Expert-level Awards
Quest Award TRUST Award Ranger Award Optional “second half” of a Bronze Award - an elite accomplishment
Quest Award Focus on sportsmanship and lifelong fitness “Second half” of Sports bronze Venturers learn: Sport disciplines and non-traditional sports Skills and fitness techniques they might never have a chance to encounter Sports first aid How to administer a fitness program Must complete one of five electives
TRUST Award Highest award recognizing forms of service and devotion to God TRUST is an acronym that stands for Tending your beliefs/faith Respecting the beliefs of others Understanding other cultures Serving your community Transforming our society Each letter corresponds to the five sections of requirements “Second half” of Religious and Community Life bronze Recipients are recognized as one who understands and looks out for the needs of others
Ranger Award Development of elite proficiency of outdoor skills by completing the final core outdoor bronze requirements and two more additional electives A Ranger trained in outdoor safety, and is ready to lead or assist others in activities Rangers are a great program asset to Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, and others
Other Elite Awards Shooting Sports Outstanding Achievement Award Awarded to those completing five of the shooting disciplines within the Ranger shooting sports elective William T. Hornaday Awards Highest BSA conservation awards Must complete the Ecology, and the Plants and Wildlife Ranger Award electives Must plan, lead, and carry out three or four projects from four separate categories Advised by a conservation professional; nationally awarded Awards with the most demanding Venturing-specific requirements