Boy Troop 187 “A Knot Above The Best”

2018 Table of Contents

1. Welcome to BSA Troop 187

2. BSA Health and Safety Forms-REQUIRED

-Medical Form Instructions -Sample copy of BSA Parts A, B, C

3. Rank Advancement Service Hours Leadership

4.Summer Camp & Troop Outings

-Importance of Summer Camp -Summer Camp Packing Checklist -Summer Camp Camping Box

5.Who’s Who in Troop 187 Welcome to BSA Troop 187

Welcome to Troop 187 of the Tohickon District of Washington Crossing Council! Here is some brief information about our Troop and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Scout Master, Assistant Scout Masters, Troop Committee Members, Scouts and or other parents. We strive for open communication at all levels of involvement.

MEETINGS

Troop 187 Troop Meetings: Weekly Thursday meetings at Living Hope Community Church in Dublin PA (Rte 313 & Quarry Road). The meetings start at 7:00pm and typically end at 8:30pm. Attendance is important in order to fully participate in Troop activities and to be active within a Patrol.

Troop 187 Committee Meetings: Held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Forrest Lodge VFW Post #245, 2118 Old Bethlehem Pike, Sellersville PA. All parents are welcome to attend and participate and provide feedback about the Troop.

TROOP COMMUNICATION

Our Website: www.bsa187.org Our Troop website is www.bsa187.org. Please feel free to review for overall troop information.

Our Troop Database: TroopMaster Troop 187 utilizes TroopMaster software which is accessible to all registered scouts, parents and leaders. General information can be reviewed, with the exception of troop-defined restricted data (e.g.medical data, etc.). Once registered within Troop, you will receive a username and auto-generated passwork to log into system. Each scout must have their own email address to be able to access the system. We highly advise that the parents work with the new scouts to understand the emailing process and identify a personal email address of troop contact and access to our weekly emails, trip information and newsletters. Parents are recommended to also have their own, as emails are sometimes to directed to parents only. Login to TroopMaster is https://tmweb.troopmaster.com/Login/PickSite. Please contact The TroopMaster Registrar, Michelle Mehlbaum, to receive your username and password for login at [email protected] or 484-574-0828.

Our Troop Facebook Page: Like us on Facebook “Boy Scout Troop 187, Dublin Pa” To showcase our trips, we have a dedicated Facebook Page. Please request to be added and our Facebook Administrator will add you to the page.

Troop Dues: $45 Due in November. Please see our Budget Coordinator for payment and details.

Troop Trips: Our troop plans overnight and day trips based on feedback from the 187 scouts. We want our scouts to learn, exhibit leadership skills, do new tasks, and help each other during outings, in addition to having a great time. All activities are planned a year in advance by Troop Trip Committee based on scout and parent feedback. All activities can be found in TroopMaster once you have access. We electronically RSVP so leaders can get accurate counts and parents can pay for trips using PayPal if desired.

REGISTRATION

In order to help streamline the registration process, please read and follow the instructions below. If you have any questions completing forms, please do not hesitate to contact Michele Mehlbaum at [email protected].

If you are new to (not formally a ), please complete a Registration Form, a BSA Medial Form, and submit your registration payment of 45$ (check payable to Troop 187). BSA Medical Forms should be filled out with detailed information as stated in medical section of binder.

If you are a crossover (coming from Cub Scouts), please compete transfer paperwork & a BSA Medical Form with detailed information as stated in medical section of binder. No dues payment at this time as your payment was given as a part of your Pack.

We must have all forms and payment BEFORE your scout participates in Troop 187 activities. In addition to the information already requested on the Registration Form, we also request the following information for our Troop Database. You may attach to the registration form, or provide an attachment and email to [email protected]. -Scout nickname or preferred name (ex. Matthew may prefer “Matt) -Scout email-all scouts are asked to have their own email address -Scout phone number (if scout has a cell phone) -Scout T-Shirt Size (adult sizes) -Additional parent or guardian name -Additional parent or guardian phone numbers and email address. -Additional person for emergency contact (someone other than parent/guardian noted above)

UNIFORMS

When registered. Your scout will receive 187 shoulder numerals, green loops for shoulder epaulettes, neckerchief, handbook and a Troop 187 Class B T-shirt. Your scout will also receive a Patrol Patch when patrols are formed.

Your scout will need to purchase the following at Washington Council Crossing Council Store located in Doylestown. Directions and store hours can be found on council website www.washingtoncrossingbsa.org.

Washington Council Crossing Council Store 1 Scout Way Doylestown Pa 18902

-Class A Shirt -A neckerchief slide -A belt (buy a larger size) -Council shoulder patch -Green Sash (for merit badges) -Switchback pants (buy a little larger and keep a generous hem on pants)

You may purchase additional Class B T-shirts for 7$ (we recommend having 3-4 on hand, especially for summer camp). We have older cotton versions for 5$ until sold out. We also have Troop 187 sweatshirts for sale. To purchase additional t – shirts or sweatshirts, contact Kristen McAloon at [email protected].

Feel free to purchase a t-shirt or sweatshirt for other family members. We get asked about hiking backpacks a lot! Please don’t invest in one yet. We will let you know when it is time for your scout to purchase additional equipment and we will offer recommendations.

MEDICAL FORMS

There are 2 medical forms in use by ; PART A All Scouting Events (Parts A and B) Informed Consent, Release Agreement and Authorization -Hold harmless section and informed consent of risks, etc. and permission to participate. -Permission to release medical condition information to BSA leaders/volunteers, ie, allergies, needs for medications, etc. -Permission to use photo/video/file/ electronic representation by BSA and our troop for use on website or group Facebook page. -Authorization of Adults who CAN Take and Who CANNOT take your child to events. This is an important section as it specifies the particular people authorized to transport your child to and from an outing or meeting-if you enter a specific name, then that will limit who can drive your child.

We kindly ask that you designate the following information: “ANY REGISTERED TROOP 187 AUTHORIZED LEADER/PARENT”, this will allow us to have different drivers attending various outings or meetings.

PART B The Resident Summer Camp or Scout Events 72 hrs or longer to be used for any provisional or troop summer resident camping trips (Parts A, B, and C) General Information/ Health History-filled and signed out as noted per instructions in medical portion of binder.

Our troop asks that you fill out the forms online as they are PDF fill-in forms. After filling in the medical history, print 2 copies each of Parts A and B, sign and submit back to troop. VOLUNTEERING

The troop relies upon a large number of volunteers. Parent participation is welcomed and encouraged, though not a requirement. Most outings have a large number of Scouts and we need parents to drive the scouts to or from the event. Particularly, we welcome those who can assist in driving the troop trailer and camping boxes on various trips. The minimum requirement necessary to participate as a driver is a vehicle, insurance and a valid driver’s license. All adult volunteers must complete the BSA Mandatory Youth Protection Training online. The training takes about 30 minutes to complete and must be renewed every two (2) years. Parents who wish to attend the scout trips must complete leadership training through the Washington Crossing Council. It requires a weekend of training and some online courses. Training can be arranged directly with the Washington Crossing Council, and must be recorded with the troop training coordinator. Additional clearances will need to be on file specific to Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Fingerprint-Based Background Check/ Waiver. Please contact Kristen McAloon ([email protected]) for any questions regarding trainings and/or clearances.

Another welcome fact about the parents in our Troop is that many of them are current or former Den Leaders or Cub Masters and yet have not registered to become a scouter in our Troop. We welcome you to the Troop and please take your time to enjoy getting to know troop after volunteering for years in Cub Scouts. Please feel free to attend meetings and outings and sit back and enjoy learning as we understand this is a new experience for you and your son. We welcome you to register as scouters if you interested as bringing a continual source of new enthusiasm to the Troop continues to be important to growing Troop 187.

Anyone who wants to be a registered Scouter in the Troop must first complete all training required to be fully “Trained” as a Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster. (2- 3 Internet courses plus a weekend overnight camping course.) In addition, Severe Weather Hazards and Troop Committee Challenge internet courses must be completed.

We strive to be a Scout Run Troop through the EDGE method utilized by leadership. We encourage our volunteers to support scouts as they grow and learn from their mistakes while being supported. Adults should never lead but should instead mentor or coach. We ask that if your son does not have his own email address or cell phone then you are responsible to forward any messages sent his way via your email or phone. The troop supports parent decisions in this area as monitoring social media and computer use as the scouts need to be monitored in these areas as young scouts.

If your son happens to be, at times, immature, irresponsible, or unaccountable – well, those are the exact traits that our Troop will work on improving as your young son grows and develops into a responsible, mature, and trustworthy young adult in Troop 187.

Further Questions: Please feel free to ask any questions or talk about concerns. We are a “Troop 187 Family” and your feedback helps us to grow stronger. Welcome to the family….

Medical Form Instructions Troop 187

The BSA FAQ should be read before filling out the new form! http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/Resources/MedicalFormFAQs.aspx

When completing the form, please review the following: The above FAQ page has a link to a populatable form. Typed forms are GREATLY APPRECIATED, to the fullest extent possible. The information is important yet ​ USELESS if your handwriting is hard to read, especially at night in an emergency. ​

Part A: 1. First page, right column, please check “None” on restrictions, or list them. 2. Scout and Parent needs to sign and date is needed. 3. “Adults Authorized to Take to and From Events:” Please write down: “Any ​ Registered and Trained Troop 187 Scouter”. Please list any non-Scouter ​ relatives, friends, or neighbors that you wish. 4. “Adults NOT Authorized to Take Youth To and From Events:” list names if needed (rare), otherwise put “N/A” here. 5. You cannot leave “Allergies or Reaction to:” or “Medications” blank. If there are none write “None”.

Part B: 1. Unit leader is “Matt Vaneman” ​ ​ 2. Council name/No. is “Washington Crossing Council” ​ 3. Unit # is “187” ​ ​ 4. “In case of emergency, notify the person below:” For name, please put ​ ​ “Parents & ______”. Do NOT put parents down as primary or alternate ​ emergency contact! Parents WILL BE the first parties notified, of course. ​ However, we want 2 alternates even though the form only asks for 1. (Parents need to check the Troop Roster Database at www.bsa187.org to make sure ​ ​ that we have home/work/cell phone numbers for both parents!) 5. Please make sure that any non-parent emergency contacts are also named on Part A under the authorized transportation section. 6. “Current” is not an acceptable answer for the Immunizations section; many summer camps will not accept Scouts with just “Current” in lieu of dates.

Part C: (Medical exam needed for outings over 72 hours like summer camp, NYLT, etc.) ​ 1. Please make sure there is a date. 2. Please make sure doctor’s name is legible, particularly the phone number. ​ ​ 3. “Specify restrictions (if none, so state)”. If none, write “none”; don’t leave blank! ​ ​

Part D: 1. There is no Part D but front & BACK of your insurance card MUST be copied!

TWO COPIES ARE REQUIRED! ​ ​

PLEASE keep the original with the understanding that you likely may need it at some point. Do NOT hand in the original to anyone! (Live and learn here…) ​ ​ ​

Troop 187 Advancement Guide for Scouts and Parents

This guide was prepared to help scouts and parents develop a beer understanding of the Boy Scout advancement process as well as the Troop 187 specic advancement procedures and requirements.

Boy Scouts of America Four Steps in Advancement A Boy Scout advances from Scout to Eagle rank by doing ac$vi$es with his patrol and troop, with his leaders and on his own. Boy Scout advancement is a straigh&orward maer when the four steps outline below are observed and integrated into troop programming:

The Scout Learns Scout learns by doing, and as he learns, he grows in his ability to do his part as a member of the patrol and troop. As he develops knowledge and skill, he is asked to teach others; and in this way he learns and develops leadership.

The Scout is Tested The unit leader authorizes those who may test and pass the scout on rank requirements. They might include Troop Guides, Assistant/Senior Patrol Leaders, older Scouts and Assistant Scoutmasters and the Scoutmaster. Merit badge counselors teach and test him on requirements for merit badges.

The Scout is Reviewed A0er he has completed all requirements for a rank, except for Scout rank, the Scout meets with a board of review. For Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star and Life ranks, adult members of the Troop conduct the board of review. The Eagle Scout board of review is conducted by adult members of the Troop and a District representa$ve.

The Scout is Recognized When a boy has earned the Scout rank or when a board of review has approved his advancement, the Scout deserves recogni$on as soon as possible at the next unit mee$ng or a formal court of honor.

Version 1.0: 21-Feb-2018 Troop 187 Rank Requirement Signo Expecta#ons

The purpose of this table is to iden$fy who may sign o6 on each requirement by Rank.

Here are the deni$ons of the di6erent sign o6 groups: TG/STG/ASPL/SPL: Troop Guides, Senior Troop Guides, Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders and the Senior Patrol Leader ASM/SM: Assistant Scoutmaster/Scoutmaster Chaplain: Chaplain Aide posi$on NYLT: Na$onal Youth Leadership Training Graduates TM: TG/STG/ASPL/SPL pulls dates from Troopmaster and enter into the Scout’s Book.

Scout Rank Requirements 1a to 5 TG/STG/ASPL/SPL 6 to 7 ASM/SM

Tenderfoot Rank Requirements 1a, 6abc, 10 ASM/SM 1b, 7b TM 1c to 5c, 7a TG/STG/ASPL/SPL 8 NYLT 9 Chaplain

Second Class Rank Requirements 1a, 3b, 5b, 8e TM 1b to 3a, 3c to 5a, 5c to 6e, 8a TG/STG/ASPL/SPL 7a to 7c, 8b to 8d, 9a, 9b, 11 ASM/SM 10 Chaplain

First Class Rank Requirements 1a, 4a, 6a, 9d TM 1b, 2a to 3d, 4b to 5d, 6b to 7f, 9a to 9c TG/STG/ASPL/SPL 8ab, 10, 12 ASM/SM 11 Chaplain

Star Rank Requirements 1, 3 to 5 TM 2 Chaplain 6 Scout’s Parent or Guardian 7 ASM/SM

Version 1.0: 21-Feb-2018 Life Rank Requirements 1, 3 to 5 TM 2 Chaplain 6 NYLT 7 ASM/SM

Eagle Rank Requirements 1, 3 to 5 TM 2 Chaplain 6 ASM/SM

Eagle Palm Requirements 1, 3, 4 TM 2 Chaplain 6 ASM/SM

Scoutmaster Conference Scheduling Once the Scout has completed all of their rank requirements, they should either ask the Scoutmaster at a mee$ng to schedule the conference or email him using Troopmaster.

Board of Review The purpose of the Board of Review is to determine the quality of the Scout’s experience and conrm that he has met the rank requirements and to encourage him to con$nue the quest for the next rank. As scout may be asked where he learned his skills and who taught him, and what he gained from fullling selected requirements. The scout will also be asked how they lived the Scout Oath and Law in his home, unit and community.

Board of Review Scheduling Once the Scout has completed their Scoutmaster Conference, they should ask the Advancement Chair at a mee$ng to schedule the board of review or email them using Troopmaster.

Troop 187 Board of Review Makeup and Par#cipants Tenderfoot: 1 Scout, 2 Leaders/Commiee Members, Parent (Op$onal) 2nd Class: 1 Scout, 2 Leaders/Commiee Members, Parent (Op$onal) 1st Class: 3-4 Leaders/Commiee Members, Parent (Op$onal) Star: Bob Jacobsen* plus 2-3 Leaders/Commiee Members and 1 parent (Op$onal) – 2 weeks’ no$ce required Life: Bill O’Shea* plus 2-3 Leaders/Commiee Members and 1 parent (Op$onal) – high adventure, include someone on crew – 2 weeks’ no$ce required Eagle: District Rep, 3-4 Commiee Members with no scouts from the Troop * In the event that Bob and Bill are not available, the Board of Review may move forward with an alternate Commiee Member.

Version 1.0: 21-Feb-2018 Service Hours The ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star and Life all require service hours. (Scouts must complete one hour of service for Tenderfoot, two hours for Second Class and three hours for First Class. The total hours for Star and Life remain the same — six hours each. At least three of the six hours for Life must be conserva$on-related; this reKects an increased emphasis on environmental stewardship.) All service projects must be approved by the Scoutmaster prior to par$cipa$on. A service project is a special Good Turn that puts into ac$on. Projects can take many forms. Scouts might take part in a community cleanup; repair a place of worship, a museum, or the home of an elderly person; improve a wildlife habitat; volunteer at a hospital or with a public safety group; organize a recycling e6ort; or conduct a clothing pickup or food drive. Scouts may also assist on Eagle Scout projects being conducted by the Eagle Scout candidate. Again, approval must be obtained from the unit leader; this is how service hours are counted and accounted for. To receive credit for the service hours the organiza$on receiving the benet of the service must provide wrien acknowledgment of the service provided and the number of hours donated by the scout.

Frequently Asked Ques#ons and Answers

Ques#on: Who do I contact when I take on a leadership posi$on? Answer: Senior Patrol should send an email to the Advancement Chair with the Scout Name, Leadership Posi$on, and Start Date. End dates should also be provided for any scout comple$ng leadership assignments.

Ques#on: What leadership posi$ons count towards leadership rank requirements? Answer: Patrol leader, assistant senior patrol leader, senior patrol leader, troop guide, troop representa$ve, den chief, scribe, librarian, historian, quartermaster, bugler, junior assistant Scoutmaster, chaplain aide, instructor, webmaster or outdoor ethics guide.

Version 1.0: 21-Feb-2018 Importance of Summer Camp

Summer camp is an extremely important part of Scouting. Early rank requirements and many merit badges will be completed at summer camp. More importantly though, it is an opportunity for a Scout to bond with his patrol and the troop, and to develop independence.

For first year Scouts summer camp can be a little intimidating. Many have not been away from home for a week. Some have never been away from their parents. For these scouts, summer camp is often harder on the parents than the scout. Some Scouts may feel some anxiety before going to camp the first time, but once there they will be so busy they forget their fears and enjoy summer camp adventures and fun.

First-year scouts get a jump on requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class at summer camp, in addition to being involved in First Year Scout Programs such as the Dan Beard program at Ockanickon. They usually earn a couple of merit badges and gain valuable experience as campers. After the first year, Scouts participate in merit badge classes. Several Eagle required and elective merit badges may be earned each year at summer camp. Some merit badges have requirements that cannot be completed at camp but may be done prior to arriving at camp (e.g., as pre-requisites). If merit badges are started but not completed at summer camp, the Scout must spend some time finishing them with a merit badge counselor when he returns home.

Troop 187 attends Summer Camp for one week. Every three years summer camp is held at Bucks County Council’s Ockanickon Scout Reservation in Plumstead Township. Other years the Troop selects a camp within a 2 to 6 hour driving time. Camp selection is not dictated by adults in the Troop but rather the Scouts vote to determine which camp is attended each year.

A deposit is collected, usually in January. The balance due typically must be paid by May 1st, but the date may vary depending on the camp chosen. Once Summer Camp money has been paid to the Troop, it is nonrefundable unless someone else can fill the vacated slot.

Scouts are encouraged to earn the money to attend Summer Camp.

Scouts are encouraged NOT to possess cell phones and other electronic communication devices while in camp. Any such equipment must be declared by a Scout.

Due to the limited allotments that camps provide the Troop for adults, normally only registered Scouters with the Troop are allowed to attend summer camp. Adults are selected at the Scoutmaster’s discretion.

PARENTS ARE ASKED NOT TO VISIT SCOUTS IN SUMMER CAMP OTHER THAN THE FIRST AND LAST DAY OF CAMP. NOT ONLY DOES AN UNAUTHORIZED VISIT NEGATIVELY AFFECT YOUR SON BUT THEY ALMOST ALWAYS NEGATIVELY AFFECT OTHER YOUNG SCOUTS. OUT OF RESPECT FOR ALL SCOUTS AND SCOUTERS WE GREATLY APPRECIATE, AND INSIST ON, YOUR ADHERENCE TO THIS RULE . Preferred Box Stanley 20 in. 50 Gal. Mobile Tool Box Model # 037025H Home Depot SKU #309525 Internet #202300294 Feb 2018 Cost - $79.97 D:34.25, W:20.5, H:19

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The Troop 187 Scout Roles change about every six months to enhance growth of scouts as leaders.

Senior Patrol Leaders The senior patrol leader (SPL) is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the troop. The SPL runs all troop meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning conference, and the patrol leaders’ council meeting. They appoint other troop youth leaders with the counsel of the Scoutmaster.

Assistant SPL The assistant senior patrol leader (ASPL) is the second highest ranking youth leader in the troop. ASPL is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the approval of the Scoutmaster. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop. Also, supervises Quartermaster, Historian, Scribe and Chaplin.

Patrol Leader The patrol leader is elected by the scouts (in patrol) to represent the patrol as a top youth leader. As a patrol leader, you are expected to do the following:

Plan and lead patrol meetings and activities. Keep patrol members informed. Assign each patrol member a specific duty. Represent your patrol at patrol leaders’ council meetings and the annual program planning conference. Prepare the patrol to participate in all troop activities Know the abilities of each patrol member. Set a good example. Wear the scout uniform correctly to model for others. Live by the Scout Oath and Law Show and develop patrol spirit.

Trip Coordinator The trip coordinator is responsible for an 18-month trip schedule. They will lead the Troop Trip Committee consisting of Scouts and Adults working together to formulate trip ideas. This position requires coordinator to plan lodging, activities, car pools, directions etc. for each planned trip. Senior Den Chief The Den Chief Lead will communicate directly with Den Chiefs through weekly tracking of Den Chief activity. DCL will answer questions and assist where needed. The scout needs to complete Den Chief training to be in this position and work closely with Den Chief Adult Coordinator as needed for mentoring.

Den Chiefs The position of Den Chief serves local cub scout packs by helping cubs advance through Cub Scout ranks and encourages Cub Scouts to bridge to Boy Scouts. This position is requested to the Den Chief Coordinator/Den Chief Lead in Troop and approved by Scoutmaster. The scout needs to complete Den Chief training to be in this position. Must be First Class to receive leadership credit.

Scribe The Scribe keeps the troop records. The scout records the activities of the patrol leaders’ council and keeps record of dues, advancements, and scout attendance at troop meetings. He attends Patrol Leader Council.

Troop Guide Introduces new Scouts to troop operations. Teaches basic Scout skills and encourages advancements. The troop guide will coach patrol leaders on duties and works with patrol leaders at council meetings. Attends PLC meetings. Councils individual scouts on scouting challenges. Sets a good example and enthusiastically and correctly wears the scout uniform (all four parts). Lives by the Scout Oath and Law and shows Scout Spirit.

Troop Historian/Facebook Gathers pictures and facts about troop activities and keeps them in a historical file, scrapbook, Facebook and provide information to Webmaster for website.Maintains information about former memebers of the troop.

Webmaster Works with various unit members to update topics and information to place on TROOP 187 website. Ensures the Web Site is running. Sets a good example on social media. Quartermaster The Quartermaster keeps track of troop or team equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on patrol/troop equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition.

Assistant Quartermaster Assists the Quartermaster in inventory of equipment and helps to ensure equipment is in good working condition. Helps to issue equipment and put the equipment back into inventory.

Troop Chaplain The unit Chaplain is appointed by the committee chairman to provide spiritual tone, guide the Chaplain aide, give spiritual counseling, and promote the regular religious participation of each member. The Troop Chaplain prepares short religious observations for campouts and other functions.

Order of the Arrow Representative Is the youth liaison serving between the local lodge and his Troop. Serving as a link to Arrowmen and adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. He does this in a fashion that strengthens the mission of the knowledge and purpose of the order. ADULT ROLES

Scoutmaster Matt Vaneman The Scoutmaster is the adult responsible for working directly with the Scouts to help them create the program for the troop. The Scoutmaster trains boy leaders to run the troop by providing direction, coaching, and support. The Scoutmaster and his Assistant Scoutmasters work directly with the Scouts. The important of the Scoutmaster’s job is reflected in the fact that the quality of his guidance will affect every youth and adult involved in the troop. The Scoutmaster can be male or female, but must be at least 21 years old. The Scoutmaster is appointed by the head of the chartered organization.

Assistant Scoutmaster Various Individuals To fulfill this obligation to the troop, the Scoutmaster, with the assistance of the troop committee, recruits assistant Scoutmasters to help operate the troop. Each assistant Scoutmaster is assigned specific program duties and reports to the Scoutmaster. They also provide the required two-deep leadership standards set by the Boy Scouts of America (there must be at least two adults present at ANY Boy Scout Activity). An assistant Scoutmaster may be 18 years old, but at least one in each troop should be 21 years or older, so he can service in the Scoutmaster’s absence. The Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters are NOT formal members of the committee. The Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters are advisers to the committee. They may attend committee meetings to communicate scout plans and to coordinate the needs of the Scouts. This factor is important to remember during Boards of Review because the Boards of Review also serve as quality checks of the Scouting Program as delivered by the Scoutmaster and the Assistant Scoutmasters.

Committee Chair David McKinney The unit committee chair is appointed by the chartered organization and registered as an adult leader of the BSA. The unit committee chairman appoints and supervises the unit committee and unit leaders.

Committee Members Various Individuals (See specific roles following) The Troop Committee is responsible for conducting the business of the troop, setting policy, and helping the Scoutmaster and Scouts with outdoor programs and other planned activities. The committee also has the responsibility to provide adults for boards of review. This is an important responsibility and is one area where help is always needed and appreciated. The committee consists of parent volunteers who fulfill various roles on the committee. Please see vacant positions if interested.

Advancement Chair Daryl Najarian / Assistant Position Vacancy The unit advancement chair is appointed by the committee chair to ensure that the unit has at least monthly boards of review, quarterly courts of honor, and that the unit has goals of helping each Scout advance a rank each year and for new Scouts to offer encouragement to reach rank requirements. The advancement coordinator is also responsible for record keeping and submitting advancement reports.

Chartered Organization Representative Bill Suder The Chartered Organization Representative is direct contact between the unit and the Chartered Organization. This individual is also the organization’s contact with the district committee and the Local Council. The chartered organization representative may become a member of the district committee and is a voting member of the council. The Chartered Organization Representative appoints the unit committee chair.

Secretary Mary Hansen The unit secretary is appointed by the committee chairman to keep minutes and records, send notices, and coordinate publicity.

Treasurer/Budget Coordinator Janna Fawcett/ Maureen Gray The unit treasurer is appointed by the committee chairman to handle unit funds, pay bills, maintain accounts, coordinate the Annual Friends of Scouting Campaign, and supervise fundraising and reporting.

Equipment Coordinator/Quartermaster Jack Mehlbaum The unit equipment coordinator is appointed by the committee chairman to work with the youth Quartermaster and is responsible for inventory, storage, and maintenance of unit equipment. Helps to procure equipment. Conducts periodic safety checks. Reports to Committee Members at monthly meetings.

Outdoor/Activities Chair Lisa Sommer The unit outdoor/activities chair is appointed by the committee chairman to secure permission to use camping sites, serve as transportation coordinator, ensure a monthly outdoor program. Training Chair Kristin McAloon The unit training chair is appointed by the committee chairman to ensure training opportunities are available, maintain training records and materials, and is responsible for BSA Youth Protection Training and State/Federal Clearances.

Public Relations Chair/Marketing/Membership Maureen Vassallo The unit public relations chair is appointed by the committee chairman to inform parents of their responsibility in Scouting and the chartered organization. The chair will promote news and announcements regarding the Troop, stimulate service projects in the community, Scouting Events and family participation in unit events. Offers suggestions to Senior Patrol on recruitment and maintaining scout involvement in troop for planning purposes.

Friends of Scouting Chair Vacant The unit FOS chair is appointed by the committee chairman to work closely with the unit committee on public relations for FOS, conducts annual FOS campaign to enroll family members and adult leaders in FOS, gives recognition to contributors and enrollees. This position is utilized when the Treasurer/Budget Coordinator does not perform this function.

Volunteer Coordinator Chair Vacant The unit Volunteer Coordinator Chair is appointed by the committee chairman to encourage and coordinate volunteers.

Fundraising Chair Dave Burger/ Co-Vacancy The unit Fundraising Chair is appointed by the committee chairman to coordinate troop fundraising activities and oversee fundraising volunteers. The chair is required to report results to committee members and work directly with Treasurer who will supervise the fundraising.

Summer Camp Coordinator Lisa Sommer The Summer Camp Coordinator is appointed by the committee chairman to coordinate Summer Camp for the Troop. The coordinator is required to secure reservation and communicate financial requirements as well as medical requirements to the Troop. The Summer Camp Coordinator will work directly with the Trip/Registration coordinator to ensure all requirements are met.

Parent Liason to Trip Planning Committee Marisa Ulmer Appointed by the Committee Chair to coordinate and assist Trip Planning Committee. Den Chief Coordinator Rob Vassallo The Den Chief coordinator is appointed by the Committee Chairman to coordinate the training and placement of Den Chiefs. Their position requires them to encourage scouts to attend Den Chief training and to request placement within a Cub Den. In addition, they will work with Cub Masters to identify packs in need of Den Chief Leadership. The DCC will also work directly with the Troop to instill Den Chief within the identified packs. They will lead and monitor the Den Chief assisting with questions or issues. The DCC is responsible for coordinating Blue and Gold Ceremonies for crossover representation and receipt of incoming scouts to 187.

Health Form Coordinator Michele Mehlbaum/Lorianne Deleo The Health Form Coordinator is appointed by the Committee Chairman to ensure that the unit has all necessary health forms needed for trips and camping. The Health Form Coordinator communicates any special form requirements as well as any changes.

Life to Eagle Advisor Bill Krause/Mike Wilsey Once a scout achieves rank of Life Scout a Life to Eagle Advisor will advise him about preparing a proposal for the project using the Eagle Scout Leadership Workbook. Once this process is complete, an Eagle Scout Project Coach will step in to advise and counsel Scout in executing his Eagle Scout Service Project.

Eagle Scout Service Project Coach Bill Krause/Jack Mehlbaum An adult who acts as a mentor for project planning purposes. May be engaged for assistance in reviewing final Eagle Project Plan.

Parent Liason Marissa Ulmer/Maureen Vassallo & Troop at Large Work with new Scout Parents to help with the orientation/transition into Boy Scouts. Their job is to welcome parents, keep them informed, and encourage them to get involved in troop based on interest.