[…] and child protective services. State law may require additional reporting. This reporting duty cannot be delegated to any other person. Reporting to the Scout executive or Scouts First Helpline ensures that follow-up can occur for the safety of our youth. Scout executives and Scouts First coordinate follow-up actions. Scouts First Helpline As part of […]

Q. Which ECSI training programs meet the Boy Scouts of America’s training requirements? A. The following ECSI CPR/AED and first aid training materials meet Boy Scouts of America training requirements and are designed to fully support membership. They will help provide Scouts with the tools needed to gain the knowledge and skills required to […]

[…] councils to support those positions.    FREQUENTLY ASKED PACK, TROOP, CREW, AND SHIP QUESTIONS   Q: Are there STEM Nova awards for Lions (Kindergarten) and Tigers ( First Grade)? A: No.  The Nova Awards for Cub Scouts begins with the Wolf (Second Grade) year. Q: Can youth get credit for a previously earned merit […]

SUMMARY Being prepared in Scouting often means being ready to render first aid. As we go farther into the backcountry with our units, some additional training is needed. Wilderness first aid (WFA), the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and using available resources when professional responders may […]

[…] all families should participate.  This meeting should be held in June or July to plan all the pack meetings and pack activities for the coming program year.   Rank Requirements The following required adventures have a requirement that may be completed at a pack meeting. There are also elective adventures that have a requirement that […]

Rank Focus: Leadership At this level, you will demonstrate your leadership skills by organizing and guiding the crew on adventures. You will continue to deliver service to others, including your crew— to ensure that it remains a strong a viable team. The goals you set and achieve will continue to help you grow […]

The Boy Scouts of America offers an online member and unit renewal process.  Listed below are several resources to assist with smooth and improved renewal processes.  All units and members currently registered with the BSA need to complete this process on a yearly basis. Use these resources to help your unit’s renewal. You can also […]

[…] councils should arrange alternate dates for the events that do not conflict with that religion’s holidays. Islamic, Jewish and some other observances begin at sundown on the first day listed and generally end at sundown the next day. Sun   Mon   Tue   Wed   Thu   Fri   Sat       […]

[…] 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 […]

[…] exit the water, all within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Requirements Complete the following requirements within a 120-day period: Show evidence of current training in American Red Cross First Aid and American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent. Show evidence of current training in the BSA online module for Safe Swim Defense. […]

[…] the Venturing Silver Award (the square knot for the Summit Rank is the same as the Venturing Silver Award). **Scouts BSA Ranks and Venturing: Venturers who earned First Class rank as registered Scouts are qualified until their 18th birthday to continue with Scouts BSA advancement through Venturing. If you have any specific uniform questions, […]

[…] III adventures at the crew, district, council, area, regional, or national level.   2.  Complete the following: Complete a standard CPR course such as American Red Cross – First Aid/CPR/AED for Schools and the Community or the American Heart Association – Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED or an equivalent course. Complete a standard first aid course […]

[…] involved in a couple of national committees such as the National Venturing Communications Committee as well as the BSA Alumni Committee as well. Conner: How did you first get involved in Scouting? Jean: So, I actually first got involved when my brother was involved. He’s younger than me, five years younger than me. I […]

[…] in the middle of a challenge. For the Scout to be successful there has to be trust between a Scout, the unit leaders, and the family.  At first, that trust is built by how you, as a unit adult leader, provide a role model and set an example for other leaders in your unit […]

[…] College Developing responsible citizenship, character, and self-reliance, Hampden-Sydney College embraces the values also shared by Scouting. Every year at H-SC, approximately 35 freshmen, 10% of the entering class, have attained the rank of Eagle Scout-among the highest percentages at any college or university in the country. Any accepted Eagle Scout who attends Hampden-Sydney College […]

[…] careful consideration and evaluation of feedback received from a wide variety of commenters on the draft requirements. Until further notice, all Scouts working on the Eagle Scout rank should continue to use current rank requirements. Once the Eagle-required Diversity, Equity and Inclusion merit badge is introduced, Scouts in the process of earning the rank […]

[…] left shirt pocket of the Scout uniform. The medallion is pinned over the square knot for full uniform occasions. How do we get started on these programs? First, youth members must obtain the specific booklet for their religion. This booklet will contain information on all the lessons and service projects that they will need […]

The New Troop’s First Campout This guided campout and training session for new Scout troops is designed to give them a good beginning in their first camping experience. This program can be done under the supervision of the campmaster corps. An effective and satisfying outdoor program is vital to the success of any Scout […]

[…] teach Scouts how to provide life-saving care in the event of an emergency. ECSI offers engaging and effective training programs that meet BSA training requirements for CPR/AED, first aid, and wilderness first aid. It also offers free instructor reciprocity for those with adequate teaching experience. Instructor Development course materials are also available for those […]

[…] complement our existing youth-protection measures. The Protect Yourself Rules videos replace the Cyber Chip requirement for the Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, and Arrow of Light badges of rank.  For the rank advancement requirement, you do not need to earn the adventure.  If you do earn the adventure you have completed the rank requirement.  When […]

The current edition of the Scouts BSA Requirements book lists the official set of requirements for rank advancement and for each individual merit badge. However, updated merit badge requirements will sometimes be made available on Scouting.org before the Scouts BSA Requirements book is published. Scouts may use, or switch to, these updated requirements.

The window for Eagle boards of review of the Inaugural Class of Female Eagle Scouts is from October 1, 2020 to February 8, 2021. As such, all Eagle Scout credentials will be dated February 8, 2021 so that we commemorate this milestone alongside the recognized “birthday” of the Boy Scouts of America.   This adjustment was implemented so that Scouts were not unfairly prohibited from […]

Guidelines Safety Safety must be the first consideration in all situations involving hot-air balloons. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and regulations are specific regarding the safe performance of any aircraft, and the judgment of a qualified pilot is vital to ensure the safe operation of a hot-air balloon. Tethered balloon events must comply with […]

[…] UP, KNOCK IT DOWN GIZMOS AND GADGETS I’LL DO IT MYSELF ON YOUR MARK PICK MY PATH READY SET GROW RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE Tiger Adventures for First Graders Required Adventures for Tiger MY TIGER JUNGLE GAMES TIGERS PLAY TIGER CIRCLES; DUTY TO GOD TEAM TIGER TIGER BITES TIGERS IN THE WILD Elective Adventures […]

  When Reece Kilbey asked me if I wanted to write a blog about all I have done in Scouting my first reaction was: “No, I don’t think anybody would be interested”, but then I thought that it would be fun to record my journey from a little girl in Nazi Germany to Bronze […]

[…] have a question or concern about an individual Scout and want to know more about him or her, reach out to the adults from the unit.   First, look around your program area. In some instances, a family member, caregiver, or unit leader is discreetly watching their Scout from a distance.  Feel free to […]

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.  

[…] Give details about the gathering (Unit Meeting, Council Camping, etc.). Mitigation Strategies: Outline COVID-19 prevention measures you had in place (screening, masks, etc.). What does “Scout rendered first aid” mean? “Scout rendered first aid” is limited to basic medical interventions that scouts are trained to perform. Anything beyond these basic actions, or any actions […]

[…] information here will help you get off to the right start. This brochure is designed to help new families understand the basics of Cub Scouting when they first join. The Cub Scout Leader Book provides details on how to organize and deliver the Cub Scout program.  Updated in 2023.  Click here for the free PDF version.  […]

[…] various programs and adult volunteer service. Special recognition pins are available for benchmark periods such as each five and 10 years. Whittling Chip Beginning at the Bear rank (third grade), Cub Scouts may earn the Whittling Chip. This is a required training for Scouts in order to use and carry a pocketknife during Scouting […]