Scoutbook: Scoutbook is an optional service provided by Boy Scouts of America. It’s main function is an advancement tracking tool. It also has messaging, forums, service, hiking, camping tracking and calendaring features. Units do not have to subscribe to Scoutbook, it is a free service provided to every unit.
EDGE: (Explain, Demonstrate, Guide, Enable) method is the primary training method to teach skills in the troop. EDGE should be used for all teaching opportunities. Make it a habit. It can be used anytime a leader is helping others learn. The four-step EDGE process is a simple method for teaching any skill:
- EXPLAIN—The trainer explains how something is done.
- DEMONSTRATE—After the trainer explains, the trainer demonstrates while explaining again. This gives the learner a clear understanding of what success looks like.
- GUIDE—The learner tries the skill while the trainer guides him through it. The trainer gives instant feedback as the learner practices the skill.
- ENABLE—The learner works independently under the watchful eye of the trainer. The trainer helps remove any obstacles to success, thus enabling the learner to succeed.
For over 100 years, the Order of the Arrow (OA) has recognized Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. This recognition provides encouragement for others to live these ideals as well. Arrowmen are known for maintaining camping traditions and spirit, promoting year-round and long term resident camping, and providing cheerful service to others. OA service, activities, adventures, and training for youth and adults are models of quality leadership development and programming that enrich and help to extend Scouting to America’s youth.
The PLC is the troop’s elected and duly appointed governing body.
The patrol leaders’ council plans the yearly troop program at the annual planning conference. It then meets monthly to fine-tune the plans for the upcoming month. The PLC is made up of the senior patrol leader, who presides over the meetings, the assistant senior patrol leader, all patrol leaders, and the troop guide. The troop scribe also attends to take notes and keep the minutes.
Key 3
Behind every great Scouting unit, district, council, area and region is a committed Key 3. These are the three top individuals within each segment of Scouting.
Troop 51 Atascadero 