The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to establish the guidelines, responsibilities, and procedures necessary for the smooth operation of Troop 732, Boy Scouts of America.

The following literature and catalog numbers were used to establish and develop this SOP:

This SOP encompasses the complete organization and program of Troop 732, including the Charter Organization, Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmasters, Troop Committee Members, Scouts, and parents.

The Charter Organization, Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmasters, and Troop Committee Members, Scouts, and parents will follow the above references to the best of their ability. This SOP defines, explains, modifies, and makes additions to Scout policy, guidelines, and procedures that, in the best interest, supports the needs of the Scouts in Troop 732.

4. Revisions and Changes

a. Revisions

This SOP will receive a complete revision review and update beginning on the first Troop Committee Meeting of January every even numbered year.

1) The review on a two year cycle is caused by the national office and their advancement and requirement guideline update in the summer of every odd numbered year.

2) The review will be completed no later than March 31st of that year. The Troop Committee, the Scoutmaster, and the Patrol Leaders Council will all approve the revised SOP no later than the April Troop Committee Meeting.

b. Changes

Changes to this SOP may be made at anytime to benefit the needs of the Troop. The Troop Committee Members, the Scoutmaster, and the Senior Patrol Leader know their areas of responsibility, therefore, they know what SOP guidelines they have authority to change. The Troop Committee Chairman (for the committee members), the Scoutmaster, and the Senior Patrol Leader (for the Patrol Leaders Council) will all initial the changed paragraph, and all sign the bottom of all changed pages.

1. Membership

a. Membership in Troop 732 is open to any boy who fulfills the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) joining requirements. The Scoutmaster may develop a waiting list of boys wishing to join the Troop if the Troop gets too large for the number of adult leaders. Priority will be given to the boys as follows:

1) First: Webelos Scouts who have a parent already registered in the Troop. Scouts having a brother already in the Troop will be considered after those with registered parents.

2) Second: Webelos Scouts from Lockmar Elementary School (Pack 772) and Crista McAuliffe Elementary School (Pack 51).

3) Third: Webelos Scouts from any pack.

4) Fourth: Returning Scouts once registered with Troop 732.

5) Fifth: Any Scout.

b. Initial registration fees will be prorated as to the date joining. For Scouts currently registered, the transfer fee is all that is required.

c. After consultation between the Scout, the parents, and the Assistant Scoutmaster for Membership, the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) will assign the Scout to the proper patrol or position.

d. Parents are required to fill out the Troop 732 General Activity Permission Form (Attachment 1), the Medical Emergency Permission Form (Attachment 2), the Personal Health and Medical Record (Class 1 and Class 2,BSA Form 34414), and the Scout General Information Sheet (Attachment 3). All of these forms are required to be complete within 30 days of joining the Troop. The General Permission, Medical Emergency, and the Class 1 part of the Personal Health History are annual requirements.

2. Dues and Re-registration Fees

a. Dues for Troop 732 will be $1.00 per week, to be paid at the first Troop Meeting each month. Dues are required each week whether the Troop meets or not, because the Troop budget is based upon the annual rate of $52.00 a year per Scout. Dues cover the Troop costs for new equipment, equipment upgrades, awards, rank advancements, parent pins, and annual re-registration fees.

b. There are no annual re-registration, insurance, or "Boys Life" fees in a following year for Scouts that have been in the Troop for the whole calendar year. All fees will be paid by the Troop. Troop payment of these registration fees will begin following the 1993 calendar year.

c. Scouts that join after the start of the calendar year may have only a portion of their annual registration fees paid by the Troop. The table shown below specifies the responsibility of annual registration fees.

Months shown above are the first full month registered.

T - Troop pays the fees.

P - Parents/Scout pays the fees.

O - Optional, parents/Scout pay the fee.

d. The operation of the Troop activities is dependent upon the dues paid by the Scouts. Failure to pay dues will cause the Scout certain restrictions:

1) A Scout will not meet his rank advancement Board of Review until his dues are up-to-date.

2) A Scout will not receive any awards at a Court of Honor until his dues are up-to-date.

e. The Troop Committee has the authority to waiver, dismiss, or delay any requirement for dues.

f. The Troop will budget and, if possible, fund the annual registration and insurance fees for Scoutmasters and Committee members.

3. Uniform Requirements

a. The uniforms for the scouts and all scout leaders of Troop 732 are described as follows:

1) Troop Class A: Consists of the standard Boy Scout/Leader uniform with the standard Boy Scout hat or Troop 732 hat, and includes the distinctive Troop 732 neckerchief with patch.

2) Troop Class B/Troop Field/Activity Uniform: Consists of the scout shorts or pants, knee socks (white Program socks may be worn with pants), Troop 732 T-shirt, and standard BSA or Troop hat.

3) Class B/Field/Activity Uniform: Consists of the scout shorts or pants, knee socks (white Program socks may be worn with pants), any Scout T-shirt, and any BSA hat.

b. All Scouts, Scoutmasters and Committee members are required to have at least the Class A shirt with the appropriate patches, insignia, and the Troop 732 neckerchief within 30 days. The rest of the uniform must be complete within 90 days of joining the Troop. Waivers to the Class A uniform due to financial constraint may be granted by the Scoutmaster to Scouts and Assistant Scoutmasters, and the Troop Committee Chairman may grant the same waiver to committee members.

c. The uniform wear criteria for Troop 732 are as follows:

1) Troop Meetings, Boards of Review, Courts of Honor: Class A as depicted in paragraph 3.a.(1) above is required. Waivers to the type of BSA hat and style of neckerchief may be granted by the Scoutmaster prior to the meeting. Bandannas and non-BSA or Troop hats are not authorized at Troop meetings.

2) Campouts: Travel to and from the destination will be in the Troop Class B uniform.

(a) If the Scout or leader doesn’t have a BSA Class B/Activity Uniform, the Troop Class A uniform will be required for travel, except for camporees.

(b) At the campsite location, any clothing, including hats, may be worn provided it doesn’t affect the health and safety of the individual. The Scoutmaster has the final approval.

3) Camporees require a Class B Activity Uniform except when Class A’s are required by the camporee rules.

d. In a Scouting function of any type, a Scout or leader will not wear a shirt, T-shirt, hat, etc. depicting vulgarity, profanity, or have anti-religious, sexism, or pro-drug statements. Further, any Scout or adult that objects to or finds offensive the clothing of another Scout or adult will refer the problem to the Scoutmaster. The Scoutmaster will decide whether the clothing should be considered offensive and will ensure that this clothing item will not be seen at a Scouting function again.

e. In any Troop 732 activity, the Scoutmaster reserves the right to determine the uniform wear that will most benefit the Scout, the Troop, and BSA.

4. Discipline

a. Troop 732 believes that Scouts of the Troop will follow the guidelines of the Scout Oath and Law. The primary objective in any disciplinary action concerning a particular individual is the well being of both the person and the Troop as a whole.

b. Most Scouts will make normal mistakes in growing up. In most cases, infractions of the rules or guidelines can be handled by the Patrol Leader or the SPL. Incidences of a disruptive nature may escalate beyond junior leader management. The following guidelines for the Scout will be followed:

1) First offense: The Scoutmaster will counsel the Scout using the Scout Oath and Law.

2) Second offense: The Scoutmaster will contact the parents or guardians of the Scout for discussion and possible solution of the problem.

3) Third offense: The Scout will be restricted to functions in which his parents or guardian will have to accompany and supervise the Scout.

c. The Scoutmaster reserves the right to use any of the above guidelines when the well-being of the Troop is at stake.

5. Troop Meetings

a. Troop Meetings will be held on Monday nights from 6:3030 pm until 8:0000 pm in the cafeteria at Lockmar Elementary School. Scouts and parents are encouraged to be on time for all meetings. The Troop Meeting will begin promptly at 6:3030 pm. Scouts should arrive 10 minutes early to begin set-up.

b. All Scouts are required to bring their Boy Scout Handbook, Log/Notebook, paper, pen/pencil, and their registration card to all Troop meetings.

c. The SPL will run the meeting allowing 10 minutes for opening and inspection; 10 minutes for the patrols to take attendance, collect dues, and conduct any patrol business; and 10 minutes at the end of the meeting for Scoutmaster information. Use of the Troop Meeting Planner in ‘Woods Wisdom’ is preferred.

d. The Scoutmaster will determine whether the Troop meets on holidays.

6. Leadership Corps and Patrols

a. A Patrol will select a name every time a Patrol Leader is elected, or if a Patrol is formed or reorganized. The same name may be used again, but the Patrol may not use the same Patrol flag. The old Patrol flags will be returned to the Scoutmaster for historical keeping, and new Patrol flag concepts are required to be submitted within three weeks. The Patrol flags must be designed and made by the Scouts in the patrol, including any sewing, however, parental guidance may be used. Patrols will select a Patrol yell within two weeks.

b. Patrols are required to hold their first Patrol Meeting within two weeks of their formation. The Patrols are encouraged to meet at least once a month.

c. The Scoutmaster and the Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) have the responsibility to determine the need to form any Patrol, Leadership Corps, or First Year EmphasisPatrol. Troop organization and structure, whether the formation follows the BSA guidelines or not, is determined by the Scoutmaster for the greater good of the Troop.

7. Activity and Travel Policy

a. All Scout activities will be accompanied by at least two registered adults for the first 10 Scouts, and one additional adult for each 10 Scouts after that. Additions and exceptions to this policy are as follows:

1) Campouts: Troop 732 will always have a minimum of three registered leaders for all Troop campouts. One may be waived by the Scoutmaster.

2) Patrol Meetings and Patrol Activities: Minimum requirements are two adults. This includes service projects.

b. The Troop Transportation Coordinator is responsible for arranging all travel transportation for all campouts.

c. Special activities and service project transportation will be arranged by the Scout or adult leader responsible for that planned activity.

d. Automobile drivers for Troop activities will be a minimum of 21 years of age. Scouts are prohibited from driving to any Scout activity, excluding Troop and Patrol Meetings.

e. Radios, boom boxes, walk-men, electronic games, adventures game books, etc. are prohibited at any Troop activity.

f. Sheath knives (non-folding) are prohibited. Scouts may carry a pocket or folding knife, but they must have their Tote-n-Chip in their possession.

g. Drivers will be reimbursed to the best of our ability for select functions in support of the Troop. The travel cost will distributed among all attendees including the drivers.

1) A rate of $8.00/per 100 miles/per vehicle will be used by the PLC and the Activity Leader to factor transportation costs.

2) These fees will be combined for all vehicles used. The total estimated transportation cost will be divided among all participants, including all drivers.

3) Transportation costs will be collected by the Activity Leader and drivers will be payed based upon collected fees.

h. Troop activities have priority. If a conflict arises between the Troop activity, First Class emphasis activity, or a Venture Program activity, the Troop activity as determined by the Scoutmaster and the SPL will have priority.

i. Parents or other relatives are encouraged to attend activities after notifying the Scoutmaster and getting his approval.

j. No Troop adult or Scout will travel at anytime in the back of a pick-up, in a trailer, or sit on the tailgate of a moving vehicle. Adults and Scouts must wear seat belts during all travel.

k. The activity leader or the adult leader will fill out the Activity Report Form (Attachment 4). This roster will be given to the Scribe for input into the Troop computerized records. The Scribe will return the original form to the Scoutmaster after the record update.

l. No single scout may travel with a individual adult other than his parent.

8. Camping

a. The Troop will provide equipment as follows: Lanterns, stoves, cooking gear, cooking utensils, dining flies, axes, saws, canoes, PFDs, canoe paddles, water coolers, and other Troop related equipment. The Scouts and adult leaders will provide their own personal gear. Refer to the Boy Scout Handbook and appropriate merit badge pamphlets for guidance on equipment needs.

b. The SPL and tour leader will ensure that the Trip and Tour Permit Planner (Attachment 5) is completed two weeks before the activity and all reservations are made. The procedures for filling out the Trip and Tour Permit Planner are also in Attachment 5.

c. Each Scout attending will pay $1.00, in addition to transportation and food costs, in advance for campouts to cover the costs of Troop supplies and materials such as paper towels, liquid fuel, liquid soap, charcoal, speciality foods, etc. The SPL will collect this fee and turn it over to the tour leader or his representative. The tour leader will buy the needed supplies and turn the receipt and any remaining funds over to the Committee Treasurer.

d. All camping fees will be paid no later than the Monday Troop Meeting prior to the campout. Any Scouts not paying the fees that night will be placed on a waiting list for that campout. If a paying Scout were to drop, a Scout on the waiting list may be a replacement. A Scout that paid for a campout and cannot make the trip will not be reimbursed.

e. Prior to each campout, a Patrol will be assigned in advance to plan a formal Campfire Program. The program may consist of songs, stories, or skits. The Leadership Corps will provide whatever support the Patrol requires, including skit performances, songs, etc.

9. Venture Program

a. The purpose of the Venture Program is to provide a more challenging experience for older or experienced Scouts that goes beyond the standard campout or hike. It is a further means of retaining a boy’s interest in the Scouting Program.

b. The Venture Program should plan and complete at least one major activity per year such as Philmont, Sea Base, white water rafting, or other High Adventure Camps. Activities such as the 50 mile Afloat or Afoot, or Camp Daniel Boone may also be considered by the Venture Program or even by the Troop itself. The National Jamboree is available to all First Class, 12-year old Scouts in Troop 732.

c. Troop 732 has determined that membership in the Venture Program is based upon a Scout’s self-sufficiency demonstrated in the outdoor skills of camping, cooking, hiking, backpacking, first aid, and swimming. Individuals considered for membership into Venture Program must be 13-years old, First Class rank, have positive Scout spirit, and have a strong desire to want to continue Scout advancement. The Scoutmaster and the Venture Program Coordinator will identify Scouts for consideration for membership in the Venture Program who fulfill the above criteria. The Scoutmaster has final approval on all program matters.

d. Scouts who fulfill all the outdoor criteria and are 13-years of age, but who are not First Class Rank may be eligible for participation in any Venture Program activity for which they are specifically invited. Also, Scouts who fulfill all the outdoor criteria and are First Class Rank, but who are not yet 13-years of age, may also participate in any Venture Program activity for which they are specifically invited. Individuals may be nominated by the Scoutmaster, the Venture Program Coordinator, or by a Venture Program member.

e. Scouts who have been identified for consideration in the Venture Program may choose whether or not they wish to participate.

f. Venture Program activities fall under all the Troop requirements for uniform wear, dues, camping, etc.

g. Venture patches will be awarded to Program members after completion of at least one high adventure activity.10. Yearly Plan

Yearly Planning Meetings will take place in August. The PLC, the Scoutmaster, the First Class Emphasis Coordinator, and the Venture Program Coordinator will meet and program the next 12-18 months. Goals for the next year will be mapped out. Formulation for this plan can be taken from Woods Wisdom. The program plan is fleshed out and may be changed at the monthly PLC meetings.

11. Scout Spirit

a. Scout Spirit consists of activity participation, uniform wear, Scout growth, leadership responsibility, and the proper display of the Scout Oath and Law. Only the Scoutmaster or their designate may sign off this requirement prior to the start of the Scoutmaster Conference. The above criteria is described as follows:

1) Activity Participation: Attend/participate in at least 50 percent of all Troop functions. This requirement is verified by the Advancement Chairman. Exceptions may be granted by the Scoutmaster for all activities missed due to family conflicts, work, or other appropriate reasons discussed prior to the Scout function.

2) Uniform Wear: The Scout is proud to wear the Scout uniform. He wears it to all official Scout functions and is not afraid to be seen in uniform. He wears it properly.

3) Scout Growth: The Scout has advanced in rank requirements, worked towards a future career by following through with merit badge instruction, provided service to the community and the Troop, and actively participated as both a follower and a leader.

4) Leadership Responsibility: The Scout should assume responsibility and take charge when the opportunity arises whether he is the leader or not.

5) Scout Oath and Law: The Scout demonstrates that he follows the Oath and Law through his relationships and work with others.

12. Scoutmaster Conference

a. The Scoutmaster Conference is an unhurried review with the Scout. It is a visit with the Scout to evaluate his accomplishments, and encourage the Scout to continue to use his strengths and to help him in areas where he needs development.

b. No Council, District, Unit or individual has the authority to add to, or subtract from any advancement requirement in accordance with BSA Advancement Guidelines.

c. If a Scout does not complete the conference due to time constraints, lack of knowledge in a review area, or because additional support information has to be gathered, the Scout must return to the same adult leader to finish the conference. However, the original conference adult leader may waive this requirement if the leader cannot complete the Scoutmaster Conference in a timely manner.

d. Any registered adult leader, whether Committee Member or Assistant Scoutmaster, may perform a Scoutmaster Conference when designated by the Scoutmaster. As much as possible, the Scoutmaster will perform all Scoutmaster Conferences for the ranks of Star, Life, and Eagle.

13. Advancement

a. Advancement is designed to help the Scout have an exciting and meaningful experience.

b. The Troop advancement effort is a dynamic structure as shown in Attachment 6. Recruiting new adult leaders into the Troop will be necessary to continue the rapid advancement of the Scouts.

c. Parents and relatives are not authorized to sign-off any rank advancements for their Scouts.

d. Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class Scout requirements may be signed-off by Star, Life, or Eagle Scouts. However, only registered adult leaders designated by the Scoutmaster may sign-off the Service Project, Activity, Civic Leader, Scout Spirit, Scoutmaster Conference, and Board of Review requirements.

e. The Troop will try to provide badges of rank as soon as possible after the successful completion of a Board of Review. The signed rank card and parents pin will be presented at the next Court of Honor.

f. The Scoutmaster and Advancement Chairman will try to provide all badges for any Scout meeting an Eagle Board of Review rather than wait for the presentation at the next Court of Honor. The formal presentation will still take place at the Court of Honor.

g. The Scoutmaster will determine all time-in-Troop, time-in-rank and time-in-leadership position requirements for transferring Scouts.

h. The Scoutmaster or their designee and the Advancement Chairman will assist the Life Scout in the understanding of how to complete the Life-to-Eagle Service Project Package.

i. The Scout is responsible to show and identify all completed initials or signatures for the many rank requirements from his BSA Handbook to either the Scribe or the Advancement Chairman for computerized record update.

14. Boards of Review

a. A Board of Review allows adult leaders to judge the benefits the young Scout is receiving. It is important to review the accomplishments of the Scout, to ensure the Scout has done what was necessary for rank advancement, to see how good an experience the Scout is having, and to encourage the Scout to progress further, and to determine any problems or issues which may detract from his Scouting experiences.

b. The Board of Review is not a re-examination, but must ensure good standards of performance have been met.

c. A Board of Review Checklist (Attachment 7) must be filled out and completed by the Scout. The checklist must be routed through the Advancement Chairman for a computerized record’s review and for activity participation, and to the Dues Chairman for an up-to-date check on dues paid. The Scout then reports to the Review Committee in Troop Class A uniform with his BSA Handbook, personal log, and pencil or pen for the final signature on the checklist.

d. The composition of the Board is made up of at least three committee members and no more than six members. The review should take approximately 15 minutes.

e. The Advancement Chairman will identify eligibles for a Review to the Rank Advancement Chairman who will then set up a Board of Review. Reviews will be set-up as soon as possible so as not to slow the Scout’s advancement.

f. A unanimous decision must be reached for Review Committee approval.

15. Eagle Board of Review

a. Many of the same guidelines as above in paragraphs 13 and 14 apply to the Eagle Board of Review.

b. The Board of Review will be a minimum of three members and a maximum of six members. At least one member of the Board will be a District Representative. A unanimous decision must be reached for the award of Eagle Scout.

c. The Scout should open the Board with the Pledge of Allegiance and the Scout Oath, and close the Board with the Scout Law. The Scout should state the requirements for Eagle and then justify how he has fulfilled those requirements. He should fully explain his Eagle Project, what problems he encountered, what he did to solve the problems, and what would he do differently. He should further explain why he deserves to be an Eagle Scout.

16. Merit Badges

a. Earning merit badges gives a Scout the kind of self-confidence that comes from overcoming obstacles. The Scout also learns career skills and may develop skills and hobbies that give a lifetime of recreation.

b. The following is the procedure to complete a merit badge:

1) Start with a blue "Application for Merit Badge" card. Talk with the Scoutmaster and get his permission to begin. Have the Scoutmaster sign the front of the form.

2) Check with the Advancement Chairman, the Scribe, or the Merit Badge Coordinator to get either a District or Troop counselor.

3) Complete your instruction and all badge requirements, and have the counselor sign the blue card.

4) The Scoutmaster will then sign the middle section of the card as complete (Applicant’s Record). The Scoutmaster will turn the card over to the Scribe for a computerized update, and then the Advancement Chairman will order the badge and card.

c. Merit Badge Counselors must be registered leaders and may be a parent or relative.

d. The Troop Merit Badge Coordinator will try to arrange to have all the Eagle required merit badges offered once a year between those offered at Summer Camp and what the Troop could offer.

17. Courts of Honor

a. The Court of Honor is to give formal recognition for achievement and to provide further incentive for other Scouts to advance. The Troop will try to arrange quarterly Courts of Honor.

b. The Advancement Chairman will close out all the advancement records of the Scouts two weeks prior to the Court of Honor, in order to order all the necessary badges.

c. Eagle Courts of Honor are separate functions. They are to be planned for the honor of the Eagle Scout. The Scout and his family’s desires for the Court are paramount. The Scoutmaster will get together with the family and the Scout to a plan a Court of Honor that will be memorable for the Eagle Scout.

18. Junior Leader Elections

a. Semiannual Junior Leader elections will be held within two weeks following the Spring and Fall Camporees. Election criteria is as follows:

1) SPL: Must have six months in the Troop, Star Scout or above, JLT Workshop or Orientation complete, and positive Scout spirit. The SPL may have only two terms as SPL.

2) Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL): Same criteria as the SPL in 18a.1) above. The ASPL is not elected, but selected by the SPL and approved by the Scoutmaster.

3) Patrol Leader: Must have six months in the Troop, except for New Patrols (Webelos just joining), Tenderfoot Scout or above, JLT Workshop or Orientation complete, and positive Scout spirit.

4) Assistant Patrol Leader: Must have positive Scout spirit, appointed by Patrol Leader.

b. The Scoutmaster may waive any of the above requirements for the benefit of the Troop.

c. The SPL will select all other Troop organization junior leader positions with the support of the ASPL and the Scoutmaster.

d. Only the election winner will be announed.

Section C. Junior Leadership Responsibilities

1. Patrol Leaders Council (PLC)

a. The Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) consists of the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL), the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL), the Patrol Leaders (PL), the Scribe, Troop Guides, Venture Program Chief, and the Leadership Corps.

b. The PLC meets monthly. Any problems or support requirements are given to the Troop Committee at the next Committee Meeting by the Scoutmaster.

c. The SPL runs the PLC meeting with the Scoutmaster advising and approving any PLC actions. The Scribe is required to record meeting minutes and provides a copy to the Scoutmaster by the next Troop Meeting. The meeting agenda is as follows:

1) Roll call and the reading of the old minutes.

2) The Patrols report their progress during the last month.

3) Unfinished and old business is acted upon.

4) Any new business may be brought up.

5) Troop advancement is updated. Is the Troop on track, or does the Troop need emphasis on a select topic?

6) Top level planning is performed for upcoming activities. Additional detailed planning meetings are set up on an as-needed basis.

All junior leaders should be trained through the Junior Leader Training (JLT) Workshop or Orientation. If these are not available, the Troop may conduct either individual or group training.

3. Senior Patrol Leader (SPL)

a. The SPL plans and chairs the Troop meetings and activities. He presides over the Semiannual Planning Meetings. He plans and chairs the PLC Meetings.

b. He appoints the ASPL and the other junior leader positions with the advise and counsel of the Scoutmaster. He assists the Scoutmaster with all junior leader training.

c. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

d. He may be removed from the position by the Scoutmaster for lack of leadership.

4. Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL)

a. He assists the SPL at all Troop meetings and activities, runs the Troop and the PLC in the absence of the SPL.

b. He helps train and supervises the troop scribe, quartermaster, instructors, librarian, historian, and the chaplain’s aid.

c. He serves as a member of the PLC. If a Leadership Corps exists, the ASPL is the leader.

d. He makes transportation arrangements for a Leadership Patrol. He ensures that all the other Patrols have met their transportation needs.

e. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

f. He may be removed from the position by the Scoutmaster for lack of leadership.

5. Patrol Leader (PL)

a. The PL appoints his APL. He represents the Patrol at the PLC.

b. He plans and steers the Patrol meetings. He helps Scouts advance and is the chief recruiter for new Scouts.

c. He keeps his Patrol members informed and knows what his Patrol members can do. His Patrol completes a new Patrol flag within three weeks of his election and has a Patrol Yell within two weeks.

d. He should make a concentrated effort to earn the Baden-Powell Award and report the award’s monthly status at the PLC.

e. He is a member of the PLC.

f. He makes transportation arrangements for his Patrol members for all Troop and Patrol activities, excluding Troop, Patrol, and PLC meetings.

g. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

h. He may be removed from the position by the Scoutmaster for lack of leadership.

6. Assistant Patrol Leader (APL)

a. The APL helps the PL plan and steer the Patrol meetings. He helps keep both the PL and the Patrol members informed.

b. He helps the patrol get ready for troop and patrol activities. He lends a hand in controlling the Patrol and building Patrol spirit.

c. He is a member of the PLC and represents the Patrol at the PLC in the absence of the PL.

d. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

7. Troop Guide

a. The Troop Guide introduces new Scouts to the Troop operations. He guides them through early scouting activities. He shields new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts.

b. He helps new Scouts earn First Class rank within their first year in the Troop. He teaches basic Scout skills.

c. He coaches the Patrol Leader of the First Class Emphasis Patrol on his duties, works with the Patrol Leader at the PLC, and attends the PLC with the Patrol Leader of the First Class Emphasis Patrol.

d. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

8. Junior Assistant Scoutmaster (JASM)

a. The JASM functions as an Assistant Scoutmaster and performs duties as assigned by the Scoutmaster.

b. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

9. Troop Scribe

a. The Scribe is a member of the PLC. He attends and keeps a log of the PLC Meetings.

b. He records attendance and dues.

c. He records and updates in the Troop computerized records all individual advancement records and Troop activity attendance.

d. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

10. Troop Quartermaster

a. The Quartermaster keeps current records on Troop and Patrol equipment. He ensures all equipment is in good working condition.

b. He issues equipment and makes sure that all returned equipment is in good condition. He makes recommendations on new or replacement equipment items.

c. He accomplishes a monthly inventory on all equipment. He inspects all equipment within a week after a campout. He provides a written inventory report each month on damaged or broken equipment to the Equipment Chairman prior to the Troop Committee Meeting. He continues to list all items until they are fixed or repaired.

d. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

11. Instructor

a. At the ASPL’s request, he regularly teaches basic Scouting skills in Troop and Patrol activities.

b. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

12. Chaplain Aid

a. He assists the Troop Chaplain with religious services at Troop activities. He tells Scouts about the religious emblem program for their individual faith.

b. He ensures religious holidays are considered during Troop program planning. He helps to plan religious observance in Troop activities.

c. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

13. Librarian

a. He sets up and takes care of the troop library. He keeps records of books and pamphlets owned by the Troop. He adds new or replacements books as needed. He maintains a system for checking out books and pamphlets.

b. He ensures that the Troop library has all the current 14 Eagle required merit badge books.

c. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

14. Historian

a. The Historian gathers pictures and facts about Troop activities, and takes care of Troop trophies, ribbons, flags, and souvenirs. He keeps information about former members of the Troop.

b. He assigns a photographer and a person to record the events at each Troop activity. He sets up the Troop photo album with both the pictures of each event and with the written description.

c. He sets-up and organizes Troop/Scout displays and memorabilia.

d. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

15. Den Chief

a. The Den Chief knows the purposes of Cub Scouting. He helps the Cubs advance through the Cub Scout ranks.

b. He encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout Troop upon graduation. Assists with activities at den meetings. He is a friend to the boys in the den. He helps out at weekly den meetings and monthly pack meetings. He meets with the adult members of the pack as necessary.

c. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

16. Venture Program Chief

a. He chairs the Venture Program Meetings.

b. He provides leadership for the selected high adventure activity. He keeps members informed.

c. He represents the Venture Program at the PLC.

d. He encourages the Program members to take part in the Troop and Venture activities. He locates the necessary equipment and secures the resources needed for the activity.

e. He encourages Program members to wear Venture Program patches and uniforms.

f. He sets a good example, wears the uniform properly at all official Scout functions, lives by the Scout Oath and Law, and shows positive Scout spirit.

g. The Venture Program Chief is elected during the semiannual Junior Leader elections by the members of the Venture Program.

1. The Charter Organization, Lockmar Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is to provide a place for adult leaders and Scouts to meet for the benefit of youth development. Monday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:00pm in the Lockmar Elementary School Cafeteria has been selected as the meeting place for Troop 732.

2. The Charter Organization will nominate, if necessary, or recommend possible candidates for selection by the Troop Committee for the position of Scoutmaster should the position become vacant. The Troop Committee may also nominate candidates. Final selection will be made by the Troop Committee.

3. The Charter Organization will support the needs of the Troop through their PTA meetings by trying to recruit new adult leaders. The Organization will also publicize and promote the Troop in the same manner at their meetings in order to recruit more children from the school to join Troop 732.

4. The Charter Organization will be asked to support the Troop with an annual monetary donation.

1. Scoutmaster Selection and Appointment

a. The selection of a Scoutmaster begins once the position becomes vacant or the current Scoutmaster lets it be known that he will be stepping down.

b. The Troop Committee will identify candidate Scoutmasters and evaluate, interview, and discuss the candidates as necessary.

c. The Scoutmaster will be elected by a simple majority vote of the Troop Committee.

d. Term of office for the Scoutmaster is not defined, but should be a minimum of three years duration.

e. The Troop Committee Chairman will determine any ceremonies required for the investiture of the new Scoutmaster

2. Scoutmaster Succession

a. Times may exist in which the Scoutmaster may not be available, whether health, work related, or even just busy at home. In his absence, the Scoutmaster may delegate a registered adult leader to take charge of a particular event or Troop meeting.

b. In the event that the Scoutmaster may be gone for a duration of a couple of weeks, the Scoutmaster may again delegate a registered adult leader to care for the Troop.

c. Should the Scoutmaster be absent, no one knows where he is, and no one was called to take care of the Troop, the Assistant Scoutmaster for First Class Emphasis will take care of the Troop in the interim.

d. Should the Scoutmaster take a known long leave of absence, the Scoutmaster and the Troop Committee may make arrangements to identify and select an individual to take over the Troop. Depending upon circumstances, the term of office could be an interim or a permanent basis.

3. Training

a. The Scoutmaster is required to take Basic Scoutmastership Fundamentals and attend Wood Badge Training in that order.

b. It is recommended that the Scoutmaster attend periodic training throughout his/her term of office.

4. Duties and Responsibilities

a. The Scoutmaster is the positive link between the Patrol Leaders Council, the Charter Organization, the Troop Committee Chairman and Committee members, and the parents.

b. The Scoutmaster coordinates and controls all Troop activities relative to the Troop Program. He may change, delete, modify, or add program information to this Standard Operating Procedure with the concurrence of the Troop Committee Chairman and the Senior Patrol Leader fit for the proper operation of the Troop and the benefit and well being of the Scouts.

c. He must help train and guide the junior leaders of the Troop. He must work with and through responsible adult leaders to bring Scouting to our youth.

d. He must help the Scouts grow by encouraging them to learn and become self-sufficient. He must guide the Scouts in planning the Troop program and activities.

e. He helps the Troop Committee and Assistant Scoutmasters in recruiting new adult leaders.

f. He conducts Scoutmaster Conferences. He reviews last year’s program and the current year. He guides the adults and Scouts into a program experience that will develop them both.

g. He plans an annual Troop Summer Camp that will enhance the Scouts view on Scouting and lead them through a rapid and satisfying advancement effort.

h. He plans the activities with the Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) that will earn the Troop both the Quality Unit Award and the Blue Ribbon Award.

i. The Scoutmaster will hold a monthly Program Meeting for Assistant Scoutmasters. This meeting will take place at the same time as the PLC Meeting. The Scoutmaster may hold parents meetings as he sees fit.

Assistant Scoutmasters (SA) can be recruited from many sources. They may come from other Troops, Cub Scouts, parents, and elsewhere. Anyone need only volunteer to become a SA by becoming a registered leader. The Scoutmaster may assign the Assistant Scoutmasters a designated role as defined in sections 3-8, below.

2. Training

a. All SAs must attend Basic Scoutmastership Fundamentals within their first 18 months. The Scoutmaster may waive this requirement.

b. It is recommended that all SAs attend Wood Badge Training and BSA Lifeguard Training. SAs should attend periodic training throughout their career in Scouting.

3. Assistant Scoutmaster - First Class Emphasis (FCE) Coordinator

a. The SA for FCE introduces the new, younger Scout to the ways of Boy Scouting. He helps them to master all the skill necessary to attain the rank of First Class.

b. Trains and guides the Troop Guide and provides overall supervision to the New Scout Patrols

c. Develops a close relationship with the parents of the new Scouts, and promotes the parents active involvement in their son’s activities.

d. Should the Scoutmaster be absent from the Troop activity, and not delegate the authority, the SA for FCE will advise the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) and supervise the Troop activity.

e. Works closely with the leaders of Packs that supply our Troop with new Scouts.

f. Invites Cub Scouts to attend a Troop or Patrol event such as a day hike or invites a Webelos den to be the Troop’s guest on an overnight campout.

g. Attends, with the Scoutmaster, SPL, or Troop Guide, selected Cub Pack graduation ceremonies, crossover ceremonies, and Blue & Gold banquets.

h. Controls and coordinates the Den Chief program to promote interest in Boy Scouting among the Cub Scouts in their dens. Ensures Den Chief training is completed.

4. Assistant Scoutmaster - Venture Program Coordinator

a. The SA for Venture must have excellent outdoor skills including those mentioned in the Troop Bylaws in Section B of this Operating Procedure.

b. Completes CPR certification and BSA Lifeguard training if possible.

c. Works with the Venture Program Chief and its membership. Assists in the high adventure activity planning. Organizes and coordinates Venture activities within the Troop.

d. Advisor to the monthly Venture Program meetings on high adventure programs or Venture pamphlet badges.

e. Conducts training associated with Venture activities, recruits program consultants, helps the Trail Chief locate necessary equipment, and advises the Trail Chief in arranging needed transportation.

5. Assistant Scoutmaster - Medical Coordinator

a. Maintains all adult leader and Scout Personal Health and Medical Records. Maintains all Medical Emergency Permission Forms.

b. Updates the annual Personal Health History of all Scouts and adult leaders.

c. Maintains all high adventure or specialized medical records.

d. Maintains and updates the Troop First Aid Kit.

e. Provides photocopies of the appropriate records necessary for a long term activity to that Troop program leader.

f. Completes CPR and BSA Lifeguard Training if possible.

6. Assistant Scoutmaster - Membership/Records Coordinator

a. Maintains all adult leader and Scout registration records. Provides the original hard copy to the Scribe for computerization of the individual information. The Scribe will return the original.

b. Provides a resource survey to all adults and recruits them in any needed capacity. Submits registration forms for merit badge counselors.

c. Helps the SPL in determining the proper Patrol assignment - friends, size of patrol, age etc. for each boy.

7. Assistant Scoutmaster - Fundraising Coordinator

a. Submits all Unit Money Earning Applications for all Troop, Patrol, and Eagle Project fundraisers.

b. Helps develop fundraiser ideas to support the Troop.

c. Coordinates the annual National Popcorn Fundraiser and the annual Scout Show ticket sales.

8. Assistant Scoutmaster - Activity/Special Event Coordinator

a. Gathers information from the newspapers, Scouting newsletter, Science centers, and local organizations to develop Scouting activities that would be rewarding to the Scouts interest and experience.

b. The Troop representative for Council and District activities.

c. Helps the Leadership Corps coordinate preparations for District and Council Camporees.

1. Appointment and Elections

a. The Troop Committee is formed from a group of volunteers. There is no term of office. All members are registered adults.

b. If an office is vacant, a nominee or nominees may be submitted to the committee in the form of a motion before the Committee. The election will be a majority (50 percent + one).

c. If an office is currently filled, but the Committee determines responsibilities are not being fulfilled, the Troop Committee Chairman will conduct an investigation that may lead to an election.

d. The election of a Scoutmaster is described in Section E of the SOP.

2. Training

a. All Committee members will attend Basic Scoutmastership Fundamentals within 18 months of joining the Troop. The Troop Committee Chairman may waiver this requirement.

b. It is recommended that all adult leaders attend periodic leader training throughout their career in Scouting.

3. Troop Committee

a. The Troop Committee is responsible for the support of the Troop program and the handling of all troop administration.

b. Provides meeting facilities for meetings, activities, and Boards of Review.

c. Responsible for finances and adequate funds. Obtains, maintains, and properly cares for Troop equipment and property.

d. Sees to it that quality adult leadership is recruited and trained.

4. Troop Committee Chairman

a. Sets, plans, and runs the monthly Troop Committee.

b. Organizes and delegates all function of the Committee.

c. Maintains a close relationship with the Charter organization and the Scoutmaster. Ensures that all Troop leaders and Committee members have training opportunities.

d. Interprets national and local policies. Ensures Troop representation at monthly Roundtables. Arranges for charter review and re-charter annually.

e. Sets-up Eagle Boards of Review. Invites the District representative.

5. Committee Member - Secretary

a. Keeps meeting minutes and sends out meeting notices and agendas.

b. Handles publicity and disseminates information on Troop events and activities.

6. Committee Member - Treasurer

a. Handles all Troop funds, pays bills on the recommendation of the Scoutmaster and the authorization of the Troop Committee Chairman.

b. Maintains a checking and savings account. Keeps adequate financial records. All Troop actions will be recorded.

1) Each incoming personal check will be itemized as to how much for dues, registration, or camping fees, plus the total for the check. The check bank name will be logged-in along with the check number.

2) All funds from dues, fundraisers, or uniform will be itemized in the financial log.

3) The complete financial transaction report for the month will be copied and handed out at the Troop Committee Meeting.

4) The re-registration/re-charter monthly dues/fees will be deducted per Scout per month, and a running balance will be monitored to preclude any spending of these moneys upon awards or equipment.

c. The Scoutmaster and the Troop Committee Chairman can authorize up to $25.00 per month in expenditures without Committee approval.

d. Maintains fundraising account records for each individual scout.

7. Committee Member - Attendance/Dues Chairman

a. Maintains attendance, and dues paid and unpaid records.

b. Monitors Troop advancement and activities for nonpayment of dues. Sends out letters to the Scouts parents for nonpayment.

8. Committee Member - Camping Chairman

a. Secures permission to use camping sites.

b. Serves as the transportation coordinator in conjunction with the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader’s duties.

c. Promotes the National Camping Award. Promotes attendance at Troop campouts, camporees, and summer camps to reach the goal of an outing per month.

d. Applies for local and national tour permits.

9. Committee Member - Advancement Chairman

a. Coordinates all Troop records keeping. Responsible for Rank Advancement Forms and for interfacing with the district and Council offices for awards, rank, and merit badges.

b. Encourages Scouts to advance in rank. Notifies the the Rank Advancement Coordinator of Scouts eligible for Boards of Review.

c. With the help of the Merit Badge Coordinator and the Membership/Records Coordinator, the Advancement Chairman will develop and maintain a merit badge counselor list of counselors from both the Troop and the District.

d. Provide a monthly summary of rank and merit badge activity to the Troop Committee Meeting.

e. Schedules quarterly Courts of Honor. Works with the Scribe and a Patrol to run the Court of Honor.

f. Annually audit the council’s records of the Troop. Verify all rank and merit badge dates when a Scout advances to Life, so no problems will be encountered at the Council’s Eagle audit.

g. Coordinate all records updated with the Summer Camp Scoutmaster.

h. Work with the Troop Scribe to maintain all the Scout advancement records.

10. Committee Member - Merit Badge Chairman

a. This position may be fulfilled by a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster. In that case, the individual will not be a Committee member.

b. Maintains the Troop level merit badge counselors roster. Provides a central focus for all merit badge activity including counselors, blue cards, and teaching merit badges within the Troop.

c. Issue and route all blue applications for Merit Badge cards.

d. Ensure that all Eagle required merit badges are offered at least once a year either within the Troop or at summer camp.

11. Committee Member - Rank Chairman

a. Coordinates all activities associated with rank advancement. Sets up and provides Boards of Review, except for Eagle Boards of Review.

b. Coordinates with unit leaders doing Scoutmaster Conferences, and to ensure that an adult leader does not do both the Conference and the Review for the same Scout.

c. Convenes Boards of Review for lack of rank advancement. Train all Committee members to conduct Boards of Review.

d. Ensures that the Board of Review Checklist is complete prior to the Review.

e. Designate other adult leaders who can convene Boards in the absence of the Rank Advancement Coordinator.

12. Committee Member - Chaplain

a. Provides a spiritual tone for Troop meetings and activities.

b. Promotes regular participation of the Scout in the activities of the religious organization of his choice.

c. Encourages Scouts to earn their appropriate religious emblem. Interviews the Scout and parents to provide available information on their religious emblem.

13. Committee Member - Uniform Coordinator

a. Gathers old uniforms for distribution to financially needy Scouts. Salvages older Scouts’ uniforms as they grow out of them, and uses them to equip our own Scouts.

b. Makes arrangements to obtain Troop uniform items such as the distinctive neckerchief patch, Activity uniform, or Troop hat.

14. Committee Member - Equipment Chairman

a. Supervises and helps procure camping Equipment.

b. Works with the Quartermaster on inventory, storage, and maintenance of Troop equipment.

c. Inspects the monthly Quartermaster Report on damaged equipment and makes arrangements for all repairs.

d. Submits equipment budget requirements to the Troop Committee.

My son, ______________________________________ , is hereby granted permission to participate in Boy Scout activities including Troop and Patrol meetings, campouts, camporees, service projects, and jamborees as a member of Troop 732. I understand that he is responsible for paying regular dues and supporting the purchase of food for his use on specific activities, and I will ensure that he complies.

Comments:

This form is to be used by the Scoutmaster of Boy Scout representative only after every effort is made to contact the parent of guardian and only in the case of emergency.

The patient and others whose signatures are attached below do hereby consent to any and all medical and surgical treatments including anesthesia and operations which may be deemed advisable by his or her physicians and surgeons, or in their absence the attending physicians and surgeons. The intention hereof being to grant authority to administer and to perform all and singularly and examinations or treatments, now or during the course of the patient’s care be deemed advisable or necessary. We also agree that the patient when admitted is to remain in the hospital until his or her physician recommends the patient’s discharge.

In witness of our consent and agreement to the matters stated in the three preceding sentences, we have subscribed our signatures below.

Minor - Patient

Parent or Guardian Date

STATE OF FLORIDA )

) SS

COUNTY OF BREVARD )

Sworn to and subscribed before me this ______ day of ________ in the year of our Lord ______.
(date) (month) (year)

(Seal) ________________________________
Notary Public

Commission Expires: _______________

Holmes Regional Hospital: 727-7000 Emergency: 911

Family Medical Services: 725-7717 Personal Physician: _____________________

______________________

Parent’s Phone Number: ___________________ Emergency Phone: ______________________

Name:

Home Address:

Mailing Address:

Home Phone:

Date of Birth:

Date Last Physical:

Parents:

Dad’s Occupation/Phone:

Mom’s Occupation/Phone:

Cub Scout: Yes/No From: To: Highest Rank:

Date Joined Boy Scouts: Date Joined Troop 732:

ACTIVITY:

LOCATION:

DATE:

Attachment 4

Purpose - The purpose of this procedure is to provide guidelines and a format that will enable boys to plan the details of a weekend activity. The plan will be completed by each patrol or the Venture Program participating in a weekend outing.

Resources - The following data will be required by the PLC/Venture Program to initiate the trip plan:

• Troop Calendar
• Road maps
• Trail maps

Responsibilities - The responsibilities for completing the trip plan are as follows:

• Patrol Leader/Trail Chief - Patrol Leader/Trail Chief will gather all information and complete Form 732-1, WEEKEND TRIP PLAN. He will collect the money from his patrol for the trip expenses and the purchase of food. He will submit the plan to SPL and Adult Advisor for approval. After approval he will present the plan to his patrol. The Patrol Leader should contact the SPL with any questions. The Trail Chief should contact the Program Chief.
• SPL - The SPL will identify the destination and focus of the trip from the troop calendar. He will determine departure and return times and travel routes and provide this data to the Patrol Leaders at the PLC meeting. The SPL will provide guidance to the Patrol Leaders for completing the remainder of the plan. The SPL (or Trail Chief) will contact participating adults and request a volunteer to be the Aquatics Supervisor if aquatic activities are planned. The SPL will consolidate the data from lines 9 and 10 of the plans submitted by all patrols and assess if sufficient transportation has been planned for the troop. The SPL (or Trail Chief) will request the Camping Chairman to apply for a tour permit and will request the Adult Advisor to contact Park/Forest Ranger personnel as required for reservations and information or permission to cross private property. The SPL will be responsible for collecting and accounting for the money from the patrols for trip expenses. The money collected will be turned over to the Adult Advisor. The SPL will review all patrol plans prior to submission to the Adult Advisor for approval and will provide guidance to boys with less experience.
• Adult Advisor - There will be a single Adult Advisor who will assume overall responsibility for the trip. The Adult Advisor may be the Scout Master, Venture Program Assistant Scout Master, or any other Assistant Scout Master designated by the Scout Master as the Adult Advisor for the trip. The Adult Advisor will distribute the money collected from the patrols for the trip in accordance with the Standard Operation Procedure. The Adult Advisor will contact Park/Forest Ranger personnel as required for reservations and information or permission to cross private property. The Adult Advisor will be available to answer questions from the SPLIProgram Chief and provide guidance to boys with less experience. The Adult Advisor will have final approval of the plan.
• Camping Chairman - The Camping Chairman will make a final determination if sufficient transportation has been planned for the troop. The Camping Chairman will apply for the troop tour permit.

Schedule - To assure coordination when multiple patrols are participating in the activity, lines 2 through 7 of the plan will be completed by the SPL prior to the PLC meeting preceding the activity. The Patrol Leader will complete lines 1, 8, and 16 during the PLC meeting and will complete lines 9 and 10 in the time frame between the PLC meeting and the troop meeting preceding the activity. In all cases, lines 1 through 10 must be completed prior to the regular Monday troop meeting the week of the outing. Requests for Aquatics Supervisor, tour permit, and Park/Forest Ranger contacts will be made during the troop meeting (lines 11,12, and 13). Lines 14, 15, and 17 may be completed during the troop meeting patrol time. The plan must be approved by the SPL and Adult Advisor before the end of the troop meeting on the Monday prior to the outing.

Procedure - Complete Form 732-1, WEEKEND TRIP PLAN as instructed below:

Line 1 - Enter your patrol name or Venture Program.

Line 2 - Describe the general activity planned for the outing (hiking, canoeing, car camping). Be sure to include secondary activities such as swimming or fishing if they are planned.

Line 3 - Give the location of the activity. If a hike or canoe trip is planned from the destination, identify the trail head where the cars will be left.

Line 4 - The normal departure is from the Public’s parking lot on Malabar Road at 6:00 PM on Friday. If other arrangements are necessary reflect them in this plan.

Line 5 - Give detailed directions from the place of departure to the destination. The numbers of all highways and roads must be identified.

Line 6 - If the route returning is the same as the route going, enter "Return by same route". If a different return route is planned, provide same details as line 5.

Line 7 - The normal return is to Mr. Ayer’s house at 1:00 PM on Sunday. If other arrangements are necessary reflect them in this plan.

Line 8 - Tell where the troop will be staying the Friday night after arrival. If the plan is to hike or canoe some distance from the cars, identify the number of miles that will be covered. Identify wake-up and trail time for the next days. Give a description of the route to be taken each day from the starting point to the destination. Identify the total miles planned for each days hike/canoe travel. Attach marked copies of trail maps covering the entire trip.

Line 9 - Contact each member of your patrol to confirm their participation in the activity. Include in the list any adult who may be driving/participating.

Line 10 - It is the Patrol Leaders responsibility to line up drivers for your patrol. Each patrol is strongly encouraged to include as a driver a parent who is not an Assistant Scout Master. Any parent who drives is invited to stay and participate in the weekends activities. List all drivers and indicate if they are driving both ways or just going or just returning.

Line 11 - The SPL/Trail Chief will contact participating adults and request a volunteer to be the Aquatics Supervisor if aquatic activities are planned. The Aquatics Supervisor will sign line 11 of each patrol’s plan and enter his/her certification type, certification expiration date, and his/her age.

Line 12 - The SPL/Trail Chief will consolidate the data from lines 9 and 10 of the plans submitted by all patr6ls and assess if sufficient transportation has been planned for the troop. The SPL will request a tour permit from the Camping Chairman. The SPL will have the Camping Chairman initial line 12 of each patrol’s plan to confirm that the request for a tour permit has been made.

Line 13 - The SPL/Trail Chief will request the Adult Advisor to contact Park/Forest Ranger personnel as required for reservations and information or permission to cross private property. The SPL will have the Adult Advisor initial line 13 of each patrol’s plan to confirm that the request has been made.

Line 14 - Identify the menu for each meal in sufficient detail to allow for purchase of the food by an individual other than yourself. Indicate if Friday supper and Sunday lunch are to be eaten at home, purchased on the road, or prepared in camp. Keep the average cost of meals prepared in camp less than two dollars per person for each meal.

Line 15 - Identify the individual that is responsible for purchasing all the food for your patrol. If each individual is responsible for purchasing his own food, enter "Each individual" on this line.

Line 16 - List all the costs associated with the trip.

• Camping surcharge - $1 for troop camping equipment maintenance and purchase of consumables.
• Reimbursement of driver expenses - $1 for short trips (Okalawaha), $3 - $5 for longer trips (LaNoChe, Ocala National Forest), and $5 - $7 for long trips (Olustee, Everglades, Keys).
• Camping at public camp grounds or other council camps - See Adult Advisor for cost estimate.
• Food purchased for preparation in camp - $2 for each meal. If the cost of food is less, change will be returned to individuals prior to departure on Friday.

Each participating individual will be responsible for bringing the money for the above items to the Monday troop meeting prior to the trip. The money collected by the patrols for the camping surcharge, reimbursement of driver expenses, and public camping will be turned over to the SPL. The money for the purchase of food for preparation in camp will be turned over to the person responsible for purchasing all the food for your patrol.

Additionally, each individual should bring money with him on the trip as necessary for the following items:

• Meals purchased on the road.
• Refreshments or souvenirs at road stops or concession stands in public parks.

Line 17 - Use this space to provide any additional information needed by your patrol members. If planned, items such as fishing or snorkeling gear should be listed here.

Signatures - Sign your name to the plan and give it to your SPL/Program Chief who will coordinate it with the Adult Advisor.

TRIP AND TOUR PERMIT PLANNER

1. Patrol Name:

2. Focus of Trip:

3. Destination:

4. Departure Place: Date: Time:

5. Route Going:

6. Route Returning:

7. Return Place: Date: Time:

8. Hiking/Float Plan (Describe and attach marked maps):

Friday Miles _______

Saturday Day Miles ______

Sunday Day Miles ______

9. Participants (including adults):

10. Persons Driving:

11. Adult with current water safety certification for aquatic events (if applicable):

Type of certification:___________________ Expiration date: _______________ Age: _____

12. Tour Permit Requested (Initialed by Camping Chairman) _______

13. Park/Forest Ranger Contacted (Initialed by Adult Advisor) _______

14. Menu:

Friday Menu:

Supper:

Saturday Menu:

Breakfast:

Lunch:

Supper:

Sunday Menu:

Breakfast:

Lunch:

15. Food Purchased By:

16. Cost:

17. Special Equipment/Remarks:

Form 732-I Attachment 5

Advnacement Flow

Attachment 6

Instructions: This check list must be filled In and presented to the Board of Review Chairman at the start of your board of review. All signatures must be affixed and dated by an adult Scouter.

1. Computerized Board of Review Form / Requirements Check

2. Active Participation In Troop Activities

3. Dues paid up to date of Board of Review

4. Full Class-A Uniform

5. BSA Handbook, Log Book dedicated to scouting, pen/pencil

Attachment 7

BSA TROOP 732

SPECIFIC ACTIVITY PERMISSION FORM

My son, _____________________________________ , is hereby granted permission to participate in the scheduled activity identified below:

I understand that my son is responsible for any costs associated with food purchased for his use and I will ensure that he complies.

Attachment 8

RANK ADVANCEMENT FORM

Troop 732

Date Started: __________

Attachment 9

Individual History/Transfer Report