Uniform Resources
Troop 97 Uniforms
Below you’ll find the description of the Troop Uniforms and also local Scout Shops where uniforms can be purchased.
Troop 97 wears the Field Uniform, also known as “Class A”, to all Troop Meetings* as well as when traveling to and from camping or other outings. The Troop performs regular Uniform Inspections which count toward Patrol Points. Be sure to be in a clean, sharp looking “Class A” when presenting yourself for Scoutmaster Conferences or Boards of Review for rank advancements. *During Troop Activity Nights the Activity Uniform, also known as “Class B” is worn.
Why the Uniform?
The Boy Scouts of America has always been a uniformed body. Its uniforms help to create a sense of belonging. They symbolize character development, leadership, citizenship training, and personal fitness. Wearing a uniform gives youth and adult members a sense of identification and commitment.
Uniform Exchange
The Troop maintains a uniform exchange in the store room. We may have the parts that can fit your scout! If you'r scout has outgrown any gently used uniform parts please consider passing them down through the exchange.
Field Uniform - “Class A”
Dark ‘outdoor’ Shoes
Scout Pants and Scout Socks (Dark Socks are acceptable with Scout Pants)
-OR- Scout Short and Scout Socks *If you can see your socks they need to be Scout Socks
Scout Belt
Tan Uniform Shirt with green epaulet loops
Patches properly places (see Scout Handbook for details)
Troop Neckerchief (provided by the Troop) and Neckerchief Slide (anything tasteful)
Optional: Scout Hat
Merit Badge Sash (provide by the Troop) - worn for Courts of Honors, Parades or other special occasions
Activity Uniform - “Class B”
Dark ‘outdoor’ Shoes
Scout Pants and Scout Socks (Dark Socks are acceptable with Scout Pants)
-OR- Scout Short and Scout Socks *If you can see your socks they need to be Scout Socks
Scout Belt
Red Troop T-Shirt (provided by the Troop)
Optional: Scout Hat
Patches, Patches, Patches!
Refer to the Scout Handbook or Scouting website for more information on where to place patches on the uniform.
Scout shop locations
https://colbsa.org/vfscoutshop/
Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America
901 E 8th Ave #103, King of Prussia, PA 19406
(610) 989-9626
https://bsawcc.org/scout-shop/
Washington Crossing Council, Boy Scouts of America
1 Scout Way, Doylestown, PA 18901
Phone (215) 348-7205