Mr.Mal

BUT... Even though he said he quit, his dues are still paid, he hasn''t left for displinary reasons AND since you are talking to him as a leader in the troop, then he is still considered by National to be active. So since National considers him active, you can''t take his name off the charter. Come re-chartering time, mommy &/or daddy "re-ups" him by paying the fees, he would still be considered active. Unless National clairfy''s the rule, that''s how it "could" be perceived, couldn''t it?

OK, Question along similar lines...How about the "good old Totin Chip" badge? The Scouts that earn it are proud of it, and it sorta looks like it goes on the right pocket flap, but not quite. It is too narrow and too tall. Where should it go then? The Uniform guide does NOT say where it should go.

How about the Scout that thinks it''s "cool" to wear his MB sash folded over his belt instead of wearing it over his shoulder?

Here is a link for the Italian Beef sandwiches that our troop has modified (no beer) for Dutch Oven use in camp http://www.thespicehouse.com/recipes/slow-cooked-italian-beef-for-sandwiches-recipe or http://tinyurl.com/ywjgfr(This message has been edited by Mr.Mal)

Sounds like "John" is the type of kid that wants to have stuff done for him so he can go play, without learning the leadership skills that so many of our young people are lacking. Could be that the troop that he was associtated with need to have a wake-up call on how to really run the troop. It is not "adults hands off all the time", but working together to have them learn. (teach first, then demonstrate, then assist, then watch). My troop is boy-led and is doing great. The Scouts tell me in their SM conference's that that is what they like over cubs, is the fact that they do the program, and when they need guidence, they come to the SM.

(quote)I find great sorrow knowing that the Punyan award has been dropped without making so much as a sound(/quote) I too find that it has not even been dropped, but never even existed

Thanks, It sure does look just a bit (or is that a byte) different than today's requirments. Thanks again, John

When I took it in the late 60's, I remember that it was sponsered by the "Social Security Administration", near Baltimore, MD. I believe that you had a choice on what to build. Either a small working model of a digital computer, or what I built was a small model of an Analog computer using voltmeters. I just want to show the Scouts of today who complain about how "hard" Computers Merit Badge is what the first one was. Also, I just want to see the requirements. (my memory seems to have lost a "bit"...or was that a nibble)? Thanks, John

I am looking for a copy of the requirments for the orginial Computer Merit Badge Can anyone help me or post them? Thanks John

Check out this web site for recipies and helpful hints: http://papadutch.home.comcast.net/ Edited to correct the URL. John(This message has been edited by Mr.Mal)

Check out this thread for more info. http://www.scouter.com/forums/postings.asp?action=ReplyForm&threadID=53688&forumID=7 Looks like they are council requirements and it is not a National award.

Just remember: Growing OLD is MANDATORY, Growing UP ISN'T!!! Have a great day

Greetings, I am looking for different kinds of foods (menus) that Scouts from around the world use when they go camping. I am trying to put together a "International" Court of Honor, remembering our fellow Scouts in differing countries, and the foods that they eat. Thanks YIS John

CNYScouter, The camp that you are reffering to that still does patrol cooking in heart of the Aderondack Mountains wouldn't be called "Cedarlands", would it?

How do you keep this fine emergency tool charged? I mean, there are no "power plants" in camp that the Scout cane walk over to and plug in, right? If the Scout brings one to camp for "emergency use only", and plays games on it because he can't go one week without electronic games, how can he justify that it is an emergency use only device? I use a solar charger to keep mine charged and it works rather well, and it shows the Scouts that there is no other charging station around.

Having your troop eat at a dinning hall vs having the patrols practice the patrol method and cook their food in their campsites and eat it. What are your thoughts? I remember doing the patrol method during the times when I went to summer camp. It really brought us together as a patrol and helped those that needed to fulfill the cooking requirments (I went to the old Broad Creek, when you could actually swim in the lake). We went to a camp in PA one year that had the dinning hall, and at first we enjoyed it, but it got old after awhile, we missed being able to cook and create our own meals. Having eat by the patrol method didn't seem to affect the merit badges we were going after, the dinning / cooking time was built into the schedule, so no one had to leave their class early to get the food.

Greetings, I have been following this thread ever since I got back from summer camp. This story is almost identical to the problem that I encountered this past week, except for my son was singing from a book my Advancement Chairman gave him to go over to pick out some songs for the troop to sing at our campfire. Amazing how these situations seem to follow trends, isn't it? Anyway, I will be using the suggestions that have been posted here in our situation, except for the part in dealing with my son, instead of me, it will be one of my Assistant Scoutmasters, since I am too close to the situation. Thanks John One thought on edit: Eagledad, I'm sure that when you say that you sit down with the Scout alone, there are other adults within listening distance so there will be 2 leaders deep.(This message has been edited by Mr.Mal)

Yep, It's all over now. They days are going to be getting shorter and winter is coming. Do you feel the chill in the air?

Thanks, This is what I was looking for...Give the problem (it hasn't happened yet, we are just "re-starting" our troop library, but I would like to have some guidlines avaliable before we open it for bussiness) to the PLC and then have them come up with their own ideas. I believe that they will tend to follow the rules better if they come up with them. Thanks (This message has been edited by Mr.Mal)

Does your troop have a Library and if it does, how do you make sure that the books are returned? Do you ask the question at a Scoutmaster's conference if the materials have been returned? If the Scout still has materials out, what do you do? Do you keep him from the Scoutmaster's conference, or would that be considered adding to the requirments? If the Scout has lost or damanaged the materials, how do you handle it? Thanks

What gifts (if any) have you given for boys attaining the rank of Eagle?

Or it sure is terrible that we just can't get a working cell site right now . Where is that guy that is always asking "Can you hear me"?

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----->>>>>> QUOTE One resource for info on this you all might check out is the Amercian Camping Association's web site for camp parents and in particular http://www.campparents.org/homesickness.php Looks like where Mr.Mal got his info. CC

With Summer Capm rapidly approaching, many of us have Scouts in our troops that this will be the first long term time away from Mom and Dad. Here is something that I am working on for my troop. Tell me what you think of it: Homesickness - Expert Advice for Parents This summer, thousands of young Scouts will get their first taste of independence at a summer Scout camp. For many, it will also be their first experience with homesickness. But parents don't have to feel helpless when homesickness strikes. The prescription for camper homesickness is a simple solution of preparation and patience. The following tips for parents will equip them to help their son deal with homesickness at camp: 1 - Encourage your son's independence throughout the year. Practice separations, such as sleepovers at a friend's house, or overnight camping with the troop, can simulate the camp environment. 2 - Discuss what camp will be like before your son leaves. Consider role-playing anticipated situations, such as using a flashlight to find the bathroom. 3 - Reach an agreement ahead of time on calling each other. If your son's summer camp has a no-phone-calls policy, honor it. 4 - Send a note or care package ahead of time to arrive the. first day of camp. 5 - Acknowledge, in a positive way, that you will miss your son. For example, you can say "I am going to miss you, but I know that you will have a good time at camp." Don't bribe. Linking a successful stay at camp to a material object sends the wrong message. The reward should be your son's new found confidence and independence. 6 - Pack a personal item from home, such as a small stuffed animal. 7 - When a "rescue call" comes from the son, offer calm reassurance and put the time frame into perspective. Avoid the temptation to take the son home early. Talk candidly with the Scoutmaster to obtain his/her perspective on your son's adjustment. 8 - Don't feel guilty about encouraging your son to stay at camp. For many summer, camp is a first step toward independence and plays an important role in their growth and development. 9 - Trust your instincts. While most incidents of homesickness will pass in a day or two, Thurber's research shows that approximately seven percent of the cases are severe. If your son is not eating or sleeping because of anxiety or depression, it is time to go home. However, don't make your son feel like a failure if their stay at summer camp is cut short. Focus on the positive and encourage your son to try summer camp again next year.(This message has been edited by Mr.Mal)