[…] them – help recognize and celebrate success and retain commissioners. Everything needed to conduct commissioning ceremonies is just a click away: https://www.scouting.org/commissioners/recognition/commission/ Commissioner Recognition Commissioner recognition and this awards and recognition website have three objectives: Establish recognition opportunities for all commissioners. Establish consistent requirements that incorporate the contemporary tools and techniques commissioners use. Provide easy access to […]

[…]       Conservation Good Turn Award Application               Conservation Good Turn Award Application – Fillable   Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Awards For Scouts and units that want to take their conservation work to a higher level, the Scouting America Distinguished Conservation Service Award program encourages and recognizes […]

[…] (particularly for Cub Scouts) Who Can Earn This Award? Although many Councils offer special award programs for cold weather camping, there are no national standards for such awards. The availability of such an award program is determined by local Councils along with the requirements (which vary widely). Similarly, the name of the award is […]

[…] advisors is the official green Venturing shirt and gray backpacking-style shorts or gray casual pants. If the crew chooses to wear the green Venturing shirts, the official Guide to Awards and Insignia must be followed. Venturing’s recommended uniform includes two distinct styles: the “field uniform” and the “activity uniform”. The field uniform consists of the green Venturing […]

Awards Awards Central Journey To Excellence Religious Emblems Programs Scholarships Awards Click here to visit Awards Central, Scouting America’s repository for information about official awards and recognitions. Get up-to-date information about BSA-related awards, including award applications and nomination forms. Those interested in proposing a new award should complete an Award Proposal Application, which includes […]

[…] Inclusion Toolbox Module: BB-5:Handicrafts & STEM hand work Website: https://ablescouts.org/toolbox/bb-5/ Special Needs Camps Pilot Program Inclusion Toolbox Module: Add Toolbox Module Website: Coming Soon Website: Place Link here Awards Scouting America has several awards specifically designed to recognize adults who dedicate their time and effort to supporting Scouts with special needs and promoting inclusivity within […]

[…] bestow this award on them.” Recognition of the Silver World Award recipients for 2025 will be made at Scouting America’s National Annual Meeting during the Silver Buffalo Awards dinner on Thursday, May 15th in Orlando, Florida. Awardees are: Asociación de Scouts del Ecuador Eduardo Erazo, President of the Scout Association Javier Leon, International Commissioner […]

  This page is currently being updated by members of the National Commissioner Service Team. Please email commissionerserviceteam@scouting.org with any questions. These Resources are here to help commissioners provide the best service to Units by having the most up to date information and be aware of any updates to the programs as they happen. Cub Scouting What’s […]

[…] to conducting such activities. Safe Scouting Guide Digital Tools Scoutbook Once you are a registered Den Leader, Scoutbook is your online resource to assist you with tracking and reporting awards for the youth in your den.  In addition, it provides the ability to set up calendars and reminders to parents for events and activities. Scoutbook is […]

[…] to conducting such activities. Safe Scouting Guide Digital Tools Scoutbook Once you are a registered Den Leader, Scoutbook is your online resource to assist you with tracking and reporting awards for the youth in your den.  In addition, it provides the ability to set up calendars and reminders to parents for events and activities. Scoutbook is […]

[…] to conducting such activities. Safe Scouting Guide Digital Tools Scoutbook Once you are a registered Den Leader, Scoutbook is your online resource to assist you with tracking and reporting awards for the youth in your den.  In addition, it provides the ability to set up calendars and reminders to parents for events and activities. Scoutbook is […]

[…] to conducting such activities. Safe Scouting Guide Digital Tools Scoutbook Once you are a registered Den Leader, Scoutbook is your online resource to assist you with tracking and reporting awards for the youth in your den.  In addition, it provides the ability to set up calendars and reminders to parents for events and activities. Scoutbook is […]

[…] been made closer to home. Who Can Earn This Award? Presented by council NESA committees to deserving Eagle Scouts. How to Get the Award Every council that awards one to 100 Eagle Scouts in one calendar year may present two NOESA honors in the following calendar year. A council with 101 to 200 Eagle […]

[…] to conducting such activities. Safe Scouting Guide Digital Tools Scoutbook Once you are a registered Den Leader, Scoutbook is your online resource to assist you with tracking and reporting awards for the youth in your den.  In addition, it provides the ability to set up calendars and reminders to parents for events and activities. Scoutbook is […]

[…] and as an adult volunteer. For years, local councils have processed Veteran Scouter Award for individuals celebrating their 5, 10, 15- & 20-year milestones of registration. However, awards at the 25-year or higher level were only processed at the National Service Center. To streamline and simplify the process, effective October 1, local councils will […]

[…] can work with outside consultants such as a SCUBA diving instructor, for instance. Advisors and consultants must sign a Ranger candidate’s record sheet found in the Venturing Awards and Recognition Handbook. Venturers who have completed the requirements should have their Advisor review the  completed requirements, verify completion of the award, and order the award […]

[…] completed to satisfy the requirements of the Venturing, Discovery, Pathfinder, or Summit Ranks may be also used to satisfy the requirements of the TRUST, Ranger, and Quest Awards. The capstone service project designed and led by Summit Rank candidates must be a different service project than one carried out for the Eagle Scout Award, […]

[…] In addition to creating a sense of belonging, the uniform gives a Scout the ability to display their personal achievements. Learn About the Cub Scout Uniform Adult Awards There are various awards for those who serve as Scout volunteer leaders.  Some have specific requirements and are earned, while others are awarded for exceptional service.  […]

[…] service hours were added to Life Scout advancement requirements. Completing conservation service was also added to the Cub Scout, Scout, and Venturer and Sea Scout World Conservation Awards. OUTDOOR ETHICS GUIDE ACTIONS  Ask your unit to obtain a copy of the Conservation Handbook for your library. Become familiar with what conservation is and the […]

What is Messengers of Peace? Messengers of Peace is a World Scout Committee initiative designed to promote and recognize service projects that contribute to world peace. What is the program’s goal? The goal of Messengers of Peace is to inspire millions of young men and women throughout the world to work closer toward achieving peace. […]

[…] and as an adult volunteer. For years, local councils have processed Veteran Scouter Award for individuals celebrating their 5, 10, 15- & 20-year milestones of registration. However, awards at the 25-year or higher level were only processed at the National Service Center. To streamline and simplify the process, effective October 1, 2020 local councils will now […]

[…] their field. Who Can Earn This Award? Presented to Eagle Scouts who have distinguished themselves nationally. How To Get the Award Presented by NESA and host council; awards paid for by local council. Supply Item Description & Uniform Placement Distinctive cast plaque; red, white, and blue ribbon with pendant; Distinguished Eagle device worn on […]

[…] Tiger Cub den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, and Webelos den leaders. Who Can Earn This Award? Den leaders. How to Get the Award Some councils present awards at no cost; others sell awards. Supply Item Description and Uniform Placement Medal; Knot: Den Leader Award, gold knot on blue, No. 5016. Tiger Cub Device; […]

[…] done your best. ‘Be prepared’ in this way to live happy and die happy—stick to your Scout Promise always—even after you have ceased to be a boy—and God help you do it. Farewell letter to Scouts of the World, Lord Baden-Powell This module is for parents and guardians who are new to the Scouting […]

[…] updates to Commissioners Tools, including elimination of unit health scoring and implementation of a new “District Dashboard” New approaches to recruiting and deploying commissioners Revisions to commissioner awards and recognition Revisions to commissioner training Updates of commissioner resources (manuals and web pages) The unit leaders we serve need effective commissioners focused on impact, not […]

CLICK HERE FOR A PDF VERSION OF THE GRAPHIC ABOVE. On the advancement trail, a Cub Scout progresses towards a badge of rank based on their grade. They need not have earned the previous rank in order to earn the next.  To earn each badge of rank a Cub Scout earns the six required Adventures […]

Several uniform insignia and awards are available to show a Scout’s involvement in the world Scouting movement: Awards An emblem of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, the World Crest may be worn by all registered youth members and adult leaders as a symbol of their membership in a worldwide Scouting brotherhood. A […]

[…] three or more years of service in any Scouting capacity related to Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and/or Venturers with disabilities How To Get the Award Wood Services Awards Committee, National Special Needs and Disabilities Committee Supply Item Description & Uniform Placement Appropriate recognition will be supplied by the sponsor, the Woods Services Foundation, to […]

[…] How To Get the Award Completed nomination form is submitted to local council for Scout executive approval then submitted electronically to the National Court of Honor via Awards@scouting.org; awards are presented each year at a noteworthy national service territory meeting or national event or meeting, but only after approval of the award by the […]

[…] future, do more of the good things. How to make it better – Ask yourself, what would have made it better? Write that down for the next time. Awards Depending on what activities you did on your Adventure, it is likely you could have achieved an award. Sometime, that is the purpose of the Adventure, say […]