Uniform

One of the most recognizable symbols of Scouting is the Scout uniform. This uniform makes the Scout Troop visible as a force for good and creates a positive youth image in the community. Scouting is an action program, and wearing the uniform is an action that shows each Scout's commitment to the aims and purposes of Scouting. The uniform gives the Scout identity in a world brotherhood of youth who believe in the same ideals. The uniform is practical attire for Scout activities and provides a way for Scouts to wear the badges that show what they have accomplished.

Troop 3:16 requires “Class A” dress uniform for all Troop activities unless otherwise specified by the Scoutmaster. A “Class B” uniform consists of the BSA red polo shirt and a “Class C” uniform consists of our Troop/Patrol t-shirt. Class “A”, “B”, and “C” uniforms are required for participation in our Troop activities. LONG Scout pants are required at all Court of Honor ceremonies.

• Scout and Leader uniforms MUST be clean, no stains, tears or significant tears or shredding.
• Uniform patch placement should be accurate and ALL current patches should be on the uniform. Our Troop numbers are "316" and should be properly displayed. Class “A” dress shirt must have the following patches sewn on to the shirt: Western Los Angeles County Council Patch, Purple World Crest Patch, American Flag, Patrol Patch, BSA Patch, and the 316 Troop numbers. Patch placement is found on the inside cover front and back of The Boy Scout Handbook. Temporary patches, including World Conservation, can only be worn on the uniform for six months, please remove non-uniform patches that are greater than six months old. National Scout Jamboree uniforms and temporary patches may be worn for one year.
• Uniforms should be free from major wrinkles, a pressed uniform is referred, military press is recommended, but not required, for Court of Honor or any formal gathering.
• All parts of the uniform should be in place including: neckerchief, slide, epaulettes, socks, belt, and pants.
• The Boy Scout Uniform represents the Boy Scouts of America and the ideals it upholds. Uniforms should be worn properly and with pride.

Scout uniforms can be purchased locally at Sport Chalet in Stevenson Ranch: 25560 The Old Road, Stevenson Ranch, CA, 91381 (661) 253-3883; or at the Boy Scout Shop in Van Nuys: 16525 Sherman Way, Unit #C-8, Van Nuys, CA 91406 (818) 781-1296.

The Troop does have some used uniforms for sale; contact the Troop Quartermaster.

BSA policy forbids wearing T-shirts, jackets, sweatshirts, or other visible garments that display pictures or messages that are inappropriate to Scouting or to Youth activities. These include items with "adult" or sexual content or foul language, racial/ethnic/religious/etc. stereotypes or slurs, or anything displaying the name or image of alcohol or tobacco products.

See Also

• Scouting Method
• Scout Responsibilities
• Parent Responsibilities