Arrowhead 10 Posted July 29, 2011 Share Posted July 29, 2011 Is anyone knowledgeable about the status of this LNT Master Educator cloth strip? I cant seem to find information on whether or not it is official, or proper placement on the uniform. I guess it would be placed where the interpreter strip is supposed to reside. Im keen to have this on my uniform, but am presently riding the fence since I tend to follow the rules and cant confirm that this item is sanctioned by the B.S.A. (http://www.boyscoutstore.com/leave-no-trace-master-educator-strip-red.html) Best regards, Eagle 77 Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle92 110 Posted July 29, 2011 Share Posted July 29, 2011 Not an official item, I'd put it on a vest, blanket, or pack.(This message has been edited by eagle92) Link to post Share on other sites
Papadaddy 121 Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 Agree, not for uniform wear. LNT is a national program, but not a BSA program, although they endorse the principles. Link to post Share on other sites
Curious 10 Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 We were given a round LNT Trainer patch that is suitable for wear on the right pocket. I would imagine there would be something similar for a Master Educator. Link to post Share on other sites
shortridge 184 Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 There is. https://store.lnt.org/buy Patch The new Leave No Trace logo in white and green embroidered on a black patch. They measure 3 1/2 inches wide by 2 1/8 inches high. Available in three versions; *Outdoor Ethics:* Recognizes individuals practicing Leave No Trace *Master Educator:* for people who have completed a Masters course *Trainer:* for people who have completed a Trainer course. Link to post Share on other sites
BartHumphries 10 Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 The round LNT Trainer patch is the "position of responsibility" badge for those boys currently serving as "the" LNT Trainer for their patrol/troop/whatever. Like all position of responsibility patches such as patrol leader, bugler, chaplain aide, etc., it is not meant to be worn when you're not currently serving in that position. At this time, there is no official BSA LNT patch of any kind for anyone other than the boys who are serving as LNT Trainers as their position of responsibility for Star/Life/Eagle advancement. I think that's kind of a shame, but that's a story for another day. Link to post Share on other sites
shortridge 184 Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 There are two separate round Trainer patches. One is produced by the BSA - a standard circular POR patch. (See http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/OutdoorProgram/OutdoorEthics/LeaveNoTraceTrainer.aspx) That's clearly not for adult wear. The other is a black oval patch produced by the Leave No Trace organization, at the link referenced above. Link to post Share on other sites
BartHumphries 10 Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 Yeah, the black oval patch isn't part of the BSA uniform. Link to post Share on other sites
shortridge 184 Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 I'd consider the LNT patch more a part of the uniform than a Klingon interpreter strip or an Old Fart Patrol patch. They aren't part of the uniform, either, but plenty of people wear them. Just sayin'. Link to post Share on other sites
Tampa Turtle 1011 Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 As I would want to educate and reeducate scouts on LNT and this would identify experts for questions at meetings and campouts I would let them where it. This is not a hill I would choose to die on. Link to post Share on other sites
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