Scout Master's Minute

I have here a key – a small item as you can see. Yet it
will open the door to my car and when properly placed and turned it will start
the engine. With this little key I can visit faraway places, see wonderful
sights and do so many things that were impossible a generation ago. Is it any
wonder that I carry this key with me?
Your Boy Scout Handbook is a lot like my car key. It is a
small item, yet it will open the door to Scouting and will speed you on your way
to adventure. Sure, you probably could get by without using your handbook. I
could get by without my car key too, but I’d have to walk and it would be slow.
I certainly wouldn’t get to see all those places I can reach by car.
Let’s not leave our key behind as we enjoy scouting. Use
your handbook regularly. Take it with you to meetings and on hikes and camping
trips. Let your handbook open the door for you.
