About Scouting

The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.

 

Boy Scouting is available to boys who have earned the Arrow of Light Award and are at least 10 years old, or who have completed the fifth grade and are at least 10 years old, or who are 11 but not yet 18 years old. The program achieves the BSA's objectives of developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.


 

The Scout Oath                              

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.		  

The Law                            

A Scout is:
trustworthy, loyal, helpful,
friendly, courteous, kind,
obedient, cheerful, thrifty,
brave, clean and reverent.

The Scout Motto                            

Be prepared

The Scout Slogan                    

Do a Good Turn Daily


The Outdoor Code
As an American, I will do my best to - 
Be clean in my outdoor manners. 
Be careful with fire.
Be considerate in the outdoors.
Be conservation minded.