Scouting has Advantages

I have often been asked about why I am such a fan of Scouting -- both Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. Well, tonight I learned about a research study conducted by Baylor University titled, "Merit Beyond the Badge," that is really worth a read. You can find the study by going to this BSA web site.

Among other things, this study says Eagle Scouts are more likely to:

• Exercise for 30 minutes each day
• Attend concerts, plays, or live theater
• Read books
• Be involved in their community, neighborhood, and church
• Have good relationships with family and co-workers
• Donate time and money to various organizations
• Vote in elections
• Treat people with respect
• Show respect for the American flag
• Be leaders at the office or in the community

I could go on, but the point is that Scouting has definitely prepared these young men and set them on a different path than those who do not participate. I think that is well worth my time and energy. Plus, I get to know these young men and build relationships with them and their families. That, for me, is one of the best aspects of Scouting. I have met so many great people through this organization.

So, if you are at all interested in Scouting or you question if it is right for you, I urge you to check out beascout.org or any of the links I have placed in this article. These are good places to start learning about Scouting. 

And if you have any questions, please let me know. I will answer what I can or point you to those who know more than I do -- and there's a lot of those people out there.

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SCOUTStrong was a blast

This morning we ran the SCOUTStrong 5K. It was a fun run, with great weather, and lots of good people.

Unofficial times:
Son - 00:28:51
Me - 00:31:05

We also decided to set a goal: next year we run the 1/2 marathon instead.

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Ready for SCOUTStrong!

Over lunch I went out to Sporting Park and picked up the SCOUTStrong Challenge race packets for my son and me. I have not been out in the area for quite some time and I've never been up close to the arena. I have to say it is an impressive building ... and I never got inside the place.

The folks out there were great and you can already feel the energy behind this event. If you've got Scouting in your past, are currently involved with Scouting, or just need something really cool to do tomorrow morning, come on out! Things get started with the 1/2 marathon at 07:30 and the 5K at 07:45.

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