1947 The Boy Scouts Association Policy, Organisation and Rules by Ling Glory

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POLICY, ORGANISATION

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AND RULES. 1947 Edition. Effective from 1st July. !6

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EXPLAn-ATION

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AIitsRE\TIAI'IONS.

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GILWETL PARK

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Tlr" Troining ()etrt.e 4 7'lr" Boy Scorrts

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I)rsrnrcr Cortrrssr o\En. lJr:prra.r' (l-\Ml, (){rEF.

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Drs'rnrcr (luelt.A.s'rnlr.

f)rstnrct ltovr:n Scour

I)rsrnrc'r' Scourrrls'rpn. (;RouP ScourrlASrER. I rt t,eHl rr l'Ic.lugu.l rtt

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I.,oc.lr-,"\ssocr,rtroN. I)rrr-rcr-, oRGANrsa'r'roN -rxo -ltur-ns 1i.e. th. current etiitkrn o1 this putrlication).

liovun Scoilr

Details of courses are given in ihe pamphlet " The Training of Scouters," obtainable lree from Gilwell Park, and the dates oI Iraining Courses are published monthly in " Ihe Scouter." Forms of appiication and detailed instructions, together rvith particulars of camping facilities and hostel accornmodation, may be obtained {rom the Camp Chiel, Gilwell I'ark, Chingford, E.4 (Tel. : Silr'erthorn z98o).

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ROLAND

I-EAI)ER.

Scou-tlt.qstrR.

Scourlt.Ls'rrn 1oI Senior Scouts).

HOUSE.

oI lloland House include : A Settlement for -Scouters giving

l-he zLctivities (a)

DBFINITIONS.

service

in tire Districts

East London of which Roland Philipps rvas Comrrissioner.

-'l'l;.e corr. pk,tt, urrit oI the tlrrcc scctiols, \\-olf ('trir Pack, Boy Scout 'lroop, and llover Scout C.rorv, rvith the adrlition , if dcsired, oi a! Scnior Scout I'roop. '['he it'rm " L]roup " applies to tl)e unit evcn ift laching orre or more oI the sectionsScor.l'rex.-.\n1' person u'ho holds a tr.arrant. tlnoup Scou:rrL<.--\ terrtr inclutling ".ht: G.S.lI. atrtd artt' Scou tt'r oI rrrty section of the Ciroup.

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Associatiotr,

A Dormitory for Scouts. 1r) A llostel Ior ilIenbers of the llovenreirt in l-ondon for shurt (b)

I)eriods. 7'Jrc

llorts,: is subported bv Contribuliotts of Scouls of ail the oorld. Particulars rvil1 be su1>plied gladly orl application to-Ror.eNo HousE, 29 SrEpNtrr GnBrN, LoNoon, E.r. (Tel. : Stepney Green 1688).

I)lsriircr Scor,rcn.--A temr inclutlinq D.C.M., l).S.\{., ald l).R.S,L., but not (lortnrissioncr. ..a'()a/7' (printcd- in italics) inchir.lcs \Volf Cuh. Boy Scout, Seniol Scout,l

-IHlj \VAI{DEN,

anrl Rovcr Scout.

r-trn, Scoor, RovBn.-For brevity these rvords are used in i'.O.R. in placc of tire correct expre-ssions, \\loII Cub, Bow Scout, irnd Rover Scout, l?spectil'el-v.

Irecr<, Tnoor,, Scuron Inoop, CnBlv.-Srmilarly, these words are rised in1

llrc placc of Woli Cub Pack, Bo1,5.o,ra'froop, Senior Scout 'lroopl

THE

lc-ttr:r " S " in brackets alter the title indicates a S.M., ,\.S.]I.,1 -lhe llatlol Lt:ader, or Second, of Seniol Scouts. I

W'YCH \,YARREN CONVALESCENT HOME FOR BOY SCOUTS, }'OREST ROW". SUSSEX

lrrr,J Rovt:r -\^cout Crcrv, respectively.

,S.)

\COUTI,IASTER (printed in italics) includes C.M., S.\{., S.l,I.(S.), and R.S.L. I tlnor;r, ScoutMAS'rER.-T'he term " G.S.\,I." means, where thc contcxt so rtrluire:; in the absence of a person holciing a rvarrant lor this rank, the Scouttr l-ho, tith the approval o{ the J-.A. and D.C., is iu c}rar3r: oi tlte (,tr,iln.

NOTE.-Except in the case oI " Cub " and " Pacl<," ->r u'here the contextl othunr.i..e indioates or requircs, the above c-xpressrons inciu,,le ilr(i ror-l lespontling Sea and "\ir designatious. I lr.

'fhe Homc, adjoinirrg Broadstone Scout Camp, is a tuodern, spacious house, handetl oter to the Association through the generosity of the

Nlanor Charitable Trust. Beds are rrcarly ahvays available, and application shouid be made to Tnn l[.q.rnox, \Yvcu \\r.tnnBN, FoREST Itorv, SussEx (1e1.: Forcst Row 33).

INDEX-conlinueil. BULE

RULE

Theatres Totem Poles

.. ..

Training, Cub

219-22\), 229 .. .. 270

Ilover

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Rover

Sqrdre

Soout Serlior Scotlt

-l.rausfer of Scoa, .. ,, Scouter ,,

Treasurer, CorurtY . .

t-.4. Leader

Trustecs, GrotiI) Property

L.A. property . .

lrvo Star

Cub Uniform, Air Scouts

,, ,,

.. .. .. .. ..

alterations oot ailorved and equipmelt

,, .,

camp

,, ,, ,, ,, ,, ,,

tlescription of ..

", ,, ,, ,,

..266

,, Scouters

216

..199

111, 1t4

.. .. . .

Guides and Citriders Hcxrorary llanlis

. .

kilt latlies' Norr-c-rec. Ranks Prcsident

pubiic occasiorrs

llallgers..

.. .. ..

150

.111472

.. .-

285

27e

App. A.

..278

299,301

.. ..

Squire

.. ..

Scarf colous Scottish Scouts Scout(s) (irrclurlirrg I'}.L.'s

'f l.'s-)

277

290

2i9

Scouters

I-ady .. scarvs

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Sea Scorrts

Serior Scouts ..

Vacancy Cou[ty Corumr. Dist. Couru. . . ,, Local A$n. ,, Variations oI I'.O.1{.

.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..

39?

991-21)7

29$-297

293 2t1

.. .. ..

nomiratio[ Iol

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8. The principles and practice of the Association are founded Basis on the basis of the Scorr, Promise and the Scout Law.

larlics eligible l-ocal Assrr. .

TEE SCOUT

.. s! .. 5t

8. "

,, witliclrawal ot . . l:i3 C5, 67 ..

284 236

..126

pluraliiics

quaiificirtiorrsfor ,. tor

recommeildalion refusal of

rcspousibility of D.C'

.. .. '. ". ,.

return of

69 74

make, or ro-af6rm, the promiso as in Rule 3.

?. Other

77-73

r44

persons connected with the Movement may make Other

the promise as in Rule 3.

TIIE SCOUT'LAW. 8. Thc Scout Lau' is :(r) A Scout's honour is to bo trusted.

85,-E8

Persons

The ^Scotrt

Law loyal to the l(ing, his country, his Scouters, his The Scout Law parents, his employers, and to those under ilirn.

(z) A Scout

(3) A Scout's duty is to be useful and to help others' {4) A Scout is a friend to ail, and a brotirer to every oiher Scout, no mattcr to what country, class, or cIeed, the other malz belong. (s) (6) (z) {8)

Cubs

ne-af6rms,

..151

p16mi16 Scouts

5. On investiture, the Senior Scout or Rover makes, ori SeniorScouta I Rovers tho promise as in llulo 3. 6. Scouters to whom warrants are issued for the first time Scouters

aftcrcancellation.. 76 57-88 retunied, report s'ith ,, suspeoded, surrettder of -. 80 ,, 7S-84 suspertsioo o1l. ,, tt0-61 validity of ,, lVardeos of Camp Sites .. 56 ,, ,, 56 WarrantedRaulis.. . . 2i2 ., .. kover .. ,, 36E-370 .. lVood Badge

:- The Scout

To do my duty to God, and the King, To keep the Law of the WoIf Cub Pack, and to do a good turn to somebody every day."

plecautions L:elore Probation. ,,,

probatioil for .. property oI I.II.Q. ..

PROMISE.

On investifure, the Scout makes tho following promise On my honour I promise that I will do my bestTo do my duty to God, and the King, To help other people at all times, To obey the Scout Law."

4. On investiture the Cub makes a simpler form of promiso :" I promise to do my best-

,, L.A. 09-t0,., -^ ,,

280

Sea

andl).C, .-

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280

and !.tr:i, il.c:i

l)eep S,:a

the public, and handicrafts useful to themselves-promoting their physical, mental, ard spiritual development.

..106 Asst. D.C.Cs. disagreemeot betweeu L.A.

duplicalion of ioreign subjecLs

298

2u9-301

BA8IS. is to develop good citizenship Aim auil among boys by forming their charactcr-training then, rn habits Bagis of observation, obedience and self-relia.nce-inculcating Iovalty Aim and thoughtfulness for others-teaching them services useful to

sponsored

(r) accept the aims, rnethods, and poiicy, of the Association as set out in " Scouting {or Boys " and P.O.R., and the cluty of endeavouring to ensure the continuity of the

and efiect oI

(3) Read aloud a piece of prose chosen by the

Examiner, who 'rvjll judge diction, emphasis and

4?&. (Corresponding Badge {or over r5-Tracker.) (r) Demr:nstrate his abilitv to stalk and use cover,

by him {or the purpose.

1?9e. On applica.tion for the

verse

(4) Take part in a discussion with one or two other Scouls on a subject chosen bv ]rimself from a list provided hy the Examiner r4 days earlier.

(ii) Groups so:registered are known as " sponsored " Groups as distinct frorn " open " Groups, and the person or Committee appointed by the body concerned to exercise its functions with respect to such a Group is known as the " Sponsoring Authority." (iii) In sponsored Groups connected with the Church o{ England the Sponsoring Authority must be the incumbent or some inclividual appointed

Speaker

suitable to his age and interests. (z) Take a major part in a play, or compere a sholr, lasting at Ieast thirty minutes.

Groups consisting of Troops, Senior 'I-roops, and Crews

Sponsoring

Rulos 4?2-47,1

(Corresponding Badge for over

r5-Philatelist.)

(r) CoIIcct not less tlran r,ooo starnps in good condition, (z) Neatly mount and arrange his collection ,x$AYn^

fr{,aa-\,-\E. tr V' W %, t U "tO"Uf5-

systematically

(3) ldentifv re stamps shorvn by the Examiner identify'simple rfater-marks. (4) Explain what is meant by 5 out of 8

anrl"

common terms chosen by tire Examiner. III

33#j,".

not consider any person for such appoin.trnent until so nominated. Aitei such nomination, the applicatiotl follorvs the oldinary course as laid dorvn in Rules 67-75. (3) The Sponsoring Authority has the right to be heard by the LA. and p.C. in all matters concerning any refusal ' of, alteration in, or cancellation of, the Group registration, the issue, suspension, or cancellation, of the wanrant of any Scouter of the Group, or, in the circumstances set out in RuIe r97 (iii), dismissa,l ol any Scout

Sm,allholder 4?1. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Iiarmer.) (r) Iieep at least six poultry {or a minimunr of lz months ancl'rlemoirstrate that he has a practical knowlerlge of :(i) advantages and disadvantagcs of four ' the popular breeds in relation to their value as egg producers or table birds,

(ii) handling birds ald recognising those that are not healthy,

(iii) managing grass and earth

in the

runs.

(e) Show a knowledge of the treatment of a broody hen and understand the running of an incubator. i3) Know how to feed chicks and young birds and the different methods of rearing them.

to-iraintain its continuity. In no case is the Sponsoring Authority, as such, concerned in matters of Scozrl training, {or which the G.S-NI. is responsible to the L.A. and D.C.

Make

a simple hutch and make up different rations to show the ri51ht amou^nt of food and the proper uses and proportions ol cereals, roots and green stuff. (z) Shorv a knowledge o{ the best breeds for fur and flesh production and know the u'eight and qualities of a good table rabbit. ile able to recognise six fur breeds. (:) Skin a rabbit and dress it {or market.

181. Application for registration of a Group is to be made Ilegistration by the piospective Scouter in charge immectiately its_first -procedure Section ii formed, either to the D.C., who will inform th.e L.A., or to the L.A. Secretary, who t'ill inform the D.C.

182,

for at least rz months. Demonstrate

hive management and the handling of bees. (:) ile able to recognise larva, good and IouI broods and sealerl hr-rney, and know at least one method o{ preventing a

any case not^later than three months ifter

(r) Be able to take a

-qlvarm and know the principles of

tions make this

impossible

;

(3) give due emphasis to the religrous aspect of Scouting, and the clairns of religion in the conduct and life o{ the

(4) Iiecognise the queen, u'orkers and drones and know the

life

the date ofi

registration ; (z) develop in due course a complete ()roup, unless condi-

swarrn.

artifici:11 {eeding.

Thc L.A. and D.C. must s:rtisfl'themselves indepondently

that registration is desirable, that the Group rvill be prope-rly. conducie<l, that suitable Scouters are {orthcoming, and thatl the prospective Scouter in charge accepts the aims, methods, I and poliiy, o{ the Association, and undertakes to use his bestl endeavours to :(r) form a Group Committee as soon as possible, and inl

ALTERNATIVE. bees

Group.

(4) The Sponsoring Authority is responsible in certain cases u-nder Rule ro (z) for the religious training of the Scouts; and in ail cases must undertake the general support and encouragement of the Group and endeavour

AL'IERNATIVE.

(r) Keep and rear rabbits {or at Ieast rz months.

(r) Iteep

Rules 180-188

GR,OUP OBGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Rulo 4?l

circle.

Group;

(5) Procluce a sample o{ honey {rom his olvn hive and discuss the-importance of its prr:duction and the Iactors that afiect it.

(4) ensure that the various sections oI the,Ciroup rece.ive the {ull Sroal training in charaoter, health, handicraft,

ALTERNATIVE. (r) Keep or care for pigeons lor at least rz months' (z) Shorv a knorvledge of dieting and {eeding. Explain

(5) help the Group to obtain suitable headquarters and the necessary equipment and opportunities for training; (6) comfly in the case of a sponsored or specizrl Group o{ any kind rvith any particulirr provisions of P.O.R.

syrnptorns

of the elementarv pigeon

diseases-

(3) ['l;rn a method of training birds to return t-ith messagqs from a distant point at least roo miles away. (4) I)ernonstrate ability to handle birds, including attaching mcssages and rubber rings to birds' legs. (5) I)ernonstrate hnowledge oI colours and judgment of quatrity by handling and other means. IIO

and serr.ice;

relating to such a Group.

181!. (i) \Arhen both L.A. and D.C. are satislied, recornmendation is made to I.I-I.{J. on liortn C in triplicate, which must be signed by the I-.A. Secretary and by the D.C. In the case of sponsored Groups, the Forrns C must also be signed bv

the Sponsoring Authority.

B,ules 188-189

PROFICIENCY BADGES

(ii) The Forms C are sent to I.H.Q. either direct or, if it be - rule the in the County, through th6 County Secretar5,. (iii) Nhere recommendation is refused, action un(ler Rule r96

468. (Corresponding Radge for over r5-\renturer.l (r) Know the sizes and t)?es ot spinning ropes and

may become necessary.

" Notification of Registration " is sent by I.H.Q. to the prospective Scouter in charge of the Group tluough the L.A. Secretary. I.H.Q. retain one copy of F-orm C, send the second to the County Secretary for record, 184.

On receipt of Forrns C, a

and the third to the L.A. Secretary.

Registratir>n -pgnslf

Registrzrtiou &c.

-Iees, and

trr"ns{ers

, 186. The L.A. may, iJ desired, re<1uire a small registrati<in {ee arrdfor an annual subscription from each Group.

469. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Nonc.) (r) Pass tcsts in bandwriting and haucl printing: and write a letter from menlory on a subject given verbaUy {ive

If not reneu'ed at the time of the annual re-registration return, under Rule 54, the Group ceases to be recognised, with effect as in Rule r78.

18?, Any

changes desired

in the registered title o{ a Group,

or in the nature of the registration (as open or sponsored), zrnd any transfer {rom one L.A. to another, are to be dealt with by the L.As. and D.Cs. concerned in a manner similar to the foregoirrg ploccdurc:, but any recommen<lation to 1 I{.Q. is submitted pn Form Cz, in triplicate, alnd rvhere a Group is to be trer.nsferrct to another County both C.Cs. must approve.

188. A Gloup registration is

cancelled

by l.H.Q. :-

(r) on tlie reconrmendation of the L.A. and D.C. submitted if neeessary in accordance *'ith Rule 196, and made

--cancello.-

tion

; 1

(4) Demonstrate the filing of Troop oorrespondence and use of street and tclephone directories and other reference txroks. (5) Write a satis{actory report of a meeting, 'Iroop camp, etc.

heard

4?0. (Corresponding Badge for over r5--l-eading Signaller.) (r) Send and receive a message o{ not less than 8o letters at rate 6 (3o letters per minute) in Semaphore, or rate 4 (zo letters per minute) by flag in l\[orse. (z) Send and receive a sinrilar message in

(z) on failure to renew the registration in any yeirr, under

Rule r85

;

(3) on cancellation

Ituie r33.

-suspensron

(2) L)ernonstrate a krrou'le<.lge of postal {acilities, hgoy\r^ (j"*+r-t Yrl" including postal and telegrapb rates, telephone it LA;?l'1 calls, including trunk, toll and personal. ';/) "&Outt$" (-l) Demonstrate the ctirrect use of the telephone, including dial wlicre applicable.

(6) I{eep a Patrol log sa.tisfa"ctorily for at least six months, anri lieep the 1'roop log {or at least three months.

;

of the registration of the L.A.

under

Morse.

189. A Group may be suspended(r) by the D.C. who u'ilI thereupon illorm the L.A. ot his action; (z) by the I-.A., in which case thc D.C. must at otrce

Any Group not suspended during suspension of the L.A. will be regerrcled for the time bcing as a, Lone Group, under RuIe r93. 36

On brzzer at rate 5 @5 letters

per

On lamp at rate 4 Po letters

per

minute).

informed ; (3) as thr: result oI susl)ersion of the L.A., undcr Iiule r34, except in so {ar as the (1,C. may direct to the contrary.

Soribe

minutes previously.

after a meeting oI the L.A. (or a Comrnittee appointed Ior the purpose with full pou'er to act) at wiuch the

Scouters concerned, and, in the case of sponsored Groups, thc Sponsoring Authority, are entitled to be

{t;r5..

1z) I)emonstrate how to c:tre for a rope and a$OYa f7 fZYb hou'to coil it. U ue<- U (r) Deruonstrate the follow'irig spins (5o turns U-qJ for each spin) :-Crinoline, Flat Spin, Jump-in oieOU-.u and Jump-out.

(4) I)emonstrate with a 3o-foot rope, lassoing a stationary object three times out of four from r5 feet away.

Registration

Registr:rtion

the

names of the parts oI a rope.

is only eflective until the next 3rst March.

185. Ilegistra.tion

Registration ---changes

Rules 468-470

GROUP ORGANISATION

(3) I)emonstrate that he knows a rc-cognised procedure when and receiving messages.

serrdin.g

Note.--8o per cent. d,ccuracy to be rerlu.ired in all sending amd receiaing to bc nol less Buzzcr stations tp bc in sel,&rete rootns.

Outd,oov stations

yards

apart.

for

r09

tests.

lhan

tc>o

Signaller

Rulos 46tl-467 Oarstnan

484. (Corresponding Badge for over r.5-Helmsman.) (r) Nlanage a dinghy or similar cralt in response to

190. During suspension all activities ol the Group will cease and, except in so far as may be otherwise provided by the terms

,a$OYr Avn

191. Suspension is to be regarded as a purely tcmporary tneaiure, and must be follorvecl as soon as possible by a full enquiry by the D.C. and L.r\. jointly. The Scouters concerned, and in the case o{ a sponsored Group, the Sponsoritrg Autliority, must be inforrned of the meeting and be given an opportunity

of the

orders wl.rich shall inolude sculling over the stern, anchoring, briuging alongside and nurliing fast. t//?^

(z) Rc iible to pull arr oar as a member of

(:) Iinou' the right rv:ry to load a boat t,ith either stores or personnel and how to trim her

465. (Correspondilg }3adge {or over r5-Tracker.) (r) In Iiim's game rernember 24 out of 3o rvell assorted articles a,Iter one minute's observation. "I'est to be performed twice nrnning with diflerent i:rticlers and each articlc to bc cor.ectly describcrl. ag-QPa,'a Y,\ ,,/ J,:-,F-I.p* (z) It1. hearing alone, recognise 8 out of ro fi L | ,.i jl silnPle i"unrls. TC..r"r{6 (3) FoIIow trvo simple nature trails each of hail a mile length and each containing between materiai. Tests to be performed

zo and 3o signs made of natural

over ground with *'hich the Scout is unlamiliar and, if grssible,

in varying rveather conditions.

(+) Give an accurate account of an incident lasting not less than a minute and involving at least three persons. This report, oral or written, rnust include a full description of one <lf the persons involved, selected by the Examiner.

Pip".

486.

(Corresponding Badge lor'over r5-Leading Piper.)

fp$ov{5

[.iJ-'---'^-A

W.'-^:# "scoulb*'

(r)

Shou, that he can tune his pipes properly.

(z)

.Play a march, strathspey, and reel of his

r:wn

choice.

Note.--Wheye Northumbrian ov lrish Pipes are used, alternat'iues may be accepted al the Elaminev's discretion-

Ricler

suspension,

aII Group Scouters are automatically

sus-

pended w'ith effect as under Rule 8o, and no member of the Group may wear uniform or badges.

boat's clew-

correctly. (4) Be able to throw a. 4o-Ioot line {lxn ur boat. (5) I(norv the sa{et1' rules applicablu to boating.

Observer

Bules 19G198

GR,OUP ORGAMSATIOI{

PROFICIENCY BADGES

to be

heard.

192. As a result of such enquiry, thc suspcnsion must be withdrau'n, or a recomlnendation for cancellation of the registration and/oa: the warrants of any Scouters, must be forwarded u'ith a fuil report to I.H.Q. through the C.C. 108. Where on accour)t of exceptional conditions a Group .[tegistration cannot be included conveniently in the area of any I-.A., it may --Lone be registered as a Lone Group on the recommendation of the (iroups D.C., who will act alone in all rnatters relating to such a Group in

accordance

with Rule

r.5r.

L94. (i) The addition of any {urther Section to a Group ltegistration which has already been registered requires the rvritten approval ---Sections of the L.A. and D.C., but no further registration is necessary, and no ilfonnation need be sent to I.II.Q. until it is shot'n in the next annual re-registration return, (ii) The formation of a Senior Troop is in any case subjectl to the provisions of Rule 247o. I (iii) The formation o{ a Crew is in nny case subject to the provisions o{ RuIe 255. (iv) rrVhere approval of a new Section of a Group is refused action under Rule 196 may become necessary. 195. Any Section o{ a Grr:up niay tre disiranded tty joittt action of the I-.A. and D.C., or suspended by either the I-.A. or D.C. In either case, the procedure to be observed throughout is

similar to tha.t laid do*'n irr the case of Groups in Rules r88-rqz,

except that the matter is conciuded locall1,, and no report is made to I.H.Q. unless the case comes within Rule 196.

196. A full report must be rna<ler to LII.Q. through the C.C., Registration whenever action is taken bv the 1,.A. and D.C. in circumstances --reports which reflect adversely upon the character or suitability of anv to LH.Q. person concerned in any of the follolving cirses i* (r)

Itefusal to recomrnend the reglistration of a Group, or to approve the addition of a. new Scction to a registered Group.

(z) Recommendation {or cancellation of a Group registra tion, or a decision to disband a Section of a Group ro8

Sules 19?-202 Membership

GBOIIP OBGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

19?. (i) The admission of any Scout rests u'ith the G.S.M., but in normal cases, and subject to Rule 264, wlll generally be delegJated by hirn to the Scouter in charge o{ the Section concerne<1, who, in the casc o{ a Sc<rut or Rover, r,lill act in con-

Demonstrate

Scout. case of dismissal th.e Scout has a

(iii) In any right of appeal to the I-.A. aud D-C., who in dealing rvith any such case will observe RuIe r8o (3) and follow the procedure laid down in Part III in connection with the cancellation o{ thc u'arrant of

{)

Transfers

to one Group, but may be temporarily attached to another, if eligible, L99. (i) No boy rnay be accepted as a member of a Group within two months of his leaving another Group or another recognised boys' organisation, without a u'ritten approval of Ithe -or transfer by the G.S.M. of his former Group (Form'It), Scout can only belong

by the proper authority of the othcr organisation. (ii) In case of dispute as to a transfer, the matter must be referred to the D.C. for decision.

Lone Scouts and Lone Senior Scouts

Group Council

Group Committee

{ull and complete account o{ rv}rat he has witnessed or observed.

462.

rs-Public Healt}r.) how to choose, prepare, and ventilate

(Corresponding Badge {or over

(r) Den-ronstrzrte a sick-room.

a Group Scouter.

198. A

that he can observe, remember and report

verbaily in the following circumstanq6s ;-\(if165s an inci<lent or occurrence or observe over an a-rea {or not less than five minutes, and then walk or run zrt Scouts' Pace for not less than three miles. On arrival at the specified spot to wirich he is directecl he must report hrst verbally and then in writing, giving

sultation with the Court of l{onour or the members ol the Crew as the case may be. (ii) The approval ol the G.S.NI. is necessar3' in any case of dismissal of

Rules 461-tlr63

Missiorier

(z) Demonstrate how to wash a patient, give medicine, and take temperature, pulse and

i^|.

respiration.

(3) Demonstrate how to prepare invalid food and fomentations; and prevellt bed sores. (4) Demonstrate how to prepare dressings and how to apply a roller bandage to hancl, knee and foot. (5) Carry out a.ll tlle above in camp (as *.ell as in a sick-roorn) and prepa.re a rest tent.

200. (i) Where, on account of special circumstances, a boy is unable to be a member o{ a Group, the D.C., if he thinks it

desirable, and can arrange for his subsequent supervision, nlay request the County Secretary to register him. as a Lone Scout, lor Lonc Senior Scout. (ii) A boy may not be registereci as a Lone Cub. ; (iii) Scouts, or Senior Scouts, leaving their Groups to go to 'sea should apply to I.H.Q., in accordance with RuIe 396, for

registration as Deep Sea Scouts, and not as Lone Scouts, or ;Lone Senior Scouts. 201. (i) Where the Group consists of two or more Sections,

the Scouters of the Sections rvill meet regularly to discriss matters aflecting the Group. Such meeting is called the " Group Council." (ii) 'f'hc G.S.M. rvill be Chairman of the Group Council.

I 202. (i) Where any money is received as mentioned in Rule lzo8, or the Group has any property or equipment of its own, ta small Group Committee composed of parents of t};re Scouts, lrepresentatives of the OId Scout Branch, and others interested lin the Group, must be formed to be responsible for Group property, and to a.ssist the G.S.M. with finance, propaganda,

and obtaining accomrnodation, camping grounds, and employmelt lbr the members of the Group. (ii) 1-ire G.S.M. will be a member oI the Group Comrnittee. (iii) The Group Committee is not concerned in any way in the actual training of the Scouts or in the managemetrt of the Old Scout Branch.

468. (Corresponding Badge Jor over r5-Musician.) (r) I)emonstrate that he knou's the meaning of

tinre 5ignatures an<l the ordinary musical signs denoting pitch and

length oI notes in staff notation' ,z\f;}yl,, (z) Read at sight two test tunes, either singing %"'*Frffi^ unaccompanied or playing on an instrument. mgfilll\W th.e stamd,ard oJ 'il-ey=ry^U "r[-fi'r'",,,:e,N.B.--The tests shou,ld be about ror schoots " ir ;::f.,,;i";1\f; t";;'";:"fongs $) Either

(a) Sing ts'o songs, chosen by himself, one of them a {olk or traditional song. (The songs should be suitable for unaccompanied singing

at a

carnp-fire.)

(b) Sing a part (tteble or alto) in a part-song or sing a song with a chorus and lead the chorus at a camp-fire. Or

(a) Play tu,o tunes chosen by himsclf, one {ast and one slow, on a pipe or other instrumcnt. (b) Whistle or sing a tune with a good chorus or train and lead a small party of whistlers or singers in a tune

at a

camp-fire,

ta7

Music-maker

RuIm 460-461 Master-at^qrms

PROFICIENCY BADCES

4t80. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Venturer.)

(r) Demonstrate his proticiency in tu'o of the {ollowing :singiestick, quarterstafi, fencing, boxing, ju-jitsu, wrestling,

gymnastics or tumbling.

%)2-212

(iv) In the case ol any difference of opinion between the Group Committee and the Group Council with regard to the expenditure of funds, the nratter must be ::e{erred to the L.A. and D.C.

208. Nlernbers of a, Group Colnmittee are appointed or retired the G.S.M., subjeot to the approval of the L.A. and D.C. given, in the case of sponsored Groups, after consultation rvitli the Lry

25soyqr"[:)"'illti1"""":lH'.1*":"nh'"l"ri:]:1iil;

l/l//Y*4'% cor.dttions, and be able to name and demonstrate fA V t]n. ,orr."t methods of :rttack and defence. == "%.F*P rn the gyrrt,astic item tre must carry out rz "COU.[- cxercises ni''hi" o*'o choice, using the appropriate apparatus.

In the tumbling item he rnust pcr{orm t}re following to

good standard:-(a) Dive and {oru-arcl roltr over a staft- at u'aist height. (b) Dive and forrvard roll over fir.e boys crcuched on hands and knees. (a) Shoulder mount on selected partncr, to rernain balanced for 3o seconds ll.ith arrns extended. (d) Cartwheel. (e) Backroll to feet. (/) Perform with selected partner any thrce double stunts, e.g. Double Roll, Two High Tiall, etc. (g) Give evidence that

I-Le

has been

in training for the selected

item, for a period o{ not less than three months. l!{essenger

*tilex

GBOUP ORGANISATION

1161. (Corresponding Ilaclge {or over r5--Despatch Rider.)

(r) Dernonstrate that he owns or has the use of, zrn<I equipped and in good working order. He must Kine's service if called be willine to use it in the King's Ue wliinrg upoil at anv tirne in case o{ emergency. (z) Demonstrate that he can effect simple repairs r,r'hich might irrclude the_{ollowing at the discretion of the Examiner :-Change tyre and

cycle properly actorily {or at least six rnonths, a cycle, has used satisfactorily

rrrnctrrre replace renlace a brake, trrake adjust adiust a a. rvheel rvher:l bearing tlea.rins tube, mend a puncture,

part oI the machine. any Dart or anv (3) Demonstrate that he knorvs the l{ighway Code, traf6.c sigirils, lighting-up times, road signs, national system of road numbering and is able to read a road map. (+) Repeat correctly a verbal message after a ride o{ at least one'irour's duration or after trvo miles at Scout Pace. If a cycie is not available Ior use or ownership, the Iollowing can be sibstituted for Sections r and z :ro6

Sponsoring Authority.

204.. It is most important that, wirere a Group posscsses (iroup property of any va.Iue, such property should be vested in trustees t'1'operr)under a Deed o{ Trust, of which a model form is obtainable ,

rvithout charge {rom I.I{.Q.

205. In the case of a sponsored Grotrp it is necessarl.- to determine in the first place rvhat part of the property, it any, is to be regarded as belonging to the Group itsel{ and not to the Sponsoring Authority; and this decision should be recorded in a letter of agrcement betrveen the G.S.M. and the Sponsoring Authority. Such property as it is decided belongs to the Group should, if of su{flcient va}ue, be made the subject o{ a properly corrstituted trust in accordance with Rule zo4. 2W. A schedule of Group property must be submitted eachl to the L.A. 207. The G.S.M. must ensure that no rnethod of raising Group funds is employed which is not in accordance with Itules r8-zr. yearr

Gruup Iiinance

2O8. A1l money, except as speciiied in Rule zo9, receive<I by or on behall of a Group or any Section of a Group, must be

admir:istered by the Group Comrnittee aoting in consultation with the Group Council and must be paid into a bank, Post OfEce Savings, or other similar, account in the name of the Group operated by two members of the Group Committee.

209. Subscriptions paid by the Scozls themselr.es rvill be administered by the Section concerned, as will also zlny sulns a,l]otted to the Section for current expenses b1, the Group Committee in consultation with the Group Council. Thc accounts of Section funds, it kept separately, rvill be included in the annual eLccounts of the Group.

210.

a:ed

G.S.Ms. ntust see that accounts of all moneys are hept, any member o{ the Grr:up conoerned is entitled to inspect

them.

standard

I.H.Q.

form

o.f accou,nts cutt

211. 'Itie anlual

a.ccounts

to the L.;\. alter h:lr-ing

fu obtainetl, if

des'ired, Jront

of the Group must be subrnitted;

been audited.

212. (i) A Sclrooi Group is one which is registered as sponsored Scliool by the l{eadmaster or llcadmistress of a school and is cornposed (iror,rps entirely of boys r+'ho are, or have been, at the school. It is1 essential that membership oI such a Group shall be genuinely! volunta.ry.

&ules 212-810

GBOIIP OBGAilISATION

(ii) School Groups are included as sponsored Groups irr the ordinary scherne o{ administration b-y: .I..A. an<l I).C. It is contr-a,ry to the spirit of the }lovement that any deviation from, o: relaxation of, rules, other than those specifiecl in t}ris rule, sbould _be permitte<l in School Groups. If in :rnv special ca^se a-ny relaxation appears desirable, application is tri be made through the D.C. to I.H.Q., whose approval rvill, hou'ever, only lle glven ln exceptional tircurnstarrcrs. (iii1 Though various reasorrs may prevent School Groups from

mixing as fully as r:ther. C}roups wiih krcal Scrzlls, they should keep in touch as far as possitile in tlre spirit of tl-re 4ih Scout

458.

(Cor:responding Badge for over

. CaTy .out the tiran in -his own :-

(iv) When a Scout wishes tc, be connected with a School Group and also with a Group at his home, tre wiil belong to the School Group and be attached to his horne Group undei Ituie r98" (vl A Scout who belongs to a School Group may, rvith the approval of the G.S.M. o1 that Group, qualify for proficiency

C.M. anil

a.e.M.

AppointQu:rlifica-

tions

CUBMASTER AND ASSISTANT CI'BMASTEB. 218. (i) C.Ms. and A.C.Ms. are appointed on the recor:rmend:lfion oI the L.A. and D.C., u.ith ivirr:rnts in accortlance with Part IIl.

214. 'fhe special qualifications for C.lI., an<l A.C.IVI., in addition to the general qualifications set out in Rules 69-7o, are as folio\\'s :(t) A general know{c<ige oI " Scouting for Boys," " lfhe \Yol{ Cub's Handbook," and P.O.R. (e) Age for C.M., not less tha.n eo ; for A.C.II., not

than

F'unctions

A.C.NI.s necessi],ry

Unilorm and badges Pack

Size

'lraining

less

18.

215. (i1 'Ihe C.M. takes charge of the Pack with the help <.rf any A.C.Ms. subject to the gcneral supervision of the G.S.}i. as in Rule r73. (ii) In deciding natters of jnternal :rdministratiorr, )rowever, it is desirable that the C.IL should as far as possible consult the Sixer's Council as in Itule :r24. 216. 'I'o ensure continuity it is most desirable that every Pack should have ore A.C-M., and, u,here a Pack consists df more than three Sixes, additional A.C.Ms. are desirable.

LLi.

C.Ms. and A.C.Ms. wear uniform as in Rules 29\ or 296 and badges as in Rules 320-322.

TIIE the

following tests in any language

Linguist other

()

'ncoulrv(r)3x"3,1i:Jf*#":,-::y;3J1"*,'Jj",.y,*"ix or periodical. (Scout liter:iture tu be

where availabie.)

used

Note.-An addilioual badge is woln on the right treast poeket ot,irt a sim.ilar position on jerse.y, show,ing tl.re lattgiage or lon'guages

shohen.

Part XII, during the holidays, in-anv IjA.

(ii) Ladies are eligil>le for both ranks.

rnent

r5-Interpreter.)

on :r simple conversation for three ,AgOy/^ (r) Carry mln utcs. r'/{ "?, //,*"i@^ (z) \\'rite a sinple letter of at least ro() vords. W@-+y,.)

l,aw.

badges under

Rulss ,[58-r[69

PROFICIENCY BADGES

PACT.

459. (r)

(Corresponding lladge lor over r5*Venturer.)

Produce

h*sr%

Mh "t6$5"

two targets fired by hirnsell withil the previous four weeks for any one of the six :rlternative tests, either concurrently or preferably on difierent dates, showing that otr both occasions he has obtained not less than the minimum score

indicated. Thc targets must be certificd by his Instructors. Edge of shot holc nearest to centrr

of target to

decide value

of hit.

Small Bore Bifle (.zz inch). Any single-lo:Lding type, auv except telcscopic ; position prone ; sling may be used. Ten shots at auy of the foilowing ranges:s.lgnts_

Tesl. Dislance lYards) r roo 2 50 3258<:, 4208(), 51580

Miuinau,m

65 75

Score

Targets

s.NI.R.c. Matctr ,

Air. Bifle (.r77 inch). Any single-loacling type i position stlJding or prone; sling may be used. i'en---shots'at the following r;urge

Test 6

Distance

(\'ards) l{inimu.m Sotyre fargel S.XI.Ii.C. j llull 75 Air Rifle

circumstances a Pack may not consist

Note.-When.ws.ing air rif es, care musl lte lahen to fix the targets so thal, the pellets do not rebound to the da.ager oJ the firer's e\,es.

?.15. 'I'he training c{ Cubs rtrust be kept as distinct as possible

(z) K_norv the usual safetv-first rules for rifle shooting and .have a knowledge of the paits of the rifle he uses and iti care

218. lrxcept in spe,citrl

of more tiran 36 fr.om

that of

C.ubs.

Scouts-

and cleaniug.

ro5

i[arksman

Rules 455-457

(r)

PROFICIENCY BADGES

GBOIIP OR,GANISATION

ALTERNATIVE,

22O. Where a Pack is part of a Sea or Air Scout Group, itsl members must receive only the ordinary Cub training, and'the' designation and uniform of the Cubs must be the same as for

Sole and l:ecl a pair of boots r:r shoes, eithcr seu'n or nailed,

.rncl'geuerally rcpair boots and stroes. Or, Produce an article made by liirnsel{, such a.s a handbag, rvallet or purse, on *-liich a design must be moclelled antl stained. Know how to use and mix the various stains. (z) Strow a knou-ledge of the tools required. (3) Knorv the different kinds of leather used and how to select them. Jobman

456. (Corresponding Radge lor over r5-Hand)'man.) Be able to do ro of the folloin'ing, at least five o{ rvhich, selected by the Ilxarniner, must be demonstrated :'--" (r) Paint a door or gate ngOY5 /iii, ts=,*a (z) Whitewash or distemper a wall. i31 ea;rrt an electric bcII, replace electric ligtrt ffi-><:'?, bulbs, slrarlcs :rnd {uses. WF -\lr,/ "tgg19" (4) Rcplace a tap washer. (5) Take up, beat and rr:lay

carpet.

(6) Sharpen krrives. (7) I(norv what immediate steps to take in the cases oI burst u-ater pipes or gas leak. (8) Attend to stoppecl gttttcrs r:r" waste pipes. (q) Repair a gate or fence. (ro) Sew on a button neatly. (rr) Darn a small hoie in a sock. (rz) Oil and adjust a lawn-mower. Life-saver

45?. (Correspondilrg l}adge for over r5--llescuer.) {r) Dcrnonstrate one method of rescue and of release irr'tirc water, rvith a pa.tient about the size o{ the rescuer. Patient to be carried ten vards. h9!b [z) Demonstrate the S"taf". method of reantl tlre promotion or warmth and :l:li3f":l' WflYh "@Y4.(/ (r) Swinr so var,ls on thc back attired in 0COU1? shiii and slroris witL light lite line attachetl to him. (4) Throw a 6o-foot life line to faII between two pegs trn'ice out of every three throvr.s. Pegs to be four feet apart and 4o feet frorn throu'er. (S) Show method of rescue in the {ollowing :{i) House Ere, first floor, unconscious palient.

(ii) Icc breaking. (iii) Car accident, with or without

(iv) Contact wittr iive electric wire. r04

fire.

Bules 220-229

other Cubs. No form o{ sea or air training may be given.

221. The Pack is divided into Sixes, each consisting of Cubs, including the Sixer and Second. 222.. (i) A Sixer is a Cub appointed by the C.II. to

Six of

six The

lea<l

Cubs.

Six

Sixers

(ii) One o{ the Sixers may be callecl " Senior Sker," i{ desired. and Senior (iii) Sixers and Senior Sixers wear uniform as irr Rule ,g., Sixer and badges zrs in Rules 3o9 and 3ro. . S23. (i) A Second is a Cub appointed by the C"NI. in consultation with the Sixer concerned, to assist the Sixer ancl to take his

place when absent. (ii) Se^conds wear uniforrn as ^

Rule

in Rule t8r; and

Seconds

badges as in

3o8.

tnL. (i) The Sixers' Council is an informal bo<lv comoor"6 Scouters of the Pack, the Sixers, ancl, if ilesirecl, 16.

of the

Sixerc' Council

Seconds.

(ii) The {unctions o{ the Sixers' Council a.re set out in

.:r5

(ii).

Rule

225. [) fhe C.M. may, with the approval of the S.nI. con- Cub cerned, obtain the services of a Scout oi Senior Scout, or withl Instructor the approval of the D.C. and of the Guide Captain concerned,' of a Guide or a Ranger, to act as a Cub Instructor. (ii) A Cub Instructor is entitled, orr the recommendation of ihe C.1\1., to wear a cloth tradge rvith a wolf's head in green above t}.e le{t breast pocket, or in a similar position on J lersey.

TIIE CUB. A boy becomes a Cub by-during investiture, as described nr The Cub ?26. " The Wolf Cub's Handbook," which he makes tire Investiture Cub Promise, as in RuIe 4. I{e is then-known as a Tenclerpad, and is entitled to wear Cub uniform and badges as in llule;23o. 222. To become a Cub a boy must have attained the age oI Age limits 8, but not have reached his eler.enth trirthday. He may not continue to be a Cub a{tcr he has rcached his twelith birthday. 228. Be{ore being irrvested, hc must satisfy the C.}I. that he Quaiificaknows the Cub Law and Promise, the Saiute, the Grand }Iowl, tions

and tireir meanirrgs.

229. 1i) -A,fter investituro as a Tenderpad, a Cub proceeds Subsequent to quaiify as a One Star Cub and a{terwards as a Two Star trainilg Cub by passing the tests laid dou.n in liule 4o9 and Rule 4rr, respectively.

GBOIIP OBGANISATION

Rules 229-288

(ii) After gaining the Second Star, he may qualify for special proliciency badges, as in Rules 413-426.

230. A Cub wears unilorm

IJnifornr

and badges Ruie

a.s

A.S.M.

In such a case, a special recommendatiorr, additionai to Form G, with a 1ul1 statement o{ thr: circumstances, must be submitted to I.H.f]. by thc L.A. or I).C.

233. 'Ihe special qualificatiorrs for S.M. aDd A.S.M., in to the general tlualifications set out in Rules 69-7o"

Qualitrca-

tious

aclditinn

21g 3.s f6U6\ '5

an<l current Senior Scout literatuie.

(z) Age Ior S.M., not lcss than zo ; for A.S.M., not

than r8.

Uniform

Troop

Size

(r)

less

234. (i) Thc S.Nf. takes cbarge of the Troop with the assistof any A.S.Ms. sutrject to the general supervision as il.r Rule r7: of the G.S.I{. (ii) 'llhe S.M. r'i11, hov,evcr, delegate as far as possible to the Court o{ Honour as in Rule z4z all internal matters of discipline and administla,tion, inoluding the expenditure of Troop {unds, as defirred iri Ruie zo9. ance

285. 'Ilo ensure continuity it is most desirable that

every Troop should have one A.S.iiI., ancl, \'here a 'Ircrop consists of

rnore than 4 Patrols, additional A.S.l\ts. a.re desirable.

286. S.Ms. and A.S.Ms. wear uni{orm as in Rules 29r, in Ruies 3zo-322.

l;adges as

S8?. It is not

tban 6 Patrols.

and

TROOP.

desirable that a Troop should consist of more

238. (i) A Troop

Troop

l-ea.der may,

if desired, be

appointe<1 by

thc S.M. in consultation with the Court o{ Ilonour. (ii) The follou-ing qualifications are required :--

Leader

Ability to

operations :Prepare the parts or sections for se.wing and sr:w sections

on tapes. (z)_ FoId and paste on end-papers, glue up ar.rd line wittr muli, round the bacl< and add secontl iining. . (3) Cut boarrls and cover r,r.itl: cloth or paper, anrl put book

into

ca,se.

(t)

I)rirze

sclews.

AI,TI]RNATIVE. to r-| inches without clarnage to

scrervs up

woo<l

(z) Nail-on a packing case lid c.rrrectly, using -rl-rnch wood

ancl r;-inch nails.

TEE

Ite

A}.TEITNATIVE.

Bintl a book, including the following

(r) A general krowlcclge oI " Scouting for L'ioys," " The Woif Cub's Handboolr," " Rovering to Success,'" P.O.R.,

and badges

(z) Show a general knou.ledge of the rarv matr:rial used, where it is obtained and hour it is preparcrl for workirrg.

S.I\lIs. and A.S.Ms. irre appointed on the recommendation

III. A warrant as 5.M. wili be issued to a 292. or A.S.1\(. only lady at the discretion o{ I.}I.Q. in exceptional circumstances.

Ladies

necessary

basiret, cane, mshes or strarv worh, rnade entirely by himself.

llu1e z8r,:rnc1 badges as in

of the I-.A. and D.C., with warrants in accordance with Part

meut

A.S.Ms.

for over r5--l{ancricra.{t.) (r) Produce an article o{ prerctical use in

(Corresponding Radge

3o7.

231.

Appoint-

Functions

455.

SCOIITMASIER AND ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER.

8.M. anil

Rulo t[55

PROFICIEIICY BADGES

lead.

Age not less than r5. Service er.s a Patrol Leader {or at least six months. The First Class Badge.

A general knorvledge of " Scouting for Boys."

(3) Divide lcngthwise u'ith an ordinarv saw a r-inch board, 1orrg, tlie cut not to deviate {rou thc line more than t/r 6th oI an irrch. (4) Sharpen a chiscl and plane iron, mahe a housing tenon and rnortise, antl lralved juint. . lfl Eilher <lovetail trvo pieces of r+'ood together witti not Iess th-an fve dovetails, oz ma-kc a properly frimed stool, chair or

z {eet

other piece o{ furniturc. (6) Distinguish woods in local use arrtl know the nature and common uses of e:rch.

AI,TERNATIVE. (r).Set up by hinrsell a handbill or page of type and produce

macnrled prtnts. (z) Understand thc point systern names ot slx common type {accs.

of types and know

the

(3) Unders_tand the printer's correctior.r signs and liaow the names 01 rlrtJerent paper sizes and their measurements. ALI'ERNA:TIVE.

(r) Executc some worli in treaten brai;s, copper or sheet-iron. (z) Exhitrit tools used :ind demorrstr;lte use of each. (3) lixptain tbo compositions

^ .fluxes.

ald properties oI

solders and

(4) IVlakc and solder a tin tn measure, with a lid to fit. r()3

llobbie-s

Bulos 458-,154 Gardener

GBOIIP OBGANISAIIOII

PROFICIET{CY BADGES

458.

(Correspr:rnding Badge

Bules 288-244

(iii) The Troop Leader wears uniforrn as in Rule 283, with the shoulder knot o{ his former Patrol, and badges as in Rule 3r4.

for over r5-Horticulturist.)

289,. (i) The Troop is divided into Patrols, each consisting 6 to 8 Scouts, including the Patrol Leader and Second.

(ii) I'he Patrol should be the unit in

of The Patrol

a,ll activities.

,?40, (i) A Patrol. Leader is a Scout appointed by the S.M., in Fatrol consultation with the Court of Honour of the Patrbl conccrncd. I-eaders or border.

perennials, and the planning of colour in a bed

(4) Know horv to make a" compost heap and r:nderstand the of rnanuring, both natural and artificia].

principles

Guide

454. (Corresponding

Raclge

for over r5-Pathfinder.)

(r) Dernonstrate that be has intimate personal knowlocality rouncl his H.Q. or his home, of the /b9gY4^ {ollou'ing :--public buiiilings, the provision o{ pubJic services in regard to fire, transport, communications, etc., the resiclenco of cloctors, and

iedge, gained by his own exploring and irvestigatiorr, of the

responsible public ollicials.

In Country ouly.-IIouses of r.r'ell-known people, rights of rva.y', Iootoaths, pla-ving Jlelds and other public property.

Note.-The area oaetr which tha aboae httintate hnowledge tuill be required is a tuto-mile radius frow the Grouf HeadEtat'ters or home im courltry ot totuns up to 2o,aoo inhabiLants; one ntile in toans between zo,ooo and roo,ooo ; halj a nrile in to@ns ouer roo,rroo. T'he D.C, ntay at lris discret'iott, oa/! the alea to exclude unrlesira.ble ncighbourhctods, llarhs or other open s?a,ees, and inchttle un eouiztalent area, (z) Demonstrate that he can guide strangers by rlay or night within a 5-mile ra<1ius, and give them general directioris to get to the princip:1l suburbs, districts or towns within a z5-mile radius,

Or, alternatively, in Lon<lon area: rlave a soulrd

general

knowledge o{ what parts of the country are serrved b1' the rnain

line railways and horl' to reach the principai Lonclon termini

and nrotor-coach stations, an(l r2 ilnportant places (The Tower, Zrn,etc.) by tram, bus or train {rom his lI.Q. or Iiome, (I-arge city areas of ovcr z5o,ooo people may make sirnilar and eiluivalent a,rrangcments.)

(r) Ilave some krrorvledge of the history of the placc an(l any buildings of historical interest. t02

((

to take charge of a Patrol of Scouts. (ii) The Pa.trol Leader carries the Patrol flag. (iii) Pa,trol Leaders wea,r uniforrn as in Rule 283, ir.nd badges :rs in Rule 3r3.

f!Al. (i) A Second is a Scout selected by the Patro1 l-eader with the approval of the S.NI. and Court of llonour, to assist hitn and to take his piace .when a.bsent. (ii)

Seconds wear

Rule 3rz.

Seconds

uniform as in Rule 283, and badges as iu

AI2. (i) The Court of l{onour is a bocly composed of the Court of Troop I-dader, il any, and the Patrol Leaclers; Second* may I{onour also be rnembers, but their plesence is nr:t desirable in cases concerning discipline. The Scouters of the Troop, iI plesent. should act

a,n a,dvisory

capacity

c>nly,

(ii)

The Court of l{onour deals rsith internal nlatters, including the expenditure of'Iroop funds, in accordance with Ruie z3a (ii).

IEE

SCOUT.

2/1, . A boy bccornes a Scout by investiture, :rs described in The Scout " Scouting for Boys," during wirich hc rnakes the Scout L'r'ornise, Investiture as in Rule 3. He is then known as a Tenderfoot, and is entitled to wear Scout unifonn and badgcs as in Ruie 247-

2M. (i) To become a Scout a boy rnust ha.ve attained the Age limits o{ rr, but not have reacired his eighteenth birthday, unless about to become a Rover, as in ltule 267 gi). {ii) A Scout on reaching the age of r5 (or on entering emplov-g ment under that age be{ore rst April, r947) rnust receive specia.ll training and treatment suita.ble to his years. 'I'he attainmentl of this stage in his caleer as a Scout must be marked by rt suit:rblel ceremony at which he will be presented witir plain Iuaroonl sh<lulder'straps, :r,s rnentionecl li nute 283, and'will re-affrrml the Scout Promisc, bearing in mind the wider interpretationl appropriate to his inc:reased years. I (iii) A Scout should lezr.ve the Troop at the age of 18 unlcss age

he receives the D.C.'s sanctiou to remain. 43

GBOI'P ORGANISATION

Bules 245-!!4?c Qualifications

PROFICIENCY BADGES

| 245.

Be{ore being invested, he must be toid of the adventurlous life and achievements o{ t}re Iiounder anrl sornething ol the lhistory of the 1\{orement; and he rnrrst sa.tis{t his S.},11. in the l{o1lowint teqts '(t) Prclininary. Know the Scout Law and Promise, anrl thcir rnezrning

lz)

for over r5-Fireman.) (.) Knorv and explain the possibilities of danger in :--

451.

I.Iealth.

Clean a wound, an<l make and apply a dressing. (3) Obscruation. Nfake the woodcra.ft signs given in Camp F'ire Yarn o{ " Scouting for Boys."

,'@3

. Demonstrate rvith

rope horv to tic the following krrots : reef, sheet bentl, clove hitch, bowiine, round turn and tr,vo half hitches, sheepsha"nk ; ancl explain their uses. \(hip the end o{ a. r'ope.

246. (i) After investiture, as iI I'enderfoot, he proceeds to qualify as a Set:ond Class Scout, and a{terwards as a First Class Scout, by passing the tests laid dou.n in Rules 4':9 and 43r, respectively.

I (ii) Alter(b),gaining the Second Class badge, he may, subject to qualify {or the special proficiency badges set out lRule 427 $E-479 until he reaches the stage mentioned in Rule lin Rules gi) , wherea{ter he may only qualify for the special proficiency lzaa rbadges sct out in Rules 48o-524. IJniforrn

and badges

s.M.(s.) aual

a.s.M.(s.) App,ointment Ladies

Qualifications

in Itule

247. A Scout in RuIe 3rr.

wears uni{orm as

SCOUTMASTER,

(SEMOB) AND ASSTSTATflT SCOUTMASIEB

283, and badges as

(sENroR).

241l.. S.Ms.(S.) and A.S.Ms.(S.) are appointed on the recommendation of the L.A. and D.C., rvith wa.rrants in accordance rvith Part

III.

24?e. fn no circumstances rvill a warrant of either rank granted to a lady.

247c. 'fhe special qualifications for S.M.(S.) and A.S.[I.(S.), in addition to the general qualifications set out in Rules 69-7o, are as {ollorvs:*(r) A general knou4edge of " Scoutirrg for l3oys," " The Wo1{ Cub's Handbook," " Rovering to Success," P.O.R, and current Senior Scout literature. 41

(a) oil la,mps, spirit stovcs, fianrrelette, Clrristmas decorations, cotton rvool, celiuloid; (a)) the focusing of the sun's rays; (c) Iaulty electrical insulation. (z) Explain what he wouid do, and whr,, on

tire outbreak o{ fire.

Koow the methods oI calling the Fire Brigade and the position

oI the nearest alarms to horne and H.Q. Demonstrate what he would do pending the arrival of the (3) Demonstrate horv to trace an escape of ga.s; and how to a stirrup pump. Take part iu a bucket cha,in ; and know how to use two common Iorms of fire extinguisher. Denonstra.te horv to deal with the following types ol - (4) 6re at the discretion of the Examirrer :-clotires, petroi, chimney, rnotor car, curtirin, electric, heath, gr:ass anci rick fires. use

(5)

training

Firefighter

Ilriga.de.

14) Pioneeri,ng.

Subsequent

(Corresponding l3adge

accordance with his age;

the salute as cxplained in Camp Fire Yarn 3 of " Scouting for I3oys "; and tle composition of the tloion FIag, an<l horv to hoist, break, and fly it.

Rules 451452

to keep back knot and crarvlilg tlrrough

_Demor:strate the {ollowing:----IJsc o{ scrum

crowds, improvising ropes, chair smolie.

452. (Corrosporrding Radge Ior ovcr r5-*AmbuLrnce.) F-irstAid (r) Demcxrstr:rte his knorvledge oI Tenderfoot and Second

Class First Aid.

n"Sodql q.

l't v""#*#

(z) I{uow the position of the main arteries to stop external bleeding from veins and arteries. a,nd how

(3) Make an improvised stretcher. (4) Know hou'to apply the triangular bandage

to scalp, hand, foot, knee and elbow; and the roller bandage to all limbs. (5) Demonstrate the Schii,{er rnethod of artificial respiiation. (6) Demonstrate how to send a correct message, oral, written and by telephone. (7) Take part as a member (not necessarily as leader) of a tea,m o{ three or four Scouts and deal with an incident staged by the Examiner. Such inci<lent to be based on the atrove rtems and to be conducted in as realistic a lnanner as possible. All action proper to the circumstances must be actually taken and the Examiner *'ill test for cooJncss, resonrce, correct action (message to doctor, police, Scouter, parents, etc.), and proper

treatment of the patient at all stages.

rol

Coxswain

449, (Corrt'sponding Badge for over r5-Pilot') (r) Iclentify not less than four types o{-pulling lx'rat,

(z) Age lor S.NI.(S.), not less than 3o

; or, if there is another person (other chan a lady) holding a rvarrant as G.S.NI.,

not less ttran :5. ,\gc {or A.S.},1.(S.), not less than zr.

and

,,uirL ttl" various parts oI a boat by actual demonstration' (z) Take charge of a boat's creu'and demonstrate that he can:Use the correct Pulling orders.

(:) No person holrling aty otirer rva,rrant in the same Group, except ttrat of G.S.Xf., may be appointed to either oj these rarrks.

Hring hoat alorrgside a vessel or landing stage''

.\nchor correctlY. -li.i"iolo]r"ri itiscipline.

(3) Know the elementary RuIe o{ the Road at Sea for Lrcth steiin an.l sailing ships, t<tgether u'ith any local rules for smal!' boats.

(a) Use proPerlY the {ollorving :Clove Hitch. Rolling Hitclr.

Anchor (or I'isherman's) Rend. (.5)

I(no*'the

Sear

boat.

tha't shoulcl propt:llv be carrierl in a pulling

(6) t-orm part oI a crerv of a pulling boat for an expedition a' night spent.in ot'"bt tlt* tiran :1 hours' duration, to irclude{rorn the starting .t a distance oI not less than six miles "".p point. I)esigrrer

450. (Cctrresponrling Badge {or over r5-Artist') {r) Demonstrate his interest, practice and proficiency iD bome f()rm of one o{ the tollowing :' G r f h i c I r/.-sketching, painting, etching, wooda

cuts, lino-cuts, etc.

Dccoraliuc IIzorli.'-Wallpaper design, printed or woven fabrics, posters, book-jackets, wrought

iron, etc.

Ptastic Art.-Modelling in clay, plasticine, etc." clesigning :rnd nral<ing pottery, etc. Caruing.-Woor1, stone, or semi-permanent material, e'g', soap.

Letteri.ng.-Roman, Gill Sans, Script, etc. In no case is the t'orh to be a copy or tracing, and he must bc prepared to state on his honour that the work is entirely by

his orvn hand.

2. Know the names and something of the u'ork of at least three famous exponents of the art he has chosen. roo

Bules 24?c-21?t

GBOUP OBGANTSATION

PROTICIENCY BADGES

Rules 440-450

247D. (i) The S.II"(S.) takcs charge of the Senior Troop, assistance of any A.S.lIs.(S.), subject to the gen.eral supervision as in Rulo r73 of the C.S.NL (ii) The S.M.(S.) rvill, hou'ever, delegate as far as possible to the Court of Flonour as in Rule z47r all internal matters with the

liunction*s

of discipline and adrnrnistration, includillg tl)e expeuditure o{ Senior Troop funds as defined in Iiule zo9; and in the managernent o{ t}re arllairs of the Senior 'Iroop tlie fullest possible must be made <:f the Couft of f{onour.

use

24?c. To ensure continuity it is rnost desirable that every ,\.S.I'Is.(S.) Senior 'Iroop should have an A.S.M.(S.) ; and where a Senior necesSarv Troop consists of more than 4 Patrols, additional A.S.NIs.(S.) arc desirable.

24lllo. S.Ms.(S.) and A.S.NIs./S.) weal' unifortn as in ltules Unilorm and badges in Ilules 320-322.

)ti1-292 and badges as

TEE SENIOR TROOP. ?Allc. The Senior Troop may consist of one or more Senior The Senior Scout Patrols, but the L.A. and D.C. may not permit the Iroop

development of a Senior Troop of more than one Patrol unless Con<iitions they are satislied that there is a suitable Scouter available not of formation holding any other warrant in the Group except, iI necessary,

that of G.S.[L

'll{llw. (i) A Troop I-eader(S.) may, i{ desired, be appointed Troop I-eader by thc S.M.(S.) in consultation with the Court of }Ionour. (ii) The {olklning qualifications Ability to lead.

are

required:-

Service as a Patrol Leader(S.)

lor at

The l{ing's Scout Bzrdge. A general knorvledge of " Scouting current Senior Scout literature.

(iii) The Troop badges as

in Rule

(S.)

least six months.

for Boys "

and

l-eader(S.) rve;rrs r:nilornt as in Rule 286 and 316.

242t. (i) The Selrior Troop is clivided into Senior

Scout

Patrols, Ltrols, consisting o{ not less ttha,n 4 and not more than 7 Senior Scouts including the Patrol Lea.der(S.) and Second(S.)

(ii) The Patrol should be the unit in all activities. 45

The Patrol

GROUP OBGANISATION

PROFICIET{CY BADGES

Rulos rlz16-r[48

Ztl7.:. (i) A Patrol Leader(S.) is a Senior Scout appointed by the S.M.(S.), in consultation with the Court of Honour or tlie Patrol concerned, to take charge ol a Senior Scout Patrol.

446. (Correspon<ling Badge for over r5-Photographer.) (r) Take with any camera, and develop and print:

Cameraman

Bules 24?r-24?o Patrol Leader(S.)

(ii) The Patrol Leader(S.) may carry the Patrol flag. (iii) Patrol Leaders(S.) wear uniform as in Rule 286 and badges as Second(S.)

Court ol Flonour

The Senior $cout

lnvestiture Age

in Rulc 316. 241r. (i) A

Second(S.) is a Senior Scout selected by- the Patrol I-eader(S.) u'ith +-he appror-al oi tbe S.}I.(S.) and Court of }lonour to assist him and to take his place wiren absent. (ii) Seconds(S.) wear un.ifonn as in Rule zE6 and badges a^s in Ruie -316. 24?r-. (i) The Court of Honour is a body composed ot-the Troop Leader(S.), if any, and the Patrol Le-ad-9rs(S.)-' Where there are less than three Patrois, the Seconds(S.) will also be members o{ the Court o{ Honour. Where there is only one Patrol, the Patrol in Council u'ill replace the Court of Honour. The Scouters of the Senior Troop, if present, should act in an advisory capacity onlY. (ii) 'Ihe Court of llonour deals rvith internal matters, includir,g thi'expenditure o{ Senior Troop Funds, in accorrlance with Rule z47o(ii).

TEE SENIOB SCOUT. 2Allrut. A boy becomes a Senior Scout by llvestiture, during which he makei or re-aftirms the Scout Promise as in Rule 3. He is then entitled to wear uniform as in Rule 283, and badges as in ltule 3r5. 24?N. (i) To become a Senior Scout a bo.v rnust have attairted tile age oi 15 (ur havc enterecl. emplo'rment nncler that age bel,rrc 14tlliJrril, ,rOrr, btrt not havc reacltcti his eLghteenth birttr<1a-v.

Senior Scc,ut should leave the Senior Troop at the age rrnless he receivcs tire D.C.'s sanction to remain.

(ii) 'r8 A Quali&ca-

tions

241o. Before being invested as a Senior Scout he must, unless a Scout holding the First Class badge, complete the Initial Test as follows :-. (r) or repass the Tenderfoot Tests, and make or re' Pass alirnr tILc Scout Promisc.

(z)' Have a knorvleclgc of tire life and work of B.-P., and the broad outlirres oI the history of the Movcment. (:'t a Patrol in tir.e six exercis,es-given in " Scouting for "' Lead Boys," ancl cxplail to the Partrol the importance of tahing

of his body rvith special refelence to cleanliness, fresh air, exerciie and rdst. Explain the main dangers

car-c

to sood health and how to avoid them, and understand the-importance of moderation in all thiugs. (4) IJave spent a total o{ at least three- nights away from Irome,

in tlrc ,:otnparry of Senior Scouts, slccping in

tent, hut, barn or simiiar shelter' 46

Scouter, a Policeman, a Postman.

(z) Discuss rz photog::aphs supplied by the Examiner, and arrange them in order of merit, as they appeal to him, giving his reasons.

Ul, (Corresponding Badge {or over r5-Camp Warden.) (r) I(now what are the normal requirements in regard to :-(a) Personal kit for a week's camp. (b) Personal kit {or a week-end hike or cmise. (c) The equipment and rations for a week-end

Camper

Patrol camp or cruise (7 Scouts). Demonstrate the packing oI his personal kit in (b) in rucsac or kitbag. (z) Either know the principal points to look for when selecting a.Patrol or Troop camp site, and describe with rough plan hou' he would lay out a Patrol camp with reference to tent, kitchen, sanitation, etc.: or know how to select an nnchorage, tnoorirlg or berth fs1 ;-a ro*'ing or sailing vessel or a sea-going vessel. (3) Make antl shorv the following knots in use :. SIip Reef, f)ouble Sheet Rend, Figure of Eight, Bou,Iine on l3ight and Manharness Hitch. Pitch, strike, pack and l<nolv tiow to talie care of a Patrol tent. (4) While living in camp cook all rneals for hirnself for z4 hours to the satis{action o{ the E>r:rminer or a Scouter. While in camp he must make satisfactory arrangements for storirrg of food and disposal

refuse.

(5) Have camped under canvas with a Troop or Patrol {or

a total of not

less

than

15 nights.

448. (Corresponding Badge Ior over r5--Master Cook.) (r) i\llake a properly-equip;red carnp kitch.en with operr

fire, and prepare thereon three of the foliowing dishes:

sterv,

z>s?yuil?;T-l',"i1;*l:*:aiJ:";,T;;*.1"';,1",'$t'i"1tt make ntay equivalent,

f/,/ I V

Examiner

consider

and

W,P :i J#:::xi- ;";:,Tr r":?r:r:"':#ilJ*f; in factorily for a Patrol or Troop

camp, for not

less than one complete day.

(3) Make two oI the {ollowing

:-Trvist, Damper, Flapjack. 9q

Cook

Rules 443-445

PROFICIENCY BADGES

(3) Demonstrate three

CR,OUP ORCANIfIATION

of the following :.-

(a) Improvised methods o{ moving injured persons having clue reg:rrd to their sa{cty and cornfort. (ir) Climbing a tree to a height oI at least zo l'eet from the

(5) Hike or row a boat with a Senior Scout a tlistance ofr eight miles. Ilt.necd not necessarilv camD fr,r ilrel night, hut will, irr all cdscs, carrv o po.k'p..p.,ity packedl irirnself, erect a tent, light !y for

e, h.", ird m"aisl "o<rti himself and his compa.niirrr. On his return he shall give a verbal report to ti-re lroop or patrol. The Seniorl Scout compa,nion will also repdrt on his proficiency.

ground and lashing on the founda.t.ion spars of a look-out post.

(r:) Rowirg a bo:rt, p:tddling a cance, or poling a punt for at leilst half a mile.

(d) The construction of a sunclial, or :r gaclget to firrd the

11u6 \orth. (r) Any method o{ purifyir:g contaminated water and of

straining muddy v'zrter.

g4?p. After investiture a.s a Senior Scout, he p.oc"".lrl

to qualify for :(r) Irirst Class Scout-if not already ss. (Iiule 43r.)

Mate

a 'Iingle, or appl7t a. canvas patch to a kayali. (z) Ile erble to make tbe follorving TJends and Hitches: Timber Hitch, Rollirg Hitch, Marline

Spike I-Iitcir, lJ1;rr:hwall llitch, Midshipman's

l-Iitch, Fisherura.n's l3enrl, Carrick Bend, Bowline

on Bight, ltunning Bou'lire, Catspaw, and

be able_to mouse a hook; Short and Eye Splices, Single \['all ancl Crown and a ]llatthe* Walt<er.

(3) Make a fender, either o{ rope or canvas, suitablc for a

puliing boat.

ir cleaning and painting a

boat.

(5) Know the contents oI a Boat's Bag. (6) Make tlie {ollowing on a Bosun's call :Dinner. The Carry On. Away Ship's Boat Lash Up and Stow. The Still. Pipe Down. -8ookma.n

/l45. (Corresponding l3adge for over rs-Reader.) Supply to the Exarniner, previous to the test, a list o{ at Ieast r? books {rom those he has read during the previous l: n)onths. Discuss these txroks rvith the Examiner and explain rvhy he lead them, his order o{ pre{erence rvith rea,sons, ancl ansrver questions on the contents oI the books. Explain horv books should be cared for. q8

Subscorrent-

ir"'i;i;s*

444. (Corresponding Ba<1gt: {or over r.5-Boa.tsrvain.) (r) Repair a sma1l lcak in a prrlling boat by mea,ns of

(4) Take a leading part

(z) Rushman's Thong, Seaman's I3a,dge, or Airman,s Badeel (RuLe 434), a,s may Lre appropriate. t (3) King's Scout (Ittrle 433).

24?8. (i)

Boatswain's

Rules 247o-250

Senior Scout P;rtrols and Senior'Iroops

in a

I-.A. lCornbilr,rl

may meet together as desire<l for trai.ing or othir activities,l r:ructi,ss but such a combination mav not be registJred as a L.A. Senioil

Troop.

(ii) Such activities r,r'ill be stimulated and co-ordinatecl bsl the 1).C. or,A..D.C.1S.) (,r su(:[r othcr c:<pcrienctd Scoutcr as thil D.C. may appoint Ioi thc pur-posc.

24tp. A Scnior Scout wears unift.irln as itr I{ule z8r, an.ll

btdges as in Rutc

ar5.

l;#^T;';s".

ROVEB LEADEB AND ASSISTANT ROVER LEADER,.

248.

R.S.Ls. and A.R.S.Ls. are appointed on the recommendazr.nd D.C., r.vith ivirrants in accord.ance lritU

tion of the L.A. Part

rrr.

R.S.L. enrt e.n.$.fr.

f*#"i

,AS. In no circumstances will a warrant for either .ank be Lurdie' granted to a iadv.

250. The special qualifications lor It.S.L. and A.R.S.L., in Oualificaaddition to the general qualifications set out in Rules 69-7o, fions 21s a5 fqll6w5 ;(r) A general knowiedge of " Scouting for Boys," " Rovering. to Success," P.O.R., and current Senior Scoutliterature-.I

(z) A general knowledge o{ the social needs of the community in his neighbourhood and ability to find service for his Rovers. (3)

r\ personal standing, character ancl experience o{ life, such as will enable him to iead young men, ald an

understanding of the principles o{ leadership involved (4) Acceptance bv the Itovers of tite Crew concerned. {S) Age sufircient to enable him to carry out the work satis{actorily. I).C.s and L.A.s are expected to consider carefully tlie suitability of the applicant in this respect, and particularly in relation to ttre ages oI the members 17

Bules 250-257

tt Functions

of title

.o R.S.L. under 30 or an A.R.S.L. under 25. 25L. (i) The R.S.L. takes charge of the Crew with the assistance of any A.R.S.L., subject to the general supervi'*ion as in RuIe r73 of the G.S.M. (ii) The tri.S.L. will, however, entrust as far as possible to the Crew all internal natters of discipline :Lnd administration,

252. Where the context so requires, the term R.S.L. shall, in respect o{ all {unctions, be taken to mean any one of the persons acting as the lczr"dcr oI the Crew under Rule 255'

IJniform

and

badges

253.

R.S.L.s ancl A.I{.S.L.s wear uniforrn as in Rules 2gr-292,

and badges as in Rules 320-322.

TI{E

The Crew Aims

of formation

Llombined r,,-reetings

is " finding himself," i.e., developing his character and his po'wers, and endeavours to help him to put into pract-ice in a wider world the principles of the Scout Promise and Lat'. P55. Before the L.A. and D.C. approve the forrnation of a Crew, it js essential that there shouid be :(r) a suitable leader who should, if possible, be a rvarranted Ii.S.L. Failing this, the L.A. and D.C. must arrange either for the G.S.IVI. or one of iris assistants to be in charge (in u,irich case the qualifications laid down in RuIe z5o must he observed) or for adequate supcrvision by the D.R.S.I-. or A.D.C. Ior Rovers, (") suitab.lc premises. I 256. (i) llhe Rovers in a I-.A^ may meet together as desired for activities under the leadership of the A.D.C. for Itovers,

the D.R.S.L., or any R.S.L. a.ppr:oved by the L.A. and D.C. (ii) Such a body oI Rovers cannot be registcred as a L.A' Crew

Stages

or Group

since

all tlie

Rovers rnust already be members

of Groups registered un<i.er the L.A. | 25?. (i) The Rover Crew is divided into three stages I

I I I

:trt 'l'he Probatit,nt'r Stage-

follows

Rover Squires.

(z) The Training Stage--after Investiture as Rovers. t:t The Service Stage-the older members of the Crew" 48

Angler

(z) Have a knowledge of the fish that inhabit the watcrs oI the local.ity. (3) Know the rules concerning ihe close

season

the size o{ {ish allowed to be taken. Explain t6g1e" and l# J;;'I; oI the riversitte.

(4) Demonstiate how

to iit up rod, line and

casts.

(5) Knou'the sizes o{ hooks most suitable and show a. knorvbait. Demonstrate the correct way to use a, landing

ledge of oet.

(6) Ltake a float. 44P., (Corresponding Badge tbr over r5-\'enturer.)

CREW.

254. Rover Scoutirrg is a Brothei:hood of the Open Air and Service, the purposes o{ w'hich are:(r) to continue tlre training in citizenship given to Cubs, Scouts and Senior Scouts, with the sarne objects as are laid don'n in Rule r, but with a u'ider outlook appro-

priate to the age of Rovers; and (z) to encourage Rovers to make use{ul careers for themselves and to render scrvice to the community. Rover training covers the period during which the young maD

Conditions

441. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Irisherman.) (r) Catch, prepa:re and cool< his fish.

o{ the Crerv. In normal circumstances an application for a warrant of this rank should not be submittecl for

including the expenditure of Crerv funds, as delined in Rule zo9.

,Extension

Rules 441-443

PROFICIENCY BADOES

GROI'P OR,GANISATION

Athlete

(r) Demonstrate the proper method of sitting, stzrnding, wa.lking and rurrning, artd r,[ starting in a race. a$9yU_ '% (:) Gain points irr f,ve of the follorving tests in %' EfA 5tr W accordance rvith his age:-

Vffi /4 '*o&q'

:.:

r.3

years --3z points.

vcars--38 points.

years-44 points.

Standavrl 6 points

(i)

roo yards

(ii) I{alf-mile

2.55 mlns.

3ft. 6in. (iv) Throrving the

Cricket Ball

(v) Scout's Pace,

one

mile. Variation

either way

4,itil.

(Corresponding Badge for over r5-Pioneer.)

,\$fl"Yb^ (r) Make a sa.tisfactory shelter for tr,r'o people, 1/,/ 'fiih fuusing. natural materials, and sleep in it, alone or ?,1 r(i.lili ffiwith another Scout, for at lcast one night.

%'Wrru..iil,iu:il}":;?.'.-jl',H:i'.:'ffi r""?Xl;:.il 97

Backwoodsman

Ruies 438-440

GROUP ORGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

258. 'fhis structure o{ the Crew is <iesigned so as:(r) to provide a programme of activities for the anc'l Rovers under

Air

Apprentice

1.5).

438. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Air llecnanic.) (r) Know the proper conduct to adopt, and the ordinary

safety precautions to {ollow, when on an airfield or near aircra-{t.

(z) I(irow horv to be of practical help to a pilot

by indicating rviud direction by day and by night, and keeping his lancling strip clear. I{ow to help a pilot bv picketing an aircra{t, how to

and improvise them antL how to assist. in refueiling aircraft. use chocks

(3) Have a knowledge of airfield procedure, rules and

regrrlations.

(4) Know what constitutes a reasonable landing ground for" heavy types, medium types, light types and gliders. Know the. situation of established airfelds within a radius oI ro miles. Aircraft Modeller

480. (Corresponding

Ba<1ge

structor).

(r) Make a

for over r5-Aircraft

scale model o{ any specific (Use of kit not permissible.)

type of

Con-.

aeroplane-

hu*,n;,*,,!'Jil?u:ir;:,0"1r""13:ii:::l:,""1]ll":tf; *5i, /"t conditions specified by thc .Examiner. % VA:**"g1-i,l 'Wi (3) Flave a knou-ledge of the principles of Vr' -tqg.t r" their effeot on stability and 3:*"ll.,rl".r"Otng

Air Spotter

440. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Air Observer.) (t) Recognise correctly from silhouettes shovrn for ten seconds each, 75 per cent. of thc aircraft given on a list published annually by I.H.Q. At least z5 per cent. to be shown head-on. /:$oYt.r' iz {?-);r."^ (:) Drarv and. prorluce a chart of the national W'-{.!!- ',,1 markings, both service and civil, oI tlie aircralt W, *' l/ o{ Great Britairr and two {oreign countries. "fcoul$' (3) Have kept a log over a period o{ three months reporting a1l aircra{t seen, giving date, place, direction in which flying, numher o{ engines and country o{ origin, or, if this is not possible, satisfy the Examiner as to his abilitv to identi{y aircraft in flight. g6

Squires{

training in compliance with Ruid 254, l (z) to continue to provirle a Brotherhood of the Open Airl arrd Service fof those not under training.

PBOFICIENCT BADGES

Boy Scouts (Under

Bules 158-864

S59. (i) Rovers untler trainirrg r,r-ill arrange ttreir ownl Activities prograrnme, but the whole CreN, wrll meet from time to time I for service, social, and other activities. I (ii) The Crew may be dividetl into teams or patrols as andl when necessary for any particular purpose. I 260. .(i) A Rover }Iate is a Rover elected annually by the R6vs1 ^ Crew with the approval of the Ii.S.I-., in orcler to help in its Xi;i; leadership.

(ii) There should be one }Iate to every {our to six llovers. (iii) Ro-ver Nlates wear uni{orm as in Rule 288, ancl badges

iu Itule

3r8.

261. (i) Where the size of the Creu, makes it desirable. a! ,--^-. 3::x,:::ii1'nfir,":".lTT::rT;'.":?"fl 9;;i'T"H:?tTii:?::li:.11-:'1,""0 to dcal with internart matters.of <lisoiptire,- adnrinistr:rrion iiii'i?j,..the expenditure oI funds as d.efined iir Rule zo9. ".dlI ii;^^-'""(ii) Where the size of the Crerv does not warrant settins uol a Crew Cou,]cil, the whole Crew shall, subject to Rule "z-5r',1 " exercise the functions of such a Council. I (iii) Matters relatiug exclusively to Rovcr Squires and Roversl undcr training should-be dealt wiiir by those Rbvers themselves.

A Ror-er may take up a warrant without ceasing to Scouters ,bc262. a member ol the Crew, but his duties as a Scouter must c-omelMenrbers f,rsj. Ilre possession oI a warrant rvill not givc him r.r-ry pre-l

cedence as a Rover.

_ 263. . If occupation, age, or other circumstances. prevcnt a Rover from carrving on a1 a mcmber of his Crew, .his mcmber._ Termination ;i'..""-'^" ship of the Crew sf,all cease. I membership

TIIE

BOYER, SQUIRE.

264.. Before a voung man is adnrittcd to a Creu., the following _ _o ,.the -, Iiover conrlitions lrrust be obscrr.ed :_ (r) He must be approved by the G.S.lr. and R.S.L..rdl33ltii"r. by the Crew. ^' ol (z) He must either be recommencled by the S.NI. as l\{embership Scor:t, or by the S.II.(S.) as a Senilr Scout, rviro is. " lrying to act up to his Scout obiigations, inclucling thel dorr)g ol good turns, or iI not previouslv a Scorii or Senior Scout, he must be willing to ldarn p.actlcal I Scouting, pursue the open-air liJe,"and accept'the 1v6yl

ol ltle set forth in the Scout lromise and Law. 49

Rules P,64-869

GBOUP OBGAMSATION

PROFICIENCY BADOES

(:) The age for aclmission is necessarily dependent on the physical and mental development of a boy in his progress to manhood. He must be at lea,st r7$ years ol

Bailge. (For Sea Scouts only). Seaman's Badge Must lrold the First Class Badge and three of the following :

Seamau's

Venturer, Boatswain, Helmsman, Fisherman, Naturalist, Meteorologist, Astronomer, of wirich the Venturer and either the BoatswaiD or Helmsman are obligatory.

age, and preferably r8.

(a) The latest age {or admission as a Squire is hiS z3rcl trirthday. Older men may be admitted under Rule 272 (2).

265.

On admission to zr Crerv. he is known as a Rover Squire as he is invested as a Itover.

until such time Training

as Rover Squire

266. lJefore a Rover Squire can be invested a,s a Rover he must have fu1filled the following conditions to tire satisfaction of the R.S.L.

(r) (z) (3) (4)

(5)

Uniforrr and badges

the

Bover

Inl.estiture

311d g1gv,'

and studied "'Soouting for Boys " and " Rovering to Success," and current Senior Scout

FI:Lve read

literature,. Have studied and understood the Scout Promise and Scout Lar*' as they concern Rovers, ancl be applying them in a spirit of unselEsh service to life in general. Have sufficient knor,ledge to train a boy of Scout age in the Tenderfoot tests. With a Rover, rvho will make a report to the R.S.L., go on foot across country, or by boat sailed or propelied by himself, a total distance of uot less than 18 miles, carrying his hit and sleeping out (in tent, hut or barn according to season) for not less tiran one night, catering and cooking for himself and his cornpanion. Flave undergone such period of plobation as the G.S.II., R.S.L. and Crew m;ry rcquire.

26?. (i) Rover Squires wiro have been Scouts or.Senior

Scouts wear uniform as in Rule 287, and, badges as in RuIe 3r7. (ii) A. Rover Squire who has not been a Scout or Senior Scout and rvistres to wear uni{orm and badges, must first pass the Tenrier{oot test arrd make the Scout Promise.

TIIE ROVER. Squire rnav be investcrl a-q soon a.fter a prob:r,tionary lperiod as the G.S.1\i., R.S.L. and Crew thirrk fit. 269. Some process of self-examination (in thc forrn of a Vigil or otherwisc) and ern lnvestiture, during which he will reaf6.rm or make tbe Scout Prornise, are essential to emphasise I gOA. .\

Airmants Bailge. (For Air Scouts only.) Airma.n's Badge Nlust hold the First Ciass Batlge aud tirree of the follorving : Venturer, Air Mechanic, Air Navigator, Air Glider, Meteorologist, Naturalist, Astronomcr, of which the Yenturer and either Air Mechanic or Air Navigator are obligatory. (Note.-Bushman's Thong, Seoman's and ,l,irucan's Badges are altevnatiues and, only one may be worn.)

435. His Majestv the Iiing has been graciously pie:rsed tcr Kiug's authorise the issue of a special Royal Scout -,r\ Zx\2,)..\. Celtiticate to Senior Scouts who gain the King's Scout l3adge. A King's Scout is one wh.o, luviiig thoroughl-v traineri himsell in Scoutcra{t, places that training at the disposal of the conrmunity for Public Service. Be{ore being awarded the King's Scout

Badge a Scout must : Flold the Bushman's Thong (or Seamzrn's or Airman's I3adgtN and four of the senior Pubiic Service Badges of which Ambulance

is obligatory. A l(ing's Scout wlll receive his Badge, if he so desires, from the Chief Scout, wiro holds reccptions {or thc ourpose at convenient intervals at I.H.Q.

436. In respect of the special proliciency baclges, L.A.s Alternativo may be authorised by the C.C. to grant the badges on tests tests for other than those presented in Rules +38-524, provided that the Special tests-* 13adges (r) are laid down by the Public l.lducation Authority in the Countv or Borough;

(z) are not easicr than the tests in the Rules;

(:) fulfil the

same general purpose.

43?. It is no lorrger necessary {or certain tests to annually.

rc-passed

the fact that as a Iiovcr he is undertaking certain definite -responsibilities. A {orrn of ceremony, with suggestions {or the lself-exanrinatiun or Vigil, is published under the title, " The lPresentation of a ltc,vcr Scout," and may be trad on payment lirom I.H.Q. (Equipment Dept.). | 'ffr. Investiture shouid be carried out by the R.S.L. II he lis not available it should be performed by a Scouter who has lhimself been invested as a Rover. 5o

Rules 434-48?

be1 I

2?0. The Rover is expected to adopt and be governed by Trairring --Idea-ls the {ollowing principles :(r) His Promise o{ Duty to God, through a couscientious

include meat, over a wood fire in the open; 6nd his' camp site and camp {or the night. He must carry.out any-instructions given by the Exaniner as to things to be observed en route.

efiort to develop his own spiritual life, and through the practice o{ his religion. (z) His Promise of Duty to the King, through an carnest endeavour to secure a proper ltnowledge of the Govern-

by water' and partly by land-at least five miles of the 14 to'

Sea Scout may do this journey partly

be done on foot. This test should be taken last.

ft)

Pwblic

Sevuice.

(a) Have a comprel:ensive knowledge o{ the Highway (bqe, ' ' includirig.-ani.ier afpendices and supplementary notes, and be questions and give demonstrations in able to relation to anY Part in it.

to be expressed in his actions, and in goodrvill, fellowshjp and clean-living.

t182. The I'irst Class badge is granted by the L.A. on the recommendation o{ the D.C. (or s.imeone other than a Scouter

9'lL. (i) A{ter Investiture, the Rovel rvill undergo training, 'frainingchoosing his activitit:s {roru t}re gloup of subjects listed below, Prar:.tical

S.If. The lattr:r will exarnine for all tests except {or the iourney; the D.C. (c'r his nominee as zr,bove) will give the

subjects under each of thcse heacls:-.-

and should aim at progressive developrnent in one or

instruciions for the journey and rvill examine the rough notes made riuring the jouiney and the iog which can be written-up a{ter the joirney.- Both-log and note.s must be handed in within a week oI the journey.

\['or]d .A{fairs. National Af{airs.

Cultural Subjects. Scoutcraft.

Hanclcrafts, I{obbies and Sy>rts.

I 433. The Scout Cord, a braided lanyard in Scout ggeen, l*ort oo the right shoulder. ReIore being awarded the Scout Cord, a Scout must :Ilold the First Class 1)adge and six Proficiencl' Badges'

(ii) An essential part of the training of llovers is the rnanagemelt of the affairs of their own p.rrt of the Crew undcr the general leadership of the .F{.S.L.

'Ihe Scout Cord may only be gained bv a Scout under r5 but he will continue to wear it until such time as he gains the Bushman's Thong or its equivalent.

g?2. The Rover rvili move up to the Scrvice Stage of the Crew at latest by his z5th birthda,v; and the following may also join the Service Stage:---

(iii) Service activities entail ca,reful selection and preparation according to the needs of the indivi<lual Rover as well as of the Crew as a whole.

two of u'hich must be selected from Backrvnodsman, Camper, Cook, Stalker, Starman, Weatherman, Woodcraftsman-

Thong;

Ifis Promise to Obey the Scout Law by adopting.-it as an ideal

of the Scout's own Group, appointed by the D.C.) anrl the

Bushrnan's

Citizen.

(3) His Prornise of Duty to his Neighbours, lhrough a logical development oI the Scout Good Turn, after pr-oper prepar-ation and training, into some form of 6tteitive service to the cornmunity. In so doing he

(a)

eflect all reasonable rePairs. (d) Understand the procedure for reporting road accidents.

Cord

ment of his country, and to per{orm his duty as a

is asked to realise that his first service is to his home and to establish himself in life. He should rnake every endeavour to consolidate his positiorr so that he is not a burden on others, or on the State.

(b) Demonstrate the principles of controlling traffrc. he has the use of a bicvcle, demonstrate that he is' (c) '' If keeping it properly maintained and that he is able to

The Scout

Rules 9?0-972

GBOIIP ORGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Rules t[31-t[34

434. Before bcing awarded the Bushman's Thong, a nlust :-

Scout

Hokl the First Class Badge and threc of the foilowing : Venturer, Camp Warrlen, Forester, Naturalist, I{eteorologist,

I'ioneer, Tracker, Astronomer, of which the Venturer is obligatory. A Scout may not hold both the Astronomer an<1-I{ete.orologist Badges to qua.lify for the Thong. For Sea and Air Scouts, the following badges are the equivaIent of the Bushman's Thong:9+

(r)

Rovers lvho, {or good reasons which satisfy the R.S.L. and Crew, are unable to take part in the activities given in Rule z7r $\.

(z) Men rvho ha.ve not undergoue training but rvlxr have passed their zjrrJ birtirday may be investcd a{ter such proba.tionary period a.nd a{ter {ulfilling sucir o{ the conditions required of a Rovcr Squire a,s the R.S.L. and Crelv may require. (3) Scouters. 5r

Service Stage

Bules 278-2?4r

Uniforrtr

and badges

GROI'P OR,GANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

| 273. lhe extent and description of the service and other lactivities in this Stage are {or the R.S.L. and Crerv to decide. 2?4. Rovers u.ear uniform as in Rules 288-289, ancl badges as

Demonstrate the use <rf the triangular bandage as applied to the knee, head and foot. Demonstrate ho*' to deal with shoch at all sta.ges. (c) Swim 5o yards. If a doctor certifies that bathing is dangerous to a boy's health, the latter must, instead

in Rule 3r8.

oI this,

Olil Scout Branoh

Puqrose

Formation, etc.

THE OLD SCOUT BRANCTT (GBOUP). 274r. Ihe purpose of the O1d Scout Branch is to give its

pass_o-ne barlges: Camper, -oI the following Handyman, \Aroodcra{tsman, Naturalist, Ra.ckuo6ds-

man, Pioneer, Stallier, Tracker, Starman or Astronomer.

me.,mbers

a feeling of continued possession in tire Group and to utilise their services for the support, development, and- welfare of the Group and its traditions.

2?4e. (i) An Old Scout Branch may be {ormed in cornection with a Group by procedure similar to that laid down in Rule

The County Commissioner may allow a Scout to gain the l,-irst Class badge without passing the Swimming Test, provided he is satist:d that it is not practicabl6 for the Scout to obtain facilities for learning to swim, and that the Scout under r5 gains the Jobman l3adge and the Scout over r5 the Handyman Badge as in alternative. The Scout should make every -effort to pass the swimrning test as soon as possible.

r94 for the addition of a Section to a Group.

(ii) The Old Scout Branch is, however, distinct frorn the three Sections of the Group, and Rules tg7-2tr do not apply

d3l Cbserualion.

(a) Read the m.eaning ol a series of simple tracks made in sandy or other suitabie ground. These sliould include

to it except where specifically

stated. It must be entirely self-supporting, and its funds and f.nances must be kept separate from those of the Group.

(iii) The Old Scout Branch oI a Group may be disbanded by procedure similar to that iaid dow-n in }iule r95 for the disbandment oI a Section. (iv) The provisions of Rule 196 apply in cases of refusal to approve formation of, or decisions to disband, an Old Scout Branch,

Members ex-officio

Registration of

Old

Scouts

Precalutions and Reports

2?4c. All Scouters oI the Group whilst holding warrants

as such are ex of&cio members of the Group Old $cout lJranch.

2?4n.

The OId Scout BraLnch of :r Group may at its discretion,

but subject to the approval of the D.C., register annually as an Old Scout any former member o{ the Group qualified in

accordance with Rules z74c an:d z74a; ai:l, simiiarly, may at any time remove the name o{ any person from the register.

214r. The Old Scout Branch and the D.C. in making any decision under Rule z74o must adopt the precautions required by Rules 7z-73, and must report to I.H.Q. through the C.C. any case in which it appears that it is undesirable that any person should become or remain a member oI the Movement.

TIIE OLD SCOUT. The Olil Scout

Registration

274p. (i) An Old Scout is a person who is so registered either by the Oid Scout Branch of a L.A. in accordance with Rule t67D or of a Group in accordance with RuIe 274n. (ii) Registration as an Old Scout is oniy valid for twelve rnonths and must be renewed each year. 52

runxilg, iimping, carrying a weight, walking backwards, and blind gaits. (b) Ee lble to recognise and name, from lists submitted by the Scout, 12 common trees and 6 common birds.

(c) tising improvised apparatus, such as a Scout staff, . estimate three distances not more than half-a-mile, and three heights not more than roo feet. In each case the estimate to be within ten per cent. error above or below the actual.

{4) Pioneering.

(a) Demonstrate the following : sheerlashing ; back and eye-splice ; fireman's chaLir knot ; man6arness knot ; rolling hitch. (b) Use a felling axe for felling or trimming ligh.t timber, or, if this r,s impracticable, be able to log up a piece oi timber ancl demonstrate the tireory of felling i, tree.

Signalli.mg.

a message out-of-doors, either in at rate four (zo letters a mitrute) or in Morse at rate three (r5 Ietters a minute). He must also understand the alphabetical check fornumerals. Where it is desired to pass the test in Morse by btzzer, Serrd and receive

Semaphore,

the test may be taken indoors provided the sender and receiver are out of sight oI eaCh other. (6) Exploring. (a) Read.and b-e able to use a one-inch Ordnance Survey map (or its local,equivalent). Use a compass and polnl

out

a- compass direction by day or night without the aid of a compass. (6) Go on foot, alone or with another Scout, a z4 hour journey of at least 14 miles. In the course of the

journey he must cook his own meals, one of rvhich must 93

Ruls t[8l

Rules 429-431

GROUP ORGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

2?4c. Any person of r8 years of age r:r over who rras Qualificaformerly a rnember o{ a rcgistered Group, or who was }rim-- tions sel{ forirerly registerecl ,. u'i-o.r" Scout, ione Senior Scout, orl Deep Sea Scout, orwho has heid any warrant as a Scouter, is eligible for registration as an O1d Scout. 2?4u. 'fhe essential conclitions o{ registration as an Okl

\41 Pioneering.

(a) f ie the Iollorving l<nots and know their uses-tirnberhitch and fir;herman's. Demon:;trate square anil rliagonai lashings by constructirtg a trestle of Scout staffs. (b) Know the safety rules and care of a hand-axe anrtr knife. Demonstrate how to chop fir'eu,oocl

Signalling.

I(now the ilIorse or Sernaphore sign {or every letter in the alphabet, and for the numerals--also the table of Miscellaneous Signals in Camp Fire Yarn 7 of " Scout-

Be able to send and receir,'e a simple message accurately out-of-doors.

ing for Boys."

(6) Exploring. (a) Know the 16 points of the compass and horv to set

Scout are :(r) a desire to liver as a. man in accordance s,ith the Aims and Basis of the Association (Rule r), (z) the making or re-affirmation of the Scout Promise, (3) a continued interest, a.s active as possible, in the Scout work o{ the Group or L.A.

2'14t. Old Scouts may wear uniform as in Rule tg8.L, a,nd Uniforrn and badges in RuIe 325e.

badges as a

map.

(b) La1, ancl light a fire out-of-doors, t'ith natural rnaterials, usine two rnatches only; cooli over this fire porridge for two and a twist or damper. Q\ Pttblic Sevaice. (a) Show th;rt he understarnds thc Highway Code I'aras. t, 2, q, 5, 6 ar,d 7 (Tri all roaci users). (To all pedestrians). Paras. 9-z r ('l'o cyclists).

Paras.6z--75

(b) he has the usc of a bicycle, demons;trate that he is ' If keeping it ploperly rnaintained and that ire is able to cflect nrit:or repails.

430. The Rarige is granted by the I..A. oo the recomrnendation of the S.NI., rvho acts as Examincr. First Scout

Class

43L. Refore being awarded the First Class Badge, a Secoud Class Scout must pass the following tests :{t) Prrlininary.

(a) IVIust be zrble to re-pass the Second Class Tests.

(b) X'lust have camped, as a Scout, for a total of ro niglrts bcfore cot-npleting his lrirst Class

f'ests.

One rveeh-end camp, at lcast,

nrust be included in the total.

(z) Health. (a) I)cmonstrate the proper n':ethod o{ dealiug with the follou,ing en'rergencie:i-fire, drolvrriag, ice-bre;rl<ing ancl elcctric shcck. (b) I{now t}re position o{ thc main arteries and how to stop cxternal blceding lrom veins a,nd a.rteries. Dernonstrate hou'to deal rvith fractures of the coliarbone, arnr, and Iore-arrn. Understand the importance of not movittg othcr suspccted fluctures 92

Eules g74c-8?4I

t.r

IIIIFORM

Bules 975-280

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Public Service Badges in the Senior range will not bel grouped and wiII be rvorn separately. I .(7) The I{ing's Scout Badge is worn on the left arm abovel the First Class Badge and surrounded by the qualifyingl

PAR'[ VII.

Public Service Badges. I (8) Thc Bushman's 'fhong is worn round the right shoulder.l (9) 'Ihe.Seaman's Badge is worn in the centre of the rightl

UNIFORM. -?

GENERAL.

2?5. I'he correct unifonn to be worrr by Scouls, Scouters, Non-executive and l-Ionorary ranks, and OId Scouts, as also by

Oeneral

Uniform

d..,

helping with Scout Groups, is described under the various headings in this Part o{ P.O.R. The badges of rzrnk to be worn are set out in Part VIII.

pAeiJ- N" altelation ma)z be made in the uniform as described, nor any addition to it, with the exception of authorised badges and decorations and certain optional articles as set out in various rules below. ,?'

i,,,,

i :;'. :.. t r, !t

in certain cases when

ntembers of the Girl Guidcrs Association

descriherl

i' r

:J' tsright metal buttons. una.uthorised badges, fancv decorations a,nd personal adornments, must rot be dispiayed.

;

)').-

Public,, , , 8t7.' Whenever uniform is worn in public it must l)e c()rrcct occasrotri,,.i and .complete-, ,'.,t ,,.i ', , .':i \ r -'1-t 2?,& Members of the Movement may, zrt the discretion oI Camp the Scouter in charge, lvear any convenient clothing in camp, but whenever they appear in public oulside the camp iimits,

thcy mu.st bc in proper.unilorm.

Scarf colours

;.'r& fl,r,. " 5;-- .-..: i', \'irt "'1 2?5. (i) Similar scarves must be worn by ali

members of a

Group.

(ii) Tire colour and design of Group scarves will be chosen by the G.S.nt. in consultation with the Group Council, subject to the approval of the L.A. anrl D.C., rvho will arrange that as far as possible no two Groups in the same I..A. shall have scarves of the same colour and design.

Kitt

280. The following persons, other than ladies, may wear the kilt with a plain leather sporran :(r) Ary person holding any rank in the Movernent in Scotland.

(z) Elsewhere than in Scotland, the rnembers of any Section of a Group or of tho OId Scout Branch of a Group,

provided they all rveal the kilt, and that:111 the members o{ the Group are of Scottish dcscent-i.a., have at least one grandparent o{ pure Scottish blood.

(3) Persons qualified as undcr (r) or (z) in respect of service

in lreland or Irish 54

descent.

Rules tl28-429

(ro) The.Airman's Batlge is rvorn in the centre of tne rigntl

(rr) A Scout may continue to wear any

badges

or.o.Url

gained under the regulations previous to rst October, I rg4ti, for a period o{ trvo years, or until he qualiiiesl under the present conditions. I (re) AII Senior Scout badges will be worn above any badgesl gained before rst October, 1946 (until rst October,l 1948) and above any badges gained whilst the Scoutl was under r5.

429. l3efore being awarded the Secon<i Class Badge, the Second Scout rnust pass the {ollot'ing tests:Class Scout (r) Prelintinary. .[lust be ab]e to re-pass the Tenderloot'Iests. (z) Heultlt. (a) Show how to deal with the {ollor.ing cornmorr milor accidents

I'Iinor cuts and

scratches.

Sprains. ]3ruises.

Bleeding frorn the nose. Stings and bites. Burns and scalds. Know how to avoid sunburning, aud thep itnportance of doiirg so. I Dcmonstratt. the usc of the tria.ngular baudage as a' sling.

I)emonstrate hotv to summon hclp and to treat for shock (not electric). (b) Know the general rules o{ treaith as given in Camp Fire Yarn 18 of " Scouting for Boys." (c) Demonstrate the Six Excrcises described in Camp I;'ire Yarn 17 o{ " Scouting {or Boys." (3) Obseruation. (a) Kim's Ganre. Describe, in u'ritilg, 16 out o{ z4 wellassorted articles follolving one minute's obscrvation, or follow a trail hal[-a-rnile lorig cont;rining not ]ess than 3o rvoodcr-aft signs, in z5 nrinutes. (D) I3e able to recognise and name, from a list submitted by the Scout, six common trees, an<l know flre values of

their *oods for

6.res.

c)l

RuIe d28

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Method ol wear

4?5. Scout proficiency badges are \vorn on the right arm in parallel ro*'s between the shoulder and the ellrcw, except as

follows

(r)

TJre Second Class Badge is worn on the

the shoulder and tlre elbou.

shoulder, rvhenever gained.

(a) I'jubllc Service Badges will be rvorn on the left -A,id

zrrrn

or Ambuiance Badge at the top.

Public Service Badges are as follorvs :-Ltnder t5

Oucr

CUBS.

left arm between

(z) The First Class Radge is rvorn *'hen gained in the place r:f the Second Class. (3) The Ambulzrnce }3aclge is the only badge wortr on both a.rnrs. It must be worn as the top tradge nearest the

the }.irst

Bules 281-288

UNIFOBM

281. (i) A Cub wcars unilorrn as {ollows, u'ith the appropriate of rank described in Rules 3o7-3ro. Cap. Green, with yellou' piping, with cloth Wol{'s head badge in {ront. Scarf. OI tire Group colour worn with a u,'oggle (other tlLan Gilwell pattern) or a loose knot at the throat. Jersey. Dar)< blue, khaki, grecil ol grey; sleeves

badges

rvith The

C.M.

Coxswain

Observer Ambr.rlance

lihorts. I);rlk blue, khaki or greyr i

Fircfighter Irirst Aid

Dcspa,tch [{ider

liireman

StooliinSJs. Any plain colou::; worn turncd dorvn below ilie kree, rvith grecn tabbecl garter

Guide

iandyrirar-i

Jobman [-iIe-saver

Interpreter Leading Signa,ller

Linguist

Pathfincler

... Aircralt Corstructor, Air

" l'. ',-.

''.

Boots or -slLoes. I3rown or black. Shoulder patch. Srnall triangular patch of cioth (the colour of the Six), se\\'n at the top o1 le{t slecve, immediately trelow t}rc shoulder,

.[iescur:r liignaUer (S) "I'he Scout Cord u'ill be u'oru rourtd the right shouidcr. (o) 'Ihe S<nior l3adgcs, except ttre Prrblic Service Badges, will be grouped and oniy tite corrcslmncling Group Badge rvorn. Wherc more than one badge in a Eroup is gained, it u'iil be shown by tr thin gold bar below the Group Badge, an extra goid bar br:ing added Ior eactr subsequent badge gainerl in tire group. The Senior Barlges are groupecl as ulrder :-Athlete BatlCe ... CiimLer, Ulastor SwimtrlTir."..

Aviator tsatlge

, ,'

sho*-ing orrtside.

Pilot Public Ilealtir

Messcuger trIissioner

Essential articles

down or rolied up, at the discretion of the

Air

Air Spotter

0ubs

witir point upwards.

Stroulder bzrrlge. Indicating the Group, worn on right shoulder or on troth, accorrling to the custorn of the Group.

Countl, and other Rr:les 3,12-34.-5.

emble.m

If and as authorised under:

(ii) In tropical climates, Cubs may lvear their national heacldress or a white, grey or grecn soft felt hat with the Wolf's head badge irr front, a,nd a shirt, of a coloui different from that oI the Troop shirt, in plerce of a. jerselr.

Cllitler,

Air Xtechanic, Air Navigator.

Iiarmer, li'islternlan, Countryma:r Batlge llorscnlarl, Hot1icultr-rrist, Naturalist. Crattsman Badge Artist, Handicra{t, Leading Piper, N{usician, ()ratcsr, Forester,

282. Tire loilorving optional .rrticlos may be carried

appropriate occasions :---

IJaversack (x'orrr on the bach, and not at the sicle) or srnall

I)hiIatelist, Photographer,

ruc-sac.

Iteader.

Mariner tsadge... I3ozrtswain, Ilclmsman

Ope" ni* fiAge Carnp \\r;riricrr, Hikei, x{apmakcr, )laster Cook, J.'ioneer, Tracker.

Scientist Batlge

Overcoat, rnackintosir, or jacket. Datlerns irL'c n0t eLUoued.

Bliglrt

|,t

colours

I i. ', d !

/-r

loud

ij*,

.. Asttononter, Electrician,

Nlecl.ranic, )\'leteorologist.

Radio l\'lcch:rnic.

Illustlations of the Collective Badges are shown against the first tradge tests in each group. 90

on {)ptional :rrticles

scouTs.

283. (i) A Scout rvc:rrs uni{orm as follows, with the appropriate badges o{ rank described in Rules 3rr-3r4. 55

Scouts

Essential :rrticles

Bules 288-284

426. Must be a regnlar playing member of a properiy Group

Hat. Khaki (four dents), flat brim, leather band round crov'n, ald lace worn at back of head and tierl in front on the brim o{

4 o{ football, rounders. cricket or some other _Team orgarrised game of a similar nature. (Ttre team Player

organised team

:nust be under the control of the C.M., the boy's schoolmastcr, or other person approl'ed by the C.M.) NIust irave played in at least six matches

the hat. Scarf. Of the Group colour worn with a woggle (other than Gilwell pattern) or a loose knot at the throat. Shirt. I):irk blue, khaki, grecn or grey, u'ith

tu'o patch pockets (buttoned), and shoulder

straps optiorral; or a jersey or

of the

swea,ter

and must be specially recommendecl by captain and hv the person resl;onsible for

team as being a keen, sportsmanlike playerscouTs.

;.: ' Belt, Brorvn leatber or web, ,," ;, Stockings. .\ny plain c,rlour: rvortt turned _f

rlr

,1r

The fifteenth birthdav u'ill trc the dividing

below the shoulder badge.

occasions.

(ii) The foilowing optional articl.es may a)so be worn :Haversack (worn on the back, and not at the side) or ruc-sac.

r,... Sea Scouts

First Class Badge is

appropriate 1t

loud

oattcrns arc not allowcd.

t{r:1J,1

.,,, J .,'., .

284. (i) A Sea Scout rvea.rs in Ruie 283, trut rvith the {ollolving

uniform as fr:r Scout, as desclibed

differencres :---

as Scouts Genera.l

date

433-+35.

cquipped with a natural wood staff, marked in feet and

Cord. A length of oord may be carried on the belt. Overcoat, mackintosh, or jacket. Bright colours or

(4) Scouts may not wear proficicncy badges gained as Cubs except the Leaprng \Arolf Badge in accordance with Rule 4r3. (5) While ccrtain badges are primzr.rily designed {or Sea or Air Scouts, all badges are available to anv Scout (rvithin the age eroup), provided that szr"tis{actory arrangements {or testing can bc ma.de. (6) A Scout mav not gain more tha"n 6 profrciency hadges lrom the under r5 r:lnge before gaining the First Class Badge. Trvo Senior Badges may be worn before the

Rules 342-345.

occasions.

bac.lges

irrespective oI the Troop-or Patrol o{ uhich thJscout may be a member. Scouts under 15 may study lor the senior badges at any time, but may not be examined for them until qualified bv age. (3) Five additional proficiency badges, based on the holding of certain badges under (z) above-King's Scout, Buslrman's Thong, Seaman's Badge, Airman's Badge and Scout Cord, details o{ which are set out in Ruies

County and other emblem. If and as authorised under

Lanyard. To carry whistle or knife. Kni{e. Carried on tbe belt. Handaxe. Carried on the belt, but only on

of Scout proficiency

subjects for Roy Scouts (under 15 years oi age) and 45 special ,proficiency badges for Senior Scouts (over r5 years of age). These are set out in Rules 438 to 524 inclusive.

Air Scouts " bearing the words " Sea Scouts in letters not more than quarter-inch high wiII be worn

articles

(z) Forty-two special proficiericy badges for diflerent

Scout sections must not include the words " Sea Scouts " or " Air Scouts " in the Group title. A flash

Optional

lollows

scheme

anrr Irirst Class Scout-the tests for lvhich are set out in ]iulcs 4zg and 43r respectively.

age of r5 or entering employment under that age before rst April, 1947. Shoulder badge. Indicating the Group; worn on right shoulder or on both, accordilrg to the custom of the Group. Members of Groups which have Sea or Air

Stafi. Every Scout, including a Sea or Air Scout, should

427. Thc generai

(t) 1'wo general proficiency badges-Second Class Scout

Cown below knee rvith green tabbed garter slorving on outside. Boots or shoes. Brown or black. Shoulder knot. Braitl six inches long, |in. wide, oI Patrol colours, on lelt shoulder. Shoulder straps. Plain, maroon. Worn on reaching the

to be carried on all appropriate

his the

szrme colours.

Shorts. Dark blue, khaki or grey.,\, . i

inches,

Rulss 426-4?7

PROFICIENCY BADGES

IINIFOBM

gained.

(7) A Scout over 15 may continue to wear the ba.dges he gained while under that age until he has gained the senior equivalent. (8) Badges wili be distinguished by their design, shape and colour. Under r5 badges will be on either khaki or navy

will be on maroon ground only, w-ith the exception of the Ambulance

backgrouncls, but all Scnior l3adges

Badge, which is a red cross on a white round background. 8q

scheme

Rules 428-425

Group

-Hquss 'Orderly

UNIFOBM

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Cop. Blucjacket's cap (rvith u'hite cover front rst .\{ay to 3oth September) with ribbon inscribecl " Sea Scouts " or, if desired, in

428. (r) I'Iake a good pot of tea, and Iry or poach an egg. (z) Prepare potatoes, and boil or fry them. (3) Make a tred, w-ash up crockery, utensils,

the case of Groups operating on inland rvaters, the rvords " l3oy Scouts." -ferseys

etc,

Shirt or jersey. I)ark blue.

(4) Clean windows and brasswork. (5) Sweep and dust a room, or scrub a table. (6) Lay a table for a.t lea.st three people for a meal oI two courses.

Grouir

-Athleto

These tests are divided into two classes, A and B. Class A is {or Cubs {rom 8-ro years of age; Class ts for those of ro-rz. Ihe tests are oI thc same natule in both classes, but the standards are rlifferent. (Note.-Th.e aaerage height of Cubs in Class A is /r-_-\ ,in tlri,s class 'is unusually 4 Jeet r inch. lJ a Cub \Fl/ deueloped {not only in hei.ght) he shall be judged, \ t^J ,/ in Class B. IJ a Cub is undcr-deueloped he should tahe the lests 'in Class A.) Class A.

424.

rvearinq the x-ords " I3oy Scouts " on cap ribbons rvill *'ear a l,lue jerscv or shirt, q.ithout th.e rvords " Sea Scouts," but rvitlt an anchor badge in eitl."er case.

Shorts. Darlr blue. Relt. 'fo be uorn either unclerne:rth or outsirlc the jersey, r.vhichever is the practice o{ the Clronp.

Stockings. Dark blue. Boots or shoes. Ijlack or brown, (ii) Whilst fishing or boating in bad cr cold wcatlier, there is uo objection to Sca Scouts rvcaring trousers, but on shore arrrl on ordinary occasions shofts are to be rvoi'n, and no Sea Scrrut may \\'ear trousers as part of his uniform except in the special circumstances mentioned. The rvearing of such articles of

Must be able :To sprint 5o yards in ro seconds. 'fo jump z ieet 6 inches (high jump). To jump 6 ft. (long jump). To climb a tree at least 15 feet, or climb a rope at ieast

clothing as a, blur-'jacket's jumper is not permitted. Waterproofs or oilskins antl sou'rvesters may be u'orn at the discretion of the S.nt. 285. An Air Scout wears uniform as for Scout, as describct.l in Rule .283, but rvith thel

{eet.

.rzards,

and catch one thrown

fullowing difference.'Shirt or Jcrsev. Crcy.

To do a hand stand.

To do a cart-wheel.

Shorts. Stockings

Class B.

To sprint 6o yards in ro seconds. To juntp z feet 8 inches (high jump). To jump 7 leet 6 inches (long jump). To climb a tree at least 15 feet, or climtr a rope at least

c"p.

in fresh

water. (S) Swim on bacl<

for

15 yards. (4) Be able to " ducks dive " (i.e., dive while sta.nding in the water or st'imming) . Or (as .alternatir.'e), perlorm a " hoirey-pot," (i.e., jump with arms fclasped rounti knecs) from a board, bank, or boat, or dive {rom [the side of the batb. 88

Gre-y.

I I

u(.,

Sofh- "'without 'pe'alr ; dark ]>lue ; with the Scout badge between

SENIOR, SCOUTS.

286.

425. (r) I\{ust bc

able to srvim z5 yards (any stroke). (z) Be able to float on back for 6o seconds in salt water or 3o seconds in freslr water, or tread water for two minutes in sa,lt water or one rninute

b1ue.

Scouts

the left-hand side.

To do a hand stand. To do a cart-w'heel, left and right handed.

--Swimmer

D:rrk

Air

the lctters "A" and " S ", all in gold on

ro {eet. To throrv a cricket ball 3o vards, and catch one thrown from r-5 yards.

'Group

rvith thc

u.ords " Sea Scouts " in wliie letters across the chcst ; or shirts or jerscvs witir arr anchor badge on the right b.reast. Groups

\ :ri-r,/

To throw a cricket ball uo from to vards.

Rules 284-286

A Senior Scout rvears uniform as for Scr,r ut, Sea Scout, cr Air Scout, as the case may be, as Senior rlescribed in Rules 283-285, but with tire lollorving differcnces :- Scouts IIniIorm Cap-for Senior Sea Scouts. Itibbon inscritred " Scnior' described " Groups

; or, i-f desirecl, in the case o{ operating on iniancl $aters, the rvords " Scnior Scouts." Shoulder patch. Of palrol colours, instead of shoulrler knot. Sea Scout r

] in. square, parti-coloured diagonally. Woro at

the top oI t.he left sleeve immediately below the shoulder seam.

Garter tabs. ldaroon.

'flrumbstick. As alternatir.e to

ll'or

stalT.

shoulder straps, uhich ave classed. as badges of ranh,

see

Rule 3r5 (r).) 57

IIilIEOB!I

Rules 287-991

Bovers

ha.s been

a Scout (or who

Squire

Rovers arrd Air Rovers

green and yellow, (ii) A Rover Squire who iras been a Senior Scout wears unilorm as for Senior Scout, as described in Rule z8(r, but u,ith green and yellow shoulder knot instead of a shouider patch. 888. A Rover or Rover Air Scout rveilrs uniform as for Scout. or Air Scout, as the case may be, as described in Rules 283-284, but u'ith the following difierences :Shouider knr-'t. lterl, yeilol' ancl green. Ihurnbsticl<. In place ol stafi. Garter tabs. Iled. (For shoulder straps, whi.ch are classed as badges oJ ranh,

Rule 3t8 (r).) 28S. A }lover Sea Scout rvears uniform as for Sea Scout, as described in Ilule 284, but u,ith thtl follorving diflerences:see

Rover

in- a jersey

has

Sea

Scouts

Ca.p. \Vith ribbon inscribed " ltover Sea Scouts " or, il desiled, in the case ol Groups operating on inland x'aters, the rvclrds " llover Scout-"

knot. Red, Carter tabs. Ited. Shoulder

Special scarves

a needle and sew on a buttcn, darn a holel Group or stoching and ruend a tear, arrtl carry out zrny twol

.ti

(z) Make a piece of netting (to put over seds, for a bag, etc.). (3) Work a design in cross-stitch on canvas. (4) Make a rug or mat on canva,s or hessian, Wash and iron his scarf. {5) (6) Make a basket. (7) Weave a useful article in raffia

llake an artlcle {rom odd.s zrut. 420. ivlalle article lrom 6r-cones,. Grouo z odds and ends, suctr:Ls such as tr{ones,. clothes rthes pegs, etc., etc., and-eilher alld eirher a worth while toy o{ reamnablel reamn-ablel size, such as a boat, engine, motor-car, doll or -To'vmr -Toymaker a.nimal, or, in reasonablv correct proportions and colouring, a worth u'hile composite tgy such asl a Iarrnyarcl, juagle, ark with animals, cottage'

with Jurniture, or station, or rcco[dition twol rlurablc toys approved by the C.M. I

yeliora', and green.

Thumbstick. In place oI stafi. (For shoulder strafs, whi,ah are classed as badges oJ ranh. see Rille t38 (r).) 250. The Rovers of a L.A., rvhcn meeting together as in Rule 256, rnay, u'ith the approval of the D.C. a"nd L.A., wear a special scarf ; if an emblern is desired on a scarf, it must be approved in accordance with Rules 342-345,

(Note.-An arlicle presented Jor the Tuo Slat Test $) rnust nol be admitted Jor an.y fart oJ this badge.)

421. (r) I{rrow how to "

clean-up " and treat z graze. Group (z) Be able to drcss ;rncl bancJage a hand and a cut prr"" -First Aider :rnd put on a large irm sling correctly. (_3)

scoureRs.

Scouters

Uniform described

Scouters, except as provitled in suhsequent rules. wear uniform as for Scout, Sea Scout, or Air Scout, as the c:rse n.ray be, as described in Rules 283, 284, and 285, respectively; lrut with thc foUorving difiercttces:(r) Sea Scouters wear a blue pcaked cap u,itL black band (rvith rvhite cover from rst May to 3oth September). (z) Air Scouters rvear the Air Scout cap, but the

Part VIIL

(3) :\ shoulder knot, if any, u,orn by a Scouter in accordance rvith Part VIII is of the colour .(4) appropriate to his rank as therein specified. lI rlesircd on appropriate octasiqns,-a khaki uniform coat or turric rvith l(haki shirt ar)(l collar, may be worn by any Scoutr:: except a Sea. Scouter, u.ho on such occa.sions may *'ear a blue serge double-breasted coat with horn buttons, u,ith whitc or blue sLilt and collar', or an Air Scriuter, who similarly may wear a. grey uniform coat or tunic with gre.r

shirt ancl collar. 58

Knou' the treatment for stopping bleeding

from the

991. AII

A.S. badge is of the colour appropriate to the rank of the Scouter as laid down in

-flemg| craJt

of the following tests:(r) Knit a useful article.

passed the Tenclerloot test anC made the Scout Promise) wears uniform as for Scout, Sea Scout, or Air Scout, as the casc may be, as described in Rulcs 283-285, but the sboulder knot rvill be

Rover

419-t122r

419. Must thread

ROVERS.

28?. (i) A Rover Squire who

Rules

PROFICIENCY BADGES

nose.

(4) I{now how to extinguish clothes that have carrght fire; and how to treat minor burns and scalds. (,s) Show summoning adult help.

that he understands the need {or

(6) Know the simple treatment for shock (not electric).

422. (r) Ile able to give clear and

concise dirc,--tions, rvell16,16up

distinctlv spoken, to a stranger askiDg his y/ay, I and do so politely and promptly -Guid; I (z) Know the rvhereabouts o{ t'he nearest police statiol or box, doctor, chemist, public tclephone, f "^ ---\ expressed and

\<-* / \ \ ,/

frre alarnt, raiirvay station, garage ancl hotel.

petr;i station,'motor

(3) Knorv how to cali for Fire, Police, Ambulance.

(4) In towns

: Know tbe number, if any, and

at least two piaces each wav on the route of the local trams up to a maximum of four routes.

buses or

In countrv: Knou. the route of the local bus or buses. 87

Rules 417-418

(S) With a urrilonn coat or tunic as permitted in (4), a green tie must, or u'ith arr ordinary

Group r -Gardener

iacket tnay, pe u't,rn instead o{ a scarf. t'd.

((;) Trousers, permissible.

(7) g

{}

-Artist

1118.

or still-life

group. three

montlls.

(d) story by means of rnatch-stick figures in ' lllustrate anot less than {our pictures. a series of (a) l{ake .} sjmple greeting card of his own design using pencil, brush, perr or crayon. f) \aake a model in clay, py'ruma, or other plastic rnaterial {.Note.-T-he nahrral bent of the bo3, ts to ltc encun'aged, in euery 'o&y ; lhe spirit an.d intemtiort aJ tke uorh to count as rtuch as adhevence tt ocadtnua rules.\ 86

Scar'rves

if entitlecl to it.

by Rule z9r.

996. 'lhe followin.g is the unifornr lor ladies :-Sooutmastcr's hat (four rlents). Anv one o{ the {ollorving in khaki, green, blue ().r grey :-

seen.

(r) Keep a sketch book for a period of

(. :, i '.' .i .. .,-. (i:,, { -r'"taff' :. 'Ttre follou'ing additionai tliffcr6nces appll' to the ranks Diflererrr:es 298. for certain ryecified:*(r) A11 S.l{.s(S.) .rnrl A.S.IIs. (S.) \year marocn shouldcr ranks. straps as for Senior Scouts as descritred in Rule 3r5 (r), and maroon garter tabs instead of green; and, instead oi a shoulder knot, rvear a shoulder patch as in Rule 286, but of the single colour appropriate to the rank of the Scouter as laid down in l'art VIII. (z) All D.R.S.Ls., R.S.L.s., and A.R.S.Ls., wear red garter tabs instead of green; and may, if they so desire, wear (except orr a uniform coat or tunic) the green shouldcr straps as described in Ilule 3r8 (t).

t t:!r ..,. ...j

cases

or pencil, any animal or huma.n being he has lerndscape

carried on appropriate occasiorrs instead of

295. (i) All Commissioners, except as otherrvise specltiedlComrnisin this Rule, rvear uniform as for Scout as modi{ie<1 by Rule lgr.lsloners (ii) Comrnissioners {or special cluties appointecl unclcr l(ulcsl ror and rzg lor Sea Scouts or frir Air Scouts, u'ear unifonn asl for Sea Scout or Air Scout respectively as rnocli{red in bothl

(z) In addition do one of tlre {oilo*'ing:(a) I)raw from life or memory, in pen and ink

are

W4- Group Scouters, when not with or representing their Group, rnay wear the Gilwell scarf, if entitled to it.

(r) Must drarv, in the presence of the Examiner, with

([,) Draw from nature

A u.alking stick or tltumbstick may

(3) The spccial Giiwell scarf,

pencil, brush, pen or crayon an original illustration of any incident or character in a simple story (size not less than 7 by 5 inches).

td."""h", with stockings,

29& Scouters, other than Group Scouters, may u/ear any oI the Iollowing scarves :ir) The scarf of any Group to rvhich they belong. {z) A scarf of " Scout " green.

(6) Must grou' hro o{ the following :(a) A bulb in rvater, peat moss, sarrd, or soil. (b) A chestnut or acorn in water, sand, peat moss, or soil. ' (c) Mustard and cress, peas, or beans, on flannel. I 'Ihe test taken for the One Star Test (7) must not be taken for this badge. lagain

Group

Bules 292-296

UNIFO&M

PROT'ICIENCY BADGES

Coat, with or without belt of same niaterial, skirt and shirt of ttre sarne colour. Shirt or iersey, anrl skirt, with Scout belt. One-pir:ce Jroc]<

rvith Scout belt.

in ltules 293-'2{)+, or g,'rcr:n tie. L3rou,n, khaki or blrck stnckirrgs. I3rorvn or blar:k shoes. Shoulder badge, in tlrc case o[ (.]"ou]r Scouters,

Scarf, as

indir:ziting

the Group, on rigirt shouicler or oo both, according to the custotn r'lf the Group ,9

I-adies

Rules 296-301

UNIFOBM

County ancl other emblem, if, and as authorised under liules 3.12-345. Rejerance should be ttade to the pamphlet " Notes for I4'omen .\couters." obtainable.frorn

(rr) Have at least nine months' satisfactory servicc as 4L2. The Second Star mendation of tire C.\{.

.H.Q. Jrec of charge.

lrstit k. 'Plaln-eruercoat-er..-rnackintosh.f L.a,ny:rrd

NON-EXECUIIVE AND IIONORAR,Y RANKS. 298. Persons holding Non-executive or Honorary rank wear uniform as for Scouters, as dcscribed in liules 2gr-297. The scarf will be as in Rule 283 or 294 in the case of a person rvhose appointment is in connectiori r.r,i.th one particular Group, but otherwise as in Rule 293.

NonCxecutive

rntl

Eonorary ranks

OLD Olil

Scouts

Unitorni

Guitles and Guirlers

Guide uni.fornr

Unilorm Scouters

SCOUTS.

2984. (i) Old Scouts wea.r uniforn as for Scouters as desr:ribed in llule z9l, ltut rvithout shoul<ler knot. | (ii) Ttt<rse rvlto hate bcr:n invested as Scnior Scout may rvear lmalot,n

g:r,rter t.rbs instead

badges. this

{.'l . . -, "."

Ilaversack or ruc-sac. I(ni{c.

oI green; and those as Rovers, reri.

GUIDES AND GUIDERS. Guide or llanger helping wrth a ['ack may be given permission by the Captarn o{ the Guide Company to wear Guide uniform, when so helping. 1'he badge described irr ll.ule zz5 $i) may also bc rvorn.

appropriate badges oI rank under Palt VIII.

301". (i) A Guider who is aiso a Scouter may wear her blue coat erncl skirt or overall with the appropriate hat, badge, and scarf or green tie, lor all Scout functions.

(ii) In tire

case o{ a warranted Guider, Guide unifor:m should

be worn at Guidc functions.

granted by the L.A. on the recom-

he can wear u'hile in the Pack, and rvhen he-goes

up into the Troop untii he has passed his Second Class lests. 'fhe Leaping \\'olf Badge rvill be u'orn on the rigirt breast above the pocket or in the corresponding position on a jersey. 414. The tu'elve special proficiency badges are divided into Grouping oI four groups, as Iollorvs :(r) Character. Colour o{ badge-blue.

Special

Raclges

Collector. Observer. Gardener. (z) Haodcra{t. Colour of badge--ve)1ow.

Artist. HomecraJt.'Ioymaker.

(3) Service. Colour of badge-red. First Aicler. Guide. House Orderly. of badge--green. (4) Physical l{ealth. Colour -Iearn

Plaver. Athlete. Su.immer. 415. Ilust make a collection of one group of

objects, neatly Group r arr;rnged, for a pcriod of, at least three and systenraticaily his collec-l co!!gc-; -Collector" something about hls months, and know somethlng

tion :rnd show an intclligent interest in it. 'lhel nature of the collectiol should be chosen by the

Cub. Suggestions are as Iollorvs: Stamps, postmarks, picture postcards, cigarette cards, fruit papers, match-box tops, crests, coins,

299" A

800. A Ranger or Cadet Ranger who is granted a warrant as a Scouter will wear uni{r:rm as in llules 296-297, u'ith the

418. A Leaping Wolf Baclge wiil be au'arded to a Wolf Cub Leaping who has gainerJ }iis Second Star artd tt-o special,proficiency Wolf Badge

to ca.rry whistle.

Cub.

2S?. liire following articles .1rc optional for ladies:Stick or thu

Rules 411-416,

PROFICIET{CY BADGES

feathers, leaves or flou'ers. (For the purpose of

the last two, photographic or carbon reproductions may

accepted.)

Or, Must keep a scrapbook rJiary of events, etc., for a period

of at least three months.

416. (r) Have observed the appe:rrance, wherever possible Group r from life, and know sornething of the habits of either:(a) Six animals, or 1a) Six Uiras or be able to recognise {rom lile and name accurately, (c) Six Spring florn'ers or six Sumrner flow'ers, or six Autumn flowets, antl (d) Six trees. (z) Fincl his way to an unknown spot, not tnore than 3oo yards away, by follorving directions givcn to him bv the Ifxaminer (either compass directiuns, or signs made on the ground, or landmarks, or a combination of these). (3) Must be able to play Kim's Game, nine objects out of tweive. (It is preferable to select variations of this game u'hich are not used in the Troop.)

-Observe-u

Bules 410-411

Twr, Star Cutr

PROFICIENCY BADGES

BADGES OF BANK

410. The First Star is granted by the L.A. on the recommendation of the C.M. 411. Before arvartling the Second Sta,r, the C.lI. mrist satisfy

PART VIII"

himself that the Cub ca.n repass his Tenderpad and Onc Star tests and pass the following tests:(r) Knou'the alphabet in Semaphore, alld be able to send and read simple worcls slolvly. I{ tlie Group Council, inchrding the Scoutnraster of

the Troop, approves, Nlorse may be used instead of Semaphore. (If Semaphore is chosen, small flags may be used if desired ; if Morse is chosen, flags should not be used.) N.B.-This Test should preferably be taken out-of-doors and over a distance of at least 5o yards. a compass to show a knowledgc o{ the eight principal

(z) Use

points.

Ile able to tie the following knots and demonstrate their uses: C]ove-hitch and bor'line. (4) Understand the meaning oI thri{t in all things and be carr),ing it out in practice. (3)

(5) Procluce a satisfactory rnodel or article made entirely by himself in rvood, metal, cardboard, clay, plasticine

or similar substance; or an article linitterl or netted, rvoven or carvcd; or a set oI at least eight skctches

drawn by himscll in colours (chalk or paint) of National flags, or animals, or flowers, x.ith their names clearly

written.

N{odels made in \{eccano or other partly constructed materials are not admissible.

Lay and light a fire indoors. Run or cycle with a verbal rnessage ol not less than fifteen words, go by a certa.ln route and deliver it correctlv. Be able to use the public telephone; or where telephones are non-existent know where and how to ask Ior assistance in an emergency (Ambularrce, Fire, Police). (7) Sl<ip with both feet together 15 times forwartl and 15 tirnes backward ; the Cub must turn tire rope himself. Walk a plank rz {eet by 6 inches, 3 feet to 3 {eet 6 inches zrbove the gr-ound. (8) Show holr'to clean and tie up a cut finger, cover a scald r:r burn. Understa,nd the danger of dirt in a scratch. Iinou, the simple trcatment for shock (not electric). Understand the necessity Jor summoning adult lrelp. (6)

(9) Observe 2161 point orit from life three birds (not domestic), three trees, and thlee other natural tlrings, the choice to be made by tlie Cub. (ro) Show that he still rcmembers the Highway Code as laid down for tiie First Star Tests and that he is helping other Cubs or other children to understand and obey. If the Cub owns or has the use of a cvcle he must be abie to look after it properly and unclerstand the meaning of paragraphs 6z to 75 o{ the Highway Cocle. 84

Rules 802-S00

BADGES OF RANK. GENER,AL.

802. (i) Ilany o{ t}re badges described in this l,art incor- Geueral poratc the \Alolf's head or the Arron'head and/or the u-ords property to " Boy Scouts," and are accordingiy protected, zrs in Rule u 3. be ietaine<l (ii) It is nrost desirable that, in orcler to be able to remor.c bv L.A, such badges on the resignation or dismissal oI any .5'rozl or Oicl Scout, the L.A. shoul<l retain thc property jn ihem, by not seliing thcm to aray Scout or Old Scout, but lenrling them to hinr during his ternure oI thc rank in question.

803.

I3adges

o{ r;rnk arc obta.ined from I.H.Q. :rnd issuecl g6q.

:-. obta.ined (r) For Scouts. By the L.A. Secretary (or an Assistant;;rnd issued Secretary appointed for the purpose by the L.A. andl commonly called the " Badge Secretary ") on thel recommendation of the Scoutruaster. (:) For Scouters and Non-executir-e and llonorarv ranl<s. By the Secretary (or Badge Secretary) of the"L.A. or County Secretary, as the case may be, I{e will only issue them after the warrant has treen granted by I.H.Q. or, in the case of Non-executive and Honorary

as follorvs

ranks, when the appointment has been made. (3) For Old Scouts. By the L.A. Secretary (or Badge!

s-ecretary) on the recommendation of the Secretary o{l the OId Scout Branch.

(i) Scr:uter-s and persons holding Non-cxecutive or (ic.cral -. 304. rank, l-lonorary rvho have made the Scout Promise in accordance U.a""oi", witlr Rules 6-7, wear, in uniform, the Arrowhead badee, as in ("^if""f' Rule 3r r lr).or alternativelv. whilst lrolding a warrant orl .t-,,.----appointment in connection u:irlt the Culr sectiun o[ the Nlove-l --' ment eflective {rom a date prior to rst JuIy, t94?, tlne Wotf'sl hea.d badge, as in llule 3o7 (r). (ii) Similarly they may wear, in ordinary clothes, the metal form o{ thesc baclges, a,s describeci in Rules 3rr (2) and 3o7 (2) respectivcly.

305. Any Scouter or person holcling Non-executive or IJonor:r.ry rank, irrespective of rank, rnay, i{ he <lesires, wear in ord.inary clothes, insteacl o{ the ba.dgc mentioned in l.lule ao,1 (ii), a stnall buttonhole Arrowhead badge il bronze or alternatrvely,

whilst holding a $,arrant or appointnrent in connection u'ithl the Cub section of the Movenrent efiective from a date prior tol rst July, rg+7, a bronze Wolf's head badge, both these badgesl being without the rvords " llov Scouts."

806. (i) I'ire badges

at the same time.

oJ trvo t'rr more ranks may

Duplication

not be worrr o{ badges, etc.

Bules 806-811

(ii) The uniform and badges of u.arranted rank, being the sign of the Chief Scout's conlidence and trust, will be u'orn by a Scouter on all occasions when in uniform, irr preference to those of any other rank he may hold in the Llovernent. | 1iil1 No badge or part oI ttre uni{orm, in either case clistinctive lo{ Senior Scouts, may be worn by any Commissioner. (iv) No part of the Rover unilorm antl no Rover badges may be rvorn u,ith, or added to, the uniform of a Scouter, except that a Scouter (other than a Commissioner) t'ho is also a Rover may, if he so desire, wear at all times with lris uni{orm as a Scouter, except on a tunic, the green shoulder straps described in li.ule 3t8 (r). A person holding Non-executive ol Honorary rank who is aiso a liover may similarly wear [Jreen shouider straps.

408. Cub proficiency badges are worn on the right arm io Method of parallel rows betu'een the shoulder and the elbou', except as wear follows

(r)

The Cub Badge

s;"

400. ReIore aq,arding the First Star, the C.M. must satis{y One Star himself tirat the Cub can repass his Tenderpad tests and pass Cub the lollowing tests :-

(r) Know the composition of the Union Jack and the right way to fly it ; knorv in a simple forrn the stories of the Saihts of England, Scotland-and Ireland; recite thel 6rst and third verses of " God Save the I(ing," andl knou'what to do wben it is played or sung. (z) Be able to tie the following knots and demonstrate

their uses; Reef,

\r!'oll's below,

worn on the front of the cap and on the left breast of tlre jcrsey. (z) In ordinary clothes. A brass buttonhole

Sixer

Senior Sixer

808. A

Second rvears badges as for Cub, ancl,

adclition,

in uniform, one armlet o{ yeilow bra.id, half an inch rvide, above the lelt elbow.

800. A Sixer wears badges as fr'lr Cub, but :(r) In uniform. lle w'ears, in addition, two yeliow'armlets as described in Rule 3o8. (z) In ordinary clothes. A buttonhole badge similar to that described in Rule 3o7 O), but in rvhite metal.

things out in practice. (6) Be able to tell the time by the clock. (7) Must grow one of the Ioikrwing :(a) a bulb in rvater, peat moss, sand or soil;

310. A Senior Sixer wears badges as for a Sixer, but with

three yellow armlets.

:i *ll':::,,:' :"-

SCOUTS.

Scouts

The Scout Baclge

811. A

Scout rvears the following badges:(r) In uni{orm. A cloth badge rvith an Arrow-

head and the words " Iloy Sr:olrts " below, 'worll orl the centre of the left-irand pocket

of the shirt or in the corresponding position on a jersey. (z) In ordinary ciothts. A brass buttonhole form of the same badge.

li,'i,{.,"r:',t

,. '

Sheet-bend.

(3) Turn a somersault; Ieap-{rog over another Cub of the same size; hop (using each {oot for ha.lf the distance) round a figure-o{-eight course approximately z5 yards. Throw a bali six times (using either hand) so tliat a Cub ten yards away can catch it. Catch a ball, both hands together, thrown to him from a distance of ro yards four tirnes out of six. (a) Wa.Ik upright and witir good carriage, carrying a solid article weighing about two pounds on his head u'ithout using his hands, for a distance of ten yards; turn and come back to the starting point. A Cub cap may be rx'orn. Perlorm toe-touching and knee-bending exercises as shorvn in "'I'he Wolf Cub's Handbook." (-5) Know why and how he should keep his hands and feet clean, his nails clean and cut, and his teeth clean; and why breathe through his nose; and be carrying these

form o{ the same badge.

Second

One Star is worn on the cap on the right of the Wolf's head badge.

0uBs.

80?. A Cub u'ears the follorving badges:(r) In uniform. A cloth badge with a head and the words " Boy Scouts "

head badge. (z) Two Star is worn on the cap on the left of the Wolf's

(v) A Scouter rvho holds rnore ttran one warranted rank u.ill wear the uniform and badges appropriate to the particular occasion, but vuhere this is not practicable, the uniform and badges of the senior rank rvill be worn.

Cubs

ii(

Rules 408-409

PROFICIENCY BADGES

BADGES OF BAI{K

"I.

r;/

{-l

;:: ;::J :::"":::

| I

"'I

(8) Clean a pair of boots or shoes, lold his clothes neatly and satisfy his C.M. that he is doing his best to keep the Pack Den tidy and to leave no litter anywhere. (9) Show that he understands the meaning of the Highwayl Code-paragraphs 2, 4, 5, 6 (to all road users), andl

paragraphs 9-zr inclusive (to all pedestrians). (ro) Have at least three months'satisfactory service as Cub. 83

Rules

PROFICIEI{CY BADGES

4O8-4O7

BADGES OF BANE

812, A Second wears baclges as for a Scout, and, in addition, Secoad in uniform, one white braid vertical stripe, three inches long and half an inch rvide, on the right-hand side of the Arrowhead

PART XII.

badge.

818. .{. Patrol l-ea"der wears badges as for a Scout, but:- Patrol (r) In uniform. He wears, in addition, in front'oI the hat, [.eader a white metal Arrowhead badge and scroll (or in the

PROFICIENCY BADGES.

case

t$eneral

Method of obtaining

GEI{E,RAI,.

408. Proficiency baclges are obtaine<1 by L.A. Secretaries from I.H.Q. (Equipment Dept.) and issued by them to Scoulmoslevs on the recommendation o{ the Examiner, as laid dot'n in

(

subsequent rules.

Protectlon

Mettrod o{

examination

Scouts " Such badges are

tests for these badges must, except s'here otherto the satislaction of an independcnt and qualilied Examiner appointed by the L.A. and I).C., under tRule 16o. Reference should be made to the pamphlet issued lby I.H.Q., " The Proficiency Badge Scheme."

Scouts are available on application to I.H.Q., through the D.C

Cubs

491. Ihe general scheme of Cub proficiency badges is as f6llq$/e ;(r) Two general profrciency badges-One Star Cub and

Scouts

"),

SE}{IOB SCOUTS. Seaior Scouts Scout Senior Scout

ma-roon shoulder straps, with the Scout badge and the words " Senior Scouts " all in gold, and a bar with tire lettcr " S " on the Iront of

in RuIe 3rr (r),

tire hat. (z) ln prdin4ry cl-othqs.

316.

Scuut

,A,,s,jor !,, J,-.. f.. ..tt.tttr, Seconds(S.), Patrol Lcaders(S.), and

in Rulc arr

(z).

l'roop Leaders(S.),

wea,r badges as for the corresponding ranks oI Scouts as in Rules 3rz-314, except that in every case the stripes are maroon instead oI white, and that Patrol Leaders(S.), and Troop Leaders (S.), of Senior Sea Scouts wcar the Arrowhead on the cap ritrbon with the words " Senior Sea Scouts."

tests for ptrysicallv or :'oentally Handicapped

tests

" and "

315. A Scnior Scout isears the {oliowing badges:(r) ln uniform. The cloth Arrowhead badge, as for

o{ its norma"l activities, the D.C. may, at bis discretion, authorise the Examiner to accept a certificate b1r t}l.e Scoutmaslzr in respect of certain specifed parts of such tests.

406. Alternative

Sea

and two white stripes, as in Rule 3r2, one on each side of tire Arrowhead badge. Air Scoul Patrol Leadcrs wear I the two wtrite stripes, and A.S. cap badge in white. I (e) In ordinary clothes. A buttonholc badge similar to

{05. (i) The

rvise specilied, be passed

(ii) Where in any particular case opportunity may occur in camp or on some other special occasion for doing the practical part of any of the tests for the badges which by reason of the L'ircumstances of the Group cannot be carried out in the course

Alternative

of Sea Scout Patrol Leaders, an Arrou'head on cap

ribbon between the words "

that described in RuI: 3rr (z), but in white metal. 814. A Troop Leader rvears badges as for Patrol Leader 'Iroop but with a third u,hite stripe under the Arrowhead badge. Leader

404. l'Iost o{ these badges bear the words " Boy

though this is not shown in all the illustrations. accordingly protected as in Iiule 23.

Rules 812-818

Seconds(S.)

Patrol Leaders(S.)

Troop Leaderc(S,)

CI'BS. General scheme

Cub--the tests {or rvhich are set out in Rules 4o9 and 4rr, respectively. (z) 'Iw-elve special proficiency badges for difierent subjects, the tests {or which are set out in Rules 44-425. A Cub is allowed to u,in and wear not more than two special proficiency badges a{ter he has gained the One Star badge and before gaining the Two Star badge. (3) The Leaping Wolf Badge, the conditions Ior which are flra,o Star

set out in Rule 4r3. (+) An-u- Cub who is sufficiently qualified may wear on the right breast an emblem simrlar to those worn by Scouts under the note to Rule 458 showing the language or Ianguages spoken. 8z

ROVEBS.

81?. (i) A Rover Squirc who has been a Scout (or has passed Rovers the 'l'enderfoot test and made the Scout Promise) lvears badges p.rr-.. as lor Scout as described in Rule 3rr. Squire ..\ (ii) A Rover Scluire who has been a Senior Scout rvears badgcs I . as {or Senior Scout as described in Rule 3r5. I Rover 818. A Rover rvears the follorving badges:('! (r) In uniform. The cloth Arrow-head ba<lge, as for Scout in ltule 3rr (r), green shoulder straps rvith Scout badge, with the letters " R.S." superimposed, and (except Sea; or Air Rovers, whose caps or hats bear distinguishingl lrrarks) a bar with " R.S." on the front of the hat. I (z) tn ordinary clothes. A white metal buttonhole

head badge re'ith the words

thc lcttcrs " R.S."

" Boy

superimposed. 63

Scouts

A.rrow-

" belov', and

Rules 819-822 Rover

Mate

BADGES OF RANK

MISCELLANEOUS

Bl9. A Ilover N'Iate wears badges as Jor llover, and, in addition, in unilblm, a white metal Arror.l'head badge in {ront of the hat (or in the case of Rover Sea Scout l\Iates, ihe Arrowhead in addition to the rvords " liover Sea Scouts ") and two _red stripes, as in llule 3r7, one on eaoh side of the Arrorvhead lbadge. A Rover Air Scout Mate wears the two red stripes, and

PART XI.

generally

ffat

badges

MISCELLANEOUS. DEEP SEA

,(l

820. (i) Scouters uear badges:Ls laid down in Itules 3o4-3o5. (ii) In addition, in unifolm, hat badges are \!-orn as laid dowrr in llules 321-322. (iii) Certain ranks also wear shoulder l<nots (or shoulcler patches) in uniform as larcl dowrr in ltule 3zz. 321. (i) IIat badges for Scouters (other than Sea Air Scouters) are oI four types:

and

\Wi

Type

Scouters

staff u'ill not be carried. 398. \\'arrants {or Scor.rters, including A.C.Cs and A.D.Cs., Warrants rvill be issued on lines similar to those laid down in I'art IIL IoT Scouters

899.

in 1lule jz:.

Scouts Association, nrembers o{ County Councrls,

members and associates

922. 'Ihe following are the tvpes and colour of hat

badges,

the coiour of shoulder knots (or shoulder patches) o{ the various 12n[s 164

of L.-\., and other

supporters of tire I'lovcrnent, may \\'ear a miniature badge, obtainable by County or L.A. Secretaries (or Badge Secretaries) from I.H.Q. (Equipment Dept.).

(iii) The rank ol an Air Scouter is shown by the coiour, as indicated in Rule 3zz, ol the A.S. badge t'orr on the cap. Details ol ranks

Seouts

SIIPPOBTERS' BADGE.

400. Persons rlho are not Scouters, hol<lers of Non-executive or }Tonorary rank, or Old Scouts, e.g., assor:iates of the Boy

Sea Scouters wear,

as indicated \,.1

IIANDICAPPED SCOUTS. (i) Handicapped Scoals are Sror/rs who are prevented by EanilieapBeil

physical or mental handicap from joining comp[etely in th-e activities o{ normal Scozls. Boys who are blind, crippled, deaf, epileptic, invalid, or mentally defective, may bccome Scouts in this Branch. (ii) Groups are formed in hospitals, institutions, colonies, special schools, etc., and come under the ordinary County anrl L.A. organisation. Individual handicapped boys living in their homes may become members of normal Groups if fit enough or have Scouting taken to them if necessary. (iii) Handicapped Scouts are expected to pass the normal tests except rvhere prevented from doing so by their disability, in which case they may rvith the approval of the D.C. take the alternative tests approved by I.H.Q. as set out in "'Ihe I'Iandbook of Handicapped Scouting," which explains more fully the organisatioo of this branch.

on tire ftont o{ the hat, special cloth badges of the colour appropriate to tho rank o{ the Scouter

ch:rrge.

L)eep Sea Scouts have a spccial badge, and may wear Uniform Scout or Sea Scout uniform with a special royal blue -scar{. A and badge

'Ihose oI type {J are worn on the front of the hat; those of tvpes SC, S and tri, on the le{t-hand sicle o{ the hat.

(ii)

(ii) Full particulars rvill be found in the pamphlet " l)eep Sea ; Rules and C)rganisirtion," obtainable from I.l'1.Q.

Scouts

397.

UMilW

rvho are Deep Sea members of the lloyal Navy, the \Ierchant Navv, tLe Fishing Scouts Il'leets, cre*.s of occan-going vaclrts or of Sea l'r:rining lrstablishmeltts. f'hev arc cnrollerl by I.l'1.Q. or by persons autlrorised by Enrolment I.ILQ. : applications I<;r enioln..cnt shouiri'be sent through som"e Scouter or person holding Non-executive or Honorary rank, to whom the applicant is personally knou,n.

without

@ Type

SCOUTS.

396. (i) I)eep Sea Scouts ancl Atlventurers are those

special cap badge.

SCOUTER,S.

Scouters Badges

Rules 896-402

401. 'fhe

membership

402.

possession of this badge does not oI itself constitute

of the Roy

Scouts Association.

(Vacant.)

Supporters! Barlge

Method of wear

894. (i) The Siiver Acorn is rvorn in uni{orm on a yellow ribbon on the right breast above the line 6f tire pocket. (ii) The Silver \Yolf is worn in uniform as an ordcr round the nech on a green anrl ],ellow ribbon. I (iii) A holcler of the N1edal of l{erit u-il1 n<,t continue to wear lrt iI ar.r'arded the Si]ver Acorn or Silr.er Wolf ; and the holder lof the Silver Acorn rvill not continue to s.ear it iI awardecl the lSilver

Cloth

emblem

BADGES OF BANK

DECOBATIONS AND AWABDS

Bules 394-395

\r[olf.

(See also Note

to Rrrle

Hat

badge.

Shoulder knot, colour. (* Shoulder patch.)

Scouter.

Type. .TDIiS

GROUP

38o.)

895. (i) Cloth emblems, with a design in vellow {or the Silver Acorn and in green and yellow Ior the Silver Wol{, are issued for u'ear in uniform on the right breast above the line of the pocket on occasions u'hen it is not convenient to wear the decoration itself.

| (ii) The provisiorrsof lof these awards.

Rank

Bules 822-821

Rule3q4 (iii) applyequallvtotheernblems

A.C.M. Y

R.S.L.

R. R.

Red Green Red Green Red Green Red Green

G.S,M.

Green and

C. C.

C.NI.

A.S.M.

SC SC S.

S.M.

A.s.M.(s.) s.M.(s.) A.R.S.L.

R"d Green

*Red

*Green

Red, yellow and green Red, yellow and green White

White SCOI]

I].C.M. D.S.M.

C. SC.

D.R.S.L.

COMMISS

All

White White White

Red, yellow and green

I9NPB!

ranks

Sea

SC.

Purple

Scouters.-Special hat badges in cloth, worn on front

of cap. Air Scouters.-Rank indicated by colour of A.S. badge on cap.

NON.EXECUTIVE RANKS.

32S. (i) Non-executive ranks wear

Rules

badges as Iaid down

3o4--3o5.

(ii) No othcr badges lnay bc worn by any of these ran

other tiran County Sccretary and {-.A. Secretary who, in uniform also rvear hat badges in accordance u.ith Rule 32.1

NonexecutiYe

ralrks Badse-"

q'orn

394. (i) A County Set:retary, in uniform, wears in addition County to the badgc provided by Rule 323 (i), a hat badge of typc SC. Secretary with biue and black Plume. and L.A. (ii) A L.A.

Secretary similarly wears a hat badge oI type SC'

with red and black Plume. 8o

Secretary

BAD,OES OF BAT{K

Rules 8€5a3g6A

DECOEATIONS AND AWABDS

AWARDS FOB GOOD SEBVICES.

SONOBARY &ANKS.

Badges worn

890. (i) Ali'ards for spe<:ially good rvorl< for the Movement Awarits are made to Scouters and persons holding Non-executive or for Ggoal

845. (i) Honorary ranks wear on the left brezrst when iu unilorm a cloth and silver badge of a type and colour appropriate

Eonorary. ran!6

/mi\ ffi^\ i::$ss"fu{;fi#ii#1tr @/

".,1"),*i:I:lll:'r:rvearbacrges v OLD

SCOUTS.

Scouts 825e. An Old Scout may .wear, in uniform or ordinary in RuIe 3rr ; Badses clothes, the OId Scout badge, or badges a;;asIorinScout Rule 3I5i oE, i1 *ori liI previously a Senior Scout,asbadges in Rule 3t8. lpreviously i Rover, badges

Oltl

Bules 390-399

, ,)

Honorary rank at the discretion of I.H.{)., on the recomrnenda- Sclviceg tion of the L.A. or its Chairman, the D.C. and C.C., applica.tion Application being made on Form I. ari<i issue (ii) In the case of an application Ior an au'ard to a Comrnis-l sioner. the recommendation will be made by the C.C. onlr', rvhol will however, consult the D.C. concerned liefore .ecomrrrLiOi"gl

an A.D.C. I (iii) The applicatiorr must contain a fu1l statement of the work and rnust show, unless the case is an exceptional one, service ofoutstanding character in one of th.e categories mentioned

in paragraph (i) for"at least thc p".ioO rp""indd in Itule S91. One of the Iollorvirrg

39r.

au,arcrs may be granted according Grades

to the circumstances of the case:(r) 1\{eclal of Merit. Green ribbon.

least seven ycars' service.

(z) Rar. A Rar t-o the i\{edal of Merit may be awarded for not less than five years' additional service oI similar charicter. (31 t.cttcr

302.

of :-

of Ccrmmeutlation.

I Method -. of $.ear, etc.

The conditions relating to the l\,Iedal of Merit in respect

(r) Method of

wear,

(z) Cloth Emblem, but with design in (3) Certificate of Award,

6;reen,

are the same as set out in Rules 387-389.

woLF. llilver Acora trIolI - Silver 893. (i) The Silver Acorn is au award C,onditions

sILvER AcoRN aND srLvEB

a'r ' ..1

for specially distinguished services. of grant (ii) 'l'he Silver \\'olI is an arvarrl {or ser\ ices of tlre illost exccptional clraracter, arrtl willl be in tlrc uurestrictcd gift of tlre Chiet Scout. I (iii) 'l'hcy are only granted at tlrc tliscrction of thc Chief Scout, but C.C.s and Oversea

Chief Scouts rnay submit recotlmenriations to I.I-I.Q. on Form I. I (iv) A Ust is ptrblishcd in " f'he Scouter,,

in connection u,ittr St. George,s Day each year. Ilecommendations as zrbove "shoulrl be submitted so as to reach I.II.e. not later than the end of December. 66

Bulcs 881-889 Grades

DECORATIONS

AXD

GEIIEBAL BI'LEs

AWARDS

awards are granted :--I3ronze Cross. Red ribbon.

881. The foilowing

(r)

The highest possibie award for gallantry, granted only for special heroism or extraordinary risk. (z) Silver Cross. Blue ribbon. Iror gallantry with considerable risk' (3) Gilt Cross. Blue and red vertical ribbon. Iior gailantry lvith moderate risk. (4) Bar. Bars to the atrove Crosses m:rv be granted Ior additional acts of gailantrY. (5) Letter oI Commendation. In cases u'hich do not justily the a.rva.rd of a Cross or Bar.

lilethod of wear

Cloth emblems C,ertificates

888.

Crosses are worn

in uniform on the right breast

above

PAR.T IX.

GENERAL RULES, BAT{DS.

rl p , f,

the line of the pocket, except where awarcled to a Group jointly, be pinned to the Group flag.

884.

Awards lor meritorious conduct are applied for, and are issued to, the same classes of persons, and in the same manner, as laid down for Awards for Gallantry in Rule 38o, application being made on Form K.

swim 5o yards in shurt, shorts, and stockings, and that those lorming part o{ the crerv of a sailing-boat knour how to handle an oar. {z) He must hirnsell be able to swim to at least the same extent, and wherever the conditions are such as not to render the requirement unreasonable, must have pra,ctical knowledge of the methods of rescue Irom drowning. (3) In addition, the boat, if sailing, must be iu the charge oI an experienced person.

AWAR,DS FOB UERITORIOUS CONDUCT. Ueritorious Applicatioo and issue Grades

and bugle practice inust not be Lariied out in r:pen places within 6oo yards ol houses. (ii) I3ands are not permitted {or Cubs.

82?. No Scoutcr or other pcrson in charge {or the tirne Bogtins being may permit Scouts or Senibr Scouts to take part in boating I aoil ot ai'y tiir,i (whether recreation or training) exceit aJter carefu-l'Bathing consideration of all the circumstances and subject to the Generally following conditions :(r) He must be satisfied ttrat all those taking part can

Certificates of Award are issued to accompany all Crosses

Awarils tor

885.

886. One of the following av/ards may be granted according to the circumstances oI the case:(r) Nledal {or }Ieritorious Conduct. Ribbon, g;reen, with vertical red stripe. (z) ' Bar. Bars to thc X{edal Ior }Ieritorious

(4) The above requirr:ments may be relaxed at the discretion

of the Scouter or other person in char:ge in inland waters where it is knot'n that there is no danger and that the deptir of the watcr nou.here exceeds three and a half Ieet

conduct may be awarded for further meri-

torious conduct.

(3) Certificate of Meritorious C,onduct. (4) I-etter <,f Commendation.

Method oI wear

the Group flag.

Cloth emblems

Certificate of Award

828. The {oilowing rules apply in the case of any form of Special boating undertaken as part o{ the training of any Scouts, provisir:us Senior Scouts 61 f{6vs1s ;I relatinq to (l)

38?. 'fhe

Medal for l{eritorious Conduct is worn in uniform on the right breast abovc the linc oI the pocket, except where granted t-o a Group jointlv, in wlrich case it may be pinned to

388. A cloth emblem with the design in green and red is issued with the Medal for wear in uniforrn in the same position on occasions whcn it is not convenieitt to wear the Medal itself. 389. A Certifcate

of Award is issued to accompany the MeCal

or Bar.

BSods

BOATING AND BATIIING.

883. Cloth emblems, v'ith design of the colour of the ribbon, are issued with Crosses for wear in uniform in the same position on occasions when it is not convcnient to wear the Cross itself. and Ilars.

Coniluct

926. (i) Bands, r'here such exist, rnust be so conducted as to avoid nuisance to the public and, in particular, must rrot play when passing churches, frospitals, or ariy house where illneis'ii known to be. They must Dot play after 9 p.m. in the streets,

in which case the Cross ma1,

of Award

Rules 396-328

The Sea Scout Committec oI the I-.A. must satisfy itself traming that the corrditions of llule 327 are strictiy complied

with, {or r'}ric}r purpose it may require arv

person

concerned (except as provided bekrw) to pass a test in any appropriate requirernents uncler the ruie to the satis{action of the Examiner a.ppointe<l for the purpose. {z) Ihe SezL Scout Comrnittee shall, horvever", lot rcquire

a Scouter or Jnstructor to undergo examination in1 swimming or rescue work if they are satisfied with al written statement c{ his ability to comply with therequirements of RuIe 327(z).

Bules 828-332

GENER,AT RI'LES

DECORATIONS AND AWABDS

(-j) No boat may be taken over or used for training unless covered by a " I3oat Certificate " valid for the current year issucd by the Sea Scout Commrttee concerned on the recommendation of the Exarniner appointecl for the

3?8. (i) Subject to Rule 372, tbe 'l'hanks Iiaclge rnay be Conditions given by any Scout or Scoutcr, providecl he first obtains the approval of the L.A. or D.C., to any person u'ho ,ffi d,oes a Scoul a good turn. (ii) I{ the person to whom the badge is to be

purpose.

(4) No boert may be used for training unless it corr.rplies in all respects *'ith the locaI Sca Scout bye-1aws approved under Rule 146 (iii) anrl is irr charge of a person holding ii " Charge Ccrtilicate " issued bv the Sea Scout Comnittee conccrned. The Certificate is issued on the recommendatior: <>f zrn lixaminer appointed for the purpose, or in special cases of a person otheru'ise authorised by such Clommrttee. i-5) Iixaminers for any of the pulposes of this rule must be nominarted by tire Sea Scout Committee conoerned

is connected u,ith the l'lovernent in another I-.A., the approva.I of th:rt L.A. or D.C. must also be first obtainecl.

presented

374. 'l'he holding of this

bathing

8?5. The Thanks Badge is intenrlerl for rvear clothes ancl rnust not be ll'orn with uni{orm.

Association.

"CORNWELL

3?6. (i)

Senior Scout shall be allowed to bathe under the personal supervision o{ the Scouter in charge of the party or some responsible adult apoointed by him for rhe purpose. The safety of the place must have been previously ascertained and all reasonable precautions must be taken,

tr.r

3?9. The badge is worn in uniform on tire right breast abovc the line of the pocket. The holder may oontinue to u.ear it after he has attained the age o{ r8. AWARDS FOR GALLANTBY.

880. Rovcrs rlust exercise zl11 reasonable precautions in both boatirg an<1 bathing, and u'1tere a number of llovers are bathing together tire above precautions rnust be taken.

Cubs

881. Cubs may boat or bathe, subject to the precautions set out above in Rules 32? ar,d 329.

01 -I.H Q.

Scou.ts

rnission oI their D.C. Oni-v

rnay camp rvithout the prer.ious per-

in erceptional circumstarces, and with the

specific

consent o{ the D.C., may Cubs be allowed to camp with Scouts. 6s

Awortle for

Scouts, Scouters, persons holding Non-executive Gallantry and Honorary ranks, and Old Scouts, and alio to Groups in

, application being

made on }iorm FI

CAMPS.

Scouteys (tve vecontnrcnded, to read " Cantfing Standards," price 4tl. from I.H.Q. (L.quipment Dept.). C.Ms, are also recotnntended to read " Campi,ng lo" Cubs," price tl- Jrotn I.H.Q. (Lqwipment Dept.).

(ii)

or gallantry.

3?8. The form of application (Forrn .J.) rvhich gives luller details may be obtained on application to I.ll.e.

bathiug in properly super-

Rovers

332. (i) No

BADGE.

377. This arvard is granted tinly to.Scozl.s under the age o{ 18 who have an outstanding record of service and efhciency.

or can exist,

Permits

lVear

great Basis of award (ii) A Ccftificate may be issued where the required standard for the badge is not attained.

vised su,imming baths. The precautions set out in this rule may also be modilied to a reasonable extent rvhere the Scouter in charge has previously ascertained beyond any doubt that the rvhole o{ the w'ater is shallow, and that no possible danger exists

Camps

SCOUT

Nlethocl oi

Soout " Badge is an exccptional " Cornwell arvard in respect of pre-eminently high character Scout "

" Cornrvell

courage, endurance

lLi{e-saver or Rescuer baclge, must be on cluty (unilressed) with great coats on, in a boat or on shore as the circumstances may demand, ready to help any boy in distress. 'fhe picket itsell rnay not bathe untrl the other boys have left the water.

not apply

The

in ordin:rry

Effect

and devotion to duty, togcther rvith

including the provision of a lile line. r (ij) A picket o{ trvo good swimmers, prcferably those rvittr

does

not con{er mernbership

of the

ae9. (i) No Scout or I'except

(iii) This rule

b:Lrlge clocrs

{rr

and appror.ed by the I-.A. aud D.C.

Scouts

Eules 8?3.880

lI,)

(ii) In thc casc of an applicetiorr [or an award to a ( ommissioner, the rccommendation rvitl be madc by.the C.C. only. (iii) Applications n)ust incorporate a fuII account of the occurrence, with the evidence of eye-witnesses, wherever possible.

(iv) The application must not speci{y any

grade of award.

(The holder of a Metlal ,:f ilIerit utaat,dcd, in the early years of1 thc Mouenent jor an act 6t- gallanlrl, ntay abbly fut ,iriurs, o'fl t\L,y;{:i of alerl Jor the approbriati giiai ;'1 inctirl

'u'il

GENEBAL RULES

DECOBATIONS AND AWARDS

Bulee 367-8?2

388. \\ihen Scoals

36?. (i) -l'hc rtckuntng of servjce for tlre purposc oI Scrvice rtro ina the application oi thc above rult's gcnerally arc not recognise<l foreign Associations mary be

counted.

(iii) Senice with the Girl Gui<1es Association may be counted' liw) \Vherc bv reason of thc war a Scout or Scouter relnoved be t.'^..t^." in riihich there u'as no Group to u'hicir ire could stars any period .ttr.ir"a,lr" tft.ll bu entitlctl to oount for ServrceScouting provicled i,r.]"?*i.ri"f, rrc u'as thus debarrecl {rom activo it^i',?,,.iirt."ch titne he naintainecl his interest, e g', by joinlng ."itr,"rr'.iirri: any Group tlrat subscqucntly botitmc availablc as t; i,il or, l.iiling tlrat, by retttrnirrg to his original (iroup soon as cricumstinces perinitteci' A"ny question arising out.o{

334. Parties of Scouts, Senior Scouts or Itovers trekking orl Perrnitshiking through one or more Counties should give similar notice,' hiking stating approximate dates. If Scouts or Rovers intend to visit a site frequently at week.ends, a general notice sbould be given at the beginning of the

clistrict in rn'hich ;;;i; ;;;;" shall be <leiiclecl bv the Lr'C' of theproperly made' ifr"--.ppfi""ti.n lor recognititin of service is

Wootl Conditions of award

337. Short-camp permit ca,rds rvhiclt are issued ireo to

D.Cs. :r.re only ar,;ri1able {or camps ol not more than trvo uiglrts' cluration, but D.Cs. ca.n authcrrise their use at Ijaster, Whitsun, an<1

to G.S.Nls. of Groups oI whosc c:rrrlping capabilitics they are cornplctely satished and Ci.S.X{s. must use the same discretion in iisuing the cards to Patrol Leaders. 'I'he D.C. is not relicvcd of his rcsponsibility as to these camps" A Rover or Senior Soout liilie permit card can be usetl in thel sanle wav,

338. (i) .scozfs proposing to camp or travel abrold ill unitonn Forcign must llrst obtain the sanction of I.H.C). ; the application must ,'1011t be accornpanie<i by a recommcndation {rom the D.C. (ii) Sanction rvill not be given to Cubs to catlrp abroad or, save in exceptional ciroumstances, to travel abroarl. (iii) Tnvitations to {orcign Scottts to visit or camp in the

War.

(ii) The \Vood Iladge worn by D'!'Cs-' and Ak Ls' is similar but with the aciditiorr of two extra beads'

Method of wear

3?0. The Wood

Assistant

THANKS BADGE. Thanks Batlge

Description Scope

T'Jritish Isles must

from I.H.Q.

Badge is u'orn in uniform on a leather boot-

Iace round the neck.

of an. Arrowhead set in a {rlrntc bearing thc wurds " Thanks Badge"' S?2. It is primariiv intendecl for presentation to those who B?1. The Thanks

Ba<lge is cornposed

rre n.:t active Scouts or Scouters. 7('

August B;rnk l{oiidaps for foul nights. I).Cs. rnust only

issue thesc cards

369. (i) 1'he Wood Badge cunsists o.f farsimiles of fwo oJ ti,e-f,Laas'forming the neciilacc' origilally belorging t9 C-higf Dinizulu rvhich was captured by thJ Founder during the Zulu

. tiii) l he \Vootl Badse rvorn by Assistant lJ'C'Cs and is similar but with only one extra bead' lei.li. I

case, the n:rme and a<Idress oI the Countv NotilicaSecretary are not knorvn, th.e D.C. can adrlress the notice:- tion-adrlressing The County Secret:lry {or .,..................., Imperial Headquarters, rvhence it will bc foru.arded by the next post.

P.C. is impossible, appropriate permit car<ls can be used, and these cards can bc obtaittcd {ree by D.Cs- from. I.H.Q.

js arralded to Scouters and persons .-l 368. (i) 't'he \\'ood ltadge r].rii;"nu \r,iexecrtit t' or Iotrorary rlttk tr lto oumplcte satisof training {actolilv the respective courses 'I'rainingof \\\t outlinctl in the panrphlct " Thc h Scr,utcrs"'in whicL are contalined full particulars t. tlr" condrtions governing the issue o{ the ". badge.

(ii) 'l'he \\'ood Badge rcntains tltc property o{ I.lt.Q. itnd must bc sitrrendcrcd on demand Description

season.

335. If, in any

336. To facilitate the holding of rveek-entl Patr(,l cilmps' l'e,,it ald the arranging o{ treks and hikes, when the use of liorfil .116"

WOOD BADGE.

Barlge

District, Notifica-

at least zr days' notiCe of the summer camp, or 14 days' notice tion o{ other camps nust be given (ltorm P.C. being used) b-v the Scouter in chzr,rge to his D.C., u'ho will inlorm the Secretary of the County to be visited, who, in turn, will inform the D.C. concerned. The D.C. of any l)istrict in. rvhich a camp takes place has control unclcr Rule r2-5 (9).

affectecl by anY transfer.

(ii) Service rvith

propose to camp outside their own

Bules 8i|8-8dl

not be issued until sanction has been obtained

339. iinough sleeping b;rgs or blankets ntust be provicled enzLble each .Scozl

340. 341.

l3cclcling

to rnake up a separate berl.

Camp ra,idirrg is strictly prohibited.

Raiding

The following rules, additiorial to those in Rules 332-333, Cubs 335 and 338-340, apply in tite casc oI czirnps for Cubs:(r) Somc fr:rm o{ cleatt, pcrmancnt shelter, or a w-eat}rer. proo{ marquee, 1a.rge ctroug}t to accornmorlate all the Cubs in camp in case of rvet weather, must i;e available. 69

Bules &41-845

GEITEEAI. BIILES

DECOBATIONS AND AWAADS

(z) In normal circumstances there should be at least one adult for every six Cubs in camp. In no circumstances should a camp be held with less than two adults. (:) A C.M. or A.C.NI. who has not previously been in

SEBYISE sTARS. Service stars are of one type onlv in metal or cloth, but after the first bear figures lrom z upl'r'ards to indicate tire number of years' sen ice. (ii) They are made rvith yellow, green, maroon,l or red cloth background to indicate Cub, Scout, Senior Scout, or Rover, service, respectively. I (iii) They are worn with khaki or blue background b,v Scouters and persons holding Nonexecutrve or Honorary rank.

859. (i)

charge ol a Cub camp or whcise camp has been the subject

of an unsatisfactory r:eport must obtain the preliminary

permission of the D.C. at ieast three months before the

proposed date of the carnp ald before any intimation of the camp has been given either to Cubs or parents. The D.C. in any such case nrust not give permissiou unless

he is satisfied that the C.M. or A.C.l\t. has acquired the necessary knorvledge and experience by haviog taken

part ior not lcss than thlee days in a well-run Scouts

Emblems

Approval required Types approved

841e.

O1d Scouts camping

Rules 332-34o.

require to be changed on the completion of each year's service so as to shorv the correct figure. 862, A Scout t'ho has previously been a Cub r,l,ill continue previous to wear a star with yellow backgrouncl and appropriate figure shorving his total serv.ice as a Cub, in adclition to the star with "".r;"u-* 6"5--- -" green background showing his Scout service. 868. (i) A Senior Scout will continue to wear a star withl previous yellow background sho.wing any Cub service and a star rvith'service m green background showing any Scout service, in addition to the 6o6. 566sg. star with maroon background shorving his Senior Scout service.l or Seni,or (ii) Similarly, a Rover will cootinue to wear single sta"rs each- Scout with background oI appropriate colour showing any Cub, Scout,l or Senior Scout, service.

348. The lollowing rnay be approved:(r) National. In special cases.

(5) Rover. To be worn on spectal scarves under RuIe z9o. 844. Approval will only be given subject to the following

:(r) Application must be submitted through the normal channels of communication and not direct to I.H.Q.

conditions

(z) A drawing or specimen of the design (which wili not be returned) must be submitted, together with a statement of the approval of the C.C. (3) In tire case of Rover emblems and Group emblems tbe approval ol the L.A. and D.C. is also necessaqr. (a) The design must be emblematic in character, e.9., lhe title of a Group or the nar-ne or initials of an individual are not admissible. (5) 'Ihe design must not exceed two inches in length or

864. (i) The wearing of a Service sta.r by a Scouter, a person Scouters, holding Non-executive or Flonorary rank, or an Old Scout, is etc.

optional.

(ii) If such a person desires to wear a Service star, he must wear ore star only shorving his *'hole period of service, both as

Scouter, or such other rank, and as Scozrl. This star lvill be worn with a background of khaki or blue as prefcrred, and will require to be changed each year to shorv the appropriate figure. Special lorms oI Service star without background mayt -be(iii) worn Ior z5 y-ears' or more service.

breadth.

(6) A specimen of the cmblem when made rnust be sent to I.H.Q. for recorcl.

Method of wear

emblem, when apprr:ved, must be rvorn in one o{ the {ollorving places, as dec:ided by the Comrnissioner concerned(r) on the shoulder, (z) on the right breast, (3) on the point of the scarf, hy all members of the unit for which it is approved.

345. An

Description and background

It will have a background of the appropriate colour and will

EMBLEMS. 342. No emblem may be worn on uniform unless it has been approved by f.H.Q. in accordance with the following rules.

(4) Group.

of approval

StSrs

461.. A Scout wears one star only to indicate his length o1 Scouts service in that Section of the Group in which he is still serving.

irl uniform must comply with

(z) County. {s) L.A. Conditions

Eeryic*

860. Service stars are worn on the ]eft breast immediatelv above the pocket, or u.ith jerseys, in a simiiar position.

Cub

camp.

Old

Bules 85S360

865. (i) Service of more than one kind, performed at the Method oI

same tirne, may only be r:ounted {or one star or bacl<gronnd. reckoning (ii) Service is reckoned, in the case of Sccuts, fron-r the date of investiture: in the casc of Scouters, from the comnrencement oI tlie prohationary period: and other raruks, from the <late o{

appointment.

866. \Arhere a vear's servicc is composed oJ clillerent lrinrls of service, not pei{ormed at tht same' time, but for dii{ercnt

p,eriods, that service which is performed for the longest period shall be reckoned as a cornplete year's sen'ice {or the puryose o{ Service stars. 75

Bulc

Bules 8{S-858

GEI{ERAT EI'LE8

DECOBATTONS AND AIf,ABD'9

858

FLAGS.

of the following :- National flag. On trand, the Union Flag, cornmonlY (r) ' The called the Union Jack; at sea, the Red Ensign. fl-ags. Flags oI any colour and design, be:rring, \z) ' ' Scout if desired, tine Scout badge and the name oI the Clroup'

&46. Scouls can

PART X.

DESOBATIONS AUTIIORIfIED. badge, cord, chevron, or other decoration may be worn on Scoal unifonn, except:-

358. No

(r) .

Those described elsewhere

P.O.R.

Scowting

" Lorvering

MARCSTNG.

850, (i) Parties of Sccrzls

on the rnarch must have responsible

ff41qhing

Precautions trafhc pickets at the head and rear. (ii) Such pickets at night must shorv a udrite light in front and a red light to the rear.

(6) arnrlets of the St. -lohn Arnbulance Association, ' ' The St. John Arnbulance Hrigadc, arrd St. Andreu's Ambulanie Association. \A'ortion thc le{t arm whilst serving

MOURNING.

351. llourning {or all rnembcrs of the Associatlon irl uriifortn

with either body respectively.

(Z) A"y badge issued under the auttroritl'o{ a Secretary {"1 "' o{ State lor *'orh on rnunitions, service as a special constable or othenvise. \A/orn n'here authorised by the Secretary of State. The Admiralty baclge is worn on the right breast by members (other than Cubs) of

Smavtness

Presidents of Republics. (ii) Such flags wiil not be lowerecl during the playing. o{ the Nati'onat Anth"ern unless one of the persons mentioncd in (i) is present. (iii) Scout flags r:nly will be lorvered to the Chief Scout.

(s) life-saving medals of the Order of St. John and '- The of the Royal Hurnane Society ; the Special Service Cross of the British liecl Cross Society' Worn on the right breast above the iine of the pocket.

(g)' Badges of recognised I'emperance Societies. \Arorn on the iight brcast abovc the line oI the pocket.

I.H.Q.

849. (i) The flags described in Rule 346 (r) and (z) w'iil be I(ing or the Queen, members o{ thc Royal Famill' cntitled to the pitix " Royal Highness, " representatives of His Nlajesty in dorninions an,l Cc,looi.t, foreign )llonarchs and

Arnbulance Association and the St. Anrirew (a) - The St. JohnAssociation proficiency badges (Junior and Ambulance Senior); British lted Cross Society Junior :rnd Senior proficiency badges; Royal Life-Saving Society Junior and Senioi badges. YVorn on the right arm (in tho centre amongst any special proficiency badges).

(S) rnembcrship badge o{ the Scouts'.Iirienrlly Society. ' The Worn on the right breast above the line of the pocket.

lorvcrecl to the

decorations con{errcd by foreign Scnut Associa-

Sea Scout Groups.

8{18. When large flags are carried, the flag-pole should be Method of either sloped over-the right shoulder, the flag gathered in, or, carrying when maiching past, held vertical in the carrier, the flag flying obtsinable Jrorn

(3) - Itibbons o{ decorations conferred by foreign Govern-

Admiralty recognised

{1ags.

ReJerence should be m.ade to the leaJlel

" Remecrbrance Day " Memorial Service, when such medals may be worn. :

Types sanctioned

84.7. II flags are cledicated thcy must be treated rvith tlte Dedicatiou greatest rerer6nce at all tirnes-I<.rr itrstance, it would not be iorrect to {ly a <ledicaied Union Irlag orr a flagstafi in camp, or to move it uncased without an escort. Groups are advised to consider this carefully be{ore undertaking the c}rarge of dedir:ated

free

(z) Ribbons of the following : I{ing's medals, u'ar medals, decorations and orders, except when attending a

ments tions.

trlecB

(3) Patrol flags.

DECORATIONS AND AWARDS. Decoratious authoriseil

use any

is a two-inch black crepc band rvor-n round thc ie{t elrtr above

the

Mouruing

e1bow.

SALUTES.

352. Salutes are given on the follot'ing occasions:-* (r) As a greeting. Scottls, Scouters, pcrsons liolding NonexecuiiYe or Honorarv ranh. and C)ld Sc<iut_s, meeting for the hrst time in the da-v, salute each other. The first to see the otirer should be thc first to salute, irrespective oI rank. Scozzls and Guides saltte each othcr when in uniform-

Salutes Occasions

&ules 852-858

GENEBAL RULES

GENER,AT RULES

(z) {_s a token of respect. At the hoisting of the National Irlag, at the piaying o{ the National Anlhem, to uncased colours, to Scout flags other than Patrol flags, and to

SIIOOTING. mernbers of their Groups to Shooting practise rifle shooting or shoot matches except on an ofhcially Precautions approved range, and no shooting must ever take place except under the superintendence oI ;t competent adult u'ho will be responsible that the range rules are strictly adhered to.

854. G.S.Ms. must not allow

funerals.

(3) During the rnaking or re-aftirming ol tine Scout Promise. In this case all Cubs present salute as in RuIe 353 (r), and all other ranks give the Scout Sign as in Rule 3j3 (5), even if in church or on any parade. Ill.ethods

858. The followirrg are the methods of saluting :-(r) Cubs salute as in liigure r. {z) All other ranks, except as in paragraph (f), sillute as in Figure z, passing a stick or thumnstici< into the left hand.

(3) Scouts, when carrying staves, salute as

in Figures

and 4. {a) If the harrds are occupied, the saiute is by turning tire head and eyes to the right or left, as the case may tre.

Bules 854-857

855. Under the Firearms Act, r9zo, application must

made by the person responsible

be Firearms

the chie{ offrcer of police of Certificate the district {or a Filearms Certiiicate in respcct of all rlfles and ammunition.

t<.r

THEATRES.

or Old Scouts in unilorm are not aliowed to fheatres ?ppear on the stages of theatres or music halls in public per- Appearance formances othcr than theil own lr.ithout the permission o{ LH-.Q., of Scouts given through the D.C. 856.

Scouls

TOTEM POLES.

857. A Pack is entitled to carry a Totem

Fig. r

Fig. z

Fig. :

Fig.

(5) Ihe Scout Sign ({or use only in cases under Rule is given by raising the

352 (3))

right hand level with the shouldei,

palrn to the {ront and fingers as in Figure z, but Scouts carrying staves use the lcft Sign is not used by Cubs.

hand. The Scout

(6) The above salutes are used irrespective of whether the head is bare or covered. (7) In church, the saiute is always by standing at the alert, except as in Rulc 352 (3). (8) On ail parades, other than in church, th.e leader calls t}:,e Scouts to the alert and he alone salutes except as

in Rule

tl th

.3.52 (3).

Pole.

Iotem Poles

&ules 852-858

GENEBAL RULES

GENER,AT RULES

(z) {_s a token of respect. At the hoisting of the National Irlag, at the piaying o{ the National Anlhem, to uncased colours, to Scout flags other than Patrol flags, and to

854. G.S.Ms. must not allow

funerals.

(3) Scouts, when carrying staves, salute as

in Figures

and 4. {a) If the harrds are occupied, the saiute is by turning tire head and eyes to the right or left, as the case may tre.

Bules 854-857

855. Under the Firearms Act, r9zo, application must

made by the person responsible

be Firearms

the chie{ offrcer of police of Certificate the district {or a Filearms Certiiicate in respcct of all rlfles and ammunition.

t<.r

THEATRES.

Scouls

TOTEM POLES.

857. A Pack is entitled to carry a Totem

Fig. r

Fig. z

Fig. :

Fig.

(5) Ihe Scout Sign ({or use only in cases under Rule is given by raising the

352 (3))

right hand level with the shouldei,

palrn to the {ront and fingers as in Figure z, but Scouts carrying staves use the lcft Sign is not used by Cubs.

hand. The Scout

in Rule

tl th

.3.52 (3).

Pole.

Iotem Poles

Bulc

Bules 8{S-858

GEI{ERAT EI'LE8

DECOBATTONS AND AIf,ABD'9

858

FLAGS.

&46. Scouls can

PART X.

DESOBATIONS AUTIIORIfIED. badge, cord, chevron, or other decoration may be worn on Scoal unifonn, except:-

358. No

(r) .

Those described elsewhere

P.O.R.

Scowting

" Lorvering

MARCSTNG.

850, (i) Parties of Sccrzls

on the rnarch must have responsible

ff41qhing

Precautions trafhc pickets at the head and rear. (ii) Such pickets at night must shorv a udrite light in front and a red light to the rear.

(6) arnrlets of the St. -lohn Arnbulance Association, ' ' The St. John Arnbulance Hrigadc, arrd St. Andreu's Ambulanie Association. \A'ortion thc le{t arm whilst serving

MOURNING.

351. llourning {or all rnembcrs of the Associatlon irl uriifortn

with either body respectively.

Smavtness

(g)' Badges of recognised I'emperance Societies. \Arorn on the iight brcast abovc the line oI the pocket.

I.H.Q.

(S) rnembcrship badge o{ the Scouts'.Iirienrlly Society. ' The Worn on the right breast above the line of the pocket.

lorvcrecl to the

decorations con{errcd by foreign Scnut Associa-

Sea Scout Groups.

(3) - Itibbons o{ decorations conferred by foreign Govern-

Admiralty recognised

{1ags.

ReJerence should be m.ade to the leaJlel

" Remecrbrance Day " Memorial Service, when such medals may be worn. :

Types sanctioned

free

(z) Ribbons of the following : I{ing's medals, u'ar medals, decorations and orders, except when attending a

ments tions.

trlecB

(3) Patrol flags.

DECORATIONS AND AWARDS. Decoratious authoriseil

use any

is a two-inch black crepc band rvor-n round thc ie{t elrtr above

the

Mouruing

e1bow.

SALUTES.

Salutes Occasions

Bules &41-845

GEITEEAI. BIILES

DECOBATIONS AND AWAADS

859. (i)

charge ol a Cub camp or whcise camp has been the subject

of an unsatisfactory r:eport must obtain the preliminary

permission of the D.C. at ieast three months before the

proposed date of the carnp ald before any intimation of the camp has been given either to Cubs or parents. The D.C. in any such case nrust not give permissiou unless

he is satisfied that the C.M. or A.C.l\t. has acquired the necessary knorvledge and experience by haviog taken

part ior not lcss than thlee days in a well-run Scouts

Emblems

Approval required Types approved

841e.

O1d Scouts camping

Rules 332-34o.

348. The lollowing rnay be approved:(r) National. In special cases.

(5) Rover. To be worn on spectal scarves under RuIe z9o. 844. Approval will only be given subject to the following

:(r) Application must be submitted through the normal channels of communication and not direct to I.H.Q.

conditions

864. (i) The wearing of a Service sta.r by a Scouter, a person Scouters, holding Non-executive or Flonorary rank, or an Old Scout, is etc.

optional.

(ii) If such a person desires to wear a Service star, he must wear ore star only shorving his *'hole period of service, both as

breadth.

(6) A specimen of the cmblem when made rnust be sent to I.H.Q. for recorcl.

Method of wear

345. An

Description and background

It will have a background of the appropriate colour and will

EMBLEMS. 342. No emblem may be worn on uniform unless it has been approved by f.H.Q. in accordance with the following rules.

(4) Group.

of approval

StSrs

461.. A Scout wears one star only to indicate his length o1 Scouts service in that Section of the Group in which he is still serving.

irl uniform must comply with

(z) County. {s) L.A. Conditions

Eeryic*

860. Service stars are worn on the ]eft breast immediatelv above the pocket, or u.ith jerseys, in a simiiar position.

Cub

camp.

Old

Bules 85S360

865. (i) Service of more than one kind, performed at the Method oI

appointment.

866. \Arhere a vear's servicc is composed oJ clillerent lrinrls of service, not pei{ormed at tht same' time, but for dii{ercnt

p,eriods, that service which is performed for the longest period shall be reckoned as a cornplete year's sen'ice {or the puryose o{ Service stars. 75

GENEBAL RULES

DECOBATIONS AND AWARDS

Bulee 367-8?2

388. \\ihen Scoals

36?. (i) -l'hc rtckuntng of servjce for tlre purposc oI Scrvice rtro ina the application oi thc above rult's gcnerally arc not recognise<l foreign Associations mary be

counted.

clistrict in rn'hich ;;;i; ;;;;" shall be <leiiclecl bv the Lr'C' of theproperly made' ifr"--.ppfi""ti.n lor recognititin of service is

Wootl Conditions of award

337. Short-camp permit ca,rds rvhiclt are issued ireo to

D.Cs. :r.re only ar,;ri1able {or camps ol not more than trvo uiglrts' cluration, but D.Cs. ca.n authcrrise their use at Ijaster, Whitsun, an<1

War.

(ii) The \Vood Iladge worn by D'!'Cs-' and Ak Ls' is similar but with the aciditiorr of two extra beads'

Method of wear

3?0. The Wood

Assistant

THANKS BADGE. Thanks Batlge

Description Scope

T'Jritish Isles must

from I.H.Q.

Badge is u'orn in uniform on a leather boot-

Iace round the neck.

of an. Arrowhead set in a {rlrntc bearing thc wurds " Thanks Badge"' S?2. It is primariiv intendecl for presentation to those who B?1. The Thanks

Ba<lge is cornposed

rre n.:t active Scouts or Scouters. 7('

August B;rnk l{oiidaps for foul nights. I).Cs. rnust only

issue thesc cards

369. (i) 1'he Wood Badge cunsists o.f farsimiles of fwo oJ ti,e-f,Laas'forming the neciilacc' origilally belorging t9 C-higf Dinizulu rvhich was captured by thJ Founder during the Zulu

. tiii) l he \Vootl Badse rvorn by Assistant lJ'C'Cs and is similar but with only one extra bead' lei.li. I

P.C. is impossible, appropriate permit car<ls can be used, and these cards can bc obtaittcd {ree by D.Cs- from. I.H.Q.

(ii) 'l'he \\'ood Badge rcntains tltc property o{ I.lt.Q. itnd must bc sitrrendcrcd on demand Description

season.

335. If, in any

336. To facilitate the holding of rveek-entl Patr(,l cilmps' l'e,,it ald the arranging o{ treks and hikes, when the use of liorfil .116"

WOOD BADGE.

Barlge

District, Notifica-

affectecl by anY transfer.

(ii) Service rvith

propose to camp outside their own

Bules 8i|8-8dl

not be issued until sanction has been obtained

339. iinough sleeping b;rgs or blankets ntust be provicled enzLble each .Scozl

340. 341.

l3cclcling

to rnake up a separate berl.

Camp ra,idirrg is strictly prohibited.

Raiding

Bules 828-332

GENER,AT RI'LES

DECORATIONS AND AWABDS

purpose.

is connected u,ith the l'lovernent in another I-.A., the approva.I of th:rt L.A. or D.C. must also be first obtainecl.

presented

374. 'l'he holding of this

bathing

8?5. The Thanks Badge is intenrlerl for rvear clothes ancl rnust not be ll'orn with uni{orm.

Association.

"CORNWELL

3?6. (i)

tr.r

3?9. The badge is worn in uniform on tire right breast abovc the line of the pocket. The holder may oontinue to u.ear it after he has attained the age o{ r8. AWARDS FOR GALLANTBY.

880. Rovcrs rlust exercise zl11 reasonable precautions in both boatirg an<1 bathing, and u'1tere a number of llovers are bathing together tire above precautions rnust be taken.

Cubs

881. Cubs may boat or bathe, subject to the precautions set out above in Rules 32? ar,d 329.

01 -I.H Q.

Scou.ts

rnission oI their D.C. Oni-v

rnay camp rvithout the prer.ious per-

in erceptional circumstarces, and with the

specific

consent o{ the D.C., may Cubs be allowed to camp with Scouts. 6s

Awortle for

Scouts, Scouters, persons holding Non-executive Gallantry and Honorary ranks, and Old Scouts, and alio to Groups in

, application being

made on }iorm FI

CAMPS.

(ii)

or gallantry.

3?8. The form of application (Forrn .J.) rvhich gives luller details may be obtained on application to I.ll.e.

bathiug in properly super-

Rovers

332. (i) No

BADGE.

377. This arvard is granted tinly to.Scozl.s under the age o{ 18 who have an outstanding record of service and efhciency.

or can exist,

Permits

lVear

great Basis of award (ii) A Ccftificate may be issued where the required standard for the badge is not attained.

Camps

SCOUT

Nlethocl oi

Soout " Badge is an exccptional " Cornwell arvard in respect of pre-eminently high character Scout "

" Cornrvell

courage, endurance

not apply

The

in ordin:rry

Effect

and devotion to duty, togcther rvith

including the provision of a lile line. r (ij) A picket o{ trvo good swimmers, prcferably those rvittr

does

not con{er mernbership

of the

ae9. (i) No Scout or I'except

(iii) This rule

b:Lrlge clocrs

{rr

and appror.ed by the I-.A. aud D.C.

Scouts

Eules 8?3.880

lI,)

(iv) The application must not speci{y any

grade of award.

(The holder of a Metlal ,:f ilIerit utaat,dcd, in the early years of1 thc Mouenent jor an act 6t- gallanlrl, ntay abbly fut ,iriurs, o'fl t\L,y;{:i of alerl Jor the approbriati giiai ;'1 inctirl

'u'il

Bulcs 881-889 Grades

DECORATIONS

AXD

GEIIEBAL BI'LEs

AWARDS

awards are granted :--I3ronze Cross. Red ribbon.

881. The foilowing

(r)

lilethod of wear

Cloth emblems C,ertificates

888.

Crosses are worn

in uniform on the right breast

above

PAR.T IX.

GENERAL RULES, BAT{DS.

rl p , f,

the line of the pocket, except where awarcled to a Group jointly, be pinned to the Group flag.

884.

AWAR,DS FOB UERITORIOUS CONDUCT. Ueritorious Applicatioo and issue Grades

and bugle practice inust not be Lariied out in r:pen places within 6oo yards ol houses. (ii) I3ands are not permitted {or Cubs.

Certificates of Award are issued to accompany all Crosses

Awarils tor

885.

(4) The above requirr:ments may be relaxed at the discretion

of the Scouter or other person in char:ge in inland waters where it is knot'n that there is no danger and that the deptir of the watcr nou.here exceeds three and a half Ieet

conduct may be awarded for further meri-

torious conduct.

(3) Certificate of Meritorious C,onduct. (4) I-etter <,f Commendation.

Method oI wear

the Group flag.

Cloth emblems

Certificate of Award

828. The {oilowing rules apply in the case of any form of Special boating undertaken as part o{ the training of any Scouts, provisir:us Senior Scouts 61 f{6vs1s ;I relatinq to (l)

38?. 'fhe

Medal for l{eritorious Conduct is worn in uniform on the right breast abovc the linc oI the pocket, except where granted t-o a Group jointlv, in wlrich case it may be pinned to

of Award is issued to accompany the MeCal

or Bar.

BSods

BOATING AND BATIIING.

Coniluct

in which case the Cross ma1,

of Award

Rules 396-328

The Sea Scout Committec oI the I-.A. must satisfy itself traming that the corrditions of llule 327 are strictiy complied

with, {or r'}ric}r purpose it may require arv

person

a Scouter or Jnstructor to undergo examination in1 swimming or rescue work if they are satisfied with al written statement c{ his ability to comply with therequirements of RuIe 327(z).

BAD,OES OF BAT{K

Rules 8€5a3g6A

DECOEATIONS AND AWABDS

AWARDS FOB GOOD SEBVICES.

SONOBARY &ANKS.

Badges worn

890. (i) Ali'ards for spe<:ially good rvorl< for the Movement Awarits are made to Scouters and persons holding Non-executive or for Ggoal

845. (i) Honorary ranks wear on the left brezrst when iu unilorm a cloth and silver badge of a type and colour appropriate

Eonorary. ran!6

/mi\ ffi^\ i::$ss"fu{;fi#ii#1tr @/

".,1"),*i:I:lll:'r:rvearbacrges v OLD

SCOUTS.

Oltl

Bules 390-399

, ,)

an A.D.C. I (iii) The applicatiorr must contain a fu1l statement of the work and rnust show, unless the case is an exceptional one, service ofoutstanding character in one of th.e categories mentioned

in paragraph (i) for"at least thc p".ioO rp""indd in Itule S91. One of the Iollorvirrg

39r.

au,arcrs may be granted according Grades

to the circumstances of the case:(r) 1\{eclal of Merit. Green ribbon.

least seven ycars' service.

(z) Rar. A Rar t-o the i\{edal of Merit may be awarded for not less than five years' additional service oI similar charicter. (31 t.cttcr

302.

of :-

of Ccrmmeutlation.

I Method -. of $.ear, etc.

The conditions relating to the l\,Iedal of Merit in respect

(r) Method of

wear,

(z) Cloth Emblem, but with design in (3) Certificate of Award,

6;reen,

are the same as set out in Rules 387-389.

woLF. llilver Acora trIolI - Silver 893. (i) The Silver Acorn is au award C,onditions

sILvER AcoRN aND srLvEB

a'r ' ..1

Chief Scouts rnay submit recotlmenriations to I.I-I.Q. on Form I. I (iv) A Ust is ptrblishcd in " f'he Scouter,,

in connection u,ittr St. George,s Day each year. Ilecommendations as zrbove "shoulrl be submitted so as to reach I.II.e. not later than the end of December. 66

Method of wear

Cloth

emblem

BADGES OF BANK

DECOBATIONS AND AWABDS

Bules 394-395

\r[olf.

(See also Note

to Rrrle

Hat

badge.

Shoulder knot, colour. (* Shoulder patch.)

Scouter.

Type. .TDIiS

GROUP

38o.)

| (ii) The provisiorrsof lof these awards.

Rank

Bules 822-821

Rule3q4 (iii) applyequallvtotheernblems

A.C.M. Y

R.S.L.

R. R.

Red Green Red Green Red Green Red Green

G.S,M.

Green and

C. C.

C.NI.

A.S.M.

SC SC S.

S.M.

A.s.M.(s.) s.M.(s.) A.R.S.L.

R"d Green

*Red

*Green

Red, yellow and green Red, yellow and green White

White SCOI]

I].C.M. D.S.M.

C. SC.

D.R.S.L.

COMMISS

All

White White White

Red, yellow and green

I9NPB!

ranks

Sea

SC.

Purple

Scouters.-Special hat badges in cloth, worn on front

of cap. Air Scouters.-Rank indicated by colour of A.S. badge on cap.

NON.EXECUTIVE RANKS.

32S. (i) Non-executive ranks wear

Rules

badges as Iaid down

3o4--3o5.

(ii) No othcr badges lnay bc worn by any of these ran

other tiran County Sccretary and {-.A. Secretary who, in uniform also rvear hat badges in accordance u.ith Rule 32.1

NonexecutiYe

ralrks Badse-"

q'orn

394. (i) A County Set:retary, in uniform, wears in addition County to the badgc provided by Rule 323 (i), a hat badge of typc SC. Secretary with biue and black Plume. and L.A. (ii) A L.A.

Secretary similarly wears a hat badge oI type SC'

with red and black Plume. 8o

Secretary

Rules 819-822 Rover

Mate

BADGES OF RANK

MISCELLANEOUS

PART XI.

generally

ffat

badges

MISCELLANEOUS. DEEP SEA

,(l

and

\Wi

Type

Scouters

staff u'ill not be carried. 398. \\'arrants {or Scor.rters, including A.C.Cs and A.D.Cs., Warrants rvill be issued on lines similar to those laid down in I'art IIL IoT Scouters

899.

in 1lule jz:.

Scouts Association, nrembers o{ County Councrls,

members and associates

922. 'Ihe following are the tvpes and colour of hat

badges,

the coiour of shoulder knots (or shoulder patches) o{ the various 12n[s 164

of L.-\., and other

supporters of tire I'lovcrnent, may \\'ear a miniature badge, obtainable by County or L.A. Secretaries (or Badge Secretaries) from I.H.Q. (Equipment Dept.).

(iii) The rank ol an Air Scouter is shown by the coiour, as indicated in Rule 3zz, ol the A.S. badge t'orr on the cap. Details ol ranks

Seouts

SIIPPOBTERS' BADGE.

400. Persons rlho are not Scouters, hol<lers of Non-executive or }Tonorary rank, or Old Scouts, e.g., assor:iates of the Boy

Sea Scouters wear,

as indicated \,.1

IIANDICAPPED SCOUTS. (i) Handicapped Scoals are Sror/rs who are prevented by EanilieapBeil

on tire ftont o{ the hat, special cloth badges of the colour appropriate to tho rank o{ the Scouter

ch:rrge.

L)eep Sea Scouts have a spccial badge, and may wear Uniform Scout or Sea Scout uniform with a special royal blue -scar{. A and badge

'Ihose oI type {J are worn on the front of the hat; those of tvpes SC, S and tri, on the le{t-hand sicle o{ the hat.

(ii)

(ii) Full particulars rvill be found in the pamphlet " l)eep Sea ; Rules and C)rganisirtion," obtainable from I.l'1.Q.

Scouts

397.

UMilW

without

@ Type

SCOUTS.

396. (i) I)eep Sea Scouts ancl Atlventurers are those

special cap badge.

SCOUTER,S.

Scouters Badges

Rules 896-402

401. 'fhe

membership

402.

possession of this badge does not oI itself constitute

of the Roy

Scouts Association.

(Vacant.)

Supporters! Barlge

Rules

PROFICIEI{CY BADGES

4O8-4O7

BADGES OF BANE

812, A Second wears baclges as for a Scout, and, in addition, Secoad in uniform, one white braid vertical stripe, three inches long and half an inch rvide, on the right-hand side of the Arrowhead

PART XII.

badge.

818. .{. Patrol l-ea"der wears badges as for a Scout, but:- Patrol (r) In uniform. He wears, in addition, in front'oI the hat, [.eader a white metal Arrowhead badge and scroll (or in the

PROFICIENCY BADGES.

case

t$eneral

Method of obtaining

GEI{E,RAI,.

408. Proficiency baclges are obtaine<1 by L.A. Secretaries from I.H.Q. (Equipment Dept.) and issued by them to Scoulmoslevs on the recommendation o{ the Examiner, as laid dot'n in

(

subsequent rules.

Protectlon

Mettrod o{

examination

Scouts " Such badges are

Scouts are available on application to I.H.Q., through the D.C

Cubs

491. Ihe general scheme of Cub proficiency badges is as f6llq$/e ;(r) Two general profrciency badges-One Star Cub and

Scouts

"),

SE}{IOB SCOUTS. Seaior Scouts Scout Senior Scout

ma-roon shoulder straps, with the Scout badge and the words " Senior Scouts " all in gold, and a bar with tire lettcr " S " on the Iront of

in RuIe 3rr (r),

tire hat. (z) ln prdin4ry cl-othqs.

316.

Scuut

,A,,s,jor !,, J,-.. f.. ..tt.tttr, Seconds(S.), Patrol Lcaders(S.), and

in Rulc arr

(z).

l'roop Leaders(S.),

tests for ptrysicallv or :'oentally Handicapped

tests

" and "

315. A Scnior Scout isears the {oliowing badges:(r) ln uniform. The cloth Arrowhead badge, as for

o{ its norma"l activities, the D.C. may, at bis discretion, authorise the Examiner to accept a certificate b1r t}l.e Scoutmaslzr in respect of certain specifed parts of such tests.

406. Alternative

Sea

{05. (i) The

rvise specilied, be passed

Alternative

of Sea Scout Patrol Leaders, an Arrou'head on cap

ribbon between the words "

that described in RuI: 3rr (z), but in white metal. 814. A Troop Leader rvears badges as for Patrol Leader 'Iroop but with a third u,hite stripe under the Arrowhead badge. Leader

404. l'Iost o{ these badges bear the words " Boy

though this is not shown in all the illustrations. accordingly protected as in Iiule 23.

Rules 812-818

Seconds(S.)

Patrol Leaders(S.)

Troop Leaderc(S,)

CI'BS. General scheme

ROVEBS.

head badge re'ith the words

thc lcttcrs " R.S."

" Boy

superimposed. 63

Scouts

A.rrow-

" belov', and

Bules 806-811

408. Cub proficiency badges are worn on the right arm io Method of parallel rows betu'een the shoulder and the elbou', except as wear follows

(r)

The Cub Badge

s;"

400. ReIore aq,arding the First Star, the C.M. must satis{y One Star himself tirat the Cub can repass his Tenderpad tests and pass Cub the lollowing tests :-

their uses; Reef,

\r!'oll's below,

worn on the front of the cap and on the left breast of tlre jcrsey. (z) In ordinary clothes. A brass buttonhole

Sixer

Senior Sixer

808. A

Second rvears badges as for Cub, ancl,

adclition,

in uniform, one armlet o{ yeilow bra.id, half an inch rvide, above the lelt elbow.

things out in practice. (6) Be able to tell the time by the clock. (7) Must grow one of the Ioikrwing :(a) a bulb in rvater, peat moss, sand or soil;

310. A Senior Sixer wears badges as for a Sixer, but with

three yellow armlets.

:i *ll':::,,:' :"-

SCOUTS.

Scouts

The Scout Baclge

811. A

Scout rvears the following badges:(r) In uni{orm. A cloth badge rvith an Arrow-

head and the words " Iloy Sr:olrts " below, 'worll orl the centre of the left-irand pocket

of the shirt or in the corresponding position on a jersey. (z) In ordinary ciothts. A brass buttonhole form of the same badge.

li,'i,{.,"r:',t

,. '

Sheet-bend.

form o{ the same badge.

Second

One Star is worn on the cap on the right of the Wolf's head badge.

0uBs.

80?. A Cub u'ears the follorving badges:(r) In uniform. A cloth badge with a head and the words " Boy Scouts "

head badge. (z) Two Star is worn on the cap on the left of the Wolf's

Cubs

ii(

Rules 408-409

PROFICIENCY BADGES

BADGES OF BAI{K

"I.

r;/

{-l

;:: ;::J :::"":::

| I

"'I

paragraphs 9-zr inclusive (to all pedestrians). (ro) Have at least three months'satisfactory service as Cub. 83

Bules 410-411

Twr, Star Cutr

PROFICIENCY BADGES

BADGES OF BANK

410. The First Star is granted by the L.A. on the recommendation of the C.M. 411. Before arvartling the Second Sta,r, the C.lI. mrist satisfy

PART VIII"

(z) Use

points.

Ile able to tie the following knots and demonstrate their uses: C]ove-hitch and bor'line. (4) Understand the meaning oI thri{t in all things and be carr),ing it out in practice. (3)

(5) Procluce a satisfactory rnodel or article made entirely by himself in rvood, metal, cardboard, clay, plasticine

or similar substance; or an article linitterl or netted, rvoven or carvcd; or a set oI at least eight skctches

drawn by himscll in colours (chalk or paint) of National flags, or animals, or flowers, x.ith their names clearly

written.

N{odels made in \{eccano or other partly constructed materials are not admissible.

Rules 802-S00

BADGES OF RANK. GENER,AL.

803.

I3adges

o{ r;rnk arc obta.ined from I.H.Q. :rnd issuecl g6q.

as follorvs

ranks, when the appointment has been made. (3) For Old Scouts. By the L.A. Secretary (or Badge!

s-ecretary) on the recommendation of the Secretary o{l the OId Scout Branch.

806. (i) I'ire badges

at the same time.

oJ trvo t'rr more ranks may

Duplication

not be worrr o{ badges, etc.

Rules 296-301

UNIFOBM

County ancl other emblem, if, and as authorised under liules 3.12-345. Rejerance should be ttade to the pamphlet " Notes for I4'omen .\couters." obtainable.frorn

(rr) Have at least nine months' satisfactory servicc as 4L2. The Second Star mendation of tire C.\{.

.H.Q. Jrec of charge.

lrstit k. 'Plaln-eruercoat-er..-rnackintosh.f L.a,ny:rrd

NonCxecutive

rntl

Eonorary ranks

OLD Olil

Scouts

Unitorni

Guitles and Guirlers

Guide uni.fornr

Unilorm Scouters

SCOUTS.

2984. (i) Old Scouts wea.r uniforn as for Scouters as desr:ribed in llule z9l, ltut rvithout shoul<ler knot. | (ii) Ttt<rse rvlto hate bcr:n invested as Scnior Scout may rvear lmalot,n

g:r,rter t.rbs instead

badges. this

{.'l . . -, "."

Ilaversack or ruc-sac. I(ni{c.

oI green; and those as Rovers, reri.

appropriate badges oI rank under Palt VIII.

301". (i) A Guider who is aiso a Scouter may wear her blue coat erncl skirt or overall with the appropriate hat, badge, and scarf or green tie, lor all Scout functions.

(ii) In tire

case o{ a warranted Guider, Guide unifor:m should

be worn at Guidc functions.

granted by the L.A. on the recom-

he can wear u'hile in the Pack, and rvhen he-goes

Special

Raclges

Collector. Observer. Gardener. (z) Haodcra{t. Colour of badge--ve)1ow.

Artist. HomecraJt.'Ioymaker.

(3) Service. Colour of badge-red. First Aicler. Guide. House Orderly. of badge--green. (4) Physical l{ealth. Colour -Iearn

Plaver. Athlete. Su.immer. 415. Ilust make a collection of one group of

objects, neatly Group r arr;rnged, for a pcriod of, at least three and systenraticaily his collec-l co!!gc-; -Collector" something about hls months, and know somethlng

tion :rnd show an intclligent interest in it. 'lhel nature of the collectiol should be chosen by the

Cub. Suggestions are as Iollorvs: Stamps, postmarks, picture postcards, cigarette cards, fruit papers, match-box tops, crests, coins,

299" A

800. A Ranger or Cadet Ranger who is granted a warrant as a Scouter will wear uni{r:rm as in llules 296-297, u'ith the

418. A Leaping Wolf Baclge wiil be au'arded to a Wolf Cub Leaping who has gainerJ }iis Second Star artd tt-o special,proficiency Wolf Badge

to ca.rry whistle.

Cub.

2S?. liire following articles .1rc optional for ladies:Stick or thu

Rules 411-416,

PROFICIET{CY BADGES

feathers, leaves or flou'ers. (For the purpose of

the last two, photographic or carbon reproductions may

accepted.)

Or, Must keep a scrapbook rJiary of events, etc., for a period

of at least three months.

-Observe-u

Rules 417-418

(S) With a urrilonn coat or tunic as permitted in (4), a green tie must, or u'ith arr ordinary

Group r -Gardener

iacket tnay, pe u't,rn instead o{ a scarf. t'd.

((;) Trousers, permissible.

(7) g

{}

-Artist

1118.

or still-life

group. three

montlls.

Scar'rves

if entitlecl to it.

by Rule z9r.

996. 'lhe followin.g is the unifornr lor ladies :-Sooutmastcr's hat (four rlents). Anv one o{ the {ollorving in khaki, green, blue ().r grey :-

seen.

(r) Keep a sketch book for a period of

t t:!r ..,. ...j

cases

or pencil, any animal or huma.n being he has lerndscape

carried on appropriate occasiorrs instead of

(z) In addition do one of tlre {oilo*'ing:(a) I)raw from life or memory, in pen and ink

are

W4- Group Scouters, when not with or representing their Group, rnay wear the Gilwell scarf, if entitled to it.

(r) Must drarv, in the presence of the Examiner, with

([,) Draw from nature

A u.alking stick or tltumbstick may

(3) The spccial Giiwell scarf,

pencil, brush, pen or crayon an original illustration of any incident or character in a simple story (size not less than 7 by 5 inches).

td."""h", with stockings,

29& Scouters, other than Group Scouters, may u/ear any oI the Iollowing scarves :ir) The scarf of any Group to rvhich they belong. {z) A scarf of " Scout " green.

Group

Bules 292-296

UNIFO&M

PROT'ICIENCY BADGES

Coat, with or without belt of same niaterial, skirt and shirt of ttre sarne colour. Shirt or iersey, anrl skirt, with Scout belt. One-pir:ce Jroc]<

rvith Scout belt.

in ltules 293-'2{)+, or g,'rcr:n tie. L3rou,n, khaki or blrck stnckirrgs. I3rorvn or blar:k shoes. Shoulder badge, in tlrc case o[ (.]"ou]r Scouters,

Scarf, as

indir:ziting

the Group, on rigirt shouicler or oo both, according to the custotn r'lf the Group ,9

I-adies

IIilIEOB!I

Rules 287-991

Bovers

ha.s been

a Scout (or who

Squire

Rovers arrd Air Rovers

Rule 3t8 (r).) 28S. A }lover Sea Scout rvears uniform as for Sea Scout, as described in Ilule 284, but u,ith thtl follorving diflerences:see

Rover

in- a jersey

has

Sea

Scouts

Ca.p. \Vith ribbon inscribed " ltover Sea Scouts " or, il desiled, in the case ol Groups operating on inland x'aters, the rvclrds " llover Scout-"

knot. Red, Carter tabs. Ited. Shoulder

Special scarves

a needle and sew on a buttcn, darn a holel Group or stoching and ruend a tear, arrtl carry out zrny twol

.ti

with Jurniture, or station, or rcco[dition twol rlurablc toys approved by the C.M. I

yeliora', and green.

(Note.-An arlicle presented Jor the Tuo Slat Test $) rnust nol be admitted Jor an.y fart oJ this badge.)

421. (r) I{rrow how to "

clean-up " and treat z graze. Group (z) Be able to drcss ;rncl bancJage a hand and a cut prr"" -First Aider :rnd put on a large irm sling correctly. (_3)

scoureRs.

Scouters

Uniform described

Part VIIL

shirt ancl collar. 58

Knou' the treatment for stopping bleeding

from the

991. AII

A.S. badge is of the colour appropriate to the rank of the Scouter as laid down in

-flemg| craJt

of the following tests:(r) Knit a useful article.

passed the Tenclerloot test anC made the Scout Promise) wears uniform as for Scout, Sea Scout, or Air Scout, as the casc may be, as described in Rulcs 283-285, but the sboulder knot rvill be

Rover

419-t122r

419. Must thread

ROVERS.

28?. (i) A Rover Squire who

Rules

PROFICIENCY BADGES

nose.

(4) I{now how to extinguish clothes that have carrght fire; and how to treat minor burns and scalds. (,s) Show summoning adult help.

that he understands the need {or

(6) Know the simple treatment for shock (not electric).

422. (r) Ile able to give clear and

concise dirc,--tions, rvell16,16up

\<-* / \ \ ,/

frre alarnt, raiirvay station, garage ancl hotel.

petr;i station,'motor

(3) Knorv how to cali for Fire, Police, Ambulance.

(4) In towns

: Know tbe number, if any, and

at least two piaces each wav on the route of the local trams up to a maximum of four routes.

buses or

In countrv: Knou. the route of the local bus or buses. 87

Rules 428-425

Group

-Hquss 'Orderly

UNIFOBM

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Cop. Blucjacket's cap (rvith u'hite cover front rst .\{ay to 3oth September) with ribbon inscribecl " Sea Scouts " or, if desired, in

428. (r) I'Iake a good pot of tea, and Iry or poach an egg. (z) Prepare potatoes, and boil or fry them. (3) Make a tred, w-ash up crockery, utensils,

the case of Groups operating on inland rvaters, the rvords " l3oy Scouts." -ferseys

etc,

Shirt or jersey. I)ark blue.

(4) Clean windows and brasswork. (5) Sweep and dust a room, or scrub a table. (6) Lay a table for a.t lea.st three people for a meal oI two courses.

Grouir

-Athleto

424.

rvearinq the x-ords " I3oy Scouts " on cap ribbons rvill *'ear a l,lue jerscv or shirt, q.ithout th.e rvords " Sea Scouts," but rvitlt an anchor badge in eitl."er case.

Shorts. Darlr blue. Relt. 'fo be uorn either unclerne:rth or outsirlc the jersey, r.vhichever is the practice o{ the Clronp.

Must be able :To sprint 5o yards in ro seconds. 'fo jump z ieet 6 inches (high jump). To jump 6 ft. (long jump). To climb a tree at least 15 feet, or climb a rope at ieast

{eet.

.rzards,

and catch one thrown

fullowing difference.'Shirt or Jcrsev. Crcy.

To do a hand stand.

To do a cart-wheel.

Shorts. Stockings

Class B.

To sprint 6o yards in ro seconds. To juntp z feet 8 inches (high jump). To jump 7 leet 6 inches (long jump). To climb a tree at least 15 feet, or climtr a rope at least

c"p.

in fresh

water. (S) Swim on bacl<

for

Gre-y.

I I

u(.,

Sofh- "'without 'pe'alr ; dark ]>lue ; with the Scout badge between

SENIOR, SCOUTS.

286.

425. (r) I\{ust bc

able to srvim z5 yards (any stroke). (z) Be able to float on back for 6o seconds in salt water or 3o seconds in freslr water, or tread water for two minutes in sa,lt water or one rninute

b1ue.

Scouts

the left-hand side.

To do a hand stand. To do a cart-w'heel, left and right handed.

--Swimmer

D:rrk

Air

the lctters "A" and " S ", all in gold on

ro {eet. To throrv a cricket ball 3o vards, and catch one thrown from r-5 yards.

'Group

rvith thc

u.ords " Sea Scouts " in wliie letters across the chcst ; or shirts or jerscvs witir arr anchor badge on the right b.reast. Groups

\ :ri-r,/

To throw a cricket ball uo from to vards.

Rules 284-286

; or, i-f desirecl, in the case o{ operating on iniancl $aters, the rvords " Scnior Scouts." Shoulder patch. Of palrol colours, instead of shoulrler knot. Sea Scout r

] in. square, parti-coloured diagonally. Woro at

the top oI t.he left sleeve immediately below the shoulder seam.

Garter tabs. ldaroon.

'flrumbstick. As alternatir.e to

ll'or

stalT.

shoulder straps, uhich ave classed. as badges of ranh,

see

Rule 3r5 (r).) 57

Bules 288-284

426. Must be a regnlar playing member of a properiy Group

Hat. Khaki (four dents), flat brim, leather band round crov'n, ald lace worn at back of head and tierl in front on the brim o{

4 o{ football, rounders. cricket or some other _Team orgarrised game of a similar nature. (Ttre team Player

organised team

:nust be under the control of the C.M., the boy's schoolmastcr, or other person approl'ed by the C.M.) NIust irave played in at least six matches

the hat. Scarf. Of the Group colour worn with a woggle (other than Gilwell pattern) or a loose knot at the throat. Shirt. I):irk blue, khaki, grecn or grey, u'ith

tu'o patch pockets (buttoned), and shoulder

straps optiorral; or a jersey or

of the

swea,ter

and must be specially recommendecl by captain and hv the person resl;onsible for

team as being a keen, sportsmanlike playerscouTs.

;.: ' Belt, Brorvn leatber or web, ,," ;, Stockings. .\ny plain c,rlour: rvortt turned _f

rlr

,1r

The fifteenth birthdav u'ill trc the dividing

below the shoulder badge.

occasions.

(ii) The foilowing optional articl.es may a)so be worn :Haversack (worn on the back, and not at the side) or ruc-sac.

r,... Sea Scouts

First Class Badge is

appropriate 1t

loud

oattcrns arc not allowcd.

t{r:1J,1

.,,, J .,'., .

284. (i) A Sea Scout rvea.rs in Ruie 283, trut rvith the {ollolving

uniform as fr:r Scout, as desclibed

differencres :---

as Scouts Genera.l

date

433-+35.

cquipped with a natural wood staff, marked in feet and

Cord. A length of oord may be carried on the belt. Overcoat, mackintosh, or jacket. Bright colours or

Rules 342-345.

occasions.

bac.lges

County and other emblem. If and as authorised under

Lanyard. To carry whistle or knife. Kni{e. Carried on tbe belt. Handaxe. Carried on the belt, but only on

of Scout proficiency

subjects for Roy Scouts (under 15 years oi age) and 45 special ,proficiency badges for Senior Scouts (over r5 years of age). These are set out in Rules 438 to 524 inclusive.

Air Scouts " bearing the words " Sea Scouts in letters not more than quarter-inch high wiII be worn

articles

(z) Forty-two special proficiericy badges for diflerent

Scout sections must not include the words " Sea Scouts " or " Air Scouts " in the Group title. A flash

Optional

lollows

scheme

anrr Irirst Class Scout-the tests for lvhich are set out in ]iulcs 4zg and 43r respectively.

Stafi. Every Scout, including a Sea or Air Scout, should

427. Thc generai

(t) 1'wo general proficiency badges-Second Class Scout

to be carried on all appropriate

his the

szrme colours.

Shorts. Dark blue, khaki or grey.,\, . i

inches,

Rulss 426-4?7

PROFICIENCY BADGES

IINIFOBM

gained.

will be on maroon ground only, w-ith the exception of the Ambulance

backgrouncls, but all Scnior l3adges

Badge, which is a red cross on a white round background. 8q

scheme

RuIe d28

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Method ol wear

4?5. Scout proficiency badges are \vorn on the right arm in parallel ro*'s between the shoulder and the ellrcw, except as

follows

(r)

TJre Second Class Badge is worn on the

the shoulder and tlre elbou.

shoulder, rvhenever gained.

(a) I'jubllc Service Badges will be rvorn on the left -A,id

zrrrn

or Ambuiance Badge at the top.

Public Service Badges are as follorvs :-Ltnder t5

Oucr

CUBS.

left arm between

(z) The First Class Radge is rvorn *'hen gained in the place r:f the Second Class. (3) The Ambulzrnce }3aclge is the only badge wortr on both a.rnrs. It must be worn as the top tradge nearest the

the }.irst

Bules 281-288

UNIFOBM

badges

rvith The

C.M.

Coxswain

Observer Ambr.rlance

lihorts. I);rlk blue, khaki or greyr i

Fircfighter Irirst Aid

Dcspa,tch [{ider

liireman

StooliinSJs. Any plain colou::; worn turncd dorvn below ilie kree, rvith grecn tabbecl garter

Guide

iandyrirar-i

Jobman [-iIe-saver

Interpreter Leading Signa,ller

Linguist

Pathfincler

... Aircralt Corstructor, Air

" l'. ',-.

''.

Boots or -slLoes. I3rown or black. Shoulder patch. Srnall triangular patch of cioth (the colour of the Six), se\\'n at the top o1 le{t slecve, immediately trelow t}rc shoulder,

Aviator tsatlge

, ,'

sho*-ing orrtside.

Pilot Public Ilealtir

Messcuger trIissioner

Essential articles

down or rolied up, at the discretion of the

Air

Air Spotter

0ubs

witir point upwards.

Stroulder bzrrlge. Indicating the Group, worn on right shoulder or on troth, accorrling to the custorn of the Group.

Countl, and other Rr:les 3,12-34.-5.

emble.m

If and as authorised under:

Cllitler,

Air Xtechanic, Air Navigator.

Iiarmer, li'islternlan, Countryma:r Batlge llorscnlarl, Hot1icultr-rrist, Naturalist. Crattsman Badge Artist, Handicra{t, Leading Piper, N{usician, ()ratcsr, Forester,

282. Tire loilorving optional .rrticlos may be carried

appropriate occasions :---

IJaversack (x'orrr on the bach, and not at the sicle) or srnall

I)hiIatelist, Photographer,

ruc-sac.

Iteader.

Mariner tsadge... I3ozrtswain, Ilclmsman

Ope" ni* fiAge Carnp \\r;riricrr, Hikei, x{apmakcr, )laster Cook, J.'ioneer, Tracker.

Scientist Batlge

Overcoat, rnackintosir, or jacket. Datlerns irL'c n0t eLUoued.

Bliglrt

|,t

colours

I i. ', d !

/-r

loud

ij*,

.. Asttononter, Electrician,

Nlecl.ranic, )\'leteorologist.

Radio l\'lcch:rnic.

Illustlations of the Collective Badges are shown against the first tradge tests in each group. 90

on {)ptional :rrticles

scouTs.

283. (i) A Scout rvc:rrs uni{orm as follows, with the appropriate badges o{ rank described in Rules 3rr-3r4. 55

Scouts

Essential :rrticles

IIIIFORM

Bules 975-280

PROFICIENCY BADGES

PAR'[ VII.

Public Service Badges. I (8) Thc Bushman's 'fhong is worn round the right shoulder.l (9) 'Ihe.Seaman's Badge is worn in the centre of the rightl

UNIFORM. -?

GENERAL.

2?5. I'he correct unifonn to be worrr by Scouls, Scouters, Non-executive and l-Ionorary ranks, and OId Scouts, as also by

Oeneral

Uniform

d..,

helping with Scout Groups, is described under the various headings in this Part o{ P.O.R. The badges of rzrnk to be worn are set out in Part VIII.

i,,,,

i :;'. :.. t r, !t

in certain cases when

ntembers of the Girl Guidcrs Association

descriherl

i' r

:J' tsright metal buttons. una.uthorised badges, fancv decorations a,nd personal adornments, must rot be dispiayed.

;

)').-

thcy mu.st bc in proper.unilorm.

Scarf colours

;.'r& fl,r,. " 5;-- .-..: i', \'irt "'1 2?5. (i) Similar scarves must be worn by ali

members of a

Group.

Kitt

280. The following persons, other than ladies, may wear the kilt with a plain leather sporran :(r) Ary person holding any rank in the Movernent in Scotland.

(z) Elsewhere than in Scotland, the rnembers of any Section of a Group or of tho OId Scout Branch of a Group,

provided they all rveal the kilt, and that:111 the members o{ the Group are of Scottish dcscent-i.a., have at least one grandparent o{ pure Scottish blood.

(3) Persons qualified as undcr (r) or (z) in respect of service

in lreland or Irish 54

descent.

Rules tl28-429

(ro) The.Airman's Batlge is rvorn in the centre of tne rigntl

(rr) A Scout may continue to wear any

badges

or.o.Url

I'Iinor cuts and

scratches.

Sprains. ]3ruises.

Bleeding frorn the nose. Stings and bites. Burns and scalds. Know how to avoid sunburning, aud thep itnportance of doiirg so. I Dcmonstratt. the usc of the tria.ngular baudage as a' sling.

their *oods for

6.res.

c)l

Rules 429-431

GROUP ORGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

\41 Pioneering.

Signalling.

I(now the ilIorse or Sernaphore sign {or every letter in the alphabet, and for the numerals--also the table of Miscellaneous Signals in Camp Fire Yarn 7 of " Scout-

Be able to send and receir,'e a simple message accurately out-of-doors.

ing for Boys."

(6) Exploring. (a) Know the 16 points of the compass and horv to set

2'14t. Old Scouts may wear uniform as in Rule tg8.L, a,nd Uniforrn and badges in RuIe 325e.

badges as a

map.

Paras.6z--75

(b) he has the usc of a bicycle, demons;trate that he is ' If keeping it ploperly rnaintained and that ire is able to cflect nrit:or repails.

430. The Rarige is granted by the I..A. oo the recomrnendation of the S.NI., rvho acts as Examincr. First Scout

Class

43L. Refore being awarded the First Class Badge, a Secoud Class Scout must pass the following tests :{t) Prrlininary.

(a) IVIust be zrble to re-pass the Second Class Tests.

(b) X'lust have camped, as a Scout, for a total of ro niglrts bcfore cot-npleting his lrirst Class

f'ests.

One rveeh-end camp, at lcast,

nrust be included in the total.

Eules g74c-8?4I

t.r

Bules 278-2?4r

Uniforrtr

and badges

GROI'P OR,GANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

| 273. lhe extent and description of the service and other lactivities in this Stage are {or the R.S.L. and Crerv to decide. 2?4. Rovers u.ear uniform as in Rules 288-289, ancl badges as

in Rule 3r8.

oI this,

Olil Scout Branoh

Puqrose

Formation, etc.

THE OLD SCOUT BRANCTT (GBOUP). 274r. Ihe purpose of the O1d Scout Branch is to give its

pass_o-ne barlges: Camper, -oI the following Handyman, \Aroodcra{tsman, Naturalist, Ra.ckuo6ds-

man, Pioneer, Stallier, Tracker, Starman or Astronomer.

me.,mbers

a feeling of continued possession in tire Group and to utilise their services for the support, development, and- welfare of the Group and its traditions.

2?4e. (i) An Old Scout Branch may be {ormed in cornection with a Group by procedure similar to that laid down in Rule

r94 for the addition of a Section to a Group.

(ii) The Old Scout Branch is, however, distinct frorn the three Sections of the Group, and Rules tg7-2tr do not apply

d3l Cbserualion.

(a) Read the m.eaning ol a series of simple tracks made in sandy or other suitabie ground. These sliould include

to it except where specifically

stated. It must be entirely self-supporting, and its funds and f.nances must be kept separate from those of the Group.

Members ex-officio

Registration of

Old

Scouts

Precalutions and Reports

2?4c. All Scouters oI the Group whilst holding warrants

as such are ex of&cio members of the Group Old $cout lJranch.

2?4n.

The OId Scout BraLnch of :r Group may at its discretion,

but subject to the approval of the D.C., register annually as an Old Scout any former member o{ the Group qualified in

accordance with Rules z74c an:d z74a; ai:l, simiiarly, may at any time remove the name o{ any person from the register.

TIIE OLD SCOUT. The Olil Scout

Registration

runxilg, iimping, carrying a weight, walking backwards, and blind gaits. (b) Ee lble to recognise and name, from lists submitted by the Scout, 12 common trees and 6 common birds.

{4) Pioneering.

Signalli.mg.

Semaphore,

out

a- compass direction by day or night without the aid of a compass. (6) Go on foot, alone or with another Scout, a z4 hour journey of at least 14 miles. In the course of the

journey he must cook his own meals, one of rvhich must 93

Ruls t[8l

2?0. The Rover is expected to adopt and be governed by Trairring --Idea-ls the {ollowing principles :(r) His Promise o{ Duty to God, through a couscientious

include meat, over a wood fire in the open; 6nd his' camp site and camp {or the night. He must carry.out any-instructions given by the Exaniner as to things to be observed en route.

efiort to develop his own spiritual life, and through the practice o{ his religion. (z) His Promise of Duty to the King, through an carnest endeavour to secure a proper ltnowledge of the Govern-

by water' and partly by land-at least five miles of the 14 to'

Sea Scout may do this journey partly

be done on foot. This test should be taken last.

ft)

Pwblic

Sevuice.

(a) Have a comprel:ensive knowledge o{ the Highway (bqe, ' ' includirig.-ani.ier afpendices and supplementary notes, and be questions and give demonstrations in able to relation to anY Part in it.

to be expressed in his actions, and in goodrvill, fellowshjp and clean-living.

t182. The I'irst Class badge is granted by the L.A. on the recommendation o{ the D.C. (or s.imeone other than a Scouter

9'lL. (i) A{ter Investiture, the Rovel rvill undergo training, 'frainingchoosing his activitit:s {roru t}re gloup of subjects listed below, Prar:.tical

S.If. The lattr:r will exarnine for all tests except {or the iourney; the D.C. (c'r his nominee as zr,bove) will give the

subjects under each of thcse heacls:-.-

and should aim at progressive developrnent in one or

\['or]d .A{fairs. National Af{airs.

Cultural Subjects. Scoutcraft.

Hanclcrafts, I{obbies and Sy>rts.

I 433. The Scout Cord, a braided lanyard in Scout ggeen, l*ort oo the right shoulder. ReIore being awarded the Scout Cord, a Scout must :Ilold the First Class 1)adge and six Proficiencl' Badges'

(ii) An essential part of the training of llovers is the rnanagemelt of the affairs of their own p.rrt of the Crew undcr the general leadership of the .F{.S.L.

'Ihe Scout Cord may only be gained bv a Scout under r5 but he will continue to wear it until such time as he gains the Bushman's Thong or its equivalent.

g?2. The Rover rvili move up to the Scrvice Stage of the Crew at latest by his z5th birthda,v; and the following may also join the Service Stage:---

(iii) Service activities entail ca,reful selection and preparation according to the needs of the indivi<lual Rover as well as of the Crew as a whole.

two of u'hich must be selected from Backrvnodsman, Camper, Cook, Stalker, Starman, Weatherman, Woodcraftsman-

Thong;

Ifis Promise to Obey the Scout Law by adopting.-it as an ideal

of the Scout's own Group, appointed by the D.C.) anrl the

Bushrnan's

Citizen.

(a)

eflect all reasonable rePairs. (d) Understand the procedure for reporting road accidents.

Cord

ment of his country, and to per{orm his duty as a

(b) Demonstrate the principles of controlling traffrc. he has the use of a bicvcle, demonstrate that he is' (c) '' If keeping it properly maintained and that he is able to

The Scout

Rules 9?0-972

GBOIIP ORGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Rules t[31-t[34

434. Before bcing awarded the Bushman's Thong, a nlust :-

Scout

Hokl the First Class Badge and threc of the foilowing : Venturer, Camp Warrlen, Forester, Naturalist, I{eteorologist,

(r)

Rovers lvho, {or good reasons which satisfy the R.S.L. and Crew, are unable to take part in the activities given in Rule z7r $\.

Service Stage

Rules P,64-869

GBOUP OBGAMSATION

PROFICIENCY BADOES

(:) The age for aclmission is necessarily dependent on the physical and mental development of a boy in his progress to manhood. He must be at lea,st r7$ years ol

Bailge. (For Sea Scouts only). Seaman's Badge Must lrold the First Class Badge and three of the following :

Seamau's

Venturer, Boatswain, Helmsman, Fisherman, Naturalist, Meteorologist, Astronomer, of wirich the Venturer and either the BoatswaiD or Helmsman are obligatory.

age, and preferably r8.

(a) The latest age {or admission as a Squire is hiS z3rcl trirthday. Older men may be admitted under Rule 272 (2).

265.

On admission to zr Crerv. he is known as a Rover Squire as he is invested as a Itover.

until such time Training

as Rover Squire

266. lJefore a Rover Squire can be invested a,s a Rover he must have fu1filled the following conditions to tire satisfaction of the R.S.L.

(r) (z) (3) (4)

(5)

Uniforrr and badges

the

Bover

Inl.estiture

311d g1gv,'

and studied "'Soouting for Boys " and " Rovering to Success," and current Senior Scout

FI:Lve read

26?. (i) Rover Squires wiro have been Scouts or.Senior

Badge a Scout must : Flold the Bushman's Thong (or Seamzrn's or Airman's I3adgtN and four of the senior Pubiic Service Badges of which Ambulance

is obligatory. A l(ing's Scout wlll receive his Badge, if he so desires, from the Chief Scout, wiro holds reccptions {or thc ourpose at convenient intervals at I.H.Q.

(z) are not easicr than the tests in the Rules;

(:) fulfil the

same general purpose.

43?. It is no lorrger necessary {or certain tests to annually.

rc-passed

Rules 434-48?

be1 I

Ruies 438-440

GROUP ORGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

258. 'fhis structure o{ the Crew is <iesigned so as:(r) to provide a programme of activities for the anc'l Rovers under

Air

Apprentice

1.5).

438. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Air llecnanic.) (r) Know the proper conduct to adopt, and the ordinary

safety precautions to {ollow, when on an airfield or near aircra-{t.

(z) I(irow horv to be of practical help to a pilot

by indicating rviud direction by day and by night, and keeping his lancling strip clear. I{ow to help a pilot bv picketing an aircra{t, how to

and improvise them antL how to assist. in refueiling aircraft. use chocks

(3) Have a knowledge of airfield procedure, rules and

regrrlations.

480. (Corresponding

Ba<1ge

structor).

(r) Make a

for over r5-Aircraft

scale model o{ any specific (Use of kit not permissible.)

type of

Con-.

aeroplane-

Air Spotter

Squires{

training in compliance with Ruid 254, l (z) to continue to provirle a Brotherhood of the Open Airl arrd Service fof those not under training.

PBOFICIENCT BADGES

Boy Scouts (Under

Bules 158-864

(ii) There should be one }Iate to every {our to six llovers. (iii) Ro-ver Nlates wear uni{orm as in Rule 288, ancl badges

iu Itule

3r8.

cedence as a Rover.

_ 263. . If occupation, age, or other circumstances. prevcnt a Rover from carrving on a1 a mcmber of his Crew, .his mcmber._ Termination ;i'..""-'^" ship of the Crew sf,all cease. I membership

TIIE

BOYER, SQUIRE.

ol ltle set forth in the Scout lromise and Law. 49

Bules 250-257

tt Functions

of title

252. Where the context so requires, the term R.S.L. shall, in respect o{ all {unctions, be taken to mean any one of the persons acting as the lczr"dcr oI the Crew under Rule 255'

IJniform

and

badges

253.

R.S.L.s ancl A.I{.S.L.s wear uniforrn as in Rules 2gr-292,

and badges as in Rules 320-322.

TI{E

The Crew Aims

of formation

Llombined r,,-reetings

the D.R.S.L., or any R.S.L. a.ppr:oved by the L.A. and D.C. (ii) Such a body oI Rovers cannot be registcred as a L.A' Crew

Stages

or Group

since

all tlie

Rovers rnust already be members

of Groups registered un<i.er the L.A. | 25?. (i) The Rover Crew is divided into three stages I

I I I

:trt 'l'he Probatit,nt'r Stage-

follows

Rover Squires.

(z) The Training Stage--after Investiture as Rovers. t:t The Service Stage-the older members of the Crew" 48

Angler

(z) Have a knowledge of the fish that inhabit the watcrs oI the local.ity. (3) Know the rules concerning ihe close

season

the size o{ {ish allowed to be taken. Explain t6g1e" and l# J;;'I; oI the riversitte.

(4) Demonstiate how

to iit up rod, line and

casts.

(5) Knou'the sizes o{ hooks most suitable and show a. knorvbait. Demonstrate the correct way to use a, landing

ledge of oet.

(6) Ltake a float. 44P., (Corresponding Badge tbr over r5-\'enturer.)

CREW.

priate to the age of Rovers; and (z) to encourage Rovers to make use{ul careers for themselves and to render scrvice to the community. Rover training covers the period during which the young maD

Conditions

441. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Irisherman.) (r) Catch, prepa:re and cool< his fish.

o{ the Crerv. In normal circumstances an application for a warrant of this rank should not be submittecl for

including the expenditure of Crerv funds, as delined in Rule zo9.

,Extension

Rules 441-443

PROFICIENCY BADOES

GROI'P OR,GANISATION

Athlete

Vffi /4 '*o&q'

:.:

r.3

years --3z points.

vcars--38 points.

years-44 points.

Standavrl 6 points

(i)

roo yards

(ii) I{alf-mile

2.55 mlns.

3ft. 6in. (iv) Throrving the

Cricket Ball

(v) Scout's Pace,

one

mile. Variation

either way

4,itil.

(Corresponding Badge for over r5-Pioneer.)

,\$fl"Yb^ (r) Make a sa.tisfactory shelter for tr,r'o people, 1/,/ 'fiih fuusing. natural materials, and sleep in it, alone or ?,1 r(i.lili ffiwith another Scout, for at lcast one night.

%'Wrru..iil,iu:il}":;?.'.-jl',H:i'.:'ffi r""?Xl;:.il 97

Backwoodsman

Rules 443-445

PROFICIENCY BADGES

(3) Demonstrate three

CR,OUP ORCANIfIATION

of the following :.-

(a) Improvised methods o{ moving injured persons having clue reg:rrd to their sa{cty and cornfort. (ir) Climbing a tree to a height oI at least zo l'eet from the

e, h.", ird m"aisl "o<rti himself and his compa.niirrr. On his return he shall give a verbal report to ti-re lroop or patrol. The Seniorl Scout compa,nion will also repdrt on his proficiency.

ground and lashing on the founda.t.ion spars of a look-out post.

(r:) Rowirg a bo:rt, p:tddling a cance, or poling a punt for at leilst half a mile.

(d) The construction of a sunclial, or :r gaclget to firrd the

11u6 \orth. (r) Any method o{ purifyir:g contaminated water and of

straining muddy v'zrter.

g4?p. After investiture a.s a Senior Scout, he p.oc"".lrl

to qualify for :(r) Irirst Class Scout-if not already ss. (Iiule 43r.)

Mate

a 'Iingle, or appl7t a. canvas patch to a kayali. (z) Ile erble to make tbe follorving TJends and Hitches: Timber Hitch, Rollirg Hitch, Marline

Spike I-Iitcir, lJ1;rr:hwall llitch, Midshipman's

l-Iitch, Fisherura.n's l3enrl, Carrick Bend, Bowline

on Bight, ltunning Bou'lire, Catspaw, and

be able_to mouse a hook; Short and Eye Splices, Single \['all ancl Crown and a ]llatthe* Walt<er.

(3) Make a fender, either o{ rope or canvas, suitablc for a

puliing boat.

ir cleaning and painting a

boat.

(5) Know the contents oI a Boat's Bag. (6) Make tlie {ollowing on a Bosun's call :Dinner. The Carry On. Away Ship's Boat Lash Up and Stow. The Still. Pipe Down. -8ookma.n

Subscorrent-

ir"'i;i;s*

444. (Corresponding Ba<1gt: {or over r.5-Boa.tsrvain.) (r) Repair a sma1l lcak in a prrlling boat by mea,ns of

(4) Take a leading part

(z) Rushman's Thong, Seaman's I3a,dge, or Airman,s Badeel (RuLe 434), a,s may Lre appropriate. t (3) King's Scout (Ittrle 433).

24?8. (i)

Boatswain's

Rules 247o-250

Senior Scout P;rtrols and Senior'Iroops

in a

I-.A. lCornbilr,rl

may meet together as desire<l for trai.ing or othir activities,l r:ructi,ss but such a combination mav not be registJred as a L.A. Senioil

Troop.

(ii) Such activities r,r'ill be stimulated and co-ordinatecl bsl the 1).C. or,A..D.C.1S.) (,r su(:[r othcr c:<pcrienctd Scoutcr as thil D.C. may appoint Ioi thc pur-posc.

24tp. A Scnior Scout wears unift.irln as itr I{ule z8r, an.ll

btdges as in Rutc

ar5.

l;#^T;';s".

ROVEB LEADEB AND ASSISTANT ROVER LEADER,.

248.

R.S.Ls. and A.R.S.Ls. are appointed on the recommendazr.nd D.C., r.vith ivirrants in accord.ance lritU

tion of the L.A. Part

rrr.

R.S.L. enrt e.n.$.fr.

f*#"i

,AS. In no circumstances will a warrant for either .ank be Lurdie' granted to a iadv.

(z) A general knowledge o{ the social needs of the community in his neighbourhood and ability to find service for his Rovers. (3)

r\ personal standing, character ancl experience o{ life, such as will enable him to iead young men, ald an

GROUP OBGANISATION

PROFICIET{CY BADGES

Rulos rlz16-r[48

Ztl7.:. (i) A Patrol Leader(S.) is a Senior Scout appointed by the S.M.(S.), in consultation with the Court of Honour or tlie Patrol concerned, to take charge ol a Senior Scout Patrol.

446. (Correspon<ling Badge for over r5-Photographer.) (r) Take with any camera, and develop and print:

Cameraman

Bules 24?r-24?o Patrol Leader(S.)

(ii) The Patrol Leader(S.) may carry the Patrol flag. (iii) Patrol Leaders(S.) wear uniform as in Rule 286 and badges as Second(S.)

Court ol Flonour

The Senior $cout

lnvestiture Age

in Rulc 316. 241r. (i) A

Senior Scc,ut should leave the Senior Troop at the age rrnless he receivcs tire D.C.'s sanction to remain.

(ii) 'r8 A Quali&ca-

tions

of his body rvith special refelence to cleanliness, fresh air, exerciie and rdst. Explain the main dangers

car-c

to sood health and how to avoid them, and understand the-importance of moderation in all thiugs. (4) IJave spent a total o{ at least three- nights away from Irome,

in tlrc ,:otnparry of Senior Scouts, slccping in

tent, hut, barn or simiiar shelter' 46

Scouter, a Policeman, a Postman.

(z) Discuss rz photog::aphs supplied by the Examiner, and arrange them in order of merit, as they appeal to him, giving his reasons.

Camper

refuse.

(5) Have camped under canvas with a Troop or Patrol {or

a total of not

less

than

15 nights.

448. (Corresponding Badge Ior over r5--Master Cook.) (r) i\llake a properly-equip;red carnp kitch.en with operr

fire, and prepare thereon three of the foliowing dishes:

sterv,

z>s?yuil?;T-l',"i1;*l:*:aiJ:";,T;;*.1"';,1",'$t'i"1tt make ntay equivalent,

f/,/ I V

Examiner

consider

and

W,P :i J#:::xi- ;";:,Tr r":?r:r:"':#ilJ*f; in factorily for a Patrol or Troop

camp, for not

less than one complete day.

(3) Make two oI the {ollowing

:-Trvist, Damper, Flapjack. 9q

Cook

Coxswain

449, (Corrt'sponding Badge for over r5-Pilot') (r) Iclentify not less than four types o{-pulling lx'rat,

(z) Age lor S.NI.(S.), not less than 3o

; or, if there is another person (other chan a lady) holding a rvarrant as G.S.NI.,

not less ttran :5. ,\gc {or A.S.},1.(S.), not less than zr.

and

,,uirL ttl" various parts oI a boat by actual demonstration' (z) Take charge of a boat's creu'and demonstrate that he can:Use the correct Pulling orders.

(:) No person holrling aty otirer rva,rrant in the same Group, except ttrat of G.S.Xf., may be appointed to either oj these rarrks.

Hring hoat alorrgside a vessel or landing stage''

.\nchor correctlY. -li.i"iolo]r"ri itiscipline.

(3) Know the elementary RuIe o{ the Road at Sea for Lrcth steiin an.l sailing ships, t<tgether u'ith any local rules for smal!' boats.

(a) Use proPerlY the {ollorving :Clove Hitch. Rolling Hitclr.

Anchor (or I'isherman's) Rend. (.5)

I(no*'the

Sear

boat.

tha't shoulcl propt:llv be carrierl in a pulling

450. (Cctrresponrling Badge {or over r5-Artist') {r) Demonstrate his interest, practice and proficiency iD bome f()rm of one o{ the tollowing :' G r f h i c I r/.-sketching, painting, etching, wooda

cuts, lino-cuts, etc.

Dccoraliuc IIzorli.'-Wallpaper design, printed or woven fabrics, posters, book-jackets, wrought

iron, etc.

Ptastic Art.-Modelling in clay, plasticine, etc." clesigning :rnd nral<ing pottery, etc. Caruing.-Woor1, stone, or semi-permanent material, e'g', soap.

Letteri.ng.-Roman, Gill Sans, Script, etc. In no case is the t'orh to be a copy or tracing, and he must bc prepared to state on his honour that the work is entirely by

his orvn hand.

2. Know the names and something of the u'ork of at least three famous exponents of the art he has chosen. roo

Bules 24?c-21?t

GBOUP OBGANTSATION

PROTICIENCY BADGES

Rules 440-450

liunction*s

use

24lllo. S.Ms.(S.) and A.S.NIs./S.) weal' unifortn as in ltules Unilorm and badges in Ilules 320-322.

)ti1-292 and badges as

TEE SENIOR TROOP. ?Allc. The Senior Troop may consist of one or more Senior The Senior Scout Patrols, but the L.A. and D.C. may not permit the Iroop

that of G.S.[L

'll{llw. (i) A Troop I-eader(S.) may, i{ desired, be appointed Troop I-eader by thc S.M.(S.) in consultation with the Court of }Ionour. (ii) The {olklning qualifications Ability to lead.

are

required:-

Service as a Patrol Leader(S.)

lor at

The l{ing's Scout Bzrdge. A general knorvledge of " Scouting current Senior Scout literature.

(iii) The Troop badges as

in Rule

(S.)

least six months.

for Boys "

and

l-eader(S.) rve;rrs r:nilornt as in Rule 286 and 316.

242t. (i) The Selrior Troop is clivided into Senior

Scout

Patrols, Ltrols, consisting o{ not less ttha,n 4 and not more than 7 Senior Scouts including the Patrol Lea.der(S.) and Second(S.)

(ii) The Patrol should be the unit in all activities. 45

The Patrol

GBOI'P ORGANISATION

Bules 245-!!4?c Qualifications

PROFICIENCY BADGES

| 245.

lz)

for over r5-Fireman.) (.) Knorv and explain the possibilities of danger in :--

451.

I.Iealth.

Clean a wound, an<l make and apply a dressing. (3) Obscruation. Nfake the woodcra.ft signs given in Camp F'ire Yarn o{ " Scouting for Boys."

,'@3

. Demonstrate rvith

rope horv to tic the following krrots : reef, sheet bentl, clove hitch, bowiine, round turn and tr,vo half hitches, sheepsha"nk ; ancl explain their uses. \(hip the end o{ a. r'ope.

and badges

s.M.(s.) aual

a.s.M.(s.) App,ointment Ladies

Qualifications

in Itule

247. A Scout in RuIe 3rr.

wears uni{orm as

SCOUTMASTER,

(SEMOB) AND ASSTSTATflT SCOUTMASIEB

283, and badges as

(sENroR).

241l.. S.Ms.(S.) and A.S.Ms.(S.) are appointed on the recommendation of the L.A. and D.C., rvith wa.rrants in accordance rvith Part

III.

24?e. fn no circumstances rvill a warrant of either rank granted to a lady.

tire outbreak o{ fire.

Koow the methods oI calling the Fire Brigade and the position

(5)

training

Firefighter

Ilriga.de.

14) Pioneeri,ng.

Subsequent

(Corresponding l3adge

accordance with his age;

the salute as cxplained in Camp Fire Yarn 3 of " Scouting for I3oys "; and tle composition of the tloion FIag, an<l horv to hoist, break, and fly it.

Rules 451452

to keep back knot and crarvlilg tlrrough

_Demor:strate the {ollowing:----IJsc o{ scrum

crowds, improvising ropes, chair smolie.

452. (Corrosporrding Radge Ior ovcr r5-*AmbuLrnce.) F-irstAid (r) Demcxrstr:rte his knorvledge oI Tenderfoot and Second

Class First Aid.

n"Sodql q.

l't v""#*#

(z) I{uow the position of the main arteries to stop external bleeding from veins and arteries. a,nd how

(3) Make an improvised stretcher. (4) Know hou'to apply the triangular bandage

treatment of the patient at all stages.

rol

Bulos 458-,154 Gardener

GBOIIP OBGANISAIIOII

PROFICIET{CY BADGES

458.

(Correspr:rnding Badge

Bules 288-244

(iii) The Troop Leader wears uniforrn as in Rule 283, with the shoulder knot o{ his former Patrol, and badges as in Rule 3r4.

for over r5-Horticulturist.)

289,. (i) The Troop is divided into Patrols, each consisting 6 to 8 Scouts, including the Patrol Leader and Second.

(ii) I'he Patrol should be the unit in

of The Patrol

a,ll activities.

,?40, (i) A Patrol. Leader is a Scout appointed by the S.M., in Fatrol consultation with the Court of Honour of the Patrbl conccrncd. I-eaders or border.

perennials, and the planning of colour in a bed

(4) Know horv to make a" compost heap and r:nderstand the of rnanuring, both natural and artificia].

principles

Guide

454. (Corresponding

Raclge

for over r5-Pathfinder.)

iedge, gained by his own exploring and irvestigatiorr, of the

responsible public ollicials.

In Country ouly.-IIouses of r.r'ell-known people, rights of rva.y', Iootoaths, pla-ving Jlelds and other public property.

Or, alternatively, in Lon<lon area: rlave a soulrd

general

knowledge o{ what parts of the country are serrved b1' the rnain

line railways and horl' to reach the principai Lonclon termini

(r) Ilave some krrorvledge of the history of the placc an(l any buildings of historical interest. t02

((

to take charge of a Patrol of Scouts. (ii) The Pa.trol Leader carries the Patrol flag. (iii) Pa,trol Leaders wea,r uniforrn as in Rule 283, ir.nd badges :rs in Rule 3r3.

f!Al. (i) A Second is a Scout selected by the Patro1 l-eader with the approval of the S.NI. and Court of llonour, to assist hitn and to take his piace .when a.bsent. (ii)

Seconds wear

Rule 3rz.

Seconds

uniform as in Rule 283, and badges as iu

a,n a,dvisory

capacity

c>nly,

(ii)

The Court of l{onour deals rsith internal nlatters, including the expenditure of'Iroop funds, in accordance with Ruie z3a (ii).

IEE

SCOUT.

he receives the D.C.'s sanctiou to remain. 43

GBOIIP OBGANISATION

Rules 229-288

(ii) After gaining the Second Star, he may qualify for special proliciency badges, as in Rules 413-426.

230. A Cub wears unilorm

IJnifornr

and badges Ruie

a.s

A.S.M.

In such a case, a special recommendatiorr, additionai to Form G, with a 1ul1 statement o{ thr: circumstances, must be submitted to I.H.f]. by thc L.A. or I).C.

233. 'Ihe special qualificatiorrs for S.M. aDd A.S.M., in to the general tlualifications set out in Rules 69-7o"

Qualitrca-

tious

aclditinn

21g 3.s f6U6\ '5

an<l current Senior Scout literatuie.

(z) Age Ior S.M., not lcss than zo ; for A.S.M., not

than r8.

Uniform

Troop

Size

(r)

less

285. 'Ilo ensure continuity it is most desirable that

every Troop should have one A.S.iiI., ancl, \'here a 'Ircrop consists of

rnore than 4 Patrols, additional A.S.l\ts. a.re desirable.

286. S.Ms. and A.S.Ms. wear uni{orm as in Rules 29r, in Ruies 3zo-322.

l;adges as

S8?. It is not

tban 6 Patrols.

and

TROOP.

desirable that a Troop should consist of more

238. (i) A Troop

Troop

l-ea.der may,

if desired, be

appointe<1 by

thc S.M. in consultation with the Court o{ Ilonour. (ii) The follou-ing qualifications are required :--

Leader

Ability to

operations :Prepare the parts or sections for se.wing and sr:w sections

on tapes. (z)_ FoId and paste on end-papers, glue up ar.rd line wittr muli, round the bacl< and add secontl iining. . (3) Cut boarrls and cover r,r.itl: cloth or paper, anrl put book

into

ca,se.

(t)

I)rirze

sclews.

AI,TI]RNATIVE. to r-| inches without clarnage to

scrervs up

woo<l

(z) Nail-on a packing case lid c.rrrectly, using -rl-rnch wood

ancl r;-inch nails.

TEE

Ite

A}.TEITNATIVE.

Bintl a book, including the following

(r) A general krowlcclge oI " Scouting for L'ioys," " The Woif Cub's Handboolr," " Rovering to Success,'" P.O.R.,

and badges

(z) Show a general knou.ledge of the rarv matr:rial used, where it is obtained and hour it is preparcrl for workirrg.

S.I\lIs. and A.S.Ms. irre appointed on the recommendation

III. A warrant as 5.M. wili be issued to a 292. or A.S.1\(. only lady at the discretion o{ I.}I.Q. in exceptional circumstances.

Ladies

necessary

basiret, cane, mshes or strarv worh, rnade entirely by himself.

llu1e z8r,:rnc1 badges as in

of the I-.A. and D.C., with warrants in accordance with Part

meut

A.S.Ms.

for over r5--l{ancricra.{t.) (r) Produce an article o{ prerctical use in

(Corresponding Radge

3o7.

231.

Appoint-

Functions

455.

SCOIITMASIER AND ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER.

8.M. anil

Rulo t[55

PROFICIEIICY BADGES

lead.

Age not less than r5. Service er.s a Patrol Leader {or at least six months. The First Class Badge.

A general knorvledge of " Scouting for Boys."

z {eet

other piece o{ furniturc. (6) Distinguish woods in local use arrtl know the nature and common uses of e:rch.

AI,TERNATIVE. (r).Set up by hinrsell a handbill or page of type and produce

macnrled prtnts. (z) Understand thc point systern names ot slx common type {accs.

of types and know

the

(3) Unders_tand the printer's correctior.r signs and liaow the names 01 rlrtJerent paper sizes and their measurements. ALI'ERNA:TIVE.

(r) Executc some worli in treaten brai;s, copper or sheet-iron. (z) Exhitrit tools used :ind demorrstr;lte use of each. (3) lixptain tbo compositions

^ .fluxes.

ald properties oI

solders and

(4) IVlakc and solder a tin tn measure, with a lid to fit. r()3

llobbie-s

Rules 455-457

(r)

PROFICIENCY BADGES

GBOIIP OR,GANISATION

ALTERNATIVE,

22O. Where a Pack is part of a Sea or Air Scout Group, itsl members must receive only the ordinary Cub training, and'the' designation and uniform of the Cubs must be the same as for

Sole and l:ecl a pair of boots r:r shoes, eithcr seu'n or nailed,

carpet.

(ii) Icc breaking. (iii) Car accident, with or without

(iv) Contact wittr iive electric wire. r04

fire.

Bules 220-229

other Cubs. No form o{ sea or air training may be given.

221. The Pack is divided into Sixes, each consisting of Cubs, including the Sixer and Second. 222.. (i) A Sixer is a Cub appointed by the C.II. to

Six of

six The

lea<l

Cubs.

Six

Sixers

place when absent. (ii) Se^conds wear uniforrn as ^

Rule

in Rule t8r; and

Seconds

badges as in

3o8.

tnL. (i) The Sixers' Council is an informal bo<lv comoor"6 Scouters of the Pack, the Sixers, ancl, if ilesirecl, 16.

of the

Sixerc' Council

Seconds.

(ii) The {unctions o{ the Sixers' Council a.re set out in

.:r5

(ii).

Rule

and tireir meanirrgs.

&ules 212-810

GBOIIP OBGAilISATION

mixing as fully as r:ther. C}roups wiih krcal Scrzlls, they should keep in touch as far as possitile in tlre spirit of tl-re 4ih Scout

458.

(Cor:responding Badge for over

. CaTy .out the tiran in -his own :-

C.M. anil

a.e.M.

AppointQu:rlifica-

tions

CUBMASTER AND ASSISTANT CI'BMASTEB. 218. (i) C.Ms. and A.C.Ms. are appointed on the recor:rmend:lfion oI the L.A. and D.C., u.ith ivirr:rnts in accortlance with Part IIl.

than

F'unctions

A.C.NI.s necessi],ry

Unilorm and badges Pack

Size

'lraining

less

18.

LLi.

C.Ms. and A.C.Ms. wear uniform as in Rules 29\ or 296 and badges as in Rules 320-322.

TIIE the

following tests in any language

Linguist other

()

'ncoulrv(r)3x"3,1i:Jf*#":,-::y;3J1"*,'Jj",.y,*"ix or periodical. (Scout liter:iture tu be

where availabie.)

used

Note.-An addilioual badge is woln on the right treast poeket ot,irt a sim.ilar position on jerse.y, show,ing tl.re lattgiage or lon'guages

shohen.

Part XII, during the holidays, in-anv IjA.

(ii) Ladies are eligil>le for both ranks.

rnent

r5-Interpreter.)

on :r simple conversation for three ,AgOy/^ (r) Carry mln utcs. r'/{ "?, //,*"i@^ (z) \\'rite a sinple letter of at least ro() vords. W@-+y,.)

l,aw.

badges under

Rulss ,[58-r[69

PROFICIENCY BADGES

PACT.

459. (r)

(Corresponding lladge lor over r5*Venturer.)

Produce

h*sr%

Mh "t6$5"

indicated. Thc targets must be certificd by his Instructors. Edge of shot holc nearest to centrr

of target to

decide value

of hit.

Small Bore Bifle (.zz inch). Any single-lo:Lding type, auv except telcscopic ; position prone ; sling may be used. Ten shots at auy of the foilowing ranges:s.lgnts_

Tesl. Dislance lYards) r roo 2 50 3258<:, 4208(), 51580

Miuinau,m

65 75

Score

Targets

s.NI.R.c. Matctr ,

Air. Bifle (.r77 inch). Any single-loacling type i position stlJding or prone; sling may be used. i'en---shots'at the following r;urge

Test 6

Distance

(\'ards) l{inimu.m Sotyre fargel S.XI.Ii.C. j llull 75 Air Rifle

circumstances a Pack may not consist

Note.-When.ws.ing air rif es, care musl lte lahen to fix the targets so thal, the pellets do not rebound to the da.ager oJ the firer's e\,es.

?.15. 'I'he training c{ Cubs rtrust be kept as distinct as possible

(z) K_norv the usual safetv-first rules for rifle shooting and .have a knowledge of the paits of the rifle he uses and iti care

218. lrxcept in spe,citrl

of more tiran 36 fr.om

that of

C.ubs.

Scouts-

and cleaniug.

ro5

i[arksman

RuIm 460-461 Master-at^qrms

PROFICIENCY BADCES

4t80. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Venturer.)

(r) Demonstrate his proticiency in tu'o of the {ollowing :singiestick, quarterstafi, fencing, boxing, ju-jitsu, wrestling,

gymnastics or tumbling.

%)2-212

(iv) In the case ol any difference of opinion between the Group Committee and the Group Council with regard to the expenditure of funds, the nratter must be ::e{erred to the L.A. and D.C.

208. Nlernbers of a, Group Colnmittee are appointed or retired the G.S.M., subjeot to the approval of the L.A. and D.C. given, in the case of sponsored Groups, after consultation rvitli the Lry

25soyqr"[:)"'illti1"""":lH'.1*":"nh'"l"ri:]:1iil;

In the tumbling item he rnust pcr{orm t}re following to

I-Le

has been

in training for the selected

item, for a period o{ not less than three months. l!{essenger

*tilex

GBOUP ORGANISATION

1161. (Corresponding Ilaclge {or over r5--Despatch Rider.)

cycle properly actorily {or at least six rnonths, a cycle, has used satisfactorily

rrrnctrrre replace renlace a brake, trrake adjust adiust a a. rvheel rvher:l bearing tlea.rins tube, mend a puncture,

Sponsoring Authority.

rvithout charge {rom I.I{.Q.

Gruup Iiinance

2O8. A1l money, except as speciiied in Rule zo9, receive<I by or on behall of a Group or any Section of a Group, must be

210.

a:ed

G.S.Ms. ntust see that accounts of all moneys are hept, any member o{ the Grr:up conoerned is entitled to inspect

them.

standard

I.H.Q.

form

o.f accou,nts cutt

211. 'Itie anlual

a.ccounts

to the L.;\. alter h:lr-ing

fu obtainetl, if

des'ired, Jront

of the Group must be subrnitted;

been audited.

Sules 19?-202 Membership

GBOIIP OBGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Demonstrate

Scout. case of dismissal th.e Scout has a

{)

Transfers

by the proper authority of the othcr organisation. (ii) In case of dispute as to a transfer, the matter must be referred to the D.C. for decision.

Lone Scouts and Lone Senior Scouts

Group Council

Group Committee

{ull and complete account o{ rv}rat he has witnessed or observed.

462.

rs-Public Healt}r.) how to choose, prepare, and ventilate

(Corresponding Badge {or over

(r) Den-ronstrzrte a sick-room.

a Group Scouter.

198. A

that he can observe, remember and report

sultation with the Court of l{onour or the members ol the Crew as the case may be. (ii) The approval ol the G.S.NI. is necessar3' in any case of dismissal of

Rules 461-tlr63

Missiorier

(z) Demonstrate how to wash a patient, give medicine, and take temperature, pulse and

i^|.

respiration.

200. (i) Where, on account of special circumstances, a boy is unable to be a member o{ a Group, the D.C., if he thinks it

registration as Deep Sea Scouts, and not as Lone Scouts, or ;Lone Senior Scouts. 201. (i) Where the Group consists of two or more Sections,

the Scouters of the Sections rvill meet regularly to discriss matters aflecting the Group. Such meeting is called the " Group Council." (ii) 'f'hc G.S.M. rvill be Chairman of the Group Council.

468. (Corresponding Badge Jor over r5-Musician.) (r) I)emonstrate that he knou's the meaning of

tinre 5ignatures an<l the ordinary musical signs denoting pitch and

(a) Sing ts'o songs, chosen by himself, one of them a {olk or traditional song. (The songs should be suitable for unaccompanied singing

at a

carnp-fire.)

(b) Sing a part (tteble or alto) in a part-song or sing a song with a chorus and lead the chorus at a camp-fire. Or

at a

camp-fire,

ta7

Music-maker

Rulos 46tl-467 Oarstnan

484. (Corresponding Badge for over r.5-Helmsman.) (r) Nlanage a dinghy or similar cralt in response to

190. During suspension all activities ol the Group will cease and, except in so far as may be otherwise provided by the terms

,a$OYr Avn

of the

orders wl.rich shall inolude sculling over the stern, anchoring, briuging alongside and nurliing fast. t//?^

(z) Rc iible to pull arr oar as a member of

(:) Iinou' the right rv:ry to load a boat t,ith either stores or personnel and how to trim her

zo and 3o signs made of natural

over ground with *'hich the Scout is unlamiliar and, if grssible,

in varying rveather conditions.

Pip".

486.

(Corresponding Badge lor'over r5-Leading Piper.)

fp$ov{5

[.iJ-'---'^-A

W.'-^:# "scoulb*'

(r)

Shou, that he can tune his pipes properly.

(z)

.Play a march, strathspey, and reel of his

r:wn

choice.

Note.--Wheye Northumbrian ov lrish Pipes are used, alternat'iues may be accepted al the Elaminev's discretion-

Ricler

suspension,

aII Group Scouters are automatically

sus-

pended w'ith effect as under Rule 8o, and no member of the Group may wear uniform or badges.

boat's clew-

correctly. (4) Be able to throw a. 4o-Ioot line {lxn ur boat. (5) I(norv the sa{et1' rules applicablu to boating.

Observer

Bules 19G198

GR,OUP ORGAMSATIOI{

PROFICIENCY BADGES

to be

heard.

accordance

with Rule

r.5r.

similar to tha.t laid do*'n irr the case of Groups in Rules r88-rqz,

except that the matter is conciuded locall1,, and no report is made to I.H.Q. unless the case comes within Rule 196.

Itefusal to recomrnend the reglistration of a Group, or to approve the addition of a. new Scction to a registered Group.

(z) Recommendation {or cancellation of a Group registra tion, or a decision to disband a Section of a Group ro8

B,ules 188-189

PROFICIENCY BADGES

(ii) The Forms C are sent to I.H.Q. either direct or, if it be - rule the in the County, through th6 County Secretar5,. (iii) Nhere recommendation is refused, action un(ler Rule r96

468. (Corresponding Radge for over r5-\renturer.l (r) Know the sizes and t)?es ot spinning ropes and

may become necessary.

On receipt of Forrns C, a

and the third to the L.A. Secretary.

Registratir>n -pgnslf

Registrzrtiou &c.

-Iees, and

trr"ns{ers

, 186. The L.A. may, iJ desired, re<1uire a small registrati<in {ee arrdfor an annual subscription from each Group.

469. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Nonc.) (r) Pass tcsts in bandwriting and haucl printing: and write a letter from menlory on a subject given verbaUy {ive

If not reneu'ed at the time of the annual re-registration return, under Rule 54, the Group ceases to be recognised, with effect as in Rule r78.

18?, Any

changes desired

in the registered title o{ a Group,

188. A Gloup registration is

cancelled

by l.H.Q. :-

(r) on tlie reconrmendation of the L.A. and D.C. submitted if neeessary in accordance *'ith Rule 196, and made

--cancello.-

tion

; 1

(4) Demonstrate the filing of Troop oorrespondence and use of street and tclephone directories and other reference txroks. (5) Write a satis{actory report of a meeting, 'Iroop camp, etc.

heard

(z) on failure to renew the registration in any yeirr, under

Rule r85

;

(3) on cancellation

Ituie r33.

-suspensron

(6) I{eep a Patrol log sa.tisfa"ctorily for at least six months, anri lieep the 1'roop log {or at least three months.

;

of the registration of the L.A.

under

Morse.

189. A Group may be suspended(r) by the D.C. who u'ilI thereupon illorm the L.A. ot his action; (z) by the I-.A., in which case thc D.C. must at otrce

Any Group not suspended during suspension of the L.A. will be regerrcled for the time bcing as a, Lone Group, under RuIe r93. 36

On brzzer at rate 5 @5 letters

per

On lamp at rate 4 Po letters

per

minute).

informed ; (3) as thr: result oI susl)ersion of the L.A., undcr Iiule r34, except in so {ar as the (1,C. may direct to the contrary.

Soribe

minutes previously.

after a meeting oI the L.A. (or a Comrnittee appointed Ior the purpose with full pou'er to act) at wiuch the

Scouters concerned, and, in the case of sponsored Groups, thc Sponsoring Authority, are entitled to be

{t;r5..

(4) I)emonstrate with a 3o-foot rope, lassoing a stationary object three times out of four from r5 feet away.

Registration

Registr:rtion

the

names of the parts oI a rope.

is only eflective until the next 3rst March.

185. Ilegistra.tion

Registration ---changes

Rules 468-470

GROUP ORGANISATION

(3) I)emonstrate that he knows a rc-cognised procedure when and receiving messages.

serrdin.g

Note.--8o per cent. d,ccuracy to be rerlu.ired in all sending amd receiaing to bc nol less Buzzcr stations tp bc in sel,&rete rootns.

Outd,oov stations

yards

apart.

for

r09

tests.

lhan

tc>o

Signaller

(ii) handling birds ald recognising those that are not healthy,

(iii) managing grass and earth

in the

runs.

(e) Show a knowledge of the treatment of a broody hen and understand the running of an incubator. i3) Know how to feed chicks and young birds and the different methods of rearing them.

to-iraintain its continuity. In no case is the Sponsoring Authority, as such, concerned in matters of Scozrl training, {or which the G.S-NI. is responsible to the L.A. and D.C.

Make

182,

for at least rz months. Demonstrate

hive management and the handling of bees. (:) ile able to recognise larva, good and IouI broods and sealerl hr-rney, and know at least one method o{ preventing a

any case not^later than three months ifter

(r) Be able to take a

-qlvarm and know the principles of

tions make this

impossible

;

(3) give due emphasis to the religrous aspect of Scouting, and the clairns of religion in the conduct and life o{ the

(4) Iiecognise the queen, u'orkers and drones and know the

life

the date ofi

registration ; (z) develop in due course a complete ()roup, unless condi-

swarrn.

artifici:11 {eeding.

Thc L.A. and D.C. must s:rtisfl'themselves indepondently

ALTERNATIVE. bees

Group.

AL'IERNATIVE.

(r) Keep and rear rabbits {or at Ieast rz months.

(r) Iteep

Rules 180-188

GR,OUP OBGANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADGES

Rulo 4?l

circle.

Group;

(5) Procluce a sample o{ honey {rom his olvn hive and discuss the-importance of its prr:duction and the Iactors that afiect it.

(4) ensure that the various sections oI the,Ciroup rece.ive the {ull Sroal training in charaoter, health, handicraft,

ALTERNATIVE. (r) Keep or care for pigeons lor at least rz months' (z) Shorv a knorvledge of dieting and {eeding. Explain

syrnptorns

of the elementarv pigeon

diseases-

and serr.ice;

relating to such a Group.

the Sponsoring Authority.

Bules U9-180

GEOI'P OR,GANISATION

PROFICIENCY BADCES

472. (Corresponding Badge for over r5-Orator.) (r) Recite a piece of good prose and some Iines of

Churches of any denornination; Universities, Colleges, and Schools (see Rule zrz) ; Youth Committees of Local

W'@ifu wn#*4'

only), Toc H. Authorit-v

reEJistration

Group the Sponsoring Authority must

of a

Group;

r8o ; (3) record rvith the I-.A. an agreement in regard to property in accotdance with Rule zo5 ; (4) undertake to give the G_.S.X,I. the Jullest possible a^ssist-

out tlle duties imposed on him by Rule r8z. 180. -Ihe efiect of registration as a sponsored Group is as ._ (t) The Sponsoring Authority shall not, except as after-

such

the Group must be subject to the provisions oI Rule ro (3) and (a).

cases

(z) The Sponsoring Authority obtains the right to nominate persons for appointment as Scouters of the Group in accordance with RuIe 66, and the L.A. and D.C. may 34

reasonable

producing sketches or photos which he has made, or by describing the results of his observations. (:) Make at least three plaster casts of the tracks of animals, one of rvhich must be wild.

4?4.

altered.

to be admitted to a sponsored Group, but in

Camouflage himself against three difierent backgrounds, if possible under vary'ng weather

(z) Give proo{ of having stalked and studied at lea:;t lour wild birds or animals in their natur:al state in the open, by

by the L.A. and l).C. that the registration should be 61ive permission for such other boys

Et,)

tirne of the test.

the

]ris actions.

<listance, according to local conditions, an observer whosc position is known. (d) Locate and pass between two observers stationed a reasonable distance apart according to conditions at the

follows

in their opinion it is desirable,

(a) Cross half a mile of open country to approach an observer in a known position. Or in Town : Shadow an observer {or half a rnile and report

conditions. and by night :-(c) Approach, unseen and unhear<l, w'ithin

ance irr carrying

Where, liorvever, L.A. and D.C. may

Stalker camou-

by day:-

(z) agree to obserr"c in particular thc con<ijtions of Rule

registration

speed.

flage, r,l.inds, shadows and background bv doing the {ollowing