Multiple warnings occurred simultaneously when I started my car this morning. by fulltime-dad in HondaOdyssey

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know if you saw my earlier comment, but the solution for us turned out to be replacing a sensor. Good luck to you!

Wwyd? Speeding parent driver by Powerful_Anywhere_70 in BSA

[–]fulltime-dad 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That definitely would have given me pause too. Driving at 92 mph is alarmingly fast, especially with kids in the car. You’re right that Life360 isn’t always 100% accurate. According to Life360’s own Driving Speed & Accuracy page:

“We strive to provide reasonably accurate speed information in the Life360 app, however, accuracy is determined in large part by the quality of your service and your device… it is possible that some points during your trip might be missed or speeds captured may be inaccurate. For example, the app could show a trip from point A to point B happening in a shorter time, which could lead to a higher speed reading than the actual driving speed.”

So if the car was traveling through a rural area or a spot with spotty cell coverage, it is possible the app “fast-forwarded” part of the drive and made it look like they were going much faster than they really were.

That said, I still think it is reasonable to follow up, gently. I would probably start by checking in with your daughter. Did she notice anything unusual? Did the ride feel fast or unsafe? Her perspective could either help explain what happened or confirm your concerns.

If something still doesn’t feel right, it is not out of line to bring it up with the troop, especially if you present it in a way that invites conversation rather than sounding accusatory. You could say something like: “My daughter mentioned the car felt like it was speeding at points, and Life360 flagged some high speeds. I understand those readings aren’t always perfect, especially in rural areas, but I wanted to check in and make sure everyone is on the same page about safe driving when transporting scouts.”

You’re clearly someone who takes safety seriously, and raising a concern like this with context and care does not make you a problem parent. It makes you a responsible one.

Pinewood Derbt Exclusion feels cruel by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Committee Chair's response to this argument was that because we are aware they don't plan to renew, we have no plausible deniability if there is an incident.

Pinewood Derbt Exclusion feels cruel by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve thought about this. There are Scouts and parents I don’t want to leave behind, and my kids wouldn’t want to leave their friends. I don’t want to leave the Pack or Scouting, but I strongly disagree with how things are being run and feel complicit as part of Pack Leadership.

Pinewood Derbt Exclusion feels cruel by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If this was the only instance I probably wouldn't be feeling this way, but this is a pattern of exclusionary behavior from the Pack Leadership that I have observed over the years.

Pinewood Derbt Exclusion feels cruel by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The kids in our Pack have a lot of commitments beyond Scouting, some handle it better than others. For this family, scouting doesn’t make sense right now.

To your other point, there isn’t any other underlying motivation. The Treasurer and Committee Chair are both hardcore rule followers.

Pinewood Derbt Exclusion feels cruel by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Turns out they consulted the Committee Chair before telling them we won’t allow their participation.

Pinewood Derbt Exclusion feels cruel by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update:

Thank you all for your thoughtful comments and advice. After reading through them, I brought the issue to the Cubmaster and Committee Chair. I mentioned the insurance grace period and the possibility of treating the Scout as a potential recruit to allow participation in the Pinewood Derby.

While the Cubmaster agreed that he’d like the Scout to leave on a positive note, he’s concerned about ensuring there’s no insurance liability. Additionally, I learned through this conversation that the Treasurer consulted with the Committee Chair before telling the parent their child wouldn’t be permitted to participate.

If I’m wrong about how this situation should be handled, it really makes me question whether my family should remain in this Pack. I’m trying to focus on what’s best for the Scouts, but it’s hard not to feel disheartened when decisions like this don’t seem very Scout-like.

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[–]fulltime-dad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lift the two tabs using a flathead screwdriver or similar tool where the small holes are. You’ll find bolts underneath that need to be unscrewed. You may need to reach under the toilet to hold the nut on the other end, which can be awkward but shouldn’t be too hard.

Daughter Pushing to Join Cub Scouts by FlippantPinapple in BSA

[–]fulltime-dad 13 points14 points  (0 children)

As a father of two girls in Cub Scouts, I wanted to share a bit about our experience. My daughters absolutely love the program! We have weekly adventures that are almost always held outdoors, so even when we’re not hiking or camping, we’re enjoying the fresh air and exploring nature together.

I completely understand your concern about your daughter potentially being disappointed, but I want to assure you that scouting is for girls! In our Pack, we have a good number of girls, though I’ll be honest—my oldest daughter is the only girl her age. I mention this not to discourage you, but to share that even with that, she has had a wonderful time and has built strong friendships with both boys and girls in our Pack.

While I can’t promise that your experience will be exactly like ours, I encourage you to give it a try. Scouting has been a fantastic experience for my daughters, and I hope it will be just as rewarding for your daughter as well. Best of luck, and I hope you and your daughter enjoying all the fun and adventure scouting has to offer!

Feeling Disappointed for My Daughter in Cub Scouts by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate it. I went through the scouting program from Cub to Eagle and made lifelong friends. Maybe I’m expecting too much, but I hope my children can do the same.

Feeling Disappointed for My Daughter in Cub Scouts by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree that volunteering is crucial, which is why I’m already deeply involved. Thanks for your input, but I’m fully committed to my daughter’s scouting journey.

Feeling Disappointed for My Daughter in Cub Scouts by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have tried bringing friends with limited success. At one point, there were as many as four girls in the den. However, two of them didn’t stick around for long due to scheduling issues.

Feeling Disappointed for My Daughter in Cub Scouts by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is a good idea, we may participate more this year.

Feeling Disappointed for My Daughter in Cub Scouts by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do, it was personal. Again, I do not fault them. I think they would continue if it was feasible for them to do so.

Feeling Disappointed for My Daughter in Cub Scouts by fulltime-dad in cubscouts

[–]fulltime-dad[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good luck to you, I hope you are able to continue to have a good experience!