What is the current version of BSA handbook?
14th Edition
Scouts BSA Handbook, 14th Edition – Newly updated, this 14th edition of the Scouts BSA Handbook is still the go-to book for every Scout. There are two versions: the Scouts BSA Handbook for Girls and the Scouts BSA Handbook for Boys.
How often should a troop committee meet?
once a month
The unit commissioner serves as an advisor to the Key 3. This group usually meets once a month to discuss the troop, its challenges, upcoming events, and progress toward completing its action plan and Journey to Excellence goals just like any other Scouting Key 3.
Who makes up the troop committee?
The troop committee is a cross between a board of directors and a parent support group.
Is the Scoutmaster part of the troop committee?
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.
Is there a hunting merit badge?
But, in a more subdued release, I saw that the Hunting merit badge is available TODAY at our local Scout Shop. I really like the badge design and I think the scouts that have already done Shotgun and Rifle will love this new badge.
What book do the Boy Scouts use?
Boy Scout Handbook
Boy Scout Handbook is the official handbook of Scouts BSA. It is a descendant of Baden-Powell’s original handbook, Scouting for Boys, which has been the basis for Scout handbooks in many countries, with some variations to the text of the book depending on each country’s codes and customs.
What is the purpose of the troop committee meeting?
The troop committee obtains, maintains, and properly cares for troop property. It ensures the troop has an outdoor program with a minimum of 10 days and nights of camping per year. Members of the troop committee serve on boards of review and plan and conduct courts of honor.
Who selects the Scoutmaster?
the chartered organization
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.
Can the Scoutmaster be the committee chair?
This is the key job of the committee chair, who must approve all other adult leaders in the unit, including the Scoutmaster or Cubmaster (the chartered organization directly approves the selection of committee chair).
Can an assistant Scoutmaster be a committee chair?
This means that an assistant Scoutmaster cannot also serve as a member of the committee. A crew advisor or Varsity coach may not additionally serve as the committee chair, within the same unit. The reasons behind this policy are pretty simple but intentional in their design.