Ever since I was a little girls the Scouts have played an important role in my life. I was actually a Brownie and “flew up” to be a Girl Scout in a ritual I will never forget. I always said my daughter would join one day, but that never came. I never had a daughter to share scouting experiences with….but I did have two boys and they have each enjoyed Cub Scouts. My boys are 10 years apart and my oldest son’s uniform was passed down to my 7 year old this past summer.
Through Cub Scouts my boys have had some of the most valuable experiences and you can read about some of them in the new Adventure Manual available through Scholastic and the Cub Scouts. Although different troops do different things my son’s have gone camping, participated in nature field trips, learned the proper way to use a knife, archery, cooking, and so much more. The Scouts have also given them great guidance and advice on being a positive and productive citizen. The organization is also a great place for children to meet others and build friendships that will last a life time.
The 10 Benefits of SCOUTING:
- SCOUTING Is Fun.
- SCOUTING Has Ideals.
- SCOUTING Strengthens Families.
- SCOUTING Helps Boys Develop Interests and Skills.
- SCOUTING Provides Adventure.
- SCOUTING Has an Advancement Plan.
- SCOUTING Creates Fellowship.
- SCOUTING Promotes Diversity.
- SCOUTING Provides a Year-Round Program.
- SCOUTING Is a Positive Place.
Thank you for the adventure guide. I have been debating on putting my son into Cub Scouts and once I showed him the adventure guide I realized I have no choice. We loved working on the projects in the book and have our first pack meeting this week.