Advancement & Awards FAQs Archives - Page 2 of 5

How to master merit badges

By Michael Freeman

Merit badges can be a source of confusion. Here are some rapid-fire answers about counselors, requirements and more concerning merit badges.

How to help with special needs advancement

By Michael Freeman

Every Scout deserves a chance to succeed.

No glamping allowed — Here’s what does and doesn’t count

By Michael Freeman

These days, Scouts spend the night in cabins, yurts and museums — or even on aircraft carriers. So what kind of camping counts for Boy Scout advancement?

Those little square knots are a big deal

By Michael Freeman

An overview of the small rectangular patches above a Scouter’s left pocket.

Think globally, act locally to earn the World Conservation Award

By Mark Ray

Requirements for the award have recently been updated to reflect changes in the advancement program.

When it’s OK to complete two advancement requirements with one activity

By

In some cases, it’s fine for Scouts to “double dip.” We break down when it’s OK to make the most out of one activity.

Meet a den leader’s new best friends: denners and den chiefs

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Denners and den chiefs can help serve as positive role models and encourage boys to move to the next level of Scouting.

All about the Triple Crown and Grand Slam awards

By Aaron Derr

Everything you need to know about how to earn both the Triple Crown and Grand Slam awards — recognition for visiting the BSA’s high-adventure bases.

When and how to file an incident report if things go wrong on a Scouting outing

By Scouting magazine

Filing an incident report is the right thing to do when things go wrong. Here’s how.

All about Scouts BSA required positions of responsibility

By Scouting magazine

The power of the patch: Everything you need to know about Boy Scouting’s positions of responsibility.