Troop 186 - Rules and Requirements Last updated on 2000-11-03 Web Contents: shough1@earthlink.net Current location: ShoughHome: Scouts: TroopRulesRequirements.html
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The following are the rules and requirements for participation as a member of BSA, Troop #186, Newark, California. These rules/requirements were set forth by the Troop Committee, the Patrol Leader’s Council, and the Scoutmaster.

1. All Scouts and Scout leaders are expected to live by the Scout Law at ALL times.
2. Show Scout Spirit through cooperation and through respect of others at all times.
3. Wear the Class "A" uniform as described below (or an approved Patrol Uniform) to all troop meetings, and while traveling on outings and in restaurants while traveling.
4. Keep current in the payment of dues as required by the Troop Committee.
5. Absolutely no Fighting!
6. The Scoutmaster will take responsibility for discipline in these matters. The Scoutmaster will take what action he/she deems necessary for each offense.

• Boy Scout issue Khaki shirt with ALL accessories as per the Scout handbook. (Shirt must be tucked in the pants/shorts at all times)
• A undershirt that is plain or has Boy Scout theme.
• Belt, socks, and sturdy shoes. (athletic style shoes are OK)
• Boy Scout pants or shorts, or, normal fit denim jeans, or khaki colored pants. Not acceptable are baggy "skater" pants, torn or dirty clothing.

• Camouflage of any kind (except on hats or bandannas).
• Clothing or anything else that has drawings, pictures, words or anything else that is vulgar or distasteful in any way (Scoutmaster discretion).

1. Follow all "General Rules"
2. Accept fair share of "Duties" as agreed to in the duty roster.
3. Respect All equipment at All times.
4. Accept fair share of responsibility for Troop or Patrol equipment used on an outing that you participate in.
5. Clean and maintain any equipment assigned to you. Seek advice when unsure how to clean and care for equipment. Return the equipment within 8 days of the outing.

To be eligible to participate in Winter outdoor camping a Scout must attend Winter Awareness Training within the past two years. Or attend two sessions in his career.

• Star rank or above
• Have held at least one leadership position.
• 14 years old, or 13 and attended Brown Sea Leadership training.
• Active in 80% of the Troop outings.
• Scoutmaster Approval

• First Class Rank or above
• 13 years old
• Active in 80% of the Troop outings.
• Scoutmaster Approval.

First Class Rank or above.

To become a Arrowman a Scout must be elected by the Troop in a formal election held at a Troop meeting and administered by the Order of the Arrow. To be eligible a Scout must have the following:

• Rank of First Class or above.
• Have at least 15 nights of camping in the past 2 years. 6 of the nights must be consecutive in a camp.
• Be active as a Troop mentor.
• Participate in at least 50% of the Troop outings.
• Attain Scoutmaster’s approval

Venture Crew Requirements:

To be selected as part of the Venture Crew each scout must complete all of the requirements. To maintain his place on the Venture Crew each scout must continue to meet all of the requirements. Failure to meet all requirements will result in the removal of the Scout from the Venture Crew until the Scout meets the requirements and interviews with the Scoutmaster.

• Rank of First Class or above.
• At least 13 Years of age.
• Participate in a leadership position or be active as a mentor for the Troop.
• Attend 80% of the Troop Meetings.
• Attend 50% of Non-Venture, Troop Camp-outs
• Demonstrate Scout Spirit at all times, live by the Scout Law and Oath.
• Wear the Class "A" uniform at all troop meetings and during travel to all outings.
• Exceptions to any of these require Scoutmaster’s and Venture ASM approval.