General Scouting
When was the BSA founded?
1910
Three steps for treating a cut or scrape.
Clean, disinfect, bandage.
How many people are allowed in an axe yard?
One and only one.
Samuel, AQ staff.
Greg, Scoutcraft staff.
Darwin, CIT, (or C.O.P.E.)
Name a scouting program other than Scouts BSA.
Venturing, Sea Scouts, or Exploring.
Name the seven ranks in order.
Scout
Tenderfoot
Second Class
First Class
Star
Life
Eagle
In what situation would you use a tourniquet?
Extreme bleeding from a limb. (Last resort option)
Name the three key chemical components of a fire.
Oxygen, heat, fuel.
Name two COPE merit badges.
Climbing, cycling, sports, physical fitness.
What is the name of Scouting's nation honor society?
The Order of the Arrow.
What is an Eagle Palm awarded for?
Earning more than the minimum amount of merit badges.
What knot is known as a rescue knot and why?
The bowline, because it will not constrict on body parts.
Describe a suitable tenting spot. (at least 3 details.)
What is the name of Staff Site at Goose Pond?
Pawnee.
Name the four main national high adventure bases.
Philmont, Sea Base, Northern Tier, Summit Bechtel Reserve.
1984
What does the acronym R.I.C.E. stand for and what is it for?
Sprains and strains.
Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation
What is R-value?
Name all areas at summer camp and their 2024 directors.
Aquatics, Jacob Rogers.
Scoutcraft, Noah Sinclair.
Nature, Ian Padden.
COPE, Sheila Bender.
Handicraft, Meghan Gownley OR Allison Van-Pelt.
Shooting Sports, Bill Muchal.
Name a discontinued scouting program.
How many total merit badges are there?
Exact number
138
Name all the steps of CPR.
Check the scene.
Check for consciousness.
Call 911.
Check pulse and breathing.
Begin chest compressions.
Name the seven components of Leave No Trace and demonstrate their hand signals.
Plan ahead.
Walk/Camp on durable surfaces.
Pack in what you pack out/pick up your trash.
Take only pictures, leave only footprints.
Minimize campfire impact.
Be respectful of wildlife.
Be respectful of other campers.
Liam
What is the highest rank in the UK's scouting program?
King's/Queen's Scout.