This week, while organizing some containers in my garage, I came across my Cub Scout Scrapbook. I'd entirely forgotten this, but found I had done a few scrapbooks back then. Another one was about the Cleveland Indians, my favorite baseball team. Did you make scrapbooks as a kid?
In 1960, I became a Cub Scout. The Cub Scouts were part of the Boy Scouts of America, offering boys aged 8–10 a vibrant program fostering personal growth and community values. There were four levels: Webelos (at the top), Bear, Wolf, and Lion ranks.
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| Me with brothers Don (L) and Ron (R) |
Scouting emphasized character development, citizenship, and outdoor skills through engaging, age-appropriate activities. Weekly den meetings and monthly pack gatherings built camaraderie, with boys earning badges for achievements like knot-tying, camping, and first aid. The program’s family-oriented approach encouraged parental involvement, strengthening bonds through events like the Pinewood Derby, where boys crafted and raced wooden cars. Cub Scouts promoted teamwork, leadership, and respect, rooted in the Scout Oath and Law, while outdoor adventures like campouts sparked a love for nature. Uniforms and ceremonies instilled pride and belonging, making Cub Scouts a positive, formative experience aimed at shaping boys into responsible, confident individuals.
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| My brother Ron (R) and I. |
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| (L to R) Don, myself and Ron. |
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| Probably my first "cover art" illustration. |
What were your scouting experiences like?
What years were you a Scout?
1 comment:
Great memories of youth.
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