Boy Scout Conservation
Compiled by Jim Szpakowski

CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES ARE PART OF
EVERY RANK IN CUB SCOUTS,
THE BOY SCOUT TRAIL TO FIRST CLASS & MERIT BADGES
AND MANY VENTURING AWARDS .
Click text above for Scouting and Conservation Factsheet.

Conservation
The Outdoor Code:
	As an American, I will do my best to -- Be clean in my outdoor manners, Be careful with fire, Be considerate in the outdoors, and Be conservation-minded.
Leave No Trace
	Plan Ahead and Prepare Camp and Travel on Durable Surfaces Pack It In, Pack It Out Leave What You Find Minimize Campfires Respect Wildlife Respect Others
Training Resources
Conservation Training Information	Every adult (registered or not) working with the BSA program is required to be YPT trained. Schedule a Conservation class: Conservation Instructor - Jim Szpakowski Email - jszpakowski@comcast.net Home Phone - (281) 645-6671
Conservation Training Dates	Listing of training dates in the Tomahawk District.
The Conservation Handbook 33570	Helps Scout leaders establish positive relationships with land managers. Includes projects tailored to the needs of Scouts. Some information is not current (a bit dated). 136 Pages; 1992 Printing
Outdoor Careers 3503A	If you dream of a career that will put your love of the outdoors to work, this book will help you find it. It explores a variety of career fields, giving job descriptions and information about salaries, employment outlook, and entry-level requirements. Eight major career areas are covered: agriculture, biological sciences, conservation, environmental sciences, engineering, marine careers, recreation, and outdoor careers with an indoor twist. Includes input from Robert Birkby, author of The Boy Scout Handbook. Paperback. 206 Pages; 2000 Printing
Boy Scout Conservation 34174	DISCONTINUED - Meeting Kit x Pages; xxxx Printing
Help to Save the World Book 14021	An excellent resource for leaders introducing conservation to Scouts of all ages. 168-page book applies the World Conservation Strategy at a level appropriate for youth. Contains activities and experiments geared toward conservation and the World Conservation Badge. Imported through the World Scout Bureau.   168 Pages; 1990 Printing
Principles of Leave No Trace 21-105	Nice color brochure outlining this program. 4 Pages; 2002 Printing Also see the Leave No Trace Organization website
Leave No Trace Training Outline 21-117	Information for this handbook was extracted from "Teaching Leave No Trace", a booklet published by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service that contains activities to teach responsible backcountry skills. 86 Pages; 2001 Printing Also see the Bureau of Land Management website on Teaching Leave No Trace
Backpacker: Leave No Trace 32073	This second edition of Leave No Trace is now the official book for the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. This book is your guide to realistic and doable practices for moving gently through the land. Includes tips on garbage handling, choosing a campsite, and teaching others how to move through the landscape. New material includes the new Leave No Trace principles on respecting fellow wilderness travelers and wildlife.   208 Pages; 2003 Printing
Passport to High Adventure 4310	If there's an outdoor sport, it's in here. Includes an array of how-to information for a variety of outdoor activities appropriate for Scouting, including Leave No Trace techniques. Also features a directory of council high-adventure programs and the forms necessary to prepare for a high-adventure trek. 152 Pages; 1997 Printing
AMC Guide to Outdoor Leadership 35214	Written by the renowned Appalachian Mountain Club, this book is a good outdoor activity reference for both new and experienced Scout leaders. Covers trip planning, risk management, effective decision making, group dynamics, human impact on the environment, leadership techniques, and more. 281 Pages; 2003 Printing
Guide to Safe Scouting 34416?	The official policy guide from the BSA. This guide changes often, so in addition to having the book please check the on-line version for changes regularly. 72 Pages; 2003 Printing
Health and Safety Guide 34415B	This resource book includes all current policies, guidelines, and procedures related to health and safety issues for all aspects of council, district, and unit. 42 Pages; 2002 Printing
Tours and Expeditions 33737C	Contains the basics for planning trips and health & Safety Guidelines for all kinds of Scouting trips. 50 Pages; 2002 Printing
Boy Scout Handbook 34035	Still the basic book for every Scout, but with more information than ever before. 472 Pages; 1998 Printing
Fieldbook 32067	Fieldbook - Boy Scouts of America. New edition! The most comprehensive reference for Boy Scouts, Venturers, unit leaders, trainers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. Includes sections on leadership and trek preparation, Leave No Trace principles, trek adventures, and appreciating our environment. 600-plus pages, 34 chapters, 500 color photographs, and 200 illustrations. Fourth edition. 614 Pages; 2004 Printing
Boy's Life and Scouting Magazines	The BSA sometimes provides Conservation information to its members and families through these magazines.
Policy
BSA Wilderness Use Policy (pdf)	BSA Policy covering Wilderness Usage as noted on the Tour Permits.
BSA Property Smart	.
Caving	.
Trail Safety	.
Climbing and Rappelling	.
Other Sources of Information
Incident Reporting Form (pdf)	Two page report used for reporting things like injury, property damage and youth protection event.
Scouting and Conservation (pdf)	2 page fact sheet from the BSA.
Listing of ALL projects (pdf)	6 page listing of conservation projects in SHAC compiled by Glenn Buckley.
2006-2007 Conservation Activities	Conservation related calendar of events compiled by Jim Szpakowski.
Power Point Slide Show (ppt)	25 Power Point slides for teaching this topic.
Handout	.
Quiz	.
Scouting Magazine	The BSA sometimes provides Conservation information to its members and families through these magazines. The following are PDF files of articles: A New Generation Paddle and Pedal Keeping Trails in Shape Rangers Rock Boy Scout Handbook Rescuing Forest
Awards
50-Miler Award
Camp Strake Conservation Award
Conservation Good Turn
Firem'n Chit
Good Turn for America
Historical Trails
Hornaday Unit Award
Hornaday Badge
Hornaday Bronze Medal
Hornaday Silver Medal
Hornaday Gold Badge
Hornaday Gold Medal
Hornaday Gold Certificate	.
Keep America Beautiful Hometown USA Award
Leave No Trace Cub Scout/Scouter Boy Scout/Scouter Venturing/Scouter
Paul Bunyan Woodsman
Service To America DISCONTINUED
SHAC Conservation Award
Totin' Chip
Trail BOSS
Woodland Trails	.
World Conservation Cub Scout Boy Scout Venturing
Merit Badges
*Archaeology 33259 suggestion
Bird Study 33300A Elective
Energy 33335 Primary
Environmental Science 33363A Primary
Fish & Wildlife Management 33307 Primary
Fishing 33231A Elective
*Fly Fishing 33283 suggestion
Forestry 33302 Primary
Gardening 33240A Elective
Geology 33284 Elective
Insect Study 33353A Elective
Landscape Architecture 33355A Elective
Mammal Study 33271A Elective
Nature 33285A Elective
Nuclear Science 33275 Elective
Oceanography 33306A Elective
Plant Science 33396 Elective
Public Health 33233 Primary
Pulp and Paper 33343 Elective
Reptile and Amphibian Study 33288 Elective
Soil and Water Conservation 33291 Primary
Weather 33274A Elective

 

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