07/12/2022
Originally published in March of 1954, we say it at every meeting, and each of the four points has meaning.
AS AN AMERICAN, I WILL DO MY BEST TO...
BE CLEAN IN MY OUTDOOR MANNERS.
I will treat the outdoors as a heritage to be improved for our greater enjoyment.
I will keep my trash and garbage out of America’s waters, fields, woods, and roadways.
BE CAREFUL WITH FIRE.
I will prevent wildfire.
I will build my fire in a safe place and be sure it is out before I leave.
BE CONSIDERATE IN THE OUTDOORS.
I will treat public and private property with respect.
I will remember that use of the outdoors is a privilege I can lose by abuse.
BE CONSERVATION MINDED.
I will learn how to practice good conservation of soil, waters, forests, minerals, grasslands, and wildlife; and I will urge others to do the same.
I will use sportsmanlike methods in all my outdoor activities.