🎙️ Scout Group Traditions We Still Do TodayEvery Scout Group has them, those little traditions that quietly define who we are, shape our young people, and keep the Scouting spirit alive.In this episode, Mark, Max and Colin share the unique traditions still happening in their own Scout Groups, from ceremonies and rituals to those slightly quirky moments that somehow just stick year after year.We talk about:⚜️ Mark’s “Seal of Approval” during investitures⚜️ Cubs climbing to touch the Union Flag at the Scout Hall⚜️ Scouts ringing a brass bell at the end of the night🎲 And we share 3 Scout games you can use straight away in your programmeIt’s a relaxed, honest conversation between Scout Leaders about what makes each Group different and why these traditions still matter more than ever.💬 We’d love to hear yours, what traditions does your Scout Group still do?Drop them in the comments and join the conversation.🎙️ Big Man in the Woods PodcastThe weekly hangout for Scout Leaders who swap stories, share ideas, and keep the Scouting spirit alive.

Stuck for game ideas at the last minute? Don’t panic! All you need is a roll of duct tape. In this video, I dive into 6 incredibly simple, low-prep, and high-energy games that are perfect for Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs Scouts and Explorers.What we cover in this video: 🎯 Tape Tag: A sticky twist on a classic. 🕸️ The Spider Web: A team-building challenge that requires focus. 🏃 Line Jump: High speed, zero cost. ...and 3 more games your group will love!These games are perfect for rainy days in the hut or quick fillers during camp. No expensive gear, no long setup, just pure Scouting fun.Which one was your favourite? Drop a comment below and let me know if you have your own "Duct Tape Masterpiece" game!#Scouts #ScoutGames #DuctTapeHacks #ScoutLeader #BigManInTheWoods #LowPrepGames

On this week’s Scout Shed Live Catch-Up, we talked about how Scout Leaders can handle disagreements among Leaders without things escalating.We shared thoughts, experiences, and practical ideas for dealing with conflict while still keeping meetings positive, fun, and safe for everyone involved.We also discussed some games to play at Scouts this week, including:* Dragon’s Tail* Smelly Santa* The Keys Game…and why I personally don’t enjoy playing Kim’s Game!Catch the replay now before it becomes a Members Only video.#Scouting #ScoutLeader #Scouts #ScoutGames #ScoutLeaders #UKScouting