Bugling
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Bugling RequirementsCurrent Scouts BSA requirements
as of August 6, 2026
as of August 6, 2026
NOTE: A bugle, trumpet, or cornet may be used to meet these
requirements.
1.
Give a brief history of the bugle.
2.
Do the following:
a.
Explain and demonstrate how the bugle makes sound, and explain
how the bugle is related to other brass wind instruments.
b.
Compose a bugle call for your troop or patrol to signal a common
group activity, such as assembling for mealtime or striking a
campsite. Play the call that you have composed before your unit
or patrol.
3.
Sound 10 of the following bugle calls: "First Call," "Reveille,"
"Assembly," "Mess," "Drill," "Fatigue," "Officers," "Recall," "Church,"
"Swimming," "Fire," "Retreat," "To the Colors," "Call to Quarters," and
"Taps."
4.
Explain when each of the calls in requirement 3 is used.
5.
Explain how to care for, clean, and maintain a bugle.
6.
Serve as bugler in your troop for three months.