Scout Law
- TRUSTWORTHY
- A Scout tells the truth. He
keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of conduct. People can
depend on him.
- LOYAL
- A Scout is true to his family,
Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.
- HELPFUL
- A Scout is concerned about
other people. He does things willingly for others without pay or reward.
- FRIENDLY
- A Scout is a friend to all. He
is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects
those with ideas and customs other than his own.
- COURTEOUS
- A Scout is polite to everyone
regardless of age or position. He knows good manners make it easier for
people to get along together.
- KIND
- A Scout understands there is
strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. He
does not hurt or kill harmless things without reason.
- OBEDIENT
- A Scout follows the rules of
his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and
country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them
changed in an orderly manner rather than disobey them.
- CHEERFUL
- A Scout looks for the bright
side of things. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make
others happy.
- THRIFTY
- A Scout works to pay his way
and to help others. He saves for unforeseen needs. He protects and conserves
natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
- BRAVE
- A Scout can face danger even
if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right
even if others laugh at or threaten him.
- CLEAN
- A Scout keeps his body and
mind fit and clean. He goes around with those who believe in living by these
same ideals. He helps keep his home and community clean.
- REVERENT
- A Scout is reverent toward
God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of
others.