Innehållsförteckning för November 2024 från Scout Life

I enjoy reading about community service projects in Scout Life. It helps me think of new ways I can help my community and earn service hours. I recently completed my Citizenship in the Community merit badge. I volunteered at the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma. They provide backpacks full of food to students and have a summer program that provides free meals for kids. They also have food pantries and prepared meals for older citizens. I helped tape up boxes, delivered food to assembly lines and opened food that was packaged in plastic wrap so people could easily repack the food. I would recommend any Scouts who need service hours to contact their local food bank today! – Samuel B., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Great tip, Samuel! And thanks for serving…

These harvested foods are not only delicious but also nutritious. They provide essential vitamins and minerals good for your health. They’re also trendy during the fall season and Thanksgiving. Apples come in many varieties. They’re used in both sweet and savory dishes. Apple cider is a popular fall beverage made from pressed apples. It can be served hot or cold and is often spiced with cinnamon or other flavors. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins A and C. They can be roasted or mashed or used in soups and stews. They aren’t related to regular potatoes but are root vegetables. Pumpkins are a type of squash native to North America. They are rich in vitamins A and C. Roast their seeds for a nutritious snack. Brussels sprouts are small cabbage-like vegetables that grow on…

Rain doesn’t have to ruin your fun. A good rain jacket will help keep you dry and comfortable, whether you’re caught in a sprinkle or hiking for days in a steady rain. Get a jacket that’s made for outdoor sports, meaning it’s both waterproof and breathable. Wearing a rain jacket that’s not breathable is a little like wearing a trash bag: You’ll get wet from your sweat on the inside. You’ll also want one that’s packable. “It’s much more efficient and enjoyable to own a rain jacket that’s low bulk so you can pack it away, carry it with you and always have it on hand when you need it,” says Charlie Berg, a Seattle-based hiker, skier, climber and mountain biker, who is the senior outerwear product manager at Outdoor…

WIN TOYS! It’s our biggest giveaway of the year! Enter daily at go.scoutlife.org/wintoys for a chance to win cool toys, games and gadgets from our holiday gift guide. IF YOU WERE A THANKSGIVING FOOD, WHAT WOULD YOU BE? Pumpkin pie? Turkey? Gravy? Just answer 10 questions to discover your Thanksgiving food personality at go.scoutlife.org/thanksgiving MAKE A DOGGIE FIRST-AID KIT Being prepared with the right medical supplies could save your pup’s life in an emergency. Find out how to make a dog first-aid kit at go.scoutlife.org/dogfirstaid CAPTIONS THAT MADE US LAUGH So I just say, “I love lasagna” and I’ll be in the comics? (Submitted by Owen) I’m starting my own pod-cat! (ChickenFirst) I have purr-fect pitch. (BlueFlamb) You’re listening to the Litter Box podcast with special guest Kitty Perry. (Scoutmaster22) Welcome…

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Michael Goldman MANAGING EDITOR Paula Murphey DESIGN DIRECTOR Eric Ottinger SENIOR EDITOR Aaron Derr ASSOCIATE EDITORS Michael Freeman Sheniece Chappell SENIOR DIGITAL EDITOR Bryan Wursten SENIOR DIGITAL PRODUCER Gina Circelli Mulcahy EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Adryn Shackelford FIELD EDITORS Jenny Everett DiBenedetto, Steve Mazzucchi, Brian Payne, Bryan Wendell ASSOCIATE DESIGN DIRECTOR Kevin Hurley PHOTO EDITOR Edna J. Lemons PRODUCTION MANAGER Stacy Hall Lee IMAGING ARTIST Marcie Rodriguez HONORARY CHAIR, SCOUTING AMERICA PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES Joe Biden NATIONAL CHAIR, SCOUTING AMERICA Brad Tilden CHIEF SCOUT EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT & CEO Roger Krone NATIONAL COMMISSIONER Scott Sorrels MAGAZINES ADVISORY CHAIR David Talbot…

On Nov. 19, 1863, during the height of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln delivered a short speech to a crowd of more than 15,000. The speech focused on the importance of human equality. It was given at the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, just four months after the vicious Battle of Gettysburg, which took place at the same location. Historians say the speech’s length is an important part of its significance. It lasted only two minutes and was fewer than 300 words long. Photo Frenzy This is the only known photo of President Lincoln delivering the speech. Visit go.scoutlife.org/gettysburgphoto to learn more about this photo. “Four Score”? What does the famous opening phrase, “Four score and seven years ago,” actually mean? A score is 20,…

Staring up at a giant rock wall, the Scouts of troops 175 and 4175 pondered how they might make it to the top. This would be different from their regular outings to indoor climbing gyms. But the more they studied the textured volcanic breccia rock, the more places they spotted to grab and step. “In outdoor climbing, there are a lot more little ledges for your fingers and feet,” says Adam Woo, 15, a Star Scout. “It’s a lot easier to grip. With indoor climbing, there are a lot more bigger holds. All the holds here were a lot smaller, but even though they looked small, they worked a lot better than they looked.” After clipping into the top ropes, the Scouts were soon scaling the massive natural wall, one…

CALENDAR Daylight Saving Time ends Nov. 3. Roll back the clocks one hour. Nov. 6 is National Nacho Day. Yum! Nov. 11 is Veterans Day. Honor those who have served our country. Nov. 28 is Thanksgiving Day. On This Date Nov. 2, 2000: Astronauts inhabit the International Space Station for the first time. Nov. 19, 1863: Abraham Lincoln delivers the Gettysburg Address. See page 6 to learn more about the famous speech. Nov. 18, 1928: Mickey Mouse’s birthday! The beloved Disney character makes his debut in the animated short film Steamboat Willie. Celebrate National STEM Day on Nov. 8! Dive into the world of cutting-edge technology and hands-on skills with these exciting merit badges sponsored by BuildSubmarines.com: Electricity, Engineering, Robotics and Welding. BuildSubmarines.com is all about maritime manufacturing, creating everything from the tiniest…

Q: What should I bring on a cold campout? —Mark, Knoxville, Tennessee A: Think layers. In addition to your outdoor essentials, toiletries and sleeping gear, pack clothing that you can easily add or remove. This helps you maintain ideal comfort, especially if the temperature or conditions change. These layers should address the “three W’s”: warmth, wicking and weather. Your outermost layer protects you from the elements. Look for clothing labeled “windproof” and “waterproof.” Your warmth layer should be made of fleece, wool, down or synthetic insulation — these materials are designed to keep you warmer than others, like cotton. Your wicking layer is worn closest to your skin, and it’s supposed to wick away moisture, keeping you dry. Don’t forget a hat — you can lose 10% or more of…

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SCOUTS can learn more about their Christian faith by earning the following: The Jesus and Me emblem is for Cub Scouts in kindergarten and first grade. This program introduces Jesus as the Son of God in familiar terms so that young children can see Jesus in their own day-to-day experiences as a storyteller, teacher, friend and healer. The God and Me emblem is for Cub Scouts in second and third grades. This program helps Church of the Nazarene Cub Scouts become best friends with Jesus and tell their story of “God and Me” together. The God and Family emblem is for Scouts in fourth through sixth grades. This program helps youth understand the importance of family and God’s role in a healthy family. God and Family provides…