Pro-tip 1: download and keep a copy on your computer, this is a fillable PDF and you can save your answers to make it easier to update and reprint each year.
Pro-tip 2: if you are thinking about joining us for Summer Camp, take a copy of Part C with you to your annual physical (even if it is earlier in the year). Once the form is signed by your doctor, it is good for 1 year!
All participants in all Scouting activities complete Part A and Part B. Give the completed forms to your unit leader. This applies to all activities, day camps, local tours, and weekend camping trips less than 72 hours. Update at least annually.
Part A is an informed consent, release agreement, and authorization that needs to be signed by every participant (or a parent and/or legal guardian for all youth under 18).
Part B is general information and a health history.
A pre-participation physical is needed for resident, tour, or trek camps or for a Scouting event of more than 72 hours, such as Wood Badge and NYLT. The exam needs to be completed by a certified and licensed physician (MD, DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. If your camp has provided you with any supplemental risk information, or if your plans include attending one of the four national high-adventure bases, share the venue’s risk advisory with your medical provider when you are having your physical exam.
Part C is your pre-participation physical certification