Requirement 7 of bobcat and requirement 3 of wolf are identical. All requirements for scout rank must be completed as a member of a troop or as a lone. Bear badge requirements effective december 2016 rank advancement is awarded when each scout has done the following. 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.
The rank requirements in the 2016 edition of the boy scout requirements book and the boy scout handbook are official as of jan. Scout rank requirementscomparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scouting adventure note. The badge is awarded when the scout completes requirements in the areas of scoutcraft, physical fitness, citizenship, personal growth, and scout spirit. While working toward the first class rank, and after completing second class requirement 11, participate in a. This impacts all scouts in our troop regardless of current rank, including. Jan 14, 2016 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 boy scout handbook at the local scout shop or online at. New rank requirements and th edition boy scout handbook. Beginning work in the new requirements will be determined by the scouts joining date or current rank as of january 1, 2016. No text in the right column indicates a new requirement. Upon joining, a scout must sll meet the age requirements.
Worksheet for use in working on the cyber chip award, word format pdf format. Themes run through the requirements from the beginning lion to the eagle. Who are working on the tenderfoot through first class ranks may. Second class requirement 8b 2016 scout requirements. Scouts who joined the boy scouts of america on or after jan. A parents guide and earn the cyber chip award for your grade. Second class requirement 8b 2016 boy scout rank requirements. Scout rank requirementscomparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scoung adventure note. As a first class scout, demonstrate scout spirit by living the scout oath and scout law. Scout requirement 6 2016 boy scout rank requirements. Scout rank requirements comparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scouting adventure.
Public 2016 rank insert boy scout troop 701 fond du lac. A pdf with the new requirements was posted along with a handy sidebyside comparison to previous requirements. Public documents boy scout troop 365, round rock, texas. New boy scout requirements put more emphasis on physical fitness. Public resources boy scout troop 28 platte city, missouri. Januaryfebruary 2016 advancement news 4 th edition, boy scout handbook the new th edition of the oy scout handbook is scheduled for release in late january.
Boy scout rank requirements the rank requirements in this book are official as of jan. Repeat from memory the scout oath, scout law, scout motto, and scout slogan. Except for scout rank and eagle palms as of august 1, 2017, all ranks require that the candidate. Star, life, and eagle, is designed to develop leadership skills and allow the scout to explore potential vocations and avocations through the merit badge program. Star to eagle scout earned sequentially use of merit badge programfa what is changing scout will become a rank additions. First class 7a and 7b first aid three requirements from one of the required for eagle merit badges, as approved by your scoutmaster. Complete a boy scout application and health history signed by your parent or guardian. With your parents or guardian, decide on an amount of money that you would like to earn, based on the cost of a specific item you would like to purchase. Scout 2016 see below attached microsoft word docspdfs for rank requirements and advancement, along with workbooks. Boy scouts will tell about their duty to god at each rank from tenderfoot to eagle scout plus eagle scout palms.
Arrow of light requirements effective december 2016 rank advancement is awarded when each scout has done the following. The rank requirements in this book are official as of jan. If a scout has started work toward a rank before that date using requirements that were current before jan. 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. Individual record sheet for tracking scouts from the scout.
Jul 31, 2015 exactly how the new requirements are phased in is explained in this pdf document notes on transitioning to the new requirements. Advancement should be a natural outcome of a wellrounded unit program, rich in opportunities to work toward the ranks. Repeat from memory and discuss with an adult leader, an able scout or a quartermaster scout the scout oath and law and the sea promise, and agree to carry out the provisions of your ships code and bylaws. Exactly how the new requirements are phased in is explained in this pdf document notes on transitioning to the new requirements. The star rank is attained with participation, leadership, service, and selfdirected advancement through merit badges. Scout rank requirements comparable to the required arrow of. New boy scout advancement requirements take effect. Jul 14, 2015 i found the new requirements in this pdf 2016 boy scout requirementsparallel comparison.
Bear claws bear necessities fellowship and duty to god fur, feathers, and ferns. Tell how you have done your duty to god and how you have lived four different points of the scout law different from those points used for previous ranks in your everyday life. Check out the 2016 boy scout requirements faqs for information about how to handle this in your troop. For each adventure, the wolf scout must complete the requirements as outlined in the wolf cub scout handbook. Develop a written plan to earn the amount agreed upon and. I found the new requirements in this pdf 2016 boy scout requirements parallel comparison. 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 boy scout handbook at the local scout shop or online at. Updated as of 12may16 with revised 2016 bsa updates. New boy scout rank requirements 2017 new 2017 rank advancement requirements. Feb 16, 2017 individual record sheet for tracking scouts from the scout through eagle advancement ranks. Bsa rank advancement requirements, 19102019 troop 97. Second class requirement 8b 2016 explain what respect is due the flag of the united states. The star and life ranks require that the scout serve in a position of responsibility and perform community service.
Patricks church, in the lower level, for all activities unless noted. Class ranks, may continue to use the old requirements through 2016, but they must. Every rank in scouting is reached by accomplishments by the scout. Specific requirements for these adventures can be found in this addendum. Demonstrate the boy scout sign, salute, and handshake. New boy scout advancement requirements take effect january 1, 2016. Be a boy who is 11 years old, or 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. While a star scout, participate in a scoutmaster conference. 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. This is for use by boy scouter leaders to keep track of boy scouts advancement.
This ebook contains search capabilities for your convenience linking you to content within the book or to external scoutingrelated sites. Boy scout rank requirements scout joining requirements 1. The number of service hours for tenderfootfirst class has increased, and 3 hours for life must be conservationrelated. I found the new requirements in this pdf 2016 boy scout requirementsparallel comparison. Scout rank requirementscomparable to the required arrow of light adventure, scouting adventure. Upon joining, a scout must still meet the age requirements. Be active in your troop for at least 4 months as a first class scout. Since joining the troop and while working on the scout rank, participate in a scoutmaster conference.
If you have questions about the new rank requirements or program changes for 2016 please check out. This tracks boys from 11 year old new scouts to tenderfoot scouts to s. Scout rank requirements us scouting service project. Enjoy the spanishlanguage version of the th edition of the boy scout handbook ebook using your computer, tablet, or smartphone. A scout can work on the requirements for the tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks at the same time, but each rank must be earned in sequence. Qualify as a member of your sea scout ship by taking part in the ships admission ceremony.
A new boy scout handbook will be available on january 20, 2016 newly joined you can complete the scout badge using the old requirements starting with tenderfoot, you must use the new requirements. Scout rank requirements comparable to the required arrow. Mar 22, 2017 this boy scout excel spreadsheet is a workbook of free spreadsheets developed by evan clements, a scout leader in the hobble creek district, utah national parks council. Rushing a scout through requirements to obtain a badge is not the goal. Scouts bsa rank requirements the rank requirements in this book are official as of jan. New boy scout advancement requirements take effect january 1. Scouts bsa rank requirements 2019 boy scouts of america. 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. There are three major components of advancing from star to eagle merit badges, service, and positions of. There are many opportunities for advancement in sea scouts. These requirements are ageappropriate activities that help grow and mold the boy into a selfsufficient, confident, able man.
What isnt changing current ranks and approach tenderfoot to first class earned concurrently. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Scout requirement 6 2016 with your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet how to protect your children from child abuse. Scout is not currently a rank, but will become a rank effective jan. If a cub scout earns his bobcat rank during the same year that he begins working on his wolf rank, he needs to complete the requirement only one time. Additionally, fillable forms are included in the rank requirements section of the book. It is important to note, as with any educational opportunity, a rank or award is not the end of the learning process. These experiences help sea scouts to set realistic goals to achieve rank, accomplish projects, and gain knowledge and understanding of the world around them. For instance, when a wolf scout cooks cookies with his mother, that begins to.
Rank advancement and merit badge activities troop 148. Advancement is an important part of the sea scout experience. Requirements below are a brief paraphrasing of the more detailed requirements in the various editions of the boy scout handbooks. First class scout is a rank in the boy scouts of america, the rank above second class and below star scout. All requirements for the scout rank must be completed as a member of a troop.