True North » True North http://www.ptcmedia.net It has been my experience as a Scouter, that I have questions that I need answered, at the most inopportune times...late at night and on the weekends. What I did was look to the internet, and found a lot of great sites, but the first one that grabbed me as being scout-friendly, was PTC Media. As I listened to Chris, Steve and Jerry, I found the questions that I needed answered came in the form of the great PTC forums and the great PTC shows. I ventured, first into a blog, and then with some goading, into a podcast. As a Unit Commissioner, I brought some of the things that I learned to the internet, eventually turning that into a show about pointing your compass True North, with topics ranging from troop formation to webelos2scout transition. I hope that you enjoy my shows, and all of the other shows on PTC. Thanks Link/Feeds Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:09:33 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 ©PTC Media cubmasterchris@gmail.com (PTC Media) cubmasterchris@gmail.com(PTC Media) Kids and Family 1440 cub,scout,boy,bsa It has been my experience as a Scouter, that I have questions that I need answered, at the most inopportune times...late at night and on the weekends. What I did was look to the internet, and found a lot of great sites, but the first one that grabbed me as being scout-friendly, was PTC Media. As I listened to Chris, Steve and Jerry, I found the questions that I needed answered came in the form of the great PTC forums and the great PTC shows. I ventured, first into a blog, and then with some goading, into a podcast. As a Unit Commissioner, I brought some of the things that I learned to the internet, eventually turning that into a show about pointing your compass True North, with topics ranging from troop formation to webelos2scout transition. I hope that you enjoy my shows, and all of the other shows on PTC. Thanks PTC Media PTC Media scoutmaster.shawn@truenorthscouting.com No no http://www.ptcmedia.net/images/144x144tn.png True North http://www.ptcmedia.net 144 144 True North Show 25 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/06/true-north-show-25/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/06/true-north-show-25/#comments Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:22:20 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1942 1/4 of the way to 100…and still thirsting for scout knowledgeI go in depth about a post on the AHAW forum, telling my scouting story, so that you know that you’re not alone…

True North Show 25 is brought to you by Badge Magic

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/06/true-north-show-25/feed/ 0 30:53 1/4 of the way to 100...and still thirsting for scout knowledgeI go in depth about a post on the AHAW forum, telling my scouting story, ... 1/4 of the way to 100...and still thirsting for scout knowledgeI go in depth about a post on the AHAW forum, telling my scouting story, so that you know that you're not alone... True North Show 25 is brought to you by Badge Magic True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 24 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/05/true-north-show-24/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/05/true-north-show-24/#comments Wed, 05 May 2010 10:00:43 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1893 A jump around show…

Redemption…

Special Needs….

Asperger’s Syndrome….

Pay it Forward…..

This show brought to you by Badge Magic

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/05/true-north-show-24/feed/ 0 23:17 A jump around show... Redemption... Special Needs.... Asperger's Syndrome.... Pay it Forward..... This show brought to you by Badge Magic A jump around show... Redemption... Special Needs.... Asperger's Syndrome.... Pay it Forward..... This show brought to you by Badge Magic True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 23 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/04/true-north-show-23/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/04/true-north-show-23/#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2010 10:00:39 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1806 Not a whole lot to say, I have some other great things in mind…but I have had a couple of online discussions and wanted to share those with you, along with some more troop news, and some great trail links…

Trail Cooking – great backpacking recipes

Campmor Online Store – good online store

Jason Klass’ Site – great gear reviews, and funny videos

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/04/true-north-show-23/feed/ 0 11:23 Not a whole lot to say, I have some other great things in mind...but I have had a couple of online discussions and wanted to ... Not a whole lot to say, I have some other great things in mind...but I have had a couple of online discussions and wanted to share those with you, along with some more troop news, and some great trail links... Trail Cooking - great backpacking recipes Campmor Online Store - good online store Jason Klass' Site - great gear reviews, and funny videos True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 22 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/03/true-north-show-22/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/03/true-north-show-22/#comments Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:00:04 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1756 Sorry to get so off track, I really didn’t mean too…or did I?

I talk about service, recruiting, W2S ideas and the like…I answer some more questions about the new troop, and include some more links

US Scouting Service Project – Great Resource for all things Scouting

Traditional Boy Scouting – Excellent site for those looking for scouting of yesteryear

Camping Checklist – What to pack for the type of camp-out that you are going on, in the season, and by climate, with printable lists

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/03/true-north-show-22/feed/ 0 24:56 Sorry to get so off track, I really didn't mean too...or did I? I talk about service, recruiting, W2S ideas and the like...I answer some more ... Sorry to get so off track, I really didn't mean too...or did I? I talk about service, recruiting, W2S ideas and the like...I answer some more questions about the new troop, and include some more links US Scouting Service Project - Great Resource for all things Scouting Traditional Boy Scouting - Excellent site for those looking for scouting of yesteryear Camping Checklist - What to pack for the type ofnbsp;camp-outnbsp;that you are going on, in the season, and by climate, with printable lists True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 21 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/03/true-north-show-21/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/03/true-north-show-21/#comments Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:17:13 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1751 I am back…I am back, and with a renewed vigor…I have missed you guys, and I can’t let you guys “Jones” anymore…I have your True North “fix”…

In tonight’s show, I talk about a conflict with a leader [I used my commish-fu skills], talked about upcoming shows, troop news and more great links

Cubmaster Joe’s Site – great recipes

Minimus – all things in miniature, for your pack

Trailspace – Great Gear reviews (well, not as great as mine)

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/03/true-north-show-21/feed/ 0 15:35 I am back...I am back, and with a renewed vigor...I have missed you guys, and I can't let you guys "Jones" anymore...I have your True ... I am back...I am back, and with a renewed vigor...I have missed you guys, and I can't let you guys "Jones" anymore...I have your True North "fix"... In tonight's show, I talk about a conflict with a leader [I used my commish-fu skills], talked about upcoming shows, troop news and more great links Cubmaster Joe's Site - great recipes Minimus - all things in miniature, for your pack Trailspace - Great Gear reviews (well, not as great as mine) True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 19 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/01/true-north-show-19/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/01/true-north-show-19/#comments Wed, 06 Jan 2010 13:00:00 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1519 Bears, Bears and more Bears….and not the Cub Scout kind…Part Deux

I had the opportunity to record a presentation with Cliff Jacobson, avid outdoorsman and canoeist. He tells some stories, some jokes, and how to protect your food and yourself from bears. Thanks to Cliff for allowing me to share his insight with all my listeners.

Cliff Jacobson’s Site

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2010/01/true-north-show-19/feed/ 0 00:01:01 Bears, Bears and more Bears....and not the Cub Scout kind...Part Deux I had the opportunity to record a presentation with Cliff Jacobson, avid outdoorsman and canoeist. ... Bears, Bears and more Bears....and not the Cub Scout kind...Part Deux I had the opportunity to record a presentation with Cliff Jacobson, avid outdoorsman and canoeist. He tells some stories, some jokes, and how to protect your food and yourself from bears. Thanks to Cliff for allowing me to share his insight with all my listeners. Cliff Jacobson's Site True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 20 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-show-20/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-show-20/#comments Tue, 29 Dec 2009 05:08:46 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1584 Life has taken over, and I must take a break….

Here is a brief message, I thought that I would tell you, instead of reading a forum post…

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-show-20/feed/ 0 2:47 Life has taken over, and I must take a break.... Here is a brief message, I thought that I would tell you, instead of reading a ... Life has taken over, and I must take a break.... Here is a brief message, I thought that I would tell you, instead of reading a forum post... True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 18 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-show-18/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-show-18/#comments Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:00:33 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1517 Bears, Bears and more Bears….and not the Cub Scout kind

I had the opportunity to record a presentation with Cliff Jacobson, avid outdoorsman and canoeist. He tells some stories, some jokes, and how to protect your food and yourself from bears. Thanks to Cliff for allowing me to share his insight with all my listeners.

Cliff Jacobson’s Site

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-show-18/feed/ 0 00:01:01 Bears, Bears and more Bears....and not the Cub Scout kind I had the opportunity to record a presentation with Cliff Jacobson, avid outdoorsman and canoeist. He ... Bears, Bears and more Bears....and not the Cub Scout kind I had the opportunity to record a presentation with Cliff Jacobson, avid outdoorsman and canoeist. He tells some stories, some jokes, and how to protect your food and yourself from bears. Thanks to Cliff for allowing me to share his insight with all my listeners. Cliff Jacobson's Site True,North PTC Media no No True North – Gear Show 1 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-gear-show-1/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-gear-show-1/#comments Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:00:51 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1540 God Bless my mom, she got me some new gear for my pack, a Brunton Lucy Lantern. It’s lightweight and runs on the fuel canisters that I am already carrying in my pack. I have never used a gas lantern, so this was my first shot…

I haven’t done gear reviews or demos before, so please forgive the roughness of the video…

Here are some links…

Amazon – where I bought it from

Brunton – the Brunton website

Thanks for watching, please leave a review at iTunes if you like it, and if the response is good, there may be more gear reviews to come!

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-gear-show-1/feed/ 0 00:01:01 God Bless my mom, she got me some new gear for my pack, a Brunton Lucy Lantern. It's lightweight and runs on the fuel canisters ... God Bless my mom, she got me some new gear for my pack, a Brunton Lucy Lantern. It's lightweight and runs on the fuel canisters that I am already carrying in my pack. I have never used a gas lantern, so this was my first shot... I haven't done gear reviews or demos before, so please forgive the roughness of the video... Here are some links... Amazon - where I bought it from Brunton - the Brunton website Thanks for watching, please leave a review at iTunes if you like it, and if the response is good, there may be more gear reviews to come! True,North PTC Media no No True North Show 17 http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-17/ http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-17/#comments Wed, 02 Dec 2009 23:25:09 +0000 SM Shawn http://www.ptcmedia.net/?p=1473 In tonight’s show, I talk about social networking, troop-talk, choices and other topicsI touch on social networking, more troop news, my last Cub Scout event, why I started the troop, and a couple of good sites that are in my bookmarks

Those links are

Meritbadge.org

Cubdad.com

ALPS Mountaineering

Thanks for listening, be sure to leave a review in the iTunes store, and remember to keep your compass pointing True North

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]]> http://www.ptcmedia.net/2009/12/true-north-17/feed/ 0 00:01:01 In tonight's show, I talk about social networking, troop-talk, choices and other topicsI touch on social networking, more troop news, my last Cub Scout event, ... In tonight's show, I talk about social networking, troop-talk, choices and other topicsI touch on social networking, more troop news, my last Cub Scout event, why I started the troop, and a couple of good sites that are in my bookmarks Those links are Meritbadge.org Cubdad.com ALPS Mountaineering Thanks for listening, be sure to leave a review in the iTunes store, and remember to keep your compass pointing True North True,North PTC Media no No