June 2026 Newsletter
A Note from the Founder – Celebrating Freedom 250 On July 4, 2026, the United States celebrates its 250th birthday. That’s an incredible milestone, and
June 1, 2026
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Did you love scouting as a kid? Hiking, camping, cooking, and first aid are useful skills for all ages and just because you are now an adult does not mean you should no longer indulge in the activities of your youth. Ever wanted to make gigantic bubbles? Taste chocolate from around the world? Learn cake decorating techniques, or how to shoot a bow and arrow? It is never too late.
Curiosity Untamed badges are the perfect format to keep your curiosity alive. Start a new hobby and learn something new every week. If you are a scout leader, earn badges, don’t just teach them. Get together with friends for unique outings and activities.
If you are interested in starting a formal club, check out our Clubs page. Forming an Adult Frontier Girls troop or a Co-Ed Quest Club lets you learn and experience new things in a social setting with other like minded adults. Anything goes, and if we don’t offer a badge on the topic you are looking for, we encourage you to help us write one!
iFor older participants, where physical or mental abilities may be diminished, Curiosity Untamed can provide a wide variety of ideas and activities for care givers to implement. Badge requirements can be used as is when possible, or adapted to the abilities of your participants. Work on the Gardening badge and put together small potted plants; work on the music badge and play music bingo; work on the antiques badge and take a trip to a local antique mall; the options are endless.
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