Join Troop 8

 

 

 

Joining Requirements:

To become a Scout you must be a boy who has completed the 5th grade, or has earned the Arrow of Light Award, or be 11 years old, but not yet 18.

At your first troop meeting, your Scoutmaster will explain the joining requirements of the Boy Scouts of America.

Complete an Application:

Get a Boy Scout Membership Application from the Scoutmaster and have your parent or guardian sign the application and submit it with the appropriate fees. The fees are pro-rated to make sure you have the correct amount before submitting all the paperwork. The Scoutmaster will then give you the temporary certificate of membership.

Complete a Medical Form:

This is very important for your safety. Before you can go camping with us you must obtain a Medical Form from the Scoutmaster and have it completed by your parents and your doctor. Any special medical problems should also be brought to the Scoutmaster's attention.

Dues:

Our Troop dues are $1 per scheduled meeting, whether you attend or not. The Troop dues are for activities, parties, advancements and camping expenses.

When we go camping you will need to help with your share of food expenses, and sometimes there are other odd fees, gas for transportation, snack money, etc. Also your Patrol may collect dues for its own needs.

Earning the Scout Badge:

In order to earn your first badge, the Scout Badge, you must show your Scoutmaster that you (This information can also be found in your Scout Handbook) :

Repeat the Pledge of Allegiance.

Demonstrate the Scout salute, sign and handclasp.

Show how to tie the a square knot.

Understand and agree to live by the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, the Scout motto, the Scout slogan and the Outdoor Code.

Describe the Scout badge.

With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet, "How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse and Drug Abuse."

Participate in a Scoutmaster conference.

When you have completed these, welcome! You are a Scout!