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BOY SCOUTS OF
CASCADE DISTRICT CHIEF SEATTLE COUNCIL Organization Structure The troop is boy-led: 1. Patrol leadership: a Patrol Leader leads Patrols of 8-10 boys and Assistant Patrol Leader elected by the patrol every 6 months. Patrols are a mixture of ages in order to allow older boys to be role models and teach scout skills to younger Scouts. 2. Troop elected leadership (12 months): Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) 3. Assistant SPLs (2) chosen by the SPL 4. Other leadership positions: Librarian, Scribe, Historian, Quartermaster, Chaplain Aide, Troop Guide, Den Chief, Instructor, Junior Assistant Scoutmaster. 5. Patrol Leaders' Council (including SPL and Patrol Leaders) plan troop activities with advice from adult leaders. Meets monthly 7:00-7:30 PM Registered Adult Leaders: Scoutmaster: Christopher Myers (since Dec 1982); Assistant Scoutmasters: Joe Lamonica, Dave Vossler,
Program
A. Weekly troop meetings: three Monday nights each month - 7:30-8:45 PM - all year-round (except the Monday after a campout weekend when the troop committee & all parents meet)
B. Four Courts of Honor each year (March, June, Sept, December) this is where merit badges, rank advancement, and other awards are presented to the Scouts.
C. Large selection and variety of activities: A minimum one campout each month, week-long summer resident camp every July, backpacking trips, high-adventure opportunities for older scouts, BSA national Jamboree at Fort AP Hill, Virginia,National high-adventure base: Philmont Scout Camp at Cimarron, NM every 2nd summer, patrol activities, service projects, Winter camp, spring Cascade district Camporee, 50-mile hike, and other varied fun activities (e.g., field trips, professional ball games).
D. Program to advance younger Scouts through the Tenderfoot, 2nd Class and 1st Class ranks within about their first year.
E. Support to advance older Scouts through the Star, Life and Eagle ranks. Two adult leader advisors for those seeking Eagle Scout.
Why join troop 438?
A. Outstanding program of activities multiple times a month (See calendar).
B. Activities for Scouts ages 11-17 years.
C. Summer resident camp is supported by Scouters (registered leaders) and troop parents with a ratio of one adult per 5 to6 Scouts. Leadership, Scout skills development, merit badge completion, social development, and FUN are emphasized.
D. Recent Summer Camps: 2004: 2005: 2005: 95th Anniversary National Boy Scout Jamboree, 2006: 2007: 2008: 2009: E. Recent High-Adventure Trips: 1999: North Cascades (Stehekin/Glacier Peak) 2000: Mt Rainier Wonderland Trail (100+ miles) 2001: Philmont Scout Ranch (70+miles) 2004: 10-day backpacking trip to Philmont National Scout Ranch, NM 2005: 5-day whitewater raft trip on 2005: Windsurfing on Columbia River, 2006: 10-day backpacking trip to Philmont National Scout Ranch, NM 2007: 50-mile backpacking trip on Pacific Crest Trail 2008: Philmont Scout Ranch (10 days-88 miles) Yearly: Igloo camping at
F. Great parent support and adult leadership to provide teaching and guidance. We have our own counselors for virtually every merit badge the Scout might choose.
G. Dues only $35 to cover BSA and Chief Seattle Council registration and insurance. Fundraiser (food concession at Kelsey Creek Farm one day in April and one weekend in October) funds the troop
H. Camping equipment is stored at Christ the
I. Medium size of troop (averaging 45 active Scouts) is optimal for providing a wide selection of activities while ensuring that younger Scouts receive plenty of attention from older Scouts, Scoutmaster, Asst. Scoutmasters and other Scouters and parents.
For boys joining troop 438:
The troop has been sponsored by Christ the
Boys may join at any time if they are 11-years old, in the fifth grade, or have completed the Cub Scout Arrow of Light Award.
We ask that all parents support their sons in the troop and make a place for yourself in your son’s Scouting experience. We all want Scouting to be a fun, learning experience for your sons, to help them grow into responsible men and citizens, and to learn to be of service to others. To make this experience as meaningful as possible, all parents and Scouts need to understand and follow the troop guidelines listed below.
Troop meetings are held each Monday night at 7:30 - 8:45 PM at the church. Patrol meetings may be held on another night in place of a meeting or in addition to troop meetings.
The Scout Oath and Law are to be followed in all activities and serve as the rules that all Scouts must follow.
The Scout uniform should be worn to all troop meetings and is required on all outings. This includes the Scout shirt and troop neckerchief. Scout pants, long or short, are encouraged but are not mandatory.
Each Scout should have the following equipment, at a minimum: Sleeping bag, insulated sleeping pad, backpack with a frame (internal or external), mess gear, compass, and rain gear. Borrowing gear is a good idea initially because it provides an opportunity to test and examine.
YEARLY REGISTRATION FEES
BSA registration $10.00
ONE TIME EXPENSE (upon joining the troop – New Scout)
Neckerchief $10.00 New Scouts should purchase: Boy Scout shirt, council patches, world scouting patch, Boy Scout Handbook, 11th edition.
Optional items are: BSA Field book, 4th ed., current year Merit Badge Requirements book, Badge Magicâ, pants, belt, jacket and hat.
The Puget Sound Scout shop is located at Chief Seattle Council headquarters on
Advancement is a personal and individual choice. Each boy advances according to his own interest and abilities. Parents need to know the advancement plan and how to assist and encourage your son’s participation and show confidence in his performance.
Whom to call with questions: Dave Vossler Assistant Scoutmaster 425-644-7109 To email these volunteers, use the feedback link to the left.
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