How to Make a Solar-Powered Oven for Outdoor Cooking
Take outdoor cooking to the next level with this homemade solar cooker.
Hobbies & Projects
Hobbies, projects, art and crafts. Get science project ideas, fun kids projects and great activities to do with children.
5 Easy Tips to Help You Snag a Free Baseball at a Game
How often have you gone to a baseball game hoping to catch a ball that goes into the stands? It's not as hard as it seems.
How to Build a PVC Sprinkler for Summertime Fun
Cool off with this backyard summertime sprinkler system that you can build yourself.
5 Homemade Gifts for Father’s Day
Father's Day is coming up. Show dad you care with a do-it-yourself gift.
6 Handmade Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
Learn how to make a homemade purse, a key chain, mosaic steppingstones, a clock and more!
How to Fold Your Own Pocket-Sized Joke Books
Never be without your favorite jokes again. Download, print and fold these fun pocket-sized joke books to take with you.
Learn Morse Code With This Morse Translator and Decoder
Use this helpful tool to translate between morse code and text.
10 Tips to Become a Chess Champ
If you want to be a chess champ, it'll take lots of learning and lots of practicing. Here are 10 tips to get you started.
How to Easily Take Fingerprints With Household Items
You can take fingerprints using a pencil, a sheet of paper and clear adhesive tape.
How to Use Lashings to Build a Comfortable Camp Chair
Relax around camp by lashing together a comfortable camping chair. It's easy if you have the pioneering skills.
How To Turn an Old Neckerchief Into a Drink Coaster
You can use an old neckerchief (or any fabric you like) to make a fun coaster for your drinks.
How to Make a Paper Fortune Teller
Learn how to fold this classic paper game and fill it with hidden messages.
Photo Gallery of Shark Pinewood Derby Cars
Shark Pinewood Derby cars are designed to intimidate the competition. Take a look at some of our favorites.
How to Use Old Magazines to Make Wall Art
Instead of getting rid of your old Scout Life issues, recycle them in a creative way!
How to Make a Pulk Sled for Backpacking in the Snow
Not only are sleds fun, but they're also a great way to carry gear in winter.
How to Make and Decorate Holiday Sugar Cookies
The holiday season is here! Celebrate with these sweet cookies that you can make and decorate yourself.
How to Make a Time Capsule
This indestructible PVC tube will keep your treasures safe for years.
How to Make a Clothespin Lamp
Add a fun touch to your room décor with this crafty clothespin lamp!
How to Do the 4 Thieves Card Trick
This simple magic trick is all about storytelling -- and a little sleight of hand. Learn how to do it with our step-by-step video.
How to Make a Fun Magnetic Wand
This fun magnetic device can help you increase coordination skills. Strengthen the small muscles in your hands and wrists as you create shapes and letters.
Take a Look at These Stunning Pinewood Derby Cars From 2022
These Pinewood Derby cars are amazing! Check out this photo gallery of creative Pinewood Derby cars sent to us by Scout Life readers.
How to Make a Rube Goldberg Machine
Here's how to build a complex contraption that uses a chain reaction to perform a simple task.
How to Use Yarn to Make a Pompom Snowman
Brighten your home this winter with a cute and crafty homemade snowman decoration!
Learn How to Draw a Bear From a Pro
Learn to draw a bear from an Oscar-nominated animator who worked on the Brother Bear movie.
How to Make a Hardware Chess Set
Use nuts and bolts from your tool chest to make this unique hardware chess set.
Improve Your Chess Skills With These 9 Expert Tips
Chess grandmaster and Eagle Scout Kayden Troff shares his nine tips to become a better player.
Combat Food Waste with These 5 Easy Recipes
Perfectly good food scraps get tossed in the trash when they can be used to help make another meal.
11 Tasty S’mores Recipes
There's no reason to mess with this classic camping dessert. But if you're feeling adventurous, here are 11 tasty S'more variations.
How To Make a Glow-in-the-Dark Galaxy Jar
This crafty project is also known as a calming jar, because it can help with stress relief.
How to Make a Plywood Carabiner
Use this simple, homemade wooden clip to secure your stuff.
How to Make 4 Cool Gifts for Father’s Day
Father's Day is coming up. Dad will be a happy guy with one of these cool gifts.
How to Make Your Own Board Game
Design and make your own board game to take family game night to the next level of fun.
How to Make an Origami X-Wing Fighter
Use these instructions to fold your very own Star Wars X-Wing ship.
5 Easy Gifts That You Can Make for Mom
Show you care by making mom a matchbox locket, sewing organizer, paperweight, artwork holder or pen holder.
How to Throw a Tomahawk and Hit a Target
Tomahawk throwing can be a rigorous yet rewarding activity. The secret to throwing tomahawks is "lots of practice and follow-through."
How to Make a Soap Carving
Embrace your creativity with soap carving, a fun and easy activity that will also improve your whittling skills.
These Incredible Pinewood Derby Cars From 2021 Will Inspire You
Check out these Pinewood Derby cars! Our photo gallery of creative cars is incredible. Take a look and then send us a photo of your 2021 Pinewood Derby car.
How to Preserve a Snowflake
Snowflakes usually melt before you can get a good look at them. Here’s how to preserve individual flakes so you can study them later.
How to Craft a Winter Wreath
Brighten up your home this winter by making your own wreath. Here's how.
How to Make a Hoop Greenhouse
It’s getting cold, so hoop it up! With a hoop greenhouse, you can grow food all winter and get a jump on spring planting.
How to Build a Cooking Tripod
Use your lashing skills to make this simple tripod to hang a pot over a cooking fire.
How to Make a First-Aid Kit for Your Dog
Being prepared with the right first-aid supplies could save your pup's life in an emergency.
Download a Scout Life Coloring Book
You're never too old to color, so grab some crayons or colored pencils and download our fun coloring book.
6 Things to Know About Launching Water-Bottle Rockets
Did you know you can launch a rocket in your backyard using only an empty plastic bottle, water and a launchpad?
How to Customize a Coffee Mug for Father’s Day
Give dad a cup full of love and warmth by customizing a coffee mug for him.
Download a Printable Paper Chess Set That You Can Make at Home
Play chess anywhere with this downloadable paper chess set. Just cut out the pieces and start playing!
How to Make a Homemade Photo Album for Mother’s Day
Highlight your favorite moments with mom by making her a photo album.
How to Make a Monarch Butterfly Habitat
To help out these beautiful monarch butterflies, you can build this protective habitat.
How to Make a Face Mask Using a Scout Neckerchief
Try these three easy methods to make a no-sew face covering using a T-shirt, a bandana or a Scout neckerchief.
10 Videos Guaranteed to Make You Smile
If you're bored, cooped up or just want to smile, check out these mood-boosting videos!