Date: October 4, 2026
FCT Scout Rank Bootcamp.
October 4, 2026 (2-4pm)
SJD – Room 238
FCT Requirements covered:
• Scout 1a – Repeat from memory the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout motto, and Scout slogan. In your own words, explain their meaning.
• Scout 1b – Explain what Scout spirit is. Describe some ways you have shown Scout spirit by practicing the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout motto, and Scout slogan.
• Scout 1c – Demonstrate the Scout sign, salute, and handshake. Explain when they should be used.
• Scout 1d – Describe the First Class Scout badge and tell what each part stands for. Explain the significance of the First Class Scout badge
• Scout 1e – Repeat from memory the Outdoor Code. In your own words, explain what the Outdoor Code means to you.
• Scout 1f – Repeat from memory the Pledge of Allegiance. In your own words, explain its meaning.
Scout Knots:
• Scout 4a – Show how to tie a square knot, two half-hitches, and a taut-line hitch. Explain how each knot is used.
• Scout 4b – Show the proper care of a rope by learning how to whip and fuse the ends of different kinds of rope.
• Scout 5 – Tell what you need to know about pocket knife safety
Personal Protection
• Scout 6 – Personal protection (Scout and Parent Orientation)
• Scout 6a – With your parent or guardian, complete the exercise in the pamphlet “How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent Guide”
• Scout 6b – With your parent or guardian’s permission, view the Personal Safety Awareness videos.1 (See the pamphlet inserted inside the front cover.)