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Boy Scouts
Lord Robert Baden-Powell developed a training method which resulted in the foundation of the Boy Scout Movement in 1907. Today, the Scouting Movement is a worldwide movement with the aim of supporting young people in their physical, mental and spiritual development so that they may play constructive roles in society.
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What does the BSA Ecology merit badge look like?
The Boy Scouts of America does not have an Ecology merit badge, but there is an Environmental Science merit badge. That badge has a blue background with the three Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Arrows symbol in white.
See Related Links for Images of the badge, and a list of requirements.
What are the shoulder loops for in boy scouts?
Shoulder loops signify what program the scouts or scouters are in, or if they work at district, council, section, region, or national level.
What are the key factors to survival?
Making adequate plans and being prepared are the most important. If disaster strikes the next most important is to keep a rational and positive mind. Then assess and address your needs in order of immediate danger.
- Stabilize injuries.
- Find or make shelter and, if cold, build fire.
- Find water.
If your injuries are stable, you have warmth and shelter and you have water you can survive for weeks. You can then attend to the last concern - get help and get out:
If it is known where you will be and people are likely to be searching (i.e. if you planned ahead and let people know your plans) stay put and attract attention. Make a signal such as a smoky fire, stamped design on a field of snow or lay out bright tarps or clothes. If a search is unlikely carefully consider and plan your best route out.
What is the Ordeal in the Order of the Arrow?
After being elected to the Order of the Arrow (OA) candidates will usually be recognized in a call out ceremony. They then participate in the Ordeal induction, intended to emphasize brotherhood, service and cheerfulness. During the induction, candidates maintain complete silence, sleep alone overnight, receive small amounts of food and perform camp work projects.* They are then welcomed as Ordeal members in a formal ceremony.
*These details on the Ordeal are made public by the BSA in a fact sheet[linked] and elsewhere on the web.
"Physical hazing and initiations are prohibited and may not be included as part of any Scouting activity ... The BSA does not recognize any secret organizations as part of its program. All aspects of the Scouting program such as Order of the Arrow are open to observation by parents and leaders". -Youth Protection Guidelines for adult leaders and parents, Boy Scouts of America
"If after discussing the ceremony with the lodge advisor, the parent, Scout leader or religious leader continues to have questions about the content of the ceremony, that person will be permitted to read the ceremony text and view the Ordeal's ceremony training DVD. Following this, parents will be in a position to decide whether to allow their son to participate in the ceremony. Nonmembers should not attend the ceremonies." -Order of the Arrow Handbook, Boy Scouts of America
Where is the BSA personal fitness workbook located?
Check out most meritbadge sites or search on MBs or view the related link.
How do you say scout in Japanese?
If you means in sense of talent recruitment, スカウト /su ka u to/ is the noun and スカウトする /su ka u to su ru/ is the verb, which covers all meanings of the word in English. 斥候 /se-kkou/ and 偵察 /tei sa tsu/ as nouns and 斥候する /se-kkou su ru/ and 偵察する /tei sa tsu su ru/ as verbs are its equivalents in Japanese, if you mean in the military sense.
What are the answers to pulp and paper merit badge?
The Pulp and Paper merit badge focuses on the process of producing paper, from the sourcing of raw materials to the recycling of paper products. Scouts learn about the history of paper, types of fibers used, and the environmental impact of paper production. They also engage in hands-on activities such as creating their own paper and understanding the importance of sustainable practices in the paper industry. For specific requirements and answers, refer to the official Boy Scouts of America merit badge pamphlet or website.
Where can I find resources for the Disabilities Awareness merit badge?
If you are a Scout, you should start with the official BSA merit badge booklet for this particular badge (unfortunately, these are not available online). If you are actually working on the badge, your counselor should also be able to point you to more information.
When was The Scout Association of the Bahamas created?
The Scout Association of the Bahamas was created in 1913.
Why were the boy scouts and the girl scouts founded?
Baden Powell specifically wrote his books because he found his new military recruits were clueless about how to function in the outdoors (hence the name "scouts" - it refers to military scouts).
Several scouting movements were actually established in the late 1800's to early 1900's. The unifying themes are that they looked to stimulate an interest and comfort in outdoors activities, promote good moral values, and give children wholesome activities with which to occupy themselves.
Girl Scouts and Girl Guides were founded because girls also wanted to be Scouts. Baden Powell felt that girls should have their own organization, so he chose the name "Girl Guides" and thought that an organization for girls should be run by women so he asked his sister, Agnes Baden-Powell, to help and, in 1910, the Girl Guide movement was formally founded.
What is the way to build a Pinewood Derby car that goes the fastest?
get your local rules first and foremost!!!! read and understand them !!! the speed is in the wheels and axles and the car when finished it should weigh the maximum allowed most times it is 5 ounces. DO THE AXLES AND WHEELS FIRST TAKE YOUR UNCUT PINEWOOD DERBY BLOCK and put it in the oven for 1 hour at 200 degrees F to get rid of moistuer. the more time you spend DOES make a BIG difference. get the tools to help at your scout store get extra wheels too- the're cheap remove burrs from the axles, straighten then flare the nail head ( they have this tool at your local boy scout store)and polish the axles til they shine like a mirror. a drill press is great for this. start with 240 grit sand paper and contiue upwards to emery clothe. use the wheel mandrel in the drill press to to get rid of the bumps on the wheels and make it perfectly round. use the hub bevel inside and outside of the wheel. stuff the axle full of graphite using a testor model paint brush set aside. shape the car wedge cars win the most!! get some lead fishing weights or real car wheel weights to get the car up to weight. the car should weigh 4.3 ounces before paint and wheels. prime paint, let dry 24 hrs. lightly sand 800 grit and prime again, let dry 24 hrs. lightly sand paint, let dry 24, sand paint dry, sand paint dry, sand 2000 grit lightly. glue wheels, let dry test for straight drive and adjust as needed
What happens if you lost your scout handbook?
you have to buy another. Any requirements will probably need to be redone unless your leader will sign off on it
When was the leave no trace policy in effect with the Boy Scouts of America?
The "Leave No Trace" principles have first started becoming commonly articulated in the 1970's and the BSA began advocating for them, at least in certain locations such as the Philmont Scout Ranch almost immediately. The BSA participated in pilot programs in partnership with various organisations in the 1980's
Age appropriate guidelines were adopted and the "BSA Leave No Trace" award established in 2002.
Why did America start scouting?
People came here with the idea from Lord Baden Powell who founded the Boy Scouts in 1907.
Should the wheels be large in the front and back for a pinewood derby car?
You need to use the wheels from the kit. They are all the same size.
What is Robert Baden-Powells nickname?
Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of the Boy Scouts movement, is often affectionately referred to as "BP." This nickname reflects his initials and is commonly used among scouts and in scouting literature. His contributions to youth organizations and outdoor education have left a lasting legacy, making "BP" a recognizable name in scouting history.
What is the worldwide scouting membership?
As of 2021, the worldwide scouting membership is estimated to be around 50 million members. This includes both youth and adult volunteers across more than 170 countries, all part of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM) and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS). Scouting aims to promote youth development, community service, and outdoor skills through a variety of programs and activities. Membership numbers can fluctuate, so it's advisable to check with the official scouting organizations for the most current data.
Why did Boy Scouts let girls in?
Technically "The Boy Scouts" [as in Boy Scouts of America] have not let girls in. Girls cannot be Boy Scouts and they cannot earn ranks such as Eagle Scout.
Venturing is a coed older program of the Boy Scouts of America. While it officially started in 1998, it split of from Exploring, keeping the traditional Scouting areas of Outdoors, Sea Scouts, Hobbies, Sports, and Religious in Venturing.
Sea Scouts is the second oldest program in the BSA, starting in 1912, and falls under Venturing. See the Related Link below.
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The above is true for Boy Scouts of America, however, around the world, the trend has been toward co-educational scouting programs since 1970. In the United Kingdom, the Scout Association has been co-educational at all levels since 1991.
As to why, the World Organization of the Scouting Movement says that since mixed gender relationships are becoming socially acceptable, especially in school and professional life, Scouting has a role to play in helping young people prepare for that mixed social environment and are encouraging National Scout Associations to use a co-educational approach.
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Lady Baden-Powell was Olave, the wife of the founder of the scouting, Lord Baden-Powell. She was also an early leader in the scouting movement holding posts with both her husbands scouting organization and the Girl Guides. 1918 she became the Chief Guide.
Assuming that you are talking about the BSA small arms factory,
November 19th 1940.
