One weekend camp, at least, must be included in the total. Checklist in order to advance in boy scout rank, scouts need to complete the items identified on this checklist. First class rank workbook this workbook can help you organize your thoughts as you read your boy scout handbook. You still must satisfy your scoutmaster that you can demonstrate each skill and have learned the information. The requirements for the scout, tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks may be worked on simultaneously. If you have already completed these requirements as part of the webelos scouting adventure, simply demonstrate your knowledge or skills to your scoutmaster or other designated leader after joining the troop. The requirements of the tenderfoot, secondclass scout, and firstclass scout, are as follows. Scout leaders may not require the use of this or any similar workbooks. Other questions may come from the rank requirements list beginning on page 432. Update on boy scout program changes bobwhite blather. Imperial headquarters signalling manual, and the new canadian badge pamphlet, the scout. Demonstrate the boy scout sign, salute, and handshake. Francis church 308 jefferson street hoboken, nj 07030 2 injuries on the head 1 injuries on the head 2.
A scout can purchase pamphlets from bsa, find them in a troop library, or oftentimes check them out from a public library. All requirements for the scout rank must be completed as a member of a troop or as a lone scout. Scouts bsa is a yearround program for boys and girls in fifth grade through high school that provides fun, adventure, learning, challenge, and responsibility to help them become the best version of themselves. Using the menu planned in first class requirement 2a, make a list showing a. Before asking the scoutmaster for a scout masters conference, please check the following items. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout. Those skills and techniques that he has learned in the gradual process of advancement through the grade requirements should be brought into play when he takes the hike. Using a map and compass, complete an orienteering course that covers at least one mile and requires measuring the height andor width of designated items tree, tower, canyon, ditch, etc. Scout, currently a joining badge, to become its own rank. Boy scout first class requirement 1 boy scout troop 414.
First class rank requirements boy scouts of america. 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. When the first class rank is attained, a scout has learned all the basic camping and outdoors skills of a scout. Explain the significance of the first class scout badge. First class scout is a rank in the boy scouts of america, the rank above second class and below star scout. Demonstrate scout spirit by living the scout oath and scout law.
Quick heads up for anyone still using pre2016 boy scout rank requirements. Scouts who joined the boy scouts of america on or after jan. Effective august 1, 2017 the text shown below as footnote 3 was added to second class requirements 5b and 5c and first class requirements 6a and 6e. 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.
A bit over a year ago, we wrote about the fiveyear bsa 411 strategic plan that looked at all aspects of the boy scouts of america and provided ways for volunteers and professionals to provide input on the future of our programs and processes. 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. Scoutbook scouting references scouts bsa first class. Today, boy scouts have the same standard to live up to. The requirements were last revised in 2018 this workbook was updated in january 2018. Additionally, the first class of female eagle scouts will be recognized in a historic group. 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. I found the new requirements in this pdf 2016 boy scout requirementsparallel. Control bleeding and cover the wound with a sterile bandage. Complete requirements 1 and 2 and at least two others. Scouts bsa rank requirements 2019 boy scouts of america. Alternative requirements for the first class rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they. Archived from the original pdf on september 10, 2008. Inherent in its design is a sound approach to a variety of pioneering concepts and skills.
What isnt changing current ranks and approach tenderfoot to first class earned concurrently. The attached pdf file is a first pass at listing all the rank requirements for tenderfoot through eagle scout from 1910 to today. To become a scout requires you to be at least 11 years old, or 10 years old with an arrow of light the highest cub scout rank and to demonstrate a basic understanding of the scout oath and law. Before a boy can become a tenderfoot he must qualify for same. A first class scout may earn merit badges to qualify as a star scout, life scout. The cooking requirements are among the most involved for boys seeking first class rank. Scout tenderfoot second class first class star life eagle. Second class rank requirements boy scouts of america. Check that all requirements for the rank are completed, signed by a sm, and dated in your scout handbook. Treat the wound by washing it and flushing it with water for several minutes. Scout rank is the first rank on the trail to first class and the road to eagle. Remember, you can complete the rank on which you are working, but you must use the new requirements for any rank advancement you start on or after january 1. Historical perspectives on scouting hennings scouters pages.
The pamphlets contain requirements, introductory information and supplemental reference text. There are three classes of scouts among the boy scouts of america, the tenderfoot, secondclass scout, and firstclass scout. 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. They have been classed under topics like scout spirit, skills, service and leadership, and general.
These activities do not include troop or patrol meetings. Who have completed the first class rank may complete the rank they are. While a star scout, use the edge method to teach a younger scout the skills from one of the following six choices, so that his is prepared to pass those requirements to his unit leaders satisfaction. Scout, previously a badge a young man received upon joining and completing a few other requirements, will become its own rank complete with a new. In keeping with the scout oath and helping other people at all times, a service aspect is now a requirement for each rank except the scout rankone hour for tenderfoot, two hours for second class, and three hours for first class. Tell the five most common signals of a heart attack. Have knowledge of how to combine pigments in order to produce paints in. At an approved outdoor location and time, use the tinder, kindling, and fuel wood from second class requirement 2b to demonstrate how to build a fire. This is first in a series of posts about the new rank requirements that take effect on january 1, 2016. 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. Calgary flames, famously couldnt do a single pullup in the nhl draft combine.
Badenpowell was a little dismayed that boys were using a military manual. New boy scout requirements put more emphasis on physical fitness. It is designed to accomplish all requirements from scout through first class, earning the scout rank after the first month and then pursuing the other ranks concurrently over the course of a year. Unless prohibited by local fire restrictions, light the fire. I dont think scout age boys will find them particularly compelling or interesting, something that would be easy to do if the approach was. Second class requirements 5b and 5c and first class requirements 6a and 6e.
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. Report the bite to public health authorities, the police, or animal control. Since joining boy scouts, participate in 10 separate trooppatrol activities, at least six of which must be held outdoors. Repeat from memory the scout oath, scout law, scout motto, and scout slogan. Tell how you have done your duty to god and how you have lived four different. First class rank worksheet is suitable for 8th grade. We plan to expand the information as an html file in the near future, with a.
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. Individual requirement items for scout, tenderfoot, 2nd class, and 1st class ranks may be worked on simultaneously depending on your program offerings but the. 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. The requirements for the tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks may be worked on simultaneously. 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. First class requirement 7a bandages, splints, and slings sprained ankle boy scouts of america troop 146 st.
From scoutwiki, for everyone, everywhere involved with scouting and guiding. First class requirement 8d updated for 2010 changes tell. This wash station is the ideal first class camp gadget. The highest award a scout in this section can attain in this section is the chief commissioners award. 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. Of the outdoor activities, at least three must include overnight camping. Exactly how the new requirements are phased in is explained in this pdf document notes on transitioning to the new requirements. Boy scout second class rank requirement 7a flashcards. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in boy scout requirements pub.
All bsa rank requirements, tenderfoot through eagle scout, 1910present. Properly display, raise, lower and fold the american flag. Its sturdy, portable, and very useful when camping away from washroom facilities. The lone scouts of america merged with the boy scouts of america in 1924. First class scout cooking requirements worksheet troop 895. 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 provide first aid for most situations that may be encountered. This outing must be different from the ones used for tenderfoot requirement 1c and. The boy scouts of america bsa colloquially, the boy scouts is the largest scouting. Effective on january 1, 2018, the varsity scout program was discontinued by bsa. Many scouts combine this test with a part of the journey of test no.
First class scout before being awarded the first class badge, a second class scout must pass the following tests. While maintaining your head tilt, pinch the victims nostrils, seal you mouth over hishers and blow into it. A tenderfoot, therefore, is superior to the ordinary boy because of his training. Each boy scout, by meeting specific requirements, advances through ranks called. First class requirement 7a bandages, splints, and slings. After allowing the flames to burn safely for at least two minutes, safely extinguish the flames with minimal impact to the fire site. Building any good camp gadget requires at least some basic skills in scoutcraft, e. The requirements for scout, tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks may be worked on simultaneously. At boy scout summer camp, these camp gadgets are often referred to. 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. These are further broken down by questions suitable for all ranks, for tenderfoot, for second class, for.
Trail to first class troop 895 boy scout troop 895. There are new requirements at tenderfoot, second class and first class that require scouts to. New boy scout requirements emphasize physical activity. Eagle scout requirements boy scout joining requirements.
The total hours for star and life remain the same, at six hours each. Since joining scouts bsa, participate in 10 separate trooppatrol activities, at least six of which must be held outdoors. The scout must hold an appointment in the scout group and pass the exploration test, first aid, perform a service, have proficient skills to instruct other scouts, be physically fit and hold at least one national proficiency badge. Several of the changes proposed in the plan have been put into place, and more details are coming forth about other changes to the cub scout and boy. In your own words, explain what the outdoor code means to you. Merit badge requirements and worksheets boy scout trail. The first class journey is the culmination of a scouts progress in the troop. An official boy scouts of america merit badge pamphlet has been created for the bsa by topic authorities for each merit badge. Describe the first class scout badge and tell what each part stands for.
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. Alternave requirements for the tenderfoot rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilies, if they meet the criteria listed in the boy scout requirements book. New boy scout requirements mandatory as of january 1, 2017. Preliminary a must be able to repass the second class tests. First class requirement 8d updated for 2010 changes the key points for the scout to be able to state are listed in black text.
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