Oral History Booth with StoryCorps

Recording your memories from Troop 12 is easy and fun. Recording can be done on the StoryCorps app on your phone or on the StoryCorps website. Directions for both can be found below so you can choose whichever option you prefer. We will also have a booth set up at the Lawrence Barn and Dinner at Alpine Grove.

Get the App

Download the free StoryCorps app to your cell phone or tablet, available on Android and IOS.

Create Your Account

If you are using the app, it is important to join the community during your account setup. Our community is called T`12centennial2022. If you finish your account setup without joining the community then you will simply need to login on your computer and add it there instead.

Record!

Select record and follow the steps the app or website provides. You can select from the suggested questions list for Scout Alumni and Past/Present Scout Leader/Volunteer/Parent. When recording remember that these stories will be saved in the Library of Congress so extra context and details is great!

Final Steps

After recording your interview, feel free to take a selfie (optional) to be stored along with your interview. Next you'll want to decide which sharing option you prefer and sign the release form, upload to the Troop 12 Community.

Notes

Parental consent is required for people under the age of 18. No one under the age of 13 is allowed to use StoryCorps. These directions have been for the app and are very similar and if you have any questions please reach out.

Suggested Questions for Scout Alumni

We recommend doing these with a fellow scout or leader, get the conversation flowing! Start your interview by letting us know your name, age, rank, any quick bio information.

When were you a member of Troop 12? Where do you live now?

What are some key life skills you learned from being a scout? How do you think being a scout has impacted your life?

What are some of the activities you did as a member of the troop?

Do you keep in touch with any of your friends from scouting?

Can you tell us your favorite memory from your time as a scout?

Who was most influential during your scouting experience?

Suggested Questions for Leaders/Volunteers (adults)

We recommend doing these with a fellow scout or leader, get the conversation flowing! Start your interview by letting us know your name, age, rank, any quick bio information.

When were you involved with Troop 12? What got you involved?

What have you learned from being involved with Troop 12?

What are some of the activities you did while involved with Troop 12?

How do you think your life has been impacted by Troop 12?

What are some of your favorite memories with Troop 12?

Is there anything else you would like to tell us about Troop 12?