Scouting Basics
What is the Boy Scout Motto?
"Be Prepared"
Name three ways to start a fire.
Flint and steel, matches, fire starter, bow drill, lighter (any three)
What are the six ranks before Eagle?
Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life
Who founded the Boy Scouts?
Robert Baden-Powell
Name one essential piece of camping gear.
Backpack, tent, sleeping bag, water bottle, flashlight, etc.
What is the scout slogan
"Do a good turn daily"
Name four types of knots used in Scouting.
Square knot, bowline, clove hitch, taut-line hitch, sheet bend, etc. (any four)
How many merit badges are required for Eagle?
21 merit badges (including 14 required ones).
In what year did the Boy Scouts of America admit its first female members?
The Boy Scouts of America officially admitted female members in 2019 through the Scouts BSA program.
What is the purpose of a tent footprint (tarp under the tent)?
It protects the bottom of a tent from moisture and damage.
How many fingers are used in the Scout Sign?
Three fingers
What do you do if you get lost in the woods?
Stay in one place, use a whistle, make yourself visible, signal for help.
At what rank is a Scout required to serve in a leadership position for the first time?
At the Star rank, Scouts are required to serve in a leadership position (e.g., Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, etc.).
In what year was the BSA founded?
1910
What is the safest way to store food in bear country?
Use a bear canister or hang food in a bear bag at least 10 feet high and 4 feet from the trunk of a tree.(Bear box/bear bag)
What are the four steps of the BSA EDGE Method?
Explain, Demonstrate, Guide, Enable.
What is the universal distress signal in the wilderness?
Three of anything—three whistle blasts, three flashes of light, or three signal fires—indicating you need help.
What is the minimum number of merit badges required for the Life rank?
At least 11 merit badges (including 7 required and 4 elective badges).
Which U.S. president was the first to become a Boy Scout Honorary President?
The first U.S. president to become an Honorary President of the Boy Scouts of America was Theodore Roosevelt.
How many quarts of water should a person drink per day while hiking?
2-4 quarts (or liters), depending on conditions.
What does COPE stand for?
Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience
How do you perform CPR?
Check for breathing, call 911, begin chest compressions (30 compressions, 2 breaths, repeat).
What is the minimum number of service hours required for the Eagle Scout rank?
A minimum of 6 hours of service is required for the Eagle Scout rank, though the Eagle Scout service project often involves significantly more time.
What is the highest honor in the Order of the Arrow?
Vigil Honor
What are the key components of the “10 Essentials” for outdoor survival (name 7)?
Map and compass, Sun protection, Extra clothing, Flashlight, First-aid kit, Matches and fire starters, Pocketknife, Trail food, Water bottle, Rain gear