Scouting magazine online

Scouting magazine is due to your mailbox shortly. I really like the new design, and make use of many of the browser links in it (from the advertisers, too!).  

You don't have to wait for it to arrive in the mail though, read it online.  The format is easy to read and a good experience.  I get a number of magazines that have online sites.  None of them give me the feeling of actually reading a magazine though, except Scouting.

[Disclosure:  I'm quoted on pages 20 and 21 regarding homeschooling, which I've discussed here and here before.]

Merit Badge Misteaks...Misstaks...Problems

A little fun from Scouting magazine--what is wrong with the merit badges on the left?  The ones on the right are the current* version.  So why were they changed?

Answer (scroll to the bottom).

*Beekeeping is not a current merit badge, this was the last version of it.

Cracker Barrel online

Cracker barrel is a time for Scouts and Scouters to share a drink, some food, and lots of good camaraderie.

And Scouting magazine gives us another great definition!  Check it out!

Do you use Scouting magazine's online site?  What do you like the most?  Post your comment and thoughts about it!

Help Scouting magazine

With the 100th anniversary of Scouting coming soon, acting now can help make great changes in plenty of time.

Just received this email from the fine folks at Scouting magazine:

Dear Scouter,

Scouting magazine needs your help! We would like your input to find out how Scouting magazine can continue to serve your needs. This survey will take about three to five minutes to complete.
This is the same survey advertised in the September issue of Scouting Magazine. If you have already taken the survey, please disregard this email.

The BSA has designated 2008 as "The Year of the Volunteer." As a token of our appreciation for completing the survey, you will automatically be directed to an online form where you can register to receive a free BSA "Year of the Volunteer" iron-on logo transfer. We hope you will wear it proudly to show your support for Scouting.
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Thank you for all you do for Scouting!

Scouting magazine staff

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