The Scouting Expedition Podcast
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Introducing “The Scouting Expedition Podcast” courtesy of the Cascade Pacific Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
Why a Podcast?
During COVID, we needed a way to spread ever-changing news on an ongoing basis in a way that could be easily digestible for our Scouts, leaders, and volunteers. We launched “Wednesday Webinars” which folks could listen to or watch live (since we were all at home) or recorded. These covered the latest news and a main topic for the week. And we learned a lot: first many folks appreciated the topics and ability to listen or watch “the news” (instead of reading a long newsletter) and, second, we needed to have better distribution that was easier to digest and a better quality product.
What to Expect
This is more than just a webinar or podcast. It’s an adventurecast!
We’ll share stories and insights about the lifelong adventure, real-world grit, and personal growth only found through Scouting here in the CPC. We’ll have guests indoors at the new studio but also head outdoors to meet those that make the Scouting Expedition come to life for thousands of local youth here in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Featured Episodes
Meet “Badger” Our New Merit Badge Counselor System
Following the latest news, we'll introduce you to "Badger", our new Merit Badge Counselor Management System. Our Eagle & Advancement Processor Michelle Baumann and Support Services Specialist Ben Wiggins walk merit badge counselor and CPC Director of Marketing,...
Eagle Scout Earns Every Merit Badge & then Some
Meet Aaron Abrahamsen, a CPC Eagle Scout who has not only earned our highest rank but also EVERY single merit badge on the docket for a total of 138 plus 7 Silver Palms and 1 Gold Palm. Aaron has also earned the prestigious National Medal for Outdoor Achievement. This...
Wilderness Survival Tips, Tricks & Tools with Brett Stoffel
Following this week's newscast, the CPC Scouting Expedition welcomes Brett Stoffel of Outdoor Safe and Emergency Response International with his lifesaving tips, tricks, and tools to survive in the great outdoors. Brett’s background includes being an aircraft...
Meet Scoutmaster Jo Istook from Girl Troop 5339
On this week's Scouting Expedition, we get to hear from one of the inaugural girl troop Scoutmasters, Jo Istook. Though Jo had son's in the program already, she and her daughter (who is now an Eagle Scout!) were thrilled at the chance to join Scouts BSA in Scouting...
Meet Eagle Scout Caitlyn Kreuzer
Prepare to be inspired and learn why being a Scout in Scouting America can have a lasting impact on today's youth! On today's episode of the Scouting Expedition Podcast, we chat with Eagle Scout Caitlyn Kreuzer. Plus, we'll have the latest news and important deadlines...
Meet 3 Eagle Scout Girls from Troop 5194
On today's Scouting Expedition, prepare to be inspired with an open, honest conversation with three young women who recently achieved our highest advancement rank: Eagle Scout. Following our latest news update, they'll share what it's been like to be some of the first...