{"id":83,"date":"2017-08-29T20:33:12","date_gmt":"2017-08-29T20:33:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/terrehillscouts.org\/BS\/?page_id=83"},"modified":"2017-08-29T21:15:45","modified_gmt":"2017-08-29T21:15:45","slug":"faq-for-new-parents","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/terrehillscouts.org\/BS\/faq-for-new-parents\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ for New Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"page-content\">\n<h1 class=\"entry-title\"><\/h1>\n<div id=\"content-wide\">\n<section>\n<article id=\"post-196\" class=\"post-196 page type-page status-publish hentry\">\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Topics on this page:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>How does Boy Scouts differ from Cub Scouts?<\/li>\n<li>Is the uniform different?<\/li>\n<li>Who provides my son with his rank and merit badge patches?<\/li>\n<li>Who keeps track of the activities my son participates in?<\/li>\n<li>What is a <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"0\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> conference?<\/li>\n<li>What is a board of review?<\/li>\n<li>What is a court of honor?<\/li>\n<li>What is the white ribbon my son received at the court of honor?<\/li>\n<li>What is the Order of the Arrow?<\/li>\n<li>How can parents help with Troop 172?<\/li>\n<li>Should I call someone if my son can\u2019t be at a meeting? If so, who?<\/li>\n<li>If my son has an issue with another Scout, how should I handle it?<\/li>\n<li>How can I find out the events and dates the troop is planning?<\/li>\n<li>What medical forms are required?<\/li>\n<li>How much are the dues, and what do they cover? What are the other costs?<\/li>\n<li>What equipment does my son need to start out?<\/li>\n<li>Are there fundraising opportunities?<\/li>\n<li>What is a Scout account?<\/li>\n<li>When and where are the troop meetings? Are there also patrol meetings?<\/li>\n<li>What\u2019s an Expresso?<\/li>\n<li>What is Youth Protection training? Do I need to take it?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>How does Boy Scouts differ from Cub Scouts?<\/h4>\n<p>Even though Scouting is a continuum from Cub Scouts up through Boy Scouts (and on to Venturing), there are major differences between Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting.<\/p>\n<p>In Cub Scouting:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Parent volunteers plan the pack program and run the meetings and activities<\/li>\n<li>Boys work on advancement in step with others in the same grade or age<\/li>\n<li>Family members participate in pack meetings and go on outings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In Boy Scouting:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Scouts plan and run the troop meetings, campouts and outings<\/li>\n<li>Parent volunteers train the boys to lead and manage their troop<\/li>\n<li>Other parent volunteers provide support in doing things that the boys cannot do, such as drive to campouts, maintain bank accounts and purchase equipment<\/li>\n<li>Boys advance at their own pace individually, not in step with other Scouts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is very important to understand the differences between the two programs and the new role of a parent in a Boy Scout troop. No longer responsible for the \u201cheavy lifting,\u201d parents fall into a more relaxed role where the primary responsibilities are maintaining safe conditions and providing support. There is a very good summary of adult responsibilities in the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"1\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> Handbook and Troop Committee Guidebook, available from any Scout shop.<\/p>\n<p>Your role toward your son also changes. You should encourage him to take full advantage of all Scouting has to offer, but when in a Scouting environment, you don\u2019t participate along with him. He grows in character and leadership by being with his patrol and participating in its activities. You watch from a distance and observe. If he leaves his patrol during a troop meeting or on a campout to come and ask you questions, you should advise him to ask his patrol leader instead. He\u2019s learning to rely on himself and his peers and needs your support.<\/p>\n<h4>Is the uniform different?<\/h4>\n<p>You probably already have most of what\u2019s needed! The official Scout uniform consists of the tan uniform shirt (probably the same one he\u2019s been wearing in Webelos), with olive green shoulder loops instead of blue; the official Boy Scout pants or shorts with belt (there are several styles including zip-offs); official Boy Scout socks if shorts are worn (again, there are several styles) and appropriate shoes of leather or canvas. Hats are optional and are worn outdoors only. All Cub Scout insignia except Arrow of Light (old rank patches, compass points emblem, pack and den insignia and Webelos colors) are removed (and the red vest is not worn). While the complete uniform is preferred, the Scout should wear as much of it as he owns, with insignia correctly displayed. You can always purchase the pants and socks later.<\/p>\n<p>For most activities, such as during campouts and at most troop meetings, the Class B shirt is worn instead of the uniform \u2013 but not just any old shirt! He needs to look like a Scout!<\/p>\n<h4>Who provides my son with his rank and merit\u00a0badge patches?<\/h4>\n<p>The Troop provides his badge of office if he holds a position of responsibility (such as patrol leader). When a Scout advances in rank,\u00a0he receives his new rank badge at the end of the troop meeting, and is\u00a0formally acknowledged again during the next troop court of honor. Merit badge patches are generally presented at courts of honor, although the \u201cblue card\u201d (merit badge record card) that indicates his finishing a merit badge is given to him by his merit badge counselor\u00a0when he completes the badge (and the official date he earned the badge is the date the counselor signed the card).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Who keeps track of the\u00a0activities that my son participates in?<\/h4>\n<p>All nights of camping, miles hiked,\u00a0advancement dates, hours of service in troop-sponsored projects, and miscellaneous events are recorded in the Troop records but should also be recorded in the Scouts individual book. Merit badge applicant records (blue\u00a0card), as well as rank advancement cards, and special award cards should\u00a0also be kept by the Scout in a safe place. This documentation will be\u00a0required to document the Scout\u2019s advancement to Eagle Scout. The Scout\u00a0should also record his \u00a0service hours, camping nights and hikes in his Boy\u00a0Scout Handbook.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What is a <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"2\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> conference?<\/h4>\n<p>When a Scout is finished, or nearly finished, with the requirements\u00a0for his next rank, a <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"3\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> conference is required. Along with a board of review, these are Scouting\u2019s method of ensuring the Scout\u2019s experience is a good one. In a\u00a0<acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"4\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> conference, the Scout meets one-on-one with the\u00a0<acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"5\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym>*, usually at a troop meeting or a\u00a0campout. The <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"6\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> will go through and review to be sure that the\u00a0Scout\u2019s book is signed off properly and will review with the Scout many of\u00a0the requirements he has gone through. The <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"7\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> will\u00a0also talk about the requirement which speaks to living the Scout Oath and\u00a0Law in his everyday life. If the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"8\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> feels that the Scout is ready\u00a0for this advancement, he will sign the Scout\u2019s handbook. If the\u00a0<acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"9\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> feels that there are any deficiencies, they will be clearly\u00a0outlined with what needs to be done to correct them, and a follow-up\u00a0conference date will be set.<\/p>\n<p>After a successful <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"10\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> Conference, the next step is for\u00a0the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"11\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> to notify the advancement coordinator that the Scout is ready for his board of review, and the Scout should confirm his review date with the advancement coordinator.<\/p>\n<p>The <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"12\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> Conference should be carefully prepared for,\u00a0and the Scout is encouraged to be wearing his complete Field Uniform, or as much of it as he owns, with insignia displayed correctly.<\/p>\n<p>*In some cases, <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"13\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> conferences will be conducted by an assistant <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"14\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym>. Examples are if the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"15\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> is absent orif there are a large number of advancement candidates. We employ every measure to ensure that a Scout\u2019s advancement is not delayed unnecessarily.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What is a Board of Review?<\/h4>\n<p>The Board of Review is a conference with\u00a0members of the troop committee who are not Scoutmasters, Assistant\u00a0Scoutmasters or the boy\u2019s parents. Boards of review are scheduled as needed during\u00a0a troop meeting, but can also be conducted at a campout or summer camp\u00a0if there enough committee members available. A board of review\u00a0typically follows a <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"17\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> Conference for rank advancement, but\u00a0may also be requested by the troop committee for other reasons, such as\u00a0to find out why a boy is not advancing.<\/p>\n<p>Although the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"18\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> normally notifies the advancement\u00a0coordinator when the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"19\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> conference is complete, the Scout needing a board of review should confirm his appointment\u00a0at least one week before the requested board date.\u00a0This is done by the Scout, not by the parent.<\/p>\n<p>The board will spend a few minutes with the Scout discussing\u00a0the things he had to do to earn this advancement, as well as the\u00a0Scout\u2019s general feelings about the troop, the program, his goals, etc.\u00a0This allows for the Scouts to be able to\u00a0openly discuss issues with people they can trust, as well as to be sure\u00a0that the troop has a quality Scouting program in place. He will not be re-tested on any requirements, but may be\u00a0asked how he completed them. For example, for the cooking requirement,\u00a0he could be asked what foods he prepared and how he did it.<\/p>\n<p>As with the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"20\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> Conference, the Scout is encouraged to\u00a0be in his complete field uniform and have his handbook and a pen.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What is a court of honor?<\/h4>\n<p>A court of honor is a ceremony held every few months to formally recognize Scouts for their achievements. It is a formal event (all in uniform) with families attending and usually includes a meal or refreshments and hospitality, plus an opportunity to discuss the troop program with parents. \u00a0It is like the Cub Scout Blue &amp; Gold banquet, only on a smaller scale, and is planned and run by the Scouts themselves, not the adults. (Adults usually assist with arrangements such as food and beverage, but often the Scouts handle much of that themselves as well.)<\/p>\n<p>Consider the troop court of honor with the same importance as you would a Blue &amp; Gold banquet, or a sports or band banquet or honors ceremony.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What is the Order of the Arrow?<\/h4>\n<p>The <b>Order of the Arrow\u00a0<\/b>is the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"21\">BSA<\/acronym>\u2018s National Scouting Honor Society. OA members exemplify\u00a0brotherhood, cheerfulness and service, and assist Scouting through camp<br \/>\nimprovement projects, service to units, and assistance with council and\u00a0district events. Scouts are elected to the OA by fellow youth members\u00a0of their troop, and must have met certain requirements including\u00a0achieving First Class rank and experiencing a minimum number of nights\u00a0camping. For more information on OA, visit the website of <a href=\"http:\/\/padutchbsa.org\/programs\/order-of-the-arrow\/\">PA Dutch Council<\/a>\u00a0 our\u00a0council\u2019s OA lodge and one of the nation\u2019s oldest.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>How can parents help with Troop 172?<\/h4>\n<p>Parents can help in many ways. We welcome your participation as a member of the troop committee. The committee handles the business aspects of the troop, supporting the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"22\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> and the troop program by doing things that the boys cannot do for themselves.\u00a0\u00a0There\u00a0are a number of different committee positions, such as secretary, equipment coordinator, training coordinator, or Treasurer (to name a few) that\u00a0require volunteers from the parents. Most positions can have a \u201cshadow\u201d\u00a0who can assist the primary officer and learn the job. Committee\u00a0members who are registered with the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"23\">BSA<\/acronym> also serve on boards of review. All parents are welcome to attend the monthly meetings of the troop committee, which meets monthly to discuss the\u00a0business of the troop and provide support to the program. Parents\u00a0are welcome to register with Boy Scouts of America; the cost is only $24 per year, which includes six bimonthly issues of Scouting Magazine.\u00a0(There is no charge if you are already registered in another unit, e.g.\u00a0Cub Scout pack.).<\/p>\n<p>If you are interested in working with boys, helping them learn to lead and run their troop, speak to the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"24\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> about becoming an assistant <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"25\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym>. Assistant Scoutmasters support the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"26\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> in various ways including working with patrol leaders and appointed youth leaders in helping them learn their jobs (but not doing it for them!). Assistant Scoutmasters are required to attend position-specific and outdoor leader training offered by our council.<\/p>\n<p>Parents can also help by remembering that we are a <em>Boy Led\u00a0Troop<\/em>, and letting their son fulfill his requirements on his own is an\u00a0important part of the growing experience.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Should I call someone if my son can\u2019t be\u00a0at a meeting? If so, who?<\/h4>\n<p>Well, yes and no. Your son needs to\u00a0make that phone call. Everything is a learning experience, even this\u00a0simple act. He should contact his patrol leader. If he is a patrol leader, he should contact his assistant patrol leader (so he can fill in) and the senior patrol leader.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>If my son has an issue with another Scout, how should I handle it?<\/h4>\n<p>It really depends on the nature of the issue. Your son\u2019s first and most important leader is\u00a0his patrol leader. In general, he should discuss the problem with his patrol leader, who may want to involve the other Scout. The patrol leader may also want to involve the senior patrol leader. (In such cases, the senior patrol leader could ask the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"27\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> for advice.) We always try to have the youth leaders handle their own issues if at all possible.<\/p>\n<p>You may wish to inform the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"28\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> of issues or problems your son is having, and the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"29\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> would work with the youth leaders to arrive at a resolution.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, if it\u2019s friction between members of a patrol, a Scout may be better off switching patrols, especially if he has friends in other patrols. This is handled among the boys, and the senior patrol leader notifies the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"30\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym> that a Scout is changing to a different patrol.<\/p>\n<p>The troop committee and unit commissioner can serve as a resource in cases where there are ongoing behavior problems, but these are usually best handled between the Scout, his parents and the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"31\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym>.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, if any issue ever involves conduct that endangers personal safety\u00a0(either the Scout\u2019s own or that of others), the process skips directly\u00a0to the adults.\u00a0Any adult seeing unsafe behavior should step in and stop it immediately, and then refer the issue to the <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"32\">Scoutmaster<\/acronym>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>How can I find out the events and dates that the troop is planning?<\/h4>\n<p>Check the online\u00a0troop calendar for the latest updates. You can also download\/import this calendar to your personal calendar (Office, Google, iCalendar, etc)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What medical forms are required?<\/h4>\n<p>The Boy Scouts of America requires that each youth member have on file with the troop a completed<a href=\"http:\/\/www.scouting.org\/scoutsource\/HealthandSafety\/ahmr.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Annual Health and Medical Record<\/a> form, updated annually.\u00a0\u00a0The same form is used by\u00a0both adults and youth. The form has four sections:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Parts A and B provide basic health information on the participant and is required for all outdoor activities such as weekend campouts.<\/li>\n<li>Part C requires a physical exam by a doctor and is required for long-term camping (over 72 hours) such as summer camp.<\/li>\n<li>Part D is required for longer-term high adventure activities such as <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"33\">BSA<\/acronym>\u2018s Philmont, Sea Base and Northern Tier bases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The physical examination must be completed\u00a0annually for all participants \u2013 both youth and adults, and the form is valid until the last day of the month of the following year in which the exam takes place. For example, if you have your physical on May 3, 2013, the form is valid until May 31, 2014.<\/p>\n<p>The form is provided as a field-fillable PDF that you can save to your computer and print as needed. A printed copy of the completed form with parent and physician signatures should be given to the troop youth protection\/health &amp; safety coordinator (photocopies are acceptable \u2013 you should retain the original signatures).<\/p>\n<p>How much are the annual dues, and what do they cover? What are the other costs?<\/p>\n<p>Currently, Troop 172\u2019s annual dues are $80 per scout, payable quartlery for the following calendar year. Annual dues covers registration\u00a0with Boy Scouts of America, accident insurance, a one-year subscription\u00a0to Boys\u2019 Life Magazine, all rank advancement, merit badge, and special\u00a0insignia such as Journey to Excellence or Scout Sunday patches. It also\u00a0helps pay for fixed costs such as youth and adult training, meeting room\u00a0rental, and materials and supplies. A scout joining in mid-year is\u00a0charged a pro-rata amount based on when he joins. The adult\u00a0registration cost is $24 per year unless the adult is also registered and paid for through another unit (e.g. Cub Scout pack).<\/p>\n<p>Dues only covers a portion of the costs of\u00a0running the troop. There is a charge for most campouts, normally $25\u00a0unless a special event or out-of-town trip is planned. Fees for summer\u00a0camp are approximately $375. There are small costs involved with\u00a0activities such as swimming, fun activities and events such as merit badge work.<\/p>\n<h4>What equipment does my son need to start out?<\/h4>\n<p>He won\u2019t need to purchase a lot of gear to\u00a0begin his adventure in Boy Scouting. The most important requirements\u00a0are a sleep system (sleeping bag and ground pad), a tent, a water bottle, and a\u00a0mess kit (or dishes, silverware and mug). It\u2019s also helpful to have a\u00a0duffel bag or backpack to carry everything in. (An old school backpack\u00a0should work fine.) For cabin\u00a0campouts, he may only need a blanket and pillow, but for outdoor\u00a0campouts he\u2019ll need a sleeping bag rated for at least the expected low\u00a0temperature. A closed-cell foam ground pad (e.g. Ridge Rest) will help\u00a0block heat loss into the ground.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, normal outdoor clothing appropriate\u00a0for the weather is a must. Look in the Camping section of this FAQ for a\u00a0list of essentials.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Are there fund-raising opportunities?<\/h4>\n<p>Troop 172 offers scouts an opportunity to\u00a0earn money toward scouting expenses through participation in fundraising\u00a0activities. Currently, one of our major activities is Terre Hill Days. Participation is expected of all troop families, and the entire\u00a0family are welcome. A portion\u00a0of the proceeds is credited back \u00a0to the Scouts who work &#8211; to a &#8220;Scout Account&#8221;, and by working\u00a0all shifts, a scout could earn decent money toward his expenses.<\/p>\n<p>We also participate in Trail\u2019s End popcorn sales. All of the\u00a0troop portion from a Scout\u2019s sales goes to that scout\u2019s account, so a\u00a0Scout can raise an unlimited amount of money toward his expenses.\u00a0The troop sponsors other fund-raisers from time to time,\u00a0either to raise funds for troop operations or for a specific activity\u00a0such as high adventure &#8211; often with a portion being allocated to the individual&#8217;s Scout Account..<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What is a Scout Account?<\/h4>\n<p>A Scout account is a fund held by the troop\u00a0but belonging to the Scout, which can be used to pay for Scouting\u00a0activities and related expenses. A Scout earns money for his Scout\u00a0account by participating in fundraising activities. Money can also be\u00a0deposited into the Scout account for convenience. The Scout account can\u00a0be used to pay for campouts, summer camp, dues, troop t-shirts, merit\u00a0badge classes, and Scout-related purchases such as merit badge \u00a0books and\u00a0other publications, and outdoor equipment including hiking boots,\u00a0backpacks, personal camping gear, and the like. An account is\u00a0established for each active Scout and adult Scouter. The troop\u00a0treasurer can tell you your balance at any time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>When and where are troop meetings? Are\u00a0there also patrol meetings?<\/h4>\n<p>Troop meetings are held from 7:00 to 8:30 PM\u00a0each Tuesday that ELANCO schools are in session. (If ELANCO schools are\u00a0closed or cancelled for any reason, the troop meeting is also<br \/>\ncancelled.) At the troop meeting, the entire troop meets together at\u00a0the beginning and end, and Scouts sit with their patrols. There will be\u00a0time for patrols to meet and conduct business or plan for participation\u00a0in campouts or future troop meetings. Patrols may also choose to hold\u00a0meetings outside of troop meetings, if necessary to work on projects,\u00a0maintain their patrol equipment, or other purposes. This is up to the\u00a0patrol leader of each patrol, who will notify each patrol member if a\u00a0separate meeting is called.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>How does the troop communicate with parents?<\/h4>\n<p>The troop has e-mail distribution list: an announcement list for the troop adult leadership and senior patrol leader to send announcements to the troop, and a website. New members are placed on the announce list and should start receiving e-mails regularly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>What is Youth Protection Training? Do I need\u00a0to take it?<\/h4>\n<p>Youth Protection Training instructs adults in\u00a0the steps <acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"34\">BSA<\/acronym> requires to keep our youth safe. It covers a variety of\u00a0subjects including rules of contact, recognizing and preventing abuse,\u00a0safe travel, camping, equipment, privacy, and many other subjects. You\u00a0will learn the rules which all adults in the Scouting program are\u00a0required to obey. All registered adults and those who have contact with\u00a0youth are required to take Youth Protection Training and remain current\u00a0by retaking it every two years. This includes any adult who camps with\u00a0the troop, drives Scouts to and from campouts or events, or works with\u00a0Scouts in any capacity (including Merit Badge Counselors). Anyone can\u00a0take Youth Protection Training \u2013 you do not have to be a registered\u00a0leader. Begin your training by visiting the <a href=\"http:\/\/olc.scouting.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><acronym class=\"c2c-text-hover\" title=\"\" data-hasqtip=\"35\">BSA<\/acronym> Online Learning Center<\/a>. Turn in your certificate of completion to the Scoutmaster.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Topics on this page: How does Boy Scouts differ from Cub Scouts? Is the uniform different? Who provides my son with his rank and merit badge patches? 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