Trustworthy
A Scout tells the truth. He is honest,
and he keeps his promises. People can depend on him.
Loyal
A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout
leaders, school, and nation.
Helpful
A Scout cares about other people. He willingly volunteers to
help others without expecting payment or reward.
Friendly
A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother
to other Scouts. He offers his friendship to people of all
races and nations, and respects them even if their beliefs
and customs are different from his own.
Courteous
A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of
age or position. He knows that using good manners makes it
easier for people to get along.
Kind
A Scout knows there is strength in being
gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. Without
good reason, he does not harm or kill any living thing.
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
disobeying them.
Cheerful
A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He
cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make
others happy.
Thrifty
A Scout works to pay his own way and to help
others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves
natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
Brave
A Scout can face danger although he is
afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is
right even if others laugh at him or threaten him.
Clean
A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and
clean. He chooses the company of those who live by high
standards. 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.