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How about a Social Etiquette merit badge in general, from proper attire, hygiene, to manners in general, especially correct conduct and interaction around women? Social graces and cultural traditions are part of what I perceive is scouting; its preparing a young man for manhood. But before we get into a debate about whether the real and present movement for the feminization of men approaches the definition of stereotyping, my point was to avoid such nomenclature as not to deter the interest of badge. Interior Decorating, Quilting and Barbie Doll Maintenance merit badges may be of interest

And if you really like an idea, this is the process to get the badge approved: http://www.usscouts.org/usscouts/mb/proposals.html If this thread gets some good ideas, we can reply with a hyperlink of this entire thread.

A side note, does anyone remember or know whether the old design of the Shotgun Shooting merit badge had an actual shotgun embroidery as opposed to the current powder magazine and shell casing? I seem to recall this was the old design.

Animal Science, Bird Study, Dog Care, Horsemanship. Insect Study, Mammal Study, Pets, Reptile and Amphibian Study, Veterinary Medicine. Athletics, Cycling, Golf, Personal Fitness, Skating, Snow Sports, Sports, Water Skiing, and I know there use to be a snow skiing merit badge, I have it. And there are many other similar groupings. For the record, I would like to see a tailoring or sewing aspect to the merit badge system, perhaps as an expansion to the textile badge. I would, however, call it garment manufacturing or something similar so not to stigmatize it with any more

I would seem that we need to consolidate some of our current badges before we expand to more. This message brought to you by the Redundancy Office of the Department of Redundancy.

We do have a lot of merit badges! American Business, American Culture, American Heritage, American Labor, Animal Science, Archaeology, Archery, Architecture, Art, Astronomy, Athletics, Atomic Energy, Auto Mechanics, and Aviation. Backpacking, Basketry, Bird Study, and Bugling. Camping, Canoeing, Chemistry, Cinematography, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Climbing, Coin Collecting, Collections, Communications, Computers, Cooking, Crime Prevention, and Cycling. Dentistry, Disabilities Awareness, Dog Care, and Drafting. Electricity, Elec

Oops, I was so into myself, I didnt address the subject at hand. Yes, the Scout, not the rank, should be responsible for all of their own sewing; its part of the gig. For patches, I recommend using a whipstitch sewn not too taught with the needle insertions under the edge of the surging around the patch. For removal, use a razor blade and a pair of reading glasses found at every drug store, whether you need them or not and a higher strength if you do, and take care not to nick the surged edge of the patch.

Dare I suggest there be a 1st Class requirement to "sew a button, patch, or seam"? I would suggest the requirement be for the rank of Scout. Another would be a tailor merit badgeI concur, in fact I actually checked several months ago to see if one existed and was disappointed to find that there is only a textiles badge. Coincidentally, this happens to be a subject I can lend some expertise to, I recently retired actually sold my interest in an apparel and professional uniform company that mainly supplied national airlines with their pilot uniforms as well as a being a fine mens (high end) ret

Note to self. new means knew as in having prior knowledge there of

adult complicity? You mean adult leaders new you were out of camp alone till dawn?

I love Bill OReilly, is that a shock to anyone? There is a point where political correctness becomes an acid that erodes freedom. We have reached that point with these assaults on Christmas. This is so right on both counts. Political Correctness is specious and deleterious; it festers in the rationalization of emotion trough indoctrination and propaganda. With noble intent to right the wrongs of our society, it takes away the good with the bad leaving a sterile environment for the basest existence. Oops, sorry, I dont mean to be so grim. Merry Christmas to all. Glory to God

So now me trying to fit in was wrong? With all due respect OGE and no dig intended but; yes of course, and Im glad they didnt offer you drugs. If you were my kid and you gave me that excuse you just got grounded for a week with no TV (with the usual reprieve on Friday after school) and additionally you would have had the if your friends jumped off a bridge lecture At some point, and I believe you definitely crossed that line staying out all night, the Scout needs to take responsibility for his own actions.

The success of a tall tale depends in part on the gullibility of the listener. Sooner or later the listener catches on. Are tall tales to be construed as hazing? Nope, it doesnt quite meet the standard now does it? At what point does gullibility become irresponsibility, if my kid stayed out alone till dawn, because of a tall tale or not, I think Id be equally as cross with him as with the boys who let him go out of camp past 11pm.

I personally think that our society and country are better because of the gains made during the previous 40 years. We live in the present and not the past. I too think some good things have happened in the past 40 years, but forced diversity will never be good for our society when applied as solution for wrong conduct. But again, this subject belongs in the P&I forum.

Hey, lets not confuse labels with reality and invectives with the truth, its just more emotion-based indictment and it only strengthens my argument. Ones feelings shouldnt dictate a standard of decorum in debate because the facts and logic are quickly lost in the perception of reality.

Push-ups = harm? I fail to see the comparison. I would agree that the arbitrary use of discipline is inconsistent with good management as one can equally misuse time-outs in similar conditions.

For the record, I too think this tread should be moved to the politics and issues forum. And also for the record, I promised myself I would stay out of this one because I dont want to have to always come down on the opposite side of OGE. But this thread has taken a nasty left turn down the road of liberalism and towards the Cult of Political Correctness. Diversity for its own sake is subversive, lets not forget the lessons of forced bussing, social promotion and affirmative action. Any possible negative behavior from one party to another is "victim defined." Do we really want to teach our bo

Then that leaves one more by my count, Ill let you know if I hear anything on my assumption.

Oh great and exalted ExperiencedHoaryRaptor, lets not enumerate our domestic fowl ahead of their incubation cycle. By my count, uncoolscout101 has at least two other usernames, a point I made in a reply to you know who. Hopefully she can check the trolls ISP user id against the other suspected disrupters and block their access as well. Regardless, I too would like to thank the owners/operators/administrators of scouter.com for the privilege and honor it is to have this forum.

Inset a compass, add an in-line sight, use 12 to 25' of nylon woven cord for ornamentation and extra rope, under the cord goes fish line, fish hooks, piano wire, a couple of cravats/triangular bandages, chain saw, waterproof matches, tin foil, safety pins. A hollow aluminum one can take a pocketknife, mini flashlight, some bouillon cubes, and a whistle. Might even be able to fit a small flare. Can also attach cords as ornamentation with useful items tied to the ends. I especially liked these ideas, it gives new meaning to Be Prepared.

http://www.isd.net/stobin/document/sc_staff.html

But I also do not think that a gay person can become straight.You may want to check out www.exodusnorthamerica.org if you want to be sure.

Now imagine this a 17 year old scout is 2 months away from receiving his eagle and in a moment of distress he confines in you that he is gay If he would in a moment of distress confide in you that he takes drugs, has an incestual relationship or worships satan and is remorseless of such things, is he equally as worthy of remaining a member in good standing? Does the BSA ban on homosexuals extend to scouts or to just leaders? I dont know the official position on that but, why would the BSA have more than one standard for Morally Straight? being morally straight doesn't necessarily me

shemgren Dont waste your time engaging dysfunctionalscout101, by my count he has two other user names and is here for one reason, to disrupt and troll. Email the administrator admin@scouter.com with your thoughts.

I have seen this before, actually our troop normally reads this or soemthing like it before it awards the Scout rank at a Court of HonorThis is a great idea, it well lays out ones journey forward as well as highlights the benefits of scouting. I hope we can adopt this at the COH for the Scout rank presentations, its going in the suggestion box.