As a fully inclusive program of all genders, scout leaders need to be knowledgeable about menstruation and provide appropriate support for scouts who experience menstruation. The typical age for a first period is 12, with […]
What’s in a Necker?
As BPSA scouts, we wear large, traditional neckers. But what are those and why do we wear them? Scout neckers go back to the start of scouting in England in 1908. They are “original equipment” […]
Defeating Sexism and Gender Inclusion
Okay, forgive my bluntness, but there are some key differences in leading girls vs. boys. In big, general terms that don’t apply to every scout, girls and boys tend to have some differences in where […]
What is the Patrol Method? How do I help my scouts do it right?
What is the patrol method? The patrol method is a small group learning technique where a group of four to eight scouts form a team to work together to meet their goals. As teams have […]
What does it take to be a BPSA leader?
I’ve asked this question a lot! What do you need to have to be a great scout leader? Here are ten of my favorite answers from a variety of wonderful BPSA leaders! A Sense of […]
Where To Camp?
As a BPSA leader, one of your goals is probably taking the group camping. You probably even know a place or two you can go. However, as your group grows, you are going to want […]
Fundraising for Your BPSA Group
As you should know, BPSA does not sell anything nationally as a fundraiser. As an all volunteer organization, we don’t have to. But, your group may need funds to provide the programing you want. We […]
2020 Scouting Options
Finding our way into scouting this fall is challenging. The pandemic means that many groups aren’t able to return to “normal” with meetings and activities. What are some reasonable ideas? The 17th Black Bears has […]
Visual Cues for Special Needs Scouting
When a child has a learning challenge, scouts can become a safe haven for them. The struggles of school can take a back seat while a child learns to light camp fires and takes long […]
How to recruit and keep Volunteers and BPSA Leaders
An essential part of having a great scout program, is having adults who help make it happen. In today’s busy world, it isn’t always easy to convince parents to help, and it can be hard […]