We realize with schools closed for extended periods, kids and families will be looking for educational and fun activities. These are great opportunities to review the depth of the Scouting program and work on badges not in your particular unit’s schedule. Remember that any electronic communication involving a youth member must adhere to BSA’s “two-deep” leadership policies, and Scouts should first complete their Cyber Chip to stay safe online.
Also, remember that it is still important to follow Youth Protection policies even through online meetings and Scouting activities. Here is a link to the BSA Online and Social Media Guidelines.
Scouts, be sure to talk to a parent or guardian before trying these at home.
Cub Scouts | Grade K-5
“Virtual Zoo” Activity Instructions
“Motor Away” Activity Instructions
“Games Tigers Play” Activity Instructions
“Picasso Self Portrait” Activity Instructions
“Outdoor Code & Leave No Trace” Activity Instructions
“Getting Knots Squared Away” Activity Instructions
The Importance of Washing Hands
Cub Scout Activities: Adventuring From Home Rank Challenges (blog)
Activity Videos:
Live Cameras at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Kim’s Game – Rudyard Kipling’s game
Bear Necessities- Build a Barometer
Scouts BSA | Grades 6-12
How to Boost Participation in Virtual Scout Meetings
The Importance of Washing Hands
“Getting Knots Squared Away” Activity Instructions
National Jamboree on the Internet
Activity Videos:
Doodles – Animation Merit Badge
Draw Every Day – Art Merit Badge
Learn to Splice – Pioneering Merit Badge
Cook a Meal for Your Family- Cooking Merit Badge
The Water Cycle- Weather and Environmental Science Merit Badge
Plan and Analyze Four Games- Game Design Merit Badge
Reinforce a Frame- Home Repairs Merit Badge
Conduct a Home Inspection- Home Repairs Merit Badge
Mime a Story- Theater Merit Badge
Free Activities for Families To Do At Home
Progress along the Cub Scout Advancement Trail
Watch TED Talks to get “ideas worth spreading”
Find a merit badge that you may want to earn
Listen to podcasts like CubCast or ScoutCast
Take advantage of the online learning opportunities for Scout leaders
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