scoutcrafts

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A form of scoutcraft — A set of mostly outdoor skills learned in scouting that include camping, hiking and pioneering.

Scrabble 18

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of scoutcraft

    Scoutcrafts and water sports are featured.

    1919, A Handbook of Private Schools for American Boys and Girls, Sargent, page 330
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    The Canton Boy Scouts held a rally April 9, when they demonstrated scoutcrafts in the afternoon and gave a stag performance in the evening.

    1921, China Monthly Review, volume 16, Millard Publishing Company, page 432

    Political indoctrination and premilitary training were predominant Hitler Youth activities, extending over most of the boy's leisure time, while scoutcrafts and outdoor activities are emphasized by the scout movement.

    1949, Michael Vincent O'Shea, The Nation's Schools, volume 43, page 47

    […], the "Handbook for Boys" is devoted to detailed information about scoutcrafts and skills.

    1954, Harald Schraer, Survival Education: A Survey of Trends in Survival Education in Certain Public Schools and Teacher Training Institutions and a Detailed Study of the Elements of Survival Education Found in the Programs of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America, Cornell University, page 221
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