Scouting America provides a series of surmountable obstacles and steps in overcoming them through the advancement method. Scouts plan their own advancement and progress at their own pace as they meet each challenge. Scouts are recognized and rewarded for each achievement, which helps them gain self-confidence. The steps in the advancement system help a Scout grow in self-reliance and in the ability to help others.
Advancement is the process by which youth members of Scouting America progress from rank to rank and is the method by which we promote and encourage the ongoing involvement and commitment that keeps members coming back for more. It works best when it is built into a unitās program so that simply participating leads to meaningful achievement and recognitionāand to a continually improving readiness for more complex experiences.
W. D. Boyce Council Contacts
Scouting America Advancement Tools
GuideĀ to Advancement
The current edition of the Guide to Advancement is the official source for administering advancement in all Boy Scouts of America programs: Cub Scouting, Scouts BSA, Venturing, and Sea Scouts. It replaces any previous advancement manuals and previous editions of the Guide to Advancement.
Visit the Scouting America web siteĀ to learn more about Advancement in Scouting and view the latest official Scouts BSA requirements for merit badges, rank advancement, Eagle Palms and other opportunities. Also see:
- Scouts BSA Advancement ResourcesĀ provide additional information about advancement. Links are provided to materials that are available online.Ā
- Awards Central is where the most up-to-date information about Scouting America awards may be found, including award applications and nomination forms.
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Additional Advancement &
Award Resources
There’s An App For That…
Are you a Scout or a Parent of a scout? Try out the Scouting Mobile App for Individual Advancement tracking.
This free app is available for both iPhone and Android devices.
Search for “Scouting BSA” in theĀ Apple App StoreĀ orĀ Google PlayĀ and download today!
