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On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country
and to obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.
DUTY TO GOD AND COUNTRY: Your parents and rligious leaders teach you to know and serve God. By following these teachings, you do your duty to God. Our country was built upon a trust in God. Men and women of the past worked to make our America. They gave their lives for it when called upon. They raised it to where it is today. It is your duty to carry on. Work for your country's good. Obey its laws. Show your loyalty.
DUTY TO OTHER PEOPLE: There are many people who need help. A cheery smile and a helpful hand make life easier for others. By obeying the Scout Law and doing a Good Turn daily, you prove yourself a Scout. You do your part to make this a happier world.
DUTY TO SELF: You owe it to yourself to take care of your body. Protect it and build it. Then you can help others. You owe it to yourself to develop your brain. Add to your knowledge. Make the best possible use of your abilities. You owe it to yourself to aim to become a man of strong character. Be ready to take your place in the world as a capable citizen.
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A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.
A Scout is TRUSTWORTHY.
A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of conduct. People can depend on him.
A Scout is LOYAL.
A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.
A Scout is HELPFUL.
A Scout is concerned about other people. He does things willingly for others without pay or reward.
A Scout is FRIENDLY.
A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to understnad others. He respects those with ideas and customs other than his own.
A Scout is COURTEOUS.
A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that good manners make it easier for people to get along together.
A Scout is KIND.
A Scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. He does not hurt or kill harmless things without reason.
A Scout is OBEDIENT.
A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobey them.
A Scout is CHEERFUL.
A Scout looks for the bright side of things. H cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
A Scout is THRIFTY.
A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for unforeseen needs. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
A Scout is BRAVE.
A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at or threaten him.
A Scout is CLEAN.
A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes around with those who believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his home and community clean.
A Scout is REVERENT.
A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.
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The Scout motto is "Be prepared." Someone asked Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting, "Be prepared for what?" "Why," said Baden-Powell, "for any old thing." That's just the idea. The Scout motto means that you are always ready in mind and body to do your duty and to face danger, if necessary, to help others.
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The Scout slogan is "Do a Good Turn Daily." This does not mean that you are supposed to do one Good Turn during the day and then stop. On the contrary - it means you do at least one Good Turn a day. It means looking for opportunities to help and then helping, quietly and without boasting.
Remember always that a Good Turn is an extra act of kindness, not just something you do because it is good manners.
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The Scout sign identifies you as a Scout anywhere in the world. Use it whenever you give the Scout Oath or Scout Law.
The three upraised fingers stand for the three parts of the Scout Oath. The thumb and little finger together stand for the bond between all Scouts.
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The Scout salute signifies respect and courtesy. You use it to salute the flag of the United States of America. During some ceremonies, you may also salute your Webelos leaders or Boy Scout leaders.
To give the Scout salute, place the fingers of your right hand in position as for the Scout sign. Bring the hand smartly up to your head, palm sideways, until your forefinger touches the edge of your cap above the right eye or, if you are capless, your forehead above the right eye. When the salute is completed, snap your hand down quickly to your side.
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To give the Scout handclasp, use your left hand instead of the right. Do not interlock your fingers. The Scout handclasp is a token of friendship. That's why you use your left hand - the one nearest your heart.
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As an American, I will do my best to -
BE CLEAN IN MY OUTDOOR MANNERS. I will treat the outdoors as a heritage. I will try to improve it for myself and others. I will keep my trash and garbage out of America's waters, fields, woods, and roadways.
BE CAREFUL WITH FIRE. I will prevernt wildfire. I will build my fire in a safe place and be sure it is out before I leave.
BE CONSIDERATE IN THE OUTDOORS. I will treat public and private property with respect. I will remember that use of the outdoors is a right that I can lose by abuse.
BE CONSERVATION-MINDED. I will learn how to practise good conservation of soil, waters, forests, minerals, grasslands, wildlife, and energy. I will encourage others to do the same.
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When we speak of the Scout badge, we mean the badge of the First Class Boy Scout.
The three-point design of the top half of the badge is like the north point of the old sailor's compass.
| The main part of the badge shows that a Scout is able to point the right way in life as truly as the compass points it in the field. | |
| The three points, like the three fingers in the Scout sign, stand for the three partts of the Scout Oath to which a boy pledges himself as a Boy Scout. | |
| The stars symbolize the ideals of truth and knowledge of the Scouting movement. They guide you by night and suggest a Scout's outdoor life. | |
| The eagle with the shield is the national emblem of the United States of America. It stands for freedom and readiness to defend that freedom. | |
| The scroll with the Scout motto is turned up at the ends to suggest the corners of a Scout's mouth raised in a simle as he does his duty. | |
| The knot attached to the bottom of the scroll is to remind you that, as a Boy Scout, you promise to do a Good Turn for someone every day. | |
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The basic Boy Scout uniform has tan shirt and khaki pants. The shirt may have either short or long sleeves. For summer wear you may wear a short-sleeve shirt, shorts, and long stockings.
Your hat will be chosen by the troop you join. It may be a baseball-style cap or a broad-brim campaign hat.
Every troop has its own neckerchief. Yours will be the one chosen by your new troop.
Some of the insignia on your Boy Scout shirt are like those on your Webelos uniform. But on your right sleeve, you will wear your patrol emblem. On your left shirt pocket, you will wear the highest Boy Scout rank you have earned (not all the ranks, as in Cub Scouts). Your Arrow of Light Award goes at the bottom of this pocket. You will wear red epaulets.
Wear your Boy Scout uniform with pride. It shows that you are a good citizen and are ready and willing to help other people.
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