VenturingRangerHandbook

Venturing Oath and Code ElectivesVenturing Ranger Award - Backpacking 28 - Cave Exploring 31- Introduction 1 - Cycling/Mountain Biking 34- Background 1 - Ecology 36- How to Become a Ranger 2 - Equestrian 37- Multiple Credit 4 - First Aid 39- Past Credit 4 - Fishing 42- Safety 4 - Hunting 48- Resources 5 - Lifesaver 50- Being a Ranger 5 - Mountaineering 51- The Outdoor Code 7 - Outdoor Living History 53- Leave No Trace 8 - Physical Fitness 55- Tread Lightly 13 - Plants and Wildlife 56- BSA Wilderness Use Policy 17 - Project COPE 58 - SCUBA 59Core Requirements - Shooting Sports 61 - Watercraft 65 1. First Aid - Winter Sports 67 2. Communications 3. Cooking 22 Ranger Score Sheet 4. Emergency Preparedness 22 5. Land Navigation 23 Internet Resources 6. Leave No Trace 23 7. Wilderness Survival 23 8. Conservation 24 24 26 Outdoor Reference Guide Emergency Preparedness Also Consider Earning the TRUST Award Quest Award

The Venturing Oath As a Venturer, I promise to do my duty to God and help strengthen America, to help others, and to seek truth, fairness, and adventure in our world. The Venturing Code As a Venturer, I believe that America’s strength lies in our trust in Godand in the courage, strength, and traditions of our people. I will, therefore, be faithful in my religious duties and will maintain a personal sense of honor in my own life. I will treasure my American heritage and will do all I can to preserve and enrich it. I will recognize the dignity and worth of all humanity and will use fair play and goodwill in my daily life. I will acquire the Venturing attitude thatseeks the truth in all things and adventure on the frontiers of our changing world. The Scout Law A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent