The Scouting Stuff Podcast

Scouting reaches 60 million members worldwide...and one Scout in the US grabs all the badges.News StoriesWorld Scouting’s membership reaches historic highs, led by growth in Africa regionWorld Scouting and Malaysian Government renew strategic partnership to empower youthBraving the crisis: Bangladesh Scouts’ response to the Uttara plane crashBoy Scouts Stranded in Virgin Islands Because of Hurricane Erin Seek Help to ‘Complete Their Journey’ HomeScouts Canada calling for more volunteers in the London areaLess than 1% of Boy Scouts achieve what this N.J. scout just didSubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex GrohlPack Light, Dream Big, by Jamboree Powell

Scouts Canada have massively overhauled not only their popcorn fundraiser program, but also groups' ability to manage fundraising.Podcast TopicsScout Popcorn has always been the biggest fundraiser of the year for Scouts Canada. This year, the program has been massively overhauled: Kernels Popcorn is the new popcorn supplier, and AMJ Campbell is offering groups free shipping to over 50 distribution hubs around the country.As well, there’s a new fundraising platform, My Scout Group Shop, which Scouts Canada groups can use to collect all popcorn sales, manage their participation in other national fundraisers, as well as accept donations.And because it isn’t a popcorn campaign without prizes, one group from each province has a chance to win either a $200 gift card to the Scout Shop or $200 off their next Scouts Canada property rental. There are also popcorn crests (of course!)...and groups can win a ghost crest as well.Many thanks to Rachel Kent and Andrew Brousse from Scouts Canada for joining the podcast and explaining the new popcorn program in detail!SubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffBe Our GuestRegister as a GuestSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex GrohlPack Light, Dream Big, by Jamboree Powell

Scouts Canada cuts staff and sells a camp, Switzerland wins Roverway 2028...and Angolan Scouts get major recognition.News StoriesScouts Canada headcount reductions take effectTamaracouta Scout Reserve: Navigating the Future ResponsiblyRubene De Sousa, Gone Home: A Life of Purpose, Passion, and Scouting SpiritRubene De Sousa Posthumously Awarded the Silver WolfSwitzerland selected to host Roverway in 2028 under the motto ‘Battasendas’Italy to host the 26th European Scout Conference in 2028European Scout Conference elects six members to the European Scout CommitteeScouts of Angola receive Presidential award for contributions to peace and developmentOver 10,000 Scouts gather in Gjøvik for Norway’s first joint National JamboreeSubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex GrohlPack Light, Dream Big, by Jamboree Powell

Girl Scouts celebrate Taylor Swift, WOSM appoints a new Secretary General...and Scouts Canada looks for a hero.News StoriesTaylor Swift childhood photo revealed by Girl ScoutsScouts to celebrate 110 years with biggest ever Garden FeteScarf on a bicycle: Romanian Scouts lead a national movement for sustainable mobilityHow Barbados Scouts are building environmental leadership through hands-on trainingDavid Berg appointed as 11th Secretary General of World ScoutingCalling All Young Creators: Design Canada’s Next Superhero!SubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex GrohlPack Light, Dream Big, by Jamboree Powell

Scouts Canada has launched a new podcast of their own, featuring interviews with notable Canadians.Podcast TopicsKaelem Moniz from Scouts Canada joins Scouter Ken to discuss the new Profiles in Canada podcast that the national organization of Scouts in Canada has just launched. Each episode features an interview with a notable Canadian, some of who were even involved in Scouting in their youth!Guests to date include astronaut Chris Hadfield, former Justice Minister Allan Rock, and former Supreme Court Chief Justice Beverley McLachlin.Check out Profiles in Canada on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or find it on the Scouts Canada website!Shout-OutsKaelem has several shout-outs to offer, including:The Scouts Canada Marketing & Communications teamAll of the Profiles in Canada guests to dateAnd all of the podcast’s viewers and listeners.SubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffBe Our GuestRegister as a GuestSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex GrohlPack Light, Dream Big, by Jamboree Powell

Scouts Canada’s financial woes, Scouts in the UK look ahead...and one Scout’s project gets bigger than expected.News StoriesScouting’s future in the UK is driven by young people22 youth-led projects in 4 regions supported through Youth Empowerment FundBoy Scouts organization defeats appeals over $2.46 bln sex abuse settlementBeyond 2025: Preparing Our ResourcesBarrie teen earns top Scouts Canada award for cyber-safety projectSubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Paxtu becomes a heritage site, Messengers of Peace secures more funding...and Scouts rally to help in Argentina.News StoriesPLANETE: Scouts in Africa and Europe leading change in peace, gender, and sustainabilityMadagascar hosts vibrant and colourful 15th Africa Scout Day celebrationPaxtu designated as a unique World Guiding and Scouting Heritage SiteScouts to the Rescue: How volunteers in Argentina rallied for Bahia Blanca$50 million in renewed Messengers of Peace funding to increase impact of Scouting worldwideScouts worldwide pay tribute to Pope FrancisSome Scouts receive medical treatment after frigid West Point CamporeePrincess of Wales joins Scouts to showcase positive impact of spending time in natureCentenary celebrations planned for Chinley ScoutsScouts and Guides to Parade Through Harrogate for St George’s Day CelebrationSusie James is the Head of the Canadian contingent for the 26WSJCheck Out Gear, Check into Adventure! The Gear Library is OPEN!SubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Scouts celebrate Founders Day, Girl Scouts mark Girl Scouts Day...and Canadian Scouts plant trees.News Stories10,000 Scouts gather in Nyeri, Kenya to commemorate Founders DayScouts Canada and Canada’s Forest Trust plant trees for your futureGirl Scouts hit with lawsuit over alleged heavy metals, toxins in its cookiesWhat is National Girl Scouts Day?Scouts help remove Hurricane Helene debris from Damascus creekScouts to hold food driveSubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Scouts Canada is piloting a new “Early Years” section starting this September: Chipmunks!Podcast TopicsScouter Ken is joined by Heather Ferguson and Ruchi Manikthala from Scouts Canada to discuss the recently-announced Chipmunk Scouts, which is now the official name of the “Early Years” program offering that Scouts Canada will begin piloting this September.Building off of what The Scout Association did with Squirrel Scouts, Chipmunks will welcome youth 4-5 years old into an introductory Scouting program, involving parents and – hopefully! – driving more recruitment of both youth and adult volunteers.Learn More: All About ChipmunksMarch 1st, 2025 11:30 AM EST - Register 11:30 AM PST - RegisterMarch 7th, 2025 6:30 PM EST - Register 6:30 PM PST - RegisterAnd if your group wants to volunteer to run one of the pilot Chipmunks sections, express your interest using this form.SubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffBe Our GuestRegister as a GuestSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Scouts Canada announces “Chipmunks”, Scouts in France spot fires...and UK Scouts hike, hike, hike.News StoriesThe Early Years Pilot ProgramBig News for Little Adventurers: Introducing Chipmunks!Scouts on Watch: 45 Years of Partnership with Firefighters to Fight Wildfire RisksDunbartonshire Scouts see record-breaking year for membersScouts from Haringey complete extreme Challenge EventScouts from Croydon complete 30KM challenge eventScouts from Islington and Highbury complete extreme challenge eventBerkshire Scouts complete 30km challenge hikeScouts from Bristol complete 50KM Challenge EventScouts from Enfield complete extreme Challenge EventSubscribeFollow Us and SubscribeSupportHit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff StuffSend FeedbackEmail Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a ReviewMusicUpbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

WOSM is looking for a new Secretary General, Scouts in BC help out after a fire...and Scouting America is official. News Stories Become our next Secretary General! Youth Leadership Fuels Recovery in Lytton, BC The Boy Scouts of America soon to become Scouting America Boy Scouts see a small membership uptick after rebrand to Scouting America Girl Scouts of Colorado says it’s in danger of losing millions in revenue during King Soopers strike Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

How Venturer Scouts from the 23rd Nepean Scout Group kept their heads during the Jasper wildfire evacuation. Podcast Topics Scouter Ken is joined by Cadence James (National Youth Commissioner for Scouts Canada, and a Rover Scout with the 23rd Nepean Scout Group), Molly Prevost (another Rover Scout with the 23rd), and Foster Millett (a Venturer Scout with the 23rd) to discuss their trip to Jasper National Park...which saw them arrive just prior to the massive wildfire that devastated much of the area. It’s a story that Scouts Canada has retold in a few places already, highlighting the resilience of the youth and the attitude of preparedness that Scouting equipped them with. All of that comes out in the conversation, as does the value of being able to find the good in a crisis situation. Programming Note: The podcast is going to shift its production schedule a bit for 2025. There will probably be just one full-length episode per month, with shorter news & PSA episodes filling in the other weeks. Shout-Outs Cadence’s shout-outs include Lucas Normandeau and Krystal Reid (both with Cascadia Council), Willa Holmes (from Northern Lights Council), and all the Venturers and Scouters who came on the trip. Molly and Foster’s shout-outs include all the Scouters who came on the trip: Mike Hubbard, Brian Bezaire, John James, and Devin Morrison. Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Be Our Guest Register as a Guest Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Scouts in Guyana celebrate 115 years, Girl Scouts discontinue cookie flavours...and some good news about a Scout property. News Stories Neckerchiefs are here! There isn’t a storefront page on the podcast website yet, but we’ll get one in place soon. Uganda Scouts Provide Clean Water to Over 6,000 People Girl Scouts kick off 2025 cookie season Girl Scouts Plan to Discontinue Two Iconic Cookie Flavors in 2025 Lions support Sudbury camp run by Scouts Canada Scouts training to assist maritime schools Volunteering with Scouts Scouts club left ‘uneasy’ after trailer stolen 115 Years of Scouting in Guyana: A Legacy of Leadership and Environmental Action Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Scouts go walking for JOTA-JOTI, Scouts in Brazil celebrate 100 years...and UK Scouts help name new beavers. News Stories Scouts walk 70,000km for the planet during JOTA-JOTI 2024 JOTA-JOTI 2024: Record-breaking year of connections and green action Scout Centenary in Brazil Illuminates the Christ the Redeemer Wilton Scouts BSA Troop 125 Continues War Memorial Wreath Tradition The Boy Scouts inspired Norman Rockwell. His works will now help pay abuse survivors Scouts launch volunteering programme with HSBC UK to help more young people learn key money skills Liam Burns: Badges and Program Changes Baby beavers first born in 400 years named by pupils and scouts Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Finding opportunities to meet Scouts from around the world. Podcast Topics Scouter Ken is joined by Ethan Coudenys, a Scouter and Rover from Paris, Ontario, and the Head of Contingent for the Scouts Canada group heading to the 17th World Scout Moot, which will take place in Portugal in mid-2025. In addition to discussing the Moot and other larger international events, though, Ken and Ethan discuss how to do international Scouting at a more personal level, both online and when traveling abroad. (Bring extra neckers!) Links 17th World Scout Moot Canadian Contingent Expression of Interest Form Scouts Canada International Events Shout-Outs Not so much shout-outs as apologies to Zane, Ryder, and Si...all of whom put in requests for stickers. They’re in the mail! Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Be Our Guest Register as a Guest Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

WOSM Secretary General steps down, Scouts react after disasters...and JOTA-JOTI brings Scouts together over the air & Internet. News Stories Scouts unite for urgent disaster relief around the world Libya Hosts Arab Scout Moot: A Celebration of Discovery and Rich Heritage for Arab Youth Alhendawi announces decision to depart as Secretary General of World Scouting following a transformational tenure Scouts lead actions to protect beaches and promote responsible tourism Over 60 Representatives from European Scout Organizations Gather in Greece for the 2nd European Sustainability Forum Local Scouts return from World Brotherhood Camporee by land, sea JOTA-JOTI Blackburn Scouts asking for more volunteers to help explorer Girl Scouts USA hikes up its membership prices in an attempt to save its programs and services Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Scouts Canada CEO Liam Burns offers his thoughts on “Youth Led”, the Canadian Path, badges, and more. Podcast Topics Scouts Canada CEO Liam Burns joins Scouter Ken for a discussion about...well, a number of things. Although it was Liam’s blog post about Scouts Canada’s badge program – which rightly called out some of the shortcomings of the new badge program ushered in under the Canadian Path initiative – that precipitated this meetup, the actual conversation ranges over a variety of topics. From Squirrel Scouts to the concept of “youth led”, badges to program frameworks, and keeping Scouting going through the pandemic, it’s a wide-ranging conversation! Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Be Our Guest Register as a Guest Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Long-time Scouter and author James B Wood joins us to discuss his new book for current and prospective Scouting volunteers. Podcast Topics Scouter Ken is joined by James B Wood, a Scouter from the UK Scout Association. Having been “in the trenches” as a volunteer for many years, he took it upon himself to write a book - now out and available in print or on Kindle - for current and prospective Scouters alike, to offer them guidance on what to expect and how to navigate the challenges of leading Scouts. The book is called It’s Only an Hour a Week. Because we all know it is never just an hour a week, don’t we? About James Wood You can find out more about Scouter James on his website. He’s also on Twitter, Threads, Instagram, and Facebook. It's Only an Hour a Week is, again, available in print⁠ or on ⁠Kindle. Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Be Our Guest Register as a Guest Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Albania (re)joins WOSM, the UK gets a new Chief Scout...and the World Scout Conference happened. News Stories Scouting in Albania joins as the 176th Member Organization of World Scouting 2,000 Scouts gather for the opening of the 43rd World Scout Conference in Cairo 84 people join Scouting every hour: A decade of remarkable growth Scouts of China to host the 17th World Scout Moot in 2029 Denmark to host the 27th World Scout Jamboree in 2031 Boy Scouts explore sale of 500 acres of Sand Hill camp in Brooksville Local scout trailer stolen for the third time, parents and scouts disappointed Enniscorthy scouts to revive group after more than 30 years Scouts coffee cart earns £1.5k weekend profit Adventurer Dwayne Fields becomes new UK Chief Scout Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl

Why do Scouts wear neckerchiefs? Podcast Topics After far too long, Ken and Colin sit down for another chat, this time about neckerchiefs...arguably one of the most universal symbols of the Scouting movement. Scouts from around the world sport neckers – a short name they’re affectionately known by – at all manner of events, and trading neckers is a common sign of friendship at Scouting events. Shout-Outs Jon left us a tip, and some encouraging words, at Buy Me a Coffee. "Thanks for the podcast. I hope you can find a way to produce more of them." Thanks, Jon! Hopefully you’ve been enjoying the latest episodes. Subscribe Follow Us and Subscribe Support Hit the Tip Jar | Scouting Stuff Stuff Be Our Guest Register as a Guest Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Discord | Telegram | Leave Us a Review Music Upbeat Rock (Good News), by Alex Grohl