Uniforms
All scout members should wear the proper uniform for troop meetings and events.
Why do our members wear uniforms?
The uniforms symbolize character development, citizenship training, and personal fitness. Wearing a uniform gives youth members a sense of identification and commitment.
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Personal equality - The uniform represents a democratic idea of equality, bringing people of different backgrounds together in the Scouting tradition.
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Identification - The uniform identifies youth and adult members of the Boy Scouts of America, visible as a force for good in the community. When properly and smartly worn, the uniform can build good unit spirit.
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Achievement - The uniform shows the wearer's activity, responsibility, and achievement. The accomplishments of every youth and adult member can be recognized by the insignia worn on the uniform.
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Personal commitment - The uniform is a constant reminder to all members of their commitment to the ideals and purpose of the Scouting movement. It is a way of making visible members' commitment to a belief in God, loyalty to country, and helping others at all times.
What are the proper uniforms and when are they worn?
In our troop we wear the Class A, Tuxedo and Class B uniforms. The uniform that is worn depends on the specific event or meeting.
Uniforms may be purchased at Smiser Scout Center at 3450 Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107. Scout shop phone: (626) 351-3638. Troop T-shirts and jackets may be purchased from the Clothing Coordinator. Neckerchiefs are provided by the troop.
Class A
Scout shirt with proper patches, scout pants (long or short), scout hat (optional), scout belt, scout socks, and daily wear shoes.
The Class A uniform is worn to troop and patrol meetings, community service activities, campouts, Camporee, merit badge classes and summer camps (during arrival, departure, and flag ceremony).
Class A - Tuxedo
The "tuxedo" uniform is the Class A uniform worn with your neckerchief, slide, and merit badge sash.
The Tuxedo Uniform is worn to Scoutmaster Conferences, Boards of Review, Courts of Honor, and to special events such as public flag ceremonies.
Class B
Troop T-shirt, scout pants (long or short), scout hat (optional), scout belt, scout socks, and daily wear shoes.
The Class B uniform is worn on hikes and to campouts, Camporee, other overnight events and summer camps (except during arrival, departure, and flag ceremony).
Insignia Placement
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Greater Los Angeles Area Council BSA Shoulder Patch
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Unit Numerals 502 (tan)
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World Scouting Crest
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Patrol Patch--supplied by the troop
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Arrow of Light--awarded in Cub Scouts
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Religious Emblem Square Knot--awarded in Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts
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Badges of Rank and Leadership--awarded in Boy Scouts