1. TROOP 313 PARENT ORIENTATION OCTOBER 2017

2. TROOP 313 PARENT ORIENTATION Parent Involvement Active scout participation + parent guidance/support = successful scout Doesn’t mean that you have to camp (although you are more than welcome) NO Dump and run – BSA does not mean Babysitters of America Communicate with your scout

3. TROOP 313 PARENT ORIENTATION Youth Led Troop Boys plan the theme of meetings/activities Parents/adults/committee members take a background role SPL or ASPL gives directions/makes decisions with scoutmaster

4. TROOP 313 PARENT ORIENTATION Troop 313 is based on the Patrol Method A patrol is a group of about 8 boys that plan, carry out projects and hike and camp together. Patrols also helps boys learn leadership skills in a smaller group format. Patrols should meet on a regular basis to plan activities, menus and advancement activities.