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Gateway to Scouting

by Kevin Sibona

Whether you’re a new Scouting Volunteer, a seasoned Unit Leader, or just interested in what Scouting America has to offer your child, Gateway to Scouting has something for you. Join me, your host Kevin, sometimes solo, sometimes with notable guests, as we explore the world of Scouting and all that it involves. Everything from registering a new youth to the challenges we all face within the program, and outside it, we discuss how Scouting impacts everything we do, in and out of the uniform.

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Episodes

  1. S1 EP6: Recruitment & Retention

    Recruitment and retention are important to every unit, but what are some ways to go about it? When should you be recruiting, and what can you do to keep the Scouts and adults you have? We discuss all this, and more, in this episode. We have a Discord server here! Come join us! Find us on Spotify,...

  2. S1 EP5: What CAN Happen At A Pack Meeting?

    Pack Meetings can happen in many different ways. Join us as we explore some of the options and see if anything sounds interesting to you, so you might want to try it with your unit. Want more information about Scouting America? Click here! We have a Discord! Come join us here! Find us wherever…

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  3. S1 EP4: What Happens at a Troop Meeting?

    Your child has just joined a Scouts BSA Troop. Now what? Listen as I guide you through what happens from the time you show up until the time all the tables and chairs are put away, and the lights turn off. There's not much for an adult to do at a Troop Meeting, but what happens after might be…

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  4. S1 EP3: What Happens at a Den Meeting?

    If you're new to Scouting and are wondering what is going on at that first Den meeting, or you're a new adult leader and are wondering what you should be doing at your first meeting, join me as I go over a few things to prepare yourself for. We talk about time management, being courteous, and…

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  5. S1 EP2: Registering New Members

    Registering new members can be tricky, especially if you are unsure of the process. Whether you are the New Member Coordinator, or the one registering the new member, I go over some tips to hopefully make it smoother. I also go on a tangent and talk about adult leader training and why it is...

  6. S1 EP1: What is Scouting America?

    In this week's episode, we explore what Scouting America is, what the different units and sub-units are, how adults can get involved, and how to join a unit near you. For more information about Scouting in your area, visit www.beascout.org Find us on Facebook for news and updates! Join our…

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  7. Episode 0: An Introduction

    In this Episode 0, I introduce myself, the podcast, and the aim of all of this. I talk briefly about some topics I would like to cover and a bit about my experience as a registered Adult Leader in Scouting America. This is a short episode, intentionally, so you can learn a bit about me and this...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Whether you’re a new Scouting Volunteer, a seasoned Unit Leader, or just interested in what Scouting America has to offer your child, Gateway to Scouting has something for you. Join me, your host Kevin, sometimes solo, sometimes with notable guests, as we explore the world of Scouting and all that it involves. Everything from registering a new youth to the challenges we all face within the program, and outside it, we discuss how Scouting impacts everything we do, in and out of the uniform.

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Kevin Sibona

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How many episodes does Gateway to Scouting have?

Gateway to Scouting currently has 8 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Gateway to Scouting about?

Whether you’re a new Scouting Volunteer, a seasoned Unit Leader, or just interested in what Scouting America has to offer your child, Gateway to Scouting has something for you. Join me, your host Kevin, sometimes solo, sometimes with notable guests, as we explore the world of Scouting and all that...

How often does Gateway to Scouting release new episodes?

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Who hosts Gateway to Scouting?

Gateway to Scouting is created and hosted by Kevin Sibona.
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