Scouting History
Published in various editions since 1908, this instruction manual for good citizenship detailed the methods behind B-P's great scout experiment.
"Scouting for Boys"
Among other things, this set of 7 principles helps 2nd Class Scouts remember to travel and camp on durable surfaces and respect wildlife.
Leave No Trace
The maximum difference in years between two youth tent-mates.
2 years
This fictional scout was described as having found his life purpose, not through the Merit Badge program, but upon his discovery of the Cross of Coronado.
Indiana Jones
The location where the majority of scouting is meant to take place
Outdoors
B-P was inspired by this Kipling novel when crafting the Cub Scouting Program. Akela would approve!
"Jungle Book"
The rank of Scout requires us to detail the parts of the first class badge, including this French symbol that reminds us to keep our moral compass pointed North.
Fleur-de-lis
Safe Swim Defense
Norman Rockwell.
This method of scouting simultaneously promotes unity between scouts and individuality through recognition.
Uniform
"Tracking" and "Carpentry" were counted among Merit Badges re-introduced for one year only in 2010 to celebrate this event.
BSA's Centennial Year
Tenderfoot Scouts know the treatment for this injury, which involves removing tight clothing, remaining calm, and de-elevating the afflicted area.
venomous snakebite
Do you know your A, B, C's? If not, you'll want to complete this document, required by all participants who participate in a scouting activity.
Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR)
An entrepreneur, publisher, explorer, and, following a fatefully foggy adventure in London, the founder of the American branch of scouting's movement.
William D. Boyce
Not "a" way to run a scout troop. The only way.
The Patrol Method
Since its opening in 2013, this high adventure base has been the home of the National Jamboree.
Summit Bechtel Reserve
Tenderfoot Scouts feel pretty sharp after learning this 4 step acronym for skills instruction.
the EDGE method
(Explain, Demonstrate, Guide, Enable)
In addition to the Oath, Law, and Motto, adult leaders are expected to comply this 10 point charge to scouting safety. Check out the boards in the office if you need a refresher!
the Scouter Code of Conduct
Alongside his assistant, Carol Edson, this scouter is most notable for founding scouting's national honor society.
E. Urner Goodman
To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over the course of their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and law.
The Mission of the Boy Scouts of America
Because this colorful location hosted B-P's scouting experiment, it is now often referred to as the birthplace of the scouting movement.
Brownsea Island
Make an X and cross it to form this 1st Class knot, used to start several lashings.
To ensure the safety of participants, the BSA expects leaders to use this aptly named 4 point acronym.
SAFE
(Supervision, Assessment, Fitness and skill, Equipment and environment)
Adapting his "Woodcraft Manual" to fit the scouting movement, this author cemented his place in scouting history by writing the BSA's first handbook.
Ernest Thompson Seton
The fourth stage of BSA's Advancement process, following instruction, assessment, and review.
recognition