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. 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. The 12th and current edition of the boy scout handbook. Heres a complete list of 2017 boy scout requirement changes. You still must satisfy your scoutmaster that you can demonstrate each skill and have learned the information. Using the menu planned in first class requirement 2a, make a list showing a budget and the food amounts needed to feed three or more youth. Boy scout joining requirements tenderfoot rank requirements second class rank requirements first class rank requirements alternate requirements star rank requirements life rank requirements eagle rank requirements eagle palms selecting service projects merit badge requirements special opportunities.
Scouts bsa rank requirements 2019 boy scouts of america. Public bsa merit badges boy scout troop 468 largo, florida. First class scout is a rank in the boy scouts of america, the rank above second class and below star scout. The firstclass scout may then qualify for the various merit badges which are offered in another part of this chapter for proficiency in scouting. What this does is provide information on the merit badges but, as someone else said, i. When the first class rank is attained, a scout has learned all the basic camping and outdoors skills of a scout. The needle points the scout in the right direction, which is onward and upward. The chart is available to download as a pdf document below. There is significant symbolism in the first class rank. Scouts may download these files and then type their notes into the form fields, and save their work locally. First time boy scout mom here, we found out the day before he needed the boy scout handbook that this was not the right one, so i had to drive an hour away to buy the correct book.
First class scout cooking requirements worksheet troop 895. The requirements published by the boy scouts of america should always be used over the list here. These requirements are effective as of february, 2019. Some requirements, like first class rank requirement 1a, can be confusing. These are the minimum requirements for becoming a scoutmaster. Astronomy 3b, 9 automotive maintenance 1, 8d bird study 7b chess 3 citizenship in. Scouts bsa first class rank helps and documents scouter mom. Scout ways tenderfoot requirements scout knots 2nd class knife axe fire 2nd class wildlife compass treasure hunts first class wood love first aid games signaling games. Free scouts bsa troop catalog cub scout pack catalog. Second class rank requirements boy scouts of america. The requirements for scout, tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks may be worked on simultaneously. These 10 activities do not include troop or patrol meetings.
Exactly how the new requirements are phased in is explained in this pdf document notes on transitioning to the new requirements. Our classb downloadable field guides for cub scout pack and scouts bsa troop custom tshirts and products are now available. To see how good an experience the scout is having in the unit. Scouts should do their best to obtain a merit badge book, though we realize that may be difficult with the current shelter in place requirements in place. To make sure the scout has completed the requirements for the rank. Boy scout joining requirements tenderfoot rank requirements second class rank requirements first class rank requirements alternate requirements star rank requirements life rank requirements eagle rank requirements alternate eagle scout rank requirements eagle palms selecting leadership service projects introduction to merit badges merit badge. Emergency preparednessor lifesaving swimming merit badge must be earned first 8. Boy scout handbook th edition requirements through first class and page numbers for related information scout rank 1a 1b 1c 1d 1e 1f 2a 2b 2c 2d.
Demonstrate scout spirit by living the scout oath promise and scout law in your everyday life explain how you think you have demonstrated scout spirit. Explain how you would obtain emergency medical assistance from your home, on a wilderness camping trip, and during an activity on open water. Three campouts see tenderfoot requirement 1, second class requirements 2a and 2b, and first class requirement 3 select campsite and pitch tent see tenderfoot requirement 1, and second class requirements 2a and 2b read in the boy scout handbook pages 76 and 86 tent sites and sanitation, and 217245 camping and leave no trace ethics. Alternative requirements for the first class rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in the scouts bsa requirements book. Using the menu planned in first class requirement 2a, make a list showing a budget and. Boy scout long sleeve uniform shirt boy scouts of america. Badenpowells games bps adult military games dan beards games a. Scouts bsa references scoutbook activity logs are now in internet advancement. Address the transition from the cub scout program to the boy scout program. Each skills session references specific chapters in the handbook and highlights the 2016 advancement requirements. But first, a quick plug for scoutbook, the official bsa web app that makes tracking advancement. The pdf versions of the workbooks and checklists have been designed with form fields.
Use the charts shown here, along with the measuring instructions, to order the appropriate size and order with confidence. This edition adds new, updated information, links to resources on the web at. Alternative requirements for the first class rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in the boy scout requirements book. First class rank workbook this workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you read your boy scout handbook. First class rank requirements boy scouts of america. Covers scout to 1st class under the new 2016 program. Alternative requirements for the second class rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in the scouts bsa requirements book. First class is the rank a scout can earn after second class the requirements for first class continue to teach the youth to the skills needed to advance in scouts bsa. Standard size chart download pdf our team works with manufacturers to ensure consistent sizing.
Boy scout advancement tracker this spreadsheet is current. Scout, tenderfoot, second class, first class, star, life, eagle the program uses a series of medals and patches as emblems. This worksheet goes a long way in the simplification and organization of those requirements so that you and your son will have a positive and educational experience completing. If you experience difficulties with the fillable pdf, you may need to download. Alternative requirements for the scout rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in the scouts bsa requirements book. Look carefully for basic skills needed by your scouts and also for key merit badges that should be introduced. Alternative requirements for the tenderfoot rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in the scouts bsa requirements book. Demonstrate scout spirit by living the scout oath and scout law. Roll out an advancement programplan for troops to utilize giving new scouts the opportunity to achieve the rank of first class scout in the first 1218 months within the troop program of meetings, events, and summer camp. Tell what utility services exist in your home or meeting place.
Since joining, participate in 10 separate trooppatrol activities, six of which include overnight camping. When you click on a scout and their activity log, you will be redirected to internet advancement. It is a combination of the tenderfoot and second class ranks, and appears within the star and life ranks as well superimposed over a star and a heart, respectively. Ive got the full list of changes, as outlined in the 2017 boy scout requirements book, below. Scoutbook scouts bsa references, ranks, awards, and. The requirements listed below are the current and official requirements of the boy scouts of america. Who are working on the tenderfoot through first class ranks may continue to follow the old requirements, but must convert to the current requirements upon attaining first class. They have been tested successfully with the adobe acrobat reader, the foxit pdf reader, and the nuance pdf reader. Please keep in mind that this book is over 400 pages long.
The badge for the scout rank consists of a simple fleurdelis, which symbolizes a compass needle. Prepare and present a program on sea scouts for a boy scout troop, venturing crew, venturing officers association meeting, school class, or other youth group. Cub scout pack catalog links scouts bsa troop catalog links. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout. Every scouting activity moves young people toward the basic aims of. First class scouts can fend for themselves in the wild, lead others on a hike or campout, set up a camp site, plan and properly prepare meals, and. Who have completed the first class rank may complete the rank they are. Your presentation should last a minimum of 15 minutes and describe the activities of your ship and sea scouts. This outing must be different from the ones used for tenderfoot requirement 1c and. Usual equipment for an overnight see boy scout handbook discovery before the presentation, arrange the overnight gear on a table or the floor.
Satisfy your counselor that you have current knowledge of all firstaid requirements for tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks. A tenderfoot on meeting certain requirements may become a secondclass scout, and a secondclass scout upon meeting another set of requirements may become a firstclass scout. He can fend for himself in the wild, lead others on a hike or campout, set up a camp site, plan and properly prepare meals, and provide first aid for most situations he may. It is the responsibility of the scout to inform their scoutmaster their intent to begin a virtual merit badge and prepare as best as possible for the class. Here are my reflections on each requirement, followed by an explanation of how i would change them myself. Tenderfoot, second class, and first class have progressively harder requirements in the areas of scoutcraft, physical fitness, citizenship, personal growth and. Imperial headquarters signalling manual, and the new canadian badge pamphlet, the. The cooking requirements are among the most involved for boys seeking first class rank. It is the highest of the lower four ranks in scouting, and is the minimum rank that need be attained for entry into the order of the arrow or service as a troops senior patrol leader robert badenpowell wanted a first class scout to be the complete outdoorsman. View download, scouts that complete the rank of first class in the first year are more likely to. Tell how you have done your duty to god and how you have lived four different. Troop 17 orienteering course useful for fulfilling second class reqs. Today, boy scouts have the same standard to live up to.
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