The NetCommish @ USSSP - Introduction to Scouting

Introduction to Scouting

What is Scouting all about? Simply put Scouting is a movement designed to help young people grow and reach their best potential using tried and true methods. Scouting has often been called "A Game with a Purpose" because it uses activities and outdoor programs that are fun and challenging to create growth opportunities and memories that can last a lifetime. But we're getting ahead of ourselves. Perhaps the best place to start with the goals or aims of Scouting listed below.

AIMS OF SCOUTING

To Build Character

To Foster Citizenship

To Develop Fitness

To achieve these aims, Scouting uses age-specific methods for Cub and Boy Scouts. Those methods are listed below:

METHODS OF CUB SCOUTING

Home and Neighborhood Centered
Parent Involvement
Advancement Plan
The Den
Ideals
Uniform
Activity Program

METHODS OF BOY SCOUTING

Ideals
Patrols
Outdoors
Advancement
Personal Growth
Adult Association
Leadership Development
Uniform

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