The National Radio Scouting Committee has collected and developed activity items to be used prior to Scouts getting on the air for JOTA or to be used as activities to keep Scouts engaged while waiting in line for one or more radio moments. The first activity item is called “Jamboree on the Air Thought Starters” […]

https://youtu.be/e6_GevK680w Adult Audience Only   SUMMARY With an increasing number of youth taking prescribed medications, leaders need some basic tools and guidance for helping youth use their prescriptions safely. The BSA understands that leaders, no matter how diligent, might not know or understand every health-related issue of the youth members in their unit. Proper use […]

What is wilderness first aid?   Wilderness first aid, or “WFA”, is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician and/or rapid transport is not readily available. This is defined […]

Outdoor ethics training is included in all core BSA outdoor training programs: National Youth Leader Training (NYLT) and National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE) for Scouts, and Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS) and Wood Badge for all adult volunteers with outdoor leadership responsibilities. The BSA also offers specialized outdoor ethics and Leave No Trace […]

YOUTH SAFETY Our Ongoing Commitment to Keeping Kids Safe The safety of children in our programs is the most important priority of the Boy Scouts of America.  The BSA’s safeguards highlighted below are key parts of our multilayered approach to help keep kids safe. These measures were informed by respected experts in the fields of […]

The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has a multilayered adult leader selection process that includes criminal background checks administered by a nationally recognized third party and other screening efforts. STEP 1: Application All adults who have been selected as potential leaders of youth by a chartered organization must provide references, past addresses, other community affiliations […]

The Language of Scouting and BSA Style ManualRevised February 2020 This reference is the Boy Scouts of America’s definitive resource on terms and style specific to Scouting and this organization. The Language of Scouting encompasses style, usage, grammar, and spelling norms observed by the Boy Scouts of America and used by the Marketing Group and […]

Cub Scout Position-Specific Training Facilitated Learning Materials (for use by Council/District Training Staff) Instructor SyllabusSpanish Instructor Syllabus  Leaders who complete either the online or facilitated training are considered trained for their position.   Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) This one-and-a-half day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for […]

The following resources may be used by parents and leaders in their efforts to protect youth. Several are available for purchase. Visit your local Scout shop or ScoutShop.org. The Protect Yourself Rules Preview Adventure The Boy Scouts of America is committed to creating safe environments for Scouts and leaders. Child abuse is an uncomfortable topic […]

The Boy Scouts of America are committed to creating safe environments for Scouts and leaders. Child abuse is an uncomfortable topic but an important one for us to cover to ensure the safety and well-being of our Scouts and leaders. The Boy Scouts of America has partnered with subject-matter experts from the Barbara Sinatra Children’s […]

The Boy Scouts of America is committed to creating safe environments for Scouts and leaders. Child abuse is an uncomfortable topic but an important one for us to cover to ensure the safety and well-being of our Scouts. The Boy Scouts of America has partnered with subject-matter experts from the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center Foundation […]

Armed with membership data updated nightly, commissioners can do more to improve membership growth and retention. Find suggestions for using and locating data and other helpful information by clicking on your position. Asking questions about the suggested topics also helps commissioners build trusted relationships with the units they service and collaborate with other district and […]

What is NAYLE? National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience is an exciting program that enhances leadership skills and expands upon the team-building and ethical decision-making skills learned in National Youth Leadership Training. NAYLE emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and selfless service, using the core elements of NYLT to help youth strengthen these skills. The NAYLE course is now […]

General Questions What is the age range for joining Scouts BSA? Youth can join Scouts BSA if they are at least 10 years old, currently in the fifth grade and register on or after March 1st; OR have earned the Arrow of Light Award and are at least 10 years old, OR are age 11 but have not reached age 18. […]

PowerPoint Presentations—for group instruction or individual review Note expiration dates on all presentations. Check for updates at the appropriate time. Introduction to the Guide to Advancement This presentation provides further insight into one of the most critical publications produced by the BSA National Advancement Program Team. It is the official source for administering advancement in […]

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Overview To encourage training, tenure in a position, participation, and performance of adult leaders. Who Can Earn This Award? This award can be earned by Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scout leaders as well as District Committee members. How To Get the Award Obtain a Scouter’s Training Award Progress Record & Application at […]

SellWise POS Nation Software Support Site: https://www.posnation.com/bsa-resources  Email for SellWise Support = support@posnation.com February 2024 User Group – Slides – recording  – Cost/Price Update – GL Upload Issues – User Training available from POS Nation March 2024 User Group – Slides– recording   – Using SellWise via Remote – Updating Unit Deposit Accounts   March 2023 […]

This resource has been designed to provide you with the essential tools for effectively managing incidents within your Council. Included here are the BSA incident reporting expectations, a concise overview of additional reporting requirements, and detailed responses to frequently asked questions regarding general incident reporting or our dedicated incident reporting system, Riskonnect. Units are instructed […]

June 16-22, 2024 The International Adventures in Scouting course at the Philmont Training Center is a wonderful opportunity to learn about international scouting programs and events, planning international trips to other countries for your unit or council, National Scouting Organizations (NSO) events, approvals needed by councils and the BSA International Committee, and much more! Did […]

Cub Scouts >  Cub Scout Adventures Back to: Cub Scouts Program Cub Scout Adventures Cub Scouts earn Adventures that are specific to their grade and rank. A number of Adventures must be completed to earn the badge of rank for each grade level. Completion of Adventures is how the aims of character, citizenship, leadership, and […]

The modules listed below were designed to help those volunteers and professional Scouters understand more about the new Commissioner Tools in an interview-style format. The two volunteers answering questions, Larry Chase and Rick Hillenbrand, are from the National Commissioner Tools Task Force and Service Team.To view all the videos as one, scroll down to the […]

In the outdoors, Scouts have opportunities to acquire skills that make them more self-reliant. They can explore canoe and hiking trails and complete challenges they first thought were beyond their ability. Attributes of good character become part of them as they learn to cooperate to meet outdoor challenges. Types of Outdoor Activities Day hikes—Reasonably short […]

Additional FAQ’s: General Health and Safety,  Annual Health and Medical Record, Shooting Sports program Updated 8/2/2023 – ♦ indicates latest updates Adult Supervision Q: If my son or daughter is meeting with a registered merit badge counselor and is the only Scout present, is supervision by two registered adults still required? A:  No, provided you as […]

Outdoor adventure is the promise made to boys and girls when they join Scouting. Young people yearn for outdoor programs that stir their imagination and interest. In the outdoors, they have opportunities to acquire skills that make them more self-reliant. They can explore canoe and hiking trails and complete challenges they first thought were beyond […]

The safety and health of campers and staff is always the highest priority at camp, and BSA camps have a long history of planning for and managing communicable diseases. With the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) within the United States, camps are reviewing and updating health-related plans and procedures. If there is something you […]

Welcome to the Boy Scouts of America Health & Safety Resource Page!  At the Boy Scouts of America, the safety and well-being of our Scouts, volunteers, and everyone involved is a value we all share! That’s why we’ve put together this extensive Health & Safety Resources page. It’s not just a collection of information; it’s […]

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