[…] Cody enjoys taking advantage of the various trainings offered through Scouting and has completed numerous prestigious courses such as SBR National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience and The Order of the Arrow’s National Leadership Seminar. Outside of Scouting, Cody is a mechanical engineering student at the University of Cincinnati and an employee of a National Scout Shop. In […]

[…] do we get started on the religious awards programs? Who may serve as a counselor for the religious emblem? What is the adult religious recognition program? Which religious emblem square knot should I wear? What Merit Badges are required for the Eagle Scout rank? What fundraisers are available for Scouts? What is the Order of the Arrow (OA)?

[…] Wilderness (BWCAW) and includes training in conservation, Leave No Trace, field science, and outdoor education. More information    Northern Tier O.A. Wilderness Voyage and Canadian Odyssey The Order of the Arrow Wilderness Voyage and Canadian Odyssey programs are an experience like no other. For two weeks, Arrowmen from around the country join together and give back to […]

[…] Florida Sea Base Camping and Lodging Rustic Tents Luxury Deluxe Tents Bunkhouse Rooms Hotel-style Rooms Activities Climbing Horseback Ziplining Swimming Boating Fishing Biking Sightseeing BSA Sites Scout Life NESA National Scouting Museum Order of the Arrow Scouting Magazine Information FAC Official Content Rules Press Release Family Adventure Camp The Summit Bechtel Reserve Florida Sea Base Philmont Scout Ranch

[…] Natural Resources. Special thanks go to Donald M. Gale, chairman of Leave No Trace for the Utah National Parks Council and advisor for the Tu-Cubin-Noonie Lodge of Order of the Arrow, for developing the prototype of these materials. Information for these materials was extracted from Teaching Leave No Trace, a booklet published by the Bureau of Land […]

[…] participant in the BSA Pistol Safety and Marksmanship program.  Shooting Sports and National Camping School/NCAP Shooting Sports is an important part of our BSA camping operations. In order to have a safe and fun shooting sports program, the BSA has set forth safety standards and training for all volunteers and staff who will be […]

[…] Scout Committee to recognize outstanding service to the World Scout Movement. Additionally, Sorrels has been named a Baden Powell Fellow and a Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow. Sorrels follows recent national commissioners Ellie Morrison (2018-2020) and Charles W. Dahlquist II (2016-2018) President and Chief Executive Officer Roger A. Krone Roger A. Krone is […]

[…] creating a sense of belonging, and it’s where a Scout gets to display his awards and rank achievements. Check out the interactive uniform builder. Uniforms can be ordered online or in person at the local Scout shop. Additional supplies and equipment may be needed for certain activities such as camping trips or field days. […]

[…] Scout Oath and Law Annual Health and Medical Record Outdoor Ethics Guide Guide to Awards and Insignia Scoutcast Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook National High Adventure Bases Order of the Arrow Resources for Scouts Scout Oath and Law Guide to Safe Scouting Uniform Inspection Sheet (PDF) Outdoor Ethics Guide BSA Fieldbook (2014) Printed book from ScoutShop.org For […]

[…] event sponsored by the World Organization of the Scout Movement. Scouts from around the world communicate with each other using amateur or “ham” radio. NOAC The National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) is a major biannual event for members of Scouting’s national honor society. World Jamboree The World Scout Jamboree is a gathering of the World […]

[…] the characteristics listed below and then list the names and addresses of the people who you feel would make good campmasters. Recruit at camporees, roundtables, summer camp, Order of the Arrow functions, etc. Campmaster Characteristics Would have an interest in assisting units at camp two to four weekends a year Is not presently a unit leader or […]

[…] needs or disabilities (SND) between parents, unit leaders, and camp staff; helping adult volunteers outside your unit. Enhancing Awareness Seabase Keys Experience, Philmont Zia Program, 2022 National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC). Awareness Events: Philmont SND Conferences, SND Roundtable, and Fall national SND training conference. Recognizing Abilities: The Torch of Gold Award. Volume 8 – 2021 […]

[…] and sharks in peril. Sea Base scuba participants also have the opportunity to participate in fish counts. Data collected is shared with the Reef Environmental Foundation.   Order of the Arrow Ocean Adventure This 10-day OA program provides an array of service opportunities that include work helping to develop the Florida Keys Heritage Trail, removing invasive species […]

[…] you will have the opportunity work on other conservation projects and participate in some classic Philmont programs as you spend a week exploring the ranch. Info: https://www.philmontscoutranch.org/philmonttreks/individualprograms/tct/ Order of the Arrow Trail Crew Join a crew of Arrowmen in cheerful service on this 14-day adventure. Your trip starts with a week of trail construction on the flanks of […]

[…] Scouts BSA Branding Dos and Don’ts Scouts BSA Interest Page Family Scouting Overview Infographic “What’s Changing, What’s Not” Infographic FAQ Program Updates Scouts BSA Photos and Videos Order of the Arrow Membership Changes Infographic *Program name effective February 2019. Scout Me In Assets Official News Release (Scouting Newsroom) Scout Me In Campaign Overview (PDF) Scout Me In […]

[…] Sirhal Training Relationships Kris Zahrobsky Alumni Elwin Spray Civic / Community Jim Virgin Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Reece Kilbey International Carol McCarthy  Latter-day Saints J. Dan McCarthy Order of the Arrow BSA Aaron Stockwell Religious David Bush Scouts BSA T.W. Cook Sea Scouts BSA Marybeth Chaconas STEM BSA Dinh Thien Tran Vietnamese NVOA Meet Your NVOA Officers […]

[…] president (or Advisor, if you are the president). Participate in or serve on staff for leadership training such as National Youth Leadership Training, National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience, Order of the Arrow National Leadership Seminar, Sea Scout SEAL Training, or Wood Badge (for Venturers 18 or older). You may also participate in non-BSA leadership training courses such as […]

[…] I recall learning how to ski and earning skiing merit badge and also learning valuable Scouting skills at KISC. I also participated in many Klondike Derbies and Order of the Arrow (OA) Chapter events there and earned my Brotherhood in the OA.  As a current member of BSA’s International Committee, I serve as BSA’s representative to KISC […]

[…] have once-in-a-lifetime experiences and enjoy the great outdoors together.   Destinations The Summit Bechtel Reserve Philmont Scout Ranch Florida Sea Base Camping and Lodging Rustic Tents Luxury Deluxe Tents Bunkhouse Rooms Hotel-style Rooms Activities Climbing Horseback Ziplining Swimming Boating Fishing Biking Sightseeing BSA Sites Scout Life NESA National Scouting Museum Order of the Arrow Scouting Magazine LogoAFC LogoAFC

The International Committee is enumerated as a Special Committee of the Boy Scouts of America, established to ensure that the BSA is well represented abroad and that our Scouts at home can benefit from the wonderful events and initiatives happening around the world.   The BSA International Committee is chaired and led by the […]

[…] Review Campfires Ceremonies Courts of Honor Demonstrate Scout Spirit Individual Scouting Advancement Plan (ISAP) New Intro to Leadership Skills for Troop Training (ILST) New Member Coordinator (NMC) Order of the Arrow Pre-opening Gathering Period for SPL Announcements Recognizing and Appreciating your “Behind the Scenes Leaders” Recruiting a Great Committee The Scoutmasters Minute Tips for Out of State […]

[…] leader in Scouts, BSA Troop 1131B. Matthew organized this Eagle Scout Project and he recruited twenty-two scouts from Troop 1131, members of the Patriot Chapter in the Order of the Arrow, and members of other troops in the Patriot District of the National Capital Area Council, BSA.  Mathew organized his volunteers into three teams dispatched to  two […]

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[…] the front of the Webelos cap. Capitalize the name of the Adventure but not the word “pin”: “Present the Castaway Adventure pin.” adviser/Adviser A member of the Order of the Arrow who is at least 21 years of age; is responsible to the Scout executive; supervises the program; and guides, counsels, and teaches an Order of the […]

[…] the front of the Webelos cap. Capitalize the name of the Adventure but not the word “pin”: “Present the Castaway Adventure pin.” adviser/Adviser A member of the Order of the Arrow who is at least 21 years of age; is responsible to the Scout executive; supervises the program; and guides, counsels, and teaches an Order of the […]

[…] the front of the Webelos cap. Capitalize the name of the Adventure but not the word “pin”: “Present the Castaway Adventure pin.” adviser/Adviser A member of the Order of the Arrow who is at least 21 years of age; is responsible to the Scout executive; supervises the program; and guides, counsels, and teaches an Order of the […]

For over 100 years, the Order of the Arrow (OA) has recognized Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. This recognition provides encouragement for others to live these ideals as well. Arrowmen are known for maintaining camping traditions and spirit, promoting year-round and long term resident camping, and providing […]