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A GLOSSARY OF TERMS
A BRIEF GLOSSARY OF COMMONLY USED SCOUTING TERMS

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AA form	Adult application form.
Able	Next-to-the-highest rank in Sea Scouting, awarded to registered Sea Scouts who have met the requirements. Combinations: "Able Award," "Able rank," "Able requirements," "Able Sea Scout."
Academics program, Academics pin, Academics belt loop	See "Cub Scout Sports and Academics program."
achievement	The name given to a major requirement in Cub Scouting. There are achievements for both the Wolf and Bear ranks. Capitalize only when writing about a specific achievement: "Feats of Skill, Wolf Achievement 1"; "Bear achievement."
activity badge	One of 20 specialized recognitions earned by Webelos Scouts. Capitalize the name of the badge only. Example: "Earn the Aquanaut and Sportsman activity badges."
activity badge counselor	An adult, noncommissioned volunteer who counsels a Webelos Scout on one or more of the activity badges.
activity chair	A Venturer appointed by the crew Advisor and president to chair a crew activity or project.
activity committee	The council or district committee responsible for planning, promoting and operating activities.
Ad Altare Dei emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by seventh- and eighth-grade Scouts of the Roman Catholic faith. The Latin means "Unto the Altar of God."
ADC	Assistant District Commissioner.
Adirondack Adventure Area	An association of 14 BSA councils has developed and operates this unique high-adventure program in the more than 6-million-acre Adirondack State Park in New York. Mailing address: Adirondack Adventure Area; Northeast Region, BSA; P.O. Box 350; Dayton, NJ 08810.
Adult Mentor program	Adult mentors work with young people enrolled in the God and Country program. An adult who completes the mentor studies receives a certificate and lapel pin to wear on nonuniform clothing. Also see "God and Service Award."
adult partner	The adult member of a Tiger Cub team.
adult ratio	The ratio of adults to young people. Certain adult ratios are required for activities involving Beaver Scouts and Cub Scouts. These are detailed in POR.
Advanced Seamanship	This Sea Scouting course is designed for those who have completed the Safe Boating course. Those who complete it earn the Qualified Seaman bar.
advanced training	In-depth training for experienced adult leaders, such as Wood Badge.
advancement	The process by which a member meets certain requirements and earns recognition.
adviser	Use this spelling when describing a counselor other than a Venturing or Explorer Advisor. Example: "Order of the Arrow lodge adviser."
Advisor	(1) The top adult volunteer appointed by the participating organization to lead an Explorer post. (2) The top adult leader of a Venturing crew who is responsible for program, coordination, and the training of the elected youth officers of the crew or ship. The Advisor or Skipper is appointed by the crew or ship committee, approved by the chartered organization, and commissioned, upon approval of the registration, by the Boy Scouts of America. Advisors must be 21 years of age, be citizens or legal residents of the United States, accept the BSA Declaration of Religious Principle (see "Religious Principle, Declaration of"), and be of high moral character. All adult positions in Venturing and Exploring are open to men and women.
Advisory Council	The Advisory Council to the National Executive Board is composed of nonvoting members of the National Council who, because of experience, have a particular expertise that would benefit the national movement. They are elected to National Advisory Council membership by a two-thirds vote of the Executive Board members present at any meeting.
AFL-CIO Wood Badge Scholarship program	A program that assists selected union members in acquiring skills that will equip them to serve the youth of their communities better. Twelve scholarships, three for each of the four BSA regions, are awarded annually.
African American	Preferred to "black," although black is not incorrect and may be used interchangeably with African American. Do not use a hyphen, even when used in adjectival forms: "the African American community."
African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church	See "Methodist churches."
Akela	(Pronounced Ah-KAY-la.) A title of respect used in Cub Scouting-any good leader is Akela. Akela is also the leader and guide for Cub Scouts on the Wolf trail. The name comes from Rudyard Kipling's Jungle Book. See "Law of the Pack."
Aleph emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts of the Jewish faith.
Allaho Akber emblem	A religious emblem presented to adults by the Islamic Council on Scouting.
alliance	See "Scout Executives' Alliance."
Alpha Omega emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Alpha Phi Omega (AOP)	A coeducational service fraternity organized in many of the colleges and universities of America. It was founded on the principles of the BSA and Scout Oath and Law.
alumni family member	Individuals, previously registered with the Boy Scouts of America, who wish to continue to identify with the BSA's ideals, values, and program.
Alumni Family News	A national publication sent to alumni members several times per year. It provides both nostalgic and current information.
American Veterinary Medical Association Explorer Award	A cash award and plaque are presented by the AVMA to individual Explorers making a significant contribution to the veterinary medicine field.
Ancient One, The	A national recognition for distinguished service by adults of the Meher Baba faith in the Scouting program.
Anniversary Week	See "Scouting Anniversary Week."
Annual Giving Campaign (AGC)	An opportunity for National Council employees and selected national-level prospects to provide financial support for national operations. Also see "Friends of Scouting."
annual meeting	These meetings are held to elect officers, hear reports of the year's activities, and study plans for the coming year. Capitalize only when naming a specific meeting. Example: "Fairfield Council Annual Meeting." See also "National Annual Meeting."
Apprentice	The entrance rank in Sea Scouting. Combinations: "Apprentice Award," "Apprentice Sea Scout," "Apprentice rank," "Apprentice requirements."
Aquatics Instructor, BSA	See "BSA Aquatics Instructor."
Ararat emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers of the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern Diocese). It depicts Mount Ararat.
area	An administrative section of a BSA region containing a number of councils. Regions have from five to eight areas. Combinations: "Area 2," "area wide."
area president	The ranking elected volunteer officer in an area (noncommissioned) who heads the area committee and serves as a member of the regional cabinet.
areas of program emphasis, Exploring	Exploring's five areas of program emphasis are career opportunities, life skills, service learning, character education, and leadership experience.
arena Scouting show	A series of exciting and dramatic displays of Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing skills and talents put on by the members themselves for a seated audience. See also "booth Scouting show."
Armenian Church of America	The term encompasses two independent dioceses (Eastern and Western) that cooperate in some activities. The Eastern Diocese of the Armenian Church of America awards the Saint Gregory emblem for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts and the Ararat emblem for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers. The Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America awards the Saint Mesrob emblem for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers.
Armenian Committee on Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Armenian Church of America and the Boy Scouts of America.
Arrow of Light Award	The highest rank in Cub Scouting and the only Cub Scout badge that may be worn on the Boy Scout uniform. A boy who has earned the Arrow of Light Award is eligible to become a Boy Scout.
Arrow Point	An award for earning 10 elective credits as a Wolf or Bear Cub Scout: The first 10 electives earned in either rank are represented by a Gold Arrow Point; subsequent groups of 10 earn Silver Arrow Points.
Arrowhead Honor	A recognition given to commissioners who have completed specific training projects. Combinations: "Arrowhead Honor Award," "Arrowhead Honor projects."
Arrowman	A youth or adult member of the Order of the Arrow.
assistant Cubmaster	A commissioned volunteer Scouter, 18 or older, appointed by the chartered organization to help the Cubmaster.
assistant den leader	A commissioned volunteer Scouter, 18 or older, appointed by the chartered organization to help the Cub Scout den leader.
assistant denner	A Cub Scout or Webelos Scout elected by his peers to help the denner.
Assistant District Commissioner (ADC)	A commissioned volunteer Scouter, 18 or older, who assists the District commissioner with a given district.
assistant patrol leader	A Boy Scout who is appointed by the patrol leader to help him and to take his place in his absence.
assistant Scoutmaster	A commissioned volunteer Scouter, 18 or older, appointed by the chartered organization to help the Scoutmaster by working with a new-Scout patrol, Varsity Scout team, or Venture patrol.
assistant senior patrol leader	A troop youth leader, usually in larger troops, who helps the senior patrol leader. Appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent.
assistant Webelos den leader	A commissioned leader in a pack, at least 18 years of age, who is appointed by the chartered organization to help the Webelos den leader.
associate Advisor, Exploring	An adult volunteer, 21 or older, appointed by the participating organization to help the Explorer post Advisor.
associate Advisor, Venturing	Each Venturing crew or Sea Scout ship should have one or more adults, 21 years of age or older, who perform such duties as may be assigned by the Advisor. Associate Advisors must meet the same requirements for commissioning as Advisors and are recommended for commissions by the Advisor and crew committee, subject to their chartered organization and BSA local council approval. Associate Advisors often are assigned administrative and program functions. An associate Advisor in a Sea Scout ship is called a "mate."
Association of African Methodist Episcopal Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the African Methodist Episcopal Church and the Boy Scouts of America.
Association of Baptists for Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between Baptist churches and the Boy Scouts of America.
Association of Unity Churches	Awards the God in Me emblem for Webelos Scouts, the Light of God Award for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, and the Distinguished Youth Service Award for adults.
awards of merit	See "District Award of Merit" and "National President's Scoutmaster Award of Merit."
Baden-Powell, Robert Stephenson Smyth	Founder of the worldwide Scouting movement. Born in London, February 22, 1857. Created a baron in 1929. He is referred to as Lord Baden-Powell of Gilwell, Chief Scout of the World. Died January 8, 1941. Abbreviate to B-P (without periods).
Baden-Powell Patrol Award	An embroidered star worn beneath the patrol medallion distinguishes a member of a patrol that has won this award by meeting requirements in patrol spirit; patrol meetings; hikes, outdoor activities, and other events; Good Turns or service projects; advancement; membership; uniform; and patrol leaders' council attendance.
Baden-Powell World Fellowship	This program of the World Scout Foundation recognizes individuals for their financial support of world Scouting. See "World Scout Foundation."
badge	Usually lowercase when referred to badges that Scouts can earn: "Webelos activity badge," "Wolf badge," "Boy Scout badge," "merit badge"; however, "Wood Badge."
Baha'i, Baha'is, Bahaism	This faith began in Persia in the 1840s; the principle prophet is Bahá'u'lláh. This religious group awards the Unity of Mankind emblem for Cub Scouts through Venturers.
Baha'i Committee on Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Baha'i faith and the Boy Scouts of America.
Baloo	(Pronounced Bah-LOO.) The friendly bear in Kipling's Jungle Book taught Mowgli the ways of the jungle. Parents and adult guides act as Baloo for Cub Scouts on the Bear trail in the same way they took the part of Akela for Cub Scouts on the Wolf trail.
B.A.L.O.O.	See "Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation training".
Baptist churches	Do not apply the term "church" to any Baptist unit except the local church. There are more than 20 Baptist bodies in the United States, the largest being the Southern Baptist Convention. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts; God and Family for Webelos Scouts; God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; God and Life for Venturers and older Boy and Varsity Scouts; and the Good Shepherd for adults.
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation training) (BALOO)	This is a full day course designed to teach basic outdoor camping skills to Cub Scout Leaders. Cooking, outdoor equipment and trip planning are just some of the areas covered (Note: As of Janruary 01, 2002, any Pack that is applying for a Tour Permit to go camping must have at least one Leader with this training listed on the Tour Permit.)
basic training	This training equips adult volunteer leaders and members of the commissioner staff to carry out their responsibilities. See "Cub Scout Leader Basic Training," "Explorer Leader Basic Training," "Scoutmastership Fundamentals," and "Varsity Scout Leader Fundamentals."
Be Prepared	The Scout motto. The initials of the motto are the initials of Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting.
Bear	The rank designed for a Cub Scout in the third grade (or 9 years old). Combinations: "Bear achievements," "Bear badge," "Bear Cub Scout," "Bear electives," "Bear trail."
Bear Cub Scout Book	This book contains the advancement program for all third-grade (or 9-year-old) Cub Scouts.
Benchmark	One of several critical planning issues defined by the National Council for local council long-range strategic plans. Note the capitalization. The 19 Benchmarks are found in the publication Local Council Strategic Planning-Benchmarks for Success. Also see "critical issues," "Strategic Plan, National."
big idea	Tiger Cub activities are grouped into themes, called "big ideas," in the Tiger Cubs BSA Family Activity Book. Capitalize when referring to a specific big idea: "Big Idea 17."
bimonthly	Means every other month. "Semimonthly" means twice a month.
Bishop Thaddeus F. Zielinski	A religious recognition for adults given by the Polish National Catholic Church.
Bismillah emblem	A spiritual growth and development emblem that can be earned by Islamic Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts.
biweekly	Means every other week. "Semiweekly" means twice a week.
blue and gold banquet	A birthday dinner for Scouting held by Cub Scout packs in February to celebrate the founding of the Boy Scouts of America in 1910 and of Cub Scouting in 1930. May be called "blue and gold dinner." Capitalize only when part of a full title: "Pack 214 Blue and Gold Banquet."
board of regents	Recipients of the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award are invited to join the Board of Regents of the National Eagle Scout Association. The chairman of the NESA Board of Regents is elected by those who have accepted membership. Capitalize only when reference is clearly to the NESA Board of Regents.
board of review	A review held to determine if a Boy Scout has satisfactorily completed rank requirements. A review may be held also for Boy Scouts who are not advancing, for encouragement. For the first five ranks the board of review is conducted by the troop committee. For the Eagle Scout rank, the council decides whether the unit committee or the district or council committee responsible for advancement conducts the board of review. At least one district or council advancement representative shall be a member of the unit board of review.
Boardsailing BSA	This award was developed to introduce Scouts to basic boardsailing skills, equipment, and safety precautions; to encourage the development of skills that promote fitness and safe aquatic recreation; and to lay a skill and knowledge foundation for those who will later participate in more advanced and demanding activities on the water.
boatswain	The elected youth leader of a Sea Scout ship. The office is comparable to president of a Venturing crew.
boatswain's mate	The Sea Scouting equivalent of vice president in a Venturing crew. See "mate."
Bobcat	The first rank in Cub Scouting.
Bobcat badge	Is earned by all Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts when they join the pack. Tiger Cubs earn the Bobcat badge after compleing the Tiger Cub rank.
BOLO	A newsletter published daily for participants of the National Law Enforcement Explorer Conference. The title stands for Be On the Look-Out.
booth Scouting show	Booth displays by Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers are put on simultaneously while the audience walks around to observe them. This indoor or outdoor event may include stage shows for individual unit demonstrations. See also "arena Scouting show."
Boy Scout	A registered youth member of a Boy Scout troop or one registered as a Lone Boy Scout. On second reference or in informal usage, Scout" is synonymous with "Boy Scout." The Boy Scout badge signifies fulfillment of the joining requirements; it does not represent a rank. See "Boy Scouting."
Boy Scout Division	The arm of the National Council Program Group that develops and administers Boy Scouting and Varsity Scouting. See "division."
Boy Scout Leader Wood Badge	See "Wood Badge."
Boy Scout Leader Specific Training	This is the Boy Scout version of basic training. More advanced outdoor training is available. The reason I have added this to the Cub list is that as a former Webelos Leader, I wish I had gone through this course prior to being a Leader. It would have helped me understand what I was trying to get the Webelos scouts ready for.
Boy Scout Leader's Training Award.	A training recognition for adults in Boy Scouting. See "Scoutmaster's Key."
Boy Scout Relations Committee of the General Church of the New Jerusalem	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the General Church of the New Jerusalem and the Boy Scouts of America.
Boy Scouting	That part of the program of the Boy Scouts of America for boys and young men not yet 18 years old, and who are at least 11 or have completed the fifth grade, or who have earned the Arrow of Light Award in Cub Scouting. Boy Scouts advance through Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, and Life ranks to Eagle Scout. The emphasis is on outdoor activity, learning skills, developing leadership ability, and service. The unit is a Boy Scout troop. See "Scouting."
Boy Scouts of America	The legal name of the organization is singular. Example: "In 2010 the Boy Scouts of America will celebrate its 100th anniversary." The abbreviation is BSA (without periods) and is used with the article ("the BSA") when used as a noun. See "National Council" and "national office."
Boys' Life	The magazine for all boys published by the Boy Scouts of America. The title should be typeset in italics and underlined when typed. Note the placement of the apostrophe (not Boy's).
bridge of honor	An award presentation ceremony in Sea Scouting.
Bronze Award	Five Bronze awards are available to Venturers. Each Bronze Award relates to one of the five Venturing special-interest clusters: sports, arts and hobbies, youth ministries, outdoors, and Sea Scouting. Venturers may earn all five awards. Achievement of at least one Bronze Award is a requirement for the Gold Award.
Bronze Palm	See "Eagle Palms."
Bronze Pelican Award	A diocesan religious recognition given to Catholic adults and those of other faiths for outstanding service to the spiritual development of Catholic youth in the BSA program. This is not a national recognition.
Bronze Wolf Award	The only award of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, this is presented by the World Scout Committee for outstanding service to Scouting.
Brotherhood membership	The second and final induction phase of membership in the Order of the Arrow. Capitalize Brotherhood only when referring to membership or to the ceremony. Do not capitalize when referring to friendship.
BSA Aquatics Instructor	A five-year certification awarded to an adult who satisfactorily completes the aquatics section at a BSA National Camping School.
BSA Bike Safe	A standard set of bicycling principles.
BSA Family Award	The BSA Family Award is earned by a Cub Scout and his family when they complete five of eight requirements that are outlined in the BSA Family Book.
BSA family camping	An outdoor camping experience, other than resident camping, that involves elements of Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, or Venturing in overnight settings with two or more family members, including at least one BSA member of the family.
BSA Family program	The BSA Family program, as outlined in the BSA Family Book, helps strengthen families of Cub Scouts and encourages family involvement in Scouting. The program includes a weekly "family talk" that provides family members an opportunity to learn and practice relationship skills as well as suggested family activities that fulfill requirements for registered BSA families to earn the BSA Family Award.
BSA Intranet	A private and secure computer network designed to connect all local council and business units of the BSA using technology similar to that of the Internet. The BSA Intranet does not give access to Internet Web sites.
BSA Lifeguard	A three-year certification awarded to Boy Scouts, Venturers, and adults who meet prescribed requirements in aquatics skills, Safe Swim Defense, Safety Afloat, first aid, and emergency action. See "BSA Aquatics Instructor."
BSA Lifeguard Counselor	The certification for adults who train BSA Aquatics Instructors.
BSA local council	Not "BSA council" or "local BSA council."
BSA Mission Statement	The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
BSA National Crime Prevention program	The BSA National Crime Prevention program has four components: youth, family, community, and unit-each with its own role in the program and suggested activities. Developing crime prevention coalitions and initiatives with local United Ways, law enforcement, and other agencies is a key component of this BSA program.
BSA Vision Statement:	The Boy Scouts of America is the nation's foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training. In the future Scouting will continue to Offer young people responsible fun and adventure Instill in young people lifetime values and develop in them ethical character as expressed in the Scout Oath and Law Train young people in citizenship, service, and leadership Serve America's communities and families with its quality, values-based program
Buddhist Churches of America	The Buddhist Churches of America administers the religious emblems program for all Buddhist denominations in America. It is composed of temples of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Japanese Buddhism. Awards the Metta emblem for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts (Metta is a Buddhist term meaning "loving kindness and goodwill") and the Sangha emblem for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers (Sangha means "Buddhist brotherhood").
Buddhist Committee on Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Buddhist Churches of America and the Boy Scouts of America.
buddy system	One part of the Safe Swim Defense plan. Swimmers of like ability are paired, check in and out of the water together, and stay within 10 feet of each other during the swim. The buddy system is also used in other aquatics, hiking, and camping activities for safety reasons and in working with a merit badge counselor.
budget plan	A method used by a unit to develop thrift habits. A yearly budget is established and weekly dues are agreed upon.
bugler	An appointed youth position in a Sea Scout ship or a Boy Scout troop.
Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America	The document that defines all legal aspects of the operation of the Boy Scouts of America corporation. Contained in the Charter and Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America.
calling-out ceremony	The ceremony that begins the membership induction process for a newly elected Order of the Arrow candidate.
camp director	The Scouter in charge of the administration of a Boy Scout resident camp or a Cub Scout day camp or resident camp.
camp ranger	A ranger's responsibilities may include keeping camp facilities functioning properly, performing camp improvements and maintenance, issuing supplies and equipment related to maintenance, directing the maintenance staff, and managing the off-season program. Usually the ranger reports to the camp director or business manager.
Campaign for Local Council Endowment	See "Nationally Coordinated Campaign for Local Council Endowment."
campcraft	Skills for living in the outdoors: using shelter for protection, making ground beds, building fires for warmth and food preparation, knowing the skills of field sanitation, and properly using woods tools. See "Scoutcraft" and "woodcraft."
camping	Camping is the hallmark of Scouting; boys join Scouting to go camping. See "day camp," "long-term camping," "outdoor program," "high adventure (local council)," "High Adventure Division," and "resident camping."
camping director	A professional Scouter who is responsible for development of the year-round camping program of the local council. This person supervises the long-term camping program and may or may not serve as the resident camp director.
campmaster	A volunteer Scouter trained to assist in short-term camping. Many councils organize a campmaster corps as a resource for their units. Also see "wagonmaster."
camporall	A weekend council activity in which all districts of a council participate in a coordinated camporee-type program. Capitalize only when referring to a specific council's camporall: "Circle Ten Council Camporall."
camporama	An activity that combines the essential elements of a camporee or camporall and a booth Scouting show. Capitalize only when referring to a specific council's camporama: "National Capital Area Council Camporama."
camporee	Derived from two words: camp and jamboree. A camporee is a district or council troop activity that demonstrates the techniques of living in camp. Involves a one- or two-night camping experience and may include Scoutcraft competition. Capitalize only when referring to a specific district's or troop's event: "Hiawatha District Camporee."
campsite	A unit's outdoor home for an overnight, resident, or long-term camp or for den activities at Cub Scout day camp. One word.
Campways	A nationwide system of stopover camps for traveling Boy Scout troops, Varsity Scout teams, and Venturing crews using official BSA tour permits.
captain	The elected youth leader of a Varsity Scout team.
Career Awareness Exploring	Obsolete term. See "senior high school career seminars."
Center for Professional Development	Professional Development Levels I, II, and III (abbreviated PD-LI, PD-LII, and PD-LIII) and other courses for professional Scouters and professional-technical employees are taught at this center, which is located near the national office. Historical references may refer to National Training School (NTS) or National Executive Institute (NEI) courses, but these terms are obsolete.
certificate of merit	See "Local Council Certificate of Merit" and "National Certificate of Merit."
chair	Use rather than "chairman" for all Exploring contexts.
chairman, chairwoman	Generally, do not capitalize unless used as a formal title before a name: "company Chairman Rocky Rhodes"; "the chairwoman called the meeting to order"; "committee chairman Robert Jones" (informal use of a temporary position: lowercase). Do not use "chairperson" unless it is an organization's formal title for an office. However, if possible, do not presume maleness with the use of "chairman." Some alternatives: chair, moderator, committee head, coordinator, speaker.
Challengers	Youth participants in the Learning for Life elementary program for fifth- and sixth-grade students. See also "Discoverers" and "Seekers."
Champions	Youth participants in the Learning for Life special-needs program.
chaplain	A spiritual leader for units appointed by the church, synagogue, or community organization chartered to use the Scouting program. One who gives spiritual leadership to a camp or jamboree community; conducts religious services according to his or her faith and arranges for other religious observance as needed; provides help in dealing with morale; and visits those who are ill and provides counseling in case of bereavement.
chaplain aide	A youth leader who works with the troop chaplain to ensure all members have appropriate religious observance during outings and helps other Scouts in the religious emblems program. Appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent.
chapter	An optional geographic administrative unit of an Order of the Arrow lodge corresponding to a district or multiple districts.
Charles L. Sommers High Adventure Base	This year-round headquarters facility in Ely, Minnesota, offers cold-weather camping and access to dozens of wilderness routes in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota and the Quetico Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada. See "Northern Tier National High Adventure Program."
charter	In the BSA, charters authorize an organization to operate BSA Scouting units (see "chartered organization"). a local council to incorporate as a BSA local council. operation of an Order of the Arrow lodge. the Boy Scouts of America to incorporate. See "Charter of the Boy Scouts of America" and "Charter and Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America." When used as a verb, use "to obtain a charter" and "to renew a charter" rather than "to charter" or "to recharter."
Charter and Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America	The published booklet containing the two documents. Underlined when typed and italic when typeset if reference is to the physical book; titles of the separate documents are not underlined or italicized.
Charter of the Boy Scouts of America	This Congressional Act of Incorporation, passed on June 15, 1916, authorized and set standards for the incorporation of the Boy Scouts of America. It also protects the name, emblems, badges, and descriptive or designating marks, words, or phrases of the program. See "Charter and Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America."
charter presentation	A formal ceremony at which the charter, Scouter commissions, and membership certificates are presented to organization authorities and members of the unit.
charter renewal	An annual meeting attended by the chartered organization representative, head of the chartered organization, troop leaders, and unit commissioner for the purpose of completing the charter application and making plans for the charter presentation.
charter review	See "membership inventory."
chartered organization	A religious, civic, fraternal, educational, or other community-based organization that has applied for and received a charter to operate a BSA Scouting unit. Do not use the term "chartered partner." The analogous term in Learning for Life is "participating organization."
chartered organization representative	A manager of Scouting in a chartered organization who also represents this organization in the local council and district. Formerly called "Scouting coordinator."
chartered partner	Do not use this term in place of "chartered organization."
cheermaster	This Scout is in charge of leading patrol songs, yells, stunts, and campfire programs. He is appointed by the patrol leader.
Chi Rho emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Webelos Scouts who are members of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
chief	The key elected youth leader in the Order of the Arrow who may be a chapter chief, lodge chief, section chief, regional chief, or national chief.
Chief Scout	The United Kingdom's version of Chief Scout Executive.
Chief Scout Citizen	Theodore Roosevelt was named Chief Scout Citizen in 1910 when the Boy Scouts of America was founded. Always capitalize.
Chief Scout Executive	The top-ranking professional Scouter of the Boy Scouts of America. This is the only professional title that is routinely capitalized.
Chief Scout Executive's Winners' Circle	Scouting professionals with a direct or supporting membership responsibility must have a gain in membership in their service area on June 30 over the same period one year before and a gain in total units to be in the Winners' Circle.
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)	The parentheses and the words they surround are part of the formal name. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts; God and Family for Webelos Scouts; God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; God and Life for Venturers and older Boy and Varsity Scouts; and the God and Service nomination (not earned) for adults.
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) National Association of Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the Boy Scouts of America.
Church of Christ, Scientist	The international headquarters is at the Mother Church in Boston. A branch church, governed by its own board, is named the First Church of Christ, Scientist, or Second Church, etc., according to the order of its establishment in a community. The terms "Christian Science Church" or "Churches of Christ, Scientist," are acceptable in all references to the denomination. The God and Country emblem is awarded to Cub Scouts through Venturers.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints	Note the punctuation and capitalization of "Latter-day." Abbreviate as LDS Church (which is preferred to the use of "Mormon church"). Awards the Faith in God emblem for Webelos Scouts, and the On My Honor emblem for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and adults.
Church of the New Jerusalem (The New Church)	Members of this faith share a common belief in the Bible and the teachings of the 18th-century scientist and theologian Emanuel Swedenborg (so they are sometimes known as "Swedenborgians"). Bestows the Open Word Award to Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers.
Churches of Christ	Individual churches function autonomously and do not regard themselves as a denomination. The Servant Leadership Series is the religious recognition program for Scouts who are affiliated with Churches of Christ. Religious emblems: Joyful Servant for Cub Scouts (grades two through five) and Webelos Scouts; Good Servant for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers; and Faithful Servant for adults.
Climb On Safely	The BSA's recommended procedure for conducting all BSA climbing/rappelling activities. The eight points-qualified supervision, discipline, physical fitness, safe area, equipment, planning, environmental conditions, and qualified instruction-help ensure the safety and well-being of participants. Note the uppercase "On."
CLOE	See "Cub Leader Outdoor Experience."
cluster	A grouping of Venturing crews by program interest. The five national Venturing clusters are arts and hobbies, outdoors, sports, youth ministries, and Sea Scouting. The grouping of Explorer posts with similar special interests to facilitate ongoing service by local and national volunteer staff members. National Exploring clusters include aviation, business, communications, engineering, fire service, health careers, law enforcement, law, science, and skilled trades.
coach	See "Cub Scout den leader coach," "Tiger Cub coach," and "Webelos den leader coach."
Coach	The commissioned volunteer Scouter, 21 or older, appointed to lead a Varsity Scout team.
Coach's Corner	A short inspirational message given by the Coach during a Varsity Scout team meeting.
cocaptain	An assistant youth leader of a Varsity Scout team.
Code of Conduct	Usually drafted with this the help of the scouts. Helps a Leader's meetings run smoothly without disruption by getting the Cub or Webelos Scouts' agreement on what behavior is acceptable.
coed Venturing crews	The membership policy of a Venturing crew is determined by the organization chartering the crew. The organization may determine whether its crew is to be coed, all male, or all female. (The majority of crews are coed.) It is recommended that coed crews have male and female adult leaders.
College Scouter Reserve	A registration status for young people 18 and older who are in college, have been actively registered in Scouting, and commit themselves to an informed interest and active participation in the program whenever possible.
commissioned personnel	The commissioned personnel of a council includes all professional Scouters and these volunteer Scouters: Cubmasters, Tiger Cub coaches, den leaders, Cub Scout den leader coaches, Webelos Scout den leader coaches, Scoutmasters, Varsity Scout Coaches, Venturing Advisors, Sea Scout Skippers, and the assistants and associates to these positions; and all commissioners.
commissioner	A volunteer Scouter who works with packs, troops, teams, and Venturing crews to help the units succeed. In addition to the council commissioner, there are district commissioners, assistant district commissioners, roundtable commissioners, huddle commissioners, and unit commissioners. Also see "international commissioner."
committee	The work of the National Council is conducted by volunteers working in committees with the guidance of professional Scouters. There are five group standing committees of the National Executive Board: the Administration Group Committee, Program Group Committee, Personnel Group Committee, Regional Presidents' Group Committee, and Relationships/Marketing Group Committee. Under these are 14 support standing committees: the Supply Committee, Finance and Investment Committee, Properties Committee, Marketing Committee, Relationships Committee, Cub Scout Committee, Boy Scout Committee, Venturing Committee, Finance Support Committee, High Adventure Committee, Council Services Committee, Professional Development Committee, Compensation and Benefits Committee, and Personnel Administration Committee. A council may have committees to direct any of the various aspects of the program as it deems necessary. The district committee is a group of volunteer adults responsible for carrying out the council program within their district. A local chartered organization has a unit committee, composed of volunteers, to administer the affairs of each unit it operates. Some national organizations have advisory committees to guide the use of Scouting by their affiliated local community and religious organizations and to promote cooperation between them and the Boy Scouts of America. Capitalize "committee" only in the official name of a particular committee. Combinations: "national Boy Scout Committee," "Longhorn Council Finance Committee," "district membership committees," "troop committee," "National Catholic Committee on Scouting."
Committee for Meher Baba of Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Meher Baba faith and the Boy Scouts of America.
compass points emblem	Awarded to Webelos Scouts when they have earned four activity badges in addition to those needed for the Webelos badge. A metal compass point may be pinned to the emblem for each four activity badges earned subsequently until three compass points have been earned.
Compassionate Father emblem	This religious emblem can be earned by Boy Scouts and Venturers of the Meher Baba faith.
conclave	A section training meeting for Order of the Arrow members from a specific geographic area.
Congressional Award	A recognition given by the Congress of the United States to young people ages 14 through 23 who accomplish high goals in voluntary public service.
conservation Good Turn	An opportunity for Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, Varsity Scout teams, and Venturing crews to join with conservation or environmental organizations (federal, state, local, or private) to carry out a conservation Good Turn in their communities. A new conservation Good Turn emphasis was launched in January 1995 and is ongoing.
COPE	See "Project COPE."
council	An administrative body chartered to be responsible for Scouting in a designated geographic territory. See "BSA local council," "local council," and "National Council." Capitalize only when referring to a specific local council or the National Council: "Moby Dick Council," "Gulf Coast Council."
council employee.	A full-time or part-time employee serving in a support position not classified under professional, professional-technical, or paraprofessional guidelines (i.e., secretaries, clerks, custodial personnel, most camp rangers, and seasonal camp employees). It is recommended that all council employees be registered members of the BSA.
council junior leader training conference	A week long experience for junior leaders conducted by the council featuring Scoutcraft and leadership skills. See "introduction to leadership," "National Junior Leader Instructor Camp," and "troop junior leader training."
council office	See "council service center."
Council Packet	A collection of pertinent, detailed information for councils and key national staff members. Distributed regularly from the national office.
council president	The elected volunteer Scouter who heads the council and chairs its executive board.
council service center	The business center for the local administration of Scouting. "Council office" may be used, but "council service center" is preferred as being more representative of its function.
court of honor	A recognition ceremony for those who have met the requirements of any one of the Boy Scout ranks, merit badges, or other awards. See "National Court of Honor."
crew	A working group of Sea Scouts in a ship. There are usually several crews in a ship. This compares with the Cub Scout den, the Boy Scout patrol, and the Varsity Scout team. A working group of five to 12 members of a high-adventure base contingent. See "Venturing Crew."
crew code and bylaws	A set of bylaws adopted by the members of a Venturing crew or Sea Scout ship to guide their officers and program. The Venturing Code is included as a preamble.
crew leader	The elected youth leader of a Sea Scout or high-adventure base crew.
Crime Prevention program	See "BSA National Crime Prevention program."
crossove	When Webelos Scouts become Boy Scouts: "Webelos crossover." Also known as bridging.
Cub Leader Outdoor Experience (CLOE)	This supplemental training is designed to introduce Cub leaders to the outdoors. Nature hikes, outdoor crafts, a campfire program are just a few areas of past trainings. This training is not offered in all areas.
Cub Scout	A registered youth member of a Cub Scout pack or one registered as a Lone Cub Scout who has completed first grade but who has not yet completed third grade, or who is age 8 or 9. See "Cub Scouting."
Cub Scout Academics program	See "Cub Scout Sports and Academics program."
Cub Scout Ceremonies for Dens and Packs	A publication that shows you how to conduct ceremonies, from simple ceremonies in den meetings to advancement, induction, and graduation ceremonies in the pack meeting. Available at the Scout Shop.
Cub Scout day camp	See "day camp."
Cub Scout den	Usually consists of six to eight Cub Scouts with a den leader and one or more assistants, as well as a den chief. It meets every week at a time and place chosen by the den leader and parents.
Cub Scout den leader coach	A registered volunteer member, 21 or older, who works with and helps Cub Scout den leaders in the pack.
Cub Scout Den Meeting Program	A form that lists all the parts of a den meeting and is used to plan your weekly meetings. You can find a copy in your Cub Scout Leader Book. Additional blank copies may be purchased at your council service center.
Cub Scout Division	The arm of the National Council Program Group that develops and administers Cub Scouting.
Cub Scout handshake	Used by Cub Scouts and Cub Scouters; like an ordinary handshake with the right hand except that the index and middle fingers are extended toward the other person, touching his wrist.
Cub Scout Leader Basic Training	(obsolete training)
Cub Scout Leader Book	A key reference for all Cub Scout leaders. It contains all of the details on running and administering a den and pack, including organization, membership, advancement, policies, and much more.
Cub Scout Leader How-To Book	Contains hundreds of ideas for games, crafts, skits, stunts, projects, and activities for dens and packs.
Cub Scout Leader Specific Training	Tiger Cub den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, Webelos den leaders, Cubmasters, and pack committee members can complete this training in one day or two or three evenings. These trainings will cover in detail your role in the Pack and what you will be working on with the Scouts in your den. The leader is considered trained upon completion of New Leader Essentials and the Leader Specific training for that position.
Cub Scout motto	Do Your Best
Cub Scout Program helps	A packet containing suggested pack themes for each month of the year, including suggested pack and den activities and meeting plans. It includes a month's worth of suggested den meetings for each theme.
Cub Scout Promise	I, [name], promise to do my best To do my duty to God and my country, To help other people, and To obey the Law of the Pack.
Cub Scout Renewal Plan	A computer-based, personalized approach to reclaiming separated Cub Scouts to the program.
Cub Scout resident camp	See "resident camping."
Cub Scout salute	A hand salute made by Cub Scouts and Cub Scouters with the fingers of the right hand held in position as for the Cub Scout sign, except that the index and middle fingers are held together. The tips of the fingers touch the right eyebrow or the bill of the Cub Scout cap.
Cub Scout sign	A sign made by raising the right hand straight up high over the head with the palm forward. The first two fingers are wide apart and pointing up as in a V. The thumb covers the nails of the ring and little fingers. Used when repeating the Cub Scout Promise or Law of the Pack and as a signal for quiet in meetings.
Cub Scout Sports and Academics program	A supplemental enrichment program that complements Cub Scouting. A pack may select any of 29 sports or academic subjects to pursue. Sports or Academics belt loops, pins, and jacket letters recognize the Cub Scouts for participation and practice.
Cub Scout Trainer Wood Badge	See "Wood Badge."
Cub Scouter	A registered member of a Cub Scout pack, 18 or older, or a professional Scouter who works with Cub Scouting. (Do not use "Cubber" to correspond to "Scouter" because "Cub" is not a verb.)
Cub Scouter Award	An award for Cub Scouters, including district committee members, for completing requirements of tenure, training, and performance. See "Cubmaster Award."
Cub Scouting	That part of the program of the Boy Scouts of America for boys who are in the first grade through fifth grade (or are 7, 8, 9, or 10 years old). Tiger Cubs are in the first grade (or age 7); Cub Scouts, second or third grade (or ages 8 or 9); and Webelos Scouts, fourth and fifth grade (or age 10). The unit is a Cub Scout pack. The emphasis is on family-centered activities, group activities, learning, and having fun. (Never use the term "Cubbing"; "Cub" is not a verb.) See "Scouting" and "Tiger Cubs BSA."
Cubbing, Cubber	Do not use to correspond to "Scouting" and "Scouter" because "Cub" is not a verb. However, "Cubbing" may be appropriate in historical contexts, as the term was used before 1945.
Cubmaster	A commissioned volunteer Scouter, 21 or older, appointed by the chartered organization to lead a Cub Scout pack.
Cubmaster Award	An award available to Cubmasters for completing requirements of tenure, training, and performance.
Cubmaster's Minute	See "Den Leader's Minute."
Cubmaster Workshop	A supplemental training that touches on a variety of topics including ceremonies, costumes, and pack meeting pizzazz. (>3 hrs)
day camp	A nonresidential camp conducted during the daytime hours only on a council or district basis for Cub Scouts and/or Webelos Scouts.
deferred gift	See "planned giving."
den	A neighborhood group of four to eight Cub Scouts or Webelos Scouts that meets periodically, usually once a week, and is part of a Cub Scout pack.
den chief	A Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer who helps direct the activates of a Cub Scout den. Appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent. Also see "Webelos den chief."
den chief handbook	A booklet that contains the Floating Ball Trick and other tricks and stunts.
Den Chief Service Award	A den chief must fulfill training and service requirements while serving a den for a full year or more to earn this recognition.
Den Chief Training	A one-day training experience conducted by the pack, district, or council to equip den chiefs with the knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm to perform their responsibilities.
den leader	A commissioned volunteer leader, 21 or older, appointed by the pack committee to plan and direct the den's activities.
Den Leader Award	An award available to Cub Scout den leaders for completing requirements of tenure, training, and performance. There is also a Webelos Den Leader Award.
den leader coach	See "Cub Scout den leader coach."
Den Leader Coach Award	An award available to Cub Scout den leader coaches and Webelos den leader coaches for completing requirements of tenure, training, and performance.
Den Leader Coach Seminar	A supplemental training experience for Cub Scout and Webelos den leader coaches conducted by the district or council.
Den Leader Workshop (DLW)	This supplemental training is offered with Den Leaders in mind. Craft ideas are the main theme of these trainings. This training is not offered in all areas.
Den Leader's Minute	An important, inspirational thought for the day or a brief story that reflects on the Cub Scout Promise, the Law of the Pack, the Cub Scout motto, or a patriotic item-told without moralizing. Told as part of the closing at the end of a meeting. A Cubmaster may also close with a Cubmaster's Minute.
denner	A Cub Scout or Webelos Scout elected by his peers to help the den chief and den leader.
Desert Pacific Council (DPC)	BSA council that covers San Diego and Imperial counties. The DPC currently consistes of 11 Districts. See "BSA local council," "local council," and "National Council."
Dharma emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers of the Hindu faith.
Dharma Saathi	A national recognition for distinguished service by adults of the Hindu faith in the Scouting program.
Direct Service Council	he national office center through which U.S. citizens in other parts of the world can retain membership and affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America.
Direct Service units	These Boy Scouts of America units operate in other countries for military families and other Americans working abroad. The Transatlantic Council, Far East Council, and Direct Service Council operate as local councils for these units, provide communication between units, and provide communication with the BSA and with Scouting organizations in their countries of operation.
Discoverers	Youth participants in the Learning for Life elementary program for third- and fourth-grade students. See also "Challengers" and "Seekers."
distinguished citizen award dinner	A testimonial fund-raising dinner honoring a key community leader.
Distinguished Commissioner Service Award	A plaque, bolo tie, and embroidered square knot are the recognitions for active commissioners and Exploring service team members who fulfill requirements that include length of service, percentage of units that renew charters, and Quality Unit Award percentage.
Distinguished Eagle Scout Award	A recognition bestowed upon a man who received the Eagle Scout Award 25 or more years ago and has made a significant contribution to his community.
Distinguished Service Award	Presented to those Order of the Arrow members who have rendered outstanding service to the OA on a sectional, area, regional, or national basis.
distinguished service awards	These awards, presented by the National Court of Honor, are the Silver Buffalo, Silver Antelope, Silver Beaver, Silver World, and Distinguished Eagle Scout Award.
Distinguished Youth Service Award	A religious recognition for adults presented by the Association of Unity Churches.
district	A geographical area of the council determined by the council executive board to help ensure the growth and success of Scouting units within the district's territory. Capitalize only when naming a specific district: "Arrowhead District," "District 2," "district wide."
District Award of Merit	A recognition for Scouters who give noteworthy service to youth at the district level. See "National President's Scoutmaster Award of Merit."
district committee	Consisting of chartered organization representatives and elected district members at large, the district committee coordinates the functions of the district to carry out the policies and objectives of the council. The executive office of the district committee is the district chairperson.
district executive	A professional Scouter who works under the direction of the local council Scout executive and acts as an adviser to the volunteer leaders in the district.
division	An administrative branch of a National Council group; comprises services. Combinations: "Boy Scout Division" (national), "Information Systems Division."
Do a Good Turn Daily	This is the Scout slogan.
Do Your Best	This is the Cub Scout motto.
Donald Rogert Canoeing High Adventure Base	This base in Atikokan, Ontario, Canada, offers trips north and northeast in the White Otter area and south into the Quetico Provincial Park. See "Northern Tier National High Adventure Program."
Donor Awareness Presidential Good Turn	To increase understanding of organ donation and how it can benefit the lives of others, the BSA distributes literature on organ donation and sends a Donor Awareness patch to families that discuss organ donation.
Drugs: A Deadly Game	The BSA's campaign to encourage youth to repudiate drugs.
E. Urner Goodman Camping Award	Awarded annually by the national Order of the Arrow committee to two councils and Order of the Arrow lodges in each region for excellence in camp promotion and attendance.
E. Urner Goodman Scholarship	A scholarship program for Arrowmen considering a career in the professional service of the Boy Scouts of America.
Eagle Palms	Each Palm worn on the Eagle Scout Award ribbon represents being active in the troop and patrol for at least three months after becoming an Eagle Scout or earning the last Palm, showing Scout spirit, making a satisfactory effort to develop and demonstrate leadership ability, earning five additional merit badges, and taking part in a Scoutmaster conference. The Bronze Palm represents the first five merit badges after Eagle Scout, the Gold Palm the next five, and the Silver Palm the third five. (Thereafter, combine them; e.g., one Bronze Palm and one Silver Palm for 20 merit badges after Eagle Scout.) Combinations: "Eagle Palm," "Palm," "Palms."
Eagle Scout	The highest rank for Scouts. Combinations: "Eagle Scout badge," "Eagle Scout requirements," "Eagle Scout rank," "Eagle Scout Award."
Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner (or Day)	An annual event in which the council or a group of councils recognizes Scouts who have earned the Eagle Scout Award during the previous year.
Eagle service project	While a Life Scout, a boy plans, develops, and gives leadership to others in a project that benefits any religious organization, school, or community.
Eagletter	A periodical published for members of the National Eagle Scout Association.
Eastern Orthodox Committee on Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Eastern Orthodox churches and the Boy Scouts of America.
Eastern Orthodox churches	The term applies to a group of churches that do not recognize papal authority over their activities. Religious emblems and recognitions: Saint George for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts; Chi Rho for Webelos Scouts; Alpha Omega for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers; and the Prophet Elias nomination (not earned) for adults.
Eastern-Rite Catholic churches	Note the use of the hyphen, which is preferred in Scouting uses. The term applies to a group of Catholic churches organized along ethnic lines traceable to churches established during the early days of Christianity. Note the use of the hyphen (preferred by BSA Relationships Division). Religious emblems and recognitions: Light of Christ for Tiger Cubs, Parvuli Dei ("Little Children of God") for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts, Light Is Life for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, Pope Pius XII for Venturers and older Scouts, and the Saint George Roman Catholic nomination (not earned) for adults.
elected officers' seminar	An annual planning and training program conducted by the Advisor for newly elected Venturing crew youth officers. See also "post officers' seminar."
elective	A part of Cub Scout advancement. There are 24 electives in the Bear Cub Scout Book and 22 in the Wolf Cub Scout Book. For every 10 elective projects completed, a Cub Scout is awarded one Arrow Point. Capitalize only when writing about a specific elective: "Wolf Elective 4," "a Bear elective."
elementary program	This Learning for Life program is for kindergartners through sixth-grade students. See also "school-based programs."
endowment fund	Assets owned and invested by a council from which generally only the income can be expended for current operations. Endowments can be restricted for particular purposes.
Episcopal Church	Acceptable in all references for the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America, the U.S. national church that is a member of the Anglican Communion (the worldwide association of Anglican churches). Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts, God and Family for Webelos Scouts, God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, God and Life for Venturers and older Boy and Varsity Scouts, and the Saint George Episcopal nomination (not earned) for adults.
Ernest F. Schmidt Scholarship Grant	The American Camping Association recognizes professional Scouters active in camping with this scholarship, which covers the fees and expenses for participation in its annual conference.
Ethics in Action	Ethics in Action uses fun activities to encourage Cub Scouts and their leaders to think more deeply about values and about some of the decisions and consequences of decisions that are a normal part of growing up. The activities also try to enhance boys' respect and concern for others by helping them see things from different points of view. Combination: "Ethics in Action program."
Etz Chaim emblem	A religious emblem than can be earned by Venturers of the Jewish faith.
European Camp Staff	Registered members of the BSA may apply to serve as staff members at a Scouting camp in Europe. Applicants are screened by the BSA national office and the prospective host council. See "International Camp Staff."
executive	Applies specifically to the Scout executive and generally to all professional Scouters.
executive board	The National Executive Board is the governing body of the Boy Scouts of America. Voting memberships include regular membership, attained by election; ex officio membership, held by regional presidents, the chairman of the Advisory Council, and the chairman of the Board of Regents of the National Eagle Scout Association; and youth membership (at any time, the board may include five or fewer youth members appointed by the president). The executive board in each local council is its policy-making body. Voting members include between 25 and 50 regular council members, the chairmen of the committees of the executive board, the chairmen of the district committees, and up to two youth members. The officers of the corporation, including the Scout executive, are nonvoting members. Capitalize "executive board" only in the name of a specific local council executive board or when reference is clearly to the National Executive Board: "Orange County Council Executive Board," "the executive board of the Houston Area Council."
experience areas	Venturing is designed around social, citizenship, service, leadership, fitness, and outdoor experience areas.
Explorer	A youth participant of an Explorer post. As an adjective, the word "Explorer" specifically identifies youth involvement. Example: "Explorer officers."
Explorer activity interest survey	A survey of activities, tours, projects, and seminars designed and conducted by the Explorer post officers to help develop the annual post program.
Explorer Advisor	See "Advisor."
Explorer awards, activities, and scholarships	Awards include the Law Enforcement Explorer Proficiency Awards program, Law Enforcement Post DEA Drug Prevention Service Award, and the Law Enforcement Post ISCPP Community Crime Prevention Award. Activities that enhance Explorers' participation include the biennial national Explorer leadership conference, biennial national law enforcement Explorer leadership conference, biennial national aviation Explorer leadership conference, and biennial national law Explorer mock trial competition. (Capitalize the names of these activities only when referring to a specific conference or competition: "the 1998 National Law Enforcement Explorer Leadership Conference.") Scholarship opportunities include the AFL-CIO Skilled Trades Explorer Scholarship ($1,000), ATF Special Agents' Law Enforcement Explorer Scholarship ($1,000), Capt. James T. Regan Memorial Law Enforcement Explorer Scholarship ($500), 10 Comair Aviation Explorer Scholarships ($2,000), U.S. Customs Service Law Enforcement Explorer Scholarship ($1,000), U.S. Federal Investigators Law Enforcement Explorer Scholarship ($500), International Association of Fire Chiefs Foundation Fire Service Explorer Scholarship ($500), U.S. Secret Service Law Enforcement Explorer Scholarship ($1,000), Sheryl A. Horak Memorial Law Enforcement Explorer Scholarship ($1,000), Silver Wings Aviation Explorer Scholarship ($1,000), Sporty's Pilot Shop Aviation Explorer Scholarship ($1,000), Veterinary Medical Association Explorer Scholarship ($500), and five BSA national Young American Award unrestricted cash grants ($5,000).
Explorer career interest codes	These codes are used to sort Explorer posts into the proper career interest category so the Learning for Life Division can evaluate the programs being used by posts.
Explorer Leader Basic Training	Post Advisors, associate Advisors, post committee participants, and service team volunteers attend sessions of basic training for adult Explorer leaders. The first covers the plan, purpose, resources, and method of Exploring. The second features leadership and program planning.
Explorer motto	Our Best Today for a Better Tomorrow.
Explorer officers' association	Obsolete term.
Explorer Olympics	Obsolete term.
Explorer presidents' association	Obsolete term.
Explorer program conference	Designed to give program support to Explorer leaders, this meeting is held once or twice a year. The Advisor, associate Advisors, president, and elected officers from each post attend.
Exploring	That part of the Learning for Life career education program for young men and women ages 14 (who have completed the eighth grade) through 20. The unit is a post. There are five areas of program emphasis: career opportunities, service learning, life skills, leadership experience, and character education. This part of the Learning for Life program is worksite-based, rather than school-based. See also "Explorer," "school-based programs."
Exploring areas of program emphasis	See "areas of program emphasis, Exploring."
Exploring committee	Obsolete term; see "Learning for Life committee."
Exploring experience areas	Obsolete term; see "areas of program emphasis, Exploring."
Exploring expo	In this booth show, each post demonstrates its particular program or a project or event in which the post is involved.
Exploring Impact Plan	This step-by-step plan identifies businesses, industries, professions, institutions, and community groups that could organize posts and gains their understanding and commitment to do so.
Exploring service team volunteer	Provides service within a division or a district with a number of posts.
External Communications Division	The arm of the National Council Relationships/Marketing Group that oversees communication between the Boy Scouts of America and the public. See "division."
Faith in God emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Webelos Scouts in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Faithful Servant	A recognition for adults granted by the Churches of Christ.
Family Award	See "BSA Family Award."
family camping	See "BSA family camping."
Fast Start training	Adult volunteer leadership training that immediately furnishes the information new leaders need to help them get started, help them understand what is expected of them, and assist in establishing effective meeting patterns. Combinations: "Boy Scout Leader Fast Start Training," "take Fast Start training."
federal charter	See "Charter of the Boy Scouts of America."
Fellowship Honor	A training award received after the Professional Circle. See "Professional Training Award."
Fifty-Miler Award	A recognition given to members in a troop, team, or Venturing crew who take a wilderness hike or a canoe or rowboat trip of no less than 50 consecutive miles in at least five days and fulfill requirements for group service projects on the trail.
field trips	den or pack trips away from the usual meeting place. They can be as simple as a den trip to tour a local fast food restaurant or as big as a bus trip to a museum or sports event. If you are going outside your own town, you must file a tour permit with your local Boy Scouts of America council.
Firem'n Chit	A recognition given to Boy Scouts who know and understand fire safety rules and that handling matches and building fires require responsibility.
First Class	The rank above Second Class Scout and below Star Scout in Boy Scouting. Combinations: "First Class Scout," "First Class rank," "achieve First Class."
First Class Emphasis	The First Class Emphasis increases the tenure of new Scouts by focusing on each Scout and his personal advancement needs.
first meeting	The first special meeting held by each Explorer post, usually in the fall, to recruit new members.
firstnighter	A special meeting held by each Venturing crew, usually in the fall, to recruit new members.
Florida National High Adventure Sea Base	Aquatics adventure programs, including canoeing, sailing, scuba diving, and exploring the reefs of the Florida Keys and the Bahamas, are offered for older Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers. Address: Florida Sea Base; Boy Scouts of America; P.O. Box 1906; Islamorada (pronounced aisle-a-more-AH-dah), FL 33036. See "High Adventure Division."
Founder's Award	A recognition program available to Order of the Arrow lodges. Up to four Arrowmen per year, based on lodge membership, can be recognized for exemplary service.
Founders Circle Award	For financial donors who make a deferred gift of $100,000 or more through a will or trust to benefit their local council endowment funds. The program include four specific levels of recognition.
Francis X. Guardipee Grey Wolf Award	Given at the annual American Indian Boy Scouting/Girl Scouting Seminar for outstanding Boy Scouting and Girl Scouting service to Indian youth.
Friends	A religious recognition presented to adult Scouters by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers); administered by the Friends Committee on Scouting.
friend and counselor	See "Lone Boy Scout friend and counselor" or "Lone Cub Scout friend and counselor."
Friends Committee on Scouting	An advisory committee that guides the use of Scouting by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) and promotes cooperation between it and the Boy Scouts of America.
Friends of Scouting (FOS)	Use this term instead of "Sustaining Membership Enrollment." An annual opportunity for Scouters and interested people in the community to be identified with the local council through their financial support and influence in the expansion of the council program. Enrollees are known as "Friends." See "Annual Giving Campaign."
general-interest post	Obsolete term. All Explorer posts are focused on careers as part of the Learning for Life program.
George Meany Award	An AFL-CIO recognition presented to union members for outstanding service to the youth of their communities through Scouting.
gift annuity program	A contract between a council and donor whereby the donor, or donor's named beneficiary, receives annual payments for life. Also known as a charitable gift annuity.
Gilwell Park	The training center of the British Scout Association and the original homesite of Wood Badge training. Located in Epping Forest, England; chosen by Baden-Powell as the territorial designation for his peerage, Lord Baden-Powell of Gilwell.
Girl Scouts	The full name of the national organization is "Girl Scouts of the United States of America."
God and Church emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts of the following Protestant faiths: African Methodist Episcopal Church, Baptist, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), other Protestant Christian denominations, United Church of Christ, and United Methodist.
God and Country emblem-First Church of Christ, Scientist	A religious emblem earned by Christian Science Scouts (Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and Boy Scouts) and Venturers.
God and Country emblem-Moravian	A recognition of religious growth for Boy Scouts and Venturers of the Moravian faith who complete 12 projects involving in-depth study and service.
God and Country [Bog I Ojczyzna]-Polish National Catholic Church	A spiritual growth and development award that can be earned by Boy Scouts and Venturers who are members of the Polish National Catholic Church.
God and Country program	A series of religious emblems that can be earned by Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers of the Protestant faiths. The God and Me emblem is presented to Tiger Cubs and 8-year-old Cub Scouts. The God and Family emblem is presented to Cub Scouts, the God and Church emblem to Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, and the God and Life emblem to Venturers.
God and Family emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Webelos Scouts of the following Protestant faiths: Baptist, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), other Protestant Christian denominations, The Salvation Army, United Church of Christ, and United Methodist.
God and Life emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Venturers and older Boy Scouts of the following Protestant faiths: Baptist, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Episcopal, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), other Protestant Christian denominations, The Salvation Army, United Church of Christ, and United Methodist.
God and Me emblem	Religious emblem that can be earned by Tiger Cubs (first grade) and Cub Scouts of the following Protestant faiths: Baptist, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Episcopal, Lutheran, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), other Protestant Christian denominations, Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, The Salvation Army, United Church of Christ, and United Methodist.
God and Service Award	A religious recognition presented to adult Scouters (with differences in detail) by P.R.A.Y., the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), the United Methodist Church, the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), the United Church of Christ, and other Protestant churches.
God and The Salvation Army emblem	A Salvation Army religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts.
God in Me emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Webelos Scouts of the Association of Unity Churches.
Gold Arrow Point	See "Arrow Point."
G.O.L.D. Award, Exploring. Obsolete term	G.O.L.D. stands for Growth Opportunities in Leadership Development.
Gold Award, Venturing	The Gold Award is available to Venturers. It is designed to recognize significant accomplishment in a Venturer's life as he or she has proven outstanding performance in a broad spectrum of activities. Achievement of the Gold Award is a requirement for the Silver Award.
Gold Palm	See "Eagle Palms."
Good Life emblem	A spiritual growth and development emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts and Venturers to age 21 who are members of the Zoroastrian faith.
Good Servant emblem	A religious emblem awarded for Boy Scouts and Venturers by members of the Churches of Christ.
Good Shepherd	A recognition given to Scouters and pastors for exceptional service to youth through Scouting by the Association of Baptists for Scouting.
Good Turn	A distinctive feature of Boy Scouting is its emphasis on service to others. The Good Turn habit is one that all Scouts endeavor to acquire. See "Scout slogan."
goodwill fund	A budget item for every Cub Scout pack, Boy Scout troop, and Varsity Scout team.
grand howl	A special Cub Scout yell to recognize a leader or a Cub Scout's achievement. May also be used to close a den or pack meeting. See the Den Chief Handbook.
Grey Wolf Award	See "Francis X. Guardipee Grey Wolf Award."
group	An administrative branch of the National Council; comprises divisions. Examples: "Program Group," "Administrative Group." A participating organization in Learning for Life; for instance, a school is a Learning for Life group.
grubmaster	This Scout is in charge of patrol hike and camp menus and assembling food for outdoor patrol activities. He is appointed by the patrol leader.
HALTT	See "High Adventure Trek Training."
HB9S	The World Scout Bureau headquarters ham radio station in Switzerland.
health lodge	A quiet, properly equipped place in which to give temporary care to ill or injured campers.
Heritage Society	See "Scouting Heritage Society."
Heroism Award	A lifesaving award presented to a registered youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated heroism in saving or attempting to save a life at minimum risk to self. See "Honor Medal," "Medal of Merit," and "National Certificate of Merit."
high adventure	Can refer to high-adventure activities or to trek programs administered by local councils for older Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers. Use a hyphen when the words are used as a modifier ("high-adventure program") except in titles of divisions and bases as noted in the Language of Scouting ("High Adventure Division").
High Adventure Division	This national office division develops and administers the national high-adventure program for older Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers offered at the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base in the Florida Keys, the Northern Tier National High Adventure Program in northern Minnesota and Canada, and Philmont Scout Ranch in northern New Mexico.
High Adventure Trek Training (HALTT)	A course designed to prepare adult unit leaders for backpacking trips and wilderness camping trips. Topics include trek planning, equipment, food, health and safety, orienteering, and places to go. (3 sessions).
High Adventure Water Trek Training	A course to prepare adult leaders for trips on flat and moving water. Topics include trip planning, water safety, and canoe handling. (4 sessions, the first 2 are shared with HALTT)
Hindu, Hinduism	Awards the Dharma emblem to Webelos Scouts.
Hispanic Emphasis	This special effort of the BSA makes an effort to bring Scouting to Hispanic communities, where it has traditionally been difficult to establish the program.
Historic Trails Award	An award that may be earned by members of a Boy Scout troop, Varsity Scout team, or Venturing crew for hiking a trail listed in Nationally Approved Historic Trails and completing a project related to the trail.
home office	Formerly, the term used for "national office." Appropriate only in a historical context.
Honor Medal	A lifesaving award presented to a registered youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated unusual heroism in saving or attempting to save a life at considerable risk to self. May also be presented with crossed palms when both unusual heroism and extraordinary skill or resourcefulness are demonstrated in saving or attempting to save a life at extreme risk to self. See "Heroism Award," "Medal of Merit," "National Certificate of Merit," and "Honor Medal With Crossed Palms."
Honor Unit Award, BSA	Presented annually by councils to units for achievement in membership growth, quality program, and leadership training.
honor wall chart	Recognition charts used in the Learning for Life elementary and special-needs programs. See "recognition plan, Learning for Life."
Hornaday Award	See "William T. Hornaday Award."
huddle	A monthly program-planning and morale-building meeting for adult leaders in Varsity Scouting.
Humanics	See "American Humanics Inc."
immediate recognition patch	This Cub Scout patch indicates how Cub Scouts are progressing in rank. A yellow bead (called a Progress Toward Ranks bead) is presented for each three Wolf achievements earned; red beads are presented for each three Bear achievements earned. Cub Scouts may wear this patch until they become Webelos Scouts.
In the Name of God emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts and Venturers of the Islamic faith. It bears the inscription "Glory and praise to God is above all."
Indian Camperships	A program that provides summer camp fees for Scouts of American Indian lineage. Sometimes referred to as the Maury Clancy Indian Campership Fund.
INFOMARK	The term formerly used to identify fund-raising, fiscal management, and endowment initiatives under the auspices of the Finance Support Division.
In-School Scouting	In-School Scouting activities are Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting taking place during school hours or as part of school curricula. In-School Scouting is part of the traditional Scouting program, as opposed to school-based programs of Learning for Life.
Institutes of Boy Scouting	Training outlines on 14 subjects are available for these one-day conferences held by the council, district, or service area. This is supplemental training; not to replace or be combined with basic training.
instructor	This youth leader helps other youth members with rank advancement; appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent. This term can also apply to any youth or adult who can instruct others on parts of the Scouting program.
International Camp Staff	Local councils throughout the United States may invite qualified Scouters from other countries to be a part of their summer camp and Cub Scout day camp programs. Applicants are screened by their own Scout associations, the BSA national office, and the prospective host council.
international commissioner	A volunteer Scouter who represents the Boy Scouts of America in matters dealing with other national Scout organizations and with the World Organization of the Scout Movement.
International Letter of Introduction	A document of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, issued by the individual member associations and recognized worldwide as an official means of identification with the movement. For members of the BSA, it is issued by the International Division.
International Youth Service Award	An award given to adults for exceptional service through Scouting by the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
interpreter strip	A badge available to Boy Scouts who can write, translate, and speak a foreign language or can carry on a conversation in sign language.
Intranet	See "BSA Intranet."
introduction to leadership	Initial briefing of newly selected troop junior leaders conducted by the Scoutmaster and other leaders. See "council junior leader training conference," "National Junior Leader Instructor Camp," and "troop junior leader training."
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills	This training course is a hands-on training program to give adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the Outdoors. Imagine having hands-on knowledge about setting up a campsite, pitching a tent, hiking, outdoor cooking - all the skills necessary to see the outdoor program of the Boy Scouts of America come to life. The course is a day and a half long.
investiture	A ceremony placing the responsibilities of an office or rank upon an individual.
Islam	Followers of Islam are called Muslims (not "Moslems"). Islamic religious emblems: Bismillah for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts; In the Name of God for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers; and Allaho Akber for adults.
Islamorada	Site of the Florida National High Adventure Sea Base. It is pronounced aisle-a-more-AH-dah.
Jamboree	A term chosen by Baden-Powell to describe the first international gathering of Scouts camping together in London in 1920. The term is restricted to indicate a national or world jamboree. Not capitalized unless in the title of a specific jamboree, as: "1993 National Scout Jamboree" or "19th World Scout Jamboree." The BSA has a national jamboree every four years. See "contingent" regarding the use of the word to describe Scouting groups attending a jamboree.
jamboree emblem	A jamboree emblem may be worn by any member who is registered to attend a jamboree or who has attended a jamboree as a registered participant or staff member. Only one jamboree emblem (world or national) may be worn.
Jamboree Leader Fitness Award	Available to adult leaders attending a national jamboree, the award's objectives are to encourage youth fitness in the BSA by providing positive role models, encourage physical fitness among Scouters by enhancing their awareness and understanding, and reduce the rate of stress- and fitness-related incidents at jamborees and throughout Scouting.
Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA)	The World Bureau of the World Organization of the Scout Movement sponsors the Jamboree-on-the-Air, held the third full weekend of October each year. This worldwide ham radio event promotes communication and understanding among Scouts all over the world. The BSA's participation is coordinated by the International Division. See "K2BSA" and "HB9S."
jamborette	A camporee or camporall involving Scouting units of neighboring nations. Not capitalized unless used in the title of a specific jamborette.
James E. West Fellowship Award	Named in honor of the first Chief Scout Executive, this award is given to individuals donating $1,000 or more in cash or securities, beyond their regular contribution, to local council endowment trust funds.
James E. West Fellowship program	See "James E. West Fellowship Award."
JLTC	See "Junior Leader Training Conference."
Joyful Servant emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts (grades two through five) in the Churches of Christ.
Judaism	Jewish religious emblems and recognitions: Maccabee for Tiger Cubs; Aleph for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts; Ner Tamid for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; Etz Chaim for Venturers and older Scouts; and for adults, the Shofar nomination (not earned) for adults.
junior assistant Scoutmaster	A troop may have any number of junior assistant Scoutmasters. They are 16- or 17-year-old Scouts who help the senior patrol leader; they are appointed by him, with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent.
junior high school/middle school program	This Learning for Life program for seventh- and eighth-graders begins the School-to-Careers emphasis. See also "school-based programs."
junior leader training	See "council junior leader training conference," "National Junior Leader Instructor Camp," and "troop junior leader training."
Junior Leader Training Conference (JLTC)	The highest-level youth leader training available in our council. It helps youth with developing good leadership skills. (1 week)
Kanik	The Kanik snow camping program is offered by Philmont Scout Ranch. Ski touring, snow shelter building, snow camping, winter ecology, use of winter tools and equipment, and techniques for designing and making equipment are featured. Kanik (pronounced CAN-ick) is from the Eskimo word for "snowflake." See "Okpik" and "National Cold-Weather Camping Development Center."
Key 3	The council Key 3: the council president, council commissioner, and Scout executive. The district Key 3: the district chairman, district commissioner, and district executive. The numeral "3" is always used in Key 3; it is not spelled out.
KISMIF	A Cub Scouting acronym standing for "Keep It Simple, Make It Fun."
Kit Carson Museum	Located at Philmont Scout Ranch.
Klondike derby	A competitive Boy Scout event conducted by patrols to demonstrate proficiency in Scouting skills. Traditionally conducted in winter. Patrols move from station to station pulling equipment on a replica of a Klondike gold rush sled.
K2BSA	The BSA headquarters ham radio station in Fort Worth, Texas. See "HB9S" and "Jamboree-on-the-Air."
Lamb Award	An award given through the Lutheran Council in the U.S.A. to Lutheran laity and pastors who have rendered exceptional service to youth through Scouting.
Law, the Scout	See "Scout Law."
Law Enforcement Assistance Award	A medal and plaque offered by the U.S. Secret Service to an Explorer who has performed an outstanding deed in the area of law enforcement.
Law of the Pack	The Cub Scout follows Akela. The Cub Scout helps the pack go. The pack helps the Cub Scout grow. The Cub Scout gives goodwill.
LDS Church	See "Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." LDS Church is preferred to "Mormon Church."
leader	See "officer," "professional Scouter," "unit leader," and "volunteer."
Leadership Award.	Available to youth and adult volunteers registered and involved in Venturing. The Venturing Leadership Award is presented by councils, areas/regions, and the BSA National Council to Venturers and adult volunteers who have made exceptional contributions to Venturing and who exemplify the Venturing Code and Oath.
Leadership Update	A two-hour supplemental training experience for Cub Scout leaders conducted quarterly by the district.
Learning for Life	This subsidiary of the BSA was begun in 1990 and is totally separate from traditional programs, including In-School Scouting. Learning for Life is designed to support schools and organizations. The Learning for Life Mission Statement: The mission of Learning for Life is to serve others by helping to instill core values in young people and in other ways prepare them to make ethical choices throughout their lives so they can achieve their full potential.
Learning for Life committee	A group of volunteer adults on the council level committed to the organization, promotion, and support of Learning for Life throughout the district or council. The committee is organized into the following teams: finance, program, service, and marketing.
Learning for Life Division	The part of the National Council Program Group that develops and administers Learning for Life.
Learning for Life division (local council)	An administrative unit of some councils to which accountability for Learning for Life is assigned.
Learning for Life Mission Statement	See "Learning for Life."
Leave No Trace	The BSA is committed to this nationally recognized outdoor skills and ethics awareness program. Its guidelines should be followed at all times in the outdoors: Plan ahead and prepare; camp and travel on durable surfaces; pack it in, pack it out; leave what you find; minimize campfire use; respect wildlife; and respect others. When used as an adjective, capitalize and do not hyphenate: "Follow all Leave No Trace principles in the back country."
Liahona	See "World Community emblems."
librarian	A Scout who supervises the use of troop-owned books; appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent.
Life Scout	The rank below Eagle Scout and above Star Scout.
Life and World	See "World Community emblems."
Lifeguard, BSA	See "BSA Lifeguard."
lifesaving awards	See "Heroism Award," "Honor Medal," and "National Court of Honor."
Light Is Life emblem	Religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts of the Eastern-Rite Catholic Churches.
Light of Christ emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by first- and second-grade Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts (through Wolf rank) of the Roman Catholic faith.
Light of God	The religious emblem for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts of the Association of Unity Churches.
Light of the World	See "World Community emblems."
Living Circle	A Cub Scout ceremony. See the Cub Scout Leader Book.
Living Faith emblem	A spiritual growth and development emblem that can be earned by Lutheran Venturers.
loaned executive	A full-time or part-time person whose salary, including benefits, is paid directly by the "loaning" organization but who is temporarily assigned, by the primary employer, to perform a specific assignment (other than an approved professional position) for the Boy Scouts of America.
local council	An administrative body chartered by the National Council to be responsible for Scouting in a designated geographic territory. Voting membership may include active members at large and chartered organization representatives. The program is directed by an executive board of volunteers and administered by a Scout executive and staff of professional Scouters. As of March 1998, 328 local councils exist in the United States. The term council is not capitalized except in the name of a specific council. Combinations: "council wide," "Quivira Council," "council executive board," "Longhorn Council Executive Board." See "executive board" and "National Council."
Local Council Certificate of Merit	This may be awarded for meritorious actions that do not qualify for the National Certificate of Merit. See "Heroism Award," "Honor Medal," "Medal of Merit," and "National Certificate of Merit."
local council service center	See "service center."
local tour permit	See "tour permit."
lodge	A local council Order of the Arrow group chartered annually by the National Council. A large lodge may be organized into chapters.
Lone Boy Scout	A Boy Scout who, unable to join a troop because of unusual conditions, follows the program as an individual under the leadership of a Lone Scout friend and counselor. See also "Lone Cub Scout."
Lone Boy Scout friend and counselor	A Scouter who works with a Lone Scout.
Lone Cub Scout	A Cub Scout who, unable to join a pack because of unusual conditions, follows the program as an individual under the leadership of a Lone Cub Scout friend and counselor. See also "Lone Boy Scout."
Lone Cub Scout friend and counselor	A Cub Scouter who works with a Lone Cub Scout.
Long Cruise arc	A red Long Cruise arc worn over the Long Cruise badge represents an additional two-week cruise. When five have been completed, the red arcs are replaced by one white arc.
Long Cruise badge	An award given to Sea Scouts of Ordinary rank who have completed a two-week cruise.
long-term camping	A camping experience consisting of five or more consecutive days and nights in the outdoors.
loss prevention	Preventing accidents, reducing injuries, and minimizing costs, both personal and financial, are the objectives of the BSA's emphasis on loss prevention.
Love for God emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Tiger Cubs (as early as first grade), Cub Scouts, and Webelos Scouts of the Meher Baba faith.
Love of God [Milosc Boga] emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts of the Polish National Catholic Church.
low-impact ethic	See "Leave No Trace."
lunchoree	A fund-raising luncheon, usually industry oriented.
Lutheran churches	The three major Lutheran bodies in the United States merged in 1988 to from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod is a separate and distinct body. Lutheran religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts, God and Family for Webelos Scouts, God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, Living Faith for Venturers and older Scouts, and the Lamb nomination (not earned) for adults.
Maccabee emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Jewish Tiger Cubs.
mate	The Sea Scouting equivalent of associate Advisor. See "boatswain's mate" and "Skipper."
Medal of Merit	May be awarded by the National Court of Honor to a registered youth member or adult leader who has performed an act of service of a rare or exceptional character. Such action need not necessarily be a rescue or involve risk to self. See "Heroism Award," "Honor Medal," and "National Certificate of Merit."
Meher Baba	A spiritual leader born in India in 1894. He established a spiritual center in South Carolina in the 1950s. Religious emblems: Love for God for Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, and Webelos Scouts; and Compassionate Father for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers.
member	See "local council," "National Council," and "registered member."
member at large	Elected voting member of a council or district who is not a chartered organization representative. Voting member of the National Council other than a local council representative.
Members of Churches of Christ for Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Churches of Christ and the Boy Scouts of America. The Servant Leadership Series is the religious recognition program for Scouts who are affiliated with Churches of Christ.
membership inventory	Part of a unit's annual charter renewal process when the activity of the unit during the past year is reviewed. Usually held in conjunction with a uniform inspection.
Memorandum of Understanding (Learning for Life)	Learning for Life's official contract between the participating organization and Learning for Life.
merit badge	A recognition given to a Boy Scout for completing the requirements for the badge. There are more than a hundred subjects in hobby and career fields with requirements and supporting pamphlets to help Scouts broaden their outlook. Capitalize the name but not the words "merit badge." Example: "earn the Lifesaving and Swimming merit badges." When referring to the merit badge pamphlet, italicize the title. Example: "Journalism merit badge pamphlet."
merit badge counselor	A registered adult volunteer at least age 18 who is expert in a merit badge field and shares enthusiasm for that field with Scouts and who certifies that requirements have been met.
merit badge show	A demonstration of merit badge skills from booths. Spectators walk around and participate in the merit badge features that interest them.
meritorious action awards	See "Medal of Merit" and "National Certificate of Merit."
Methodist churches	The principal Methodist body in the United States is the United Methodist Church. It was formed in 1968 by the merger of the Methodist Church and the Evangelical United Brethren Church. Methodism in the United States also include three major African American denominations: the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, and the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. United Methodist religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts; God and Family for Webelos Scouts; God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; God and Life for Venturers and older Scouts; and the God and Service nomination (not earned) for adults. The African Methodist Episcopal Church offers the God and Church emblem to sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-graders and the God and Service nomination (not earned) for adults.
Metta emblem	A religious emblem that Buddhist Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts can earn.
Mile Swim, BSA	A recognition given to Scouts and Venturers to encourage the development of physical fitness and stamina through swimming.
military academies	Capitalize "U.S. Air Force Academy," "U.S. Coast Guard Academy," "U.S. Military Academy," U.S. Naval Academy." Retain capitalization if the "U.S." is dropped: "the Air Force Academy," etc. Lowercase "academy" whenever it stands alone.
military titles	Capitalize and abbreviate a military rank when used as a formal title before an individual's full name: Gen. John J. Pershing, but General Pershing.
mission statement	See "BSA Mission Statement" and "Learning for Life."
Moravian	A member of a Protestant denomination that arose from a 15th-century religious reform movement in Bohemia and Moravia. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Country for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers; and The Order of David Zeisberger for adults.
Mormon	See "Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints."
motto	See "Cub Scout motto," "Explorer motto," "Scout motto," or "Tiger Cub motto."
National Association of Anglican and Traditional Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Anglican Communion and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Association of Christian Methodist Episcopal Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Association of Episcopals for Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Episcopal Church and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Association of Presbyterian Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Presbyterian churches and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Association of United Methodist Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the United Methodist Church and the Boy Scouts of America.
national aviation Explorer leadership conference	A biennial conference for members of aviation Explorer posts that includes competition, training, demonstrations, program exchanges, and career information. Capitalize only when referring to a specific conference.
National Boy Scouts of America Foundation, The	A foundation established to provide a convenient way for a donor to make one gift but have it distributed among several Scouting entities. The foundation can also serve as trustee for a wide variety of charitable gifts benefiting Scouting.
National Camping Award	This award recognizes troops that go camping during the year. Recognition is for the number of camping days and nights logged on a yearly basis or on a cumulative basis. Yearly awards are the unit award, 10 days and nights; bronze award, 20 days and nights; silver award, 30 days and nights; and gold award, 50 days and nights. Cumulative awards are the unit award, 100 days and nights; bronze award, 250 days and nights; silver award, 500 days and nights; and gold award, 1,000 days and nights.
National Camping School	A training experience for adults who are key staff members in council camp operations.
National Catholic Committee on Scouting	An advisory committee that promotes and guides cooperation between the proper authorities of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Certificate of Merit	This award may be presented by the National Court of Honor to a registered BSA member, youth or adult, who has performed a significant act of service that is deserving of special national recognition. Such action need not involve attempts of rescue or risk to self, but puts into practice Scouting skills or ideals. See "Heroism Award," "Honor Medal," "Local Council Certificate of Merit," and "Medal of Merit."
National Cold-Weather Camping Development Center	Located at the Northern Tier Base at Ely, Minnesota, the center provides materials for, and specializes in problems associated with, cold-weather camping for councils and other organizations. See "Kanik," "Okpik," and "High Adventure Division."
National Community Relationships Committee	This advisory committee promotes and guides efforts between fraternal and community groups, the military, and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Council	This is the corporate membership chartered by the United States Congress to operate the program of the Boy Scouts of America. Members include all elected members of the National Executive Board, members of regional executive committees, elected local council representatives, elected members at large, and elected (nonvoting) honorary members. The program of the National Council is directed by the National Executive Board and administered by the Chief Scout Executive and a staff of professional Scouters at the national office and in other locations. Biennial National Council meetings are held, such as the 1992 National Council Meeting.
National Court of Honor	A committee of the Boy Scouts of America that is responsible for administering lifesaving awards, meritorious action awards, and distinguished service awards.
National Crime Prevention program	See "BSA National Crime Prevention program."
National Den Award	An award to recognize Cub Scout dens that provide quality year-round program.
National Distribution Center	The Supply Division warehouse from which BSA equipment and supplies are dispensed. The address is 2109 Westinghouse Boulevard; P.O. Box 7143; Charlotte, NC 28241-7143.
National Eagle Scout Association	This group provides an opportunity for all Eagle Scouts to retain identification with Scouting through service to the local council in which they live.
National Endowment Achievement Award	Recognition of local council achievement of approved annual endowment fund income goal.
National Executive Board	See "executive board."
National Executive Institute	No longer used; forerunner to Professional Development Levels I, II, and III courses. See "Center for Professional Development."
national Explorer leadership conference	See "Explorer awards, activities, and scholarships."
National Exploring Excellence Award	Recognition given each year to Explorer posts that commit to and meet specified national standards pertaining to leader training, two-deep leadership, elected post officers, annual superactivity, minimum post meetings, community service, increased youth participation, and annual on-time renewal of the post program.
national Exploring scholarships and awards	These identify and recognize young adults (Explorers) who have achieved excellence in several fields of endeavor. They are administered by the national Learning for Life Division. See "Explorer awards, activities, and scholarships."
National Islamic Committee on Scouting	An advisory committee that guides the use of Scouting by Islamic youth-serving organizations and promotes cooperation between them and the Boy Scouts of America.
national jamboree	See "jamboree."
National Jewish Committee on Scouting	An advisory committee that guides the use of Scouting by Jewish youth-serving organizations and promotes cooperation between them and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Junior Leader Instructor Camp	Conducted at Philmont Scout Ranch, this supplemental training is designed to prepare Boy Scout junior leaders for positions of leadership in support of the local council junior leader training conference.
National Labor Advisory Committee	An advisory committee to the Boy Scouts of America with the responsibility of promoting and guiding cooperative contacts between organized labor and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Law Enforcement Explorer Academy	Participants for this learning experience are selected based on an application and essay.
national law enforcement Explorer leadership conference	A biennial conference for members of law enforcement Explorer posts that includes competition, training, demonstrations, program exchanges, and career information. Capitalize only in the title of a specific conference: "1998 National Law Enforcement Explorer Conference."
national law Explorer mock trial competition	The Young Lawyers' Division of the American Bar Association conducts this competition in cooperation with the national Exploring committee. Law Explorer posts can enter teams of four in preliminaries held throughout the country, with winning teams eligible for the national championship. Capitalize only in the title of a specific competition.
National Leadership Seminar	A three-day leadership training course conducted by the Order of the Arrow at the regional level.
national Learning for Life committee	An advisory committee that promotes and guides efforts between schools, businesses, organizations, etc.
National Lutheran Association of Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Lutheran churches and the Boy Scouts of America.
national office	The address of the administrative offices of the Boy Scouts of America is Boy Scouts of America, 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane, P.O. Box 152079, Irving, TX 75015-2079. "Home office" is not used except in historical references.
national Order of the Arrow conference	A biennial conference designed to improve program and leadership skills of all Arrowmen. Training, activities, shows, and Indian events are included in this five-day, even-year event. Capitalize only when referring to a specific conference. Examples: "1998 National Order of the Arrow Conference," "last year's Order of the Arrow conference."
National Polish Catholic Committee on Scouting	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the Polish National Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts of America.
National President's Scoutmaster Award of Merit	A recognition given to a Scoutmaster who has made a significant contribution to boys' achievement of the Eagle Scout rank.
National Religious Relationships Committee	An advisory committee that promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the various religious bodies and the Boy Scouts of America.
National Scouting Museum	Murray the Robot is host to the exhibits at the National Scouting Museum, which include the Gateway Park entrance (an outdoor course), indoor exhibits (including 45 Norman Rockwell Scouting oil paintings), the Patrol and Values theaters, the Amazing Adventure course, galleries, and games. Address and telephone number are National Scouting Museum; Murray State University; Murray, KY 42071; 502-762-3383.
National Standard Camp Rating	The method used by the BSA for accrediting physical facilities, staff, program, development, and provisions for the health and safety of camps.
National Summertime Pack Award	A Cub Scout pack can earn this award by planning and conducting three pack activities-one each in June, July, and August. Cub Scouts who participate in all three activities may wear the National Summertime Pack Award pin.
national tour permit	See "tour permit."
National Training School	No longer used: A training institute for professional Scouters that took place at the Schiff Scout Reservation. This training has evolved into Professional Development Levels I, II, and III courses at the BSA's Center for Professional Development. See "Center for Professional Development."
National United Church of Christ Association of Scouters	This advisory committee promotes and guides cooperative efforts between the United Church of Christ and the Boy Scouts of America.
Nationally Coordinated Campaign for Local Council Endowment	This program of emphasis launched in 1993 is designed to assist local councils in generating additional gifts to their endowment fund.
Ner Tamid emblem	A religious emblem earned by Boy Scouts of the Jewish faith who have met the requirements prepared by the National Jewish Committee on Scouting.
Net	Short for the Internet.
New Church, The	See "Church of the New Jerusalem."
New Leader Essentials (NLE)	New Leader Essentials is an introductory training session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in an age-appropriate style withing Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. Videos, discussions, and hands-on reinforecment are presented during the 90-minute training session. This training should be completed before Leader Specific training for your position.
new-Scout patrol	When a boy joins a Boy Scout troop, he becomes a member of a patrol composed of new Scouts, where an assistant Scoutmaster and a troop guide help him get a good start in Scouting.
new-unit campaign	A systematic approach to organizing a large number of units that includes techniques for recruiting the right volunteers, careful planning and scheduling, and an effective publicity campaign.
1910 Society, The (or just 1910 Society)	A recognition program for donors of $25,000 or more in cash, or easily liquidated assets, to a local council endowment program. The program includes four specific levels of recognition.
Northern Expeditions Base	This base in Bissett, Manitoba, Canada, offers wilderness canoeing and fishing. See "Northern Tier National High Adventure Program."
Northern Tier National High Adventure Program	The Charles L. Sommers High Adventure Base in Ely, Minnesota, the Northern Expeditions Base in Bissett, Manitoba, Canada, and the Donald Rogert Canoeing High Adventure Base in Atikokan, Ontario, Canada, serve as launching points for canoeing, fishing, and camping by older Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and families of registered adult BSA members. Cold-weather camping is offered only at the Ely base camp. The mailing address is Northern Tier National High Adventure; Boy Scouts of America; P.O. Box 509; Ely, MN 55731-0509. See "High Adventure Division," "National Cold-Weather Camping Development Center," and "Okpik."
no-trace camping	Refers to the Leave No Trace principles for techniques that minimize the effects of Scouting groups on the environment. See also "Leave No Trace."
no-trace ethic	Refers to the Leave No Trace principles. The no-trace ethic should always be practiced in the outdoors, but more care is needed in areas that show few signs of modern human activity. To follow Leave No Trace ethic, such an area would be left in a natural state by removing all evidence that anyone had been there. See also "Leave No Trace."
Now and Then	A quarterly newsletter for the retired men and women of Scouting.
oath	See "Scout Oath or Promise."
office	"Council service center" and "regional service center" are preferred to "council office" and "regional office." "National office" is correct; the national office does not perform services of the type offered at local council and regional service centers.
officer	The National Council, each region, and each council have elected volunteer officers who act on behalf of the executive board between board meetings. In Venturing and Exploring the elected youth officers typically are president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. In Sea Scouting the elected youth officers typically are boatswain, boatswain's mate, yeoman, purser, and storekeeper. In Sea Scouting, the Skipper and mates, who are adult leaders, are also called officers.
Okpik (pronounced OOK-pik)	The Okpik Cold Weather Camping Program is offered by the Northern Tier National High Adventure Program. Cold-weather camping, cross-country skiing, dog sledding, ice fishing, snowshoeing, expedition travel, and shelter building are featured. Okpik is derived from the Eskimo word for "snowy owl." See "Kanik" and "National Cold-Weather Camping Development Center."
On My Honor Award	A recognition presented to adults who have given exemplary service to youth through Scouting in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
On My Honor emblem	Awarded to qualifying Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Open Word emblem	A religious emblem of the General Church of the New Jerusalem.
Operation First Class	Obsolete term; see "Scoutreach Division."
Ordeal membership	The induction phase of membership in the Order of the Arrow. A candidate becomes an Ordeal member upon completion of the Ordeal and Ordeal ceremony.
Order of David Zeisberger	Adult religious recognition given by the Moravian Church.
Order of the Arrow	Scouting's national honor society. Youth members (Arrowmen) must hold First Class Scout rank; they are elected by all youth members of the troop, based on their Scouting spirit and camping ability. The aim of the OA is to promote the outdoor program and service to Scouting.
Ordinary	The rank in Sea Scouting above Apprentice and below Able. Combinations: "Ordinary Award," "Ordinary rank," "Ordinary requirements," "Ordinary Sea Scout."
orienteering	A cross-country contest to reach a specific destination and/or certain checkpoints along the way with the use of compass and map.
Our Best Today for a Better Tomorrow	This is the Explorer motto.
outdoor activities	An important part of Cub Scouting. They can include hikes, picnics, games, and similar day events. Cub Scouts can also participate in pack camping, in which each Cub Scout has family members present. Cub Scout day camp and resident camp, as well as family camping opportunities, are also an important part of the program.
Outdoor Code	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 take care of it for myself and others. I will keep my trash and garbage out of lakes, streams, fields, woods, and roadways. Be careful with fire. I will prevent wildfire. I will build my fires only where they are appropriate. When I have finished using fire, I will make sure it is cold-out. I will leave a clean fire ring, or remove all evidence of my fire. Be considerate in the outdoors. I will treat public and private property with respect. I will use low-impact methods of hiking and camping. Be conservation-minded. I will learn how to practice good conservation of soil, waters, forests, minerals, grasslands, wildlife, and energy. I will urge others to do the same,
outdoor program	The total scope of outdoor activities offered by the Boy Scouts of America, in which youth members' differing skill and experience levels are accommodated. Includes Cub Scout pack field trips, day camp, family camp, and resident camp; Webelos Scout overnight camping; Boy Scout overnight, resident, and long-term camping; Venture and Varsity activities; jamborees; council and national high adventure; and wilderness camping.
overnighter	See "Webelos Scout overnighter."
pack	A group made up of several Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout dens. The pack includes not only the boys in the dens but also their families and leaders. Combinations: "Cub Scout pack," "Pack 5."
Pack activities	Additional activities and trips run by the pack.
Pack committee	Is responsible for the operation of the pack, including planning, finances, records, activities, advancement, and more.
Pack Meeting Planning Chart	A guide to planning your pack meeting. It lists all the required and optional parts of the meeting. You can choose the parts you want, determine their order, and indicate who will be responsible for preparing each.
Palms	See "Eagle Palms."
Pan American jamboree	The treatment of this term varies by actual jamboree year; for instance, no hyphen for the 1994 Pan American Jamboree.
paraprofessional	A registered, full-time or part-time noncommissioned employee whose application has been filed and approved by the Personnel Administration Division for service in a designated paraprofessional position. Authority and duties are limited to the support of, and are under the direction of, the commissioned professional assigned to that specific area of responsibility.
parents' night	An open house conducted by the post or Venturing crew to inform parents and involve them in the post or Venturing crew and council.
parent and family talent survey	An inventory of parents' interests and abilities conducted by the Cub Scout pack to determine program potential.
participating organization	A business, civic, educational, fraternal, or other community-based organization that has applied for participation and has received a certificate to operate a Learning for Life program or Explorer post.
partner	Do not use "partner" when referring to a chartered organization. Also see "adult partner."
Parvuli Dei emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by third- through fifth-grade Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts of the Roman Catholic and Eastern-Rite Catholic faiths. (Tiger Cubs [first- and second-grade students] can earn the Light of Christ emblem.) The Latin means "Little Children of God."
patrol	A small group of Boy Scouts (usually five to eight) who belong to a troop and work together in and out of troop meetings. Normally, there are several patrols in one troop. Capitalize only when part of a title, such as "Fox Patrol." See also "Venture patrol." Note: Webelos dens are not patrols.
patrol leader	Elected by the patrol members, this Boy Scout leads the patrol and represents it on the patrol leaders' council, which plans the troop program.
patrol leaders' council	Each patrol leader, representing his patrol, meets with other patrol leaders and the senior patrol leader to plan their troop program. The Scoutmaster acts as an adviser.
Paul Bunyan Woodsman	A recognition given to a Boy Scout or a Venturer who safely demonstrates skill with a long-handle ax.
Pedro	The long-eared, four-footed, mailburro of the "Hitchin' Rack" column in Boys' Life magazine.
people, persons	Use "person" when speaking of an individual: "One person waited for the bus." The word "people" is preferred to "persons" in all plural uses. For example: "Thousands of people attended the fair." "What will people say?" "There were 17 people in the room." "Persons" should be used only when it is in a direct quote or part of a title as in "Bureau of Missing Persons."
percent and percentages	Percent is one word and always spelled out. Also, always use figures for percentages: 2 percent, 25 percent, 2.5 percent (use decimals, not fractions). For amounts less than 1 percent, precede the decimal with a zero: "The cost of living rose 0.6 percent." Repeat "percent" with each individual figure: "He said 10 percent to 30 percent of the electorate may not vote."
Philmont Scout Ranch	Western high adventure happens here for older Scouts and Venturers in almost 140,000 acres of rugged northern New Mexico. The ranch also has a center for volunteer and professional training. The address is Cimarron, NM 87714. (Cimarron is pronounced sim-a-ROAN.)
Philmont Staff Association	Former and current summer and permanent staff members of Philmont Scout Ranch, and of the Philmont Training Center, Cimarron, New Mexico, are eligible for membership. Some association objectives are to promote wilderness camping and other ranch programs, suggest new programs in ranch management, and offer time and talent to local councils for promoting the ranch.
Philmont Training Center	The national volunteer training center of the BSA, located at Philmont Scout Ranch. The center hosts professional and BSA local council conferences.
pinewood derby	A pack activity that involves making and racing model cars on a track. Combinations: "Pack 1 Pinewood Derby," "the pinewood derby."
planned giving	Making a gift to Scouting as the result of a planning process that takes into consideration the effects that gift will have on the donor's income, tax liabilities, and estate. Do not hyphenate, even when used as a modifier. Also known as "deferred giving."
Polish National Catholic Church	Religious emblems and recognitions: Love of God (Milosc Boga) for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts; God and Country (Bog I Ojczyzna) for Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers; and Bishop Thaddeus F. Zielinski for adults (by nomination only, not earned).
pooled income fund	A charitable trust to which donors make gifts, which are pooled with other gifts and then invested. The investment income is paid to the donor, or beneficiaries, quarterly for life. Upon maturity the council endowment fund receives the remainder interest.
Pope Paul VI national unit recognition	A recognition given by the National Catholic Committee on Scouting to units organized by Catholic churches and organizations.
Pope Pius XII emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by ninth-grade and older Boy Scouts and Venturers of the Roman Catholic faith and Eastern-Rite Catholic Churches.
post	The unit that conducts Exploring for the participating organization. Combinations: "Explorer post," "Post 251."
post inventory	An annual report on each post's plans for the coming year, including leadership changes and recruiting plans.
post leader workshop	This training for post Advisors and post officers introduces leadership roles and the skills of leadership, communication, problem solving, and planning.
post officers' seminar	A training and planning seminar for newly elected Exploring officers, led by the post Advisor, associate Advisors, and youth president. Provides in-depth training for officers, and the year's program of activities is developed.
Powder Horn	Powder Horn Training is a training opportunity designed to expose the Venturing or Boy Scout leader to activities and resources necessary to operate a successful Venturing Ranger Award or Troop High Adventure program. This training includes six days of instruction.
pow wow	A one-day training conference for Cub Scout leaders. Combinations: "Cub Scout leader pow wow," "Apache District Pow Wow."
P.R.A.Y. Abbreviation for Programs of Religious Activities With Youth	An organization outside the BSA that administers religious awards for youth-serving organizations, including the BSA, Girl Scouts, and Camp Fire. Note the periods in the abbreviation.
Prepared for Today	Prepared for Today helps parents work with their 6- to 11-year-old children in six skill areas that will help the children cope when they have to be home alone.
preprofessional	A paraprofessional who is currently pursuing either an associate's or a bachelor's degree while obtaining on-the-job training and intends to qualify for professional service with the Boy Scouts of America. See also "paraprofessional."
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)	Encompasses the former northern and southern branches of Presbyterianism, which merged in 1983. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts; God and Family for Webelos Scouts; God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; God and Life for Venturers and older Boy and Varsity Scouts; and God and Service nomination (not earned) for adults (God and Country Program Series).
Professional Circle	See "Professional Training Award."
Professional Development Levels I, II, and III	Abbreviated as PD-LI, PD-LII, and PD-LIII. See "Center for Professional Development."
professional Scouter	A registered, salaried, full-time employee who is commissioned to serve in an approved professional position in a local council or on the national staff by having successfully completed formal training (Professional Development Level I, National Executive Institute, or National Training School), or who has been designated by the Chief Scout Executive as a member of the national management executive staff.
professional-technical (pro-tech) employee	A registered, full-time employee whose professional application has been approved by the Personnel Administration Division to serve in a professional-technical position not requiring a professional commission, but designated and approved as having executive, administrative, or professional status.
professional trainee	A registered, full-time employee serving as a trainee in an approved entry-level professional position whose application for service as a professional Scouter has been approved by the Personnel Administration Division and who has been assigned to a class at Professional Development Level I.
Professional Training Award	Professional Scouters are eligible for this award and membership in the Professional Circle when certified by their Scout executives and the Professional Development Division as having fulfilled qualifications of basic and advanced training and tenure. See "square knot."
program capability inventory	The PCI is a simple inventory of the program potential of adults connected with an Explorer post, its participating organization, and the community.
program manager	A Varsity Scout who supervises one of the five program fields of emphasis: advancement, high adventure, personal development, service, and special programs and events.
Progress Toward Ranks beads	See "immediate recognition patch."
Project COPE	A Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience that may include problem-solving exercises, low-course activities (conducted from ground level to 6 feet above ground), and high-course events (several combined activities that require each participant to be belayed, conducted 30 feet or more above ground).
project selling	A fund-raising method of isolating specific budget items or projects for presentation to interested donors. "To project sell" may be used as a verb if needed.
promise	See "Cub Scout Promise," "Scout Oath or Promise," or "Tiger Cub Promise."
Prophet Elias Award	A religious recognition presented to adults who have given exemplary service to youth through Scouting in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
ProSpeak	This newsletter for all career men and women in the BSA is distributed monthly from the national office.
provisional unit	When individual Scouts or Venturers are to participate in an activity (such as a jamboree), they may be organized into temporary (provisional) troops, teams, or crews.
public relations committee	A volunteer advisory committee for the council and its districts charged with planning activities that contribute to a planned program of policies, performance, and communications that creates and maintains a climate of public understanding and support to help the Boy Scouts of America achieve its goals and objectives.
Quaker	See "Religious Society of Friends."
Qualified Seaman	See "Advanced Seamanship."
Quality awards	Recognition given each charter year to units and each calendar year to districts, councils, areas, and regions that commit to and meet specified national standards pertaining to leader training, service, advancement, camping, and membership growth. Examples: "The Quality Unit Award is given to Quality Units," "national Quality Unit Award."
Quality Lodge Award (Order of the Arrow)	See "Quality awards."
Quartermaster	The highest rank in Sea Scouting, conferred with the Quartermaster Award.
quartermaster	A youth officer in a troop, patrol, or Varsity Scout team who keeps the equipment in good shape and maintains an up-to-date inventory of it. In the troop, the quartermaster is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent; in the patrol, he is appointed by the patrol leader.
raingutter regatta	A pack activity that involves making and racing model boats. Combinations: "Pack 1 Raingutter Regatta," "the raingutter regatta."
ranger	See "camp ranger."
Ranger Award	The Venturing Ranger Award is available to all Venturers. The purpose of the award is to encourage Venturers to achieve high levels of outdoor skills proficiency and to provide a pathway for outdoor/high-adventure skills training. Once earned, the Ranger Award will identify a Venturer as someone who is skilled at a variety of outdoor sports and interest, is trained in outdoor safety, and is ready to assist others in activities.
rank	The five Cub Scout ranks are Bobcat, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, and Arrow of Light Award. There are six ranks for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts: Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle Scout. The Sea Scouting ranks are Apprentice, Ordinary, Able, and Quartermaster. Combinations: "First Class rank," "Star Scout."
recharter	Avoid the use of this term; use "to renew a charter." See "charter."
recognition plan	Learning for Life. The Learning for Life recognition plan for elementary and special-needs students is meant to encourage positive behavior, foster a sense of belonging in the group, assist in building self-esteem, and reward a positive work ethic. Recognition stickers that relate to lesson plans are placed on an honor wall chart. Kindergartners through second-graders are called Seekers; third- and fourth-graders are called Discoverers; fifth- and sixth-graders are called Challengers; and special-needs students are called Champions. Adult recognitions range from certificates to plaques to paperweights. In the Exploring program, each cluster has approved individual recognitions.
recruitment rally	An activity that encourages youth members to recruit new members. See "roundup."
Red Arrow Award	A recognition given by the national Order of the Arrow committee to non-Arrowmen for outstanding service to the OA.
region	One of four geographical administrative units of the BSA: Northeast Region, Southern Region, Central Region, and Western Region. There are regional service centers, regional directors, regional staffs, regional presidents, and regional committee members. The World Organization of the Scout Movement has six regions. See "World Scout Bureau." Do not capitalize "region" when used alone. When referring to obsolete regional designations, use numerals: Region 2, Region 12.
regional committee	Consists of all National Council representatives (local council representatives and members at large), council presidents, and council commissioners in the region. Meets annually to elect regional officers.
regional president	The ranking elected volunteer officer in a region who heads the regional committee and cabinet and is an ex officio member of the National Executive Board.
regional staff	Professional Scouters on the national staff who work out of a regional service center. This includes the regional director, assistant regional directors, area directors, and associate regional directors.
registered member	Annually, every youth and adult who wants to join or continue membership in the Boy Scouts of America must submit a completed application form or reregister and pay an annual registration fee. Membership is a privilege, not a right. See "College Scouter Reserve," "Scouters' Reserve," "tenure," and "veteran."
relationships conference	A special meeting of heads of chartered organizations, chartered organization representatives, and council officers.
religious emblems program	Various religious organizations have designed requirements and procedures for participants in this Scouting program to earn the religious emblem of their faith.
Religious Principle, Declaration of	The Boy Scouts of America maintains that no person can grow into the best kind of citizen without recognizing an obligation to God and, therefore, acknowledges the religious element in the development of youth members. However, the BSA is absolutely nonsectarian in its attitude toward that religious development. Its policy is that the organization or institution with which youth members are connected shall give definite attention to their religious life. Only adults willing to subscribe to this declaration of principle and the Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America shall be entitled to certificates of leadership.
Religious Society of Friends	The formal name for Quakers, which may be used in references to members of this denomination. Religious emblems and recognitions: That of God for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts, God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, God and Life for Venturers and older Scouts, and Friends for adults.
Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints	Not correctly described as a Mormon church. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Cub Scouts, Light of the World for Webelos Scouts, Liahona for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, Life and World for Venturers and older Scouts, and International Youth Service Award nomination for adults (World Community Program Series).
representative membership	When the youth membership in a council or district reflects proportionately the characteristics of that community's youth population.
resident camping	An overnight camping activity of two or more nights conducted by the council for Cub Scouts or Webelos Scouts and their parents. Themes are used to provide a unique camping experience.
retention	The term used to describe the percentage of boys who move from one phase of the Scouting program to another, such as from Cub Scouting into Boy Scouting.
ride-along Exploring	Law enforcement agencies may have Explorers ride with officers for observation only.
Roman Catholic Church	Religious emblems and recognitions: Light of Christ for Tiger Cubs, Parvuli Dei (Little Children of God) for Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts, Ad Altare Dei (Unto the Alter of God) for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts, Pope Pius XII for Venturers and older Scouts, and the Saint George Roman Catholic nomination (not earned) for adults.
roundtable	An event conducted by a roundtable commissioner and roundtable staff to help the unit leadership of a district plan and carry out their own unit programs.
roundup	An organized fall recruiting plan during which members invite others to join a Scouting unit. See "recruiting rally."
Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America	Article I of the Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America states, "the [National] Executive Board may establish and amend Rules and Regulations for the further governance and guidance of the Boy Scouts of America including its local councils and affiliates." Italicize or underscore only if reference is obviously to the published booklet, Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America.
Rural Emphasis program	This program was merged with Urban Emphasis in 1998 to form the Scoutreach Division. See "Scoutreach Division."
Safe Boating	This course is designed for Sea Scout ships whose members may not be interested in following the advancement plan leading to Quartermaster, or as supplementary training for traditional ships. Those who complete the course earn the Small-Boat Handler bar. See "Advanced Seamanship."
Safe-Rides Venturing	A Safe-Rides Venturing crew provides a confidential ride home to any student who is not in a condition to drive. It also provides a ride home to those who wish to avoid being a passenger in such a situation. The safe-rides program can have a positive effect on young adults' attitudes about the dangers of using alcohol and drugs.
Safe Swim Defense plan	An eight-point plan of recommended procedures for conducting group swims. The eight points are (1) qualified supervisor, (2) medical examination, (3) safe swimming area, (4) lifeguards, (5) lookout, (6) ability groups, (7) buddy system, and (8) good discipline.
Safety Afloat	Guidelines for safe unit activity afloat in craft less than 26 feet long: (1) qualified supervision, (2) physical fitness, (3) swimming ability, (4) personal flotation equipment, (5) buddy system, (6) skill proficiency, (7) planning, (8) equipment, and (9) discipline.
Saint George Award	A national recognition given by the Roman Catholic Church and Eastern-Rite Catholic Churches to Scouters who have made outstanding contributions to the spiritual development of youth through Scouting. A national recognition for distinguished service by adults in the Scouting program of the Episcopal Church.
Saint George emblem	A religious emblem awarded by the Eastern Orthodox Church to Tiger Cubs (first grade) and Cub Scouts.
Saint Gregory emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts in the Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern Diocese).
Saint Mesrob emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America (Western Prelacy).
salute	See "Cub Scout salute" and "Scout salute."
Salvation Army, The	Note the capitalization of "The" in the name of the group. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Cub Scouts; Silver Crest, God and Family for Webelos Scouts; God and The Salvation Army for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; God and Life for Venturers and older Scouts; and Scouter's Award nomination (not earned) for adults.
Salvation Army Scouter's Award	For Salvationists who give noteworthy service of exceptional character to the spiritual, moral, and physical development of youth through or in the Scouting program in The Salvation Army.
Sangha emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts and Venturers of the Buddhist faith.
school-based programs	Learning for Life programs conducted in schools during school hours, including an elementary program, a junior high school/middle school program, a senior high school program, and a special-needs program. See also the specific program names.
School Night for Scouting	A one-night event held in a neighborhood school, church, community center, etc., where boys and parents gather to hear how Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting operate and how they can join.
School-to-Careers programs	These career-oriented programs are conducted in the Learning for Life junior high school/middle school, senior high, and Exploring programs.
Scout	May be synonymous with the term "Boy Scout" or may be used to include Varsity Scouts and Boy Scouts (not Cub Scouts). Use on second reference or also in informal usage when the meaning is clearly understood. Capitalize "Scout" and all words beginning with "Scout" (such as "Scouting" and "Scouter") unless the meaning is not related to the Scouting movement.
Scout benediction	Now may the Great Master of all Scouts be with us until we meet again.
Scout executive	The chief executive officer of the council responsible for the administration, financing, marketing, motivation, recruiting, and staffing required for successful council operations. Capitalize only when the title precedes the name. Examples: "Scout Executive John Smiley," "John Smiley is the Scout executive."
Scout Executives' Alliance	A fellowship of professional and professional-technical Scouters that provides immediate funds to the family of a deceased member.
Scout handclasp	This unique greeting is given with the left hand, the thumb separated from the fingers.
Scout Law	A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. (There are 12 points to the Scout Law.)
Scout motto	Be Prepared.
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 reservation or camp	Land owned by or leased to the Boy Scouts of America to further the Scouting program. A Scout reservation usually has two or more camps.
Scout Sabbath	The Saturday after February 8, Scouting Anniversary Day.
Scout salute	A hand salute made by Scouts and Scouters with the fingers of the right hand held in position as for the Scout sign.
Scout shop	A BSA-owned store, operated by the Supply Division, that sells official Scouting merchandise. See "Scouting distributor."
Scout show	See "Scouting show."
Scout sign	A sign made by raising the right hand palm forward, upper arm straight, and out to the side. The arm is bent at the elbow, forming a right angle. The three middle fingers are held erect and the thumb covers the nail of the little finger.
Scout slogan	Do a Good Turn Daily.
Scout Sunday	The Sunday before February 8, Scouting Anniversary Day.
Scout-a-Rama	This is incorrect; see "Scoutorama."
Scoutcraft	Proficiency in activities common to the Scouting program; may include woodcraft, campcraft, first aid and emergency procedures, water safety and skill in swimming and handling watercraft, and other activities.
Scouter	A registered adult member of the Boy Scouts of America who serves in a volunteer or professional capacity.
Scouter's Award	The recognition for individuals who have not obtained the Scouter's Key but are trained and giving consistent service to Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, or Venturing or are serving on a roundtable/huddle staff. Scoutmasters also are required to earn the Scouter's Award as part of earning the Scoutmaster's Key.
Scouter's Key	Recognizes Scoutmasters, Coaches, Advisors, Skippers, commissioners, and district committee members who have taken the recommended training for these positions and have achieved a high standard of performance over three years.
Scouters' Reserve	A registration status for adults who want to remain identified with Scouting without a specific assignment. They may be called upon to help with short-term projects.
Scouter's Training Award	See "Boy Scout Leader's Training Award."
Scouting Anniversary Day	February 8, 1910, was the day William D. Boyce incorporated the Boy Scouts of America. Also called "Uniform Day."
Scouting Anniversary Week	This is the week, beginning on Sunday, that includes February 8, Scouting Anniversary Day. During the week, units are encouraged to conduct rededication ceremonies and to demonstrate Scouting's purposeful activities.
Scouting coordinator	Former term for chartered organization representative. (See "chartered organization representative.")
Scouting distributor	A firm licensed by the Supply Division to stock and sell official Scouting merchandise. See "Scout shop."
Scouting Energy Day	A focus on energy education and conservation; held on the first Saturday of October, with activities continuing throughout the month.
Scouting Environment Day	This day highlights conservation awareness, the cleanup of litter, tree planting, and other conservation projects. Held annually on the fourth Saturday in April.
Scouting family	See "whole Scouting family" and "BSA family program."
Scouting for Food National Good Turn	First conducted in November 1988, this nationwide food collection effort is BSA's response to the "unacceptable" of hunger in our society. See "unacceptables."
Scouting Heritage Society	Local council recognition program for those who have made a current or deferred gift to the council's endowment trust fund.
Scouting magazine	The official magazine for all Scouters. It aims to interpret the program, stimulate action, and strengthen a desire to serve. The title is typeset in italics and underlined in typewritten copy. The word "magazine" may or may not be used and is not capitalized.
Scouting movement	An idea started in England by Baden-Powell, based on the conviction that boys can live up to a code of conduct and can develop themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually in association with other boys through a program of appealing activities and advancement challenges under the leadership of adults.
Scouting program	Historically, "Scouting" has been the generic term for the organization and activities of the Boy Scouts of America. It refers also to Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and troop and team activities. The program of the Boy Scouts of America is designed to fulfill its chartered purpose to achieve objectives in character development, citizenship training, and fitness adapted to the age groups: Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers. The program is carried out in units run by local organizations chartered by the Boy Scouts of America. Do not refer to Cub Scouting, Tiger Cubs BSA, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing as separate programs.
Scouting show	Not "Scout show" unless only Boy Scouts and no Cub Scouts, Varsity Scouts, or Venturers are involved. See also "arena Scouting show" and "booth Scouting show."
Scoutmaster	A commissioned volunteer Scouter, 21 or older, appointed by the chartered organization to lead a Boy Scout troop.
Scoutmaster Award of Merit	See "National President's Scoutmaster Award of Merit."
Scoutmaster conference	A distinctive feature of the troop advancement plan in which a Scoutmaster helps a Scout accept the responsibility for his own growth toward each rank.
Scoutmaster's Key	A recognition given to a Scoutmaster for completing training, tenure, and performance requirements.
Scoutmaster's Minute	A part of the closing ceremony of a troop meeting or campfire in which the Scoutmaster encourages Scoutlike conduct by telling a story.
Scoutmastership Fundamentals	Taken after Boy Scout Leader Fast Start Training, this three-part training course uses participation to teach Scoutmasters and other adult troop leaders about troop meetings, troop organization, and the outdoor program.
ScoutNET 2000	A project to establish a wide area network that electronically connects all local councils, regional offices, the National Distribution Center, the Center for Professional Development, and the national office.
Scoutorama	A show or demonstration of Scouting activities.
Scoutreach Division	Formed from the merger of the Urban Emphasis and Rural Emphasis programs in 1998, the division gives special leadership and emphasis to urban and rural Scouting. Scoutreach represents the BSA's commitment to making sure that all young people have an opportunity to join Scouting, regardless of their circumstances, neighborhood, or ethnic background.
Scouts with disabilities/Scouts with special needs	A program element of the Boy Scouts of America that emphasizes the involvement of youth who have visual, hearing, or other physical disabilities, or are emotionally disturbed or mentally retarded. An alternative advancement program is available for these youth members. They can be mainstreamed into regular Scouting units or placed in a special unit organized to meet their special needs. See "Torch of Gold Award," and "Woods Services Award."
scribe	A youth officer who checks attendance and keeps records. The troop scribe is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent. The patrol scribe is appointed by the patrol leader.
Sea badge	Adult training recognition in Sea Scouting. The sea badge conference is an advanced training conference for Sea Scout leaders conducted on a council or regional basis.
Sea Scout	A registered youth member of a Sea Scout ship.
Sea Scout Leaders' Specialized Training	This special course provides an introduction to Sea Scouting for all Sea Scout leaders.
Sea Scouting	Sea Scouts specialize in traditional nautical activities, i.e., sailing, boating, and maritime careers.
Sea Scouting committee	A committee responsible to the council Venturing committee chair. This committee encourages intership activities, renews charters for ships, and encourages periodic meetings of ship officers. It also supports program and provides training.
Second Class	The rank above Tenderfoot in Boy Scout and Varsity Scout advancement. Combinations: "Second Class Scout," "Second Class rank."
secretary	A Varsity Scout, Venturer, or Explorer elected to this office in the team, crew, or post.
section	Geographical and administrative grouping of Order of the Arrow lodges.
Seeboomook Base	Formerly part of the Maine National High Adventure Area; no longer used on a national level.
Seekers	Youth participants in the Learning for Life elementary program for kindergartners through second-graders. See also "Challengers" and "Discoverers."
see'n'do	A one-day activity to recognize Scoutmasters and stimulate use of the Boy Scout Handbook. Provides public exposure for Boy Scouting and stimulates interest in members and nonmembers. Do not capitalize unless naming a specific see'n'do, as "Apache District See'n'Do."
senior high school career seminars	Formerly Career Awareness Exploring, now part of the senior high school Learning for Life program. A series of seminars conducted on school time to supplement a school's career education emphasis and to help students meet the challenge of the future's changing job market. Seminar speakers are recruited and trained by the council Learning for Life committee. See "Learning for Life" and "senior high school program."
senior high school program	This school-based Learning for Life program for ninth- through 12th-graders continues the School-to-Careers emphasis through workshops and career seminars. See also "school-based programs" and "School-to-Careers programs."
senior patrol leader	Each troop has one senior patrol leader, a Scout elected by the Scouts to help all the patrols succeed. He may be assisted by one or more junior assistant Scoutmasters.
Servant of Youth Award	Recognizes adults who have given leadership to Lutheran young people.
service	Denotes tenure. Example: "He has two years' service as a Scouter." Expresses the function of an office. Example: "Commissioner service is to help units succeed." Used to describe the Good Turn ideal. Example: "The Boy Scouts of America has performed outstanding service to the country." An administrative branch of a National Council division. Examples: "Jamboree Service," "Audiovisual Service."
service center	The business office for a council or region. Combinations: "Longhorn Council Service Center," "local council or regional service center," "Western Region Service Center."
service patrol	The name given to a patrol that has accepted an extra work assignment for the good of the troop.
service project	Are part of Cub Scouting's citizenship training. They can include service in the neighborhood, to the community, or to the chartered organization.
service star	An insignia worn over the left shirt pocket of the uniform to denote number of years of service.
service team (Exploring)	A group of volunteers who work with Explorer posts.
Seton Memorial Library and Philmont Museum	Located at Philmont Scout Ranch, this facility contains exhibits related to the history and program of the ranch and the Southwest as well as a library of books, art, and artifacts of one of the BSA's founders, Ernest Thompson Seton.
shared leadership	Leadership used in Tiger Cub dens where no one adult is the leader. Each adult partner plans and leads the den program for one month.
ship	The unit that conducts Sea Scouting for the chartered organization. Equivalent to a Venturing crew. Combinations: "Sea Scout ship," "Ship 38," "Sea Scout Ship 38."
Shofar Award	Given by the National Jewish Committee on Scouting for outstanding service by adults in the promotion of Scouting among Jewish youth.
short-term camping	A camping experience consisting of one to four days and at least one night outdoors.
showando	An outdoor event-"showing and doing"-that helps a leader blend leadership skills with outdoor and camping skills.
Silver Antelope Award	A recognition given by the National Court of Honor to a Scouter for distinguished service to youth within the region.
Silver Arrow Point	See "Arrow Point."
Silver Award	The Silver Award is available to all Venturers. Its purpose is to provide a pathway for personal development; encourage Venturers to learn, grow and serve; and recognize the high level of achievement of Venturers who acquire Venturing skills. Candidates must first achieve at least one Bronze Award and the Venturing Gold Award.
Silver Beaver Award.	A recognition given by the National Court of Honor for distinguished service to youth within the council.
Silver Buffalo Award	A recognition given by the National Court of Honor for distinguished service to youth on the national level.
Silver Crest emblem	A Salvation Army religious recognition that can be earned by Cub Scouts who are Junior Soldiers.
Silver Palm	See "Eagle Palms."
Silver World Award	Presented by the BSA to citizens of other countries and to U.S. citizens who are not BSA members, for distinguished service to youth on an international level.
Skipper	The Sea Scouting equivalent of Advisor. Assisted by a "mate."
slogan.	See "Scout slogan."
Small-Boat Handler	A Sea Scout who successfully completes the Safe Boating course earns this emblem.
Snorkeling, BSA	A recognition given to Scouts and Venturers to encourage the development of aquatic skills that promote fitness and recreation and to lay a foundation for those who later participate in advanced underwater activities.
space derby	A pack activity that involves making and racing model spaceships. Combinations: "Pack 1 Space Derby," "the space derby."
special-interest post	Obsolete term. All Explorer posts are focused on careers as part of the Learning for Life program.
special-needs program	This Learning for Life program includes a curriculum for students with disabilities that helps them learn the life skills they need to achieve self-sufficiency. See also "school-based programs."
Spirit of the Eagle Award	A posthumous recognition for youth members who died as a result of accident or illness. Awarded by the National Court of Honor.
Spirit of Truth emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers in the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
Spurgeon Award	See "William H. Spurgeon III Award."
squad	A Varsity Scout team subdivision that consists of four to eight members; equivalent to a patrol in a Boy Scout troop.
squad leader	Elected by squad members, this Varsity Scout leads the squad and, with other team members, develops team meeting agendas.
square knot	Generally, embroidered square knots are representative of pin-on medals or around-the-neck awards and are designed for the greater convenience of the wearer. They are the only wearable insignia for the Award of Merit and Professional Training Award. Embroidered knots from other Scout associations may be worn on Scouters' uniforms.
Star	The rank above First Class and below Life in Scout advancement. Combinations: "Star Scout," "Star rank."
Strategic Plan, National	A three- to five-year plan that helps provide a focus for the growth and success of Scouting. Also see "critical issues." Capitalize when referring to the BSA's National Strategic Plan; council strategic plans should be lowercase.
student career interest survey	An annual survey of the career and leisure interests of high school students conducted by the local council. Survey results may be made available to help Explorer posts recruit new members.
Summertime Pack Award	See "National Summertime Pack Award."
superactivity	A major annual activity, trip, or project of a Venturing crew requiring long-range planning and extensive preparation. Generally the highlight of the crew's program year.
supplemental training	A variety of courses given on a district, council, area, regional, or national basis designed to give additional information on specific areas of Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. Other terms include "pow wow," "leadership update," "unit leadership enhancements," "den leader coach seminar," and "Webelos Leader Outdoor Training."
Supply Division	The arm of the Boy Scouts of America that supplies official uniforms, equipment, and literature to the field. Includes administrative offices located in the national office, a national distribution center, and Scout shops located nationwide.
sustaining member	Obsolete term; see "Friends of Scouting."
Sustaining Membership Enrollment	An obsolete term, SME was once used to describe a special type of membership for people who want to be identified with a local council for their financial support through the annual Friends of Scouting campaign. See "Friends of Scouting," which is the correct term.
swimmer test	The minimum level of swimming ability required for deep-water swimming. The test is as follows: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards/meters in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards/meters using an easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards/meters must be swum continuously and include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating.
team	A stand-alone unit that conducts Varsity Scouting for the chartered organization. A Tiger Cub and his adult partner.
Tenderfoot	The first rank in the Boy Scout advancement program. Always singular. Example: "Boys must pass Tenderfoot requirements before they can become Tenderfoot Scouts."
tenure	A term used to describe the length of service and membership in Scouting. See "veteran."
That of God emblem	A religious emblem that can be earned by Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts in the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers); administered by the Friends Committee on Scouting.
three R's	Traditionally, they are "reading, 'riting, and 'rithmetic." In Scouting, the three R's of Youth Protection are recognize, resist, and report. See "Youth Protection."
Tiger Cub	A boy who is in the first grade (or is 7 years old) and registered, with his adult partner, as a member of a Tiger Cub den.
Tiger Cub coach	A registered adult leader, at least 21 years of age, appointed by the pack to organize, support, and provide liaison with the Tiger Cub den.
Tiger Cub Coach Award	Recognition available to Tiger Cub coaches who meet requirements of training, tenure, and performance.
Tiger Cub den	A den of five to eight Tiger Cubs and their adult partners who meet twice monthly for a shared leadership experience. Part of a Cub Scout pack. No longer called a "Tiger Cub group."
Tiger Cub den coordinator	An adult member of the Tiger Cub den who helps maintain shared leadership and works with the Tiger Cub coach to coordinate plans for involving the Tiger Cub den in Cub Scout pack activities.
Tiger Cub motto	Search, Discover, Share.
Tiger Cub Promise	I promise to love God, my family, and my country, and to learn about the world.
Tiger Cubs BSA	A one-year, family-oriented program for a group of teams, each consisting of a first-grade (or 7-year-old) boy (Tiger Cub) and an adult partner (usually his parent). The Tiger Cub den is part of the Cub Scout pack. See "Cub Scouting" and "Scouting."
Tiger Tracks	One form of recognition awarded to a Tiger Cub for each big idea completed by the den. The corresponding iron-on Tiger Track, from the Family Activity Packet, is added to the front of the boy's Tiger Cub uniform shirt.
Together Dinner	An obsolete term. Use "new-unit campaign dinner."
Together We Organize or Together plan	Now called the new-unit campaign.
Top Hands conference	The plan of action for the BSA's future direction is crafted in these meetings of Scout executives and regional and national personnel.
Torch of Gold Award	For local council use in recognizing adults for outstanding service to youth with disabilities.
Totin' Chip	A recognition given to Scouts who subscribe to the Outdoor Code and understand and can demonstrate the proper handling, care, and use of woods tools.
tour permit	Permit designed to assist units in planning to assure safe, healthful, and enjoyable trips and assure that proper procedures will be followed in case of emergency. A local tour permit is filed with the council for a trip of less than 500 miles. A national tour permit is filed with the region through the council for a trip of 500 miles or more.
trading post	The camp or reservation store where equipment and supplies may be purchased by campers. A distributor's Scouting department is sometimes referred to as the trading post.
TRAIL Boss	TRAIL (Teaching Resources And Individual Leadership) Bosses are Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers who have learned how to lead volunteers completing environmental work on public lands. Upon completion of the requirements, candidates may receive the TRAIL Boss patch and certificate.
train-the-trainer conference	In this conference, the people responsible for training unit leaders become acquainted with the principles, methods, and techniques of training. The conference is held by the council or a cluster of councils. Do not capitalize unless giving the name of a specific conference: "Viking Council Train-the-Trainer Conference."
Trained Leader emblem	This emblem may be worn by all leaders, youth and adult, who have completed the Fast Start and basic training programs appropriate to their positions. It may be worn only in connection with the emblem of office for which training has been completed.
training updates	Supplemental training held quarterly. A series of six supplemental training opportunities for both new and more experienced leaders, which expands on subjects that are only covered briefly in basic training and also provides in-depth information on new topics. (2 hrs)
Treasure Island	A Scout camp belonging to the Philadelphia Council; the Order of the Arrow was founded there in July 1915.
treasurer	A Varsity Scout, Venturer, or Explorer elected to be responsible for funds in the team, crew, or post. A Boy Scout who keeps a record of patrol dues and makes up a budget for patrol outings; appointed by the patrol leader.
trial rate	Raising the percentage of eligible boys who try Scouting (the trial rate) is the aim of this comprehensive marketing campaign of the BSA.
troop	The unit that conducts Boy Scouting for the chartered organization. Capitalize only when used with the troop number. Combinations: "Boy Scout troop," "Troop 14."
troop guide	A youth leader who works with Scouts in the new-Scout patrol; appointed by the Scoutmaster in consultation with the assistant Scoutmaster responsible for new Scouts.
troop historian	This youth leader records the troop's activities both in writing and visually; appointed by the senior patrol leader with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent.
troop junior leader training	Conducted by the Scoutmaster and senior patrol leader for junior leaders, this weekend training is devoted to building the leadership team and planning the troop program.
troop rally night	A coordinated council or district membership effort using volunteers and professionals in which boys are identified through a boy-fact survey and referred to troops. The program at a troop rally night should be aimed to sell Scouting to prospective Scouts.
troop resource survey	A survey of the talents, skills, and interests of adults who could provide program assistance to the troop.
troop site	A campsite on council property used by a Boy Scout troop; it contains several patrol sites.
ultimate	A team sport played with a flying disk (such as a Frisbee). See "Cub Scout Sports and Academics program."
unacceptables	Drug abuse, child abuse, hunger, illiteracy, and youth unemployment in our society are unacceptable to the BSA, which is fighting them with the Drugs: A Deadly Game campaign; Youth Protection guidelines and child abuse educational literature and videos; the Scouting for Food National Good Turn; Boys' Life magazine and other high-quality literature designed to encourage youth to read; and the merit badge program and Learning for Life; as well as by continuing to be vigorous in promoting the Scouting program, which builds character in youth and helps them prepare for a meaningful, productive adult life.
uniform	A distinctive part of Scouting is its uniformed membership. Combinations: "Varsity Scout uniform," "dress uniform," "field uniform," "Scouter uniform," and "Sea Scout uniform."
Uniform Day	February 8. See "Scouting Anniversary Day."
uniform inspection	A feature of a unit meeting when members of the registered unit are given an opportunity to demonstrate their uniformed appearance.
unit	The entity that conducts Scouting for the chartered organization; it consists of registered youth members and registered adult volunteer members. A unit may be a pack, troop, team, crew, or ship. Its affairs are administered by the unit committee, which is appointed by the chartered organization.
unit leader	The adult leader of a unit is either a Cubmaster, Scoutmaster, Coach, Advisor, or Skipper.
Unit Leadership Enhancements	Supplemental training that takes place in the Cub Scout pack and is conducted by a member of the pack committee.
unit-serving executive	A Scouting professional who serves the council at the unit level. Note the use of the hyphen.
United Church of Christ	The Evangelical and Reformed Church merged with the Congregational Christian Church in 1957 to form the United Church of Christ. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts; God and Family for Webelos Scouts; God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; God and Life for Venturers and older Boy and Varsity Scouts; and the God and Service nomination (not earned) for adults.
United Methodist Church	The principal Methodist body in the United States, formed in 1968 by the merger of the Methodist Church and the Evangelist United Brethren Church. Religious emblems and recognitions: God and Me for Tiger Cubs and Cub Scouts; God and Family for Webelos Scouts; God and Church for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts; God and Life for Venturers and older Boy and Varsity Scouts; and the God and Service nomination (not earned) for adults.
United States Foundation for International Scouting	An independent nonprofit corporation whose purpose is to secure funds and help finance Scouting projects around the world. Gifts to the USFIS are deductible as charitable contributions.
United Way of America	An umbrella agency representing the interests of many social and welfare organizations; formed to raise operating expenses through annual campaigns conducted in local communities.
Unity of Mankind	A religious recognition that can be earned by Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers of the Baha'i faith.
universal Scout badge	A miniature Tenderfoot insignia. Often worn on civilian clothes by Scouters.
Urban Emphasis program	Combined with the Rural Emphasis program in 1998 to form the Scoutreach Division. See "Scoutreach."
varied-interest post	Obsolete term. All Explorer posts are focused on careers as part of the Learning for Life program.
Varsity	Sports activities in a Varsity Scout team (not in a troop). See "Varsity Scouting" and "Venture."
Varsity Scout	A young man who is a registered youth member of a Varsity Scout team.
Varsity Scout team	A stand-alone unit that conducts Varsity Scouting for the chartered organization.
Varsity Scouting	A part of the program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men (Varsity Scouts) who are at least 14 but not yet 18 years old. The unit is a team; the unit leader is a Coach. Emphasis is on advancement, high adventure, personal development, service, and special programs and events. See "Scouting" and "Varsity."
Venture	High-adventure activities for a patrol (Venture patrol) of Boy Scouts age 13 and older in a troop. Do not refer to these Boy Scouts as Venture Scouts. This is different from Venturing. See "Venturing."
Venture patrol	A patrol of Boy Scouts age 13 and older in a troop; the patrol participates in high-adventure activities. This is different from a Venturing crew. See "Venturing crew."
Venture patrol chief	The elected youth leader of a Venture patrol.
Venturer	A registered youth member of a Venturing crew. The word "Venturer" should be used only as a noun referring to a youth member. Use "Venturing" when a modifier is needed. The forms: "One Venturer built a kayak." "One member of the Venturing crew built a kayak." Venturing is different from the Boy Scout Venture program. See "Venture."
Venturing	The young adult program of the Boy Scouts of America for men and women 14 (who have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age. "Venturing" is both a noun and a modifier. The forms: "Venturing is a program for young adults." "Young women and men take part in Venturing activities." "Good Venturing Advisors are crucial to successful Venturing crews." Venturing is different from the Boy Scout Venture program. See "Venture."
Venturing activity interest survey	An annual survey of the career and leisure interests of high school students conducted by the local council. Survey results may be available to help crews recruit new members.
Venturing Code	I believe that America's strength lies in our trust in God and in the courage, strength, and traditions of our people. I will, therefore, be faithful in my religious duties and will maintain a personal sense of honor in my own life. I will treasure my American heritage and will do all I can to preserve and enrich it. I will recognize the dignity and worth of all humanity and will use fair play and goodwill in my daily life. I will acquire the Venturing attitude that seeks truth in all things and adventure on the frontiers of our changing world.
Venturing crew	Youth members and adult leaders who conduct the Venturing program within an organization chartered by the BSA. This is different from a Venture patrol. See "Venture patrol."
Venturing Impact Plan	A council organizational plan to "sell" business, industry, labor, professional, church, and community groups to organize Venturing crews.
Venturing Leadership Skills Course	This training is designed to be run by the Advisor and officers to teach leadership skills to the entire crew. Completion of the course is required for the youth Silver Award.
Venturing Leader Specific Training	This training is designed to introduce adult Venturing leaders to the basic information needed for operating a crew. This includes (1) Here's Venturing, (2) Understanding and Protecting Youth, (3) Leadership and Organization, (4) Advancement, and (5) Resources and Program Planning. (8 hrs)
Venturing Oath	As a Venturer, I promise to help strengthen America, to be faithful in my religious duties, to help others, and, to seek truth, fairness, and adventure in our world.
Venturing program conference	Conducted by many councils to provide program support and training to Venturing leaders. The Advisor, associate Advisors, president, and vice presidents from each crew attend.
veteran	A recognition status accorded to members of Scouting who have served five years or more. Combinations: "10-year veteran," "15-year veteran," "20-year veteran." Units also achieve veteran status and may display veteran insignia on their flags and uniforms.
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Wood Badge Scholarship	This scholarship assists selected VFW members in acquiring youth-serving skills. Annually, 12 scholarships are given-three per region.
vice chairman	A National Council, local council, district, or unit committee title.
vice president	An adult volunteer elected position in the National Council or a local council. An elected youth position in a Venturing crew or an Explorer post.
Vigil Honor	The highest honor the Order of the Arrow can bestow upon its members, for service to the lodge, council, and Scouting.
volunteer	Individual who donates service, time, or funds to support the program of the Boy Scouts of America.
volunteer service	The work of men and women throughout the country who make Scouting available to youth by their service at all levels of the Scouting organization-all done without pay. The voting members of the council are volunteer Scouters.
wagonmaster	A campmaster for Cub Scout family camping programs. See also "campmaster."
Web.	Short for the World Wide Web.
Webelos Activity Badge Workshop	A supplemental training for Webelos Den Leaders designed to focus on the various activity badges.
Webelos badge	The fourth rank in Cub Scouting; earned by Webelos Scouts in a Webelos den.
Webelos den	A group of Webelos Scouts who meet weekly under the supervision of a Webelos den leader.
Webelos den chief	A Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or male Venturer who has been appointed to help direct the activities of a Webelos den.
Webelos den leader	A registered volunteer member, age 21 or older, appointed by the pack committee to plan and direct the den's activities.
Webelos Den Leader Award	An award available to Webelos den leaders for completing requirements of tenure, training, and performance.
Webelos den leader coach	A registered volunteer member, age 21 or older, who works with and helps Webelos den leaders in the pack.
Webelos denner	A Webelos Scout who is elected by other members of his den to help the Webelos den chief.
Webelos Leader Guide	A publication that has a suggested sequence of activity badges designed to help the boys earn the Webelos badge and Arrow of Light. It also has suggested activities for each badge./TD>
Webelos Leader Outdoor Training	A supplemental training experience conducted by the district or council to provide Webelos leaders with the skills needed to conduct den parent-son overnight camping.
Webelos Leader Workshop	This supplemental training is offered with Webelos Leaders in mind. Activity badge ideas are the main theme of these trainings. This training is not offered in all areas.
Webelos resource person	The assistant Scoutmaster who serves as liaison between the troop and the Webelos den.
Webelos Scout	(Pronounced WEE-buh-los.) A Cub Scout who has completed the third grade or is age 10 but has not yet completed fifth grade or reached age 11½, and is a member of a Webelos den. The word "Webelos" (means WE'll BE LOyal Scouts) should always be used as a modifier, never as a noun.
Webelos Scout overnighter	A one- or two-night campout by Webelos Scouts and their adult partners.
Webelos-to-Scout plan	The preparation and graduation of a Webelos Scout from Cub Scouting to Boy Scouting. Use instead of "Webelos-to-Scout transition," which is obsolete.
Webelos Woods	An activity designed to introduce Webelos Scouts, each with an adult family member, to the many outdoor adventures of Boy Scouting.
Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award	Presented to volunteer Scouters or other organizations who have made an outstanding contribution through Scouting to rural or low-income urban youth.
whole Scouting family	When an organization is chartered to operate a Cub Scout pack, a Boy Scout troop, a Varsity Scout team, and a Venturing crew, it is said to have the whole Scouting family.
Wilderness Commitment	Those who make the Wilderness Commitment follow the Outdoor Code and the Wilderness Pledge.
Wilderness Pledge	Through good camping and hiking practices, I pledge myself to preserve the beauty and splendor of America's wilderness, primitive and backcountry areas. I commit myself to: Set a personal example in following the Outdoor Code. Train those I lead in the skills and attitudes needed to protect and preserve wilderness for future generations. Assure that parties of which I am part observe the hiking and camping standards that will "leave no trace" of our passing.
Wilderness Use Policy	An official policy that outlines the size limit, skill level, and conduct of any Scouting group going into backcountry or wilderness areas. The objective is to minimize the effect such groups have on those delicate areas. See "Leave No Trace."
William H. Spurgeon III Award	An award used to recognize outstanding contributions to Exploring on a council and national basis. The award is presented to individuals, churches, service organizations, businesses, trades, industries, and professions. William H. Spurgeon is regarded as one of the principal founders of career-interest Exploring.
William T. Hornaday Award	The William T. Hornaday Award is presented for distinguished service in conservation. The award is given in one of six forms: The local council may give the William T. Hornaday certificate for a unique conservation project by a pack, troop, team, or crew. The council may also award the William T. Hornaday badge to individual Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers for outstanding service in conservation. All other Hornaday Awards are conferred by the National Council; Scouts and Venturers may apply for the bronze and silver medals, and local councils may nominate Scouters for the gold medal and individuals and organizations for the gold certificate.
Winners' Circle	See "Chief Scout Executive's Winners' Circle."
woggle	See "Wood Badge."
Wolf	The rank designed for a second-grade or 8-year-old Cub Scout. Combinations: "Wolf achievements," "Wolf Cub Scout," "Wolf electives," "Wolf rank."
Wood Badge	Training award granted upon completion of the Wood Badge course. A leather thong with two wooden beads, a special neckerchief, and a slide (woggle) are worn by those who have completed the training. See also "Gilwell Park." Combinations: "Boy Scout Leader Wood Badge," "Cub Scout Trainer Wood Badge."
woodcraft	Understanding the wilderness and making use of natural resources. Knowledge of the "ways of the woods," of the plants and animals, and of the art of survival in the woods.
Woods Services Award	A national recognition for exceptional service and leadership to Scout with disabilities.
woods tools	Those tools, including knife, ax, and saw, used by Boy Scouts and Scouters carrying out skills of woodcraft, campcraft, and related advancement requirements.
worksite-based program	See "Exploring."
World Brotherhood Exchange	Through this International Division program, a troop may offer home hospitality to a patrol of Scouts from another country, and have the patrol join the troop in activities and camping.
World Community emblems	Religious emblems of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Webelos Scouts can earn the Light of the World emblem; Boy Scouts, the Liahona (compass) emblem; and Venturers, the Life and World emblem.
World Conservation Award	An award emphasizing the importance of our natural resources and our interdependence with other countries in our world environment. Two awards are offered-one for Cub Scouts and one for Boy Scouts.
World Crest	This emblem may be worn by all members as an expression of world brotherhood.
World Friendship Fund	The means by which Scouts and Scouters in the United States of America may provide material help to Scouts and Scouting around the world. See "Baden-Powell World Fellowship."
world jamboree	See "jamboree."
World Organization of the Scout Movement	An international, nongovernmental organization that is composed of three principle parts: the World Scout Conference, the World Scout Committee, and the World Scout Bureau. As of March 1998, 149 countries had internationally recognized national Scout associations.
World Scout Bureau	The secretariat that carries out the instructions of the World Scout Conference and the World Scout Committee. The head office is in Geneva, Switzerland, and regional offices are in Costa Rica, Egypt, Kenya, the Philippines, and Switzerland.
World Scout Committee	The executive body that represents the World Scout Conference between meetings. There are 12 committee members from 12 countries; they are elected for terms of six years. The members represent the interests of Scouting as a whole and not their own countries.
World Scout Conference	Meeting every three years, this is the general assembly of Scouting that is composed of delegates from each of the member Scout organizations. If there is more than one Scout association in a country, a federation must be formed for world membership.
World Scouting Foundation	Contributions to this foundation are invested permanently to produce regular income for the benefit of the World Organization of the Scout Movement. See "Baden-Powell World Fellowship."
World Scouting News	This monthly bulletin, published by the World Organization of the Scout Movement, contains Scouting news items from around the world.
Young American Awards	These local council awards may be given annually to young adults between the ages of 15 and 25 who have achieved excellence in the fields of science, religion, service, government, business, athletics, art, music, or literature. Recipients need not be members of the Boy Scouts of America.
youth ministry outreach	Used to describe how the Scouting program is used within a religious organization.
Youth Protection program	This BSA emphasis fights child abuse by teaching youth the "three R's": Recognize, Resist, and Report child abuse; by helping parents and Scouters learn to recognize indications of child abuse; and by teaching them how to handle child abuse situations.
Zoroastrianism	A Persian religion founded in the sixth century. Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, and Venturers of the Zoroastrian faith can earn the Good Life emblem.

Calendar Of Events

March 15, 2010
Pack Meeting - March

April 12, 2010
Committee Meeting - April

April 19, 2010
Pack Meeting - April

May 7, 2010
Spring Family Campout

May 10, 2010
Committee Meeting - May

May 17, 2010
Pack Meeting - May

May 31, 2010
Memorial Day Parade

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