The Boy Scouts of America has always been a uniformed body. There are many reasons for this. One reason stands out above all the rest. We wear the uniform because it is a means of identifying ourselves openly with the principles to which we are committed-character development, citizenship training, and physical and mental fitness.
The fact that youth and adult members of Scouting wear a uniform doesn't mean that we're all alike. We come from different ethnic and racial backgrounds. We have our own religious beliefs and political views. We are each individuals with our own family traditions and loyalties. So the uniform is not intended to hide our individuality. But it is a way we give each other strength and support. It is a bond that ties us together in spite of our differences. It is a way of making visible our commitment to a belief in God, loyalty to country, and to helping other people.
The Scouting movement is built on positive values. As we wear the uniform, we are openly identifying ourselves with those values where everyone can see us. We stand together, not alone, in encouraging others to live by those same principles. Boys and adults alike should take pride in belonging to such a movement and wear the uniform as it is intended.
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The following parts are worn with the uniform:
Pants and shirt - Official Venturing trousers or shorts and official Venturing long- or short-sleeve shirt with green shoulder loops
Socks - Official Venturing socks
Neckerchief and slide - Each troop decides on neckerchief and slide to wear
Belt - Official Venturing web belt with metal Venturing buckle
Headgear - Venturing twill cap or Venturing brimmed hat
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FAQ
Q: Is a uniform required for my son to participate in Venturing?
A: Venturing uniform is left up to the discretion of the crew. Uniforms provide the youth with a sense of belonging and bolsters their pride and self-image.
Q: How much does it cost to sign up my son/daughter for Venturing?
A: The council registration fee is $11 per year. Boy' Life magazine subscription is optional at about $14.00 per year. Boys' Life magazine will enhance your young Scout's experience and provide him with reading materials and entertainment that pertain to the program. Other costs may come into play during the year (admission to events, camping fees, etc.). Some units will collect an annual program fee from each Scout to cover these costs up front.
