{"alias":"blogEntry","byline":"Alanah Reid, Creative Content Producer","standfirst":"From learning to survive in the wild, to becoming the best version of ourselves, Bear Grylls leaves no stone unturned in his ultimate Scouts handbook.","content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EWho better to teach you how to be a Scout, than our \u003Ca href=\u0022/about-us/our-people/chief-scout/\u0022 title=\u0022Chief Scout\u0022\u003EChief Scout\u003C/a\u003E himself? Bear Grylls\u2019 latest book, \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://shop.scouts.org.uk/do-your-best-how-to-be-a-scout-book-by-bear-grylls#selection.size=719\u0026amp;selection.color=34\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022#selection.size=719\u0026amp;selection.color=34\u0022\u003EDo Your Best: How to be a Scout\u003C/a\u003E, is the inspiring Scouts companion for anyone aged eight to 108, that\u2019ll make you feel ready to take on the world.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith handy \u2018how-to\u2019 tips and useful advice, Bear\u2019s with you every step of the way as you prepare for the challenges life might throw at you.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAfter reading the book, we can honestly say we\u2019ve never felt more motivated to pull on our walking boots, pack our backpacks and be the best Scouts we can be.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/x4qgujc2/do-your-best.jpg","width":1074,"height":660,"altText":"The image shows a navy badge with a gold border that says \u0027Do Your Best\u0027 with Bear\u0027s signature in white underneath. The badge is on a wooden background and there are a few blades of grass surrounding it.","caption":"You\u0027ll get an exclusive Do Your Best badge when you order Chief Scout Bear Grylls\u0027 new book from Scout Store.","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EAn uplifting read\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBear\u2019s book is a warm welcome for anyone new to the movement, and an uplifting reminder of what Scouts is all about for those who\u2019ve been here for years.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHe tells us why it\u2019s brilliant to be a Scout. We get to make friends, learn new skills, explore different places, and help others. Even more \u2013 we learn to take these experiences away and develop skills for life.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAlong with our core values, Bear certainly doesn\u2019t shy aware from the bizarre (yet very cool) things we do as Scouts. Where else would you learn to cook an egg in an orange over the weekend? These unique parts of Scouts remind us just how much fun we have together at our weekly meeting and on camp.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EMaking it your own\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOn the first few pages of the book, you\u2019re invited to make it your own. There\u2019s a little \u2018About Me\u2019 section you can fill in, which you\u2019ll love looking back on in years to come.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBear also lets you know that \u2018It\u2019s not like an ordinary book. If it gets a little torn, bashed about a bit and smells slightly of woodsmoke, then that\u2019s OK. It\u2019s doing its job.\u2019 It\u2019s not a book to just keep proudly on your shelf \u2013 it\u2019s meant to be alongside you on your outdoor adventures.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/o5mjaidu/a-scout-reading-bear-grylls-new-book.jpg","width":1037,"height":648,"altText":"The image shows a Scout on the left holding Chief Scout Bear Grylls\u0027 new book, Do Your Best: How to be a Scout. They\u0027re smiling at the book and looking at the pages, while an older person is sat to their right, holding a navy mug with a white Scouts logo on it, and wearing a green Scouts jumper. They\u0027re both in comfy clothes \u2013 pyjamas and jogging bottoms. ","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGetting outdoors\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019re even remotely outdoorsy, you\u2019ll love the tips and tricks for surviving in the wild. It\u2019s almost impossible to read Bear\u2019s book and not imagine a crackling campfire or the smell of fresh mountain air, especially when he teaches us how to light a fire and find the best place to pitch our tents.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWe especially loved reading about the best way to pack. A bulky backpack is neither practical nor comfortable!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the essentials covered, we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll feel inspired to branch out and try something new on your next camp. Perhaps you\u2019ll try to navigate with the stars, or predict the weather (without being tempted to check the Weather app on your phone).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile feeling more excited about your next rewarding hot chocolate or giggle around the campfire with your friends, it\u2019s important to be ready for the not-so-fun parts of camping. Bear\u2019s included a handy packing checklist for your first aid kit, and lets you know what to do if you or your friend feel unwell. As Scouts, we always make sure we\u2019re prepared.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs well as helping us survive the outdoors, there are plenty of tips for helping the outdoors survive us. Bear\u2019s important messages about looking after the environment has made us feel encouraged to make small changes for the planet.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/dxucivky/do-your-best-banner.jpg","width":1422,"height":711,"altText":"The image shows Bear Grylls\u0027 latest book, Do Your Best: How to be a Scout. The book is laid on soil ground with a metal tin pot to the left of the book, and a grey rucksack to the right.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ESurviving the everyday\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether we\u2019re outdoorsy or not, Bear helps us all become the best version of ourselves. He shares advice on being fit and healthy, being a good friend, and being organised. We\u2019re reminded to be team players and be kind in everything we do.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA key message from Bear is about having courage. It doesn\u2019t matter when things go wrong, we just make sure to learn and move on in the best way. It\u2019s absolutely OK to fail, ask for help and try again. That \u2018never give up\u2019 spirit truly shines through on every page.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019re ever struggling, \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2023/november/getting-through-tough-times-with-chief-scout-bear-grylls/\u0022 title=\u0022Getting through tough times, with Chief Scout, Bear Grylls\u0022\u003EBear\u2019s tips on Getting through tough times\u003C/a\u003E can help you navigate a tricky time in your life.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ENot just for kids\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith sections on the benefits of volunteering and how to be a great volunteer, Bear\u2019s book is a brilliant read for adults, too. There\u2019s no age limit on learning new skills or motivating yourself to help others.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you\u2019re thinking of new ways to fundraise for an upcoming event, Bear\u2019s got it covered. Perhaps you\u2019re thinking of raising awareness for a great cause, or deciding to do a random act of kindness. You\u2019ll even read about \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2023/january/meet-nicole-the-fnd-inspirer/\u0022 title=\u0022Meet Nicole, the FND inspirer\u0022\u003ENicole\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\u0022/news/2022/november/meet-neo-and-his-treats-for-kids-campaign/\u0022 title=\u0022Meet Neo and his Treats For Kids campaign\u0022\u003ENeo\u003C/a\u003E, who did brilliant fundraising activities.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ELearning something new\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs well as the handy tips and tricks, we\u2019ve learned lots of new things about Scouts from Bear\u2019s book. There\u2019s a whole section on inspirational people, and bites of history about fascinating figures, like Dame Ellen MacArthur, Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson. We even found out who invented the s\u2019more (which we all love and adore).\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/cajbivv5/two-scouts-facing-putting-up-a-tent-outside.jpg","width":7000,"height":4667,"altText":"The image shows the back of two Scouts who are facing a tent. They\u0027re both in uniform with neckers on. The Scout to the left has brown hair and is holding their hands up and holding part of the green tent.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EA helping hand from a friend\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAs Scouts, we\u2019re prepared for any situation. Whether your next camp is interrupted by a torrential rainstorm, or you need to rely on an old-fashioned map to find your way home, the friendly, chatty nature of the book truly makes you feel like you\u2019re getting a helping hand from a friend.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBear reminds you that, even when you\u2019re feeling down, you\u2019re amazing and should believe in yourself. Remember to achieve your dreams, get out of your comfort zone (or \u2018comfort pit\u2019 as he calls it), and enjoy everything the world has to offer.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"Buy your copy from Scout Store","body":"\u003Cp\u003EChief Scout Bear Grylls\u2019 book, Do Your Best: How to be a Scout, is available to buy now from Scout Store. 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