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Where Nature and Technology coexist

It’s been more than 40 years since I first became a Boy Scout and in that time, the advances in technology have been tremendous with the introduction of solid state components, the advancement of micro...

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Circle B Bar Reserve seeks student volunteers for Aug. 16

It’s never too early to start earning community service hours for a scholarship, school graduation requirements, or for fulfilling a service requirement for Boy Scouts advancements. School’s not in...

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Black bean brownie bars for the trail will blow you away

I readily admit that I wrote the headline for this article purely for a good chuckle. So laugh now because the jokes will eventually give way to “ewwws” and “blechs” from the non-believers. I’ll do my...

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Backpacking 101 Clinic Aug 8 at Tenoroc

Going in to its third year, the free Backpacking 101 clinic sponsored by the Florida Trail Association’s Heartland Chapter is returning to Lakeland’s Tenoroc Fish Management Area on Saturday, August 8...

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Hiking vs. Backpacking: a footwear guide

I have been following my Ohio nephew’s journeys on the Appalachian Trail with great envy. Matt, his brothers-in-law, Stephen and Tim, and their pal, Jeremy, have been taking on the trail, one section...

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How a flat tire provided inspiration for servant leadership in the outdoors

What does a flat tire have in common with servant leadership in the outdoors? I was at my favorite little tire shop in West Tampa, getting a flat tire repaired that had taken on a nail in the road,...

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A Scout is Thrifty: 8 ways to save money on new outdoor gear

Autumn is closing in fast, and with that comes cooler weather and the need for many to consider some new outdoor equipment. Scouts who just grew half a foot over the summer will need new clothes,...

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Hunting on public lands require awareness for trekkers

The recent bear hunting permit frenzy made me stop to think about the fact that hunting in the state of Florida is really a year-round activity. Wild hogs, rabbits, possum, coyotes, beavers, skunks,...

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New BSA Guide to Advancement better for EDGE method

Every two years the Boy Scouts of America publishes its manual of best practices and rules for advancement. The downloadable 2015 Guide to Advancement may be my favorite version in a long time because...

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Multitool for youth a ‘leap’ forward in safety

There are three things almost every kid loves about Scouting: fire, shooting sports, and knives. All three command discipline, adult supervision, and safety education. My father gave me my first knife...

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