[…] have not already earned.) Discuss with your counselor what kind of science, technology, engineering, and math was used in the adventure or option.     Wolf Cub Scouts Bear Cub Scouts Webelos Scouts Collections and Hobbies A Bear Goes Fishing Earth Rocks! Digging in the Past Bear Picnic Maestro! Germs Alive! Critter Care   […]

[…] being delayed to allow for the 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 […]

FAQs 1. May service be provided by individual Scout and their Family? Yes, of course. If you have identified an opportunity right next door and your smaller working group is the right personal approach; great! Successfully addressing a defined need (even Next Door) will inspire youth and adults in and out of Scouting to […]

[…] BSA training courses specified in the Venturing requirements (NYLT, etc.) may be taken either while a Venturer or while a registered member of another BSA program ( Scouts BSA, Sea Scouting). Third-party trainings/certifications (such as Red Cross first aid training) earned while a registered member of another BSA program may be used to satisfy […]

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 […]

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.

Improvements to Knife Safety in Cub Scouting One of the highlights of the Cub Scout experience has been the Bear Claws Adventure and the Whittling Chip program where Cub Scouts are introduced to pocketknife safety. Improvements to the Cub Scout program include a focus on knife safety with three new elective Adventures.  To use […]

In the latest printing of the  Scouts BSA Handbook, the items highlighted in bold underline below were inadvertently left off the list of qualifying positions of responsibility for the Eagle Scout Award. The requirement should read as follows: EAGLE Rank Requirements While a Life Scout, serve actively in your troop for six months in one or […]

[…] have not already earned.) Discuss with your counselor what kind of science, technology, engineering, and math was used in the adventure or option.     Wolf Cub Scouts Bear Cub Scouts Webelos Scouts Collections and Hobbies Robotics Adventures in Science Germs Alive! Super Science Engineer Motor Away   Game Design     Option A: Do […]

Below are pack meeting plans that can be used if your pack wants to focus on a specific value of the Scout Law.  In addition the meeting plan has a theme to make the meeting fun.  These pack meeting plans can be used in any order.  The meeting plans are a template and may […]

The Boy Scouts of America has established the following guidelines for a safe and quality camping experience. Fundamental guiding principles for camping: Supervision of camping activities must include qualified, registered, adult leadership. At a minimum, one leader present is current in Hazardous Weather Training for all unit types. It is recommended that all leaders […]

[…] 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 those delivered by the National […]

Position-Specific (Role-Based) Courses These courses are designed to help Scouters learn how to effectively carry out their Scouting roles. In most cases, completing the course will make a Scouter “trained” for the role(s) covered in the course. Online and facilitated training is offered. Need to know what are the requirements to be trained for […]

Jamboree-on-the-Air, or JOTA, is the largest Scouting event in the world. It is held annually the third full weekend in October. JOTA uses amateur radio to link Scouts and hams around the world, around the nation, and in your own community. This jamboree requires no travel, other than to a nearby amateur radio operator’s […]

  What Is Jamboree-on-the-Internet? Jamboree-on-the-Internet, or JOTI, is an annual international Scouting event sponsored by the World Organization of the Scout Movement. Each year, during the third weekend in October, Scouts from around the world gather online to learn about other cultures and the activities in which other Scouts participate. They communicate with each […]

General Resources Guide to Advancement, No. 33088 (PDF) Advancement News Advancement Educational Presentations Abilities Digest Advancement Report, No. 34403 Building Effective Advancement Committees, No. 510-756 Eagle Scout Challenge, No. 542-900 Friendstorming on Tour, No. 510-003 Lone Scout Friend and Counselor Guidebook, No. 511-420 On Increasing Advancement, No. 512-047 Troop Resource Survey, No. 512-116 Guide to Awards […]

[…] you set a new record of roundtable attendees. Or on a personal level, maybe your child or grandchild achieved their next rank, went camping, or just continued Scouting Whatever achievement you’ve chosen, consider how much more special it was during the pandemic. This was a tough year for Scouts who made the commitment to […]

Overview To recognize youth members who serve as den chief for at least a year, understand Cub Scouting, attend den chief training, and are active. Who Can Earn This Award? Earned by Scouts BSA members and Venturers. How to Get the Award Complete Service Award progress record in the back of the Den Chief […]

[…] choose one you have not already earned.) Discuss with your counselor what kind of science, technology, engineering, and math was used in the adventure or option. Wolf Scouts: Collections and Hobbies Bear Scouts: Beat of the Drum Webelos Scouts: Looking Back, Looking Forward; Project Family Option A: Some of the objects archaeologists find have […]

  Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America, July 2023 The Boy Scouts of America is the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. Through our world-class programs, we bring together youth of every race, religion, ethnic background, and economic status in programs to develop character, citizenship, and […]

Scouts BSA Chairman Angelique Minett on Troop Talk Live discussed board of review. The Scouts BSA board of review aims to determine the quality of the Scout’s experience and decide whether the requirements to achieve the Scout’s next rank have been fulfilled. Download the file here

[…] Professional position that serves as professional director of operations in specified area within the region. Responsible for membership/relationships and finance as well as quality control of the Scouting program in area-serving designated councils. This is a National Council position. assistant director of field service: Assists the director of field service with a portion of […]

Effective January 15, 2015 This website is provided by Boy Scouts of America and its affiliates (collectively, “BSA”). By accessing this website (the “Site”), you are indicating your acknowledgment and acceptance of these Terms of Use (“TOU”). These Terms of Use are subject to change by BSA at any time in its discretion. This […]

[…] share the personal reflection associated with “Adventures of Faith” with his or her Advisor, including the discussion that takes place at the Advisor conference, nor with members of a board of review. 10.  After your Advisor conference, successfully complete a crew board of review. You may purchase the hard-copy Venturing handbook from ScoutShop.org RANK Tracking Sheet

A total of 21 merit badges (10 more than required for the Life rank) must be earned for the Eagle Scout rank, including these 14 merit badges: (a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in Society, (e) Citizenship in the World, (f) Communication, (g) Cooking, (h) Personal Fitness, […]

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 […]

The Boy Scouts of America is the nation’s foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. Through our world-class programs, we bring together youth of every race, religion, gender, ethnic background, and economic status in programs to develop character, citizenship, and fitness. We work to ensure every youth and adult member has […]

https://youtu.be/2pMPpWuqWtg SUMMARY The Boy Scouts of America and the National Rifle Association (NRA) have worked together for more than 100 years to develop a strong shooting sports program. Many NRA trained men and women in BSA local councils are willing and available to work with units and youth. Too often, individual units want to […]

[…] an important part of the leadership training continuum of BSA local councils throughout America. In 2003 and 2004, a task force of leadership experts and hundreds of Scouts in pilot courses across the nation reviewed and tested every aspect of the new NYLT syllabus, which incorporates the latest leadership ideas and presents fresh, vital […]

[…] have not already earned.) Discuss with your counselor what kind of science, technology, engineering, and math was used in the adventure or option.     Wolf Cub Scouts Bear Cub Scouts Webelos Scouts Collections and Hobbies Super Science Adventures in Science Digging in the Past   Earth Rocks! Grow Something         […]