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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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When was the Aviation merit badge created?
Aviation merit badge was created in 1911. It was discontinued in 1941 and replaced by Aerodynamics, Aeronautics, Airplane Design and Airplane Structure merit badges. These were discontinued in 1952 and merged back into Aviation merit badge.
Is there a varsity letter in Boy Scouting?
The Boy Scouting program includes Varsity Scouting for young men ages 14 to 18 and adds high adventure, sporting, and other elements. The Varsity Letter may be earned by participating in a high adventure or sports program with requirements are set by the Varsity Coach.
In 2020, statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Robert Baden-Powell in Sri Lanka were vandalized amid global protests against colonialism and racism. Following the incidents, the Sri Lankan government condemned the acts and promised to investigate. The statues were subsequently removed for safety reasons, and discussions emerged regarding the historical legacies of these figures in the context of colonial history. As of now, the statues have not been reinstated, and the debate around their significance continues.
Where can one find badges of rank?
If you mean where can you buy them then the answer is at your local scout store. Your pack or troop leadership should be able to direct you to the nearest one.
If you mean where are they located on the uniform then the answer is sewn to the left shirt pocket.
What do Boy Scout uniforms look like?
The full uniform is tannish shirt, pants and belt and socks. Mostly with green or red patches on the chest or arms. In the past the uniforms have been dark green. Scout uniforms look different in different countries, but what is characteristic about all of them is the triangular necker with its ends pulled through a woggle.
Often the boys wear shorts as well. The color of the tie changes depending on what rank they have, and the badges will change for the same reason as well.
Where was the first Scout Jamboree held?
The 1st World Scout Jamboree was held in 1920, and was hosted by the United Kingdom.
The first national jamboree was held in Washington, D.C. for ten days in July 1937,
Where do the Eagle Scout Palms go on the Boy Scout uniform?
Eagle Palms are pinned onto the ribbon of the Eagle Scout medal. If the Eagle Scout is an adult leader, the palms may be pinned to the Eagle Scout knot insignia.
Lord RobertBaden-Powell was a Commander for the English Army near 1900-1907. He used boys 11-17 years old to take battle plans behind enemy lines. He called these boys scouts. The battle plans to the regular eye just looked like a butterfly, but when folded correctly, it revealed what should be done next. After his tour in Africa, he wrote a book called, "Scouting for boys". He founded the Boy Scouts of England in 1907. How did scouting come to America Well, Ernest Seton was a businessman near 1908. He took a trip to England on business. The weather was awful one night, thick pea soup fog everywhere. He was looking for a building, he couldn't see where he was going. Then he met this Boy Scout of Great Britain The scout took the man to the building he was looking for. The man went inside, did his business, and the scout took him to the scouting headquarters at the man's request. The man got out his billfold to tip the scout, and the scout said, "I cannot accept this. This is my good deed for today." This mysterious unnamed scout made such an impression, the businessman wanted to start the Boy Scouts of America. He accomplished this in 1910. The BSA is getting ready to celebrate its 100th year in 2010. We are the only version of Boy Scouts who have ranks.
In short, founded in England in 1907, founded in 1910 in America.
And this is my good turn for today!
What is 1b to railroading merit badge?
Name one Class I or regional railroad. Explain what major cities it serves, the locations of major terminals, service facilities, and crew change points, and the major commodities it carries.
How original Boy Scout handbook has changed?
The original Boy Scout handbook has changed a lot! For one thing, it had very few merit badges, one of which was master of arms (martial arts).
Where can I find resources for the Crime Prevention merit badge?
There is an amazing site- MeritBadgeDotOrg, dedicated to helping scouts advance. They have requirements and worksheets for every merit badge and a great deal more. See the related link to their page for Crime Prevention.
How do you make Cub Scout floodles?
In our district (and I think Council) Floodles are used at Day Camp as a recognition (unlike Girl Scout Swaps which are traded between girls) and each pack makes them. You can give them to another pack who shows spirit, has a neat unit home, or is nice to you in some way. You also give them to the staff as a thank you after each activity.
Staff gives them to packs who are the most well behaved and polite. The staff also has specific floodles for things like clean unit home, etc.
Floodles are anything you can put your pack number on. They have to be able to be attached, usually with a string or safety pin. Packs attach them to a flag, staff attach them to a cord which can be worn around the neck or hung up at their station.
You can get something ready made, like a cheap plastic keychain (a plastic compass is a good example) and just write your pack number on it. You can be very creative and make something out of clay, beads, wood, etc. Paint it, write your pack number, etc. You can create something out of clip art, print it off and laminate it. The possibilities are endless.
Some things to consider: Do NOT use any food, as it will attract critters. Also, although it never rains at Day Camp, it does often mist heavily so things that will hold up to a bit (or a lot!) of moisture are best. If you use water soluble paint, you might want to seal it somehow, and air dry clays are sometimes softened in wet weather.
If you are familiar with Girl Scout Swaps, you know they are generally small, around the size of a half dollar or smaller... Floodles are more the size of a playing card.
Beyond that, anything goes! Have fun, but don't stress: Keep it Simple, Make it Fun!
What does a scribe do in Boy Scouts?
The Scribe keeps the troop records. He records the activities of the patrol leaders' council and keeps a record of dues, advancement, and Scout attendance at troop meetings. He attends the patrol leaders' council but generally is not a voting member.
Are there any pro athletes that are Eagle Scouts?
Yes.
Hank Aaron, William "Bill" Bradley and John Konack are commonly found on lists of famous Eagle scouts. There are plenty of others, for instance, Dennis Pitta of the Baltimore Ravens is one that you do not see commonly mentioned.
What would a Never shot 75th Boy Scout 9422 be worth?
As of October 2011 - A search of ebay's complete auctions shows no past sails.
One recently concluded where the person asked for $2000 but it did not sell. Right now I can find several auctions running for $1200-1500 on gun websites (not ebay) that also have no bidders.
Based on all of this I would guess it is worth somewhere around $1000 with higher values being a stretch.
If you want to sell it soon I would list it for $900-1000 and then relist for less until you get interested. If you are willing to leave it on a site like ebay for a long time I would list higher and let it sit. I would expect less than $1000 (possibly as low as $500) from a gun dealer.
How many boys are registered in Boy Scouts across the world?
As of 2013 the Boy Scouts of America membership is:
- 1,417,034 boys ages 6 to 10 in Cub Scouting
- 888,947 boys ages 11 to 17 in Boy Scouting and Varsity Scouting
- 192,080 young men and women ages 14 to 20 in Venturing and Sea Scouting
Where to place friendship badge cub scouts?
If by "friendship badge" you mean the round, purple badge with the fleur-de-lys, rope, and stars, The BSA call it the "World Crest" and it is worn by all members of the BSA, except Sea Scouts, above the left pocket, centered half ay between the top of the pocket and the shoulder seam.
Sea Scouts do not wear the World Crest at this time on any of their uniforms.
Was Dwight Eisenhower a Boy Scout?
Eisenhower was born in 1890, and the Boy Scouts did not come to the United States until 1910. Eisenhower's son John was a Boy Scout. John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the first scout to become U.S. President.
Yes. .
Rush Limbaugh labelled him, "The last Boy Scout," and, according to the BSA website, he was a youth member of the BSA. He was not an Eagle Scout.
What are Beaver Scouts called in France?
Beaver Scouts are a division of scouting for boys too young for Cub Scouts, often down to the age of 5. They are mostly active by that name in the UK and Canada and are called Castors (French for beaver) in French speaking provinces of Canada.
Scouting in France is governed by several different organizations so this is a more difficult matter to discuss in that country. At least one of the French organizations, Scouts de France, does offer what they consider to be the equivalent of Beaver Scouts called Sarabandes.
Similar sections are in other countries under other names:
Australia has Joeys.
New Zealand has Keas.
Switzerland has unofficial groups called Beaver Scouts, Fünkli, Füchse or Murmeli.
The U.S. has a Tiger Cub program for 1st grade/ 6 year old Scouts. They are testing the idea of Lion Scouts for Kindergarteners (5 years old).
What religion was Robert Baden Powell?
Lord Baden-Powell, the founder of scouting, was the son of an Anglican priest and mathematics professor and a member of the Church of England.
He always held that religion was implicit to the goals of scouting. Initially his writing specified Christianity but as the world scouting movement spread across the globe he broadened his language to include other religions (in scouting - not necessarily his personal views).
"We aim for the practice of Christianity in their everyday life and dealings, and not merely the profession of theology on Sundays." - Scouting for Boys, 1908
"It [religion] does not come in [to scouting] at all. It is already there. It is a fundamental factor underlying Scouting and Guiding." - Religion and the Boy Scout and Girl Guides Movement-- an address, 1926.
