Transcript Weblos in Transition

What is Boy Scouting
“A Game with a Purpose”……Lord Baden Powell
It is the purpose of the Boy Scouts of America to
provide for youth an effective program designed to
build character, to teach citizenship, and to develop
personal fitness.
Outdoor skills training
Leadership development
Learning to work in a group (Patrol’s)
Nurturing independence
Fun activities
A scout is “Helpful”
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Today’s Agenda
Putting the Pieces Together
Opening Flag Ceremony
Introduction
Boy Scouting
Weblos ~ Scout Transition
Summer Camp
Scoutmaster Presentations (Ridgefield Troops)
Summary
Questions & Answers
On my “Honor”
Three Defining Principles of Boy Scouting
Morality
Strength & Character
Citizenship
Participation & Understanding
Fitness
Physical
Mental
Emotional
A scout is “Brave”
Scout Leader Introduction
Troop 49
Paul Payne
Troop 76
Neil Doran
Troop 116
Gordie Knapp
Troop 431
Steve Furman
A scout is “Kind”
Boy Scouting ~ Mission Statement
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;
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to
prepare young people to make
ethical and moral choices over
their lifetimes by instilling in
them the values of the
Scout Oath and Law.
A scout is “Trustworthy”
Boy Scouting ~ Purpose
The Boy Scouts of America is the nation’s foremost
youth program of character development and
values-based leadership training.
Scouting will…
Offer young people responsible fun and adventure
Instill in young people lifetime values and develop in them
ethical character as expressed in the Scout Oath and Law
Train young people in citizenship, service and leadership
Serve America's communities and families with its
quality, values-based program
A scout is “Courteous”
Cub Scouting & Boy Scouting
The Differences
Boy Leadership and Leadership Development
The ability to work in Self Governed Patrols
Advancement by working with Patrol leaders (boys) or leaders (adults)
Outdoor Program – Adventure Component
Adult Association
Personal Growth – Community Service
A scout is “Loyal”
The Patrol Method……
Adult Lead / Boy Run
The patrol method allows Scouts to interact in
small groups where members
can easily relate to each other.
These small groups determine
troop activities through elected representatives.
Weekly meetings
Camping locations and activities
Monthly Patrol Leaders counsel
Allowing things to sometimes not go perfectly….
We give the boy’s the chance to make (minor) mistakes…
And we provide the opportunity to learn from them…
A scout is “Friendly”
Adjusting to the Responsibilities
Cub Scouts is a family, and home-centered
program that develops ethical decision-making
skills .
Boy Scouting is designed to achieve the aims of
Scouting through a vigorous
outdoor program… & peer
group leadership with the counsel of an adult
Scoutmaster.
Character Development ~ Citizenship Training ~ Personal Fitness
Troop & Patrol Organization
Junior Leader “Green Bar” Organization
Senior Patrol Leader
First Assistant
Patrol Leader
Assistant
Senior Patrol Leader
Instructors
Assistant
Senior Patrol Leader
Venture Patrol
Patrol Leaders
Troop Scribe
Patrol Scribe
Troop Quartermaster
Patrol Quartermaster
Troop Librarian
Patrol Librarian
Boy Run Leadership
Is Scouting For My Son ?
Scouting Emphasizes Three Specific Objectives:
Character Development ~ Citizenship Training ~ Personal Fitness
Ideals ~
Scout Oath, Law, Motto & Slogan
Patrols ~ Responsibility & Decision Making
Outdoor Programs ~ Skills, Activities, Confidence
Advancement ~
Surmountable obstacles
Adult Association ~ Encouragement, Leadership, Guidance
Personal Growth ~ The Good Turn Concept
Leadership Development ~ Practice Leadership Skills
Uniform ~ Positive Youth Image
A scout is “Thrifty”
Parental Involvement
The troop's success depends upon
your support & active involvement
in scouting activities:
Fund Raising
Eagle Advisor
Service Projects
Board of Review
Committee Member
Leadership Assistant Scoutmaster
Teaching one or more merit badges
Planning Camping Trips ~ High Adventure
Transportation or supervision for the campouts
A scout is “Obedient”
Training of Leaders
The Boy Scouts of America takes great
pride in the quality of our adult leadership.
The quality of the program and the safety of
our youth members call for high-quality adult leaders.
Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters earn
“Being
a certification
leader in the
is acompleted
privilege, not
“Trained”
whenBSA
they have
three basic courses…
a right”
New Leader Essentials
Scoutmaster & Asst. Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
A scout is “Clean”
Safe Scouting
The BSA has adopted the following policies to
provide security for our members. These
policies are primarily for the protection of
our youth members.
Two-deep leadership
Separate accommodations
Respect of privacy
No one-on-one contact
Appropriate attire
Constructive discipline
Hazing prohibited
No secret organizations
Junior Leader Training and supervision
Proper preparation for High-Adventure activities
A scout is “Cheerful”
Boy Scout Advancement
Advancement is the way you grow
Eagle
as a scout, and become eligible
for troop leadership positions
and honors.
Life
Star
First Class Scout
Second Class Scout
Tenderfoot
Basic Scout
Advancement is based on Achievement, not age or grade
~ Scout Transition
"Good Turn Daily"
Visiting Troops
Where are my son’s friends ?
See Troops in Action
Arrange to participate in an outing?
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"Be Prepared"
When to join a troop?
Coordination of Crossing Over
What do Scouts do after Crossing Over?
New Scout Camp Out
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Scouting Could Make a Difference in Your Son's Life
Summer Camp @ Sequassen
When should a Webelos Scout consider summer camp?
Is it required ?
Accommodations ?
Necessary equipment ?
Do all boys attend camp ?
On my honor I will do my best
Ridgefield Troop Presentations
Troop 49
Paul Payne
Troop 76
Neil Doran
Troop 116
Gordie Knapp
Troop 431
Steve Furman
A scout is “Kind”
Wrap Up
Benefits of Scouting
Why join the Boy Scouts
Questions & Answers
TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE AT ALL TIMES
Thank You
For help or questions about using
this presentation please contact
Robert Messinger
Troop 116 Ridgefield CT
[email protected]