sandyscouter

Woodbadge changed my life. To me Woodbadge was a journey in self discovery as well as the best practicum I could have ever attended in leadership training. I was shy and backwards with very little confidence before I went. I had never tied the knots before, nor set up a tent. My patrol was wonderful and very patient with me as I learned. I cried when I contemplated writing my ticket because I didn't think anyone would want me on their staff. OH MY! Did I ever have a lot to learn about how happy Volunteers and Executives are to find a willing volunteer. I laugh now, because I have been on District and Council Training, Outdoor Committee, Jamboral, University of Scouting, Roundtable, Scout-O-Rama and many other staffs. I found out that "Scouting is FUN!" It's difficult for anyone to explain WoodBadge [The old method--I know nothing about the new program], because it is more of an experience in sharing and discovering for yourself [along with your patrol] the lessons which are set up for you to learn. I am so glad I went, even though very few women went those years [1984]. I am now outgoing and enjoy making meetings exciting and fun! This year will mark 32 years as a Scouter and I will always be a BEAR in my heart!