TROOP GUIDE

Job Description:
One leadership position in a Scouts BSA troop is the Troop Guide. This role is usually filled by an older Scout who has a good understanding of the “Scout way” of doing things. The Scout way is much different from the “Cub Scout way” of doing things, and Troop Guides are responsible for helping new Scouts learn and adopt these new ways of doing things. A Troop Guide is expected to lead and mentor new Scouts, helping them navigate through the various activities and challenges that come with being a part of the Scouts BSA organization. They are responsible for teaching new Scouts the basics of camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities that are a part of the Scouts BSA program. They also help new Scouts to understand the importance of teamwork, communication, and leadership. The Troop Guide is an important leadership position in the Scouts BSA organization because they play a key role in shaping the future of the organization. By teaching new Scouts the skills and values that are important to the Scouts BSA program, they are helping to ensure that the organization continues to thrive and grow

Qualifications:

• Appointed by Senior Patrol Leader with Scoutmaster approval.

• First Class Rank or higher (Not a BSA requirement)

• Trained By: The Assistant Scoutmaster for New Scouts with the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader

• May not serve three consecutive terms

Reports to:

The assistant Scoutmaster for the new Scout patrol in the troop.

Duties:

• Help new scouts earn advancement requirements through First Class.

• Arrive 5 minutes before the start of troop meetings.

• Prevent harassment of new scouts by older scouts.

• Help older scouts teach skills to new scouts with the guidance of the Assistant Scoutmaster for New Scouts.

• Train the Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol Leader of the New Scout Patrol.

• Guide new scouts through early troop experiences to help them become comfortable in the troop and the outdoors.

• Teach basic scout skills.

• Set a good example.

• Wear the field uniform (class A) correctly to all regular troop meetings and religious services.

• Wear the activity uniform (class B t-shirt) to all outings and other troop activities.

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law.

• Show Scout spirit.