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		<title>The Benefits of Allowing Your Daughter to Participate with the Girl Scouts</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Benefits of Allowing Your Daughter to Participate with the Girl Scouts

Are you the parent of a female child between the ages of five and seventeen?  If you are, is your daughter currently a member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.?  If she is n]]></description>
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<p>Are you the parent of a female child between the ages of five and seventeen?  If you are, is your daughter currently a member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.?  If she is not, you may want to take the time to see what she is missing out on.</p>
<p>The Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. is a well known and well established organization that is known all around the world.  A few of the many goals of the Girl Scouts is to provide safe, fun, and exciting environments for young girls, as well as prepare girls for a bright future.  If these goals aren?t enough reasons why you should at least take the time to examine the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., you will want to continue reading on.</p>
<p>Another one of the many benefits to having your child become a Girl Scouts member is the fun that they will be able to experience.  Many Girl Scouts join local chapters or troops.  Many adult leaders choose to have monthly or even weekly meetings. These meetings may be filled with fun and exciting games, craft projects, and much more. It is also important to mention that many local Girl Scout Troops participate in other fun activities, such as sporting events, charity fundraisers, and so forth.</p>
<p>The ability to learn the importance of goal setting is another one of the many benefits to allowing your child to join the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  Depending on your child age, they may be a Daisy Girl Scout, a Brownie Girl Scout, a Junior Girl Scout, or a Girl Scout Ages 11-17.  No matter which Girl Scout Troop or general group they are in, your child will have the ability to advance and earn awards. These awards are ones that can later be displayed on your child?s Girl Scout uniform.  Generally speaking, your child has the ability to earn at least five awards, also commonly referred to as Insignias.</p>
<p>As previously stated, the Girl Scouts regularly participate in fun filled activities, including community service projects or community fundraisers.  This is another one of the many benefits to allowing your child to join the Girl Scouts.  When doing so, your child will learn the importance of community service and community support. Those who volunteer at a young age are more likely to volunteer as adults.  It is also important to mention that your child?s volunteer work will also look great on college applications, as well as for college scholarships.</p>
<p>Your child can also learn the value of friendship and other healthy relationships once a member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  Should your child join a local Girl Scout Troop, they will be working side by side other Girl Scouts and adult leaders. This can result in the development of close friendships.  This close contact can also help to promote teamwork.  In fact, Girl Scouts are encouraged to properly display leadership when needed, but to also be a good team player.</p>
<p>The above mentioned benefits are just a few of the many benefits to allowing your child to join the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  In fact, another benefit is the options that you have.  If you or your family has transpiration issues or lives in an isolated community, your child can become an independent Girl Scout. They will be invited to local, state, and national Girl Scout events, but without being tied down to a Troop.</p>
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		<title>Should You Let Your Child Join the Boy Scouts?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:58:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Julia</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Should You Let Your Child Join the Boy Scouts?

Are the parent of a male child?  If you are, your child may come across a local Boy Scouts group that is looking for new members.  If your child is like many others, their interest may peak.  While a]]></description>
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<p>Are the parent of a male child?  If you are, your child may come across a local Boy Scouts group that is looking for new members.  If your child is like many others, their interest may peak.  While a large number of parents give their boys permission to join the Boy Scouts of America without any thought, you may be looking for more information.  If you are, you will want to continue reading on, as a number of Boy Scout benefits are outlined below for your convenience.</p>
<p>When examining the Boy Scouts of America, you will find that they have a code that they aim to live by. These codes are commonly referred to as the ?Aims of Scouting.?  For instance, you will find that the Boy Scouts have a motto, slogan, oath, outdoor code, law, sign, and salute.  Each of these are adapted to instill values in your child.  For instance, when examining the outdoor code, you will find that it prompts Boy Scouts to be conservation minded and careful with the outdoors, especially where fires are concerned.  These are values that all children can benefit from.</p>
<p>In keeping with values, your child can also learn the value of leadership and teamwork, when joining the Boy Scouts of America.  The Boy Scouts participate in an unlimited number of activities, both on the local and national levels. These activities may include community fundraisers, sporting events, and camping trips.  Each activity has a specific goal and moral behind it.  For instance, with community fundraisers or community volunteer projects, your child will learn the importance of staying active in the community, as well as the importance of helping others in their times of need.</p>
<p>The activities that your child will get to participate in, once becoming an active member of the Boy Scouts of America, is just another one of the many benefits to joining. As previously stated, the Boy Scouts participate in an unlimited number of activities each year.  These activities not only instill respectable values in your child, but they are also fun and exciting.  Activities enjoyed by many Boy Scout groups commonly include camping, outdoor sports, construction projects, and much more.  Many of these experiences are ones that your child may not otherwise get to participate in.</p>
<p>The above mentioned benefits are just a few of the many Boy Scouts benefits.  If you are still unsure as to whether or not the Boy Scouts of America is the right fit for your child, you may want to seek additional information.  This information is easy to come by online, as the Boy Scouts of America has their own online website.  You can also learn more about the Boy Scouts of America, namely your local chapters, by speaking with local volunteers or adult leaders.  Many local chapters volunteer throughout your community and have local signups.  You may also want to contact your local school district for more information on how to get into contact with nearby Boy Scout leaders.</p>
<p>As an additional benefit, it is important to note that the Boy Scouts of America is ideal for boys between the ages of seven and twenty.  Unfortunately, this is an important point that not all parents are aware of.  Many parents, especially those unfamiliar with the Boy Scouts, associate the organization with elementary school aged children. There are various Boy Scout membership divisions, such as Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and Venturing that are designed for school aged children and young adults, of all ages.</p>
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		<title>Pros and Cons of Letting Your Child Become a Boy Scout</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Mar 2010 19:22:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pros and Cons of Letting Your Child Become a Boy Scout

Are you the parent of a male child?  If you are, you may have heard of the Boy Scouts of America. The Boy Scouts of America is a large group of men and boys, both young and old, who participat]]></description>
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<p>Are you the parent of a male child?  If you are, you may have heard of the Boy Scouts of America. The Boy Scouts of America is a large group of men and boys, both young and old, who participate in fun filled activities, which often have an unlimited number of benefits, such as leadership and community support.</p>
<p>As popular as the Boy Scouts of America are, not all young boys belong to this well-known organization.  That may leave you wondering whether or not the Boys Scouts of America is right for you child.  If this is something that you have asked yourself, you may want to take the time to examine the pros and cons of allowing your child to become a member of the Boy Scouts of America.</p>
<p>As for the pros or plus sides to allowing your child to become a Boy Scout member, you may take comfort in knowing that it can be a lifelong journey. There are three main Boy Scout divisions.  These divisions include Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and Venturing.  Cub Scouting is designed for boys between the ages of seven and ten.  Boy Scouting is designed for boys between the ages of eleven and eighteen. Venturing is another division designed for those between the ages of fourteen and twenty years of age.  Even after twenty years of age, your child can volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America or apply to become an adult leader.</p>
<p>The ability to participate in the Boy Scouts of America organization for years on end is something that can benefit your son in more ways than one. For instance, it can help to teach them the meaning of commitment.  If your child signs up to become a Boy Scout, you should encourage them to continue with their membership and participation.</p>
<p>Another one of the many pros or plus sides to allowing your child to join the Boy Scouts of America is the relationships they will be able to develop. As you likely already know, the Boy Scouts of America relies heavily on activities, including indoor and outdoor activities.  Many of these activities, such as camping and sports, require teamwork. This teamwork is what can allow your child to form close relationships with other Boy Scout members.  In fact, many Boy Scouts recall meeting some of their closest friends at Boy Scout events.</p>
<p>As previously stated, there are three main Boy Scout divisions. These divisions include Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and Venturing.  Each division has a number of different membership levels. For instance, some of the levels for Cub Scouting include the Tiger Club, Bear Club, and the Webelos Club.  The ability to move up within the ranks of the Boy Scouts, even at a young age, can help teach your child the importance of setting and achieving goals.  The Boy Scouts of America rewards all participating members with merit badges, which your child can later prominently display on their Boy Scout uniform.</p>
<p>Although there are a number of pros or plus sides to having your child join the Boy Scouts of America, you will also find that there are a number of cons or downsides to doing so.  One of the very few downsides to Boy Scouts is the time that you and your child will have to devote. Although most parents will give up just about anything to help their child, there are others who have a difficult time doing so, possibly because of work related issues. The good news is that the Boy Scouts community, especially on local levels, is a tight nit group. This means that if you are unable to transport your child to a Boy Scout related function, another parent or adult leader would likely be more than happy to offer you assistance.</p>
<p>The above mentioned points are just a few of the many that you will want to take into consideration, when trying to determine if the Boy Scouts of America is an organization that is right for your son. If you have any question, comments, or concerns, you may want to approach your local Boy Scout leaders for additional information.</p>
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		<title>Popular Girl Scout of the U.S.A. Divisions</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:56:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Popular Girl Scout of the U.S.A. Divisions

Are you a parent who has a school aged daughter?  If you are, you may want to take the time to examine the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. There is a good chance that you or your friends participated in Girl Sc]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Popular Girl Scout of the U.S.A. Divisions</p>
<p>Are you a parent who has a school aged daughter?  If you are, you may want to take the time to examine the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. There is a good chance that you or your friends participated in Girl Scouts when you were younger and you may want the same for your child.</p>
<p>When it comes to the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., one of the most commonly asked questions by parents is what will my child be doing. Before focusing on the activities that your daughter may participate in, as a Girl Scout, it is first important to examine the membership levels and divisions for the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  For more information in which group your daughter may be placed in, please continue reading on.</p>
<p>If your child is between the ages of five and six years old, she will be eligible to become a Daisy Girl Scout.  Most commonly, Daisy Scouts are comprised solely on kindergarteners.  Many Daisy Girl Scout leaders rely on publications from the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. to plan fun and exciting activities for meetings.  These activities are most commonly comprised of craft projects.</p>
<p>If your child is between the ages six and eight, they will be expected to join the Brownie Girl Scouts. The Brownie Girl Scouts are typically for those in grades one through third.  Like the Daisy Scouts, many Brownie Girl Scouts will complete fun and exciting craft projects, but many other activities will also focus on teambuilding skills.  The Brownie Girl Scouts also use Scout approved handbooks and activities books for guidance.</p>
<p>If your child is between the ages of eight and eleven or if they are in grades four through sixth, they will be eligible to join the Junior Girl Scouts group. The Junior Girls Scout group is the first official group to received Girl Scouting pins and different uniforms.  The merit badges and awards given to Junior Girl Scouts typically take more determination to receive, as the categories increase in difficulty.</p>
<p>The final level of Girl Scouts, for children, is that of the Girl Scout Ages 11-17 group. This group is designed for those preparing for their futures. Although traditional adventurous activities, such as hiking and camping, will be touched on, this level tends to look ahead towards the future. For instance, your child, should she become a member of the Girl Scouts Ages 11-17, may attend career focused workshops, as well as volunteer throughout the community.</p>
<p>The above mentioned groups and membership levels are those that are designed for school aged children. It is also important to mention that adults are also needed within the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. organization.  These adults can participate in adult programs.  Adult Girl Scouts often act as leaders, volunteers, and mentors to younger girls.  Even if you don?t want to ?officially,? become a member of the Girl Scouts, there are still ways that you can offer assistance, such as through volunteering for Girl Scout sponsered events.</p>
<p>As outlined above, there are a number of opportunities for those who wish to join the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  In addition to getting your daughter involved, you may wish to do the same. This is something that you may enjoy, especially if you were a Girl Scout back in your childhood days.  In fact, did you know that Girl Scout parents commonly act as adult leaders or assistants?</p>
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		<title>Interesting Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. Facts</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:03:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Interesting Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. Facts

Is your child interested in joining a local Girl Scout Troop?  If so, your child may be looking for more information or you even may be too.  If your child is already a member of the Girl Scouts of the U]]></description>
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<p>Is your child interested in joining a local Girl Scout Troop?  If so, your child may be looking for more information or you even may be too.  If your child is already a member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., they may still be looking for information concerning the organization that they belong to.  If that is the case, you will want to continue reading on. A few interesting facts, concerning the Girls Scouts of the U.S.A. are outlined below.</p>
<p>Although camping is often associated as a Boy Scout activity, did you know that many Girl Scouts list camping and hiking as two of their most favorite activities?  They do and the Girls Scouts of the U.S.A. has a number of different ways that members can go about camping and earning awards for doing so.  The camping options available to many Girls Scouts are those of day camping, group camping, core staff camping, and travel camping.</p>
<p>To encourage young girls to set realistic goals for themselves, the Girl Scouts of America rewards all members with badges, also commonly referred to as Insignias.  Whichever level your child is at, whether it be Daisy Girl Scouts, Brownie Girl Scouts, Junior Girl Scouts, Girl Scouts, or Adult Girl Scouts, there is always the opportunity to earn awards. These awards will later be displayed on your daughter?s uniform.</p>
<p>Girl Scout Cookies have been used as a fundraising technique for the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. for years on end.  Although many associate this staple with the raising of much needed money, there is more to the selling of Girl Scout Cookies.  When selling Girl Scout Cookies, your daughter and other group members can learn important socialization skills, selling skills, as well as marketing skills. In addition to boosting your daughter?s confidence level, the successful sale of Girl Scout Cookies may also open up a number of exciting career opportunities.</p>
<p>The Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. was essentially started by Juliette ?Daisy? Gordon.  According to the website for the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., Gordon took a group of eighteen girls from Georgia and assembled a local Girl Scout group. This group was involved in a number of different community service projects and participated in fun activities, such as hiking, playing basketball and other sports.  Gordon?s insight to the Girls Scouts and its benefits stuck and today the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. have around four million members.</p>
<p>Located in New York City, you will find the main headquarters for the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  Here, guests can learn about the history of the Girl Scouts at an interesting museum.  This may involve viewing exhibits that highlight past publications and handbooks, as well as exhibits that display older uniforms and accessories.  If at all possible, you will want to visit this museum with your daughter. You may also want to suggest that your daughter?s Girl Scout Troop make a visit to this museum, especially if the group is located with a reasonable distance to New York City.</p>
<p>The above mentioned facts are just a few of the many that you or your daughter may enjoy reading about the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  For more information, you are urged to use the internet to your advantage.  Examining the online website for the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. can help you and your daughter better understand the history of the Girl Scouts, as well as the importance of it.  The online website for the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. can be found with a traditional internet search.</p>
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		<title>Cub Scouting:  Is It Right for Your Child?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 16:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cub Scouting:  Is It Right for Your Child?

Are you the parent of a boy who is either between the ages of seven and ten or in the grades first through fifth?  If you are, is your son currently active with the Boy Scouts of America?  If they are not]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cub Scouting:  Is It Right for Your Child?</p>
<p>Are you the parent of a boy who is either between the ages of seven and ten or in the grades first through fifth?  If you are, is your son currently active with the Boy Scouts of America?  If they are not, you may want to take the time to see what they are missing. You can easily do this by examining the Cub Scouting division of the Boy Scouts of America.</p>
<p>As previously stated, Cub Scouting is a membership division of the Boy Scouts of America. It is actually one of three divisions. The other divisions are titled Boy Scouting and Venturing. If your child is eleven years of age or older, you may want to examine these divisions, as opposed to Cub Scouting.  Boy Scouting is designed for boys between the ages of eleven and eighteen. Venturing is a program that is deigned for those between the ages of fourteen and twenty or twenty-one.</p>
<p>If you are the parent of a child who is between the ages of seven and ten or in the grades first through fifth, they will be eligible to join the Cub Scouting division of the Boy Scouts. This division is, by far, one of the most popular divisions, among Boy Scouts and their parents.  That is just one of the many reasons why you should take the time to examine the Boy Scouts of America, namely their Cub Scouting division.  It is popular for a reason. With that in mind, if you are still looking for information concerning the Boy Scouts of America?s Cub Scouting division, you will want to continue reading on.</p>
<p>All Boy Scout divisions have a set of goals. These goals or ?Aims of Scouting,? are similar in nature, but many are age specific.  For instance, the Cub Scouting division has ten main purposes and goals.  Just a few of those goals and purposes include character development, spiritual growth, good citizenship, respectful relationships, and personal achievement.  These goals and purposes are ones that can help your child become a well respected member of their community. These goals and purposes are also ones that can help them for years to come in the future.</p>
<p>In keeping with instilling values and goals in your child, you will find that the Cub Scouting division has numerous advancement levels for their boys. These advancement levels are as followed in the correct order, Bob Cat, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos.  This advancement plan is often based on your child age, but their achievements and determination also play an important role in advancement. For instance, there are a total of twenty-four required achievements in a number of different categories for Bears.  To officially become a Bear, at least twelve of those achievements must be met.</p>
<p>The activities participate in is another great way to determine if Cub Scouting is right for your child. While you will find some variances, as adult leaders often decide which activities are participated in, you and your child will likely find fun and excitement around each and every corner.  All Cub Scouting Dens are required to have at least one monthly pack meeting each month.  These meetings are often filled with fun activities, such as the construction of racecars that will later be raced, the construction of arts and crafts, and other team building exercises.  Your child may also have the opportunity to participate in fun outdoor adventures, including hiking and camping.</p>
<p>One of the most common questions asked by parents who are interested in enrolling their children in with the Boy Scouts of America concerns the cost.  Many wonder who pays for all meetings, activities, and needed supplies.  After a close examination, you will find that a lot of people actually contribute. As a parent, you will be required to financially contribute, but this typically includes a low, affordable monthly fee. This fee, also commonly referred to as due, will better enable your child to make good use of the Boy Scouts.</p>
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		<title>Common Boy Scouts of America Goals</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:53:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Common Boy Scouts of America Goals

Are you the parent of a male child?  If you are, you may have heard about the Boy Scouts.  The Boy Scouts of America is an organization that is well known and respected all around the world.  That, alone, may giv]]></description>
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<p>Are you the parent of a male child?  If you are, you may have heard about the Boy Scouts.  The Boy Scouts of America is an organization that is well known and respected all around the world.  That, alone, may give you enough confidence to allow your child to participate in the Boy Scouts, but you may also be looking for more information.  If you are still unsure as to whether or not the Boy Scouts is right for your son, you may want to take the time to examine common Boy Scout goals, as these are goals and values that will be instilled in your child.</p>
<p>One of the many goals of the Boy Scouts can be found in their Scout Motto. That motto is to always be prepared.  Preparation is a skill that can benefit your child now and in the future as well.  Preparation will help your child with their Boy Scout activities, such as camping and fundraising.  It may also extend down to your child?s schoolwork. For instance, they can learn the importance of being prepared for a test or a school sporting event.</p>
<p>Another one of the many goals can be found when examining the Outdoor Code for the Boy Scouts. This code encourages all Boy Scouts to have proper outdoor manners, always clean up messes made, as well as use caution when outdoors, especially when it comes to fires.  With global warming and climate change a growing concern in America, your child may be learning skills that can help them improve the environment.  An environment conscious child is one that can do wonders for the world, even just on a local level.</p>
<p>The Scout Slogan can also be examined to learn more about the common Boy Scout goals.  The Scout Slogan encourages all Boy Scouts to do at least one good deed a day. This good deed can be something as simple has helping a neighbor or volunteering within the community. In a society where it seems as if many individuals are concerned with themselves and themselves alone, your child could do more than just help one person.  This is most commonly seen with the phrase ?pay it forward.?  Those who are inspired by your child or the Boy Scouts in general are likely to do their own good deed for the day.</p>
<p>When examining the goals of the Boy Scouts of America, you will also want to take the time to examine the Scout Law. The Scout law encourages all Boy Scouts to be trustworthy, helpful, loyal, happy, and thrifty.  The Scout Law alone can instill a number of respectable qualities in your child.  Boy Scouts who obey the Scout Laws are more likely to be pleasant and pleased with their accomplishments.</p>
<p>The Scout Oath, similar to the Scout Law, is another great way to examine some of the many goals of the Boy Scouts of America.  The Scout Oath encourages all Boy Scouts to obey the Scout Law, respect the country as a whole, as well as God.  It also encourages mental alertness, health, and good deeds.  In a time where it seems as if many children, especially teenagers, have a problem with respecting adults, your child can learn the importance of respect.  As a parent, it is important to note this understanding of respect and honor is one that can help them for years to come.</p>
<p>The above mentioned ways are just a few of the many ways that you can go about examining the goals of the Boy Scouts of America.  If you would like additional information, you may want to contact your local Boy Scout leaders or visit the online website for the Boy Scouts of America.  This online website can easily be found with a standard internet search.</p>
<p>In conclusion, the above mentioned goals are just a few of the many that your child will learn to accomplish when a member of the Boy Scouts.  As a parent, you may take comfort in knowing that the Boy Scouts America can benefit your child in more ways than one.</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:44:05 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Are you interested in having your child join the Boy Scouts of America?  The Boy Scouts of America is a well known and well trusted organization in the United States and all around the world for that matter. Although it comes highly rated and recommend, you may be looking for more benefits.  Two of the many benefits that you will want to examine are those of rewards and advancement.</p>
<p>Depending on your child?s age, they can either join the Cub Scouting division, the Boy Scouting division, or the Venturing division of the Boy Scouts. The Cub Scouting division is designed for those between the ages of seven and ten or those in grades first through fifth.  The Boy Scouting division is designed for boys between the ages of ten and eighteen or those in the grades sixth through twelfth.  There is also a separate division that is designed for those between the ages of fourteen and twenty, which is referred to as Venturing.</p>
<p>Should your child join the Cub Scouting or the Boy Scouting divisions of the Boys Scouts, you may be pleased to hear that they encourage advancement and the setting of goals.  In fact, there are advancement programs in place to help your child succeed.  When your child advances through a Boy Scouts division, they are also rewarded with merit badges and possibly other awards. A few of the many merit badges and awards that your child may receive, once they have joined the Boy Scouts, are outlined below.</p>
<p>As previously stated, children between the ages of seven and ten or in the grades first through fifth are eligible to become members of the Cub Scouting division. Should your child wish to join this division of the Boy Scouts of America, you will find that there are a number of awards they could earn, in addition to traditional merit badges.  A few of these awards include the Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award, the Cub Scout World Conservation Award, the Emergency Preparedness Award, and the Leave No Trace Awareness Award.  These awards tend to promote a healthy understanding of the environment and the need for preparation.</p>
<p>In keeping with promoting the understanding of keeping the environment healthy and safe, you will find the Keep America Beautiful Hometown U.S.A. Award. This award comes in the form a merit badge patch.  Requirements include acquiring at least three merit badges from a list of twelve categories, some of which include communications, environmental science, gardening, and public speaking. Another requirement is that of completing a community service project. To qualify for this award, there are certain restrictions that need to be met, concerning the community service project, such as at least eight hours worth of volunteering.</p>
<p>If your child is between the ages of eleven and eighteen or in the grades sixth through twelfth, your child may be interested in joining the Boy Scouting division of the Boy Scout of America.  If so, you will find that there are numerous merit badges and awards that they can earn. A few of these awards include the Fifty Miler Award, the Crime Prevention Award, and so on.  There are also multiple awards available for those in the Venturing division of the Boy Scouts.</p>
<p>In addition to your child being able to receive merit badges and awards on their own, there is also an award that is designed for children and their parents. This award is referred to as the BSA Family Award. The BSA Family award is designed to promote family involvement among Boy Scout parents and other immediate family members.  You and your son are eligible for this award as long as you complete three required activities over a twelve-month period of time.</p>
<p>The above mentioned awards are just a few of the many that your child may receive, when participating in the Boy Scouts of America.  These awards and merit badges, as previously stated, can help your child learn the importance of setting and achieving goals.  This is a valuable teaching that can help them succeed in life for years to come.</p>
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		<title>Boy Scout Membership Divisions Reviewed</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:05:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Are you the parent of a male child who is interested in joining the Boy Scouts of America?  If you are, you can seek assistance from local Boy Scout leaders, but you may also be looking for more information right now.  If you are, you may want to continue reading on. A few of Boy Scout membership divisions that your child may qualify for are outlined below.</p>
<p>Cub Scouting is one of the three main divisions for the Boy Scouts of America.  This division is one that targets young boys. Those who participate in Cub Scouting are either between the ages of seven and ten or in the grades first through fifth.  Due to parents encouraging their children to join the Boy Scouts at an early age, the Cub Scouting division is known as the most popular one.</p>
<p>Should your child join the Cub Scouting division of the Boy Scouts of America, they will be able to advance to different membership level, inside this division.  These advancements may depend on your child?s age, as well as the number of merit badges they are able to acquire.  Most Cub Scouting members start at the Tiger Cubs and work their way up; however, there are some exceptions for older students.  The membership levels inside Cub Scouting are as follows, Tiger Cubs Scouts, Wolf Cub Scouts, Bear Cub Scouts, and Webelos Cub Scouts.</p>
<p>Another one of the many membership divisions for the Boy Scouts of America is that of Boy Scouting. Boy Scouting is designed for boys between the ages of eleven and eighteen or those in grades sixth through twelfth.  Although this division is still a popular one, not all Cub Scouts make the decision to continue on with the Boy Scouts.</p>
<p>As with the Cub Scouting division, the Boy Scouting division has a number of different membership levels inside it.  These are what enable your child to understand the importance of setting and meeting all goals.  With the proper amount of determination and goal setting, your child can enter and advance through the following membership levels, Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle.  Those who successfully stay with the Boy Scouts until their high school graduation are likely to continue volunteering with the Boy Scouts of America or even become adult leaders.</p>
<p>The third membership division of the Boy Scouts of America is that of Venturing.  Venturing is a program that accepts both boys and girls, who are between the ages of fourteen and twenty-one.  Venturing involves the sponsorships of local businesses or organizations. The main goal of the Venturing program is to provide young adults with resources needed to survive in the world. This is accomplished through a number of different activities, including career building exercises and challenging activities, such as sailing or scuba diving.</p>
<p>As outlined above, there are three main membership divisions for the Boy Scouts of America.  If your child is interested in joining a local Boy Scouts Pack or Den, their age will play a significant role in which division they are able to gain admittance into.  If you are still looking for additional information, you have a number of different options.  These options involve meeting with local Boy Scout officials, as well as examining the online website for the Boy Scouts of America, where a lot of valuable information is provided to you.</p>
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		<title>Adult Boy Scout Leaders:  What Is Expected Of Them</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 04:29:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Are you an adult male who is interested in working with your local Boy Scouts of America council?  Regardless of whether you are a parent or a just a community member, there is a lot that you can do to help the Boy Scouts of America in general, as well as your local Boy Scout groups, also commonly referred to as Dens.  While simply volunteering may be enough, you may want to consider becoming an adult Boy Scout leader, as there are a number of benefits to doing so.</p>
<p>As stated above, there are a number of benefits to becoming an adult Boy Scout leader. One of those benefits is the much needed assistance that you will be able to provide young boys.  In today?s society, it can sometimes be difficult for young children to find quality role models.  Should you become a Boy Scouts of America adult leader and follow all rules and restrictions, you may become one of their role models. You can use your leadership position to instill quality and respectable goals and values in boys in your local community.</p>
<p>Now that you know the many benefits of volunteering to become an adult Boy Scouts leader, you may be looking for more information on the positions. When examining the job responsibilities of adult Boy Scout leaders, it is important to remember that it all depends on your position. For instance, a Cubmaster is responsible for overseeing those in the Cub Scouting division, which is typically composed of boys between the ages of seven and ten or eleven. On the other hand, Venturing is designed for those between the ages of fourteen and twenty or twenty-one.  This means that your responsibilities may depend on your title, as well as those under your supervision.</p>
<p>Although each Boy Scouts adult leader may have different job responsibilities and duties that they must perform, one thing is the same and that is what is expected of you in general. The Boy Scouts of America has a set list of goals that they want all Boy Scouts and adult leader to fulfill and abide by.  Before becoming an adult Boy Scout leader, you will need to take an oath to follow the Boy Scouts code, commonly summed up as the ?Aims of Scouting.?  While there might be some slight variations, depending on your leadership position, you will find that the same is expected of most adult leaders.</p>
<p>One of the many similarities, in terms of what is expected of adult Boy Scout leaders, is that of being a good role model.  Adult Boy Scout leaders should stay calm and speak with all Den members with respect, compassion, and care.  Your job is to do good, not harm.  You may also be responsible for keeping up constant communication with parents, as all parents should be aware of their children?s activities, especially those that require cooperation like overnight camping trips.</p>
<p>Another one of the common expectations that you may find, no matter what the leadership position, involves staying up to date with all Boy Scout news and events.  Many Boy Scout leaders are encouraged to regularly review the Boy Scouts of America website, as well as attend any training meetings.  Boy Scout leaders are also encouraged to not only host fun filled local activities, but they are also encouraged to get their children involved in national or statewide Boy Scouts events.</p>
<p>The above mentioned expectations are just a few of the many that you will find are required of adult Boy Scout leaders. If you would like additional information before becoming an official adult leader for your local Boy Scouts of America council, you have a number of different options. For quick answers, you may want to visit the online website for the Boy Scouts of America. This online website can be found with a standard internet search and it outlines many adult leadership responsibilities, requirements, and expectations.  You can also take steps to contact your current local Boy Scout leaders for more information.</p>
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