Special Note on the Merit Badge Knot
This square knot is an "unofficial, private issue knot." This means that it is not endorsed by BSA, and it is not part of the official BSA uniform. This knot would be along the lines of other unofficial knots you may have seen circulating such as the 50 Miler Knot and the BSA Lifeguard Knot. You may find it to be a good trading piece or simply to add to your personal collection of unofficial knots. Personally, I wear it on my uniform proudly.
We have heard positive feedback on this knot and for the recognition it represents. We are hoping that at some point in time BSA will adopt the idea, although there are many hurdles to them doing so. We think, though, that with the support of the scouting community this concept may actually get approved.
In the mean time, the Achievers Registry and the Award Square Knot are our ways of standing up and applauding achievement of these individuals, unofficially.
And as a note of disclaimer, the author of this website and producer of this knot, Troy Pugh, is listed in the Achievers Registry.
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