Just interested in what people feel about this subject?
When I was a kid, being a Boy Scout was something to be proud of. Now it's defunct, and ruined. Does anything exist that replaces it? I mean the things I learned in the Boy Scouts was invaluable. I learned how to survive in the wild, how to build shelter, build fire, find water, find food. I learned about self defense, self reliance, I made good relationships with other boys from the neighborhood..
It's just sad to think that's all gone. I don't have a son, but I do have a daughter. Do any of you know about good programs for either boys or girls? I really try to do my best; but I just feel like a separate program like I had when I was young, would be so beneficial. I know right now, being completely self reliant is in vogue "so to speak", but how does one go about finding the right people in the community? How does one find good people that can teach good values? So it costs a few bucks, that's okay by me, I just want to do good, and at times feel like I'm failing by not doing enough? not pushing enough maybe? I don't even know.
What are others here doing for their children, beyond just self reliance, and taking control of everything themselves? I feel like community has got to an important part of things, but I'm just so far away.. I don't know how else to describe it.
So again, any good programs you know of? Things on par with the Boy Scouts of old? Any advice on how to vet programs of these sorts? I hate that I have to double think anything, are these people predators? are they just more of "state indoctrination"? Really interested to hear what people here think. Thanks!
Since you can remember being a Boy Scout as a kid, earning merit badges for various tasks, etc., etc., what's to stop you from doing something similar for your daughter? I guarantee whatever you do for her, making special little handmade badges, etc., etc., will be many, many times more meaningful to her than what she might be able to accomplish in an organization.
The reason I say this, is I watched a YT video a while back. It was a humorous video about a father dropping his daughter off at school in his car, and him rolling down the passenger window and shouting out to her, "I love you SO MUCH, Mary!" over and over again, meant to embarrass her. She hid her face from her friends, telling her dad to stop, but he kept doing it over and over again. But this is not the important part of this story. I read the comments below, and girl after girl, woman after woman, all said the same thing: what they would have given to have their own fathers embarrass them like this in front of their peers. As much as young girls complain about their parents (especially their dads), they yearn for this attention and love. To have a father do something embarrassing like this was a symbolic badge a girl can pin on her imaginary vest, proving to everyone else how loved she really is. In this day and age of cell phones and anonymity, a proof such as this is more meaningful than anything else.
Demonstrate your love, and everything else will fall into place.
This is a great idea, and what a wonderful bonding experience. Just get some old boy scout books, do the steps for the badges and make your own badges and awards. I love this idea.
Look into 4H. It's much more than just livestock. I know every state and county is different but ours offers a shooting club, archery club, and a fishing club. The volunteer leaders are wonderful and a true community.
The BSA is alive and well here in Ashland County Ohio....
Ashlanddog, always good to hear from you. So is it? The feeling I get is BSA has been decimated, maybe I'm just reading to far into some news stories. But anyways, any programs for girls you can think of that are worth a look?
...once again, I can only tell you what I can see...
...The Girl Scouts are alive and well here in Ashland County, and making sure that my freezer is well stocked with Thin MInts and Do-Si-dos....
,,.howls....
Girl Scouts promote leftist causes and have given planned (un)parenthood access through their national website.
Went to Girl Scout event a few weeks ago with our local council (Florida) and a woman was teaching the girls about 2030 WEF sustainability goals. 🤮
...not here...
Keep telling yourself that....
https://girlscoutswhynot.com/
...I personally know and am involved with what is being presented to our boy and girl scouts...
...the national committee has no control over what we teach our scouts here in Ashand County....
My husband and I have been scout leaders for almost 20 years in VA. We were opposed to girls joining BSA but we have accepted it, and my granddaughter has been in it for 3 years now. She's well on her way to receiving her Eagle. She is in a girl Troop and my grandson is in a boy Troop. My son is an Eagle Scout since 2017. Nothing much has changed. We've been teaching the basics for 20 years now, and the young girls are hungry to learn just like the boys. Youth protection is huge because of the past crap from 30 years ago, but no parent should leave their child in the care of anyone without major oversight boy or girl. Find a Troop become a leader and make that journey with your daughter. No other organization can compare to the BSA as far as teaching skills in my honest opinion. She has to be 11 to join a Troop, so if you're interested take the time to check out your local Troops and when it's time sign her up. Good luck!
...I was amiss to forget 4H, another mainstay here in Mayberry....
https://www.traillifeusa.com/
It is an important function. Maybe the military can sanction something interesting for younger people who want to earn badges for accomplishment.
Yeah, that feeling of accomplishment and actually earning something is probably one of the most important pieces that I just couldn't properly express. Earning merit badges, and working toward a goal were certainly very formative for me personally
Make it a nonprofit and hire Vets where ever possible. They can take them camping in Winter. That's when you earn some badges.
...the military is currently a wee bit too woke for my tastes....
Point taken. I'm sure finding suitable candidates will be fine. YouTube is full of Winter Camping videos.
...my friend is taking his Troop to the U.P. this week...
That's fun. Camping can be a great experience. I think every urban dweller should camp for at least one weekend then you'll see how cushy your life is and fight for your freedoms properly.
You might look into American Heritage Girls.