Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
Church of Saint Benedict
Broken Arrow, OK.
TROOP 936
Parent Guide
The “OLD GOAT” Patrol
Visit our Troop Webpage and Facebook and see our calendar of events
http://www.saintben.com/parish/bsa.html
https://www.facebook.com/Troop936BrokenArrow
Twin Arrows District
Indian Nations Council
Draft 3-24-2016
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 2
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................. 4 THE ADULT LEADER ......................................................................................................................................... 4
WHAT IS BOY SCOUTING ALL ABOUT? ........................................................................................................ 5 ORGANIZATION .................................................................................................................................................. 7
Chartered Organization (Sponsor) .................................................................................................................. 7 Troop Committee ............................................................................................................................................ 7 Patrols and Patrol Leaders .............................................................................................................................. 8
Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters ........................................................................................................ 8 Troop Meetings ............................................................................................................................................... 9 Troop Parents .................................................................................................................................................. 9
ADVANCEMENT AND RECOGNITION ............................................................................................................ 9
Advancement through First Class ................................................................................................................. 10 Advancement from First Class to Eagle ....................................................................................................... 10 Merit Badges ................................................................................................................................................. 11
Boards of Review .......................................................................................................................................... 11 Courts of Honor ............................................................................................................................................ 11 Summer Camp .............................................................................................................................................. 12 Order of the Arrow: The Honor Society of Scouting ................................................................................... 12
ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................................................................ 13 Treasurer ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Rechartering and Dues .................................................................................................................................. 13
Quartermaster Uniform Supplies .................................................................................................................. 14
Fees for Outings and Activities ..................................................................................................................... 14 Training ......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Fundraising ................................................................................................................................................... 15 SAFETY - ADULT AND SCOUT ....................................................................................................................... 16
Two-Deep Leadership ................................................................................................................................... 16
An Adult is Never Alone with a Scout ......................................................................................................... 16 Safety Rule of Four ....................................................................................................................................... 16
Buddy System ............................................................................................................................................... 16 Transportation - Automobiles ....................................................................................................................... 17 Sleeping Accommodations ........................................................................................................................... 17
Knives ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
Axes .............................................................................................................................................................. 18 Guns and Firearms ........................................................................................................................................ 18 Restricted Activities ...................................................................................................................................... 18 Unauthorized Activities ................................................................................................................................ 18
BEHAVIOR - ADULT AND SCOUT ................................................................................................................. 19
Swearing and Jokes ....................................................................................................................................... 19 Scout Spirit.................................................................................................................................................... 19 Language ....................................................................................................................................................... 20 Hazing, Initiations, Snipe Hunts, Harassment .............................................................................................. 20
Bullying......................................................................................................................................................... 20 Steps in Troop Discipline.............................................................................................................................. 21
SPECIAL ACTIVITY ATTENDANCE............................................................................................................... 22
UNIFORMS AND SCOUT SHOPS ..................................................................................................................... 22 Uniforms ....................................................................................................................................................... 22 Camouflage ................................................................................................................................................... 23 Scout Shops ................................................................................................................................................... 23
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 3
HEALTH & CONSENT FORMS ........................................................................................................................ 23
AND FINALLY .................................................................................................................................................... 24 PARENT/GUARDIAN FORM ............................................................................................................................ 25
INDIVIDUAL BOY SCOUT MEMBERSHIP RECORD ................................................................................... 26
“Scoutmasters deal with the individual boy rather than with the mass.” –Baden-Powell
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 4
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Boy Scouts of America and Troop 936! By becoming the parent of a Boy Scout, you
are setting your son out on the Grand Old Adventure of Scouting. This is a tremendously important and
rewarding endeavor that you will be able to share with him.
The following pages describe what the program is all about, how much it will cost, and the organization
of our Troop. Reading this guide will help you understand how, with your help, your son can progress through
the Scout ranks. This guide is also designed to help you understand how you can be of help to your son and the
Troop, and what the various adult volunteers are doing to help the Troop. There is a form for you to fill out at
the end of this guide, please give it to your scout for him to give to the Troop Scribe. Congratulations, you just
learned your first lesson in a Boy-Led Troop! You watch while your son learns and performs the work.
THE ADULT LEADER
An adult leader in our Troop is a person who “sets the example” for other adults and scouts to follow.
How do they set the example? Simple, “leadership by example”. Adult Leaders never yell at scouts, threaten
them or bully them in any other manner but rather give the scouts the exact same respect they expect the scout
to give back to them. Adult leaders live by the Scout Oath and Law. Adult leaders do not allow their own son
to be exempt from Troop rules or interfere with scout authority over him. Adult leaders treat ALL the scouts
equally and show no favoritism to their own son. Parents will make their son go to the scout leadership for all
problems and issues and not bypass or usurp that chain of command by interfering or meddling with it for the
sake of their son. Adults do not address the scouts directly but work through the Scoutmaster who works with
the scouts (cordial conversation is always encouraged though). Adults may become Committee Members,
Merit Badge Councilors or Assistant Scoutmasters and be assigned tasks by the Scoutmaster that may require
direct contact with scouts but this contact never violates the Boy-Led Troop principles – the scout runs scout
activities and not an adult. Adults should never do the work a scout should be doing. It is vital that adults
never directly contact or correct scouts except through the Scoutmaster. An Assistant Scoutmaster my act as a
Scoutmaster as needed. Adult leaders who become a Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster will wear a
complete adult BSA uniform (including proper patches, neckerchief or bolo, BSA belt, green socks and green
pant), regularly attend scout activities, complete regular online training like Youth Protection, and strive to take
BSA adult leader courses such as Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills and Wood Badge to learn how to
help maintain a Boy-Led Troop. They attend other courses like Wilderness 1st Aid, Repelling, Climbing, NRA
shooting sports, etc. to help instruct and host Troop activities. Adult Committee Members have the option to
wear a BSA uniform and if they do, it will be a complete uniform or none at all. When Scouts see adults wear
sloppy, unprofessional, un-kept uniforms they will do the same. Adults will not camp or linger in the scout
patrol camps and will only be there with Scoutmaster approval. Adult leaders will maintain their own patrol
camp and keep scouting patrols separate whenever practicable. Adult leaders will ask permission to enter scout
camps and will not interfere with the scout chain of command, instruction, etc. except for safety. Adult leaders
may coach or instruct scouts but this is usually limited to the Senior Patrol Leader and with Scoutmaster
approval. Scouts imitate and mimic our adult leaders so we want only the prober example to be set. The Senior
Patrol Leader will award an adult leader the “Old Goat” patrol patch in recognition of the adult following these
guidelines as recognized by the scouts in the Troop. Adults must earn the “Old Goat!”
“Show me a poorly uniformed troop and I'll show you a poorly uniformed leader.” –Baden-Powell
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 5
WHAT IS BOY SCOUTING ALL ABOUT?
You might be surprised to find out that our purpose is not to teach camping skills. There are 3 Aims to Boy
Scouting:
To build moral character
o To build self-reliance, self-discipline, self-confidence and self-respect
To foster citizenship
o To foster love of community, country and world, along with a commitment of service to others
and an understanding of democratic principles.
To develop physical, mental and emotional fitness
o To develop physical, mental, emotional, and moral fitness that will stay with a Scout for the rest
of his life.
These three aims are the bedrock of the American Scouting movement. They represent the long-term
outcomes desired for every boy.
Scouting uses the following 8 Methods of Scouting to accomplish these aims:
Ideals - The ideals are spelled out in the Scout Oath and Law
Patrols - Teaches group living and participating in citizenship
Outdoors - Place where Scouts learn to live with each other and share responsibilities
Advancement - Overcoming challenges and helping a boy gain self-confidence, self-reliance and the
ability to help others
Adult Association - Scouts will learn from examples set by their adult leaders
Personal Growth - A Scout works toward his goals through a "Good Turn Daily" and participating in
service projects. The religious emblem program is part of his development.
Leadership Development - Each Scout has the opportunity to participate in both shared leadership and
total leadership situations.
Uniform - The uniform makes a Scout Troop visible as a force for good and creates a positive youth
image in the community and shows his commitment to the aims and purposes of Scouting.
Scout Law
A Scout is:
Trustworthy
Loyal
Helpful
Friendly
Courteous
Kind
Obedient
Cheerful
Thrifty
Brave
Clean
Reverent
Scout Oath
On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to
God and my country and to obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times; to keep myself
physically strong, mentally awake, and morally
straight.
“We must change boys from a ‘what can I get’ to a ‘what can I give ‘attitude.” –Baden-Powell
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 6
It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) to serve others by helping to instill values in
young men, and in other ways to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full
potential. The values we strive to instill are found in the Boy Scout Oath and Law.
Since 1910, these principles have been taught in an atmosphere of recreation and fun, which allows
young people to develop self-confidence, leadership and moral character. More and more men, trained as
Scouts, are taking their places in today's world as responsible adult leaders. Men, who earned badges as Scouts,
sit on the Supreme Court of the United States. Others hold important offices in our government, business and
industry. Most of the members of the present U.S. Congress were Scouts. Of the 214 pilots and scientists
selected as astronauts since 1959, more than 125 were Scouts or have been active in Scouting as well as most of
the astronauts who have walked on the moon. The long list of famous Scouts includes:
President John F. Kennedy, Boy Scout Neil A. Armstrong, First person on the
moon: Eagle Scout
President Gerald Ford: Eagle Scout
Steven Spielberg, Director/Producer: Eagle
Scout
Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.; Civil Rights
Leader: Boy Scout
William C. Devries, MD; transplanted first
artificial heart: Eagle Scout
Sam M. Walton, Chairman/CEO, Wal-
Mart: Eagle Scout
Hank AARON; Baseball Player: Eagle
Scout
Bill Gates; Founder of Microsoft: Boy
Scout
The Boy Scouts of America is one of the largest youth oriented organizations in the United States. More
than 2.4 million young men are currently registered in the Boy Scouts of America. Unlike Cub Scouting, which
many of you are familiar with; Boy Scouting is a youth-led organization. The boys learn responsibility and how
to organize and lead the Troop. Sometimes these lessons are hard, however, we try to make sure that all
challenges we place before the Scouts are challenges they can, with a little effort, overcome. After training, and
with adult supervision, the boys run the show.
We use the following methods to accomplish our aims:
Ideals - Each Scout commits himself to the personal behavior guides and standards in the Scout Motto,
Slogan, Oath and Law
Patrols - Patrols give Scouts experience in teamwork, democracy and leadership.
Outdoors - Scouting emphasizes outdoor activities which foster an appreciation of nature and our
ecology. Along the way, Scouts practice and learn new skills and develop confidence in their own
abilities to cope with obstacles. Scouting is outing! Your son will advance and enjoy Scouting if he
goes on the outings, otherwise there is a very good chance he will lose interest in the program.
Advancement - The advancement program provides a Scout with a ladder of skills to climb at his own
pace. On the way up, he has many opportunities to learn and to be recognized for his achievements.
Personal growth - All of the other methods contribute to the personal growth of a Scout through
experience. The quest for growth is a method, too.
Adult association - Adult leaders, male and female, provide an example to Scouts of the high character
they should strive for in their personal growth
Leadership development - Making boys get leadership experiences is one of the most valuable things
Scouting does. Scouts lead the Troop not the adults.
Uniform – The complete uniform reminds a Scout of who he is and what is expected of him. It
identifies him as part of a patrol, troop, council and worldwide youth movement. He can take pride in
being a Scout, and in the achievements shown on his uniform and sash.
“Tuck in your shirt!” – Dan Ruskoski
“Either wear a complete uniform or wear NONE at all!” – Dan Ruskoski
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 7
The young men in the Troop will be working towards their 1st class and then Eagle ranks. As they travel on
their trail to Eagle and beyond, they will not only learn how to lead a team to a goal, they will actually lead
teams of Scouts in a number of challenging situations. This is all done in the spirit of fun and adventure!
Please take a few minutes to read Chapter One and Two of your son's Boy Scout Handbook.
For families to achieve the full benefit from the program, parents should realize that Scouting is as
educational as sitting in a classroom.
ORGANIZATION
Troop 936 is a participating member of the Twin Arrows District of the Indian Nations Council, Boy
Scouts of America. The Troop's organization consists of a Chartered Organization, a Troop Committee, the
Troop, and the Troop's Parents.
Chartered Organization (Sponsor)
Every Troop belongs to an organization called a Chartered Organization or Sponsor. The Chartered
Organization for Troop 936 is the Men of Saint Benedict Club. Both the church and club share our objectives
for the Troop, provide service opportunities and ensure that there are adequate, “trained” leadership. A
Chartered Organization Representative is appointed by the sponsor and acts as liaison between the Troop and
the sponsor. He may be active in the Troop Committee and approves all members in the Troop.
Troop Committee
The Troop Committee functions as an administration and support organization for the Troop and
members are not required to wear a uniform. The Troop Committee takes care of the support issues
surrounding the Troop. For example: newsletters, Troop funds, fund raising, membership drives, coordination
with local Packs, tour permits, advancement records, procurement and maintenance of Troop equipment, etc. If
it becomes needed, parents may have to help the Troop by providing transportation to and from an event. It is
strongly recommended that each parent participate in their son’s scouting program by being on the Troop
Committee for one or more years. Positions can accommodate any and all schedules and may require only brief
periods of service to the Troop. Otherwise, the Troop would ask that each parent help by heading up one Troop
event or heading up a one-time committee such as popcorn sales, the garage sale or Family Fun Night. You can
see a list of Committee Positions with the job duties you may volunteer for on the troop form Adult Leadership
Positions.
In order for the Troop Committee to function properly it must meet regularly, preferably monthly. The
meetings are open and all parents and other interested adults are encouraged to attend. Normally the Troop
Committee meets in a separate room from the scouts during the first scout meeting of the month. Committee
meetings provide opportunities to get parents involved and supporting the Troop, it can also be a source to
answer their questions and allow them to participate in training on such areas as Boy-Led Troop vs Adult-Led
Troop, Patrol Method, proper interaction with the scouts during Troop activities, etc. Most Troop problems
resulting from adult conduct, operations and actions result from a lack of training and regular attendance at
monthly Troop Committee meetings. These meetings also serve as an avenue for the Scoutmaster to address the
parents about the functioning of the Troop and answer their questions. The Troop Committee Chairperson
should be voted on and hold at least 10 Committee Meetings per year or the Troop will suffer severely.
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 8
Being on the Committee also offers parents the opportunity to partake in ownership of the Troop. It is
preferable that Committee members be parents or guardians of youth in the Troop when elected. Parents who
come to scout meetings and sit in the back will have little interest in helping the Troop. As a result, the
Scoutmaster will have an increased workload since he will have to perform all the Committee jobs left unfilled
or partially completed. Parents who partake in regular Committee meetings will be more involved, attend more
meetings and help the Troop function better and reduce the workload of all the adult leaders.
Here is a list of some Troop Committee positions you can volunteer for:
Committee Chair
Secretary
Treasurer
Outdoor/Activities Coordinator
Advancement Coordinator
Chaplain
Training Coordinator
Equipment Coordinator
Membership Coordinator
Popcorn Kernal Fund Raiser
A Fund Raising Coordinator
Service Project Coordinator
Adult recognition (awards)
Eagle Advisor
Patrols and Patrol Leaders
The Troop is a team made up of patrols. Each Patrol usually consists of a Patrol Leader (PL) and no less
than three Scouts and no more than eight to ten Scouts. The young men in a patrol elect their Patrol Leader who
may in turn appoint an Assistant Patrol Leader and/or staff as needed and all are approved by the Scoutmaster to
hold those positions.
The Senior Patrol Leader (SPL), Patrol Leaders (PL) and other youth officers, run the troop – not the
adults. Adults must learn that they must go to the Scoutmaster (SM) with concerns or comments and refrain
from direct interference with the scouts, meetings and events. Adults meddling and interfering with scouts by
bypassing the SM or SPL has often lead to upset scouts, verbal disputes and even fisticuffs among the scouts in
our Troop. Boy Scouting has a leadership structure that goes both up and down. Adults must learn to go to the
SM and the scout must learn to go to the PL and not his parent. Parents must learn to tell a scout who goes to
them for special treatment or favoritism (unfair to other scouts) to stop usurping and bypassing the scout
leadership and rules. Troop 936 holds elections for Senior Patrol Leader and Patrol Leaders about every six
months. The Senior Patrol Leader, with approval of the Scoutmaster, appoints the other Troop officers who run
the Troop. The Scoutmaster must give approval for a scout candidate to run for SPL and PL prior to elections
based on such things as 80% attendance, skills, adherence to Scout Oath and Law, willingness to follow SM
guidance, full uniform, adherence to BSA methods (patrols, PLC, etc,), leadership courses attended, etc.
The Patrol Leaders and Troop Scribe, along with the Senior Patrol Leader as their head, form the Patrol
Leaders’ Council which plans the activities and runs the Troop meetings. Adults do not interfere with the
meetings even when scouts make mistakes. Adults must go to the Scoutmaster to make comments, etc.
Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters
Troop 936 has a Scoutmaster (SM) and may have a number of Assistant Scoutmasters (ASM) who are
uniformed adult leaders and expected to attend training specific to their Troop position and function prior to or
shortly after taking on that job. They are also expected to understand and follow the principals of the Boy-Led
Troop, Patrol Method, this Parent Guide, have a high attendance record at meetings, campouts, activities, wear a
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 9
complete uniform and be a positive role model for the Troop. The Scoutmasters' job is to Coach, Direct and
Support the Senior Patrol Leader and the Troop. The Scoutmaster, ASM’s and other adults do not run the
Troop as that is a violation of the 8 Methods of Boy Scouting. All adults must watch for safety concerns
however and must act immediately to ensure safety. Safety always comes first.
Some ASM jobs you can train for:
Meetings & PLC Coach Advancement Coach Rank Advancement Coach
Patrol Coach
Troop Meetings
Troop 936 will hold meetings weekly. Meetings currently are held every Sunday; from 3:00 p.m. to
4:30 p.m. except on campout, event and holiday weekends. Changes to the meeting schedule will be announced
as early as possible to allow for proper planning. It is expected that the Scouts will communicate changes
through each Patrol. Parents should be told of changes by their Scouts.
Troop Parents
The role of parents within Troop 936 is to be supportive of the Troop's efforts and to provide the atmosphere
Scouts need to learn and excel. Parents should try to:
Read their son’s handbook, especially chapters 1 and 2, and understand the purpose and methods of
scouting.
Read and go through the activities in the parent pullout at the beginning of the Boy Scout Handbook.
Parents should attend an informal Boy Scout Fast Start Training.
Parents should attend Troop adult training on the principals of Boy-Led Troop vs an Adult-Led Troop
among others.
Actively follow their Scout's progress (or lack thereof) and offer encouragement when needed.
Show support to both the individual Scout and the Troop by attending all Troop Courts of Honor.
Assist, as requested, in all Troop fund-raisers and other such activities. All such assistance lowers the
cost of the program we offer to the Scouts and, therefore, lowers each family's cash outlay for their
Scout.
Be aware of the Troop program and annual calendar.
Parents are encouraged to attend one or more Troop & Committee meetings or activities every quarter.
(Why let the boys have all the fun?)
Make their son follow all the same rules as all the other scouts follow without displaying favoritism.
ADVANCEMENT AND RECOGNITION
There are many definitions of advancement, but the Scouting definition might well be, simply, "the art
of meeting a challenge." For that is exactly what the Boy Scout advancement program asks the boys to do. The
Boy Scout advancement program provides a ladder of skills that a Scout climbs at his own pace. As he acquires
these skills, he moves up through a series of ranks called: Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and
Eagle. The higher he climbs the more challenging his tasks - and the more rewarding. Unlike in Cub Scouts, a
Boy Scout must accomplish the requirement exactly as written; simply 'doing your best' will not satisfy a
requirement. All Boy Scout requirements are designed to be challenging to a Scout, and age is taken under
consideration when the requirement was written. The program is written to take 12 months to advance from
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 10
Tenderfoot to 1st Class.
Achievement Goals include:
Learning skills that qualify for Scouting’s more rugged and exciting outdoor challenges
Developing body and mind, growing self-confidence, and helping younger Scouts climb the
advancement ladder
Discovering how it feels to go further -- in so many ways -- than he ever thought he could
We don’t look at advancement as a goal, but as a natural outcome of a planned, quality Troop program and
it is integrated with our outdoor activities. Advancement happens on campouts.
Advancement through First Class
Until a Scout reaches First Class, he must bring the Scout Handbook to every meeting and campout.
From the time the Scout enters the Troop through the time he earns advancement to First Class, he is
learning basic Scouting skills that will enable him to camp, hike, swim, cook, tie knots, administer first aid,
perform other tasks in the outdoors and to work as a member of a team. With those first 7 steps, the Scout
begins to build himself physically, mentally, and morally. He will start to live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Soon he will learn the symbolism inherent in the Scout badge; he will learn that there are three points of the
trefoil, which stand for the three parts of the Scout Oath: Duty to God and country, duty to other people, and
duty to himself. The goal of this Troop is for the Scout to achieve the rank of First Class within his first year in
the Troop. This is a sign that the Scout has mastered the fundamentals of Scouting and can begin to start the
long process of learning to lead others, refining the learned skills and learning more advanced skills. It is
important that parents realize that this is a goal, not a requirement. There is a lot to Scouting besides earning
rank, and some Scouts take longer to earn First Class, than others. That does not mean they are not benefiting
from the program. The leaders understand this and will work with each boy accordingly.
* Note to Parent: As soon as possible after joining scouting, the scout and the parent MUST complete “How to
protect your children from Child Abuse. A Parent’s Guide.” In the Scout Handbook.
Advancement from First Class to Eagle
From the achievement of First Class through Eagle, the Scout will be demonstrating leadership,
performing service projects, earning merit badges and using the skills learned while achieving the rank of First
Class. The next ranks he will earn are Star and Life. These ranks are harder to obtain than the earlier ranks but
are also more interesting for the older Scouts. Upon completion of all the requirements for Star and Life, the
Scout will be eligible to work for Eagle. The original principals, the Scout Oath and Law now have fuller
meaning for the Scout and the understanding of them is much greater. The final steps towards Eagle are filled
with leadership experiences.
The fact that a boy is an Eagle Scout has always carried with it a special significance, not only in
Scouting, but also as he enters higher education, business or industry, and community service. The award is a
performance-based achievement whose standards have been well maintained over the years. Not every boy
who joins a Boy Scout troop earns the Eagle Scout rank; nationwide only about 7 percent of all Boy Scouts did
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 11
so in 2013. This represents more than 2.2 million Boy Scouts who have earned the rank since 1911.
(Historically, most scouts in Troop 936 earn the Eagle rank.) Nevertheless, the goals of Scouting-citizenship:
training, character development, and personal fitness-remain important for all Scouts, whether or not they attain
the Eagle Scout rank. After obtaining Eagle, the Scouts go on to take senior leadership responsibilities in the
Troop, eventually to become Junior Assistant Scoutmasters!
Details for advancement are contained in the Boy Scout Handbook, which every Scout should obtain as
soon as possible after joining the Troop. Look at Chapter 1. This short chapter has an advancement summary
through First Class. All rank requirements must be performed and completed exactly as specified. Every Life
scout needs an adult Eagle Scout Service Project Coach who should not be the scouts’ parent.
Merit Badges
A Scout is responsible for earning his own merit badges. The goal of the merit badge program is to
expand a Scout's areas of interest and to encourage the Scout to meet and work with adults in a chosen subject.
A Scout working with a registered merit badge counselor earns merit badges. It is not the role of the Troop or
the parents to get a Scout through a merit badge. A Scout wishing to start a merit badge must go to the
Scoutmaster and request to begin the badge. The Scoutmaster will determine if the Scout has initiated too many
merit badges, and really should complete one before starting an additional one. If the Scoutmaster agrees that
the Scout should begin the new badge, he will recommend a merit badge councilor and sign a certificate known
as a 'blue card'. Normally, the merit badge councilor will not be the Scout’s parent unless two Scouts work on
the merit badge. The Scout is required to contact the counselor to arrange for times and places to meet with the
counselor. All work on the merit badge is supposed to start after the Scout meets with the merit badge
counselor. When the Scout completes the work on the merit badge the counselor will inform the Advancement
Chairman and by signing the 'blue card'. Merit Badges earned will be presented to the Scout at the next Troop
meeting and/or they will also be recognized during the Troop's quarterly Court of Honor.
There are over 100 different merit badges. All parents of Troop 936 Scouts are encouraged to become
Merit Badge Counselors. Please complete a Troop Resource Survey and return to a Troop Leader.
Boards of Review
When a Scout has completed all the requirements for a rank, he appears before a board of review
composed of members of the Troop Committee or other “scouters” (Scouters are adult leaders). The purpose of
the review is not an examination, rather it is to determine the Scout's attitude and acceptance of Scouting's
ideals; to ensure that the requirements have been met for advancement (but he will not retest), to discuss the
Scout's experiences in the Troop and the Troop's program, and to encourage him to keep working towards
advancement. A Board of Review may also be held to counsel a boy about his lack of progress toward
advancement or for practice. A Board of Review is pass/fail and can be retaken until passed.
Courts of Honor
Troop 936 may conduct a Court of Honor about once per quarter. The Court of Honor recognizes all
Scout appointments, elections, awards, and advancements since the last Court of Honor. Adult recognition may
be presented by the scouts during the Troop Court of Honor. It is the responsibility of the Troop's Patrol
Leaders’ Council to plan and conduct the Troop Courts of Honor. The adult leaders will support the Courts of
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 12
Honor as requested but will never run it.
The Court of Honor is a public ceremony, and is a chance for the Scouts to be publicly recognized for
their achievements. Parents are strongly urged to attend these ceremonies. All other interested
individuals are encouraged to attend.
Summer Camp
We have found that it is very important for new Scouts to attend summer camp the first year or two that
they are in the program. Not only does summer camp provide a number of advancement opportunities for your
son, it also provides a weeklong team building activity for your son’s patrol. These summer camps may be a 1
week merit badge camp or later on a multi-week high adventure trip like Philmont, Northern Tier, Sea Base or
even a troop planned excursion to Washington D.C., Yellowstone National Park, 50 mile hike or canoe trip, etc.
We have found that patrols are much stronger after summer camp then they were before the experience.
Troop 936 attends some of the best camp programs around the nation and we know your son will
enjoy the experience! There are camperships available for Scouts with a high attendance record in the Troop
program who cannot afford to attend summer camp on their own. Contact the Scoutmaster for more
information. The Scoutmaster must recommend Scouts for Troop Camperships and the amount.
Order of the Arrow: The Honor Society of Scouting
A member of the Order of the Arrow is a recognized by their distinctive red-arrow on-white sash and
right pocket-flap eagle patch. The purpose of the Order of the Arrow is fourfold:
To recognize those Scout campers who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives
To develop and maintain camping traditions and spirit
To promote Scout camping
To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others
The Order of the Arrow is open to both Scouts and adults, and has strict entrance requirements. To
become a member, a youth must be a registered member of a Boy Scout troop and hold First Class rank. The
youth must have experienced fifteen days and nights of camping during the two-year period before his election.
The fifteen days and nights must include six consecutive days (including five nights) of resident camping,
approved and under the auspices and standards of the Boy Scouts of America. The balance of the camping must
be overnight, weekend, or other short-term camps. Their fellow unit members, following approval by the
Scoutmaster of the candidate, elect scouts to the Order. The Troop Committee or scouts elect one adult for
every three OA members. The Troop, when able, will pay ½ the Philmont “OA Trail Crew Trek” as a thank
you for service!
“A Scout smiles and whistles under all circumstances.” –Baden-Powell
“I recommend everything from OUTBACK!” – Dan Ruskoski
“Scoutmasters deal with the individual boy rather than with the mass.” –Baden-Powell
“Ask your SPL!” – Dan Ruskoski
“Scouting is a game for boys under the leadership of boys under the direction of a man.” –Baden-Powell
“The Good Turn will educate the boy out of the groove of selfishness.” –Baden-Powell
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 13
ADMINISTRATION
Treasurer
The Treasurer is the primary person to collect dues, fees and fundraising proceeds, etc. and will balance
the Troop Bank Account and make monthly reports to the Troop Committee and/or SM. The Treasurer does
work with the Troop Scribe to collect funds to teach him how to perform his job. Only three adults in the Troop
will be allowed to collect fees, dues, fundraising proceeds etc. These three are limited to the Treasurer,
Assistant Treasurer (AT) and the Scoutmaster (SM) and in that order – PERIOD! You will get a receipt when
you pay or transfer funds to one of those three. It is OK to have your Scout pay the Scribe when under the
supervision of the Treasurer. The AT and/or SM will act as the Treasurer in their absence.
Basic Treasurer guidelines:
Only the Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer and Scoutmaster will be on and allowed to write Troop checks,
possess any bank cards and be on the Bank Account.
The Treasurer will set a limit on funds the AT and SM may write checks for in his absence.
Whenever possible, these three should have youth in the Troop.
The Troop account records and spreadsheets should be maintained online and/or be made available for
review by others.
The Bank account will be balanced monthly with a report made to the Committee and/or SM.
The Bank account balance will never be allowed to go below the balance of the Scout account totals
within it without the approval of the Committee.
The Treasurer shall make deposits within 14 days of receiving funds.
The SM will maintain a Petty Cash/gift card fund as needed.
Adults will be reimbursed for purchasing campout food, awards, badges, etc. for the Troop or provided
with gift cards, Petty Cash, etc. to help purchase necessary items for the Troop.
Adults who violate these rules will be forbidden from handling Troop funds.
Rechartering and Dues
The process of rechartering is the annual collection of registration fees for the Scouts and Leaders. The
Troop also makes a formal visit to the chartering organization to renew their commitment for the coming year.
The process of rechartering the Troop must be completed by the end of December of each calendar year. Troop
936 collects dues in the amount of $5 per month to help cover the costs of, rechartering, badges, awards, Troop-
supplied materials, equipment, leadership training and other various expenses.
A scout that has financial difficulty with obtaining a complete BSA uniform may use funds earned from
his fundraising activities to pay for them out of his Troop account. Our Troop offers fundraising options several
times per year so every scout should have no problem obtaining a complete BSA uniform (i.e. Scout Handbook,
class “A” and “B” shirt, neckerchief, slide, basic patches, belt, pant, hat and 1 pair of scout socks). The SM
may also approve other equipment be included for reimbursement like packs, hiking boots, etc. used in Scouting
activities.
The Troop will pay OA membership dues each year for the following year. These dues will be
withdrawn from the youth OA members personal account as the OA is a service organization. OA youth
membership dues are never paid for out of the Troop’s account but rather the OA member’s account. Adult OA
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 14
membership dues are paid by the Troop for ‘active’ adult members only since adults are required to be
chaperones at activities.
Quartermaster Uniform Supplies
The Troop maintains a free uniform “Swap Bucket” that may be used to find parts of a uniform. It is
asked that all scouts donate their old uniform items into the “Swap Bucket” when they grow out of them or
leave the Troop. Scout items purchased at the scout shop may be reimbursed for from the scouts’ individual
account if used for scouting activities. Items purchased outside the Scout Shop used for scouting activities such
as packs, or boots may be reimbursed from a scouts’ individual account with prior SM approval.
Fees for Outings and Activities
Individual activities may have various fees associated with them. A typical campout has a $20.00 per
Scout charge for food. A campout, camporee, shooting sport, etc. may add an activity fee of about $10-20 for
fees/supplies. The scouts, not adults, may be charged for transportation costs to/from summer camps, etc. but
only for the minimum number of vehicles required. The cost of the first 2 adult leaders (or minimum required)
attending activities (gasoline, camp cost, etc.) may be divided up equally among the scouts participants at camp
and added to activity costs. BSA Youth Protection policy requires a minimum of 2 adults on every activity and
these leaders use their free time, annual vacation time, etc. and should not incur or suffer extra fees for “being
there” for your scout. The minimum number of adults needed to drive to activities may be reimbursed for fuel
costs and activity fees. The Scoutmaster may ask adults to cook separately from the Scouts when large numbers
of adults, typically 4 or more, attend activities.
Training
With SM approval, the Troop may pay for either all or a portion of training costs of active Troop
members who display positive leadership qualities, abide by the principles of the Boy-Led, Scout Oath, Scout
Law, are role models, wear a complete BSA approved uniform and meet the following standards:
Adult Leaders:
Proven active attendance in activities, campouts and meetings.
Scouts:
Maintain an 85% or better attendance record at meetings and day events
Maintain an 85% or better attendance record at campouts
Agree to take on leadership roles in the Troop
“A fisherman does not bait his hook with food he likes. He uses food the fish likes. So with boys.” –Baden-
Powell
“Scouting is not a Lad & Dad event” – Dan Ruskoski
“In Scouting, a boy is encouraged to educate himself instead of being instructed.” –Baden-Powell
“SET THE KITCHEN UP FIRST!” – Dan Ruskoski
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 15
Without “trained” adults and youth it is impossible for our Troop to be successful. An untrained person
cannot be expected to fly an Apollo Rocket to the moon any more than you expect a leader to function in our
Troop without training. Some costly yet key training is as follows:
Adult Training:
Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS)
Wood Badge (WB)
Powder Horn
1st Aid/CPR or Wilderness 1
st Aid/CPR
Shooting sports (NRA Rifle, NRA Shotgun, NRA Mussel loading, NRA Range Safety Officer, Archery)
Climbing & Repelling courses
Scouts:
Pine Tree
National Youth Leadership Training
Kodiak Challenge
National Advanced Youth Leadership
Experience (NAYLE)
Philmont NAYLE
Sea Base NAYLE
Northern Tier NAYLE
Powder Horn
Fundraising
The scouts through various fundraising activities raise funds for both the Troop and their individual
accounts. The Troop usually plans to do four major fundraising projects per year – Popcorn, Camp Cards,
Church Garage Sale and Family Fun Night. Our fund-raisers are designed so that once the Troop’s budget is
met; additional funds raised by your son will be put into his individual account to defray Scouting costs. Details
on this year's fund-raisers will be available at future Troop meetings. Budgeting is one more major reason for
holding regular Committee Meetings. The Committee, or SM if the Committee fails to, must plan a yearly
Troop budget.
Adults shall give the Treasurer, or make deposits, of all funds in a regular and timely manner within 14
days for Troop fundraising activities and 30 days for individual. Deposit slips and detailed information of the
deposit will be given to the Treasurer within 14 days of the deposit.
The proceeds from fundraising projects will generally be divided as follows:
1. The Troop will keep 20% of profits
2. 80% of the profits will be divided equally among Scouts based on time spent at the
activity
3. If a parent helps at a fundraising event, their time will be added to that of their child
above
4. All donations will go to the Troop
“…ugh…I guess that worked?” – Dan Ruskoski
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 16
Accurate records will be kept for each fundraising activity and location. Records will be kept indicating
the following at minimum: beginning and ending inventory and cash, cash and checks collected, each product
sold as necessary, donations, names of workers and times worked, location worked, financial records at time of
leadership change and end of day, deposits made and by who, etc.
During fundraising events adults may always collect payments from the public and pass on Petty Cash
from one Troop member to another after an inventory and record made. Inside the Petty Cash bag you will
keep track of all the funds of that bag, where they came from and to which account they should be credited.
The adult with the Petty Cash bag at the end of the day will either take the extra cash and checks from the bag,
record it, and give the cash and checks to the Treasurer or they may deposit the proceeds directly into the Troop
Bank Account within 14 days with proper documentation.
Scouts will perform financial transactions whenever possible under the supervision of an adult. Scouts
often get confused while learning to conduct financial transactions so help them learn how to do it.
SAFETY - ADULT AND SCOUT
(The Troop MUST operate under these Guidelines)
Two-Deep Leadership
Two registered adult leaders or one registered leader and one parent, one of whom must be at least 21
years of age or older, are required for all trips or outings.
An Adult is Never Alone with a Scout
An adult is never out of eyesight with a Scout who is not their son. There are no exceptions, and this
includes when in motor vehicles.
Safety Rule of Four
No fewer than four individuals (always with the minimum of two adults) go on any backcountry
expedition or campout. If an accident occurs, one person stays with the injured, and two go for help.
Additional adult leadership requirements must reflect an awareness of such factors as size and skill level of
the group, anticipated environmental conditions, and overall degree of challenge.1
Buddy System
Troop 936 follows the BSA 2 deep buddy system at all activities. No scout or adult leader shall ever
hike, backpack, swim, boat, etc. alone – period. There are NO exceptions to this rule. At merit badge camp
during daylight hours scouts may walk between their classes without other members of our Troop present but
these scouts are not alone since other scouts and adults are on those same trails and can help the scouts find
their classes. Merit badge camp is a safe environment and no scout is ever really alone during class times in a
BSA camp. Scout leaders should make sure that younger scouts know how to get to their classes before they
begin. At all times outside of attending classes and at night, the buddy system will be enforced at summer
camp. Scouts will hike in groups, stay together and take headcounts before a movement begins and when it is
complete. One person should always be assigned to bring up the rear to catch any stragglers. Adult leaders
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 17
should also be in the rear to make certain no scout is lost. Congratulations, you learned another lesson in the
Boy-Led Troop! Adults stay in the rear for safety and the scouts lead the Troop!
Transportation - Automobiles
It is essential that adequate, safe, and responsible transportation be used for all Scouting activities. Because
most accidents occur within a short distance from home, safety precautions are necessary, even on short trips.
BSA regulations are as follows2
:
1. Seat belts are required for all occupants.
2. All drivers must have a valid driver's license that has not been suspended or revoked for any reason. If
the vehicle to be used is designed to carry more than 15 persons, including the driver, the driver must
have a commercial driver's license (CDL).
3. An adult leader (at least 21 years of age) must be in charge and accompany the group.
4. The driver must be currently licensed and at least 18 years of age.
a. Youth member exception:
i. When traveling to an area, regional, or national Boy Scout activity or Venturing event
under the leadership of an adult (at least 21 years of age) tour leader, a youth member at
least 16 years of age may be a driver, subject to the following conditions:
1. Six months' driving experience as a licensed driver (time on a learner's permit or
equivalent is not to be counted)
2. No record of accidents or moving violations
3. Parental permission granted to the leader, driver, and riders
5. Passenger cars or station wagons may be used for transporting passengers, but passengers should not
ride on the rear deck of station wagons.
6. Trucks may not be used for transporting passengers except in the cab.
7. All driving, except short trips, should be done in daylight.
8. All vehicles must be covered by automobile liability insurance with limits that meet or exceed
requirements of the state in which the vehicle is licensed. It is recommended that coverage limits are at
least $50,000/$100,000/$50,000. Any vehicle designed to carry 10 or more passengers is required to
have limits of $100,000/$500,000/$100,000.
9. Do not exceed the speed limit.
10. Do not travel in convoy.
11. Driving time is limited to a maximum of 10 hours and must be interrupted by frequent rest, food, and
recreation stops. If there is only one driver, the driving time should be reduced and stops should be
made more frequently.
12. Drive with lights on for safety. 1 See:Guide to Safe Scouting, BSA Supply #34416B also available online at: http://www.bsa.scouting.org/pubs/gss/toc.html 2 Ibid.
Sleeping Accommodations
Male and female leaders require separate sleeping facilities. Married couples may share the same
quarters if appropriate facilities are available
Male and female youth participants will not share the same sleeping facility
When staying in tents, no youth will stay in the tent of an adult other than his or her parent or guardian.
Scouts should sleep with their patrol, even if alone in a tent, whenever possible and not with adults.
If separate shower and latrine facilities are not available, separate times for male and female use should
be scheduled and posted for showers. The buddy system should be used for latrines by having one
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 18
person wait outside the entrance, or provide Occupied and Unoccupied signs and/or inside door latches.3
Knives
A sharp pocketknife with a can opener on it is an invaluable backcountry tool. After earning the Totin’
Chip a Scout should keep one with them on all outings. Keep it clean, sharp, and handy. Avoid large sheath
knives. They are heavy and awkward to carry, and unnecessary for most camp chores except for cleaning fish.
Youth members should not normally carry knives with blades in excess of 4”. Since its inception, Boy Scouting
has relied heavily on an outdoor program to achieve its objectives. This program meets more of the purposes of
Scouting than any other single feature. We believe we have a duty to instill in our members, youth and adult,
the knowledge of how to use, handle, and store legally owned knives with the highest concern for safety and
responsibility. Butterfly knives are not allowed in the troop. Scouts who ignore safety rules will have their
knives taken away from them and be prohibited from having them until they prove to the Scoutmaster, SPL and
PL they are able to follow the safety rules.
Axes
There is limited use for hatchets and axes. Scouts are discouraged from buying one for personal use. It
is the responsibility of the Troop to provide hatchets or axes as necessary.
Scouts without a Totin’ Chip card may use a hatchet only under instruction.
Scouts with a Totin’ Chip card may use a hatchet without supervision.
Scouts with a Totin’ Chip card may use a 3/4 (about 24”) axe without supervision.
Full Axes and double bladed axes are prohibited.
Guns and Firearms
Except for law enforcement officers required to carry firearms within their jurisdiction, firearms shall
not be brought on camping, hiking, backpacking, or other Scouting activities except if specifically announced
by the troop and planned for target shooting under the supervision of a certified BSA or National Rifle
Association firearms instructor. If the troop does not officially notify you that you can bring your own firearms,
keep them at home.4
Restricted Activities
A number of activities are restricted for safety reasons to Scouts of a certain age. There will be no exceptions
made so please do not ask.
3 Ibid.
4 Ibid.
Unauthorized Activities
There are a number of activities that are not authorized in Scouting. They include, but are not limited to
the following. Before planning any activity, please consult with the Scoutmaster and Guide to Safe Scouting.5
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 19
All-terrain vehicles
(ATV's)
Boxing, karate, and
related martial arts -
except judo, Aikido, and
Tai Chi
Exploration of
abandoned mines
Flying in hang gliders,
ultra lights, experimental
class aircraft, or hot-air
balloons; parachuting
All motorized speed
events, including
motorcycles, boats, drag
racing, demolition
derbies, and related
events, are not
authorized activities for
any program level.
Participation in amateur
or professional rodeo
events
Pointing any type of
firearm (including
paintball, dye, water gun
or lasers) at any
individual or lifelike
representation or zombie
is unacceptable.
Motorized personal
watercraft, such as jet-
skis
Parasailing, or any
activity in which a
person is carried aloft by
a parachute, parasail,
kite, or other device
towed by a motorboat or
by any other means
All activities related to
bungee cord jumping
(sometimes called shock
cord jumping)
BEHAVIOR - ADULT AND SCOUT
A Scout lives by a strict moral code. It is outlined in the Scout Oath and Law. Every Scout and adult
participant is expected to live by this code at all times. Failure to do so may result in being asked to leave the
activity (no matter how late at night), having a parent pick up the Scout, and a restriction on future activities
until the behavior changes.
Swearing and Jokes
At every meeting, Boy Scouts promise to keep themselves "morally straight" and "clean." The Boy
Scout Handbook advises boys that being "clean" goes beyond washing off dirt; it means getting in with a "clean
crowd," having a "clean outlook on life" and staying away from "swearing and telling dirty stories." Adults and
Scouts are asked not to participate in swearing, lewd behavior or telling dirty stories. No alcohol products are
permitted at any Scout activity. Tobacco, dip, vaporizers, etc. may only be used away from scouts and never in
their presence. This is yet another reason the adult patrol separates itself and camps away from the scout
patrols.
Part of the Scout Law is that a "Scout is Reverent". This is defined as also defending another person's
right to their beliefs. No jokes or skits related to a person's faith, handicap, orientation, race or creed will be
tolerated in the troop.
5 lbid
“The Scoutmaster guides the boy in the spirit of an older brother.” –Baden-Powell
“Let the Scouts do the work.” – Dan Ruskoski
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 20
Scout Spirit
To advance a rank in Scouting the Scoutmaster has to sign off on a Scout Spirit requirement. This
requirement is signed off at the time of the Scoutmaster Conference for every rank except Eagle where it is
signed off by the district Eagle board.
The requirement states: "Demonstrate Scout spirit by living the Scout Oath (Promise) and Law in your
everyday life." This requirement is closely tied to the three aims of the program: 1) growth in moral strength
and character; 2) participating citizenship; 3) development of physical, mental, and emotional fitness.
In determining Scout Spirit the Scoutmaster will look at the attitude of the Scout and how he behaves
inside and outside of troop activities. The Scoutmaster will receive reports from the scout leaders, assistant
scoutmasters and parents. Total behavior, troop activity participation, age and interest in being a Scout and
trying to live the Oath, Law, Slogan and Outdoor Code are all taken into account.
Language
Part of the Scout Law that we all follow is that a Scout is courteous and a Scout should be clean in
thought, word and deed. That means, among other things, that Scouts do not use foul language. The ability to
speak and instruct effectively without profanity, hazing or degradation of human dignity is an attribute of a
Scout.
Scouts who have a problem with foul language, bad behavior or a negative and pessimistic attitude
towards the Troop or Scouting, will not advance until there is a change. We realize that the boys are growing
and maturing and the Scoutmaster will take that into account. Note that we are stricter as they grow older and
progress into the upper ranks.
Hazing, Initiations, Snipe Hunts, Harassment
All forms of hazing, initiations, ridicule, or inappropriate teasing are prohibited and will not be allowed.
Snipe hunts are a form of hazing and are not allowed in the troop.6 Hazing is defined as any activity that causes
the discomfort or harm of another for the enjoyment of the perpetrator. Harassment will not be tolerated.
Bullying
Bullying will not be tolerated. Bullying behavior can come from a scout and may even be an adult.
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is
often repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Bullying includes actions such as:
Adults & scouts may use bullying as
authority
Making threats
Yelling at scouts
Spreading rumors
Attacking someone physically or verbally
Public disciplining of a scout
Excluding someone from a group
Disregard for the patrol method by
interfering with another patrol
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 21
Bypassing scout leadership like the SPL and PL
Forms of adult or scout Bullying:
Verbal – name calling, teasing
Social – spread rumors, leaving the target out of activities, breaking up or manipulating friendships
Physical – hitting, pushing, shoving, physical coercion
Group – intimidations, ostracizing
Criminal – injury, assault, sexual aggression
Cyber bullying – using digital technology – social media, mobile phones, computers, etc., for any of the
above
Characteristics of the adult or scout Bully:
Is mean
Yells at scouts
Violent
Manipulative
Coercive with others to get his way
Gets into physical/verbal fights with others
May manipulate or force others to do his
bidding
May be in trouble a lot
Is quick to blame others
Pulls pranks on others
Will not accept responsibility for his own
actions
Is publically pessimistic and negative
Has friends that bully others
Desires to win or be perceived as the best
May be the past target of bullying
May have been abused at home
Steps in Troop Discipline
In the event that the troop has to discipline a Scout or adult, the following guidelines may be followed.
Depending on the situation, steps may be skipped. For a scout:
1. The Scout may be warned by the Patrol Leader
2. The Scout may be warned by the Senior Patrol Leader
3. The Scout may be required to write and sign a note acceptably explaining his inappropriate behavior and
give it to the Senior Patrol Leader and the Scoutmaster.
4. The Scout and the Scoutmaster will meet.
5. The Scout, his parent(s), the SPL, the Committee Chairman and the Scoutmaster will meet. This will
normally result in the parent being required to be with the Scout at the activities.
6. The Scout will be suspended from a number of Troop activities and meetings.
7. The Scout will be expelled from the Troop
Occasionally adults set bad examples and bully scouts, ignore BSA rules and meddle in the Troop with the
youth by bypassing the Scoutmaster, etc. The following steps may be taken to discipline adults:
1. The Scoutmaster will advise the adult of their inappropriate behavior and/or actions
2. The adult, the Committee Chairman and the Scoutmaster will meet
3. The adult will be suspended from a number of troop activities and meetings
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 22
4. The adult will be expelled from the troop 6 Ibid.
SPECIAL ACTIVITY ATTENDANCE
Some activities in the Scouting program require special fitness and behavior. These activities include
High Adventure activities at Philomont SR, Sea Base, Northern Tier or local training like Pine Tree as
examples. Attendance at these activities is not automatic in our Troop.
Both adults and scouts may be declined by the CC or SM to attend these activities for various reasons including:
1. Cannot pass mental and physical fitness standards required by the activity sponsor
2. Fail physical activity qualifications given by the Troop (Like a qualification hike)
3. Has discipline or behavioral problems as deemed by the CC or SM
UNIFORMS AND SCOUT SHOPS
Uniforms
The Scout uniform is one of the eight methods used to achieve the three aims of Scouting. The uniform
by itself cannot make a good Scout or a good Troop, but its use has been proven to improve both the Scout and
the Troop because it is a visible symbol of Scouting and unity. Each Scout is required to have and wear, within
a reasonable amount of time after joining the Troop, the following uniform items:
Field or “Class A” Uniform (must be worn to Courts of Honor, Troop meetings and to other Troop activities
unless instructed otherwise by Troop leadership). It includes:
Tan Scout shirt (Tucked in) with appropriate insignia and patches
o Indian Nations Council strip
o Green shoulder loops
o U.S. Flag
o Patrol emblem
o Troop number
Neckerchief
Neckerchief slide
Green Scout pants and/or shorts
Green Scout socks
Boy Scout Hat (Optional)
Scout belt with scout buckle
Tennis shoes or hiking boots and socks are required
Sash (in lieu of neckerchief for COH or other important events)
“The Scoutmaster teaches boys to play the game by doing so himself.” –Baden-Powell
“NO!” – Dan Ruskoski
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 23
Activity or “Class B” Uniform may be worn as instructed by Troop leadership. It includes:
Troop 936 T-shirt tucked in (SPL may allow any BSA T-Shirt for some events/summer meetings)
Green Scout pants and/or shorts
Green Scout socks
Boy Scout Hat (Optional)
Scout belt with scout buckle
Tennis shoes or hiking boots and socks are required
Uniforms and insignia are worn a certain way and show our pride in ourselves, our Troop and our BSA
organization. A poorly uniformed adult leader sets a very poor example to the scouts and results in a poorly
uniformed Troop so please wear a complete uniform with shirt tucked in or none at all. The Troop Leaders and
Scout Shop staff will be able to answer any questions you might have on where to put what badge. Inside the
cover of the Boy Scout Handbook, there are guides for badge placement.
Uniform wear in Scouting is similar to uniform wear in sports activities. Unless specified otherwise,
Scouts must arrive in Field Dress “Class A” uniform for ALL Troop activities, including campouts.
Parents and Scouts should not be surprised if a Scout is sent home to change into the proper uniform.
Uniform shirts must be tucked in at all times.
Camouflage
National BSA policy, and it's Congressional Charter forbids the imitation of US Army, Navy, or Marine
uniforms by members of the organization while participating in a BSA activity. Camouflage pants are
acceptable at appropriate times, when the class A or B uniform is not required. The wearing of other
camouflage gear, fatigues, or jump suites is discouraged.
Scout Shops
The nearest Scout Shop in the Tulsa area where you can purchase Scout uniforms and supplies:
Tulsa Scout Shop
4295 S. Garnett Road
Tulsa, OK
(918) 743-6125
HEALTH & CONSENT FORMS
All participants, including adults, in BSA activities must have a completed BSA health form on file
with the Troop. Troop 936 maintains these BSA Health Forms on file for one year and copies can be made to
take to activities like summer camp, high adventure camps, etc. It is a 3 part form and a pdf version is available
at the Troop level so adults can save it and print it out every year to complete with a physician. These forms are
confidential and kept secure. Copies of these forms are required to travel with participants on all activities and
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 24
will be maintained by activity adult leaders. Please complete and turn in a BSA Health Form As soon as you
son joins the Troop.
Troop 936 has an Activity Consent Form that must be filled out by ALL Scouts, adult & guest
participants attending any activity other than meetings. Activities include the Troop Family Ski Trip, campouts,
etc. Scouts, adults and guests must complete an Activity Consent Form to attend or participate in any activity.
Council, District and National Scout activities may also require their own specific consent and health forms.
AND FINALLY
You are joining a great organization that includes millions of adult leaders, interested parents, and the
BSA professional staff. Scouting is much more than enjoying the outdoors. Troop 936 has already been very
active and earned a good reputation for teaching leadership skills and community skills. Scouting also shows
the boys how they can keep themselves strong and healthy and make the most of school. With hard work and
dedication, your son will be able to serve as a leader in the Troop and advance in rank along the trail to Eagle,
and beyond!
Beyond anything else said in this package, the youth and us "Old Goats" are also in Scouting to have
fun!
“The most important object in Boy Scout training is to educate, not instruct.” –Baden-Powell
“A fisherman does not bait his hook with food he likes. He uses food the fish likes. So with boys.” –Baden-
Powell
“O God, help me to win, but in thy wisdom if thou willest me not to win, then O God, make me a good loser.”
–Baden-Powell
“C’mom, act like you’re alive there mate!” – Dan Ruskoski
“Let your son do it!” – Dan Ruskoski
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 25
PARENT/GUARDIAN FORM
PARENTS & GUARDIANS PLEASE HAVE YOUR SCOUT RETURN THIS FORM TO THE SCRIBE
_____ I have read and understand the Troop 936 Parent Guide
_____ I would like to volunteer for the Troop 936 Committee
_____ I would like to volunteer to be a Merit Badge Counselor
Parent/Guardian 1
Name: ______________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________ State: ________ Zip: ______________
Phone (____)_____ -_______ email: ____________________________________
Parent/Guardian 2
Name: ______________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________ State: ________ Zip: ______________
Phone (____)_____ -_______ email: ____________________________________
A number of notices will be sent by e-mail, if you have e-mail, please let us know what it is.
Parent/Guardian 1 email: ________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian 2 email: ________________________________________________________
SCOUT INFORMATION
Name: ______________________________________________________________
Date of Birth ____/____/______ BSA ID# _______________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________ State: ________ Zip: ______________
Phone (____)_____ -_______ email: ____________________________________
School: ______________________ Church/Synagogue: _____________________
Draft 3-24-2016
Boy Scout Troop 936 26
INDIVIDUAL BOY SCOUT MEMBERSHIP RECORD
Name:___________________________________________ Rank:_________________________
CUB SCOUTS
Cub Scout-from____/____/____ to ____/____/____ Webelos Scout-from____/____/____ to ____/____/____
Pack No.______ City_________________ State____ Received Arrow of Light? Yes / No
BOY SCOUTS
Became Boy Scout ____/____/____ Transferred in ____/____/____ Transferred from Troop No._______
Became Venturer ____/____/____ Became Explorer ____/____/____
Order of the Arrow
Election ____/____/____ Ordeal ____/____/____ Brotherhood ____/____/____ Vigil Honor ____/____/____
FROM PRIOR BSA TROOP
ATTENDANCE
(Dates, campout nights, resident camps, hikes, miles, hours of activities, awards, service projects, District/Council activities,
etc. Turn in separately for award tracking purposes)
PRIOR TROOP POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY
From To From To
Patrol Leader.................................... ____/____ ____/ ____ Venture Patrol Leader....................... ____/____ ____/ ____
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader........... ____/____ ____/ ____ Senior Patrol Leader ......................... ____/____ ____/ ____
Troop Guide ..................................... ____/____ ____/ ____ Order of the Arrow Troop Rep. ......... ____/____ ____/ ____
Den Chief.......................................... ____/____ ____/ ____ Scribe ............................................... ____/____ ____/ ____
Librarian........................................... ____/____ ____/ ____ Historian........................................... ____/____ ____/ ____
Quartermaster.................................. ____/____ ____/ ____ Bugler............................................... ____/____ ____/ ____
Junior Assistant Scoutmaster............ ____/____ ____/ ____ Chaplain Aide ................................... ____/____ ____/ ____
Instructor ......................................... ____/____ ____/ ____ Troop Webmaster............................. ____/____ ____/ ____
Leave No Trace Trainer..................... ____/____ ____/ ____
Other:__________________________________________ Other:____________________________________________
Other:__________________________________________ Other:____________________________________________
(Please send us ALL activity records from previous Scout Troop so we can apply it towards awards, etc.)
