Patch Placement
Where do all the Additional Patches go?
This is a guide on where all aditional patches earned go.
We recommend the use of Badge Magic to make it easier to attach badges to uniforms, blankets, vests, jackets, backpacks, etc. Badge Magic is a “peel & stick” patch adhesive that will not to fall off in the wash process and will save you time.
![]() Belt Loops |
Permanently placed onto the official Cub Scout Belt |
Crime Prevention Award Patch |
Temporary Patch hung from Right Pocket button(only one Temporary patch allowed to be displayed) |
Emergency Preparedness Pin |
The pin may be worn on the uniform, centered on the left pocket flap. |
Leave No Trace Patch |
Temporary Patch hung or Sewn on Right Pocket(only one Temporary patch allowed to be displayed) |
Outdoor Activity Patch |
Permanent Patch Sewn on the Right Pocket Flap |
Physical Fitness Patch |
Temporary Patch hung or Sewn on Right Pocket(only one Temporary patch allowed to be displayed) |
Recruiter Strip |
Permanent Patch sewn below the right pocket |
Religious Emblem Award |
Pendant pinned above the left pocket on Formal Occasions onlySee Religous Emblems Program for more information |
Sports and Academic Pins |
Pinned to the Academic and Sports Letter Patch which does NOT go on the Uniform |
Summertime Pack Award Pin |
The pin may be worn on the uniform, pinned through the Outdoor Activity Patch |
Whittling Chip Patch |
Temporary Patch hung from Right Pocket button (only one Temporary patch allowed to be displayed) |
World Conservation Patch |
Temporary Patch hung or Sewn on Right Pocket (only one Temporary patch allowed to be displayed) |
Youth Religious Award “knot” Patch |
Permanent Patch sewn over the left pocket |
All other Patches
Can be sewn to a Brag Vest, Blanket or any other display method. These patches do NOT go on the Uniform.
A traditional Brag Vest is Red and can contain patches from camps, events, services or any other place they are awarded.