Tips for articles that will be read



  • Include a photograph of Scouts having fun that is close to the action.  A distant shot of a large group does not make a good picture.

  • Include who, what, where, why, how, and when

  • Use very few words to sell the excitement.  Short articles are more likely to be read.  Your great message may be lost if your long article is skimmed or ignored.

  • Be sure your article:
    1. Has correct information.  Double-check your date, time, place, cost, deadline, contact name, phone number, etc.
    2. Concurs with BSA and council policies.
    3. Speaks ill of no one and reinforces Scouting values.