Leaders and youth members wear a BSA uniform because it is a means of identifying ourselves openly with the principles and aims to which we are committed: character development, citizenship training, and physical and mental fitness. 

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 making visible our commitments to a beleif in God, to loyalty to our country, and to helping other people.  Boys and adults alike should take pride in belonging to such a movement and wear the uniform as it is intended.

Benefits for Boys

1. A uniform gives boys a sense of belonging.                                                                *Boys need to belong to a group.                                                                             *Boys dress the same and feel unity.                                                                       *Boys dress the same and are not categorized or judged by who is or isn’t wearing          designer labels and brand-name clothes.

2. A uniform gives boys a sense of pride.                                                                      *Uniforms can strengthen unit spirit.                                                                        *Uniforms are a reminder of the commitment to the purpose and aims of the BSA.         *Uniforms promote advancement by providing the proper place for wearing badges           and awards.                                                                                                         *Uniforms can attract new members.

3. A uniform encourages proper behavior.                                                                     *Uniforms can remind boys to live up to the Cub Scout Promise, Law of the Pack, and      Cub Scout motto.                                                                                                 *As boys learn to respect the uniform and what it represents, their behavior improves.

Benefits for Leaders

1. A uniform gives leaders a sense of belonging.

2. A uniform gives leaders a sense of pride.

3. A uniform affects the attitudes of boys.                                                                    *The leader’s attitude toward complete uniforming influences the attitude of the boys        toward wearing their uniforms.                                                                              *When a leader’s uniform shows that he or she has earned awards, boys are inspired         to earn awards, too.                                                                                            *Leaders in uniform, with insignia placed correctly, set a good example for boys.

Wearing the uniform signifies membership in the BSA and commitment to its aims.  There are certain rules about how and where the uniform should be worn.  Furthermore, there is a correct place on the uniform for each badge and insignia.

All Cub Scout leaders should become familiar with the rules and regulations on uniforming so that they can set a good example for the boys.

Uniforms can be bought at the Scout office -                               Indian Nations Council                                                                       4295 S. Garnett Rd                                                                           (918) 743-6125

Online at http://www.scoutstuff.org/bsasupply/

OR for Experienced uniforms CALL   Russell Yerton (918) 639-7114

The Cub Scout and adult leader uniforms are suitable for Scouting functions and should be worn at all Scouting meetings and activities.

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