New Centennial Uniform

Available August 15, 2008, the new Boy Scout uniform marks its first redesign since the early 1980s, when Oscar de la Renta was commissioned to provide the existing look. There have been five major revisions and some minor tweaks of the uniform since the organization began in 1910. This new “centennial uniform” is part of many planned activities to celebrate the coming 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America.

The Boy Scouts of America turned to its members for inspiration for the design of the centennial uniform. The new look is a representation of thoughts, ideas, and opinions from a committee of Scouts and their parents.

The uniform is available in cotton-rich canvas or in Supplex nylon, a cotton-soft, yet highly durable, moisture-control fabric that wicks away moisture in the hottest of conditions, dries quickly, and offers SPF 50+ sun protection. Elements of the new design include a new uniform cap, bellows pockets, shoulder loops, an updated uniform belt, and convertible pants. The durable, high-performance fabrics are in toned-down khaki and forest green and feature multifunction pockets, zippers, and gadget loops suitable for today’s outdoor explorer.

Scouts are not required to buy the new centennial uniform, and all Scouts may continue to wear their old ones until new ones are needed. New Scout uniforms and merchandise can be bought online at www.scoutstuff.org and www.bsauniforms.org. They can also be found at the Scout Shop located in the Des Plaines Valley Council Service Center at 811 Hillgrove Ave., La Grange, IL.

Details about the uniform are available in the Centennial Uniform brochure.

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