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👔 Uniform Guide

👔 Field vs. Activity Uniform

Field (Class A)

Official blue uniform shirt, tucked in. Worn to pack meetings, flag ceremonies, award banquets & parades.

Activity (Class B)

Pack-supplied T-shirt. Worn for campouts, hikes, service projects & other physical activities.

📐 Patch Placement Diagrams
Cub Scout Insignia Placement Guide Cub Scout Patch Placement Details

Images via cubscoutpack68.com

👕 What You Need
Uniform ShirtOfficial blue button-up (Lions wear Lion T-shirt)
NeckerchiefColor matches rank; slide can be bought or handmade
BeltNavy blue web belt (adventure loops attach here)
Pants / Shorts / SkirtOfficial navy blue — shorts, skorts, skirt, long, or roll-up
CapRank-specific cap (optional but recommended)
🏅 Uniform by Rank
Lion (K)
Lion (K)
Shirt: Lion T-shirt
Neckerchief: Yellow (optional)
Cap: Blue Lion cap
Lion (K) uniform Lion (K) uniform
Tiger (1st)
Tiger (1st)
Shirt: Blue button-up
Neckerchief: Orange w/ Tiger emblem
Socks: Orange band
Tiger (1st) uniform Tiger (1st) uniform
Wolf (2nd)
Wolf (2nd)
Shirt: Blue button-up
Neckerchief: Red w/ Wolf emblem
Socks: Yellow band
Wolf (2nd) uniform Wolf (2nd) uniform
Bear (3rd)
Bear (3rd)
Shirt: Blue button-up
Neckerchief: Light blue w/ Bear emblem
Socks: Yellow band
Bear (3rd) uniform Bear (3rd) uniform
Webelos (4th)
Webelos (4th)
Shirt: Blue button-up
Neckerchief: Plaid w/ Webelos emblem
Webelos (4th) uniform Webelos (4th) uniform
AOL (5th)
AOL (5th)
Option 1: Blue Cub Scout button-up
Option 2: Tan BSA shirt
Neckerchief: Arrow of Light
AOL (5th) uniform AOL (5th) uniform
📍 Patch Placement Details

Left Sleeve

PositionPatch
1 — Shoulder seamCouncil Shoulder Patch (Simon Kenton Council)
2 — Below councilPack Numerals — 1053
3 — Below pack #Den Numeral

Right Sleeve

PositionPatch
1 — Shoulder seamU.S. Flag (pre-sewn on new shirts)
2 — Below flagDen Numeral
3 — Below den #Journey to Excellence (JTE) patch (if earned)

Chest

PositionPatch
Above left pocketWorld Crest (purple ring) — ½" above seam
Left pocketRank Badges — 12 o'clock (1st), 9 (2nd), 3 (3rd), 6 (4th)
Right pocketTemporary Patch (one at a time; button loop)
👔 Field vs. Activity Uniform

Field (Class A)

Official tan/khaki uniform shirt, tucked in. Worn to troop meetings, flag ceremonies, Courts of Honor, board of reviews & parades.

Activity (Class B)

Troop-supplied T-shirt. Worn for campouts, hikes, service projects & other physical activities.

📐 Patch Placement Diagrams
Scouts BSA Uniform Front Scouts BSA Shoulder Insignia Scouts BSA Pocket Patches
👕 What You Need
Uniform ShirtOfficial tan/khaki Scouts BSA shirt
NeckerchiefTroop-specific; provided or advised by leadership
Merit SashWorn for Courts of Honor and formal events
Pants / Shorts / SkirtOlive or khaki official Scouts BSA pants, shorts, or skirt
BeltOlive web belt with Scouts BSA buckle
SocksOfficial olive Scouts BSA socks
💡 Tip: Merit badges are displayed on the merit badge sash, not sewn onto the shirt. The sash is worn over the right shoulder for Courts of Honor and formal ceremonies.
📍 Patch Placement Details

Left Sleeve

PositionPatch
1 — Shoulder seamCouncil Shoulder Patch (Simon Kenton Council)
2 — Below councilTroop Numerals — 1053 / 7053
3 — Below troop #Position of Responsibility (POR) patch

Right Sleeve

PositionPatch
1 — Shoulder seamU.S. Flag (pre-sewn on new shirts)
2 — Below flagPatrol Patch
3 — Below patrolJourney to Excellence / Quality Unit

Chest

PositionPatch
Above left pocketWorld Crest (purple ring) — ½" above seam
Left pocketCurrent Rank Badge
Right pocketTemporary Insignia / OA Lodge Flap

🏥 Medical Forms

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BSA Annual Health & Medical Record
Required for all Scouting participants — youth, parents, and leaders.
📄 Download Form (PDF)
Forms are valid for 12 months from the date of the physical.
📋 What's Required

📝 Part A — Informed Consent

Required for ALL events. Release agreement and authorization signed by the participant (or parent/guardian for youth under 18).

📝 Part B — Health History

Required for ALL events. General health information and medical history. Includes allergies, medications, and past conditions. Both sides must be completed.

🩺 Part C — Pre-Participation Physical

Required for events lasting 72+ hours. Physical exam completed and signed by a certified physician (MD, DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.

📊 Quick Reference
Activity TypeParts Required
Den / Troop meetingsA + B
Day hikes & outingsA + B
Overnight campouts (≤ 72 hrs)A + B
Summer camp / Resident campA + B + C
High-adventure tripsA + B + C
⚠️ Important: "All participants" includes parents, guardians, siblings, youth, staff, and leaders attending any Scouting activity. Even if you're just driving to a campout — you need Parts A & B on file.
❓ Common Questions
Who completes Parts A & B?
The parent or guardian fills these out for youth. Adults complete their own.
Who completes Part C?
A certified physician (MD, DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant must perform the physical and sign Part C.
Where do I submit the completed form?
Submit completed forms to your Den Leader (Cub Scouts) or Scoutmaster (Scouts BSA). They'll keep them on file for activities.
Can I use my regular annual physical?
Yes — as long as the physician completes and signs the BSA Part C form during or after the exam. Bring the form to your appointment.
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Uniform Guide

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