Description

Boy Scout Neckerchief Full Square Solid Blue with White Diamond and Tenderfoot Emblem

Used

Boy Scout Neckerchief Full Square Solid Blue with White Diamond and Tenderfoot Emblem: Worn by Scouts and Scouters to show their Troop  Scouting Spirit

The neckerchief is part of the Scouting uniform. It is usually worn over the collar. However, some Scouts choose to roll their collar under their shirt.

Units are encouraged to pick one style for the entire group.

The Boy Scout neckerchief has multiple uses:

Identification: The neckerchief is a primary way to identify someone as a Scout.

First aid: When unrolled, the neckerchief can be used as a triangular bandage, sling, tourniquet, or to stop hemorrhaging. It can also be used to splint a broken arm or for a head injury.

Sun protection: The neckerchief protects a Scout’s neck from sunburn.

Emergency rope: The neckerchief can be used as an emergency rope when tied together.

Symbolism: The neckerchief has symbolic uses, and each Scout group often has its own unique design and colors.

The neckerchief is part of the Scouting uniform. They are usually worn over the collar. However, some Scouts choose to roll their collar under their shirt. Units are encouraged to pick one style for the entire group.

Generally it is a ceremonial item, the neckerchief is a practical wilderness item in scouting tradition.

Links to More Scouting Memorabilia

Likewise, for more information Scouting memorabilia go to http://www.scouttrader.org/collecting/

Scouts check out the Collections Merit badge at https://boyscouttrail.com/boy-scouts/meritbadges/collections-merit-badge.asp

Likewise, learn more about Boy Scout history at https://boyscouttrail.com/boyscouts/meritbadges/scouting-heritage-merit-badge.asp

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