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Information for Troop 149 Scouts

bulletIntroduction
bulletPositions of Responsibility
bulletTroop Elections
bulletTroop Leadership Training
bulletPatrol Leaders Council
bulletPatrols
bulletAdvancement
bulletGuide Patrol Assignments
bulletInstructor Skills Listing
bullet Attendance Awards
bulletTroop Roster (requires ID & password)
bulletCamping & High Adventure Tips & Tricks

Introduction

Troop 149 is a boy run troop.  That means the youth leadership (see Positions of Responsibility) plan and run the troop meetings with the guidance of the adult leaders. The youth leadership plans and organizes the meetings and activities in monthly Patrol Leader Council (PLC) meetings.

NOTE: Links on this page lead to password protected pages in order to preserve and protect the confidentiality of member's information, such as full names and contact information. Scout's full names and contact information will not be displayed on public pages. If you are a member of the troop or a parent/guardian of a scout, please see your Patrol Leader, Senior Patrol Leader or an adult leader for the ID and password to view these pages.

Positions of Responsibility  (top)

bulletSenior Patrol Leader
bulletAssistant Senior Patrol Leader
bulletPatrol Leader
bulletAssistant Patrol Leader
bulletQuartermaster
bulletChaplin's Aide
bulletHistorian
bulletScribe
bulletGuide
bulletOA Representative
bulletDen Chief
bulletLibrarian
bulletBugler
bulletInstructor
bulletJunior Assistant Scoutmaster

 

Senior Patrol Leader  (back)

Dave D.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

spl Patch
Job Description:
  1. Preside at all troop meetings, events, activities, and annual program planning conference.
  2. Chair the patrol leaders’ council.
  3. Appoint boy leaders with the advice and consent of the Scoutmaster.
  4. Assign duties and responsibilities to other junior leaders.
  5. Work with the Scoutmaster in training junior leaders.
  6. Set a good example.
  7. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  8. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  9. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. Must have achieved the rank of Star Scout.
  2. Six months or greater as a Patrol Leader.
  3. Six months or greater in another position of responsibility.
  4. Total of one year in a position of responsibility.

Assistant Senior Patrol Leader  (back)

Tom V.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File  

ASPL Patch
Job Description:
  1. Be responsible for training and giving direct leadership to the following appointed junior leaders: historian, Order of the Arrow troop/team representative, scribe, librarian, instructor, quartermaster, and chaplain aide.
  2. Help lead meetings and activities as called upon by the senior patrol leader.
  3. Guide the troop in the senior patrol 1eaders absence.
  4. Perform tasks assigned by the senior patrol leader.
  5. Function as a member of the patrol leaders’ council.
  6. Set a good example.
  7. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  8. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  9. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class or above
  2. Six months as a Patrol Leader

Patrol Leader  (back)

(Click here to see Patrol Leader assignments)

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

PL Patch
Job Description:
  1. Plan and lead patrol meetings and activities.
  2. Keep patrol members informed
  3. Assign each patrol member a task and help them succeed.
  4. Represent the patrol at all patrol leaders’ council meetings and the annual program planning conference.
  5. Prepare the patrol to take part in all troop activities.
  6. Show and help develop patrol spirit.
  7. Work with other troop leader to make the troop run well.
  8. Know what patrol members and other leaders can do.
  9. Set a good example.
  10. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  11. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class Scout
  2. One year in Scouting

Assistant Patrol Leader  (back)

(Click here to see Assitant Patrol Leader assignments)

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File  

 APL Patch

Note: APL does not count as a position of responsibility for rank advancement.

Job Description:
  1. Help the patrol leader
  2. Plan and lead patrol me tings and activities.
  3. Keep patrol members informed.
  4. Prepare your patrol to take part in all troop activities.
  5. Lead the patrol in the patrol leaders absence.
  6. Represent the patrol at all patrol leaders council meeting. in the patrol leader’s absence.
  7. Show and help develop patrol spirit.
  8. Work with other troop leaders to make the troop run well.
  9. Set a good example.
  10. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  11. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. Six months in Scouting.
  2. Six months in troop.

Quartermaster  (back

Matt F.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

Quartermaster Patch
Job Description:
  1. Keep records of patrol and troop equipment.
  2. Keep equipment in good repair
  3. Keep equipment storage area neat and clean.
  4. Issue equipment and see that it is returned in good order.
  5. Suggest new or replacement items.
  6. Work with troop committee member responsible for equipment.
  7. Set a good example.
  8. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  9. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  10. Show and help develop Scout spirit
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class Scout
  2. One year in the Troop.

Chaplin's Aide  (back)

Jay P.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

Chaplain Aide Patch
Job Description:
  1. Keep troop leaders appraised of religious holidays when planning activities.
  2. Assist the troop chaplain or religious coordinator in meeting the religious needs of troop members while on activities.
  3. Encourage saying grace at meals while camping or on activities.
  4. Lead “Scouts own” services on campouts.
  5. Tell troop members about the religious emblems program for their faith.
  6. Set a good example.
  7. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  8. Live by the Scout Oath and Law,
  9. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. Scout in Troop for three months.

Historian  (back)
Jimmy K.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

Historian Patch
Job Description:
  1. Gather pictures and facts about past activities of the troop and keep them in scrapbooks, wall displays, or information files.
  2. Take care of troop trophies and keepsakes.
  3. Keep information about troop alumni.
  4. Set a good example.
  5. Wear the Scout uniform correct1y.
  6. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  7. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class Scout

Scribe  (back)

Nicky T.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

Scribe Patch
Job Description:
  1. Attend and keep a log of patrol leaders council meetings.
  2. Record attendance and dues payments of all troop members.
  3. Record advancement in troop records and on Troop/Team Advancement chart.
  4. Work with appropriate troop committee members responsible for finance, records, and advancement.
  5. Set a good example.
  6. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  7. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  8. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
  9. Handle correspondence appropriately.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class Scout
  2. One Year of Scouting.

Guide  (back)

(Click here to see Guide Patrol Assignments)

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

Guide Patch
Job Description:
  1. Introduce new Scouts to Troop operations.
  2. Guide new Scouts through any Scouting activities.
  3. Shield new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts.
  4. Help new Scouts earn the First Class rank in their first year.
  5. Teach basic Scout skills.
  6. Coach the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol on his duties.
  7. Work with the patrol leader at patrol leaders council meetings.
  8. Attend patrol leaders’ council meetings with the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol.
  9. Assist the assistant Scoutmaster with training.
  10. Coach individual Scouts on Scouting challenges,
  11. Set a good example.
  12. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  13. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  14. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. Star Scout
  2. Six months in troop.
  3. 14 years old
  4. Completed JLT

OA Representative  (back)

Ryan G.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

OA Troop Representative Patch
Job Description:
  1. Serve as a communication link between the lodge or chapter and the troop/team.
  2. Encourage year-round and resident camping in the troop/team.
  3. Encourage older-Scout participation in high-adventure programs.
  4. Encourage Scouts to actively participate in community service projects.
  5. Assist with leadership skills training in the troop/team.
  6. Encourage Arrowmen to assume leadership positions in the troop/team.
  7. Encourage Arrowmen in the troop/team to be active participants in lodge and/or chapter activities and to s al
  8. their membership in the Order by becoming Brotherhood members.
  9. Set a good example.
  10. Wear the Scout uniform correct1y.
  11. Live by the Scout Oath, Scout Law, and OA Obligation.
  12. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. Appointed by SPL with SM approval
  2. OA member in good standing
  3. Complete OA Troop Representative training

Den Chief  (back)

Jake K., Michael O.& Cody W.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File  

Den Chief Patch
Job Description:
  1. Serve as the activities assistant at den meetings
  2. Meet regularly with the den leader to review the den and pack meeting plans.
  3. If serving as a Webelos den chief help prepare boys to join Boy Scouting.
  4. Project a positive image of Boy Scouting.
  5. Set a good example.
  6. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  7. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  8. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class Scout

Den Chief Training

  1. Six months in troop

Librarian  (back)

Colin M.

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File  

Libfrarian Patch
Job Description:
  1. Check books and documents in and out of Troop library
  2. Verify merit badge books are up to date
  3. Notify ASPL of the need for new or updated merit badge books
  4. Set a good example by being an active Scout and being on time for activities and meetings
  5. Wear the Scout uniform correctly
  6. Live by the Scout Oath and Law
  7. Show and help develop Scout spirit
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class Scout
  2. Six months in Troop

Bugler  (back)

Alex T.

Bugler Patch

Note: Bugler does not count as a position of responsibility for rank advancement.

Job Description:
  1. Play at Troop functions to include but not limited to courts of honor, campouts, flag retirement ceremonies, and special events as requested by the Scoutmaster.
  2. Set a good example.
  3. Wear the Scout uniform correctly.
  4. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  5. Show and help develop Scout spirit
Minimum Requirements:
  1. Demonstrate proficiency in playing basic bugle calls.
  2. First Class Scout.

Instructor  (back)

Open

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

Instructor Patch
Job Description:
  1. Instruct Scouting skills as needed within the troop or patrols
  2. Prepare well in advance for each teaching assignment
  3. Set a good example
  4. Wear the Scout uniform correctly
  5. Live by the Scout Oath and Law
  6. Show and help develop Scout spirit
Minimum Requirements:
  1. First Class Scout
  2. Six months in troop.

Junior Assistant Scoutmaster  (back)

None

Position Description in Word document or Acrobat File 

JASM Patch
Job Description:
  1. Function as an assistant Scoutmaster (except for leadership responsibilities reserved for adult 18 and 21 years of age or older).
  2. Accomplish any duties assigned by the Scoutmaster.
  3. Set a good example.
  4. Wear the Scout uniform ~orrect1y.
  5. Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
  6. Show and help develop Scout spirit.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. 16 years old.
  2. Star Scout.
  3. Has shown outstanding leadership skills.
  4. Completed JLT.
  5. One year in the Troop.
  6. Six months or greater as a Patrol Leader.
  7. Six months or greater in another position of responsibility.
  8. Total of one year in a position of responsibility.

Troop Elections (top)

Troop elections are held every 6 month in the spring (April/May) and in the fall (October/November).

bulletElected positions are:
  1. Senior Patrol Leader
  2. Patrol Leader
bulletAppointed positions by scouts:
  1. Senior Patrol Leader appoints his assistant (ASPL).
  2. Patrol Leader appoints his assistant (APL).
bulletAppointed positions by a caucus of the Scoutmaster and the assistants are:
  1. Scribe
  2. Quartermaster
  3. Chaplain Aid
  4. Librarian
  5. Historian
  6. Troop Guide
  7. Troop Instructor
  8. Bugler
  9. OA Representative
  10. Junior Assistant Scoutmaster
  11. Den Chief

Troop Leadership Training   (top)

Troop Leadership Training (TLT) is the first level in youth training and is geared towards helping the newly elected leadership understand its roles and how to run the troop. All Scouts are encouraged to attend, even new Scouts who have just joined the troop. Key leadership positions are required to attend, including Senior Patrol Leader (SPL), Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL), Patrol Leaders (PL) and Assistant Patrol Leaders (APL).   The goal of this training is ...

"To introduce the Scout to his new leadership role and the expectations of that role. To explain the role of all troop leadership positions. To equip the Scout with vision and skills to be an effective troop leader."

The training session is a formal series of programs provided by BSA that is presented by Mr. Pepe, Assistant Scoutmaster (ASM), Mr. Guy, Scoutmaster (SM) and the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL), Alex Beaderstadt and his assistant, Ryan Guy. This training is scheduled to follow the troop elections so the new leadership team can begin their terms on strong footing. Participating Scouts not in a position of Responsibility will learn how their troop is run and what is expected of their elected and appointer troop leadership. Visit the links below to learn more about TLT and the other training courses offered to Scouts.

bullet Youth Training Overview Chart (PDF File )
bullet Youth Training Program Outlines (BSA National website )

Leadership is a key component to Scouting and all Scouts are strongly encouraged to partake in any leadership training opportunities. All participants who successfully complete the TLT course will receive the "Trained" patch to wear on their right uniform shirt sleeve.

Patrol Leaders Council  (top)

(Coming Soon)

Patrols (top)

There currently five patrols.  Click on the patrol patches below or see the troop Patrol Roster (password protected) to find individual patrol members and their phone numbers.

Patrol Name   Patrol Leader   Asst. Patrol Leader

Anacondas

Alex T.

Sebastian C.

Flaming Arrows

Cody W.

Michael O.

Moose

Alex B.

Dylan O.

Scorpions

Kyle S.

Jake K.

Screaming Eagles

Dan N.

Zach N.

 

Anacondas
Anaconda

 Patrol flag image, yell & other info coming soon

Flaming Arrows
Flaming Arrow

 Patrol flag image, yell & other info coming soon

Moose
moose.gif (14200 bytes)

 Patrol flag image, yell & other info coming soon

Scorpions
scorpion

 Patrol flag image, yell & other info coming soon

Screaming Eagles
eagle

 Patrol flag image, yell & other info coming soon

Advancement (top)

bulletRank Advancment Requirements
Lists the current requirements for each along with several useful links to material scouts can use in addition to their Scout Manual to help them learn the skills and knowledge needed.
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bulletTroop Rank Advancement Report
password protected page that lists every scout's current rank and outstanding requirements for their next rank. You can use this to determine what requirements you have left to reach your next rank.
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bulletTroop Merit Badge Counselor List
Listing of the troop's registered merit badge counselors. Remember, it's the scout's responsibility to contact the counselor to set up an appointment. Not all merit badges have a counselor from our troop (see list of Merit Badges With No Counselor). Talk to one of the troop leaders for help locating a counselor if you want to work towards one of these badges.
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bullet U.S. Scouting Service Project
Visit the Advancement and Merit Badge sections to get current requirements, as well as other very useful advancement tips and information.
 
bulletMeritBadge.Com (External Site)
Note: This site does not appear to have been updated for several years.  So do not rely upon it for badge requirements.  It still is a useful site to find links to other sites related to the badge you are working on.  Visit the merit badge section of the U.S. Scouting Service Project instead to get current requirements.
An excellent resource that includes all of the current BSA merit badge requirements. The webmaster keeps the site very current, but double-check with your counselor to make sure you have the most current requirements. This site also has the requirements for rank advancement and special awards.
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bulletTroop 149 Advancement Aids
Your troop merit badge counselor may store extra reference material on this page for your use.
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Guide Patrol Assignments (top)

Our troop assigns new scouts to each of the patrols instead of a single new scout patrol. To help ensure that all new scouts have proper coaching, each patrol will have a Guide assigned to that patrol so that the scouts have an older scout that they can get to know and turn to for help. Guides should focus on making sure that the new scouts in the patrol understand how the troop and patrol operates, know who to see for help and, mose importantly, make sure our troop is a safe haven to all boys by making sure they are shielded from harassment by older scouts.

Coming Soon

Patrol Name   Guide(s)
Anacondas Kenny K.
Dragon -- Retired  
Flaming Arrows Shawn F.
Moose Dave D.
Scorpions Dave D.
Screaming Eagles Shawn F.

Instructor Skills Listing (top)

Troop Instructors are a valuable resource for scouts to turn to for rank advancement training. Each Troop Instructor is prepared to assist you to learn the skills and knowledge you need to continue your path from Scout to First Class. While all of the Instructors can assist with any requirement or skill, they each have indicated skill areas that are their focus of expertise. 

Skill Instructor(s)

First Aid

 

Map & Compass

  

Knot, Rope & Lashing (Pioneering)

  

Tote 'N Chip
(with leader observation)

  

Firem'n Chit

  

Fitness

  

Camping

  

Cooking

  

Hiking

  

Civics
(Flag, Scout Oath & Law and coordinate community leader visit)

 

Plant Identification
(Including Poisonous plants)

  

Animal Identification

  

Attendance Awards (top)

The PLC approved a new award program to reward the top two scouts who attend the most troop meetings and outings.  The reward would be no charge for the next outing (High Adventure (HA) and summer camp not included).  Patrol Leaders will take attendance and turn in to Scribe. Attendance at Moraine Hills (monthly conservation server projects) will be used as a tie breaker.  Awards will be given every six months.  Period starts with the April Court of Honor, April 3, 2007.

Winners Date
 

 

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