Totin' Chip
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|name= Totin' Chip | |name= Totin' Chip | ||
|image = totincard.jpg | |image = totincard.jpg | ||
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|caption = The Totin' Chip | |caption = The Totin' Chip | ||
|created = 1950 | |created = 1950 | ||
- | |level = [[Boy Scout | + | |level = [[Boy Scout]], [[Varsity Scout]] |
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+ | The [[Totin' Chip]] certification grants a [[Boy Scout]] the right to carry and use woods tools. | ||
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{{reqs}} | {{reqs}} | ||
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== Notes == | == Notes == | ||
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Scouts who earn the Totin' Chip are encouraged to then earn the [[Paul Bunyan Woodsman]], which is an application of the skills learned in Totin' Chip. | Scouts who earn the Totin' Chip are encouraged to then earn the [[Paul Bunyan Woodsman]], which is an application of the skills learned in Totin' Chip. | ||
- | Even though the patch is shaped like a pocket flap, wearing it on a pocket flap does not conform to [[uniform]] standards. Per BSA: | + | Even though the patch is shaped like a pocket flap, wearing it on a pocket flap does not conform to [[uniform]] standards. Per the BSA: |
+ | {{quote|The Totin' Chip patch is considered a ''''Temporary Patch'''' and, if worn, <u>should be worn centered on the RIGHT Pocket of the Boy Scout [[uniform]] shirt</u>. It should NOT be sewn on a pocket flap.}} | ||
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==Requirement resources== | ==Requirement resources== | ||
{{Camping Links}} | {{Camping Links}} | ||
+ | '''1'''. [[Boy Scout Handbook]]. <br> | ||
+ | '''2'''. [[Knife]] - [[Ax and Saw]]. <br> | ||
+ | '''3'''. [[Knife]] - [[Ax and Saw]]. <br> | ||
+ | '''6'''. [[Outdoor Code]].<br> | ||
==Related awards== | ==Related awards== | ||
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{{Outdoor Awards Links}} | {{Outdoor Awards Links}} | ||
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{{Art Awards Links}} | {{Art Awards Links}} | ||
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+ | == See also == | ||
+ | * [[Age-Appropriate Guidelines]] | ||
+ | * [[Tiger Cub Scout]]s cannot use any knife, saw, or ax. | ||
+ | * [[Wolf Cub Scout|Wolf]] and [[Bear Cub Scout]], and [[Webelos Scout]]s can use pocketknives and earn the [[Whittling Chip]] award. | ||
+ | * [[Boy Scouts]] can earn the [[Totin' Chip]] award and [[Paul Bunyan Woodsman]]. | ||
+ | * [[Awards]] and [[Cub Scout Awards]] | ||
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+ | |{{Boy Scout portal}}{{clear}}{{Varsity Scout portal}}{{clear}} | ||
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+ | ===Relevant conversation(s) on MeritBadge.Net=== | ||
+ | * [http://www.meritbadge.net/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=3561 Totin' Chip card] | ||
[[Category:Special Opportunities]] | [[Category:Special Opportunities]] | ||
- | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Campcraft]] |
+ | [[Category:Boy Scout awards]] | ||
+ | [[Category:Varsity Scout awards]] |
Revision as of 10:41, May 21, 2014
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![]() The Totin' Chip
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The Totin' Chip certification grants a Boy Scout the right to carry and use woods tools.
Totin' Chip requirements | ![]() | ||
The Scout must show his Scout leader, or someone designated by his leader, that he understands his responsibility to do the following:
The Scout's "Totin' Rights" can be taken from him if he fails in his responsibility.
View the change list (history) of these requirements. The text of these requirements may be locked. In that case, they can only be edited by an administrator. Please note any errors found in the above requirements on this article's Talk Page. |
Notes

The Totin' Chip temporary patch
Scouts who earn the Totin' Chip are encouraged to then earn the Paul Bunyan Woodsman, which is an application of the skills learned in Totin' Chip.
Even though the patch is shaped like a pocket flap, wearing it on a pocket flap does not conform to uniform standards. Per the BSA:
“ | The Totin' Chip patch is considered a 'Temporary Patch' and, if worn, should be worn centered on the RIGHT Pocket of the Boy Scout uniform shirt. It should NOT be sewn on a pocket flap. | ” |
Requirement resources
- Your handbook is your primary reference. See Outdoor Skills for step-by-step instructions and lesson video links.
- See also: Camping Merit Badge Pamphlet - Hiking Skills - Hydration - Outdoor Gear - Tents - Water Purification - Weather Skills
1. Boy Scout Handbook.
2. Knife - Ax and Saw.
3. Knife - Ax and Saw.
6. Outdoor Code.
Related awards
Art-related awards
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See also
- Age-Appropriate Guidelines
- Tiger Cub Scouts cannot use any knife, saw, or ax.
- Wolf and Bear Cub Scout, and Webelos Scouts can use pocketknives and earn the Whittling Chip award.
- Boy Scouts can earn the Totin' Chip award and Paul Bunyan Woodsman.
- Awards and Cub Scout Awards
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Relevant conversation(s) on MeritBadge.Net