Scouting is a world-wide youth organization. Its aim is to develop young people physically, spiritually and mentally so that youth may take a constructive place in society. This is achieved through non-formal education with emphasis on practical activities in the outdoors. The movement was founded in 1907 by Robert Baden-Powell, a retired Lt-Gen in the British Army. He was also at that time a senior member of the Boys' Brigade. Currently Scouting and Guiding has over 38 million members in 217 countries and territories. A Youth organization is a formal organization aimed at children and adolescents for education and socialization. ... 1907 was a common year starting on Tuesday (see link for calendar). ... Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell Lieutenant-General Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell, OM, GCMG, GCVO, KCB (22 February 1857 – 8 January 1941) was a soldier, writer and founder of the world Scouting movement. ... The Boys Brigade is an international non-denominational Christian youth organization. ...

Origins

Lt-Gen. Sir Robert Baden-Powell founded the Scouting movement in 1907 in the United Kingdom. He also introduced the parallel movement for girls, the Girl Guides in 1910 with the aid of his sister Agnes Baden-Powell. The Guides are known as Girl Scouts in the United States. Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell Lieutenant-General Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell, OM, GCMG, GCVO, KCB (22 February 1857 – 8 January 1941) was a soldier, writer and founder of the world Scouting movement. ... 1907 was a common year starting on Tuesday (see link for calendar). ... The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts is the international governing body of the girl guiding/scouting movement, which comprises the largest international youth organisation for girls and young women. ... Agnes Baden-Powell(1858-June 1945) became the first president of the Girl Guides when it was formed in 1910. ... The Girl Scouts of the United States of America is a youth organization for girls in the United States based on the Scouting principles developed by Robert Baden-Powell. ...

The stone on Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, England, commemorating the first Scout camp.

The seeds of the idea of Scouting began during the Siege of Mafeking, South Africa, during the Boer War of 1899–1902, where Baden-Powell served as the commanding officer. Baden-Powell defended the town against the Boers (later known as Afrikaners), who outnumbered his troops eight to one. He formed the Mafeking Cadet Corps to help support the troops. The Corps consisted entirely of boy volunteers. Baden-Powell trained the boys and they acquitted themselves well, helping in the successful defence of the town (1899–1900) over several months. Each Cadet Corps member received a badge, a combination of a compass point and a spearhead. This logo was similar to the fleur-de-lis, which Scouting later adopted as its international symbol. Download high resolution version (750x924, 94 KB)The stone on Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, England, commemorating the first scout camp. ... Download high resolution version (750x924, 94 KB)The stone on Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour, England, commemorating the first scout camp. ... The Siege of Mafeking was the most famous British action in the second Anglo-Boer War. ... Boer guerrillas during the Second Boer War There were two Boer wars, one from December 16, 1880-March 23, 1881 and the second from October 11, 1899-May 31, 1902 both between the British and the settlers of Dutch, French and German origin (called Boers, Afrikaners or Voortrekkers) in South... 1899 was a common year starting on Sunday (see link for calendar). ... 1902 was a common year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ... Boer is the Afrikaans (and Dutch) word for farmer. ... Afrikaners are white South Africans of predominantly Calvinist Dutch, German, French Huguenot, Friesian and Walloon descent who speak Afrikaans. ... 1899 was a common year starting on Sunday (see link for calendar). ... 1900 is a common year starting on Monday. ... Fleurs-de-lys on the flag of Quebec The fleur-de-lis (also spelled fleur-de-lys; plural fleurs-de-lis or -lys) is used in heraldry, where it is particularly associated with the France monarchy (see King of France). ...

As a result of his status as a national hero, acquired as a result of his determined and successful defence of the town of Mafeking, Baden-Powell's military training manual, Aids to Scouting (written in 1899) became something of a best-seller and was used by teachers and youth organisations. 1899 was a common year starting on Sunday (see link for calendar). ...

In 1906, Ernest Thompson Seton sent Baden-Powell a copy of his book entitled The Birchbark Roll of the Woodcraft Indians. Seton, a British-born Canadian living in the United States, subsequently met Baden-Powell and they shared ideas about youth training programs. 1906 was a common year starting on Monday (see link for calendar). ... Ernest Thompson Seton (August 14, 1860 - October 23, 1946) was a noted author and founding pioneer of the Boy Scouts of America. ...

Baden-Powell was encouraged to re-write Aids to Scouting to suit a youth readership. By 1907 he had finished a draft called Boy Patrols. The same year, to test out some of his ideas, he gathererd together 21 boys of mixed social background and held a week-long camp, beginning August 1, on Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour, Dorset, England. His organizational method, now known as the Patrol Method, a key part of Scouting training, allowed the boys to organize themselves into small groups with an elected patrol leader. 1907 was a common year starting on Tuesday (see link for calendar). ... August 1st is the 213th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar (214th in leap years), with 152 days remaining. ... Brownsea Island boat jetty seen from the Poole to Brownsea ferry. ... Poole Harbour is in Dorset, south England. ... Dorset (pronounced Dorsit, sometimes in the past called Dorsetshire) is a county in the southwest of England, on the English Channel coast. ...

In the autumn of 1907, having his draft publication and a successful camp behind him, Baden-Powell went on an extensive speaking tour arranged by his publisher, Pearsons, to promote his forthcoming book. Beginning in January 1908 it initially appeared as six instalments in a boy's fortnightly magazine. The parts were subsequently published in book form as Scouting for Boys, now commonly considered the first version of the Boy Scout Handbook. 1908 is a leap year starting on Wednesday (link will take you to calendar). ... Scouting for Boys: A Handbook for Instruction in Good Citizenship Through Woodcraft is the first book on Scouting. ...

At the time Baden-Powell intended that the book would provide ideas for established organisations, in particular the Boys' Brigade in which he held the postion of Vice-President for some time. However, boys spontaneously formed Scout patrols and flooded Baden-Powell with requests for assistance. He encouraged them, and the Scouting movement developed by the weight of its own momentum. As the movement grew Sea Scout, Air Scout and other specialised units were added to the program options. The Boys Brigade is an international non-denominational Christian youth organization. ... Sea scouts are members of the international scouting movement, with a particular emphasis on sea-based activities. ... Air scouts are members of the international Scouting movement, with a particular emphasis on flying-based activities. ...

Baden-Powell could not single-handedly advise all the youth who requested his assistance. To provide for adult leadership, proper training was required. The Wood Badge course was developed to recognize adult leadership training. In 1919 Gilwell Park near London was purchased as an adult training site and scouting campground. Baden-Powell also wrote a book for the assistance of leaders entitled Aids to Scoutmastership, and others for the use of new sections that were formed later, such as The Rover Scout Handbook for Rover Scouts in 1919. The Wood Badge is the recognition received by adults in Scouting who have completed the Scoutmaster training program provided by their respective National Scout Association. ... 1919 was a common year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ... Gilwell Park was bought for The Scout Association in 1919, by Mr. ... A campsite (or campground) is a place used for camping. ...

Early history

The members of a small number of Scout groups have the right to wear a green scarf/neckerchief in recognition of their membership of those groups founded in 1908.

Scouting began to spread throughout Great Britain and Ireland soon after the publication of Scouting For Boys. The Boy Scout movement swiftly established itself throughout the British Empire. The first recognized overseas unit was chartered in Malta. Canada became the first overseas Dominion with a sanctioned Boy Scout program, followed by Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Chile was the first country outside of the British Dominions to have a recognized scouting program. The first Scout rally was held at the Crystal Palace, London, in 1910. It attracted 10,000 boys, as well as a number of girls, who turned out for this exhibition of scouting. By 1910 Singapore, Sweden, Denmark, France, Russia, Finland, Germany, Norway, Mexico, Argentina, Greece and the United States had Boy Scouts. The facade of the original Crystal Palace side view of the Crystal Palace A huge iron and glass building, The Crystal Palace was one of the wonders of 19th Century Britain, if not the world. ... 1910 in topic: Arts Architecture- Art- Film- Literature- Music- Television Science and technology Aviation- Rail transport- Science Other topics Australia- Canada- Ireland- South Africa- Sport Births- Deaths Lists of leaders: State leaders - Religious leaders 1910 was a common year starting on Saturday (see link for calendar). ...

Conceptual Influences

Many elements of traditional Scouting have their origins in Baden-Powell's own personal education and military training. But it has to be remembered that the ideas that he promoted were revolutionary in education in his time. He was unique, a retired army general at 55 years of age, able to inspire and enthuse thousands of young people, from all parts of society, to get involved in activities most of them had never contemplated. The only comparable organisation (in the English-speaking world), the Boy's Brigade, has never been able to match the development of the Scouting movement.

Some aspects of the Movement have been criticised as being too militaristic. Such things as marching, military-style uniforms, badges of rank, flag ceremonies, and brass bands were commonly accepted in the early years because they were also a part of normal society, but many of those attributes have been watered-down or abandoned in later times. Many other popular youth movements have also adopted similar attributes successfully.

Local influences have also been a strong part of the Movement. By adopting and modifying local ideologies the Scouting Movement has been able to find acceptance in a wide variety of societies. In America, for example, Scouting uses images drawn from the U.S. frontier experience. This includes not only its selection of animal badges for Cub Scouts, but the underlying assumption that American Indians are more closely connected with nature and therefore have special wilderness survival skills which can be used as part of the training program. British Scouting, by contrast, makes use of imagery drawn from the Indian subcontinent, because that region was a significant focus in the early years of the Scouting Movement. Baden-Powell's personal experiences in India led him to adopt Rudyard Kipling's Jungle Book as a major influence for the Cub Scouts — for example, the name used for the Cub Scout leader is Akela (whose name was also appropriated for the Webelos) is that of the leader of the wolf pack from this book. A Sioux in traditional dress including war bonnet, about 1908 Native Americans â€“ also Indians, American Indians, First Nations, First Peoples, Indigenous Peoples of America, Aboriginal Peoples, Aboriginal Americans, Amerindians, Amerind, Native Canadians (or of other nations) â€“ are those peoples indigenous to the Americas, living there prior to European colonization and... Rudyard Kipling, British author Joseph Rudyard Kipling (December 30, 1865 – January 18, 1936) was a British author and poet, born in India. ... The Jungle Book (1967 movie) French edition, 1957. ... Akela (occasionally called The Lone Wolf) is a fictional character featured in Rudyard Kiplings Mowgli stories collected in The Jungle Book and The Second Jungle Book. ... Webelos is one of the ranks of Cub Scouts. ...

The name "Scouting" seems to have been inspired by the important and romantic role played by military scouts in many of the wars of the time.

World Membership Badge

The Scout World Membership Badge

The world membership badge is part of the official uniform of scouts in all parts of the world. It is a purple, circular shaped badge with a fleur-de-lis in the centre, surrounded by a piece of rope tied with a reef knot. The fleur-de-lis is an ancient symbol, adopted and modified for the Scout Movement. The arrowhead represents the North point on a compass, and is intended to point Scouts on the path to service and unity. The three points on the fleur-de-lis represent the three duties, to God, self and others. The two five-point stars stand for truth and knowledge, with the ten points representing the ten points of the Scout Law (see below). The bond at the base of the fleur-de-lis shows the family of Scouting. The encircling rope symbolises the unity and family of the World Scout Movement. Wikipedia does not have an article with this exact name. ... Wikipedia does not have an article with this exact name. ... Fleurs-de-lys on the flag of Quebec The fleur-de-lis (also spelled fleur-de-lys; plural fleurs-de-lis or -lys) is used in heraldry, where it is particularly associated with the France monarchy (see King of France). ... Reef knot Canonical Name: reef knot. ... Scouting is a world-wide youth organization. ...

Scouting around the world

Main article: Scouting around the world Since its conception in 1907, the scout movement has spread from its native UK to 216 countries and territories around the world. ...

Following its foundation in the UK, the Scouting movement started to spread around the globe. Today the World Organization of the Scout Movement is the governing body for the mainstream of the Scouting Movement. In addition to being the governing policy body it organizes the International Scout Jamboree every four years. The World Organization of the Scout Movement is the supranational organization which governs most national Scouting movements. ... The World Scout Jamboree (Jamboree Mondial in French) is a gathering of Scouts (ages 14-17) from all over the world. ...

Today, there are over 28 million registered Scouters around the world, participating from 216 different countries and territories.

Top 15 countries with Scouting, sorted by membership. Full table on Scouting around the world. Since its conception in 1907, the scout movement has spread from its native UK to 216 countries and territories around the world. ...

Scout Promise (or Oath), Law, Motto, and Slogan

Scout Promise (UK version)

 On my honour, I promise that I will do my best, To do my duty to God and to the Queen, To help other people, And to keep the Scout Law. 

Scout Promise/Oath (US version)

 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 Outlander Promise

 On my honour, I promise that I will do my best, To render service to my country; To help other people, And to keep the Scout Law. 

Baden-Powell wrote this alternative oath called the “Outlander Promise” for Scouts who could not, for reasons of conscience, recognize a duty to a King, for individuals or members of religions that do not worship a deity, and for members of orthodox religions that do not use the name of God in secular settings.

Scout Law

The original Scout Law, together with BP's commentary extracted from Young Knights of the Empire

1. A SCOUT'S HONOUR IS TO BE TRUSTED. If a Scout says "On my honour it is so," that means it is so, just as if he had taken a most solemn oath. Similarly if a Scout officer says to a Scout, "I trust you on your honour to do this," the Scout is bound to carry out the order to the very best of his ability, and to let nothing interfere with his doing so. If a Scout were to break his honour by telling a lie, or by not carrying out an order exactly when trusted on his honour to do so, he may be directed to hand over his Scout badge and never wear it again. He may also be directed to cease to be a Scout.
2. A SCOUT IS LOYAL to the King, and to his officers, and to his parents, his Country, his employers, and to those under his orders. He must stick to them through thick and thin against anyone who is their enemy or who even talks badly of them.
3. A SCOUT'S DUTY IS TO BE USEFUL AND TO HELP OTHERS. And he is to do his duty before anything else, even though he gives up his own pleasure or comfort or safety to do it. When in difficulty to know which of two things to do, he must ask himself, "Which is my duty?" that is, "Which is best for other people?"--and do that one. He must Be Prepared at any time to save life or to help injured persons. And must try his best to do a good turn to somebody every day.
4. A SCOUT IS A FRIEND TO ALL and a Brother to every other Scout, no matter to what social class the other belongs. If a Scout meets another Scout, even though a stranger to him, he must speak to him and help him in any way that he can, either to carry out the duty he is then doing, or by giving him food, or, so far as possible, anything that he may be in want of. A Scout must never be a snob. A snob is one who looks down upon another because he's poorer, or who is poor and resents another because he is rich. A Scout accepts the other man as he finds him and makes the best of him -- "Kim," the boy scout, was called by the Indians "Little friend of all the world," and that is the name which every Scout should earn for himself.
5. A SCOUT IS COURTEOUS. A Scout should be polite to all--but especially to women and children, old people and invalids, cripples, etc. And he must not take any reward for being helpful or courteous.
6. A SCOUT IS A FRIEND TO ANIMALS. He should save them, so far as possible, from pain, and should not kill any animal unnecessarily, even if it is only a fly, for it is one of God's creatures. Killing an animal for food, or an animal which is harmful, is allowable.
7. A SCOUT OBEYS ORDERS of his parents, Patrol-leader, or Scoutmaster without question. Even if he gets an order which he does not like, a Scout must do AS soldiers AND SAILORS DO, or AS he would do if he got it FROM his CAPTAIN in a football match--he must carry it out all the same, because it is his duty; after he has done it he can come and state any reasons against it: but he must carry out the order at once. That is discipline.
8. A SCOUT SMILES AND WHISTLES UNDER ALL DIFFICULTIES. When he gets an order, he should obey it cheerily and readily, not in a slow, hang-dog sort of way.
9. A SCOUT IS THRIFTY. It is expected that a Scout will save every penny he can, and put it in the bank, so that he may have money to keep himself when out of work, and thus not make himself a burden to others; or that he may have money to give away to others when they need it.
10. A SCOUT IS CLEAN IN THOUGHT, WORD AND DEED. Decent Scouts look down upon silly youths who talk dirt, and they do not let themselves give way to temptation, either to talk it or to do anything dirty. A Scout is pure, and clean-minded, and manly.

The Current UK Scout Law:

 A Scout is to be trusted. A Scout is loyal. A Scout is friendly and considerate. A Scout belongs to the worldwide family of Scouts. A Scout has courage in all difficulties. A Scout makes good use of time and is careful of possessions and property. A Scout has self-respect and respect for others. 

The Current UK Cub Scout Law is:

 Cub Scouts always do their best Think of others before themselves And do a good turn every day. 

US Scout Law

1. A Scout is Trustworthy.
   • A Scout tells the truth. He is honest, and he keeps his promises. People can depend on him.
2. A Scout is Loyal.
   • A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and nation.
3. A Scout is Helpful.
   • A Scout cares about other people. He willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward.
4. A Scout is Friendly.
   • A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He offers his friendship to people of all races and nations, and respects them even if their beliefs and customs are different from his own.
5. A Scout is Courteous.
   • A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that using good manners makes it easier for people to get along.
6. A Scout is Kind.
   • A Scout knows there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. Without good reason, he does not harm or kill any living thing.
7. A Scout is Obedient.
   • A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobeying them.
8. A Scout is Cheerful.
   • A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
9. A Scout is Thrifty.
   • A Scout works to pay his own way and to help others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
10. A Scout is Brave.
    • A Scout can face danger although he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him.
11. A Scout is Clean.
    • A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He chooses the company of those who live by high standards. He helps keep his home and community clean.
12. A Scout is Reverent.
    • A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.

Scout Motto

Be Prepared.

Scout Slogan

Do a good turn daily.

Breakaway organisations

Many groups have formed since the original formation of the Scouting "Boy Patrols." Most are a result of groups or individuals who refuse to follow the original ideals of Scouting but still desire to participate in Scout-like activities.

The first schism within Scouting occurred during November 1909, when the British Boy Scouts (later the Brotherhood of British Scouts, and known internationally as the Order of World Scouts) was formed, initially comprising an estimated 25 per cent of all Scouts in the United Kingdom, but rapidly declining from 1911 onward. The organisation was formed due to perceptions of bureaucracy and militaristic tendencies in the mainstream movement. With several smaller organisations, such as the Boy's Life Brigade Scouts they formed the National Peace Scouts federation. The British Girl Scouts were the female counterpart of the British Boy Scouts. 1909 was a common year starting on Friday (see link for calendar). ... Militarism (military+-ism) is an ideology which claims that the military is the foundation of a societys security, and thereby claims to be its most important aspect. ...

In 1916 a group of scoutmasters in Cambridge, led by Ernest Westlake and his son Aubrey, who believed that the movement had moved away from its early ideals and had lost its woodcraft character, founded the Order of Woodcraft Chivalry. The order survives to this day in England.

In the years following the First World War, the Commissioner for Camping and Woodcraft John Hargrave, broke with what he considered to be the Scouts' militaristic approach and founded a breakaway organisation, the Kibbo Kift, taking a number of similar minded scoutmasters and troops with him. This organisation was the direct antecedent of the Woodcraft Folk. Ypres, 1917, in the vicinity of the Battle of Passchendaele. ... Militarism (military+-ism) is an ideology which claims that the military is the foundation of a societys security, and thereby claims to be its most important aspect. ... The Kindred of the Kibbo Kift was founded in 1920 by the charismatic John Hargrave (White Fox), artist, author and Boy Scout Commissioner for Woodcraft and Camping, who had become disenchanted with the increasingly militaristic tendency in the Scout movement after WWI. He was promptly expelled from the Scouts by... The Woodcraft Folk is a UK-based educational movement for children and young people, considered the youth arm of the co-operative movement. ...

Baden-Powell Scouts were formed in 1970, initially in the United Kingdom but now also elsewhere, when it was felt that the "modernisation" of Scouting was abandoning the traditions and intentions established by Baden-Powell. The Baden-Powell Scouts are a youth organisation found in various countries. ... 1970 was a common year starting on Thursday. ...

There are also some similar organisations linked to movements such as organised churches, such as Adventism's Pathfinders and the pentecostal Royal Rangers. In the early 2000s, The Navigators were formed in the US as an inclusive alternative to Scouting. Unlike the Boy Scouts of America, the Navigators allow those of all sexes and sexual orientations. The term Adventist can refer to One who believes in the Second Advent (usually known as the Second coming) of Jesus. ... Pathfinders is a community service oriented youth organization of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, open to all children from fifth to eighth grade and up. ... The Pentecostal movement within Protestant Christianity places special emphasis on the gifts of the Holy Spirit. ... The tone of this article is inappropriate for an encyclopedia article. ...

Of historical importance, but now defunct, are the Young Pioneers and Hitler Youth — both created by regimes which saw the global Scouting movement as unacceptably British-dominated. Czechoslovak pioneers A pioneer movement is an organization for children operated by a communist party. ... Flag of the Hitler Youth The Hitler Youth (German: Hitler-Jugend, abbreviated HJ) was a paramilitary organization of the Nazi Party that existed from 1922 to 1945. ...

Controversies

Different Scouting organizations in different countries have different ideas of what constitutes the values of Scouting. In addition, most national associations admit both boys and girls. The Boy Scouts of America is at the center of some controversy because it has a prohibition of atheist and homosexual leaders. Other Scouting organizations (e.g. Scouts Canada and European associations) place more emphasis on inclusiveness than social mores. The European region of the World Organization of the Scout Movement formally condemned the policy of the Boy Scouts of America to exclude gays despite the US Scout Law including the aspiration of reverence. The controversy surrounding the Boy Scouts of America is mostly not relevant to Scouting organizations in other countries nor to the Girl Scouts of the USA. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is an organization for boys between the ages of 7 and 18, and for both young men and women between the ages of 14 and 21, based in the United States of America, with some presence in other countries. ... Scouts Canada is a World Organization of the Scout Movement member. ... The World Organization of the Scout Movement is the supranational organization which governs most national Scouting movements. ... The Girl Scouts of the United States of America is a youth organization for girls in the United States based on the Scouting principles developed by Robert Baden-Powell. ...

Coeducation

At the international level, there are separate organisations for boys (WOSM) and girls (WAGGS). Scouting for girls was started by Baden Powell's wife after the success of the Boy Scouts. Some countries have separate scouting organisations for boys and girls, while in other countries, there is a common organisation for boys and girls, which is a member of both WOSM and WAGGS. In those countries, there are often mixed groups of boys and girls. The World Organization of the Scout Movement is the supranational organization which governs most national Scouting movements. ... The standard of WAGGGS The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts is a global association supporting the female-oriented and female-only scouting organizations in 144 countries. ...

See also

• Air scout
• Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell
• Category:Scouting
• Eagle Scout
• Girl Guides
• Gang Show
• List of prizes, medals, and awards
• Pioneer movement
• Pioneering
• Scout quartermaster
• Queens Scout
• Scouting sections
• Scouting staff
• Sea scout
• The Woodcraft Folk
• Youth organizations
• Civic virtue

Air scouts are members of the international Scouting movement, with a particular emphasis on flying-based activities. ... Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell Lieutenant-General Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell, OM, GCMG, GCVO, KCB (22 February 1857 – 8 January 1941) was a soldier, writer and founder of the world Scouting movement. ... Eagle Scout is the highest rank attainable by a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). ... The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts is the international governing body of the girl guiding/scouting movement, which comprises the largest international youth organisation for girls and young women. ... A Gang Show is an amateur variety show generally of a high standard and where the cast is made up of Scouts and Guides. ... A list of famous prizes, medals, and awards including cups, trophies, bowls, badges, state decorations etc. ... Czechoslovakian pioneers A pioneer movement is an organization for children operated by a communist party. ... Pioneering is the craft of creating structures using rough wooden spars and rope. ... A scout quartermaster is responsible for all the troop kit, both in the stores and on camp. ... Queens/Kings Scout Award The Queens or Kings Scout Award is the second highest youth award achievable in the scouting movement in several countries (the highest honour being the Baden-Powell Award). ... In the United Kingdom there are five training sections in the Scout Association. ... There are a variety of positions within UK Scouting. ... Sea scouts are members of the international scouting movement, with a particular emphasis on sea-based activities. ... The Woodcraft Folk is a UK-based educational movement for children and young people, considered the youth arm of the co-operative movement. ... A Youth organization is a formal organization aimed at children and adolescents for education and socialization. ... This article is being considered for deletion in accordance with Wikipedias deletion policy. ...

External links

• B-P's quotes at Wikiquote
• The World Scout Emblem
• Scouting Frequently Asked Questions
• Scoutpedia, The Scouting Encyclopedia
• Two world-wide organizations coordinate the scouts and the guides of the world:
  • The WOSM for boys and mixed groups.
  • The WAGGGS for the girls-only groups.
• Singapore Scout Association
• World of Scouting, describes history of Scouting organizations.
• Aids to Scoutmastership
• Milestones in World Scouting
• Parallel Scouting Organization
• UK Scout Association
• ScoutNet Malaysia
• Jamboree 1947 World Scout Jamboree of 1947 in Moisson, France.
• EuroJam 2005
• Scouting in Australia