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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.

Cool Jobs: Film Sound Engineer

It takes lots of people to perfect a movie, including those who make sure the dialogue sounds just right.

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.

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.

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?

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.

Did this Troop Backpack Into a Whole New World?

Lava caves, rare plants and stark scenery — is this troop on another planet?

Even at Yosemite, Prepare to Be Flexible!

One troop makes the most of a chilly Yosemite surprise.

Read ‘The King of Mazy May’ by Jack London

When this story first appeared in the March 1911 edition of Boys' Life, Jack London was already a famous writer. More than 100 years later, his work still lives on.

Have the Time of Your Life at These 8 Exciting Scout Camps

Get ready for summer camp! Make plans to visit one of these great Scout camps.

Discover the Spirit of Philmont With a 21-Day Adventure Like This One!

It’s the ultimate experience in Scouting’s ultimate location!

Move Over Summer Camp: Scouts Have a Blast at Blizzard Camp

Earn merit badges, learn how to handle the cold and bond with friends at winter camp.

14 Funny and Unusual College and Pro Sports Mascots

Not all mascots are ferocious, intimidating beasts. An artichoke? A bison? A banana slug? Here are some wacky sports mascots.

Backpacking the Mad River: A Decades-Old Scouting Tradition

Backpacking along California's Mad River is a challenging, rewarding experience. Just Be Prepared to get wet.

How to Roast a Turkey on a Tripod

Troop 66 uses a tripod, a chain and lots of aluminum foil to roast turkeys at their annual Thanksgiving campout. Here's how they do it.

How to Make Dutch Oven Corn Bread

Try this easy recipe for delicious Dutch oven corn bread.

How to Bake Pumpkin Spice Cake in a Dutch Oven

Try this easy recipe for baking Pumpkin Spice Cake in a Dutch oven.

Make Fire Cracker Cider for a Tasty Holiday Drink

Use cinnamon candies and apple juice to make Troop 203's Fire Cracker Cider.

Making Your List? Here are 19 of the Best Toys, Games and Gadgets of 2019

Get the scoop on what's flying, racing, bouncing and lighting up on the toy scene this season.

Favorite Recipes From Troop 66 and 203

Here are some of the favorite camping recipes from Troop 66, West Suffield, Conn., and from Troop 303, Windsor, Conn.

Youth Leaders Join Forces for SEAL Training

Sea Scout advanced leadership training (SEAL for short) is for the best of the best. A group of Sea Scouts from across the country — all of them leaders in their own ships

The Only Way to Truly Experience the Largest Swamp in the Country

Crew 62 explores a unique environment that many have seen on TV or in movies but few ever get to experience in person.

Meet the 7 Species of Sea Turtles

Sea turtles are some of the most ancient and fascinating creatures around, their oldest ancestor having shared Earth with dinosaurs 120 million years ago. Today, seven