Scouter awards can be used to honor registered Adult Leaders. Most Scouter awards are 'knots' which are representative of pin-on medals, around-the-neck awards, or award certificates, and are designed for the convenience of the wearer. The knots are worn centered on the left side of the uniform, above the left pocket and in rows of three with the bottom edge of the knot emblem s touching the top edge of the pocket flap. Subsequent rows of knots are placed above the initial set, in rows of three and again, at the discretion of the wearer. If medals are worn instead, only five medals may be worn at a time pinned in a single row immediately above the seam of the left pocket. The order of wearing of medals and knots is at the discretion of the wearer.

AWARDS - KNOTS



Scouting's Knots
You can earn the square knots identified on this page. Complete basic training for Tiger Cub den leaders. Complete Youth Protection training. During your tenure for this award, participate in a Cub Scout leader pow wow or University of Scouting, or attend at least four roundtables.


Square Knots - Meaning and Placement
Square knots are worn above the left shirt pocket to recognize specific training, honorary awards, earned awards and heroic actions. These historic square knots are listed here. The current square knots can be found under the Patches category and then Official Square Knots.
Additional information on awards and recognitions offered by the Boy Scouts of America please visit the Awards Central website. Achievement Awards. The award consists of five areas of emphasis camping, aquatics, hiking, riding and adventure with rigorous requirements to earn each segment. This challenging award requires earning at least three of the National Outdoor Achievement segments, planning and leading a trek, earning Wilderness First Aid and becoming a Leave No Trace Trainer as well as several other requirements. Award is a joint program between Keep America Beautiful Inc.