That is really unfortunate. I have to admit I was pretty lucky to have had good leaders. From my experience a lot of the leaders had kids of their own in the group, so they actually cared enough to come up with good activities and learning. A few of these same leaders were also Vietnam Vets so they had very good survivalist skills and experience to pass on. They didn't talk about their war experience but it was known that they were Vets and they were highly respected and looked up to.
If you don't have good leaders in your area that is a shame. But maybe there are some Gulf War vets with kids who aren't too messed up to become leaders for the new generation?