The Boy Scouts of America is a renowned organization that aims to develop young people into responsible citizens through various activities such as outdoor expeditions, leadership training, and community service. One aspect of scouting that is highly valued is the patch system, which represents a scout's achievements and accomplishments. From the team at Wizard Pins comes this new infographic that serves as the Ultimate Guide to Boy Scouts of America patches and what they mean. Merit badge patches represent a specific skill or knowledge that the scout has demonstrated proficiency in, while rank patches indicate the scout's level of achievement within the organization. The Eagle Scout patch is considered the most prestigious patch in scouting, symbolizing strength, leadership, and freedom, and earned by less than 5% of scouts. Other patches include those representing community service projects, camping and outdoor activities, and special events. The correct placement of each patch on the uniform is also significant, from the national emblem to the troop number.