American Boy Scouting has undergone many changes since its beginning in 1910, and perhaps in an effort to attract a much broader membership base, has moved further away from the traditional model of Scouting. While the predominant Scouting program in the US, the Boy Scouts of America, has much to offer, Baden-Powell Scouting seeks to appeal to those young people and adult leaders who want a more traditional program, which is at the same time, inclusive and non-discriminatory.

Baden-Powell Scouting is not a family camping club, nor specifically a father-son or mother-daughter activity. Parent volunteers are always welcome, but the cornerstone of the B-P program is the Patrol Method. This requires that youth members operate within their troop as independently as possible. Adults are not allowed to spend much time or sleep overnight in a Patrol campsite, lest they inadvertently become the “Patrol Leaders”. But parent volunteers are needed in many other ways to support the kids’ activities, including staying with the adult leaders on camps and trips.

The Statement of Purpose

“The Baden-Powell Scout Association is an inclusive, non-discriminatory organization which is part of the world Scouting movement and is dedicated to developing youth character and leadership through outdoor adventure, community service, and fun.”

The Saint George’s Award

This is the highest rank in Baden-Powell Scouting in all international B-P Associations worldwide.

Must be completed before the Scout’s 18th birthday.

Other Badges

The American Heritage Award

Scouting Religious Awards

Associated Red Cross Certifications

The Congressional Award

and

The Baden-Powell American Eagle Service Badge

Only members of the Baden-Powell Scout Association (USA)are eligible to earn this recognition;
and then only after completingthe St. George's Award, and prior to his or her 19th birthday.

More Information:

The parent organization of the 1st Tarrant is the Baden-Powell Scout Association, a national non-profit organization formed to establish Baden-Powell Scouting in the USA. As a part of the Corporation by-laws and policies, the following are requirements for operating a Baden-Powell Scout Group:

1. All adult leaders are required to undergo a background check for suitability to work with young people. Checks are performed by Volunteer Select. All leaders of 1st Tarrant Group have been checked and approved.

2. All adult leaders and youth members must agree to follow the B-PSA’s Member Protection Policy, which has been designed to protect all members from compromising situations while participating in the Baden-Powell Scouting Program. (A copy of the written policy is available upon request).

3. Parents (or guardians) are required to sign a Membership Application Form and a Parent Permission Form prior to a youth’s participation in any B-P Scout activity.

4.All groups must have an approved sponsor. 1st Tarrant Baden-Powell Scout Group is officially sponsored by Bethel United Methodist Church, Fort Worth, Texas.