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Boy Scout Troop 144

Parent Handbook
Marietta First Baptist Church 148 Church Street Marietta, GA 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Foothills District Atlanta Area Council Boy Scouts of America

This handbook is published as a guide for you and your family. Troop Handbook Revision 1.1
(Troop Handbook.doc)

5/20/04

   

148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Handbook Contents

1) Scoutmaster Welcome 2) Membership a) How to Join b) Transferring from another Troop c) Costs d) Attendance e) Conduct f) Troop Rules 3) Troop Organization a) Sponsor b) History c) Troop Committee d) Leadership e) Patrols f) Venture Scouting 4) Regular Activities a) Troop Meetings b) Patrol Meetings c) Troop Activities d) Summer Camp e) Venture Activities

5) Advancement a) Rank b) Scouting Skills & Signoff c) Merit Badges d) Service Projects e) Scout Spirit f) Leadership g) Scoutmaster Conference h) Board of Review i) Court of Honor (Awards Ceremony) j) Road to Eagle Scout 6) Uniform & Equipment a) Scout Uniform b) Placement of Scout Insignia c) Camping Gear 7) Appendix a) BSA Mission Statement b) Position of the Boy Scouts of America on Duty to God c) Medical Forms d) Consent Forms

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148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Welcome

MESSAGE FROM THE SCOUTMASTER

Welcome to Troop 144


Congratulations, We are one of the oldest and most established troops in Cobb County, having been active at Marietta First Baptist since 1941. We are blessed with a large number of active, well-trained, eager adult leaders for your son, and the Scouting program is high on their priority list. We are sponsored by the First Baptist Church of Marietta, which believes Scouting is a worthwhile program to support. You are joining one of the most worthwhile and challenging youth organizations in the world - Boy Scouts of America. The formula is simple: have fun camping, hiking, and learning about a wide variety of subjects. The result is a mature, responsible, and self-confident young man. Boy Scouts differs from most other youth organizations in that the Scouts plan and run the Troop meetings and campouts. This is done to give a boy experience to become a future leader. The adults act as advisors, instructors, and counselors, not as active leaders. Experienced Scouts also do much of the teaching. We have an active outdoor program. We camp, hike, or conduct service projects every month. It is our goal to provide a quality program for the Scouts. To do this, we need to actively recruit parents to participate and contribute their talents, skills, and time to the Scouts and the program. Troop meetings are held every Tuesday night, at 7:15 p.m., in the area under the chapel of the Marietta First Baptist Church. We hope to see you there. Darden Borders Scoutmaster (H)-770 973-9693 (C)-770-480-7918

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How to join Troop 144

148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Membership
Submit a completed Boy Scout application and a health history signed by your parent or guardian. Complete the following requirements from the Boy Scout handbook. Copies of the handbook are available from the troop store or the BSA-Scout Shop.  Repeat the pledge of allegiance (page 6).  Demonstrate the scout salute, sign, and handclasp (page 7).  Show how to tie the square knot (also known as the joining knot, page 8).  Understand and agree to live by the scout oath, the scout law, the scout motto, the scout slogan, and the outdoor code (page 9).  Describe the scout badge (page 10).  With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet "how to protect your children from child abuse and drug abuse".  Participate in a scoutmaster conference. Parents fill out medical information and a release form. Parents should also fill out a troop resource survey.

Transferring from another Troop


Scouts transferring into troop 144 need to submit an advancement history from the previous troop or a transfer report, along with BSA Application and medical history signed by a guardian and $1.00 transfer fee.

Costs
Annual Troop dues are $65.00. This covers the following: 1. BSA registration, 2. Boys life magazine, 3. BSA insurance,

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The Troop furnishes the following for new Scouts: 1. Troop hat, 2. Scout neckerchief, 3. Troop 144 shoulder patch,

148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

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Membership
4. 50-year patch, and 5. Class-B Uniform T-shirt.

Additional supplies of these items are available at the Troop Store.

Attendance
Active, regular participation is encouraged. The more active your son is in scouting, the more he will gain from scouting. When your son first joins Scouting, it takes about six months to get used to the Scouting way. Encourage your son to hang in there at least this long and give it a fair chance. If there is a problem, please contact the Scoutmaster or an adult leader. We will work with you to find a solution. We don't like to lose any young men from the program, especially if it could have been prevented. We are striving to provide the best possible program for your son. Scouting offers a wide variety of activities and learning opportunities.

Conduct
Parents, please instruct your son to follow the rules of the Troop and the instructions of the Troop Leaders. Any Scout that becomes a disciplinary problem or exhibits inappropriate behavior will be dealt with as deemed appropriate by the Troop Leadership. If the problem persists, the parent will be contacted to take further action. Removal from the troop is a last resort.

Troop Rules
The following rules are adopted by the Troop Committee and are meant to apply to all in attendance at any official scouting function. The troop committee must approve any variation. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Adherence to the scout law and the scout oath is expected. Scouts must maintain a respectful attitude toward adult and boy leaders. Physical abuse or harassing of one scout to another or abusive language is not acceptable behavior in this troop. Full registration, medical release, and information forms must be completed and on file for each boy prior to his participation in an event. All members are expected to wear the designated complete uniform to every function unless otherwise specified. Traveling to and from outing must be in class "a" uniform.
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Membership
No use of tobacco, alcoholic beverage or other controlled substances on scout functions will be allowed. All prescribed and over the counter medications for the scouts must be given to the scoutmaster for distribution to the boy, as per the parents written instructions. Adhere to the outdoor code found in the Boy Scout Handbook. Dues are $65.00. All dues should be paid in full by December 1st for the upcoming year. (Need assistance? See rule #17.) All dues, camping registration fees, and other financial matters must be cleared up before a boy can participate in any event. Camping fees are to be turned in no later than the meeting prior to the event. (Family hardship? See # 17.) Should a behavior problem develop with one of the scouts, his parents may be asked to attend functions with him until the problem is corrected. Fixed blade, oversized, or non-regulation knives or axes are not allowed. Boys must earn a "totin' chip" in order to use or carry any approved blade instrument. The "totin' chip" must be carried whenever in possession of a blade instrument. Unsafe use or inability to demonstrate to a scout leader any requirements of the "totin' chip" can be cause for revocation. Warnings are issued by removing corners of the "totin' chip" card. See scout handbook about 'totin' chip. Please do not carry junk food or candy on campouts. Soft drinks will only be allowed for a sack lunch or if approved in the menu on outings. No firearms, fire works, or projectile shooting devices are allowed except by written permission of the scoutmaster. No radios, televisions, electronic games, cell phones, or sound systems are allowed on campouts without special approval by scoutmaster. It is very rare that a family member should sign off a scout's advancement. If there is doubt, seek approval from the scoutmaster or advancement committee chairperson. It is not the intent of troop 144 or these policies to prevent any eligible boy from participating in troop activities or scouting due to financial difficulties. Camper assistance is available for those that need assistance. Contact the scoutmaster or committee chairman for more information. Troop officer suggestions: The minimum rank for senior patrol leader and assistant is first class and should be 13 years old. Patrol leader should be first class. The senior patrol leader will be elected by the troop membership, subject to approval by the scoutmaster. The senior patrol leader will appoint, with scoutmaster approval, the assistant senior patrol leader, librarian, quartermaster, historian, scribe, and den chiefs as needed. Patrol leaders are elected by the patrols or appointed by the scoutmaster. They will in turn appoint their assistant leaders. The term of office will be six months.

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Sponsor

148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Troop Organization
The Marietta First Baptist Church at 148 Church Street sponsors troop 144. We are their guests. They support Troop 144 by providing meeting facilities and financial assistance. Behavior: Scouts must be respectful of the church and others church activities. Scouts are NOT allowed in other areas of the buildings before or after scout meetings. During meeting time (7:15 9:00 approximately) Scouts may be in other areas of the facility with adult supervision. Unsupervised Scouts are not to be dropped off at the church early. Running, horseplay, yelling, etc is not appropriate behavior in the church! Scout Sunday: One Sunday each spring is designated as Scout Sunday. The Troop will sit together during morning worship services with parents sitting behind the Troop. It is very important that we as a Troop have a good turnout to show our support to the Church. Following worship, the troop will have a cooking or other scout-skill demonstration

History
Scout Troop 144 was originally organized in Vinings, Georgia as Troop 1. The Troop changed sponsorship and scoutmasters several times. It later became Scout Troop 144 and continued in Vinings until 1939. In January of 1941, Troop 144 was reorganized under the sponsorship of the First Baptist Church of Marietta. Since that time, Troop 144 has been under the continuous sponsorship of the Marietta First Baptist Church. The gold bar, worn on the left sleeve of our uniform, signifies fifty years of service and activities as Troop 144 at Marietta First Baptist. We celebrated our 60th birthday during Scout Week of February 2001. Nine men have served as Scoutmaster in Troop 144 during its 50 plus years at Marietta First Baptist. Of those nine, Major Griffin L. Chalfant was Scoutmaster from 1962-1974, Ted M. Vinson from 1974-1993, and Darden Borders became Scoutmaster in 1993. All three of these men have worked together in Troop 144, providing consistency in leadership in the Troop for over 40 years. Darden Borders, Scoutmaster since 1993, is in no way a newcomer to Scouting or to Troop 144. He joined the Troop as a boy in 1963, earning his Eagle and God and Country awards. He, also, served in almost every office in the Troop before being "forced" into adult leadership of the Troop at age 18. Darden continued for several years as an Assistant Scoutmaster. In 1989 he began work
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Troop Organization
as the Cub master bringing new life to Pack 144 and continued in that role until accepting the position as Scoutmaster. He is also very active in Scouting leadership and services on the Foothills District level.

Troop Committee
The Troop Committee is the governing authority of our troop. All parents of scouts on the active roster are invited to attend. Committee meetings are held in the Scout office of MFBC at 7:00 PM of the Wednesday following the second Thursday (Roundtable, the district scouters meeting) of each month. The Troop Committee encourages parents to participate in committee meetings to better understand and be involved in the organization, direction, activity planning, and leadership of the Troop.

Parent Participation
Parent participation is urged. When you see an activity or a trip in the Troop newsletter ("BUSHWACKER") that you would like to attend and assist with, please call the Scoutmaster. He will gladly tell you what you can do to help. We always need good support. The key to Scouting is "Outing," so let's work together toward having a great Scouting experience. Parents are invited to campouts and other outings.

Leadership
There are opportunities for both boys and adults to hold leadership positions. Scouting is largely boy lead, under the supervision and direction of trained adult Scout Leaders. Scouting offers a host of opportunities for young men to learn to lead. Some scout positions are appointed by the Scoutmaster, others are elected by the scout membership. Your son should be encouraged to seek out opportunities to lead. Leadership is required for all ranks above First Class.

Patrols
The Patrol is basic unit of the scout program. Troop membership is divided into patrols. The Scoutmaster, with consideration of scout preferences, assigns scouts to patrols. New scouts and Webelos will generally be distributed into existing patrols whereby the younger scouts will learn and benefit from the experience of the older scouts.

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148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Troop Organization
Each patrol determines its own name, yell, and will elect a Patrol Leader for a term of approximately six months. The Patrol Leader will assign an Assistant Patrol Leader. The Patrol Leader at campouts and other outings will assign scouts tasks on a Duty Roster. Each member of the Patrol is expected to carry his portion of the load without argument. Because the Patrol, like the Scout Troop, is boy run, and there are boy-to-boy relationship dynamics at work, there are likely to be occasional squabbles. Troop Leaders pay special attention to such issues and attempt to facilitate peaceful resolutions. Hazing is not allowed and will not be tolerated in our Troop.

Venture Scouting
Venture Scouting is an elite group of scouts who possess the knowledge and skills to engage in high adventure activities. It is designed for older boys who have proven their skills and leadership to participate in challenging activities that put their skills to the test while having fun. The Venture Crew serves the Scout Troop by assisting younger scouts to learn necessary skills and encouraging advancement. The Venture Crew is a part of Troop 144 that participates in regular troop outings in addition to their own additional exciting activities. To participate in Venture Scouting, a Scout must be: 1. 2. 3. 4. Fourteen years of age; At least First Class; Active in regular Troop activities; and Carrying out his responsibilities as a troop leader in a satisfactory manner.

Our Venture Crew is presently inactive.

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Troop Meetings

148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Regular Activities

Meetings are every Tuesday night from 7:15 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at the Marietta First Baptist Church Scout room. The Boy Scout area is in the 150 Area of the basement under the old historic chapel. Visitors are always welcome. Opening Ceremony: Each Troop meeting begins with an American Flag and Scout Flag presentation. Once the flags are presented, the troop recites the Pledge of Allegiance. At this time announcements and presentations are made. Closing Ceremony: The Troop will circle-up, with the lights out, have a closing ceremony. It begins with the Scout Vespers: Softly falls the light of day, As our campfire fades away. Silently each Scout should ask. Have I done my daily task? Have I kept my honor bright? Can I guiltless sleep tonight? Have I done and have I dared, Everything to be prepared? The Scoutmaster shares a few words of guidance, final announcements, and the meeting is then closed with the prayer: And now, may the Great Scoutmaster of all Scouts be with us until we meet again. Amen. Good night Scouts!

Patrol Meetings
The Patrols meet during designated times of troop meetings. patrols will elect to meet at other times and locations. Occasionally

Troop Activities
One of the main events of Scouting is the outing: camping, hiking, boating, caving, etc. Weekend trips are planned each month. The Scouts look forward to these trips with great anticipation. However, they need your help to remember to sign up, pay for and gather the equipment they will need.

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148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Regular Activities
Camping with the troop is the opportunity for scouts to learn and grow together. They work together, eat together, fuss together; this is also a time they can work on rank advancement and merit badge requirements. On these trips the Scouts are exposed to the preparation of their own food, camping in general, nature, survival, discipline, learning to do for themselves, etc. Last but not least, they engage in fun, adventure and fellowship. Camping, hiking, boating, all contributes to our outdoor program. Some of the camping highlights include: the annual Mystery Campout, a semi-annual trip to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Reserve, and an incomparable week of summer camp! Troop 144 is also regularly present in District camporees and Atlanta Area Council activities such as the Scout Show -- we have dozens of blue ribbons to prove it! It is often said that "Scouting is Outing!" and you can see that we at Troop 144 believe that, but you can also see that we believe that Scouting is much more. Scouting is a chance for us to share with young men values and skills that we believe will enrich their lives and the lives of those who encounter them. We have training for the Boy Scout Troop Leaders to instruct them in the proper method of food planning and purchase for their patrols. We do not buy nor condone junk food for the weekend. Speaking of food, it would also help if you began teaching your son to cook on your stove at home. This will help him work on his cooking skills. His fellow Scouts will be appreciative. Records: Keep a running list of all camp outs, activities, and summer camps attended in the front of the Scout Handbook. This is the permanent record of your achievements. Safety: Every effort is made to insure your Scout's safety; however, some accidents will happen. Most of these accidents can be handled with our knowledge of first aid. Should a more serious injury occur, the Scout is taken to the nearest hospital. This is the reason for the medical release form you are asked to complete, sign and keep updated with information on your son's medical health. If your son is taking any medication, always let the Scoutmaster or the Scout leaders who will be in charge know. Only this adult administers medicine. Parents will be notified only in extreme cases of injury or illness, where the seriousness warrants a return home. While on certified BSA trips or meetings, BSA Insurance Policies cover all medical expenses not covered by family policies. However, the scout needs to be on the trip roster for that outing. Early sign-up ensures this happens.

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148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Regular Activities
Costs: Each Scout is assessed a certain amount of money to cover the cost of the campout or activity. Understand these moneys cover the groceries, staples, entrance fees, sometimes travel, and other incidentals. Each scout must pay camping fees on time. Money cannot be refunded, after food is purchased, final plans are set, and expenses have been paid. However, we will gladly refund whenever possible. Departure: We usually meet at the church on Friday evening at 5PM (each event can be different so check to be sure). Each Scout must be in Class-A uniform for traveling to and from events. Return: Most trips arrive back at the church between 1PM to 2PM on Sunday afternoon. We will usually not stop for lunch if we expect to return by 12:30. Food: Each Scout should bring a sack dinner for Friday night and money (approx. $5) for fast food on the return trip Sunday. Any drinks on the trip must have a re-closable top to prevent spillage in vehicles.

Summer Camp
We, as a troop, attend a weeklong BSA summer camp. We generally select a different camp each summer, alternating between in and out of District camps. At approximately $200, BSA summer camps are one of the best financial bargains available. Summer camp is a wonderful way for the Scout to earn merit badges, learn scout skills, and achieve rank advancement requirements. A lockable footlocker is recommended for scout gear. Remember to bring the Scout Handbook. Sign-up for merit badges is often required prior to attending camp; please see the summer camp coordinator to ensure sign-up. If a scout cannot attend summer camp with our troop, he can attend alone as a provisional camper or with another troop. Please see the Scoutmaster to discuss alternative plans.

Venture Activities
Our Venture Crew is presently inactive. However, special venture trips for the older scouts are a possibility as a patrol activity.

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148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Advancement
Since 1910, it has been the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping to instill values in young men, to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime and achieve their full potential. Scouting works towards three aims. One is growth in moral strength and character. The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the Scout Oath and Law. Second is strengthening his relations with others through participating in citizenship. The third aim is the development of physical, mental, and emotional fitness. To accomplish these aims, Boy Scouting has developed its program using several methods. One of these is Advancement. Scouting provides a series of realistic goals and steps to achieve those goals through the Advancement method. The Scout plans his advancement and progresses at his own pace as he overcomes each challenge. The Scout is rewarded for each achievement, which helps him gain self-confidence. These steps in the advancement system help a boy grow in self-reliance and the ability to help others. If you have any questions or concerns about the Scout advancement program, please call the Scoutmaster, Advancement Chairman or Troop Guide. The purpose is to help each boy develop to his fullest capability and enjoy the Scouting program while he learns and matures.

Rank
The Boy Scout advancement program is designed to teach boys to become responsible adults. During the progression through the scout ranks toward Eagle Scout and the attainment of merit badges, older scouts and adult leaders, rather than his parents, coach a boy. As a Scout progresses, he is expected to take on the responsibilities of leadership and training of younger Scouts. The first four ranks of advancement: Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class, have specific skills that the scout must complete and demonstrate to obtain the rank. These are found in the Scout Handbook. The requirements for the ranks of Star, Life, and Eagle, also found in the Scout Handbook, are quite a bit different. Each of these higher ranks requires that you: Earn a set number of merit badges,  Accept a position of responsibility in the Troop, and  Be of service to the community. 

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Scouting Skills & Signoff

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Advancement

Unlike Webelos and Cub scouts, parents are not encouraged to signoff their sons rank requirements. Scouts holding the rank of First Class and above, and adult Scout leaders are eligible to signoff scouts on rank requirements for Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class. Younger scouts should seek out sign offs when they feel they are ready to demonstrate requisite knowledge and skill. It is very rare that a family member (parent or sibling) should sign off a scout's advancement. Generally, such situations occur only if an adult is leading a merit badge or skill clinic where their son is also participating with other scouts. If there is doubt, seek approval from the scoutmaster or advancement committee chairperson. A Troop Guide is a Scout that has obtained at least the rank of First Class and is responsible for encouraging and helping the younger Scouts complete requirements for those ranks through First Class. An Advancement Chairman is an adult Committee member that has the responsibility of interfacing with the Troop Committee, Scoutmaster, Merit Badge Counselors, and the Scouts to ensure the Scouts are receiving the necessary support to obtain advancement. All scouts, below Star rank, should bring their handbooks to all troop outings and activities in the event that opportunities to sign off requirements are made available. More advanced scouts may need theirs for reference when teaching.

Merit Badges
Merit Badge Counselors are adults who have been recruited from Scout leaders, parents, and other interested community volunteers. These people are the backbone of the merit badge program. There are never enough Merit Badge Counselors to satisfy the need. Each parent of a Scout is encouraged to volunteer to be a counselor in one or more subjects. Your job, hobby, or other skills you have acquired, along with a desire to help young men, qualifies you to become a counselor. Please see the Scoutmaster or Advancement Chairman for details and a Troop Resource Survey Sheet. Records: All merit badges require a Blue Card signed by the Scoutmaster. These can be obtained from the Advancement Chairman. Troop 144 also has a library of merit badge books to help the scout and you can get additional info at www.MeritBadge.com.

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148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

Marietta First Baptist Church

Advancement
When you receive a merit badge, be sure to keep the card that comes with it. This way you have a permanent record of all merit badges earned. Merit Badge Clinics: The Cobb District Advancement Committee holds District Merit Badge Clinics about once a month. These clinics usually last half a day on Saturdays. Scouts that plan to attend one of these must sign up at the Troop meeting two weeks prior to the clinic so we can register as a troop. There is usually a small cost to attend these clinics. See the Troop Guide, Advancement Chairman, or Scoutmaster to sign up for these clinics. They are an excellent way to earn merit badges. NESA: Even new scouts will benefit by paying special attention to the 12 merit badges required for Eagle. Special merit badge clinics for Eagle merit badges are held locally every spring and fall. This one-day clinic is known as NESA (National Eagle Scout Association) day. Scouts must at least First Class to participate. Our Troop coordinates registration and attendance to this program. Troop Clinics: Troop Merit Badge Clinics are planned occasionally as needed. The times and places will vary. See the Scoutmaster or Advancement Chairman to set up the clinic you would like to volunteer to help lead. If you have the required expertise, we can help define the clinic and find any additional help needed.

Service Projects
Scouts have accepted a challenge to: Do a good turn daily. A major part of our program seeks to involve the Scouts in many service and conservation activities. We have worked to clean and improve trails and camping areas, volunteered at the shelter for the homeless, collected food for the needy, and done other projects as good turns to our neighbors.

Scout Spirit
The rules for Scouting can be found in the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout Slogan, and Scout Motto. These are learned to become a Tenderfoot Scout. It is following these rules in everyday life, that the Scout demonstrates Scout Spirit.

Leadership
Scouting is largely geared toward developing effective leadership qualities. These skills and experiences will benefit the scout throughout his lifetime. Ranks above First Class require holding leadership positions.

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Scoutmaster Conference

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Advancement

A Scoutmaster conference takes place each time a Scout has completed the requirements for new rank or periodically as deemed appropriate. At the end of the conference, the Scout should request a Board of Review. Adult troop leaders from the Troop Committee conduct the Board of Review. These leaders are interested in the progress of your son. They discuss your son's experiences while completing the requirements for a rank and setting goals towards the next rank. They are interested in what Scouting means to your son.

Board of Review
The Troop Board of Review will review Scouts for all ranks except Eagle. The Foothills District conducts the Eagle Scout review to consider your son for Scouting's highest rank.

Court of Honor (Awards Ceremony)


Our Troop 144 recognizes the achievements of our boys in several ways. After he has gone through a conference with the Scoutmaster and the Board of Review, his work is immediately recognized at the troop level. Formal acknowledgment of his achievements and awards are presented at a troop Court of Honor. Each Scout works very hard toward his rank advancement or merit badge. Parental support is important in building self-esteem as well as an incentive for those who need help. We seek to encourage each Scout to learn and grow through the Advancement Program as he follows the Eagle Trail. Courts of Honor are held periodically to recognize and encourage the boys for their work and advancement. All parents are encouraged to attend these recognition ceremonies for our boys. Our Scoutmaster and Troop Committee work very hard in preparing for the Court of Honor. It is normally held in the Scout room where we hold our troop meetings. Come and join us in honoring our Scouts and in good fellowship.

Road to Eagle Scout


To many, achieving Eagle Scout Rank seems larger than life. In reality there are only six requirements. If the Scout plans and is systematic in his approach, nothing should stop him. As he advanced through Scout ranks he was recognized for what he did. The Eagle Scout Rank is different; it is more a

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measure of the kind of person he has become, not merely the activities he completed. First and foremost, when the Life Scout decides to become an Eagle candidate he should check with his unit, district, or council to ensure he has all the materials to use for working on Eagle Scout Rank. In addition to this Life to Eagle packet, he should have an Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook number 18-927, the Council's Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook Guidelines and Eagle Scout Rank Application. All of these are now available in electronic format from our Advance Chairman. The information contained in this booklet has been developed to help Life Scouts and adult leaders understand the Life to Eagle process, provide explanations and provide insights to what each step entails while not conflicting with National BSA Advancement Committee Policies and Procedures. Getting started seems easy for some, difficult for others. Either way, it is the Eagle candidate's desire, not that of his parents or unit leaders, which will be the driving force to a fun and rewarding pursuit. But even with a great desire, he may not be successful if he does not plan properly. Planning and asking questions will help determine what needs to be done and when. This will help get him off to a great start. One of the best leadership traits you can ever develop is to use resources available to you. When to get started is up to the Life Scout. He should not wait until he is finished with all of the merit badges or completes the six months in a leadership position. He can start as soon as he has earned the Life Scout rank. Remember that no requirement can be completed after the 18th birthday. Should deficiencies be discovered or requirements not fulfilled, when the application is reviewed at the District, Council, and National levels or during the Board of Review, and it is after the Scout's 18th birthday, he cannot go back and finish the requirements and the application will be denied. The Life Scout should set deadlines to get Eagle activities done. This is a promise and reminder to himself regarding when things will be completed. It keeps him on track, makes sure first things get done first and will make this process much easier. Goals should be set with guidelines. Remember to document actions all along the way. This demonstrates maturity and leadership and will help when assembling the information, completing the Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook and submitting the Eagle Scout Rank Application. Finally, remember to make copies of everything before submitting them, which will help to reconstruct them if the originals get lost.

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148 Church Street, Marietta, Georgia 30060 www.BSATroop144.org

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Advancement
The Eagle Candidate has, as a minimum, the following responsibilities to ensure he successfully attains Eagle Scout: 1. Familiarity with National and Atlanta Area Council Policies. The Eagle candidate must be familiar with this Life-To-Eagle Packet, the Boy Scout Handbook No. 33105, the National Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook No. 18-927 and the Council's Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook Guidelines. These resources provide Atlanta Area Council and National policies. The Eagle candidate should also be familiar with the National BSA Insignia Guide, BSA No. 3064, for proper wearing of uniform and badges when appearing before the Eagle Scout Board of Review. 2. Complete the six Eagle Scout requirements. See Section III - Life to Eagle Process (page 6) and the Council's Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project Workbook Guidelines. 3. Eagle Scout Rank Application. The Eagle Scout Rank application is the single most important document in terms of expediting the Eagle candidate's award and is the only form sent to the National Boy Scout Headquarters. All information must be complete, accurate and legible. There should be no strikeouts or corrections.

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Scout Uniform

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Uniform & Equipment

The official Boy Scout uniform is the first item that needs to be purchased and needs to be done as soon as possible. Unfortunately, there is not much choice, since it is BSA regulated. You can talk to the Scoutmaster about previously owned uniforms in the Troop closet. The total uniform (excluding shoes) runs about $70 to $90. Please discuss uniforms with us before you go out and buy. Purchase uniforms at the Scout Shop off of Windy Hill Road. Scout Hat Available at the Troop, for use with class "A" uniform. Neckerchief - Solid Red with yellow embroidered. Neckerchief slide - Buy or make your own. Shirt - BSA long or short sleeve. Shirt Insignia: Right Sleeve: American Flag Patrol Emblem Left Sleeve: Atlanta Area Council Strip Fifty-Year Bar (Furnished) Troop Number (From Troop) Leadership Patch (Furnished) Left Pocket: Badge of Rank (Earned) Arrow of Light (If earned in
Webelos)

Service Stars (Awarded) Green = Scouts Red = Explorer Right Pocket: Temporary Activity Patch (Earned for your participation) Belt - BSA web or leather belt. Pants - BSA or similarly colored long or short. Socks - BSA mid-calf green-with-red-top socks or green BSA ankle socks with long pants. All BSA approved socks are allowed with shorts. Shoes - Your choice - Any solid color. (No open toed shoes or sandals)

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Class-A Uniform: We wear Class A Uniform to all scout meetings and the departure and return from all outings. Class A uniform consists of:

Scout Shirt (tucked in) Scout Neckerchief with slide Scout type shorts or long pants Scout belt Scout socks Shoes appropriate to conditions Scout Handbook

Class-B Uniform: In the warm summer months, while school is out of session, the uniform policy is relaxed. During this time it is acceptable to wear the Troop T-shirt, Scout belt, Scout pants, and Scout socks. Some outings will also be designated as Class-B Uniform outings. Handbook: Each Scout must have a copy of the Boy Scout Handbook. It is an instructional manual as well as the record of his advancement. He should bring it to every meeting and outing. Please have your son write his name in it immediately. Record outings and activities attended in the front of the Handbook.

Placement of Scout Insignia


Merit Badge Sash: If worn, merit badges are attached to front (and back, if needed) of sash. Venture/Varsity letter is attached at bottom front corner. Temporary insignia may be worn on back. Left Pocket: Service stars above the pocket. If a medal or embroidered knot for youth members is worn, service stars are raised. Embroidered square knots are worn centered above the pocket in rows of three. Not more than five medals may be worn, pinned centered immediately above the pocket (extending over knots if both are worn). The wearing sequence for knots or medals is at the wearer s discretion and lead color is to the wearer s right. Badges of rank are worn centered on the pocket above the Arrow of Light Award. Flap buttoned.

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The World Crest is worn centered horizontally over the left pocket and vertically between the left shoulder seam and the top of the pocket.

Right Pocket: Jamboree insignia (only one) worn above BSA or interpreter strip. Order of the Arrow lodge insignia worn on pocket flap. Temporary insignia worn centered on the pocket. Flap buttoned. The Varsity or Venture strip is worn above the BSA strip or above the interpreter strip. Nameplate, if worn, is centered above the BSA strip, interpreter strip, and Venture or Varsity strip. Shoulder Epaulets: Red shoulder loops identify Boy Scouting. Blaze (orange) loops identify Varsity Scouting. Green loops identify Venturers. Left Sleeve: Council patches, unit numeral, and badge of office are worn as shown snug up, and touching each other. Badge of office is centered below and touches unit numeral. The veteran unit bar (25, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, or 80 years) is positioned above and touching troop numeral and in turn touching council patch. Den chief cord is worn over the left shoulder and under epaulet. Right Sleeve: U.S. flag. Only the most recently earned Quality Unit Award may be worn below patrol emblem or below National Honor Patrol star. Musician badge, if in band or drum corps, is worn 1/2 inch below patrol emblem. Up to six merit badges may be worn on the long-sleeve shirt in two columns of three starting 3 inches above the bottom edge of the cuff.

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Camping Gear
GEAR

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Uniform & Equipment

CLOTHING

Canteen Class A Uniform Sleeping Bag Class B Uniform (T-shirt) Ground Cloth (Waterproof) Rain Gear Sleeping Pad Shirts Pillow (if desired) Pants Flashlight (with extra batteries) Underwear Cup, Plate, Bowl, Knife, Fork, Spoon Socks Pocket Knife (no sheath knives) Hat Trash Bags Handkerchief Handbook Boots/Shoes Paper and Pencil Toilet Kit: Wash Cloth, Towels, Soap, Tooth Paste, Deodorant, Tooth Brush, comb, Toilet Paper, Mirror, Shampoo First Aid Kit: Band-Aids Antiseptic Aspirin Rope (nylon for clothes line) Safety Pins Matches Chap Stick Optional Camera Compass Sleeping Bag Liner Watch Prayer Book or Bible Warm Weather Shorts Swim Suit Bug Spray Sun Screen Water Proof Light Jacket Bandannas Cold Weather Coat Long Underwear Gloves Warm Hat (covers ears) Heavy Socks Blankets
For Other Information See Your Scout Handbook

Sleeping Bag - There are many different types and varieties of bags on the market. They range in price from $30 to $350. You do not have to buy the most expensive bag to get a good one. One of the most important pieces of equipment for your son is his sleeping bag. Do not waste your money on a poor

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quality bag; you will only have to replace it before long. If a person does not sleep warm and comfortable on one trip he will not want to go on the next. Make sure the bag is heavy enough for winter camping since 5 or 6 of the months can be during cold weather. Backpacking will be done but that is not our main type of trip. Your son will be learning more about bag types during the year. Bags can be purchased at any sporting goods store or from the Scout Shop. Boots - Boots can mean the difference in a Scout hiking comfortably or in a lot of pain. There are many different types and varieties of boot on the market. Personal preference has a lot to do with the type of boot a Scout wears, but there are a few rules you should follow. Always wear leather or leather and canvas combination. Manmade material shoes do not last as long and they do not breathe. Make sure the boot fits comfortably with two pairs of socks on. This helps keep you from getting blisters on your feet while walking. Your son will outgrow boots very fast. You do not need to go out and buy the most expensive boot you can find, just make sure they fit well. These boots need to be broken in before that big trip - so wear them around. Buy at any sporting goods store, shoe stores, or department stores. Backpack - Backpacks come in all shapes and sizes, and range in price from $20 to $250. Do not go out and buy one immediately. Most of the camping we do can be done with another type of bag. Footlocker, duffel bag, or just an old suitcase will work fine for a while. A backpack can be borrowed until he has time to get the pack he will want to use later. The way a pack fits is the most important thing about a pack with quality and price coming later. Talk to the Scoutmaster or to the older Scouts before you buy. These can be bought at a number of places when you are ready.

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BSA Mission Statement

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It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping to instill values in young people and in other ways, to prepare them to make ethical choices during their lifetime in achieving their full potential. The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the Scout Oath and Law.

Position of the Boy Scouts of America on Duty to God


Be it resolved that the following reaffirmation of the position of the Boy Scouts of America relating to duty to God be, and hereby is, enacted and that the bylaws, rules and regulations, and literature of the Corporation reflect this reaffirmation accordingly. In 1985, America celebrated the seventy-fifth anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. Since 1910, eighty million Americans have subscribed to the Scout Oath and the Scout Law, which have stood the test of time. The National Executive Board of the BSA proudly states, through its mission statement that the values, which the organization strives to instill in young people are those based upon the Scout Oath and the Scout Law. A Scout pledges: "On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law...." The first Boy Scouts of America Handbook for Boys, published in August 1911, declares that ". . . no boy can grow into the best kind of citizen without recognizing an obligation to God." (Page 215) The latest edition of the Boy Scout Handbook, published in 1990, reads: "A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others." (Page 561) While not intending to define what constitutes belief in God, the Boy Scouts of America is proud to reaffirm the Scout Oath and its declaration of duty to God. The following statements are additional information on the BSA position: The Boy Scouts of America has always been committed to the moral, ethical, and spiritual development of our youth. Scouting is not a religion, but duty to God is a basic tenet of the Scout Oath and Law.

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Appendix
Scouting does not seek to impose its beliefs upon others who do not share them. Virtually every religion is represented in Scouting, and the BSA does not define or interpret God. That is the role of the Scout's family and religious advisers. Scouting respects those who do not share its beliefs and it would not ask others to alter their faith in any fashion in order to become Scouts. They too are free to follow their own beliefs. Rather, the BSA membership believes that the principles set forth in the Scout Oath and Law is central to the BSA goal of teaching the values of self-reliance, courage, integrity, and consideration to others. Scouting may not be for everyone, but for eight decades, Scouting has provided meaningful programs and adventure to more than eighty million young people in the United States. Approved, BSA National Executive Board, June 12, 1991

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Appendix
Parental Consent Form
Full Name ____________________________________________ Address _________________________________ ______ City / State______________________________________ Birth Date________________________ Phone __________________________ Zip Code ________________________

Social Security Number_______________________________________________________ Parent / Guardian____________________________________________________________ Contact Numbers: Day______________________ Night _____________________________ Parent / Guardian ____________________________________________________________ Contact Numbers: Day _____________________ Night______________________________ The undersigned does hereby give permission for my child:__________________________________

to

attend and participate in the activities of Boy Scout Troop 144, sponsored by First Baptist Church of Marietta, 148 Church St., Marietta, Ga. 30060. Phone 770-424-8326. We (I) further authorize an adult leader, in whose care my above named child has been entrusted, to consent to any and all medical care deemed necessary by a licensed medical, surgical, dental diagnosis or treatment, medication, transportation and hospital care.
We (I) further agree to be financially liable and agree to pay all cost and expenses incurred in connection with such medical and dental services rendered to the child pursuant to this authorization. Should it become necessary for our (my) child to return home due to medical reasons, or otherwise, We (I) the undersigned agree to assume all transportation cost associated with his return home. The undersigned does also hereby give permission for our (my) child to ride in any vehicle designated by the adult in whose care he / she has been entrusted while attending and participating in said activities. The above child is ____ is not _______covered by Health, Accidental Insurance. Insurance Company _____________________________________ Policy Number ________________________________________ Emergency Contact:_____________________________________ Date _________________________ Group Number _________________ Phone:________________________

Special Medical Problems Allergies______________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature ____________________________ Relationship ______________________ Date __________ Signature ____________________________ Relationship ______________________ Date __________ Witness___________________________________ Date______________________________________

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Adult Consent Form

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Full Name _____________________________________ Birth Date______________________________ Address _________________________________ Phone ________________________________ City / State_________________________________________ Zip Code __________________ Spouse / Emergency Contact ______________________________________________________ Contact Numbers: Day_____________________________ Night _________________________ Alternate Emergency Contact: Name ________________________________________ Phone ____________________ Name ________________________________________ Phone ____________________ To whom it may concern, I, ________________________________, do hereby give my permission to another adult with Troop 144 to consent to any and all medical care deemed necessary by a medical doctor on my behalf, including but not limited to: x-ray examination, anesthetic, medical, surgical, or dental diagnosis or treatment, medication, and hospital care, while on a scouting activity. I further agree to be financially liable and agree to pay all cost and expenses incurred in connection with such medical and dental services rendered to me pursuant to this authorization. Should it be necessary for me to return home due to medical reasons or otherwise, I will assume all transportation costs. Hospital Insurance Yes______ No_______ Policy Number ______________________________ Participant ___________________________________ Social Security Number _________________________

Insurance Company ___________________________ Date ________________________________________ Group Number ______________________________ Allergies _____________________________________ Special Medical Problems ___________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ Witness__________________________________ Date__________________________________

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