An Online Scout Encyclopedia
The Name Of The Patrol Let’s say that a new Patrol has just been formed under a new Patrol Leader. What generally happens next? At the very first meeting the fellows get out the Handbook For Boys to look over the list of Patrol names for the purpose of picking one for themselves. And what…
Patrol Leader “The patrol system is not one method in which Scouting for boys can be carried on. It is the only method.” — Lord Baden-Powell, Scouting’s founder The Patrol The patrol is a group of Scouts who belong to a troop and who are probably similar in age, development, and interests. The patrol method…
Patrol corner The patrol corner is where we put interesting and instructive documents that will interest Scouts and adult leaders alike. Patrol-in-council When a Patrol gets together to discuss and take decisions (what they want to do, how much to be paid as subs should be, where they would like to camp, etc) it is…
1) What is the colour of the Shoulder Badge? Ans: White 2) Where has to be the Membership Badge worn? Ans: Left Pocket 3) From which country BP got motto? Ans: South Africa 4) When we dip the Flag? Ans: During March past, Investiture Ceremony 5) What is the importance of 1907? Ans: Scout movement…
Reef Knot An excellent general purpose knot for tying two pieces of string or twine together, the reef knot is possibly the most commonly used knot for the job, and is easy to learn. However, it cannot be overly stressed that the Reef knot is not a long term or secure knot, and it should…
Fisherman’s knot Fisherman’s knot (Angler’s knot, English knot, Englishman’s bend, Halibut knot, True Lover’s bend, Waterman’s knot) The Fisherman’s knot is used to tie two ropes of equal thickness together. It is used by fishermen to join fishing line, and is very effective with small diameter strings and twines. Tie a Thumb knot, in the…
Bowline Knot A commonly used knot to tie a loop in the end of a rope. It has the advantage of not jamming, compared to some other loop forming knots (for example when using an overhand knot on a large bight to form a loop). Form a small loop (the direction is important), and pass…
Clove Hitch Use to attach a rope to a pole, this knot provide a quick and secure result. It rarely jams, and can in fact suffer from the hitch unrolling under tension if the pole can turn. Often used to start and finish lashings. With practice, this can be easily tied with one hand –…
Scout Motto Cubs/Bulbuls – Koshish Karo (Do your best) Scouts/Guides – Taiyar (Be Prepared) Rovers/Rangers – Seva (Service) how to achieve this motto? By being physically strong, morally straight and mentally awake.
Scout Sign The Scout sign identifies you as a Scout anywhere in the world. Use it whenever you give the Scout Oath or Scout Law. The hand is still held palm facing out, and the thumb holding the little finger, but the hand is held at the shoulder The three upraised fingers stand for the…
