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How to Write a BLOG

 

!                  The headline should catch the reader’s attention in 3-6 words, be accurate

and in the present tense.

 

!                  The first sentence needs to be short and dramatic.  Surprise your

reader!  Make them curious. Make it a WOW!

Example – I jumped into the pool,  fully clothed, long sleeved shirt and long pants, sink or float!

 

!                  Remember to use the 5 W’s – who is involved; what happened; when

did it happen; where and, most important, why?

§         Example – I was learning a swim survival technique (WHAT) with Jamesburg Boy Scout Troop 54 (WHO) at the YMCA pool in Princeton (WHERE).  Our troop takes the swim test every year to hone our swimming skills  to prepare for our trips during the year. (WHY) 

 

!                  Be accurate - get your facts correct. Use action verbs wherever possible.  

           Avoid clichés – find new ways to describe familiar people and events

 

!                  Keep the article brief – don’t bore your reader and don’t make it too

complicated to understand.  Fill in your BLOG story. Use a couple of paragraphs that elaborate upon your story.  Include quotes, thoughts or feelings you had during the event.  Keep the paragraphs short and simple.  Avoid run on sentences.  Only use first names and last initials for scouts (e.g. Peter J.) and last names for leaders (e.g. Mr. Jones).

 

!                  Write a summary paragraph.  Summarize the story and your impression of   

           the event.

!                  Insert one-three photos from the event

 

!                  Edit your work – check for spelling and grammar errors yourself! – then  

                      ask an adult to edit your work.

 

!                  Submit your blog to the Scoutmaster for review and posting on the Troop    

           54 web page.

 
Internet Safety

Computers allow access to a vast amount of knowledge. By logging onto the Internet, you can contact sources of information around the world and download material about any subject. You might already be using the Internet for schoolwork, hobbies, or simply for enjoyment. You can also develop online friendships with Scouts anywhere on the globe.

Your responsibility

For all of its benefits, though, the Internet can also present hazards you should know about and avoid. Most people using the Internet are friendly and honest. However, there are some who use the Internet to take advantage of others. There are also Web sites with content that is unsuitable for young people. Use the following guidelines to protect your privacy and gain the most good from your time online:

Whenever you go online...
(1) Don't respond to inappropriate messages or Web sites. If you stumble across information or images that you don't understand, it's OK to talk about it with your parent or guardian;
(2) Don't share information such as your address, telephone number, school name, or your parents' work address or telephone number, and never send any photos via the Internet unless you have permission; and
(3) Never agree to meet anyone who has contacted you online, unless your parent or guardian goes with you.

Cyber-bullying

Another hazard of the Internet is called the cyber-bully. A cyber-bully uses electronic communications such as the Internet to harass, threaten, and harm others. Some tactics that cyber-bullies use include dissing (spreading damaging gossip about a person), harassment (repeatedly sending hateful messages), and impersonation (pretending to be someone else and posting damaging information to harm another's reputation).

If you feel you are the victim of a cyber-bully, do not retaliate. Ask the cyber-bully to stop. Do not make your message aggressive or emotional. Let the bully know that you will take other steps if the abuse does not stop. If that does not help, tell your parent or guardian right away. Cyber-bullies can't be seen when they are online; this gives them a false sense of security. What they don't know is that they can be found out, caught, and even punished.

The best way to protect yourself is to be a good online citizen. Don't post information that could be used against you or other people. Stay away from sites that tolerate and encourage bullying. Be kind online.

Source: 2008 Boy Scout Handbook

Online Games

  • Pedro’s Space Adventure 2
    Pedro must recover his trapped spaceship! With only his miracle Mail Bag to boast of, Pedro must battle baddies, unlock levels, and find power ups to free that ship. We've got to get next month's Boys' Life delivered!
  • Eagle Scout Pinball
    Use the flippers to keep the ball in play. If you have enough skill and luck, you'll clear the board and advance to the next rank.
  • Pee Wee’s Scramble Camp
    Battle the big bad bugs by keeping them away from your camp. You'll need quick wits and a good vocabulary.

Joke Of The Day

Hobby How To

  • An easy meal for camping
    An easy meal for camping: Wrap a hamburger patty, some frozen peas and diced potatoes in foil and place in your campfire until cooked.
  • Keep your peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwich
    Keep your peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwich from getting soggy by spreading peanut butter on both pieces of bread and then spreading the jelly in the middle.
  • When I go on camping trips
    When I go on camping trips, there are always some boys who stay up late and are really loud. I always bring foam earplugs so I can get a good night’s sleep. They also work great as bobbers the next day when we go fishing.

Gear

  • Waterproof headlamps
    Q. Dear Gear Guy, I was on a hike last weekend with my troop and accidentally dropped my flashlight in a stream. By the time I fished it out of the water it was dead and still doesn’t work. I need a new one and am wondering if anyone makes waterproof headlamps?
  • Slipping off bike pedals
    Q. My feet always slip off my bicycle pedals so I was wondering what gear I should buy?