The Values of Scouting
Scouting is a values-based program with its own code of conduct. The Scout Oath and Law help instill the values of good conduct, respect for others, and honesty. Scouts learn skills that will last a lifetime, including basic outdoor skills, first aid, citizenship skills, leadership skills, and how to get along with others. For almost a century, Scouting has instilled in young men the values and knowledge that they will need to become leaders in their communities and country.
THE 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.
THE SCOUT LAW
A Scout is:
Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, Reverent
SCOUT MOTTO Be Prepared
SCOUT SLOGAN Do a Good Turn Daily
OUTDOOR CODE As an American, I will do my best to:
Be clean in my outdoor manners
Be careful with fire
Be considerate in the outdoors, and
Be conservation-minded
Scouting's Bottom Line
What happens to a Scout? For every 100 boys who join Scouting, records indicate that:
Scouting's alumni record is equally impressive. A recent nationwide survey of high schools revealed the following information:
Scouts also account for: