troop guide

Troop guides serve as both a leader and a mentor to the members of the new-Scout patrol. They should be an older Scout who holds at least the First Class rank and can work well with younger Scouts.

The troop guide helps the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol lead their patrol, so they can develop into a well-functioning group, working together harmoniously and productively.

Requirements:

• selected by the senior patrol leader and Scoutmaster

• minimum rank of First Class

Responsibilities:

• introduces new Scouts to troop operations

• guides new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts

• helps new Scouts towards earning the First Class rank

• teaches basic Scout skills

• mentors the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol on his duties

• attends patrol leaders’ council (PLC) meetings with the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol

• counsels individual Scouts on Scouting challenges

• and the common leadership duties found here