Scout Uniform Policy

The leadership of Troop 100 puts an emphasis on the Scout uniform as the most visible symbol of Scouting to the community. It is our desire that members of Troop 100 display to the community their pride in being a member of Troop 100 and the Boy Scouts of America by wearing the uniform. The way a Scout wears the uniform demonstrates this pride in his patrol and the troop, as well as establishing a positive reputation for Scouting. The rules covering uniforms in the Scouting Handbook are designed to encourage scouts to wear the uniform properly and as a symbol of their individual achievement and the achievements of their troop.

(b) Field Uniform or “Class A
The Official Boy Scout Field Uniform, commonly referred to as “Class A”, consists of official pants or shorts, belt, socks and shirt with correct insignia.. See Boy Scout Handbook, pp. 12-13, inside front & back cover, and uniform inspection form No. 34283 “Official Placement of Insignia” or “Official Insignia Guide”, No. 3064A for more detail.

(c) Activity Uniform or “Class B
The Activity Uniform, commonly referred to as “Class B” shall consist of Official Boy Scout shorts or pants or khaki shorts or pants and a troop T-shirt. Camp shirts may be substituted for troop shirts as designated or if a troop shirt is not available.

(d) Shirt
In order to display rank and troop identity, the shirt should be the first priority in uniform acquisition and should be obtained ASAP.

(e) Hats and Belts
Official Scout or troop hats or caps and belts, camp hats or caps and belts, or plain hats or caps and belts may be worn with either uniform. The Troop hat is a purple baseball cap.

(f) Pants
Official Scout pants or shorts are encouraged. Camouflage is not acceptable.

(g) Handbook and Pencil
The Boy Scout Handbook, pencil, and paper are considered uniform for all troop meetings or events.

(h) Court of Honor Participation
A scout may not participate in a board of review or unless, to extent of his ability, he is in Field Uniform under this policy including Boy Scout Handbook.

(i) Travel and Events
The Field Uniform (Class A) should be worn for all troopmeetings. Generally, a uniform is not required for backpacking or day hiking, but a uniform should be brought to camporees.

(j) Experienced Uniforms
Outgrown uniforms should be “re-cycled” through the quartermaster. The Committee may set a fee or price for experienced uniforms, otherwise, no charge