Scoutmaster Minute, June 30, 2025
Last week at Summer Camp, I had the chance to connect with other Scoutmasters and learn about their troop dynamics. Some operate similarly to ours, with Scouts leading most activities, while others have more involved adults. One Scouter stood out to me. His troop has dwindled to five Scouts, he faces conflicts with his Committee Chair, and there are tensions among the Scouts. Additionally, he’s a single dad living with his parents while pursuing education to secure a better job. He’s juggling a lot! Instead of offering advice on troop management or conflict resolution, I realized he just needed someone to listen and be kind.
As Scouts, kindness is expected of us, not just when we know someone’s story or when they deserve it. We should be kind to everyone, always. Remember, “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.”