myths? Bullying- What Is It?  What is bullying? What are the different styles of bullying? Are you or is your child a bully? Can you solve the puzzle?  We challenge our Scouts to think "outside the box." Can you solve the puzzle? Color Guard- Another Chance to Serve and Learn  A District Color Guard is a great way to allow Scouts to learn more about our country and our history, participate in events they would otherwise not be able to attend, provide service to our community. Eagle certificate and no “God.”  An Eagle Scout was denied a certificate to accompany the flag flown over the Capitol in honor of his grandfather because the wording in the certificate contained the word "God." Extra Large Full Moon Lights Campsites  Why did the moon seem larger and brighter on December 12, 2008. Some interesting moon facts. Flag Day and Flag Etiquette  The American flag and flag etiquette are discussed. There is also a related quiz. How Much Is a Trillion?  The "bailout" and "stimulus" packages were nearly a trillion dollars each. How much is a trillion? Interpreter Strips [offsite link] This site gives an excellent overview of interpreter strips that are available, how to earn them and how/when to wear them. Issues Flying the American Flag  The American flag is the symbol of our country but some people are having difficulty displaying the flag. They are not having a problem displaying it properly. They are having a problem displaying it at all. Lead Paint- a Problem?  The Scout office recently recalled 1.5 million Cub Scout badges because the paint on the badges contained too much lead. Is this a reaction or an over reaction to a lead paint issue? Meteoroids, Meteors and Meteorites  A recent fireball over Texas helps us learn about meteoroids, meteors, and meteorites. New Adult Application and Youth Protection  Why the new adult application and Youth Protection training are important in Scouting. New Year- new goals  Dreams are often different from goals. Reaching Scouting goals can help us reach other goals. Night Skies of the Fall  A brief discussion of the night skies that can be seen in the Northern Hemisphere in late September- the constellations in the sky and instruction on how to locate the North Star. Pope Recognizes Scouting's 100th Birthday  In a recent letter to the archbishop of Bordeaux the Pope praised the benefits of Scouting. Retiring an American Flag  A soiled or torn American flag should not be flown. What is the proper way to retire an American flag? School Days Safety Begins Again  With the beginning of a new school year safety procedures in school zones and while driving bear reviewing Scout Knot Tying Simplified  Tying knots is important in Scouting because it can teach a basic skill and develop a pattern for facing difficult situations. Scout Sunday…Duty to God  Scout Sunday and a creative way to work on a religious award Scout Volunteers and the Council  Some councils treat volunteers as a necessary evil; some treat volunteers as keys to success of the Scouting program. Which of these describes you council's relationship with volunteers? Scout Volunteers and the Council  Some councils treat volunteers as a necessary evil; some treat volunteers as keys to success of the Scouting program. Which of these describes you council's relationship with volunteers? Scout Volunteers and the Council  Some councils treat volunteers as a necessary evil; some treat volunteers as keys to success of the Scouting program. Which of these describes you council's relationship with volunteers? Scouting Has a New Uniform  The new Scout uniform brings a new look, new colors and new functionality to Scouting. Scouting Should Be Fun!!  Although we as leaders are teaching important skills to our Scouts, it is important to remember that Scouting should be fun! Service to America [offsite link] If you are looking for ideas for service projects, this is a great place to browse. Speeding Ticket in the Christmas Spirit  Sansom Park police give out Tickets for Tots instead of citations. Swapping Boy Scout Patches  Swapping patches as a part of Boy Scout life The New Year- Resolutions and Reflections  As the new year begins reflections on the past help set goals for the future. The Night Sky and Beyond  See planets, constellations, galaxies and more through the World Wide Telescope The United States One Dollar Bill  Do you think you know the meaning of the symbols on a US one dollar bill? Understanding the Meaning of Freedom  A word of thanks to our veterans and a school teacher helps her students understand the meaning of freedom. Vernal Equinox- the First Day of Spring  The vernal equinox has played a role in shaping our calendar, helping us determine direction and in our religions. Viewing the Perseid Meteor Shower  Some tips about watching the Perseid meteor shower and some interesting information about the Perseus constellation. What is a Council International Representative?  Learn what a Council International Representative is and how your council could benefit by having someone in that position. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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