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Advancement was a key part of the Varsity program. Varsity Scouts could earn any award or recognition that were available to Boy Scouts, including merit badges, ranks advancements, and other awards. There were also several awards that were only available to Varsity Scouts, and sometimes their leaders.
Merit badges are displayed on a sash which can be worn with the Scouts BSA uniform on formal occasions. The National Council reviews and updates badges each year. There are currently 139 merit badges. Scouting organizations in other countries issue or have issued merit badges, including Canada, Indonesia, Japan, Spain, Thailand, and the United ...
The Eagle Scout medal is of the same basic design as in 1915, with only occasional slight modifications due to changes in manufacturer over time, most recently in 1999. The current design of the other rank badges were finalized in 1990. For Scouting America’s centennial year of 2010, special rank badges were available. [13]
Scouts BSA (known as Boy Scouts until 2019) is the flagship program and membership level of Scouting America for coeducational young people between the ages of typically 11 and 17. It provides youth training in character , citizenship , personal fitness , and leadership, and aims to develop the skills necessary to become successful adults.
These ceremonies are recognition of a scout’s leadership qualities, camping skills, and other Scouting ideals as exemplified by their elected peers. Additionally, "safeguarded” (privy only to members and legitimately interested adults) symbols and handshakes are used to impart a sense of community.
The E. Urner Goodman Scholarship is awarded annually by the Boy Scouts of America to members of the Order of the Arrow who are preparing for a professional career in Scouting. The scholarships are provided to help cover the financial costs of a college education. These scholarships have been suspended by the National Order of the Arrow Committee.
The Boy Scouts of America won’t officially become Scouting America until Feb. 8, 2025, the organization’s 115th birthday. But Krone said he expects people will start immediately using the name.
[17] This paralleled a roll-back of an urban emphasis in Scouting which had removed mention of the word "campfire" from the 8th edition of the Boy Scout Handbook. [18] While the stated aim was to consolidate the two programs, many councils continued to produce both programs or used elements from the previous programs.