The eagle scout medal or patch must not be sold or otherwise provided to any unit or to the scout, nor should the court of honor be. Heres an comprehensive look at the scoutmasters conference. Preparing for a scoutmaster conference posted by mark abell on september 23, 2009 beginning october 1, 2009, every scout requesting a scoutmaster conference will be asked to complete the scoutmasterconferenceworksheet and bring it with him to the conference. Tell how you practiced the outdoor code on a campout or outing. And, as always, have another scoutmaster with you when you have the conference, or, if outdoors, be in sight of the rest of the troop. Scoutmaster conference preparation worksheet write clearly. While working toward tenderfoot rank, and after completing scout rank requirement 7, participate in a scoutmaster conference. The initial conference takes place upon completing the joining requirements. I hope you know the answer to that already, but in this podcast i answer an email question from a parent whose son is having a problem with getting though a scoutmasters conference. Scouts participate in a scoutmaster conference as a requirement for each. While working toward the tenderfoot rank, and after completing scout rank requirement 7, participate in a scoutmaster conference. The scout fills this out when he has completed all the requirements for the next rank, and brings it to. The board members then decide if the scout is ready for the next rank. The scouts are required to contact me through email to ask for a scoutmaster conference.
Tenderfoot is the second rank earned in scouts bsa. A scout must participate in such a conference when he joins a troop and at every step along the advancement trail. Scoutmaster conference worksheet tenderfoot rank personal. A few years ago i bought a new uniform, so this was actually the third shirt on which i wore that patch. Scout handbook or troop master report, showing that you have passed all requirements and a rope to tie knots.
Some scouters dont understand the purpose of this meeting, viewing it as little more than a paperwork exercise or a dress. Because there are fundamental differences between cub scouts and boy scouts in the way that ranks are awarded, please go. Simple cuts and scratches blisters on the hand and foot minor burns or scalds first degree bites or stings of insects and ticks poisonous snakebite nosebleed frostbite. The scoutmaster conference determines if the scout is ready to go before the board. The following are the skills and areas of knowledge the scoutmaster will want to make sure you have learned in. The tenderfoot through first class scoutmaster conferences. Homepage forums scouts bsa eagle scoutmaster conferences this topic has 1 voice and 5 replies.
Scoutmaster conference when a scout is ready request a scoutmaster conference. A conference should be a private discussion between the scoutmaster and a scout, but held in full view of other. Viewing 5 reply threads author posts april 5, 2017 at 10. The eagle scoutmaster conference surviving the eagle. With the early ranks, he focuses on the scout oath duty to self at tenderfoot, duty to. The scoutmaster conference is a visit between the scoutmaster and a scout. Discuss areas good and to be improved uniform, attendance, attention, hands to self, language, etc. During a scoutmaster conference for the rank of life, a scoutmaster is requiring a scout to answer questions from earlier ranks and merit badges, erect a tent, fold. You do not have to wait until you have completed requirements for another rank to request a scoutmaster conference. Note that a scout must participate or take part in one. The first patch is still on the first uniform shirt.
Scouts bsa tenderfoot scout spirit requirements helps and. Through scouting i have learned there are many things i. The scout is asked back into the room and the chairperson. A photocopy of the application should be attached to an advancement form and. Your scoutmaster might ask you more questions about your future plans though e. It is a valuable opportunity for a scoutmaster to discuss with each scout his activity in the troop and his understanding and practice of the ideals of scouting. Bring your scout handbook to be signed, be in full class a. A scoutmaster has an important job in guiding scouts to advance, and the scoutmaster conference is a major step in the process. On the campout, assist in preparing one of the meals. Star rank scoutmaster conference worksheet personal growth. When all board members have asked their questions, the scout is asked to leave the room. Guidelines for the tenderfoot scoutmaster conference w hat to wear. Here is a list of my general scoutmaster conference questions for the tenderfoot rank advancement. The tenderfoot badge takes the fleurdelis of the scout badge and adds two.
Tell why it is important for each patrol member to share in meal preparation and cleanup. This was the latest uniform, with the latest patch, the one with the current meaning. Blisters on hand or foot minor 1st degree burns bites and stings of insects or ticks poisonous snakebite nosebleed frostbite and sunburn second class pass needs help 1a demonstrate how a compass works 2e discuss when is appropriate to use a stove or fire to cook with. From the boy scout joining requirements to eagle palms, the scoutmaster conference is a constant. Spend at least one night on a patrol or troop campout. He will also be asked to demonstrate the basic scout skills for the rank he is seeking. Now these additional ranks form a second tier where scouts can further. Troop 526 second class rank scoutmaster conference worksheet. Conference for tenderfoot, second class, first class. I certify that the above scout has served actively in our patrol since his last rank advancement. What campouts have you gone on since you joined troop 29. Eagle scoutmaster conference worksheet personal growth agreement. What was the most challenging requirement rank or merit badge do you think that your.
The actual advancement is not the thing its helping the scout grow in character thats important. Jot down your notes if youd like or leave it blank. Rather, a scoutmaster conference is a time when the scoutmaster gets to know the scout. Star rank scoutmaster conference worksheet personal. The advancement program for scouts participating in the scouts bsa is symbolized by the.
With a helper and a practice victim, show a line rescue both as tender and as rescuer. Sample scoutmaster conference questions the joining or scout scoutmaster conference what did you like about cub scouting. I have refrained from adding any commentary or opinion because i think. Worksheet for use in working on these requirements. Depending on the rank for scoutmaster conference, i schedule the below amount of time for each rank. An important checkpoint for rank advancement, this boyleader conversation can counsel, inspire, and motivate. The bor questions arent too difficult, generally a lot about your leadership during the project and project. Scout rank requirement 7, participate in a scoutmaster conference.
With the star rank, emphasis is placed upon service to others, merit badges, and leadership. The requirements for scout, tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks may be worked on simultaneously. Star scout rank scoutmaster conference worksheet 2 created by rick parshall t126, modified by gary hendra, t92 my patrol mates and i are represented well poorly at the plc, because. The things i like most about our troop are the things i like least about the troop are the things that i would like to see the troop change or improve are i think that our troop should do more. Is ready for a scoutmasters conference for the rank of. While that name sounds like a lot of psychobabble, it is a good description of what the conference was intended to accomplish. Give me several examples of how you have shown scout spirit. Use this sheet to prepare for a discussion with your scoutmaster. All of the references below are official publications of the bsa the guide to advancement 20 and the scoutmasters handbook. Each scout must regularly meet with a scoutmaster for a scoutmaster conference. The tenderfoot scout spirit requirements provide an opportunity for a. These requirements are effective as of february, 2019. But a scoutmaster may not add or take away requirements for advancement.
I wasnt really nervous for mine, and you shouldnt be, either. Alternative requirements for the scout rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in. What does it mean to a tenderfoot scout to be prepared. Earning badges and receiving recognition can be very satisfying to youth.
When i was a scout, what is now known as the scoutmaster conference, was known as the personal growth agreement conference 1970s. Scoutmaster conference preparation boy scout trail. In the scoutmaster conference, the scoutmaster will ask a few questions to be sure scouts are ready for the bor. What do you think you will like about boy scouting. This is to discuss your goals and accomplishments and is required for each rank advancement. Sample scoutmaster conference questions boy scouts. Alternate requirements for tenderfoot rank are available for scouts with physical or mental disabilities if they meet the criteria listed in alternate requirements for tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks. Since joining the troop and while working on the scout rank, participate in a scoutmaster conference.
To keep track of such information, villafrancas troop uses a twopage worksheet for each rank. Eagle scoutmaster conference worksheet personal growth. Which camp out or activity did you like the best, and what did you like about it. Simple cuts and scratches blisters on the hand and foot minor burns or scalds first degree bites or stings of insects and. And i should mention that this was not the first scoutmaster patch that i have worn. Troop 526 tenderfoot rank scoutmaster conference worksheet. Tenderfoot rank requirements us scouting service project.
Heres an comprehensive look at the scoutmasters conference without. The requirements of becoming a tenderfoot provide basic skills to begin preparing the scout for higher adventure outings. Sep 09, 2014 the scoutmaster conference shouldnt be a time for drilling the scout to make sure he really learned his knots and first aid skills or to remember what he cooked and with whom he cooked it. Scoutmaster conference guidelines 1 introduction recognize that each scoutmaster is different, and each scout is unique. Scoutmaster conference questions scout spirit explain to me what you think scout spirit is. Not big as in something to be freaked out about, but more like the scouting definition of epic. Scoutbook scouting references scouts bsa tenderfoot. The scoutmaster conference shouldnt be a time for drilling the scout to make sure he really learned his knots and first aid skills or to remember what he cooked and with whom he cooked it. Scoutmaster conferences the scoutmaster conference is intended to be a rewarding opportunity for both the scoutmaster and the boy to grow in scouting. Doing scoutmaster conference at the regular troop meeting is very difficult and distracting for both the scout and myself.
Steve carter t310 i learn much more than camping and merit badge skills. Scoutmaster conference should be pretty much the same as any scoutmaster conference. After six scoutmaster conferences before, spread out across the years since you were eleven, its time for the last one. Conferences for the ranks of tenderfoot through life should be 10 to 15 minutes in length. How the scout can use the merit badge program to explore interests and. Troop 526 second class rank scoutmaster conference. Questions about eagle scoutmaster conference and bor. Why do you think a scoutmasters conference is required for advancement in rank. Yet a scoutmaster conference should cover a common set of minimum subjects with a boy as he progresses through ranks, or if he just needs a periodic discussion with a scoutmaster. Troop 526 tenderfoot rank scoutmaster conference worksheet while the rank of scout i. We are chartered through a catholic church so i try to conduct the conference right after the most attended mass, usually about 10. Minor thermalheat burns or scalds superficial, or first degree.
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