Where do the patches go on the Boy Scout uniform?

Scouts who take an official BSA Training Course receive the Trained Patch. This patch is placed centered below the Left Sleeve Pocket.

How is the patch placed on the uniform?

Unit Patches: The leadership Patch and school Patch are sewed on the sleeve ½ inch below the shoulder seam and centered. When worn below the Ranger Challenge or Color Guard Tabs, they will be placed ¼ inch below the tab and centered.

Are merit badges allowed on the uniform?

Merit badges may be worn on the front and back of the sash. Temporary patches may only be worn on the back of the sash. Right sleeve, position 4, above cuff Merit badge sash, worn with Scouts BSA or Venturing uniform over right shoulder. May be worn under or over epaulet.

Are BSA patches iron on?

You can use an iron to attach a Boy Scout patch if you do not want to sew. Some Scout masters require Scouts to sew their patches on, but even if the patches end up having to be sewn around the edges, ironing them on will secure them in position before sewing.

What is BSA Class A uniform?

Class A uniform This is the uniform one would wear to a Court of Honor or Blue and Gold Banquet or Bridge of Honor; to a special event, or when posing for an official photograph. It shows you in your best Scouting attire, and displays your most recent honors, accomphishments and honors.

How do you wear BSA sash?

Where to wear the sash (and where not to) There’s only one right place for a merit badge sash: over the right shoulder. It can be worn over or under the epaulet (shoulder loop). And keep in mind “a merit badge sash is never worn on the belt,” according to the Guide.

Where does the webelo patch go?

When the Scouts earn their Webelos rank, they will wear the badge sewn onto the left pocket. The Arrow of Light rank patch goes directly below the left pocket. It is the only Cub Scout badge that may be worn on the Boy Scout uniform.

Is the BSA uniform required?

The Scouting program in America has always included uniforms for its members and volunteers to identify members and show they are part of the Boy Scouts of America. Scouts and leaders should wear their uniforms to all patrol meetings, troop meetings, and scout outings.

Can Venturers earn merit badges?

It is important for Venturing and Sea Scout leaders to understand that Boy Scout advancement procedures must be followed. So eligible Venturers or Sea Scouts who are working on Boy Scout advancement (but not Venturers or Sea Scouts who are not doing so) may earn and be awarded merit badges.

Is fabric glue good for patches?

Instead of sewing or ironing patches onto sashes or vests, glue them on! You can get fabric glue at any craft or fabric store. Just spread the glue on the patch, press the patch onto the vest, let it dry, and voila! So easy, and they stay on so much better than when you iron them on.

Where do patches go on BSA uniform?

Patrol Patches go under the USA Flag on the Right sleeve of the uniform. Leave about 1/2″ of space between the flag and the patch. Image from the BSA uniform inspection sheet.

What is Scouts BSA?

Boy Scouts of America uses four primary programs to achieve its aims in Scouting: Cub Scouting is available to youth from kindergarten through fifth grade. Scouts BSA (formerly Boy Scouts) is the flagship program of the BSA for youth ages 11 to 18; 10-year-olds can join if they have completed fifth grade or if they Venturing is the program for ages 14 to 21.

What is Scouts BSA Troop Committee?

A Scouts BSA Troop committee is essentially the board of directors for a Scouts BSA Troop . This committee is a group of at least three people who assist with supervision and management of a the unit.

Where to place insignia on an uniform?

On dress uniforms, generals wear their stars on the epaulets and an insignia of an eagle on top of a globe , with an anchor running through it, on their jacket collars. To position the eagle/globe logo, position the insignia so that the eagle is vertically upright , and the head of the anchor is facing inwards towards the neck.