The patch will include four separate segment patches to recognize four different types of activities completed in the neighboring country. The awards will be available to Scouts and Adult Scouters from BSA who hold activities in Baja, California, and to Mexican Scouts (Exploradores) along with their Adult Leaders who hold activities in our country. The central patch would be earned for any cross border Scouting Activity and each segment would be earned for the appropriate type of activity.

1. Participate in any Scouting activity of at least 8 hours in Baja, California.
2. Obtain BSA Tour Permit.
3. Obtain written parental permission of each Scout traveling across the International Border.
4. All vehicles must be covered by Mexican automobile insurance.
5. At least one adult leader must be able to communicate effectively in Spanish.
6. Study the Outdoor Code and discuss how it applies to travel in Mexico.

1. Participate in any Scouting activity of at least 8 hours in the United States of America.
2. Obtain permission from local Scouting authorities.
3. Obtain written parental permission of each Scout traveling across the International Border.
4. At least one adult leader must be able to communicate effectively In English.
5. Study the Outdoor Code and discuss how it applies to travel in the United States of America.

1. Camp overnight in Baja, California, (USA), and
2. Complete at least 1 hour of public service, such as beach or campsite cleanup, and
3. Be able to show on a map where you camped and how you traveled to and from the activity.

1. Backpack at least five miles on a trail in Baja, California, (USA), and
2. Camp at least one night along the trail, and
3. Complete at least 1 hour of public service, such as beach or campsite cleanup, and
4. Report on the terrain covered and the similarities and differences between this area and your home area.

1. Travel at least 150 miles within Baja, California (USA) in different locations along the way, and
2. Spend at least two nights in Mexico (USA) in different locations along the way, and
3. Report on the trip at a Troop meeting using maps and other visual aids.

1. Organize and complete an activity of at least four hours spent with a youth group from the neighboring country. Examples include Boy Scouts, School Exchanges, Church Youth Groups, and Service Club Youth Exchanges.
2. Both "Host" and "Visitor" Scouts are eligible.
3. Write a group report on this activity for your Troop records.