[…] Fax: 314-845-0038; e-mail info@praypub.org ; Web site http://www.praypub.org To order pamphlets visit www.scoutstuff.org Cub Scout           Jesus and Me          God and Me (kindergarten         (grades 2-3) to grade 1)                               S, […]

[…] Stand up Paddle Boarding Award BSA Distinguished Conservation Service Award C Commissioner Awards and Recognitions Community Organization Award Conservation Good Turn Award Complete Angler Council Duty to God Award Cub Scout Leader Recognition Awards Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award D Den Chief Service Award Den Leader Training Awards Distinguished Conservation Service Award Distinguished Eagle […]

Filter Awards by Program: AllCub ScoutEagle ScoutExplorerHigh Adventure Base StaffOrder of the ArrowScoutSea ScoutVenturer Cub Scout Eagle Scout Explorer High Adventure Base Staff Order of the Arrow Scout Sea Scout Venturer Amount: All$1,000 – $1,999$10,000 – $49,999$2,000 – $4,999$5,000 – $9,999$500 – $999Varies $1,000 – $1,999 $10,000 – $49,999 $2,000 – $4,999 $5,000 – […]

Applications Workbook FAQ Award Requirements Conservation & Environment Conservation Awards Introduction of the Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award Conservation and Scouting America have been partners for a long time. Camping, hiking, and respect for the outdoors are a part of the Scouting heritage. Many of the requirements for advancement from Tenderfoot through the […]

IMPORTANT:  Before beginning work on STEM Nova or Supernova Awards check with your local council to confirm if the program is available in your area.  The STEM Nova and Supernova Awards are optional awards that are administered by local councils.  Local councils have the option to make these awards available.   UPDATED 3/8/2023 RECENT ANNOUNCEMENTS   […]

[…] Scouter. You may NOT choose your parent or your unit leader. Dr. Sally Ride Supernova Award First-Level Supernova Award for Venturers Complete THREE of the Venturer Nova Awards. (Note: These may be done at any time after becoming a Venturer.) Complete the Venturing Scholarship exploration. (The following requirement was inadvertently left out of the […]

[…] have inquired about the development of a recognition that could be given to registered adult leaders in units chartered to community organizations, similar to the adult religious awards presented by various denominations and faith groups. After study and evaluation, Scouting America’s National Court of Honor approved the concept of a Community Organization Award square […]

[…] Gold Banquet—A Checkpoint for Advancement March/April 2016 Cub Scout Angle: STEM Adventures—To Advancement and Beyond! January/February 2016 Cub Scout Angle: Baden-Powell’s Scouting Promise: “First Duty Is to God” November/December 2015 Cub Scout Angle: A Cub Scout’s Adventure—It Still Begins with Bobcat September/October 2015 Cub Scout Angle: New Cub Scout Adventure Program—Be Prepared for Success […]

Awards and Recognition Conservation Resources National Conservation Training Opportunities National High-Adventure Base Conservation Opportunities Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award Program Since 1910, conservation and environmental studies have been an integral part of Scouting America. Scouts have rendered distinguished public service by helping to conserve wildlife, energy, forests, soil, and water. Past generations […]

[…] Tigers are not eligible to earn the Cub Scout Supernova award. Although it is not a requirement, it is recommended that you earn at least two Nova awards for Cub Scouts before earning the Dr. Luis W. Alvarez Supernova Award. Requirements 1. Complete the adventure appropriate for your rank AND complete either option A […]

Most adult awards and recognitions have certificates, pins or medals, and a patch usually with a square knot embroidered on it in different colors.  Adult leaders wear these square knot patches on their uniform over the left pocket.  The order that they are worn is up to the individual.  To learn more see the Guide […]

[…] is Scouting America’s highest conservation award available.  Developed to encourage learning by the participants and to increase public awareness about natural resource conservation through sound stewardship. The awards program has three awards: Youth: Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award Adult: Scouting America Distinguished Conservationist Organizations and Individuals: Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award Certificate […]

[…] through existing programs. From archery to welding, Scouts can’t help but enjoy the wide range of STEM-related activities. To support this initiative, Scouting America developed the Nova Awards program so that youth members have fun and receive recognition for their efforts. Scouting America developed the Nova Awards program to excite and expand a sense […]

The Boy Scouts of America’s NOVA Awards program incorporates learning with cool activities and exposure to science, technology, engineering and mathematics for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA members, and Venturers. The hope is that the requirements and activities for earning these awards stimulates interest in STEM-related fields and shows how science, technology, engineering and mathematics […]

[…] participate in a conservation project as part of an approved Scouting program totaling at least three hours that addresses a conservation need common to more than one country. Scout applicants must complete the World Conservation Award application. Aquatics Awards Boardsailing BSA Kayaking BSA BSA Lifeguard Mile Swim BSA Scuba BSA Snorkeling BSA BSA Stand […]

[…] for one of the following: Orienteering merit badge, Geocaching merit badge, or Venturing Ranger Land Navigation core requirement. Complete 100 miles of hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing under the auspices of Scouting America, including miles hiked as part of requirements 2 and 3. A gold device may be earned for each additional […]

Most adult awards and recognitions have certificates, pins or medals, and a patch usually with a square knot embroidered on it in different colors.  Adult leaders wear these square knot patches on their uniform over the left pocket.  The order that they are worn is up to the individual.  To learn more see the Guide […]

[…] your alley. To be eligible, you must be a First Class Scout or higher. As a prerequisite, you must first earn any three of the four Nova awards for Scouts BSA. With your parent’s and unit leader’s help, you must select a council-approved mentor who is a registered Scouter. You may NOT choose your […]

Back to: Marketing Awards 2022 Honorees The National Marketing Awards honors councils who have demonstrated marketing excellence in building and promoting the Scouting brand through: Fundraising, Membership Recruitment, Program Implementation, or Social/Digital Outreach. We celebrate the work of this year’s award-winning councils! FUNDRAISING Chattahoochee Council – Columbus, GA Circle Ten Council – Dallas, TX […]

[…] of the key elements of the Scouting program. Scuba diving is an exciting avocation or vocation that can be enjoyed in just about every part of the country. For more information, click here! Trails-End Popcorn Scholarship Program Earn money for College by participating in the Trails-End Popcorn Scholarship Program. You must sell $2,500 or more […]

Unit Guides DOWNLOAD PDF DOWNLOAD PDF DOWNLOAD PDF DOWNLOAD PDF These unit guides provide information and examples on how to conduct STEM Nova Award topics as part of your unit meeting.  

[…] on the TRUST award, Venturers will learn more about themselves, their communities, their religion and culture, as well as those of others. LEARN MORE Nova and Supernova Awards Scouting America developed the Nova Awards program to excite and expand a sense of wonder in our Scouts. By working with an adult counselor or mentor, […]

[…] Advancement Report, No.34403, as documentation for the Nova Award. Submit the Supernova Award Application, below, as instructed in the requirements. Submit any questions regarding the Nova or Supernova awards to program.content@scouting.org Effective June 1, 2015, the rank requirements for Cub Scouts are changing (see www.scouting.org/programupdates for these new requirements). Cub Scouts currently working on the Nova awards or […]

Webelos can earn any of the Cub Scout Nova Awards.  They may also earn the Dr. Charles Townes Supernova Award, as described below. Below are the current requirements for the Dr. Charles Townes Supernova Award, as of January 1, 2018.   Please use the Advancement Report, No.34403 as documentation for the Nova Award. Submit […]

[…] to help unit leadership carry out the aims and mission of Scouting America. Advancement Is Based on Experiential Learning Everything done to advance—to earn ranks and other awards and recognition—is designed to educate or to otherwise expand horizons. Members learn and develop according to a standard. This is the case from the time a […]

[…] (the previous Venturing salute was a full hand, as opposed to three fingers). 2014: The National Venturing Committee was reinstated and restructured to better serve Venturers across the country. December 31, 2014: The Venturing Bronze, Gold, and Silver Awards were discontinued. The specialty awards (Ranger, Quest, and TRUST) were retained. 2016: The National Venturing Cabinet is […]

The International Spirit Award can now be purchased through the Scout Shop on-line here, as well as at your local Scout Shop. Previously, International Spirit Awards were processed by the BSA International Department at the BSA National Office. Going forward, Youth International Spirit Awards will be processed consistent with Youth advancement procedure through Scoutbook/Internet […]

[…] the region and national Venturing Leadership Awards, District Award of Merit, Silver Beaver, Advisor’s Key, International Scouters Award, Order of the Arrow Brotherhood, and her Duty to God Religious Award. As a youth she participated in what was Camp Fire Girls (now Campfire USA) and earned the WoHeLo medallion. She was also a competitive […]

[…] exemplify the Scout Oath and Law, councils, territories, and the Scouting America National Council may present individuals with the Venturing Leadership Award. The council, territory, and national awards are selected by a task force of youth and adults from the respective tier and are processed by a committee that is formed by the respective […]

[…] Membership Applications Youth Application: English and Spanish Adult Application: English Merit Badge Counselor Information Registration Resources The current Registration Guidebook can be found in two locations: My.Scouting.org >Menu>Registrar Tools>User Guide>Registration Guidebook MyBSA>Resources>BSA Resources>Registration Resources>Manuals, Resources, & Reference Guides. Eagle Rank Eagle Scout Application for youth who completed requirements ON OR AFTER July 1, 2022 […]