Bryan Wursten

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Senior Digital Editor at Scout Life Magazine

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How To Make a Fast Pinewood Derby Car

Jan 14, 2025 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

SAFETY FIRST: Ask an adult to help with tools you haven't used before. Packs nationwide are gearing up for their annual Pinewood Derby race, and the one thing everyone wants to know: How do I make a fast Pinewood Derby car? There are a variety of ways to make your Pinewood Derby car go faster. Explore the following tips to optimize your car’s performance and gain a competitive edge in an upcoming race.
How To Make a Fast Pinewood Derby Car

Jan 14, 2025 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

SAFETY FIRST: Ask an adult to help with tools you haven't used before. Packs nationwide are gearing up for their annual Pinewood Derby race, and the one thing everyone wants to know: How do I make a fast Pinewood Derby car? There are a variety of ways to make your Pinewood Derby car go faster. Explore the following tips to optimize your car’s performance and gain a competitive edge in an upcoming race.
10 Funny Campfire Skits

Sep 18, 2024 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

Need knee-slapping funny campfire skits? Skip the invisible bench, and try some of these entertaining ideas. Whether you’re at summer camp, a pack meeting or a weekend camporee, these funny campfire skits are easy to perform and also totally Scout-appropriate — so no worries about making things awkward. From slapstick comedy to clever wordplay, these easy skits will bring the fun without crossing any lines, making them perfect for a night of entertainment around the campfire. 1.
Two Tools to Help You Memorize the Scout Oath

Aug 16, 2024 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

Memorizing the Scout Oath is an important step in becoming a Scout. The Oath lays the foundation for the values and principles that guide every Scout’s actions. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to strengthen your memory, these fun and effective tools can make the memorization process much easier. You may also want to check out our five easy ways to memorize the Scout Law. 1.
5 Easy Ways to Memorize the Scout Law

Aug 16, 2024 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

Memorizing the Scout Law is an important part of being a Scout, and it can be a lot of fun too! The Scout Law is a list of twelve important traits that should guide a Scout’s actions and decisions. They can help you be a better Scout and a better person. If you want to make sure you remember all the points, these cool memorization tips and tricks will help you learn the Scout Law in no time!You may also want to check out our tools to help you memorize the Scout Oath. 1.
Can You Name That National Park?

May 10, 2024 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

Home » Quizzes » Can You Name That National Park? Inspire Leadership, Foster Values: Donate to ScoutingWhen you give to Scouting, you are making it possible for young people to have extraordinary opportunities that will allow them to embrace their true potential and become the remarkable individuals they are destined to be. Donate Today © 2024, Boy Scouts of America. All rights reserved. | Powered by WordPress VIP
20 quotes from Scouts and volunteers about the Scouting America name change, plus more positive Scouting news this week

May 10, 2024 | blog.scoutingmagazine.org | Bryan Wursten

This week, the renaming of the organization from Boy Scouts of America to Scouting America captured national attention. News outlets throughout the country sought the perspectives of local Scouts and volunteers, featuring their reactions in widespread coverage. Below are 20 inspiring quotes selected from these articles. “I think it’s a small change, but it has a big impact. Hopefully it will encourage more people to get interested in it and join Scouting.
What Time Can I See the Solar Eclipse?

Mar 7, 2024 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

The path of the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will cross parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. The rest of the United States will see a partial eclipse. The exact start times will vary, depending on your location. The times displayed inside the gray line on this map from NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio show when to expect the sun to be totally covered by the moon.
Where Can I Get Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses?

Mar 7, 2024 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

There is one unbreakable rule when viewing a solar eclipse: Never look directly at the sun during any phase of the eclipse without proper eye protection. Without protection, your eyesight could be permanently damaged. THE IMPORTANCE OF EYE PROTECTIONThe sun emits intense radiation, including harmful ultraviolet rays, which can cause severe damage to the eyes. During a solar eclipse, there is a temptation to glance at the sun.
Know Your Philmont Trivia?

Feb 22, 2024 | scoutlife.org | Bryan Wursten

Home » Quizzes » Know Your Philmont Trivia? Inspire Leadership, Foster Values: Donate to ScoutingWhen you give to Scouting, you are making it possible for young people to have extraordinary opportunities that will allow them to embrace their true potential and become the remarkable individuals they are destined to be. Donate Today © 2024, Boy Scouts of America. All rights reserved. | Powered by WordPress VIP