Uniform Guide

Upon joining, Troop 98 requires:

• the official khaki Boy Scout SHIRT (we recommend short-sleeves)

• official Boy Scout SHORTS OR convertible pants or ZIP-OFFS (called Switchbacks)

• we recommend the Boy Scout Web BELT

We don’t currently require Scout socks or any hat/cap.

Troop 98 has a uniform exchange. You can check out what we have ON THIS WEB PAGE and then contact the uniform exchange QM to arrange for a purchase or a swap.

StuffSack Manager as of 1/7/2025- Albert Zhang- Email stuffsack@bsa98.com for any concerns. 

In addition to your Scout shirt and pants, you should purchase:

1. the World Scout Crest Emblem (if not already on the shirt)

1. If you don't like to sew on patches, we recommend you purchase Badge Magic (at a Scout Shop or online) to affix your patches.

Troop 98 will provide you with:

• A troop 98 numeral patch

• • Green shoulder tabs

  • A Troop 98 neckerchief and neckerchief slide

  • A custom name tag

  • A patrol patch

Where to purchase uniform parts:

• See the uniform offerings and order online at www.scoutstuff.org

• Cradle of Liberty Council (Valley Forge Scout Shop) ==> SHOP

• Washington Crossing Council (Doylestown) ==> SHOP

• Del-Mar-Va Council Shop (Wilmington Scout Shop) ==> ***CLOSED in 2020***

• Chester County Council (West Chester) ==> SHOP. (Only at Camp Ware in Peach Bottom, PA)

• Greater New York Council Shops (Staten Island [NYC shop closed Dec 207]) ==> SHOP. (Only at GNYC camps)

To see where to place your patches take pictures of your friend's Scout shirt at a meeting or download this Uniform Inspection Guide. They should look like this: