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Scout programs around the world have a Scout Motto, Scout Promise, and Scout Law. While varying, they tend to provide a similar set of ideals for their youth and adults. The Boy Scouts of America's Motto, Slogan, Oath (with its three parts), and Law (with its 12 points) provide a set of 17 Ideals to live by.

Scouting in most countries uses the term "Promise", though the BSA more often calls its Promise the Scout Oath (Baden-Powell's original term was "Scout's Oath"). The BSA Oath consists of the three ideals of:

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Participants commit to the Scouting values by taking the Scout Promise. The promise is taken in each age group and its wording is the same for all. The ideals to which the Scouts commit are the foundation of the movement. Taking the promise and its meaning are always discussed beforehand in a way that is suitable for the age, for example, through stories or discussions. Scouting ideals and their meanings vary according to the age group.

McKenzie sat on the executive board of the Boy Scouts organization in Philadelphia for more than 20 years. Asked to produce a figure of "an ideal scout," the sculptor chose several young scouts to model in uniform. In 1915, he gave the executive board an 18-inch bronze figure, together with rights to the royalties resulting from sales of copies. He said that the boy's uncovered head denoted reverence, obedience to authority, and discipline. The hatchet held by the scout is a symbol of truthfulness and the hope it would never be unsheathed for wanton destruction, but "applied unceasingly to the neck of treachery, treason, cowardice, discourtesy, dishonesty, and dirt."[4]

The Philadelphia headquarters was built by the Boy Scouts of America on city-owned land in 1929, with the council paying a nominal $1-per-year rent. In 2008, the City of Philadelphia filed an anti-discrimination lawsuit in response to the BSA's national policy of excluding openly gay scout leaders, demanding that the Cradle of Liberty Council defy the BSA policy, pay a market-rate rent on the building, or vacate it. The council won the lawsuit in Federal court, and the judge ordered the city to pay its $877,000 in legal fees. Instead, the city settled with the council, paying the bulk of its legal fees but requiring it to vacate the building. The Ideal Scout was removed in 2013.

The purpose of this Independent Study thesis is to explore the ways in which the Girl Scouts of the United States of America has responded to changing gender ideologies and changes in the social positioning of women in contemporary society. A historical review of women's history in conjunction with a literature review of Scouting illustrates the embedded nature of gender ideals and practices. Drawing on symbolic anthropology, the theories of organizational culture, feminist anthropology, and the discourse concerning single-sex institutions, I view GSUSA as a complex organization that symbolizes the struggle over contemporary definitions of gender equality. In order to gain a holistic understanding of Scouting culture and the organization's communication, I conducted interviews with key personnel and collected documents from the National Headquarters in New York and the Heritage Trails Regional Girl Scout Council in Mansfield, Ohio. I used the ethnographic method of participant observation with Brownie Troop 83 in Wooster, Ohio. To explore the variable nature of troops, I interviewed several Brownie leaders from the Wooster area. From this data, one can see that National has a clear progressive framework in mind, stressing themes like science, math, physical fitness, and business acumen. However, this ideology clashes with a GSUSA history deeply rooted in domesticity and tradition. Thus, the regional Council is provided with a conflicting agenda, reinterprets GSUSA goals, and in many instances ends up reinforcing traditional gender practices. In turn, local leaders experience a lack of clarity within GSUSA and carefully balance their own values with those of larger society. This fragmentation and diversity symbolizes the difficulties associated with "top-down" change. As we move into the 21st century, organizations steeped in tradition may benefit from "horizontal" policy making that evaluates definitions of equality while acknowledging contemporary gender ideals.

The Flintlocks meet every Thursday at Wnnebago Scout Reservation at 102 Timberbrook Rd, Rockaway, NJ 07866.

Remember, no special skills are needed (although you may pick up a few!), just a belief in the ideals of the Scouting program. The rewards are the opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy camaraderie, share a few laughs, hobby interests, and at the same time help promote Scouting to our youth.

Has Troop 209 evolved from when I was a member? Of course it has. But what I saw was an organization that remained committed to timeless Boy Scout ideals. And I will treasure my commemorative Troop 209 centennial patch.

President Addresses 2005 National Boy Scout Jamboree

Fort A.P. Hill

Fort A.P. Hill, Virginia

President's Remarks

view 7:19 P.M. EDTTHE PRESIDENT:Daniel, thank you for your introduction. It's suchan honor to be here. Laura and I join Americans across our country inextending our sympathy and prayers to the families of the Scout leaderswho lost their lives so tragically earlier this week. The men you lostwere models of good citizenship, leaders who stepped forward to serve agood and selfless cause. As Scout leaders they devoted themselves tohelping young men develop the character and skills they need to realizetheir dreams. These men will always be remembered for their leadershipand kindness. And you Scouts honor them by living up to the ideals ofthe scouting they served.Daniel, I want to thank you for your introduction. I appreciatethe Scouts picking a fellow Texan to introduce me. (Applause.)I want to thank Congresswoman Jo Ann Davis for her leadership.Idon't know if you realize this, but she sponsored legislation in theHouse of Representatives to ensure that the Boy Scouts are granted equalaccess to public lands. (Applause.)I want to thank the President of the Boy Scouts, John Cushman; RoyWilliams, the Chief Scout Executive; Fran Olmstead, the Chairman of thisfantastic jamboree. I also want to thank Major General Jay Yingling,who is the Commander of the -- Fort A.P. Hill.General, thank you andall your troops for making sure this jamboree was a great success.(Applause.)Here at the 16th National Scout Jamboree, you're carrying on atradition that dates back almost seven decades. President FranklinRoosevelt came to the first jamboree in 1937. I don't think he rode inthe same kind of helicopter I did, though. (Laughter.) You know, I waslooking forward to coming last week, but the thunderstorms got in theway. So I appreciate the rain check. (Laughter and applause.) It's afantastic sight to look out on more than 30,000 young men wearing theuniform of the Boy Scouts. (Applause.)At this base there are Scouts from all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico,Guam, the Virgin Islands, and countries from all around the world.(Applause.) As a former Cub Scout from Midland, Texas, I'm especiallyglad to be here with the Texas Scouts.(Applause.) Sounds like youbrought a big delegation this year. (Applause.)Coming to this jamboree gives me great confidence in the future ofour nation. For nearly a hundred years, Boy Scouts have set a highstandard of service and duty to God and country. Millions of Americanshave pledged the Scout oath: On my honor, I'll do my best. And throughthe generations, Scouts have made America a stronger and better nation.(Applause.)Scouts have excelled in fields from science to business toeducation to the arts.Scouts have earned Olympic Gold Medals, NobelPrizes and Academy Awards. Thousands of Scouts have shown the highestform of patriotism, by going on to wear the uniform of the United Statesmilitary. (Applause.)The first Scout Jamboree was held in Washington, D.C. The Scoutshave felt at home in the Nation's Capital ever since. More than half ofthe current members of the United States Congress participated in theScouts. One of the capital's most famous Scouts is President GeraldFord. (Applause.) He first saw Washington just a few years after heearned his Eagle badge, and eventually became the first Eagle Scout tocall the White House his home.(Applause.)As President, I have the privilege to work with Scouts every day.When I come to the Oval Office in the morning, the first person I see isa Scout -- my Chief of Staff, Andy Card, from the state ofMassachusetts.(Applause.) Down the hall is Vice President DickCheney, a Boy Scout from Casper, Wyoming. (Applause.)And across theriver at the Pentagon sits an Eagle Scout from Illinois who Americanscount on to "be prepared" -- Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld.(Applause.)These Scouts have a lot of things in common, and one of the mostimportant is that they all benefited from the influence of a caringadult early in their lives. Across America, Scoutmasters and volunteersdevote long hours to building the knowledge and integrity of our Scouts.It's not always an easy job. When I was a Cub Scout, my mother was ourden mother. It's about the time her hair turned white. (Laughter.) Iwant to thank the Scoutmasters of America and the volunteer Scouters fortaking the time to care. I want to thank you for your leadership, andthank you for setting such a good example for a new generation ofScouts. (Applause.)When you join a Scout troop and put on the Boy Scout uniform youmake a statement. Your uniform is a sign that you're a certain kind ofcitizen -- trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind,obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent. (Applause.)These are the values of scouting, and they're important values forAmerica. By working to live up to them, you're bringing great credit toyourselves and to our nation.Coming to this jamboree is a great way to practice the values ofScout law. And when you get back home there are a few lessons you mightkeep in mind. The first one is one you've probably heard before, andit's one of the most valuable lessons I've learned -- listen to yourmother. (Applause.) I didn't have much choice -- Mom always has a wayof speaking her mind. When I paid attention, I benefited. And that'show it still works. Listen, you may not always agree with your mother,but think of it this way: The first voice you heard is always worthlistening to.Second, always remember where you come from and what you believe.At times, you may come across people who say that moral truth isrelative, or call a religious faith a comforting allusion. They mayquestion the values you learn in scouting. But remember, lives ofpurpose are constructed on the conviction there is right and there iswrong, and we can know the difference.(Applause.)In the years ahead you will find that indifferent or cynical peopleaccomplish little that makes them proud. You'll find that confrontinginjustice and evil requires a vision of goodness and truth. You'll findthat many in your community, especially those younger than you, look toyou as an example of conduct and leadership. For your sake, and for thesake of our country, I hope you'll always strive to be men of convictionand character.(Applause.)Finally, your life will grow in meaning when you serve a causegreater than yourself.There's a wise saying:We make a living by whatwe get; we make a life by what we give. (Applause.) That truth isexpressed well in the Scout slogan: Do a good turn daily. (Applause.)When you help someone in need, you're making America more hopeful, oneheart and one soul at a time. And you're answering the call to love aneighbor just like you'd like to be loved yourself. (Applause.)Every day, every day Scouts are showing that the greatest strengthof America lies in the hearts and souls of our citizens. Through yourGood Turn for America initiative, Scouts have given more than 1.4million hours of volunteer service this year alone. (Applause.) InNebraska, Scouts have made more than 11,000 pocket-size flags to send totroops serving overseas. (Applause.) In California, Boy Scouts donatedmoney they raised for summer camps to help victims of the tsunami inAsia. (Applause.) In Louisiana, Scouts collected five tons of food todonate to a food bank.(Applause.) In Florida, Boy Scouts and CubScouts worked together to clean up the roads before the Super Bowl.(Applause.) And right here at the National Jamboree, Scouts are workingwith Habitat for Humanity to build a home for a Virginia family in need.(Applause.) On behalf of a grateful nation, I thank the Boy Scouts forserving on the front line of America's armies of compassion.(Applause.)Another organization devoted to service is USA Freedom Corps. Icreated the USA Freedom Corps in 2002 to match willing volunteers withopportunities in their communities. If you're interested in servingAmerica, if you're listening to my speech today to the Boy Scouts, callup USAFreedomCorps.gov to find out ways that you can join otherkind-hearted Americans across our nation to mentor children, to assistthe elderly, to clean up the neighborhoods and perform countless acts ofgenerosity. (Applause.) This year, Laura is going to work withorganizations like the Boy Scouts to lead an initiative called HelpingAmerica's Youth.The Boy Scouts are recognizing our call to service with a specialhonor.I was pleased to accept the Good Turn for America award onbehalf of the millions of volunteers all across our country who arehelping this country be a hopeful place. (Applause.) By making acommitment to service, to integrity, and to good citizenship, all of youare showing your gratitude for the blessings of freedom.You also understand that freedom must be defended, and I appreciatethe Scouts' long tradition of supporting the men and women of the UnitedStates military. (Applause.) Your generation is growing up in anhistoric time, a time when freedom is on the march, and America is proudto lead the armies of liberation. (Applause.)I believe we're layingthe foundations of peace for decades to come.And that's not the only reason I'm optimistic about the decadesahead, because I'm standing in front of America's future leaders. Whenyou follow your conscience, and the ideals you have sworn as a Scout,there is no limit to what you can achieve for our country. (Applause.)Continue to make right choices in life; continue to set high standards;continue to be a leader.Thanks for hosting me tonight.May God bless you all, and may Godcontinue to bless the United States of America. (Applause.)END 7:37 P.M. 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