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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME...... 2

I. Troop Meetings, Calendar, Website...... 2 Scout Meetings...... 2 Patrol Leaders Council...... 2 Adult Meetings/Committee...... 2 Venture Meetings...... 2

II. Dues & Fees………………………………………………2-3 Cost of Advancement...... Appendix A Payment of Dues ...... 3

III. Boy Scout Handbook...... 3

IV. Troop Organization & Leadership...... 3-6 Organizational Diagram...... Appendix B Adult Roster...... Appendix C

V. Advocate Delivery...... 6

VI. The Scout Uniform...... 6-7 Inspection Point System...... Appendix D

VII. Rank Advancement...... 7-9 Scout Spirit...... 8 Scoutmaster’s Conference...... 8 Board of Review...... 8 Star, Life, and Eagle Ranks……………………….8-9 VIII.Merit Badges……………………………………………..9-10

IX. Order of the Arrow...... 10

X. Outdoor Activities...... 11 Day Trips...... 11 Overnighters...... 11 Food Refunds...... 11 Summer Camp...... 11

XI. Training Programs...... 12 Junior Leader Training...... 12 IMPEESA...... 12 Adult Training…………………...... 12-13 04/07/18

SECOND TO NONE

WELCOME

Welcome to Boy Scout Troop 1575. We are an active Troop that is sponsored by the First Baptist Church of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Our Troop has been serving the community for over 40 years. Prior to 1997, the Naval Communications Detachment in Cheltenham, Maryland sponsored us.

There are many different things going on within the troop that are sure to meet the needs of the various age groups of youth members. In order to continue to provide a high-quality scouting program, we need the help of all of our parents. YOU will be welcome at committee meetings, parent meetings, Courts of Honor, and outings, just to name a few. So that you may keep up with our activities, we strongly recommend that at least one parent or guardian from each Scout family join the Troop Committee.

This handbook should be used as your reference to help you understand what we do in Troop 1575 and what we expect from your Scout.

I. TROOP MEETINGS

Most meetings are held in the Fellowship Hall at the First Baptist Church of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. . Scout Meetings - The boys usually meet every Tuesday from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. . Patrol Leaders Council - The boy leaders from each patrol meet the Monday before the last Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. . Adult Meetings - The Troop Committee meeting is held the last Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. . Venture Meetings - The Venture Meetings are as announced.

Troop Calendar - To help you keep up with our Troop activities, we have enclosed a calendar of our yearly plans. This calendar is updated at the monthly Patrol Leaders Council meetings, but the plans are fairly well laid out, and will require only minor changes, if any. Changes are announced through our monthly Troop 1575 Notes handout and emails.

Troop Web Site - The Troop’s Web site can be found at: http://troop1575.com.

II. DUES and FEES - took out joining fee

Annual dues are currently $50.00 per year covering the period from February through January. Families with additional siblings in the Troop will only pay $40.00 per year dues for second or third Scouts. This can be prorated from the date that you actually join.

The Troop asks that annual dues be paid by the second Tuesday in September of that year. You can pay the entire $50.00 or in two installments, we ask for the first payment of $25.00 before October 1st and the second payment of $25.00 by November 1st. 2 04/07/18

. Checks and money orders should always be made to Troop 1575. If you pay in cash, place it in an envelope with a note as to its purpose, who it is from and so forth. It should be given to Mr. Mark Hayes, the troop treasurer or Linda Nosalik (Granny).

III. BOY SCOUT HANDBOOK

The Boy Scout Handbook is a must for all Scouts. It is full of information on all aspects of Scouting. Parents should become familiar with the contents of the Handbook, since it contains the answers to many questions. In the front of the Handbook there is an insert titled, “How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse and Drug Abuse: A Parent’s Guide.” This booklet must be read by the parent (guardian) with the boy before the boy joins the Troop.

In the Handbook the Scout will keep his Advancement record. These record pages, located near the front and rear of the Handbook, are important because the Scout may not progress to the next rank without these pages being signed off. It is advisable for parents to periodically check the progress of their Scout’s sign-off pages and Merit Badge cards. It could prove invaluable in the future. To ensure the durability of the Handbook, protective plastic covers are available at the Scout Store in Bethesda, MD.

IV. TROOP ORGANIZATION and LEADERSHIP

An ‘operational’ diagram of the Troop’s structure is located in Appendix B. Additionally, the following paragraphs should help you to understand the way we operate. Please note that all adult positions in the Troop are “volunteer” positions.

Charter Organization - Sponsorship of our Troop has been granted to the First Baptist Church of Upper Marlboro, MD, by the Boy Scouts of America. The sponsor owns the unit and is responsible for providing the meeting place and adult leadership for the operation of our Troop.

Chartered Organization Representative (COR) - This adult is appointed by the sponsor, is registered with the Boys Scouts of America, and acts as the liaison between them, the Troop, the District, the Council, and the Boy Scouts of America.

Troop Committee - The Troop Committee is an adult group, including parents of our Scouts, approved by the sponsor to support and oversee the operation of the Troop. The Committee is led by a Committee Chairperson and has other appointed positions as needed, such as Secretary, Treasurer, Advancement Coordinator, Outdoor Activities Coordinator, etc. The Committee meets once a month, refer to page 2, Adult meetings.

Scoutmaster - The Scoutmaster is an adult leader, age 21 or over, who is dedicated to bringing learning, adventure, and fun to the Troop. The Scoutmaster’s duties include training and guiding boy leaders to run the Troop. He encourages the boys to grow by encouraging them to learn for themselves and he guides the boys in planning the Troop program. In addition, he conducts Scoutmaster conferences with each boy as they progress in rank. He discusses and encourages

3 04/07/18 each boy’s advancement and encourages the showing of Scout Spirit in his everyday lives. Additionally, the Scoutmaster works closely with others in the chain of Troop operations, such as the junior leaders and the Patrol Leaders’ Council, the Assistant Scoutmasters, the Troop Committee, and through the Committee the Chartered Organization Representative and the Chartered Organization.

Assistant Scoutmasters - There are several Assistant Scoutmasters in this Troop. They are adult leaders who provide adult guidance in the Troop as assigned by the Scoutmaster. In addition, they help the Scoutmaster with a variety of tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the Troop.

Junior Assistant Scoutmasters - Scouts who are 16 and 17 years old, who have achieved the rank or Eagle, Life, or Star and who express an interest to the Scoutmaster are eligible to become Junior Assistant Scoutmasters. The Scoutmaster trains Junior Assistant Scoutmasters to supervise and support other boy leaders according to the interest and time of the Junior Assistant Scoutmaster and the needs of the Troop. Junior Assistant Scoutmasters report to the Scoutmaster.

Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) - The Senior Patrol Leader is an experienced older scout, First Class or higher, who is elected by all the Scouts of the Troop to provide boy leadership and run the Troop. His duties include chairing the PLC meeting; with guidance from the Scoutmaster, develop plans for and presides over all Troop activities, and is at the top of the calling list when information must be passed by phone to members of the Troop.

Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL) - There are one or more Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders that are selected by the SPL. The ASPL is responsible for training and giving direct leadership to the following appointed junior leaders: Librarian, Troop Historian, Instructor, Quartermaster, and Cheermaster. He approves all skits, skills, and games for Troop activities and assists the Senior Patrol Leader at Troop meetings and activities. Additionally, he takes over Troop leadership in the absence of the Senior Patrol Leader.

Patrol Leader - The Patrol Leader is elected by the members of his patrol for a term of 6 months, with the exception of the New Scout Patrol. The Patrol Leader takes the lead in planning and steering regular patrol meetings and activities. He helps patrol members advance and may teach Scouting skills. He represents his patrol on the Patrol Leaders’ Council and reports to the patrol the decisions of the council.

Assistant Patrol Leader - The Assistant Patrol Leader is also appointed by the Patrol Leader for a term of 6 months, except for the New Scout Patrol. His duty is to serve when the Patrol Leader cannot. He may also carry out special tasks assigned by the Patrol Leader.

Troop Guide - The Troop Guide is an older Scout, First Class or above, who is assigned to a New Scout Patrol. His duties are to work closely with the Patrol Leader and Patrol Advisor of the New Scout Patrol and to teach the patrol members the skills required to achieve First Class rank. He is also a member of the Patrol Leaders’ Council.

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Troop Instructor - The Troop Instructor is an older Scout, First Class or above, who is responsible for teaching scout craft skills as needed within the Troop or in patrols.

Troop Quartermaster - The Quartermaster, also an older Scout, works with the Troop Committee Member responsible for equipment and is responsible to the ASPL. The Quartermaster’s duties include keeping records of patrol and Troop equipment, issuing the equipment, and ensuring it remains in good repair. He also suggests new items or replacement of old items. He works under the guidance of the ASPL.

Troop Cheermaster - The Troop Cheermaster is an older Scout, who is responsible for leading the Troop in cheers during scouting events and at Troop meetings. He encourages Scout Spirit in the Troop and encourages patrols to do patrol cheers. He is responsible to the ASPL.

Troop Librarian - The Troop Librarian is an older Scout who is responsible to the ASPL. His duties are to establish and maintain the Troop library. He keeps records on literature owned by the Troop and adds new or replacement items as needed. Additionally, he ensures Merit Badge Books are up-to-date available for borrowing at Troop meetings and follows up on late returns. Periodically he goes through the Merit Badge Books to pull out older versions.

Troop Historian - The Troop Historian, an older Scout, is responsible to the ASPL. His duties are to gather pictures and facts about past and current activities of the Troop and keep them in scrapbooks, wall displays, or information files. He takes care of Troop trophies and keepsakes. Additionally, he make sure the Troop has a picture of each scout member, he keeps information about Troop alumni, and he keeps an album of Advocate articles.

Chaplain Aide - The Chaplain Aide’s specific duties are to assist with religious services at Troop activities and lead the Troop in prayer during Troop activities and meetings. He encourages saying grace before meals while on outings or camping. He makes sure religious holidays are considered during Troop program planning and helps plan for religious observation in the Troop program. He is responsible to the ASPL.

Troop Scribe/Uniform Inspection - The Troop Scribe/Uniform Inspection duties include instructing Patrol Scribes on how to do uniform inspections and ensuring those inspections are being done at all troop and patrol meetings. He is an older Scout and is responsible to the ASPL.

Patrol - Each boy is placed into a group of approximately 6-8 boys called a ‘patrol’. Each patrol has their own elected leaders. Patrols have their own activities in addition to Troop activities. Each patrol determines their patrol name, flag, and cheer, thereby giving the patrol a special competitiveness within the Troop.

New Scout Patrol - New scouts are placed together in a patrol and given special attention so that they are able to get a firm grasp of the skills needed to be a First Class Scout. These Scouts rotate monthly through their patrol leadership positions so that they all become equally acquainted with the responsibility of leadership duties. All of their activities are designed to meet these needs.

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Venture Patrol Program - Older Scouts (13 years old and older) who are First Class Rank may take part in our Venture patrol program, which sets various High Adventure Themes throughout the year.

Patrol Leaders’ Council (PLC) - The Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) is comprised of the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL), Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL), Patrol Leader (PL), Assistant Patrol Leader (APL), Troop Guide, the Scoutmaster, and others who are invited as needed. Led by the Senior Patrol Leader, the PLC plans, evaluates and makes decisions about the conduct of the Troop meetings, activities, outdoor program, and reviews monthly patrol reports. The PLC shares ideas that come from the patrols and then comes up with a Troop plan of activities for the upcoming month(s). The Scoutmaster is the liaison between the PLC and the Troop Committee.

V. ADVOCATE DELIVERY (Marlton Community Newsletter)

We deliver the Marlton Advocate 6 times per year. Advocate delivery is an obligation, not an optional activity. Failure to participate on a regular basis could result in an additional Troop fee for the non-participating scout. A Scout’s level of participation will be taken into account during Boards of Review for advancement in rank. Boys should do four out of six Advocate deliveries in a year, or two out of three if advancement is less than a year, in order to advance. This is our major fundraiser. All Scouts are required to participate. Delivery of the Advocate on a Saturday every other month only takes a few hours, 6 times a year. This activity pays for many Troop expenses.

A careful record is kept of attendance at meetings, activities, and Advocate Deliveries. It is the Scout’s responsibility to make sure that he is on the list of having participated in the delivery of the Advocate each time.

VI. THE SCOUT UNIFORM

The Scout uniform is a sign of Scout Spirit, pride and unity. It represents over 100 years of American character building. True Scouts are proud of their uniform and what it stands for. Scouts are required to wear some form of the Scout uniform to all Scout related events.

What is the Scout Uniform? The complete ‘Class A’ uniform consists of the official Troop cap, Scout shirt, Scout pants, Scout belt, Scout socks, and Troop neckerchief. The ‘Class B’ uniform consists of TroopT-shirt, Scout pants or shorts, Scout socks, Scout belt and Troop cap.

When to wear the Scout Uniform? The Scout uniform should be worn to all Troop activities, unless otherwise advised. The complete Class A uniform must be worn to all Boards of Review, Courts of Honor, and meetings with Merit Badge Counselors. The Merit Badge Sash could be worn at all events and should be worn to Courts of Honors.

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Where do I get the Scout Uniform? The Scout Shops located in Bethesda, MD and Springfield, VA is the best places for all of your Scouting supplies. However, a local store called Beacons in Waldorf, MD also carries a limited supply of scouting items. You can also buy scout uniforms on line at www.scoutstuff.org. In addition, our Troop maintains a collection of pre-owned uniform parts for the use of our members. Local Thrift Stores also have bargains in pre-owned uniforms.

Uniform Inspections There will be a uniform inspection in patrol corners at every troop/patrol meetings. Scouts must have a score of 4 out of a total score of 6 points in order to pass. The Scout shirt or Troop T- shirt is mandatory to pass inspection (depending on the PLC decision of Class A or B uniform). Careful record is kept of uniform inspection in order to be fair when Boards of Review evaluate Scout Spirit. Each boy is responsible for ensuring they are inspected at Troop meetings. (See Appendix D).

Patches Where do all of those patches go???? Some patches are a permanent part of the uniform. In the Boy Scout Handbook, inside the front and back covers, are illustrations for the correct placement of most patches. Each time a Scout advances in rank the new badge of rank replaces the old one. So there is a constant sewing on and cutting off of patches.

Patches that are received for trips, hikes, camporees, etc. are temporary patches and are usually worn temporarily until another patch comes along. Only one temporary patch may be worn at a time. It is sewn onto the right hand shirt pocket. Some Scouts purchase a plastic holder for temporary patches. The plastic holder has a buttonhole and is worn over the right pocket. This makes changing patches easy.

Merit Badge Sash For Courts of Honor and other full dress occasions (e.g. Webelos bridging ceremonies and color guards) the Merit Badge Sash must be worn. Merit badges are sewn on in rows of three in any order. The Venture ‘V’ may also be worn on the Merit Badge sash. The Merit Badge Sash may not be worn until the Scout has earned three merit badges.

VII. RANK ADVANCEMENT

Advancement in Scouting is designed to let a boy move ahead at his own pace. Rather than competing against others, he challenges himself to reach goals. The rate of advancement depends on the Scout. There are seven ranks from Boy Scout through Eagle Scout. The specific requirements for each rank can be found in the Boy Scout Handbook. Once all of the requirements for a new rank have been accomplished and signed off in the Scout’s Handbook by the Assistant Scoutmaster designated as his Patrol Advisor, the Scout needs to meet with the Scoutmaster for a Scoutmaster’s Conference, which will determine Scout Spirit.

Scout Spirit and the Scoutmaster’s Conference Scout Spirit means living up to the Oath and the Law of Scouting. It also includes doing your fair share of the work on outings, being courteous and attentive to leaders and other Scouts when they

7 04/07/18 are speaking, wearing the appropriate uniform at the proper time, and participating in the Advocate delivery on a regular basis. In order to show proper Scout Spirit a scout should attend 60% of the Troop meetings and at least 6 outdoor activities each year. You will be asked about these things at the Scoutmaster’s Conference and at your Board of Review. The Troop Committee may address problems with Scout Spirit before a Scout advances in rank.

Board of Review When the Scoutmaster’s Conference is completed, the Scout notifies the Advancement Chairperson and he/she will make arrangements for a Board of Review. The Board of Review consists of an adult panel of Troop Committee Members and/or parents. A Board of Review may require the Scout to talk in some detail about what he did to earn the rank; it is not a retest of his skills. Samples of the type of questions the Scout might be asked at a Board of Review are available from the Scoutmaster. The sample sheets are arranged by rank so be sure to pick up the correct one for the rank the Scout is attempting to earn. The Scout uniform must be worn at the Board of Review. Boys should do four out of six Advocate deliveries in a year, or two out of three if advancement is less than a year, in order to advance. It is the responsibility of the Board of Review group to ensure that the boys have met this requirement. The Board of Review team should also check the participation of the scout. Boys may not advance unless this requirement is met.

Star, Life, and Eagle Ranks - A Service Project What is it? Service project work is going outside of your daily routine to provide assistance to an individual, a group, or a community in need. You are never compensated for service work. You must always have your service project approved by the Scoutmaster before you start the work. If no adult Troop leader is present during the project, you must provide written acknowledgement from the benefiting party that the necessary hours were spent on the project. The number of service hours required varies with each rank. Consult the Boy Scout Handbook.

Leadership Leadership is required for the Star, Life, and Eagle ranks. As soon as you advance to First Class and each subsequent rank, immediately contact your Patrol Advisor or Scoutmaster. Let them know that you are ready for a leadership position.

Letters of Recommendation Eagle ranks have a requirement for Letters of Recommendation. For Eagle, you must provide five. References should be from people who know you outside of scouting. They cannot be relatives. Names and addresses need to be given or emailed to the troop activities secretary. These Letters of Recommendation must be sent directly to the Scoutmaster in a sealed envelope. The Scout should not see his Letters of Recommendation.

Eagle Scout After a Scout has earned the Life rank where he receives the Troop 1575-Life to Eagle Check Off Sheet, he may begin specific work toward Eagle. Of course, as Scouting involves a progression through ranks, a boy begins working toward Eagle when he earns his first rank. The requirements for Eagle are set forth in the Boy Scout Handbook, but a few additional words seem necessary. The required Merit Badges must be earned. It does not matter how many merit badges a Scout has earned above the total of twenty-one, no one receives Eagle unless all of the required merit badges are earned. Many Scouts may feel intimidated by the required Service project. A Scout has participated in service projects many times before reaching this point. The

8 04/07/18 difference here is that an Eagle candidate must propose, plan, and lead the project through its completion. The object is for the Scout to demonstrate leadership ability. The project does not have to be original, nor does it have to consume a specific number of man-hours.

The first step after consulting with the Scoutmaster is to meet with the Eagle Scout Service Project Advisor, who is a member of the Troop Committee. The Eagle Scout Service Project Advisor will provide the Service Project workbook along with advice on how to complete the paperwork. This workbook is available at the troop website. The Troop Committee Chairperson, Scoutmaster, and the District Representative must approve the project before work is begun. Once completed, the project must be written up in a detailed description and include a written statement about the leadership skills learned. An Eagle application (available at our website) is completed and reviewed by the Troop Committee and District Representative. Once approved the District Representative informs the Troop Advancement Chairman to set up a Board of Review, which he will be an active member of that Board. After the review, the Scout’s Eagle application is submitted to the National Scout Headquarters via the local Council for review by the National Board of Review. After the National Board of Review, the Eagle Award is given by the National Office. No plans are to be made for recognition ceremony until the Eagle Notebook has returned from the National Office in Texas. The most important thing to remember about the Eagle requirements are that they are to be done entirely by the boy.

Court of Honor Rank patches will be given to Scouts at Troop Boards of Review. Approximately three times a year the Troop holds a special Court of Honor to publicly recognize the Scouts’ achievements over the previous months. All parents and family are highly encouraged to attend. All Scouts are expected to attend unless there is a serious conflict. It is important to be there, not only to support and congratulate fellow Scouts but also to help your patrol with its duties for the evening. The scout class “A” uniform must be worn at the Court of Honor. Special Courts of Honor are held for achieving the Eagle Rank.

VIII. MERIT BADGES

BSA Policy Statement – A vital part of the BSA’s advancement plan, the merit badge program is one of Scouting’s basic character-building tools. Through participation in the program a Scout acquires the kind of self-confidence that comes only from overcoming obstacles to achieve a goal and providing a young man with invaluable career, physical and interpersonal skills.

The Merit Badge program is an important part of the Boy Scout Advancement program. At the present time there are over 121 badges covering vocational and advocational fields. Many boys over the years have picked a professional field of interest or started a life long hobby through the Merit Badge program. Merit Badges must be earned for Star, Life, and Eagle ranks. Some badges are required while others are optional.

Procedures for Earning Merit Badges 1. The Scout contacts the Troop Committee Advancement Person. He will receive a blue card and the name of an appropriate merit Badge Counselor. If the counselor can’t help the Scout at that time, the Scout must return to the Troop Committee Advancement Person for a second Merit Badge Counselor. This process helps the Troop Advancement Person with his/her

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future selections. The Scout should not work on the Merit Badge until he contacts the counselor. 2. The Scout has the card initialized by the Scoutmaster. This helps the Scoutmaster keep track of the Scouts advancement process. 3. The Scout then contacts the Merit Badge Counselor. The Scout, not the parent, should make contact with the counselor. The Scout needs to learn how to contact other people and set up meetings. 4. The Scout works with the Merit Badge Counselor until the counselor verifies completion. 5. The Scout returns completed blue card to the Troop Committee Advancement Person. The Scout should make sure the counselor has signed everything on his card. The Advancement Person will process the Merit Badge and return to the scout his portion of the card. 6. The Merit Badge Patch and card will be awarded at the following Court of Honor. 7. Group Merit Badges will be announced at a Troop meeting after approval by the Troop Committee and the Scoutmaster.

Special Notes on Merit Badges . Parents should never let a Scout meet with the counselor one-on-one (alone). The Scout should always go with a buddy, relative, or friend. If a counselor suggests meeting alone, immediately report this to the Troop Committee Advancement Person and the Scoutmaster. . Character building and self-confidence are an important process of the Merit Badge process, therefore the National Capital Area Council Advancement Committee and our Troop recommends that a Scout should not use a Merit Badge Counselor for more than three Merit Badges. . Our Troop prefers that parents should not counsel any Eagle Required Merit Badges for their son.

IX. ORDER OF THE ARROW (OA)

This is a Brotherhood of Cheerful Service that is a part of the Scout program for honor campers. Its purpose involves fostering camping traditions, spirit, and providing service to others in various ways. The Order is steeped in Indian lore. Scouts are elected to membership in ‘OA’ by other Scouts in the Troop, making membership an honor that few receive. Order of the Arrow membership is shown by wearing the ‘OA’ pocket patch on the right pocket flap of the uniform shirt. Requirements for election are that a Scout not be 18 years old at the time of election; have spent 15 days and nights camping, including at least one long term camping experience; be First Class in rank, be approved by the Scoutmaster; be elected by at least 50% of the active registered Scouts present at the election; and complete his Ordeal (induction weekend) within one year. Order of the Arrow members are often visible at public functions directing traffic and helping people. They are easily identified by the white sash with a red arrow that they wear when conducting service. Scouts in the Order of the Arrow may wear their ‘OA’ sash only when participating in ‘OA’ events. Adult Scouters are also eligible for election to the Order; the Troop Committee nominates them.

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X. OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Day Trips A permission slip is always required to assist the leader in preparing tour permits. At the bottom of the permission slip is an information section for the parent to cut off and keep. It will list the day, times for dropping off and picking up, along with the cost and special information. Because of the nature of some trips, a call from the driver will be needed to you for the exact time to pick up. A Scout is expected to present himself, on time, properly outfitted and equipped for the planned activity. Remember to be on time, our Scouts leave promptly at their stated departure time. When dropping off your scout, please do not leave until you are sure an adult leader from the Troop is present. Please be prompt picking up your scout. The Troop plans an active outdoor activity at least once a month. Patrols also have separate activities.

Troop Overnighters A permission slip is always required to assist the leader in preparing tour permits. A Scout is expected to present himself on time, properly outfitted and equipped for the trip. Proper precautions for weather conditions will always be discussed with the boys beforehand, it is also helpful to consult the Boy Scout Handbook.

The responsibility for food shopping for each trip will rotate from boy to boy within a patrol. (Everyone must take a turn.) Because this can sometimes be costly, all food money must be paid no later than three days before departure. (For example, if departure is Friday, the money must be in on Tuesday.)

Food Refunds Food money can’t be refunded unless the Scout contacts the food buyer at least three days prior to the departure date for a trip. Once the food has been purchased, no refunds will be made.

Summer Camp Summer Camp is a time-honored tradition in Scouting. It is a time when the Troop, patrols, and individual Scouts can grow together and practice the ideals of Scouting in a concentrated way. Our Troop participates in long-term summer camp, (7 days and nights); most often at Camp Bowman, part of the Goshen Scout Camps. This is a council facility near Staunton, Virginia. We generally attend summer camp on a mid-week of July.

Summer Camp is an excellent opportunity for the boys to earn Merit Badges, work on skills they would like to improve, and have a great time with other boys from the Troop. More information will be given for camp planning during the year and will be provided prior to the boy going to camp.

XI. TRAINING PROGRAMS

Several forms of training are available to Scouts and adults. Training equips you with the knowledge you need to make our Troop the best that it can be.

Junior Leadership Training (JLT) Junior leaders, the boys who run the Troop, receive training from the Senior Patrol Leader and Scoutmaster each time they are elected or appointed to a new leadership position. Elected junior 11 04/07/18 leaders normally serve a term of six months. The Senior Patrol Leader recommends a staff of junior leaders to help run the Troop. Junior Leader Training is usually conducted twice a year, after the elections and Troop leader appointments. However, the Scoutmaster and Assistants provide ongoing training. During this training the boys will be introduced to the eleven leadership principles:

1. Communicating 7. Sharing Leadership 2. Setting the Example 8. Representing the Group 3. Knowing & Using the Resources of the Group 9. Counseling 4. Knowing the Needs of the Group 10. Effective Teaching 5. Planning 11. Evaluating/Reflecting 6. Controlling the Group

IMPEESA- Advanced Junior Leader Training Scouts who are at least 14 years old, achieved 1st Class rank, and are recommended by the Scoutmaster are eligible for this training. This is a week-long course taught in the summer. It places the attendee in a “patrol” formed with other Scouts from the National Capital Area Council. During the course each Scout Junior Leader is challenged to understand and apply the eleven leadership principles and his Scouting knowledge to resolve the problems faced by his patrol. Extensive scoutcrafts and leadership skills are taught during this course, which the Scout is required to bring back and utilize within his Troop.

Adult Training (Parents and Adult Leaders) Understanding the Boy Scout program and leadership principles will help you when you’re asked to help the Troop. Much of this knowledge is not limited to the time you’re part of a Boy Scout Troop, but can be used in your job, civic and religious aspects of life. Adults, whether registered as leaders or not, are encouraged to take at least three levels of training to become familiar with the Boy Scout program. The first is called “New Leaders Essentials.” New Leaders Essentials covers Troop Organization, the Troop Meeting, and the Outdoor Program.

The second is called “Boy Scout Leader Specific Training,” and is offered by the Tayac District each spring and fall. As adults, you are placed in a “patrol” and given a Scouts-eye view of basic Troop organization, roles and responsibilities, and the third training is “Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills”, which is a taste of Scout skills training and the outdoor program. This three-part training occurs over one Saturday morning, one Saturday, and one weekend (Friday evening and Saturday) in the local area.

Adult leaders who have completed these three programs and have a good working knowledge of Troop organization and patrol operations are eligible for “Woodbadge” training. Woodbadge is taught by an experienced Scouter Staff. During the course the adult leaders are challenged to understand and apply leadership skills and his/her knowledge to resolve the problems faced within their assigned patrol. Additional training can be received through the University of Scouting, Train the Trainer classes, and at Roundtables. Contact the Scoutmaster for further information or to sign up.

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Adults with direct contact should take “Youth Protection” training with scouts. It is available at the NCAC website, www.boyscouts-ncac.org.

As of January 1, 2011 the New Leaders Essentials, Boys Scout Leader Specific Training, Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills and Youth Protections is required for all direct contact adult leaders.

CONCLUSION This handbook is meant to tell Scouts and their parents all or at least most of the bits and pieces of information everyone wants to know about the “who, what, when, where, why, and how of Troop 1575. Never hesitate to ask a question, seek aid, help out, or offer an opinion.

Appendix A Cost to the Troop

Cost of Rank Advancement (Scout - First Class) (First Class - Eagle)

BSA Registration $15.00 $75.00 BSA Registration for Adult $15.00 $75.00 Boys Life Magazine $12.00 $60.00 Troop Scarf $ 7.00 Troop Hat $ 7.00 World Crest $ 1.49 Anniversary Ring $ 1.49 Council Patch $ 2.05 Red Shoulder Loops $ 2.49

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Handbook $ 9.99 #1575 $ 4.15 Patrol Patch $ 1.99 $ 1.99 2 Leadership Patches ($2.59 ea.) $ 5.18 $ 10.36 Quality Unit Patch (1.39 each) $ 1.39 $ 6.95 (5 patches) Trained Patch $ 1.39 Good Turn Coin $ 3.99 Toten’ Chip Patch $ 1.49 Toten’ Chip Card $ 0.12 Firem’ Chit Card $ 0.12 4 Rank Patches ($1.59 ea.) $ 6.36 $ 9.54 4 Mother Pins ($1.29 ea.) $ 5.16 $ 10.31 C & O Canal Patch & 2 Rockers $ 3.60 $ 2.40 (3 Additional Rockers) Antietam Patch $ 3.00 4 Merit Badges ($2.29 ea.) $ 9.16 $48.09 (21 Merit Badges) 4 Blue Merit Badge Cards ($0.12 ea.) $ 0.48 $ 3.60 (30 Cards) 4 Merit Badge Cards ($0.12 ea.) $ 0.48 $ 2.52 (21 Cards) National Honor Patrol Stars $ 0.99 $ 3.96 (4 stars) Venture V $ 5.75 Venture Strip $ 1.49 Venture Pins (3 X 2.49) $ 7.47

Total = $121.17 $318.87

Updated 3/22/2010

TROOP 1575

UNIFORM INSPECTION POINT SYSTEM

A Scout needs a minimum of four (4) points to pass

Class A uniform Class B uniform

Scout Shirt 1 point

Troop T-shirt 1.5 points

Scout Pants/Short 1 point 1 point

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Troop Neckerchief & Slide .5 point

Boy Scout Handbook 1 point 1 point

Troop/Boy Scout Cap .5 .5

Scout Belt .5 .5

Scout Socks .5 .5

Scout Identification (ID) Card .5 .5

Present .5 .5

Maximum Total = 6 points

No points will be recorded for Scouts not in uniform.