How I Learned to Fly by Orville Wright
When Orville Wright wanted to tell the world of his and Wilbur's adventures, to which magazine did he turn? This one, of course. Read the article from our September 1914 issue.
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101 Funny Halloween Jokes and Comics
Happy Halloween! We dare you not to laugh at these funny and spooky comics and Halloween jokes.
Enter the 2023 Scout Life Toy-A-Day Giveaway!
Want to win some of the great stuff we review in the November 2023 issue? Here's your chance!
Making a List? Here Are Some of the Greatest Toys of 2023
Check out Scout Life's guide for some of the best toys and games of the year.
Vote for Your Favorite Futuristic AI Concept Car and Share Your Designs!
Check out these 10 futuristic concept cars, all designed using the magic of artificial intelligence.
Check Out These 4 Cool Concept Cars
You might see these vehicles -- or parts of them -- on the road one day.
15 Funny Wolf Jokes and Comics
If you've been howling for some side-splitting humor, we have fur-ociously funny wolf jokes that will make your tail wag uncontrollably.
Discover the Cool, Unusual Horned Lizard
What's that strange-looking creature? It's a horned lizard, one of the most unusual reptiles in the U.S.
Laugh at 30 Funny Fourth of July Jokes
Light the funny fuse on your Fourth of July celebration with these hilarious jokes from Scout Life readers.
40 Funny Jokes and Comics for Father’s Day
Want to give your dad something funny for Father's Day? Tell him a joke! Here are 40 great jokes about dads sent in by Scout Life readers.
The Great Summer Joke Challenge
Upload a video or audio of yourself cracking your best joke or submit a hand-drawn comic to really bring your joke to life!
How to Escape From a Rip Current
When caught in a rip current, don't panic and don't exhaust yourself trying to swim against the current. Here's what to do.
12 Funny Giraffe Jokes and Comics
Giraffe jokes will make you laugh for a long, long, long time! No need to stretch, these great jokes are head and shoulders above the rest!
5 Ideas To Help Prevent Crime in Your Neighborhood
Citizens, including youth, play an important role in crime prevention in the community.
30 Funny St. Patrick’s Day Jokes and Comics
Even if you remember to wear green on March 17, you'll still get a "pinch" of humor from these funny St. Patrick's Day jokes.
Eagle Scout Wins Famous Sled-Dog Race
Keep mushing! Brent Sass credits Scouting with helping him conquer Alaska's Iditarod.
Summer Will Be Tons of Fun at These 8 Awesome Scout Camps
Camp time! Be Prepared for summer fun at these eight Scout camps around the country.
6 African American History Makers
In celebration of Black History Month, here are a few African American leaders who helped pave the way for other athletes, aviators, journalists, astronauts and activists.
35 Funny Valentine’s Day Jokes and Comics
Even if you're not into love, romance and all that kissy stuff, you'll still love to laugh at these funny Valentine's Day jokes and comics.
Ho! Ho! Ho! Laugh at 100 Funny Christmas Jokes and Comics
Happy Holidays! Count down the days until Christmas with these funny Christmas jokes sent in by Scout Life readers.
6 Fast Facts About Blizzards
Here are six fun and interesting facts about blizzards.
50 Funny Thanksgiving Day Jokes and Comics
Happy Thanksgiving Day! Here's a plateful of Thanksgiving jokes that will make you thankful you have a funny bone.
Check Out the 22 Top Toys and Games of 2022
Here's Scout Life's annual guide to some of the best toys and games of the year.
Savor These 4 Scout-Approved Sweet Treats
Try these four tasty recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth on your next campout. Plus, send us your favorite dessert recipe!
Check Out These 7 Awesome Electric Vehicles
The push to produce more electric vehicles has revved up in recent years. Here are a few.
How To Get an Internship as a High School Student
Internships help you experience a behind-the-scenes look into jobs that interest you.
How to Be Cyber Safe (and Smart) on Social Media
Think twice -- or maybe even three times -- before you post that.
Explore Interesting Theme Trails Throughout the U.S.
Whether you love wildlife, food, paddling or more, there's a themed trail for you.
65 Funny Star Wars Jokes and Comics
May the farce be with you! Laugh at 65 funny Star Wars comics, jokes and puns that would even make Darth Vader chuckle.
Get Back to Nature at These 6 Amazing Scout Camps
It's time for another great summer at one of these cool Scout camps.
The World’s Fastest, Longest and Most Inspiring Zip Lines
Soar like Superman, zoom over oceans and rainforests, or zip by a volcano on some of the world’s coolest zip lines! Here are six of them.
Olympic Mascots Through the Years
Since 1968, it has been a tradition to have a mascot for each of the Olympic games. Take a peek at our photo gallery and then tell us your favorites.
Too Much to Do? Here Are 4 Steps For Getting Things Done
No matter how much you have to do, it's easy to get things done. Just follow this simple formula for success.
Making a List? Here Are 29 of the Best Toys and Games of 2021
Here are some of the top toys, games and gadgets to put on your list for this holiday season.
7 Crazy Animal Encounters in the World of Sports
Animals are cool. Sports are cool, too. But not at the same time! Check out these uninvited critters in the sports world.
Self-Driving Vehicles Are Becoming a Reality
Here are eight vehicles that are showing what the future of driverless cars might bring.
Read the Conclusion of ‘Off the Hook’ by Jeff Kinney
Part 1 and 2 of an exclusive summer camp story by the author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
25 Funny Mother’s Day Jokes
Make your mom laugh out loud with these funny Mother's Day jokes. Hint: They'd be great inside that homemade card that you're not going to forget to make for her!
How to Be Prepared For a Total Lunar Eclipse
There's a lunar eclipse coming on March 13 and 14, 2025, and you won't want to miss it.
Eagle Scout Brings Comic Book Worlds to Life
As the editor-in-chief, Dave Marshall oversees all the books published by Dark Horse Comics.
How to Get a Summer Job
Working a summer job will get you more than a few extra bucks. Here's how to find a summer job.
Go Beyond GORP With These 40 Tasty Trail Mix Ingredients
Trail mix doesn't have to be boring. Mix and match these ingredients to create your own perfect trail snack.
Let’s Go Camping Again at One of These Awesome Scout Camps
We know you're ready to return to summer camp. When you can, consider one of these six amazing Scout camps.
How to Earn Respect as a Leader
How do you become a good, responsible leader who commands respect from Scouts and adults alike? Here are a few tips.
Scouts Find Adventure on the Peace River (Spoiler: It Wasn’t Totally Peaceful)
Don't let the river's name fool you, Scouts saw alligators, shark teeth and more on this canoe trek.
28 Fun Toys for the 2020 Holiday Season
Making a list? Check out some of the latest and greatest from the toy world.
Read ‘Ghost Blade’ by Michael P. Spradlin
Cole loves hockey more than anything. But does he have what it takes to be a champ?
5 Things to Check Before Every Bike Ride
For a safe and fun bicycle ride, make sure you check and maintain these important parts of your bike.
10 of the World’s Most Impressive Trains and Railroads
Here are some of the world's fastest, most unusual and most innovative trains and railways.
Make a Splash at 5 of the Coolest Water Parks
Even if you can't get wet, these ride videos will help you experience the thrill of some of the nation's best water parks.