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The Uniform and insignia of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) gives a Scout visibility and creates a level of identity within both the unit and the community. The uniform is used to promote equality while showing individual achievement. more...

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While all uniforms are similar in basic design, they do vary in color and detail to identify the different divisions of Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venturers.

While original uniforms were very similar to military uniforms of the time, they slowly began to evolve into a more civilian attire. In 1980, the current uniforms were introduced, with much of the design by Oscar de la Renta, who donated his time for two years.

The uniform and insignia are variously protected by copyright, trademark, and congressional charter. The BSA does allow usage for movies and other events, but this is done on a case by case basis. BSA has rebuked instances where it was felt that the uniform was used inappropriately and without permission. BSA rules and regulations also forbid the use of Scouting emblems for commercial or political purposes. The wear of camouflage or military style apparel as part at the uniform is also prohibited. Wear of the uniform and insignia is described in the various handbooks and the Insignia Guide.

Boy Scout field uniform

The Boy Scout field uniform is the default uniform of the BSA and is worn by Cub Scout adult men (and as an option for women), Webelos Scouts (as an option), Boy Scout youth and adults, Varsity Scout youth and adults and professionals. It consists of a khaki short- or long-sleeve button-up shirt or blouse with a pointed collar, two front button-flap pockets, and shoulder epaulets with shoulder loops. Males wear green pants or shorts. Female leaders may wear green pants, shorts, culottes or a skirt. The shirt comes with a US flag attached to the right shoulder and a Boy Scouts of America strip above the right pocket. The shirttail is tucked in. All buttons, with the possible exception of the one on the collar, are fastened. If the shirt has long sleeves, the cuffs are buttoned. Also, an olive green Merit Badge sash, used to display the person's merit badges, may be worn.

Cub Scout uniform

The blue uniform is worn by youths in the Cub Scout program. The basic Cub Scout uniform consists of a navy-blue short- or long-sleeve button-up shirt with a pointed collar and two front button-flap pockets, navy-blue trousers or shorts, navy-blue socks with gold tops, a navy-blue web belt with brass buckle with Cub Scout logo, a neckerchief with slide and a navy-blue cap with a colored panel. The cap, neckerchief, neckerchief slide and belt buckle vary by program section : Tiger Cubs, Wolf Cubs, Bear Cubs and Webelos Scouts. The shirt comes with a US flag attached to the right shoulder and a Boy Scouts of America strip above the right pocket. As with the Boy Scout field uniform, the shirttail is tucked in.

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