Words of wisdom from Baden-Powell

"Once a Scout - Always a Scout."

"By service I mean the submission of self to the willing rendering of helpfulness to others, without thought of return or reward."

"Scouting aims to teach the boys how to live, not merely how to make a living."

"A boy is not a sitting down animal."

"The whole Scout Movement may be summarized as a universal brotherhood of Service."

"The Scout Oath and Law are our binding disciplinary force."

"Service is not for spare time only.  Service should be an attitude of life which will find outlets for its practical expression at all times."

"Religion seems a very simple thing:  1st: Love and serve God.  2nd: Love and serve your neighbor."

"Expect a great deal of your boys and you will generally get it."

"Boys want variety.  Don't be surprised when they get tired of one thing.  Be Prepared with the next."

"There is no teaching to compare with example."

"Something good ought to be done each day of your life."

"The Patrol Leader who has made a success with his Patrol has every chance of making a success of his life when he goes out into the world."

Check back soon for more B-P quotes!

source: "Troop Program Resources"

and "Footsteps of the Founder"

Edited by Mario Sica

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