Category Archives: Scouts Motto

Are You Ready for Natural Disasters?

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Troop113

The 1911 BSA Handbook states …The motto, “Be Prepared,” means that the scout is always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do his duty. To be prepared in mind, by having disciplined himself to be obedient, … Continue reading →

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Ben Franklin on Self Discipline

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Troop113

An article from “Business Insider” was brought to my attention.  It was penned by Thea Easterby last April and titled “14 Lessons From Benjamin Franklin About Getting What You Want In Life” — to see the original article click here. … Continue reading →

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Devotional – Be Prepared, but Duty to God Comes First: Lessons from Asa of Judah for Scouts & Scouters

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Troop113

[This devotional/scoutmaster minute was delivered at our Court of Honor program last night] Asa was the third king of the Kingdom of Judah and the fifth king of the House of David (great-grandson of Solomon)1.  Asa started his reign by … Continue reading →

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Devotional – Be Prepared

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Troop113

The scout motto is “Be Prepared”.  What do you think this means in practical day to day terms? The 1911 BSA Handbook offers this guidance on the motto: “The motto, ‘Be Prepared,’ means that the scout is always in a … Continue reading →

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