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Scout Spirit

The ideals of the Boy Scouts of America are spelled out in the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout motto, and Scout slogan. Members incorporating these ideals into their daily lives at home, at school, in their religious life, and in their neighborhoods, for example, are said to have Scout spirit. In evaluating whether a member has fulfilled this requirement, it may be best to begin by asking him to explain what Scout spirit and living the Scout Oath and Scout Law mean to him. Young people know when they are being kind or helpful, or a good friend to others. They know when they are cheerful, or trustworthy, or reverent. All of us, young and old, know how we act when no one else is around.

Boy Scout Oath

On my honor, I will do my best

To do my duty, to God and my Country

And to obey the Scout Law,

To help other people at all times,

To keep myself physically strong,

Mentally awake and morally straight.

Boy Scout Law

A Scout is:

Trustworthy

Loyal

Helpful

Friendly

Courteous

Kind

Obedient

Cheerful

Thrifty

Brave

Clean

Reverent

Boy Scout Motto

Be Prepared!

Boy 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.

Be conservation minded.

Ten Essentials

1. Knife

2. Personal 1st Aid Kit (moleskin, soap, antiseptic, bandaids, medical tape, sterile gauze)

3. Rain Gear (jacket and pants)

4. Flashlight/Headlamp

5. Water Bottle

6. Map and Compass

7. Fire Starter (flint & steel) or matches

8. Sun Protection (sunscreen, sun glasses, lip balm, sun hat)

9. Trail Food

10. Extra Clothing to match weather conditions