Boy Scouts: boys 11-18

Increasing responsibility, leadership experiences, camping, outdoor activities, service projects, and a challenging, individualized advancement program mentored by adult volunteers are key elements of the Boy Scout Program. Weekly meetings are led and run by the Scouts, with adult guidance. Members are introduced to over 100 hobby and career choices through merit badges and goal setting/achievement through an awards program that culminates in the rank of Eagle Scout. 

Eligibility - Boys may join when they have completed the fifth grade and are at least 10 years old or have earned the Arrow of Light Award and are at least 10 and are under the age of 18.

Programs

As boys complete the fifth grade, earn the Arrow of Light, or turn 11 years of age, they are ready to continue their journey of character development and self discovery. Boy Scouts embrace new challenges as they assume leadership roles. They accept new responsibilities, develop new skills, and improve their self-esteem. The program achieves the BSA’s objectives of developing character, citizenship, and personal fitness.

Scouting provides many opportunities to learn skills and take part in terrific adventures. The Boy Scouts of America recognize achievements by awarding badges of rank. The requirements to earn each rank are challenging than the one before it. Each rank prepares the Scout to be a better camper, hiker, Scout, and citizen. The ranks of Scouting are:

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Ranks
Tenderfoot
Second Class
FIrst Class
Star
Life
Eagle Scout

Other Resources
Purpose of Boy Scouting
Activities
Advancement
Camping
Cost
Meeting Format
Trainings
Uniforms
Frequently Asked Questions