Comments for Scouter Adam's Blog

Comment on Girl Scouts and Jamboree on the Trail 2013 by Lisa LaVergne-Pottgen

Lisa LaVergne-Pottgen — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 05:08:57 +0000

Another interesting post, as always! I never think about the connection between Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and how similar things really can be. Also, your comment at the end reminds me to be diligent about youth protection on so many other levels as well.

Comment on Circle of Friends by ScoutingManiac

ScoutingManiac — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:02:21 +0000

What is done is done, at this point their is no going back. The BSA made the decision yesterday and now we must deal with changes in membership. Unfortunately it is to be expected that some will drop and some will stay. All we can do is work to build Scouting.

I am so sorry to those who feel they have to leave Scouting because of this change and I appreciate the service you have provided to Scouting.

Comment on Circle of Friends by Craig

Craig — Fri, 24 May 2013 16:40:33 +0000

As I read this, I got a phone call from one of my Webelos leaders. Due to his religious beliefs he’s pulling his son and himself out today. Damn that hurts, such a great youth who has a ton of potential. And a really good all around family. I echo your sentiment, they are always welcome back. I don’t take it personally. I am just thinking about the Scouts.

Comment on Three Years Later by David M.

David M. — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:05:26 +0000

THanks for this. I was starting my fifth gallon of whole blood a few years back, when I switched to apherises. I have received the random letter where the Red Cross personally thanked me for a “save” by having an exact match.

Then in a great irony, I got cancer myself. While I never needed a transfusion, the idea of the big “circle of life” wasn’t lost on me. I’m better now, but I may never donate again. Thanks for picking up the slack!

Another Scouter
Boston Minuteman Council

Comment on Ticket Update 2013 by Deaf Scouter & Eagle Mom

Deaf Scouter & Eagle Mom — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:15:25 +0000

Who says ticket items have to stay WoodBadge? Why not reset another goal for ticket 1 and bring more on board for accountability? Sparkspeople is a great free site with lots of tools where you can do a Scouter Council/ District group or use Roundtable as a check in point. Doing those before and after pics are a GREAT motivator in keeping it off.

Comment on Ticket Update 2013 by Carl Yergen

Carl Yergen — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:07:33 +0000

So true Adam, Woodbadge is about learning to set goals AND finish them. Just because that first ticket earns your beads doesn’t mean you stop.

Comment on It’s the Program Reflection Pt#2 by Deaf Scouter & Eagle Mom

Deaf Scouter & Eagle Mom — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:14:56 +0000

Me TOO on this was a trip down memory lane. My first Pack experience with my son was in a Pack with good program planning so I never saw the impact of ‘GREAT’ programming planning. My second experience was exactly like what you wrote. Cubmaster really do have loads of work but can take a Pack from a little nothing to a community known organization that EVERYONE wants to join. I was glad to be back in Cub Scouting sharing the love of ScOUTING and FUN program planning. The more hands on you do the better for those Cubs. I incorporated even more hands on the secod time because I had access to Troop stuff along with having much of my own camp gear. My den loved learning their knots while setting up a tent.

Comment on It’s the Program Reflection Pt#2 by So Cal Glenn

So Cal Glenn — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:36:40 +0000

Holy Smokes! I thought I was just reading my own journal! Everything is the same except I have 20 months left until my son bridges and I am now starting look for my replacement as Cubmaster. I can’t wait to see how you did it!

Comment on 2013 Arrow of Light Scouts by Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:52:18 +0000

I totally relate with this. I have Nine boys in my den who most have been with me from Tigers. I really am proud of them as their leader. The next step will hopefully finish with Eagle ranks.

Comment on The Rope Ladder by Annette

Annette — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:55:18 +0000

I quite like looking through a post that
will make men and women think. Also, many thanks for allowing
me to comment!