Inside the August 2025 Issue

Here’s what you’ll find inside the August 2025 issue of Scout Life magazine. Remember, many articles are only available to subscribers and are not available online.

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AUGUST 2025 FEATURES

PICKING UP THE PIECES

When disaster strikes, Scouts jump into action — even if they’re impacted.

• Scouts Help Their Communities After Devastating Disasters

THE NATURE CREW: GARTER SNAKES ARE REPTILES WITH A ‘SMILE’

Garter snakes are some of the best-known snakes. But why are they called garter snakes?

• Garter Snakes Are Reptiles With a Smile

WATERLOGGED WEEKEND

This troop fit whitewater rafting, caving and tubing into one exciting outing.

• Scouts Float a River and Explore a Cave in Tennessee

WALK THIS WAY … OR THAT WAY

Finding the right path can be tricky, but orienteering skills can help.

• Troop Learns New Skills on Challenging, Fun Campout

SCOUTING AROUND: HOT TO SOLDER

If you want to learn how to repair electronics, this is a good place to start.

• Visit the Scouting Around blog

SUMMER 2025 VIDEOGAMES

Switch 2, Pokémon Legends: Z-A and more!

• Summer 2025 Videogames: Switch 2, Pokémon Legends: Z-A and More!

AND MORE!

Look for the regular score of comics, jokes, games, Scouts in Action and more! Only in the August 2025 issue of Scout Life!

• Wacky Adventures @Scout Life
• Pee Wee Harris
• Scouts in Action
• More S.I.A.