On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country
and to obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong,
mentally awake, and morally straight.
Advancement is an integral part of the Scouting program which provides recognition for individual effort and accomplishment, as well as a measure of acquired proficiency in basic skills.
Advancement is a three-part obligation of:
Merit Badge Information
T-10 Merit badge Counselor Registry
For a listing of current Merit Badges, click on the following link, http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/mblibrary.aspx