Survival hacks that might save a life
You might have to improvise in a survival situation. Here are some hacks we hope you’ll never have to use.
How to celebrate America’s 250th with your Cub Scouts
#CubChatLive focused on America250 and how Scouts can explore citizenship and service through Cub Scout-geared activities. Celebrate! And earn the new Liberty in Action patch.
The worst packing fails, as told by real Scout parents and leaders
How do you forget a sleeping bag? Happens all the time, parents and Scouters say. See what else makes the list because it didn’t make the trip to camp.
6 fears Scouts might have before their first campout (and how to help)
From bugs to bathrooms, first-time campers have a lot of questions and fear of the unknown. Here’s how to prepare your young Scout before heading out.
5 secrets to planning a must-attend Cub Scout campout
A great camping experience builds confidence and strengthens new friendships in ways a good pack meeting can’t always do.
Can AI help you create the best packing list ever? We found out.
We asked Artificial Intelligence to generate a camping list. How did it do? See what’s on the list and what our experts said.
A parent’s guide to blue and gold banquets
If you’re reading “blue and gold banquet” on your Cub Scout’s calendar for the first time, you’re probably wondering what the whole thing is about.
Help your Cub Scouts build safety skills for life
Safety is the highest priority for Cub Scouts. That’s why #CubChatLive recently welcomed back National Cub Scouting Commissioner Nilesh Shah for a detailed look at personal safety Adventures that span the Cub Scout ranks.
Four winter treks to inspire your next cold weather adventure
Let these winter outings push you out of your comfort zone and onto the memory of a lifetime!
Snow day? Check out 5 ideas to keep kids active
Whether school is canceled or you just need your kids to get outside for a minute, we’ve got you covered with no-stress snow-day ideas that put brains to work indoors, then get kids moving outdoors. And without devices or screens? Double the win!
5 hacks for making 2026 your unit’s best year yet
An excellent year of Scouting in 2026 happens with intention, not luck. So let’s get into a simple 5-step plan to make this year your best yet in Scouting.
A leader’s guide to Reverence in Cub Scouting
Teaching reverence doesn’t need to be complicated (or something you only feel comfortable sending off as homework).
Kick off the new year with this issue of Scout Life magazine
Scout Life keeps Scouts engaged in the program and ready for adventure all year long. Grab your copy today!
Six New Year’s resolutions from the Personal Fitness merit badge
We took a look at the Personal Fitness merit badge to inspire six goals attainable for Scouts and adults, alike, who want to pay special attention to their health in 2026.
Why Scout Life makes a great gift
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for a young person, one that pays dividends for their mind and spirit, search no more.
How to prepare Arrow of Light Scouts for a successful transition to Scouts BSA
The AOL adventures are designed to bridge Cub Scouting and Scouts BSA programming.
It’s here! Unwrap the December issue of Scout Life magazine
The holidays are in full swing, and what makes a better gift for Scouts than a subscription to Scout Life?
We’re issuing this new challenge to all Scout leaders
Scouting U has launched a new goal for leaders who have direct contact with Scouts: Trained to Make a Difference.
7 tips to empower parents to lead your pack
How do we recruit and engage adults to help lead an awesome group of kids?
Take the plunge with PADI Dive to Adventure scholarships
Scuba diving is a serious adventure. It’s the kind of thing that gives you a thrill just hearing about it,
Feast on the cornucopia of awesomeness in the November issue of Scout Life magazine
Check out a rapid-fire roundup of our favorite features from the new issue (but honestly, this is just a sample of all the goodness behind the cover). Let’s go!
Add to our list of big and small ways to say thanks to Scouting volunteers
Recognition comes in two forms, formal and informal. Both can be powerful, and both help Scouting’s adult leaders feel valued.
The October issue of Scout Life is all treats (and a few tricky jokes)
The October 2025 issue of Scout Life is fall-ing into mailboxes everywhere, and this month is packed with Halloween surprises and animal adventures.
This Eagle Scout’s mission earned her TIME’s Kid of the Year
Tejasvi Manoj, at just 16 years old, created Shield Seniors, a cybersecurity web platform designed for older adults.
The most popular elective Adventures in Cub Scouts
Ready to put the adventure in elective adventure? This top ten list will put your pack on top when it comes to activities kids LOVE.
Two new merit badge concepts join the Scouts BSA Test Lab
As promised, the Scouts BSA Test Lab is growing! Two exciting new concepts are now available for Scouts to explore
How to create eye-catching recruitment materials with customizable templates from the Brand Center
Whether you need a flyer for an upcoming recruitment night, a poster to hang at your local elementary school or a social media frame to use on your troop’s Facebook, the Brand Center has your back.
Den meeting decks now available at Scout Shop: Plan your meeting in minutes!
Planning your den meetings just got a lot easier (and way more fun).
What smart Scout leaders do right after summer camp
As Scouts return from their summer adventures, there’s nothing quite like post-camp energy. And many leaders know it’s this contagious
Share your go-to ideas with the Cub Scout community using this new resource
The Cub Scout team is excited to launch a new way for you to share your great Cub Scouting ideas: a crowdsourced hub for activities, games and ceremonies.