Gina Circelli

Nov 21, 2024 | blog.scoutingmagazine.org | Gina Circelli

Your kids’ holiday excitement might have you saying, “Oh my gourdness!” around this time of year. Thanksgiving break marks the most restful, relaxing times of the year for some people. But for Scouts (and Scout-age kids), the drive to build, create and keep their minds busy never ends.

Nov 19, 2024 | blog.scoutingmagazine.org | Gina Circelli

Some Cub Scout leaders create buzz around their packs outside of their typical recruitment events. Intentionally or not, Pack 758 of Carrollton, Texas, did just that this weekend, and I got a front-row seat for the whole thing. Saturday, I lugged my kids to a pretty cool playground. It’s the kind of family spot with all the latest sensory-focused activities and accessibility for kids of all ages and abilities. It’s in the middle of a larger park with tons of room for sports.

Nov 6, 2024 | blog.scoutingmagazine.org | Gina Circelli

For adventure- and toy-loving readers, we think the answer to the question up top is pretty clear. But we suggest you read on to decide for yourself. And note: We’re barely scratching the surface with this roundup. Not featured below are November’s Gear Guy Q&A, a rock-climbing feature, jokes galore, rain-gear tips, chances to snag vintage merch and, of course, Thanksgiving-themed comics!This month in history: the Gettysburg AddressBrevity can make a huge impact.

Oct 11, 2024 | blog.scoutingmagazine.org | Gina Circelli

Scouters and Scouts around the world are doing Good Turns every day. Let’s highlight a few from this week. Scout leads the charge to create a new city flagLockport, Illinois, now boasts a new city flag thanks to Zach Dylkiewicz and his Eagle Scout project. The eighth-grader presented his idea for a flag to the city, which piqued Mayor Steven Streit’s interest. Zach then worked with a committee and an expert in flag design to present two meaningful options to city council.

Jun 25, 2024 | blog.scoutingmagazine.org | Gina Circelli |Scouts BSA

Know any Scouts BSA youth eager to have their voices heard at all levels in Scouting America? This is the opportunity for them!The Scouts BSA Youth Council, aimed at putting youth perspectives central in program decision making, provides an incredible opportunity for qualified youth to give input and shape strategy on some of the most important topics in the organization. Now in its fourth year, the council is ready to fill its ranks with a new lineup of Scouts for the 2024-25 term.