Boy Scouting works toward three aims:

Growth in morale strength and character.

Participating Leadership.

Development of physical, mental, and emotional fitness.

 The methods are designed to accomplish the aims of the Boy Scouts:

Ideals - The ideals are spelled out in the Scout Oath, Law, motto, and slogan.

Patrols - The patrol method gives Scouts an experience in group living and participating leadership

Outdoors - Boy Scouting is designed to take place outdoors.

Advancement - Scouting provides a series of surmountable obstacles and steps to overcome them through the advancement method.

Adult Association - Scouts learn from the example set by their adult leaders. Personal Growth - As Scouts plan their activity and progress toward their goals, they experience personal growth.

Leadership Development - Boy Scouting encourages Scouts to learn and practice leadership skills.

Uniform - The uniform is practical attire for Scout activities, and provides a way for Scouts to wear the badges that show what they have accomplished.