All of this is done in an environment that is password protected and has BSA Child Protection rules in mind. We have found many Scouting groups use social media such as Facebook, Twitter and other services. The problem with these is that they give too much detail to the general public about meeting times, endangering children. In addition, Scouting units that singularly use an Internet based communication vehicle ultimately alienate some families that do not use the Internet or are not members of the subject social network service. ScoutLodge not only uses the Internet but also will mix in more basic forms of communication such as US Mail, telephone, newsletter and text messaging making sure all communication channels are covered. Successful Troop leaders all agree that clear, well organized multi-level communication is key to running a successful program.