Originally Posted By: barbakane
When my son is going for his whittling chip in the scouts, I'm going to get him a scout knife and have something engraved on the blade...maybe "do your best" or "be prepared".


Even better, volunteer as an adult leader for your scouts' unit. I have been with mine since they were tigers, and now one is a star Boy Scout and the other working on first class. I am their Scout Master, and we have a great time together. Quality time is priceless.