Requirements below are a brief paraphrasing of the more detailed requirements in the various editions of the boy scout handbooks. Of those 3 badges, 1 was released in 2014, and two others were released in february and may, 2015. Youll also be current on all revised requirements and minor updates affecting merit badges. The meals prepared for cooking merit badge requirements 5, 6, and 7 will count only toward fulfilling those requirements and will not count toward rank advancement. If you need more space, please use an additional registration form. The boy scouts of america could not exist without your special kind of interest and dedication. Please send questions and comments to email protected. Meals prepared for rank advancement may not count toward the cooking merit badge. Last year 2014 saw the introduction of a new venturing awards. In the scout oath, boy scouts promise to keep themselves physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. For boy scouting and varsity scouting, check the latest annual edition of boy scout requirements, no. The guide to advancement 2015 and the current edition of boy scout requirements are the official boy scouts of america sources on boy scout advancement procedures when there is a conflict between two published lists of requirements, such as boy scout requirements bsa publication no. Scout rank requirementscomparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scouting adventure note. Numbers indicate requirements to be completed in advance with proof to be presented to the counselor.
Pin on cub scout bobcat requirements 2015 and beyond. The boy scout handbook centenial edition 12th edition spiralbound january 1, 2009. While the scuba bsa program is open to qualified participants of boy scout age, additional scuba training as a bsa activity. You got a first look at the boy scout requirement changes way back in january 2014. Refer to the requirements contained in the 2014 boy scout requirements book 1. This coming cub scout year, the rising bobcats along with many seasoned cub scouts and scouters will be learning the scout. An online searchable and downloadable pdf of the most. Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes. The attached library of guidelines is intended for use by scouting rangers, volunteers, and professionals who are involved with camp property. This information is released so unit leaders have adequate time to plan. When there is a conflict between two published lists of requirements, such as boy scout requirements bsa publication no.
When my son became a boy scout, he recommended that i get him one of these books. The revised scout handbook is expected to be released in january 2016, along with the annual revision to boy scout requirements. Public 2016 rank insert boy scout troop 701 fond du lac. Scout rank the scout badge transitions from its widely misunderstood status as a joining badge to a nearly fullfledged rank nearly in my opinion only because it. Alternate requirements for the second class rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed on page of this i. The most significant change was the inclusion of paddle sports into the advancement program. The requirements for tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks may be worked on simultaneously. Jan 01, 2015 2015 boy scout requirements unknown binding january 1, 2015 see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions 2015 boy scout requirements spiral bound book. Cub scout oath boy scout law cub scouts wolf beaver scouts tiger scouts scout mom scout leader eagle scout cub scout games. Tweet every day, and in every community in america, scouting is changing the lives of boys and young men. Be active in your troop for at least six months as a life scout. The guide to advancement and boy scout requirements book are available in scout shops or on.
Note especially in the first four handbook editions, spelling and capitalization of terminology are often very inconsistent between printings, and even in the same book scout law, scout. Occasionally, the requirements will not match those in the printed scout handbook, the annual scouts bsa requirements book, or some merit badge pamphlets because of the timing of. Although the requirements were included in the 2015 boy scout requirements booklet, scouts could not earn the badge until the official earn date which was february 26, 2015. The list of changes in the 2014 edition of boy scout requirements contains this note on. Copy jpeg into word document and extend to outer edge of paper. The bsa handbook goes digital august, 2009 bryan wendell whats new 7 last week we told you about the new boy scout handbook, available now online or at your local scout shop. The guide to advancement, along with the boy scout requirements book, no. Troop of district 2015 scoutings journey to excellence. For sea scouts working on scouts bsa requirements, replace troop with.
While a star scout, participate in a scoutmaster conference. The bsa has camp standards and local building code to fill that role. Personal fitness merit badge and worksheet boy scout trail. It contains changes to each rank from tenderfoot to eagle and eagle palms and the requirements for 3 new merit badges. January, 2020 requirements for the personal fitness merit badge.
Dec 20, 2015 irving tx the national sea scout committee has concluded a three year process to revise the sea scout advancement requirements. Share your efforts with your scoutmaster or other adult leader. All scouts beginning cooking merit badge on or after jan. Troop 55 is dedicated to the fulfillment of this mission and vision and places a strong emphasis on providing the tools and training for young men to learn to make. If the scout has already completed these requirements as part of the webelos scouting adventure, the scout needs to demonstrate knowledge or skills to the scoutmaster or other designated leader after joining the troop. Side by side comparison of old versus new boy scout requirements. Good news for cub scout leaders, especially those who love to plan ahead. Check out the 2016 boy scout requirements faqs for information about how to handle this in your troop.
The bsas 2017 boy scout requirements book, detailing major and minor changes to boy scout ranks and merit badges, is now available inside youll find. The mission of the boy scouts of america is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and law. Scout rank requirements comparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scouting adventure note. Cub scout journey to excellence, 2015 boy scout troop 68. Every scouting activity moves young people toward the basic aims of. Before doing other requirements, successfully complete the bsa swimmer test. Updat 28 2015 1 boy scout requirements effective jan. Requirements for the new merit badge which was issued in 2014 but was not in last years book mining in society. Be a boy who has completed the fifth grade or is 11 years old, or has earned the arrow of light award but is under 18 years old.
The personal fitness merit badge is required for the rank of eagle. The mission of the boy scouts of america is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and scout law. Explain to your counselor the most likely hazards you may encounter while working with composite materials and what you should do to anticipate, mitigate and prevent, and respond to these hazards. The new requirements become effective january 1st, 2016.
For venturers working on boy scout requirements, replace troop with crew and scoutmaster with crew advisor. The boy scout requirements book gives you uptotheminute information on the latest rank requirement changes. These were the requirements from 2014 until the revisions made in 2016. Mar 3, 2015 in anticipation of the june 1st switch to the new cub scout adventure program, my crazy self has been researching, pinning and creating left and right. Repeat from memory the scout oath, scout law, scout motto, and scout slogan. Be a boy who is 11 years old, or one who has completed the fifth grade or earned the arrow of light award and is at least 10 years old, but is not yet 18 years old. For venturers working on scouts bsa requirements, replace troop with crew and scoutmaster with crew advisor. Updated language throughout to reference scouts bsa rather than boy scouts. New listing vintage boy scouts of america handbook for boys c1948, 5e, 11p, 1057. If you have already completed these requirements as part of the webelos scouting adventure, simply demonstrate your knowledge or skills to your scoutmaster or. Scout rank requirements comparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scouting adventure. Selection file type icon file name description size revision time user. What isnt changing current ranks and approach tenderfoot to first class earned concurrently. You can now get your hands on the revised and final 2015 16 cub scout requirements, effective with the 2015 2016 scouting.
Will every scout need to acquire a new handbook in order to have requirements signed off. The 2009 printing of the boy scout handbook inadvertently included bugler as a position of responsibility under eagle scout requirement 4. Star to eagle scout earned sequentially use of merit badge programfa what is changing scout will become a rank additions. Cub scout journey to excellence, 2015 stevejb68 on december 17, 2014 in cub scout, national, program i would like to see cub scout pack 68 earn the 2015 journey to excellence jte award because i think we can do it. First class 7a and 7b first aid three requirements from one of the required for eagle merit badges, as approved by your scoutmaster. However, the following excerpt from the guide to advancement, 20. The new cooking pamphlets will be in scout shops by the end of january 2014. The requirements listed below are the current and official requirements of the boy scouts of america.
Yes, the th edition of theboy scout handbook, which includes the new requirements, will be available in january 2016. A comparison of current to new requirements starts on page three. Provide information on how to join, or encourage the inactive scout to become active. If a scout has started work toward a rank before that date using requirements that were current before jan. New boy scout requirements mandatory as of january 1, 2017. If you need the new rank requirements you can print out the pdf file at the bottom of the page and attach it to your current book, or you can pick up the th edition of. The bsa has made it easy for you, providing this pdf.
The requirements were last issued or revised in 2014 this workbook was. Boy scout advancement changes effective january 1, 2014. In addition, though, scouting hopes that you will take pride in being a scoutmaster and that you will find it personally rewarding. Websites may be reproduced and used locally by scouting volunteers for training purposes consistent with the programs of the boy scouts of america bsa, the world organization of the scout movement wosm or other scouting and guiding organizations. Wherever there was an on the water requirement, a paddle sports option was added to allow inland ships to participate in. Invite this person to an outing, activity, service project, or meeting. Rather, the intent is to guide the user in making good. Boy scout bsa eagle 6th edition 4th printing rockwell sep 1962 handbook book. Jul 14, 2015 i found the new requirements in this pdf 2016 boy scout requirementsparallel comparison.
Updated august 28, 2015 1 boy scout requirements e. The rank requirements in this book are official as of jan. Boy scout rank requirements the rank requirements in this book are official as of jan. The requirements were last issued or revised in 2014 this workbook was updated in march 2014. Adult leader training kicks off during the summer 2015 philmont training center conferences and should be available for implementation by councillevel training teams that fall.
Filling out a worksheet will not be allowed for requirements that use words like show. Boy scouts will tell about their duty to god at each rank from tenderfoot to eagle scout plus eagle scout palms. For varsity scouts working on boy scout requirements, replace troop with team and scoutmaster with varsity scout coach. Jump feetfirst into water over the head in depth, level off, and begin swimming. January 1, 2015, using the pre 2014 requirements may continue working on that. A pdf version of this document can be found and downloaded by clicking here. All requirements for the scout rank must be completed as a member of a troop or as a lone scout.
Important excerpts from the guide to advancement 2015, no. Please print the appropriate pages of the attached 2016 boy scout advancement requirements file and insert them into the advancement area of your scout handbook. No text in the right column indicates a new requirement. You must use the eagle scout service project workbook, bsa publication no. Changes usually appear first in a revised handbook, and then become effective the next january 1 and are published in the requirements book. Scout rank requirementscomparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scouting adventure. Covers scout to 1st class under the new 2016 program. Bobcat requirements 20152016 program year cub scout requirements september 26, 2014 bobcat requirements 1. The number of service hours for tenderfootfirst class has increased, and 3 hours for life must be conservationrelated. The requirements were last issued or revised in 2014 this workbook was updated in october 2014. Scouts who joined the boy scouts of america on or after jan. My father in law has aided in scouting for longer than ive known him.
See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The chart below illustrates how scouts should use the new rank requirements. Camping updated information about webelos overnight camping. Sometimes even very fit people are unable to succeed with pullups. The requirements in the 2011 boy scout requirements book are correct and official. Edthe way i have interpreted that requirement is that the scout must plan 9 meals but only prepare 3 of them. Transitioning to the 2016 boy scout requirements bsa national has release an advanced copy of the 2016 boy scout advancement requirements. New rank requirements and th edition boy scout handbook. Cooking workbook 2014 welcome to boy scout troop 681. Im not the expert but this is what ive required as a merit badge counselor.
Complete a boy scout application and health history signed by your parent or guardian. January, 2014 requirements for the composite materials merit badge. The objectives of roundtables are to provide leaders with program ideas, information on policy and events, and training opportunities. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout requirements pub. Update on boy scout program changes bobwhite blather. The guide to safe scouting is an overview of scouting policies and procedures gleaned from a. I found the new requirements in this pdf 2016 boy scout requirements parallel comparison. Scout is not currently a rank, but will become a rank effective jan. Tell someone who is eligible to join scouts bsa, or an inactive scout, about your scouting activities. Targets may be thrown by a hand trap, manual mechanical trap, or on any trap or skeet field. Scouting adventure webelos badge boy scout fortune teller learn boy scout oath, law, motto, sign, etc. Jan 14, 2016 with the new edition of the boy scout handbook come updated rank requirements and program changes. Number of boy scouts who attend any incouncil or outofcouncil longterm summer camp of at least five nights, highadventure experience, or jamboree, or serve on camp staff within the past year, divided by the boy scout membership on june 30, 2015. Will a new handbook be released for use with the new requirements.
Scouts bsa rank requirements the rank requirements in this book are official as of jan. A pdf with the new requirements was posted along with a handy sidebyside comparison to previous requirements. All requirements for the scout rank must be completed as a member of a troop, or as a lone scout. Scouts that started work before january 1, 2015, on the computers merit. If meeting any of the requirements for this merit badge is against the scouts religious convictions, the requirement does not have to be done if the scouts parents and the proper religious advisors state in writing that to do so would be against religious convictions. Updated august 28, 2015 1 boy scout requirements effective jan. Boy scout roundtable is a form of commissioner service and supplemental training for volunteers at the unit level. However, any rank you start after december 31, 2015 will need to be completed using the new requirements. The bsa established 2016 as a transition year, allowing boy scouts to choose whether to use the new requirements or. Throughout this publication, the term scouts bsa handbook refers to both the. To learn more about the eagle scout service project, see the guide to advancement, topics 9. The guide to advancement 2015 and the current edition of boy scout requirements are the official boy scouts of america sources on boy scout advancement procedures. Eagle scout rank requirements 2019 boy scouts of america.
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