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Consider the possibility that an accident could occur involving your unit. Take proper steps in advance to assess the risks and eliminate potential hazards and fully protect yourself and others responsible for the outing. An adequate emergency fund will cover minor emergencies. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance This coverage provides primary general liability coverage for […]

Scouting can be physically and mentally demanding. Environmental, emotional, or physical demands may push the limits of one’s ability to deal with problems. This can result in worsening of preexisting medical or mental health conditions. To help its members Be Prepared, the Boy Scouts of America recommends that everyone who participates in a Scouting activity have an annual medical evaluation by a certified and licensed health-care provider: a physician (MD or DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. If you are on medications, these should be continued while you are at Scouting events. Be certain that the event leader knows about all of your current medications. Based on the vast experience of the medical community, the BSA has identified risk factors that could become issues during weekend camping, hikes, treks, tours, or other activities. If you have any of the risk factors on this list, it means that you may have an increased chance of having problems while at a Scouting event. Therefore, someone else, preferably the event leader, should know about your risk status. Completing the Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR), having a discussion with your health-care provider regarding the types of activities you will be participating in, and sharing your current health information with adult leaders who will be joining you on these activities will help to keep you and everyone healthy and safe. Become familiar with the following risk factors to ensure all Scouts and Scouters are prepared. Excessive Body Weight (Obesity) Excessive body weight increases the risk for numerous health problems. To ensure the best experience, Scouts and Scouters should be of proportional height and weight. One such measure is the Body Mass Index (BMI), which can be calculated using a tool from the Centers for Disease Control (Reference 1). Calculators for both adults and youth are available. Adults with a BMI of 30 or greater should consult with their health-care provider prior to participation in Scouting events. It is recommended that youth fall within the fifth and 85th percentiles. Those in the 85th percentile or above are at risk and should work to achieve a higher level of fitness. Cardiac or Cardiovascular Disease These include Angina (chest pain caused by blocked blood vessels or supplying the heart) Myocardial infarction (heart attack) Heart surgery or heart catheterization (including angioplasty to treat blocked blood vessels, balloon dilation, or stents) Stroke or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) Claudication (leg pain with exercise, caused by hardening of the arteries) Family history of heart disease or a family member who died unexpectedly before age 50 Heart failure Smoking Youth who have congenital heart disease or acquired heart disease such as rheumatic fever, Kawasaki’s disease, or mitral valve prolapse should undergo a thorough exam. Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Scouts and Scouters should have a blood pressure lower than 130/85. Persons with significant hypertension (>140/90) should be under treatment, which often requires medication, and their condition should be under control. If participating in a Scouting event that is physically demanding, it is […]

BSA groups shall use Safe Swim Defense for all swimm ing activities. Adult leaders supervising a swimming activity must have completed Safe Swim Defense training within the previous two years. Safe Swim Defense standards apply at backyard, hotel, apartment, and public pools; at established waterfront swim areas such as beaches at state parks and […]

[…] 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 guidebook.) Do ONE of the following: Show that you have had an average grade of B or higher (80 percent or higher) for one term or semester. Show that for one term or semester you have improved your school grades over the previous period. Do TWO of the following: Discuss with your mentor the following situation: Suppose you are writing a research paper and you find a resource in which the author’s words are so perfectly aligned with your perspectives and understanding that you cannot imagine a better way to put it in your paper than to use the author’s own words. How can you handle such a situation while still maintaining scholarly integrity? Discuss with your mentor the following situation: Suppose you are writing a research paper and you find resources with conflicting “facts” and/or conflicting conclusions. What are some viable strategies for resolving these conflicts and deciding which resources are trustworthy? Discuss with your mentor the following situation: Suppose you are writing a research paper and have acquired dozens of resources. How would you keep track of the resources, summarize the salient parts of each resource, and synthesize the collection of resources into a coherent research paper? Get a note from an instructor* of yours that states that during the past term you have demonstrated satisfactory abilities or progress in independently completing scholarly endeavors and proactively seeking help when needed. *If you are home-schooled, you may obtain a note from a counterpart such as your parent. If you are near the end of your current term, you may ask a current instructor. Otherwise, you should ask an instructor from the immediate past term. Do ONE of the following: Show that you have taken part in a scholarly activity (in school or in Scouting) that required teamwork, and discuss with your mentor what you learned about how a team of people can work together effectively, fairly, and efficiently. Find three resources (online, in a library, personal interview, etc.) of expert advice on successful teamwork strategies and discuss with your mentor what you learned about how a team of people can work together effectively, fairly, and efficiently. Do ONE of the following: Write an argument of approximately 500 words that defends or opposes the principle that, “Students should be obligated to report instances of cheating by others.” Discuss this with your mentor. With your crews, another crew, school class, or another peer group, conduct an ethical controversy discussion that addresses the question, “Should students be obligated to report instances of cheating by others?” Using the guidelines found in the “Venturing STEM Explorations” chapter, complete STEM explorations for four of the topics listed above. (Note: These may be completed at any time after becoming a Venturer.) Complete TWO Supernova activity topics, one each in two different STEM areas. Participate in a local, state, or national science fair or mathematics competition OR in any equally challenging STEM-oriented competition or workshop approved by your mentor. An example of this would be an X-Prize type competition. Do ONE of the following: Spend at least one day “shadowing” a local scientist or engineer. After your visit, discuss with your mentor your experience and what you learned about STEM careers. Learn about a career that is heavily involved with STEM. Make a presentation to your mentor about what you learned. Working with your mentor, organize and present a Nova award or other STEM-related program at a Cub Scout den or pack meeting. Be sure to receive permission from the appropriate unit leader, and plan accordingly. If a Cub Scout den or pack is not available, your presentation may be given to another youth group. Review the scientific method (you may know this as the scientific process) and note how scientists establish hypotheses, theories, and laws. Compare how the establishment of “facts” or “rules” using the scientific method differs from the establishment of “facts” or “rules” in other environments, such as legal, cultural, religious, military, mathematical, or social environments. Then do each of the following: Choose a current subject with at least two competing theories on the subject and learn as much as possible about each theory. Analyze the competing theories, decide which one is most convincing to you, and explain why to your mentor. Make a presentation to your mentor that describes the controversy, the competing theories, and your conclusions about how the scientific method can or cannot contribute to the resolution of the controversy. Submit an application to the district or council Nova or advancement committee for approval. Wright Brothers Supernova Award OPTION 1: Second-Level Supernova Award for Venturers and Sea Scouts For those who earned the Dr. Sally Ride Supernova Award as a registered Venturer or Sea Scout. Earn the Dr. Sally Ride Supernova Award while a registered Venturer. Complete ONE additional Venturer Nova award for a total of four. (Note: This may be done at any time after becoming a Venturer.) Using the guidelines found in the “Venturing STEM Explorations” chapter, complete FOUR of the topics listed above. The four topics must be different from those completed while working on the Dr. Sally Ride Supernova Award, for a total of eight different topics. (Note: These awards may be earned at any time after becoming a Venturer.) Complete TWO additional Supernova activity topics, one each in the two STEM areas not completed for the Dr. Sally Ride Supernova Award. (Note: The intent is that upon completion of the Wright Brothers Supernova Award, the Venturer will have completed one Supernova activity topic in each of the four STEM areas.) Participate in a local, state, or national science fair or mathematics competition OR any other equally challenging STEM-oriented competition or workshop approved by your mentor. An example of this would be an X-Prize type competition. (Note: The intent is that upon completion of the Wright Brothers Supernova Award, the Venturer will have participated in two such events.) Working with your mentor, organize and present a Nova awards or other STEM-related program at a Cub Scout den or pack meeting. Be sure to receive permission from the appropriate unit leader. If a Cub Scout den or pack is not available, your presentation may be given to another group. (Note: The intent is that upon completion of the Wright Brothers Supernova Award, the Venturer will have completed two such presentations.) Research a scientific, technical, engineering, or mathematical breakthrough or invention of the past 100 years that has affected our society in a meaningful way. Develop your hypothesis on how this invention might further affect our society during your lifetime. Present either a 30-minute oral report or a 1,500-word written report to your mentor. Submit an application to the district or council Nova or advancement committee for approval. OPTION 2: Second-Level Supernova Award for Venturers and Sea Scouts For those who earned the Dr. Bernard Harris Supernova Award as a registered Boy Scout. Earn the Dr. Bernard Harris Supernova Award while a registered Boy Scout. Complete ONE additional Venturer Nova award for a total of four. (Note: This may be done at any time after becoming a Venturer.) The Venturer Nova award completed should be different from the Boy Scout Nova awards previously completed. Using the guidelines found in the “Venturing STEM Explorations” chapter, complete FOUR of the topics listed above. The four topics must be different from those completed while working on the Dr. Bernard Harris Supernova Award, for a total of eight different topics. (Note: These awards may be earned at any time after becoming a Venturer.) Additional merit badges earned while a Boy Scout may not be used in lieu of the STEM explorations required for this award. Complete TWO additional Supernova activity topics, one each in the two STEM areas not completed for the Harris Supernova Award. (Note: The intent is that upon completion of the Wright Brothers Supernova Award, the Venturer will have completed one Supernova activity topic in each of the four STEM areas.) Participate in a local, state, or national science fair or mathematics competition OR any other equally challenging STEM-oriented competition or workshop approved by your mentor. An example of this would be an X-Prize type competition. (Note: The intent is that, upon completion of the Wright Brothers Supernova Award, the Venturer will have participated in two such events.) Working with your mentor, organize and present a Nova award or other STEM-related program to a Cub Scout den or pack meeting. Be sure to receive permission from the appropriate unit leader. If a Cub Scout den or pack is not available, your presentation may be given to another youth group. (Note: The intent is that upon completion of the Wright Brothers Supernova award the Venturer will have completed two such presentations.) Research a scientific, technical, engineering, or mathematical breakthrough or invention of the past 100 years that has affected our society in a meaningful way. Develop your hypothesis on how this invention might further affect our society during your lifetime. Present either a 30-minute oral report or a 1,500-word written report to your mentor. Submit an application to the district or council Nova or advancement committee for approval. Dr. Albert Einstein Supernova Award NOTE: A youth must be a registered Venturer or Sea Scout when this work is completed in order to this award. Third-Level Supernova Award for Venturers and Sea Scouts Earn either the Thomas Edison Supernova Award while a registered Boy Scout or the Wright Brothers Supernova Award while a registered Venturer. Complete FOUR additional Supernova activity topics, one in each of the four different STEM areas. (Note: The intent is that upon completion of the Dr. Albert Einstein Supernova Award the Venturer will have completed two Supernova activity topics in each of the four STEM areas for a total of eight.) Create and propose a new Nova awards topic for any program (Cub Scout, Webelos, Boy Scouts, or Venturing) comparable to the existing Nova awards topics at that program level. Prepare a written outline for this proposed Nova awards topic and submit it to your mentor. With guidance from your mentor, select an area of current STEM-related concern and develop a research project or experiment related to that area. Prepare a one-page written proposal detailing your scientific hypothesis or engineering objective and your proposed experimental methods, which must be approved by the National STEM in Scouting Committee before you begin work (einstein@scouting.org).  This research project or experiment should be challenging and should require a significant investment of time and effort on your part. (A guideline would be approximately 100 hours.) If your mentor is not a specialist in the area of your project or experiment, he or she will solicit assistance from a specialist who to serve as a STEM consultant. Execute the project or experiment. Prepare a complete and well-documented written report AND an oral presentation. Present both to your mentor and your local council STEM in Scouting committee. Submit an application to the national STEM in Scouting committee for approval. A guide to earning and mentoring the Dr Albert Einstein Supernova Award is available (updated 2020 Feb 05).  Supernova Activity Topics Each STEM field—science, technology, engineering, mathematics—offers a choice of three Supernova activity topics. These are two-part, hands-on, high-level activities created to challenge you and help you continue along your STEM journey to excellence. Part 1 involves research, preparation, set up, coordination, and/or organization. Part 2 includes elements such as analysis, reflection, experimentation, design, or invention, and culminates in a report created by you. Click here to get started. STEM Exploration Requirements Science Technology Engineering Mathematics –> The following requirements apply to any specific STEM field of interest chosen by a Venturer or Sea Scout in the course of completing a Nova or Supernova […]

  Activity Plan 2 for Plan Ahead and Prepare—Explor ing Meal Planning Download Event and Solution Travel Cards (.PDF file) Exploring Pretrip Planning This activity will take approximately 65 minutes. What Your Group Will Learn After participating in this activity plan, which is designed to help participants learn about backcountry travel, they will be […]

Aquatics Local Council Aquatics Committee Aquatics Resources Stay current with Aquatics news in the BSA. Subscribe here. Download the Aquatics Subcommittee eNewsletter Summer 2024  5/02/2024 PADI Dive To Adventure Scholarship Program 2024: To submit your application for the PADI Dive to Adventure Scholarship, CLICK HERE. Whitewater Rafting Award: Learn about the new Whitewater Rafting Award […]

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[…] reduce impacts of their outdoor activities. To start, meet with your troop outdoor ethics advisor or another designated person, and identify the actions you will complete dur ing your term. Fill out the Outdoor Ethics Guide Goals and Evaluation form with your advisor. (See Appendix A.) 1. Explain and Demonstrate Advancement Requirements OUTDOOR ETHICS […]

Quick Concept for Dispose of Waste Properly Activity Plan 1 for Dispose of Waste Properly – Exploring Trash Disposal Information Sheet: “Catholes: Proper Disposal of Human Waste” Exploring Disposal of Human Waste This activity should take approximately 30 to 45 minutes. What Your Group Will Learn After participating in this activity plan, which is […]

Troop Meet ing Activities  During troop meetings, Scouts engage in Scout skill challenges, team building opportunities, patrol games, and troop games. Program Features Activities  There are 48 themed program features in the following categories: Outdoor, Sports, Health and Safety, Citizenship and Personal Development, STEM, and Arts and Hobbies, each with their own set of corresponding activities. Other Troop Outings For other fun troop activities, […]

[…] that can lead to a successful year for your crew: the crew’s annual program plan! It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out what keeps Venturers in the program. They like to have fun, do really cool, challenging activities, travel places, and meet others. However, in order to make all of these things […]

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UPDATED 02/23/22 – The most recent updates are indicated by a diamond in front of the question. In-Person Unit Activities ♦ Q: Should we hold in-person Scouting meetings, outings, or activities? We expect everyone in Scouting to follow the measures listed below, based on CDC guidance. Members, staff, and volunteers must also follow all […]

[…] Webelos-to-Scout Plan Key: CM-Cubmaster PLC-Patrol leaders’ council SM-Scoutmaster SPL-Senior patrol leader TCC-Troop committee chair TG-Troop guide TMC-Troop membership chair WDL-Webelos den leader August Person Responsible 1 Get names, addresses, and telephone numbers of second-year Webelos Scouts. Record the information on the Webelos Scout Tracking form. TMC, WDL, CM 2 Plan a joint Scout troop/Webelos […]

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Quick Concept for Respect Wildlife Explor ing Respect for Wildlife This activity should take about 70 minutes. What Your Group Will Learn After participating in this activity plan, which calls for participants to observe impacts on wildlife, participants will be able to Describe what activities cause impacts to wildlife. Identify the actions that can […]

Leave No Trace teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly.  This copyrighted information has been reprinted with permission from Leave No Trace. Contents Preface and Acknowledgements Why Leave No Trace? Where to Start Tips for Teaching Background on the Leave No Trace Seven Principles Plan Ahead and Prepare Travel and Camp on Durable […]

[…] the print-friendly version here. This is the full PDF version that contains updates as of February 2022. Please refer to the online version for the most updated information. 2024 Updates May Added September 1, 2024 Program Updates to Shooting Sports Section April Updated Scouting’s Barriers to Abuse 2023 Updates   November Updated Safety Afloat […]

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 […]

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Some groups with extensive backcountry experience may already practice the Leave No Trace Seven Pr inciples as a part of their culture. Others might only “car camp.” Some may do a lot of backpacking but have no knowledge of Leave No Trace and consequently may have to overcome a few bad habits. To complicate […]

[…] Guidebook for Post & Club Leaders—Youth & Adult, found on the Exploring homepage under Unit Resources. As a unit commissioner, you can assist them as the council information resource, which will help you build a supportive relationship with the unit’s adult and youth leadership. Who should be involved in this annual planning, and who […]

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Contents Promot ing Service Projects Encouraging Data Collection Using the Data Frequently Asked Questions Promoting Service Projects What are some ways to promote conducting a service project? Promotion cards with the unit’s Journey to Excellence service hours website login codes distributed through annual program launch unit packets. Display booth at annual program launch. Link […]

Scout ing’s Barriers to Abuse The BSA has adopted the following policies for the safety and well-being of its members. These policies primarily protect youth members; however, they also serve to protect adult leaders. All parents and caregivers should understand that our leaders are to abide by these safeguards. Parents and youth are strongly […]

[…] these program adjustments aim to simplify and further standardize range and target activities, thus enhancing the overall experience for Scouts and Scouters alike. Q: Why is the name of shooting sports programs changing to Range & Target Activities? A: This new name reflects both where these activities take place (on established ranges) and what […]

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 the parent or legal guardian are present during the merit badge counseling session.  If more than one Scout is present, all Barriers to Abuse supervision requirements must be met.  Q: If my son or daughter is the only Scout present for a unit fund-raising activity such as neighborhood or storefront sales is supervision by two registered adults still required? A:  No, provided you attend with your child during the entire fundraising activity.  If more than one Scout is present, all Barriers to Abuse supervision requirements must be met.     Q: Why is a female adult 21 years of age or over required whenever female youth are present, but not the other way around? A. The requirement to ensure that a registered female adult is present at activities serving girls is not dissimilar to policies we’ve enacted in the past for Venturing when male and female adult leaders were required for certain co-ed activities. At this time, we believe that these are the best, most appropriate measures for our movement. We hope you understand that these requirements were given substantial and thorough consideration. Q. Do Lion and Tiger Den meetings require two-deep leadership since adult partners are present? A. Yes.  A Lion or Tiger adult partner is not considered a registered leader for meeting two-deep leadership requirements.  Lion or Tiger partners, as well as other pack leaders, provide a pool of adults who could be registered as an assistant den leader to meet this requirement. Q. If only one leader shows up, does that mean we have to cancel the meeting or activity? A. Yes.  This policy is in place to prevent abuse in and out of Scouting.   Adults should never be alone with youth who are not their children. Q: Does a Cub Scout parent or legal guardian have to be a registered leader to participate in a Cub Scout overnight program with their own child/ward? A. No. However, they cannot serve as unit or den two deep leadership or supervision.  Q: What is an adult program participant? A. An adult program participant is an individual aged 18 or older (most often aged 18-20) who is registered as a program participant in which youth members are also eligible to participate (for example Venturing, Sea Scouting, and Exploring). Adult program participants are subject to the same youth protection policies and guidelines as adult Scouters.  Q: I am an adult attending a pack, troop, crew, or ship overnight activity, do I have to be registered? A. Yes, if you participate/stay overnight, you must be currently registered as an adult volunteer or as an adult program participant. Adult volunteers must register in the position(s) they are serving in and be approved by their charter partner where applicable. For example, a parent attending a Scouts BSA campout could register as a committee member, unit Scouter reserve, Assistant Scoutmaster etc, depending on their unit role. Adults may select from the list in the FAQ below of adult leader position options provided in the “Registration Guidebook of the Boy Scouts of America” that is available for their unit type.  Also, see Cub Scout Exception for parents or legal guardians.  The 2024 Registration Guidebook can be found by logging in to MyBSA>Resources>BSA Resources>Registration Resources> Manuals, Resources & Reference Guides.  Q: I am an adult attending a district or council overnight activity, do I have to be registered? A. Yes, if you participate/stay overnight, you must be currently registered as an adult volunteer or an adult program participant. Adult volunteers must register in the position(s) they are serving in. For example, an adult volunteer attending an overnight Order of the Arrow event must be registered in a unit, district, or council position. Adults may select from the list in the FAQ below of adult leader position options provided in the “Registration Guidebook of the Boy Scouts of America” that is available for their unit, district or council position. Registration as a merit badge counselor does not meet this requirement. The 2024 Registration Guidebook can be found by logging in to MyBSA>Resources>BSA Resources>Registration Resources> Manuals, Resources & Reference Guides.  Q: What position should I register in to stay/participate in overnight programs? A. Adults may select from the list below of adult leader position options provided in the “Registration Guidebook of the Boy Scouts of America” that is available for their unit, district or council position. Adult volunteers must register in the position(s) they are serving in.  Adults registering in a unit position must be accepted and approved by the head of the chartered organization or the chartered organization representative. Unit Positions   Assistant Cubmaster Assistant Scoutmaster Assistant Webelos Leader Assistant Den Leader  Chartered Organization Rep.  Committee Chairman  Committee Member  Cubmaster   Den Leader  Explorer Post Advisor  Lion Coordinator  Lion Den Leader  Mate  New Member Coordinator  Pack Trainer  Post Explorer Post Associate Advisor  Post Committee Chairman  Post Committee Member  Principal / Executive Officer  Scoutmaster  Skipper  Tiger Den Leader  Unit Chaplain  Unit College Scouter Reserve  Unit Scouter Reserve  Venturing College Sctr Reserve  Venturing Crew Advisor  Venturing Crew Assoc. Advisor  Webelos Leader   Council and District Positions  Assistant Council Commissioner   Asst Roundtable Commissioner  Asst. District Commissioner  College Scouter Reserve   Council Advisory Council  Council Assistant Treasurer  Council Associate Member  Council Camp Staff (Adult)   Council Camp Staff (Youth)  Council Chaplain  Council Commissioner  Council Committee Member  Council Executive Board Member  Council Expl/LFL Committee Chr  Council Expl/LFL Committee Mbr   Council Honorary Member  Council Member-at-Large  Council President  Council Religious Emblems Coord  Council Scout Alumnus  Council Service Team Chair  Council Service Team Member  Council Treas  Council Vice-President  Dist Exploring/LFL Committee  District Chairman  District Chaplain  District Commissioner  District Exploring / LFL Comm Chr  District Member-at-large  District Religious Emblems Coord  District Service Team Chair  District Service Team Member  District Vice-Chairman  LFL Stem Day Camp Staff (Adult)  LFL STEM Day Camp Staff (Youth)  Neighborhood Chairman  Neighborhood Committee  Roundtable Commissioner  Scouter Reserve  Unit Commissioner  Q: Why does registration as a merit badge counselor not meet the registration requirement to participate/stay overnight? A. A merit badge counselor is an important position supporting Scouts BSA units; however, a merit badge counselor is not a unit position nor does their district/council role require overnight participation. Merit badge counselors may select from the list of adult leader position options provided in the “Registration Guidebook of the Boy Scouts of America” that is available for another role they serve in within their unit, district or council to stay/participate in overnight Scouting events and activities. The 2024 Registration Guidebook can be found by logging in to MyBSA>Resources>BSA Resources>Registration Resources> Manuals, Resources & Reference Guides.  ♦ Q: Do the September 1, 2023, changes mean that third party vendors must be registered with the BSA? A. No.  Youth Protection and supervision remains the responsibility of the unit and […]