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Mitch · 10-28-2009, 08:16

Thanks for the comments – all I can say is that this was 50 years ago, believe me, I am over it – but for those of you who are still involved as adult leaders or members of various counsels, I am sure you have heard stories like mine before – but if not, just remember, that 50 years from now, some FOG may be talking about scouts, just like I am – that would be an unnecessary tragedy.

Boys are so eager to emulate their adult leaders - that's why Scouting, good scouting is so valuable for those that get a fair shake – it comes from enlightened leadership. The period of time that boys are introduced into scouting is one of the most critical times of their lives, they can be shaped and molded into most anything at that time – they can become Eagle Scouts or Suicide Bombers.

I have also been able to put this experience in proper perspective – this was a rotten troop with rotten leadership, It should have been taken down – these days, I am sure it would be.

10-28-2009, 08:16	#47
Mitch Quiet Professional Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Texas, near Cow Town Posts: 351	Thanks for the comments – all I can say is that this was 50 years ago, believe me, I am over it – but for those of you who are still involved as adult leaders or members of various counsels, I am sure you have heard stories like mine before – but if not, just remember, that 50 years from now, some FOG may be talking about scouts, just like I am – that would be an unnecessary tragedy. Boys are so eager to emulate their adult leaders - that's why Scouting, good scouting is so valuable for those that get a fair shake – it comes from enlightened leadership. The period of time that boys are introduced into scouting is one of the most critical times of their lives, they can be shaped and molded into most anything at that time – they can become Eagle Scouts or Suicide Bombers. I have also been able to put this experience in proper perspective – this was a rotten troop with rotten leadership, It should have been taken down – these days, I am sure it would be. __________________ Mitch
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