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Let's remain on the scouting side of COVID-19 in ScoutWiki. There are other sources for information concerning the virus and the disease. Also changed the article a bit more global by adding Scouting Ireland resources and moving BSA stuff under a separate header
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<font color=red><B>This Article is evolving currently - but we already have lots of scouters asking this question! 
<br>Unit Meetings Canceled? Everyone please share your ideas here. Try some Alternative Scout Activities. Now available - 20 Plus scout activities to do right now:</br>
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<b>DONT FORGET - Scouts should work these activities by themselves or with their buddy or patrol. Covid-19 forces us to do scouting the way it was meant to be!!</b>
'''For information concerning COVID-19, refer to other sources, for example [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/COVID-19 Wikipedia].'''


The current Covid-19 Pandemic resembles in many ways the Spanish Flue of 1918-1920 - which lasted almost 3 years, but was especially fierce for a nine month window of Oct 1918-June 1919. Will the Covid-19 shutdown your scouting unit for an extended length of time or will you find ways to "Scout On".
Unit meetings canceled? Everyone please share your ideas here. Try some Alternative Scout Activities. Now available - 20+ scout activities to do right now!


The current pandemic is similar to the Spanish Flu in that both instances, the virus appears to have very little effect on little children.   But with Covid-19 - our high risk groups are the elderly and those with chronic health and respiratory issues.
DONT FORGET - Scouts should work these activities by themselves or with their buddy or patrol. Covid-19 forces us to do scouting the way it was meant to be!


Here are suggestions for activities during this very unique episode our children's lifetime.  The memories created here will be repeated to many future generations.
Will the Covid-19 shutdown your scouting unit for an extended length of time or will you find ways to "Scout On"? Here are suggestions for activities during this very unique episode our children's lifetime.  The memories created here will be repeated to many future generations.


All listings here are generic suggestions.  Discuss with your unit parents committee beforehand on any special restrictions or modifications applicable for your community.
All listings here are generic suggestions.  Discuss with your unit parents committee beforehand on any special restrictions or modifications applicable for your community.


<font color=blue><b>Many Scouting Parents are now getting a crash course on how to be a Scout Leader!  Please share these tips and give them lots of encouragement.</b></font>
''Many Scouting Parents are now getting a crash course on how to be a Scout Leader!  Please share these tips and give them lots of encouragement.''


== National resources ==
Please refer to your local organisation's resources regarding the current COVID-19 resources in your locality.


== Official Statement from BSA : 19-Mar-2020 ==
=== Boy Scouts of America BSA ===
Read this statement first:


To our Scouting community,  In Scouting, we vow to help other people at all times. Now, in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, our Scouting community must do its part to slow the spread of the virus, which will save lives and avoid overwhelming our local healthcare infrastructure.  The safety of Scouts, volunteers, employees and our communities is our top priority.
* [https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/ Boy Scouts of America COVID-19 resources]
 
With safety in mind and based on guidance from national health officials, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is strongly advising that in-person meetings, activities, events and gatherings of 10 or more people be suspended through the end of March. Please also follow any restrictions outlined by your state and local health department or other state and local authorities. This applies to youth and adults out of an abundance of caution.
 
* [https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/ See Here] - for the rest of the statement, FAQs and other official resources
* '''#ScoutAtHome''' : Follow BSA blogs and social channels, as well as #ScoutingAtHome, for great examples and ideas of how to continue Scouting.
* '''#ScoutAtHome''' : Follow BSA blogs and social channels, as well as #ScoutingAtHome, for great examples and ideas of how to continue Scouting.
* '''[https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/covid-19-faq/ Updated National BSA Guidelines 14-May-2020]''' - COVID-19 FAQ, UPDATED 4/13/20 and again 14-May-2020, In-Person Unit Activities
* '''[https://www.scouting.org/scoutingathome/ Scouting At Home] - Scouting.org'''
 
* '''[https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/digital-safety-and-online-scouting-activities/ Digital Safety for Scouting Activities]''' - Scouting.org.
 
* '''[https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/parks-rec/visitors.html?deliveryName=USCDC_2067-DM25771 CDC Guidelines for Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities]''' - Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get some fresh air and vitamin D, stay active, and safely connect with others.
=== Official BSA Scout at Home Websites ===
* '''[https://www.scouting.org/scoutingathome/?utm_source=scoutingwire&utm_campaign=swvolunteer412020&utm_medium=email&utm_content=B Scouting At Home] - Scouting.org'''
* '''[https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/safety-moments/digital-safety-and-online-scouting-activities/?fbclid=IwAR09T8y138K4Se5Jm1M-__aQDgty801GZVBMfc3duOWy1jpjDLED8BHBL4w Digital Safety for Scouting Activities]''' - Scouting.org.
 
 
=== Notice from Local Councils ===
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From SDIC : "Even though live Scout meetings have been cancelled due to the constraints of the COVID-19 (aka coronavirus) crisis, the Scouting program continues. We have developed a Scouting At Home set of pages with information so that youth, parents and leaders can work together to facilitate advancement while adhering to the Guide to Safe Scouting and following the rules of Youth Protection training." </blockquote>


Live organized events are restricted - but there is still lots to do from home on the web or with your own family.  Ask your scout leader about rules for your community.:
=== Scouting Ireland ===


=== CDC Guidelines for Outdoor Activity ===
* [https://www.scouts.ie/Covid-19/ Scouting Ireland COVID-19 resources]
* '''[https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/parks-rec/visitors.html?deliveryName=USCDC_2067-DM25771 CDC Guidelines for Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities]''' - Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get some fresh air and vitamin D, stay active, and safely connect with others.


== 2020 Social Media Recruitment ==
== 2020 Social Media Recruitment ==
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2020 is the year to turn life's lemons into lemonade!
2020 is the year to turn life's lemons into lemonade!
* [[Recruitment Resources (Boy Scouts of America)]] - 100+ Social Media Recruitment Resources for 2020!
* [[Recruitment Resources (Boy Scouts of America)]] - 100+ Social Media Recruitment Resources for 2020!


== Virtual Meetings ==
== Virtual Meetings ==
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* FreeConferenceCall.com
* FreeConferenceCall.com
* Discord
* Discord
* Wire.com
* Different Jitsi instances, for example https://meet.jit.si/


=== Virtual Unit Recruitment ===
=== Virtual Unit Recruitment ===
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''And This too shall pass!''
''And This too shall pass!''


Plan now for what super activity you will do as a patrol when quarantine ends.
Plan now for what super activity you will do as a patrol when quarantine ends.
 
== Is the Covid-19 Overexaggerated? ==
 
No. Covid 19 is a serious matter. Please do not take it with a light heart.


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
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* [https://www.sdicbsa.org/ScoutingAtHome/ ScoutingAtHome] - San Diego Imperial Council
* [https://www.sdicbsa.org/ScoutingAtHome/ ScoutingAtHome] - San Diego Imperial Council
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjDuwc9KBps&feature=youtu.be Stop Covid-19 P.S.A.] - How to safely shop for groceries and take out food during Covid-19 Pandemic.  Public Safety Announcement!
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjDuwc9KBps&feature=youtu.be Stop Covid-19 P.S.A.] - How to safely shop for groceries and take out food during Covid-19 Pandemic.  Public Safety Announcement!




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