Mission, Aims and Methods of Scouting   The mission statement is the most basic explanation for the existance of the Boy Scouts of America. The aims of Scouting explore the three areas in the lives of young people where Scout programs can have the greatest positive effect. The methods of Scouting are tried and true ways to deliver the promise of Scouting to young people. Click here for handout Appendix A, “Aims and Methods of Scouting” Let’s take a closer look at all three