[Cincinatus]

My Favorite Boy Scout poster, to support the Liberty Bonds campaign of the First World War:

[Vigilanteman]

We should all aspire to keep the promises made in the scout oath. Having salespeople who exemplify these qualities would bring any business owner peace of mind because those in sales are the face of the company. They are out in the field day after day representing the organization.

As a supply chain professional (the guy who makes major decisions in where company money gets spent) I can tell you that even in today's economy, price is not number one in deciding where we place our orders. Dependability is.

And sales people with scout oath training run circles around those who are blessed with the gift of gab and blowing smoke out of their wazoo in my book.

[KC Burke]

My Scout Master as a boy was a POW held by the Japanese in WWII. He didn’t talk about this detail of his history to the troop, but it became known to the older boys.

While not achieving Eagle myself, I spent 13 years as an adult Scouter taking my tow sons through the program and found it the most rewarding experience I had for that time.

[Iron Munro]

What a great thread!

It brings to mind the valuable experiences and many things learned in the Scouts that helped prepare me and my friends for adulthood.

Hiking, climbing mountains, NRA training and marksmanship, self reliance in the field, summer and winter camping skills, orienteering and survivsl, both self reliance and teamwork.

In times past here was no Gore-Tex or inexpensive light weight gear. Most of our gear was military surplus or home made. We knew how to pitch a shelter half and use a knife.

Most of us went on to serve in the military where we found that our Scout skills served us well.

[elpadre]

I made my Eagle in 1943 while my Dad was overseas. Then served in various roles, including Scoutmaster for many, many years. I loved every minute of it.

[reagan_fanatic]

In 1973, I went to the Boy Scout Jamboree in Idaho. It was a defining moment in my young life, and one I’ll never, ever forget.

To top it all off, Bob Hope was the headline entertainer, and I got to see him live.

Thanks, Mom & Dad, for the sacrifices you made so I could go!

[<1/1,000,000th%]

Good post!

[EternalVigilance]

[EternalVigilance]

[Figment]

Here’s to 1000 more if they continue to adhere to their principles

[Coleus]

I had some good times when I was in the Scouts...and learned plenty, too.

[nuke rocketeer]

I never was a Scout, but all 4 of my sons are Eagles.