Rare 80s Boy Scouts Vintage Patch River Rats San Diego BSA This is a rare vintage official patch issued by the former Boy Scout organization "San Diego County Council" in California, USA, around the 1970s-80s. This "River Rats" patch was given to scouts who completed long-distance rafting and canoe expeditions (treks), mainly on the Colorado River, and symbolizes that activity. The name comes from the tough and humorous nickname "River Rats," which refers to surviving the harsh river journey. The patch depicts a character of a rat carrying a backpack and maneuvering a raft (boat), featuring a free and playful design typical of the American style of the time. The San Diego County Council changed its name due to a merger in 1993, so items with this logo are now rare collector's pieces that are no longer available. #80s #70s #BoyScouts #Vintage #Patch #BSA #SanDiego #California #RiverRats #AmericasCasual #VintageClothing #EmbroideredPatch #AmericanGoods #Rafting #Outdoor