RESOURCES

Scout Oath (or Promise)

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.

Scout Motto


Be Prepared
 

Scout Slogan


Do a Good Turn Daily
 

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Scout Law

   

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.
LOYAL
A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.
HELPFUL
A Scout is concerned about other people. He does things willingly for others without pay or reward.
FRIENDLY
A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs other than his own.
COURTEOUS
A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows good manners make it easier for people to get along together.
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.
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.
CHEERFUL
A Scout looks for the bright side of things. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
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.
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.
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.
REVERENT
A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.

 

LINKS

Official Boy Scout Sites

Boy Scouts of America National Council

Orange County Council Boy Scouts of America

Los Amigos District

General Scouting Resources

Scouting Advancement Requirements – All you need to Know, Scout through Eagle

Merit Badge Requirements – Information for Every Merit Badge Available

Merit Badge Worksheets – These are Great!

The MacScouter – Scouting Resources Online

What the Scout Law Means to Me – Reflections on the Scout Law by John Wayne

Knots – Knots Every Scout should be able to Tie in their Sleep

How to Use a Compass – Online Lessons on Learning to Use a Compass

General Camping Information

Camping Tips – Camping Tips & Advice

Winter Camping Tips – Excellent Informtion provided by Troop 98 in Derry, NH

More Winter Camping Tips – From the Lightweight Backpacker

Camping and Hiking Safety Information

Rattlesnake Bites – A great site operated by the California Poison Control Center. Print these pages out and keep them with your first aid kit.

Spring Rattles In – An informative site with sights, sounds and statistics concerning Rattlesnakes.

Rattlesnake! – An article from Trailblazer Magazine.

For Goodness Snakes! – Treating and Preventing Venomous Bites

Thunderstorms and Camping Safety – Lightning and Flash Flood Safety Information

Safety First: Thunderstorms and Camping – Do’s and Don’ts in Stormy Weather

Tick Removal – What’s the Best Way to Remove a Tick?

Tick Removal Tips – From the Lime Disease Foundation, Inc.