Troop 9Sign/Salute/Handshake


Scout Sign
Scout Sign		 The Scout sign shows you are a Scout.  Give it each time you recite the Scout Oath and Law.  When a Scout or Scouter raises the Scout sign, all Scouts should make the sign, too, and come to silent attention.
Scout Salute
Scout Salute		 The Scout salute shows respect.  Use it to salute the flag of the United States of America.  You may also salute a Scout leader or another Scout.

Give the Scout salute by forming the Scout sign with your right hand and then bringing that hand upward until your forefinger touches the brim of your hat or the arch of your right eyebrow.

The palm of your hand should not show.
Scout Handshake
Scout Handshake
The Scout handshake is made with the hand nearest the heart and is offered as a token of friendship.  Extend your left hand to another Scout and firmly grasp his left hand.

Only use this handshake when both people are in uniform.