[…] 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, […]

[…] Adult) Community Organization Award  (For Adult) Conservation Good Turn Award  (For Youth) Complete Angler  (For Youth) Council Alumnus of the Year Award  (For Adult) Council Duty to God Award  (For Adult) Cub Scout Leader Recognition Awards  (For Adult) D Den Chief Service Award  (For Youth) Den Leader Training Awards  (For Adult) Distinguished Conservation Service […]

Filter Awards by Program: AllEagle 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$200 – $10,000$5,000 – $9,999$500 – $999Varies $1,000 – $1,999 $10,000 – $49,999 $2,000 – $4,999 $5,000 […]

[…] 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Scouting America Council Alumnus of the Year Award Overview The Scouting America Alumnus of the Year Awards are Scouting Alumni’s highest recognition for service to the alumni effort at each of the three levels. The award was established to recognize alumni of Scouting America who, over a sustained period of time, have used the […]

View Awards Central for a complete list of Scouting America Awards Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award Program The Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award 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 […]

[…] 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 […]

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 […]

[…] 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, […]

[…] 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 […]

[…] Youth Application: English and Spanish Adult Application: English and Spanish 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 […]

[…] 4-H.   Alyssa is so excited to work with everyone for the rest of her term to help grow Venturing, work on the podcast, strengthen VOAs across the country,  and do whatever she can to improve Venturing and help others lead the adventure! National VOA Vice President of Communication Matthew Irsfeld Advisor: Elizabeth Kwock Matthew […]

[…] councils in marketing, communicating, implementing and promoting the Scouting program. Through the awards, the Scouting America will gather and share best practices submitted by councils across the country. Announcing the 2025 National Marketing Award Honorees Scouting America is pleased to announce the honorees in this year’s National Marketing Awards.  The awards recognize outstanding efforts […]

[…] or similar responses. Q: Who was involved in making these updates? A: Primarily the National Cub Scouting Committee which is made up of volunteers from across the country. Updates were based on feedback from over 23,000 parents and leaders from various surveys in addition to other available data. The committee also utilized subject matter […]

[…] States have programs to recognize Cub Scouts who demonstrate faith, observe their creeds or principles, and give service.   The Religious Emblem, typically a medal, are not Scouting awards; however, they may be worn on the upper left pocket of the Cub Scout uniform.   Pictured at left is a Religious Knot, for youth, worn centered […]

Unit Leader Awards The training awards and keys are designed to recognize unit Scouters for tenure, training, and performance in their leadership roles. Progress record forms, for these awards, can be found using the links below Den Leader Training Award Den Leader Training Award Scouter’s Training Award Scouter’s Training Award for Cub Scout Leaders […]

[…] Pacific Regional Conference. After the conference, a small group of us flew to Bhutan, to meet their scout leadership and visit the only scout camp in the country, for which the United States Fund for International Scouting (USFIS) had contributed. Bhutan is a remote kingdom in the Himalayas and 24.000 of its 750.000 inhabitants […]

[…] which provides a framework for a dynamic program of Adventure, Leadership, Personal growth, and Service. They are designed to work with crews of any specialization. LEARN MORE Specialty Awards Venturers are encouraged to explore their interests and passions. The Venturing specialty awards, while not a part of the core Venturing recognition program, allow Venturers to […]

[…] Fund for International Scouting (USFIS) forms: Main Grant Request  Interim Grant Request  Final Grant Report  Year After Grant Report  Field Visit Report  Donation Forms Coming Soon Insignia, Awards and Recognition Resources Scouting America International Awards Insignia and Branding Scouting America International Awards International Spirit Award  Scouts BSA, Sea Scout, And Venturing   | Cub […]

Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award Scouts and Scouters interested in learning more about outdoor ethics and Leave No Trace should begin by exploring the Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award. The requirements are as follows: Recite from memory and explain the meaning of the Outdoor Code. Watch the National Park Service Leave No Trace video. It’s on the […]

Religious Awards for Jewish Scouts Maccabee Emblem – Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts, grades 1-3 Aleph Emblem – Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts Ner Tamid Emblem – Boy Scouts and Venturers, grades six through nine Etz Chaim Award – Boy Scouts ages 14 to 17 and Venturers ages 14 to 20 Scout Shabbat Services […]