TROOP PHILOSOPHY:
Scouting is a way of life. The activities of Troop 223 are all directed toward developing the spirit of the Scout Law,
the Scout Oath, the Scout Slogan, Outdoor Code, and the Scout Motto in each participant.
Although Scouting is fun, Troop 223 IS NOT a recreational club or a child sitting service! Through Scouting, boys
become disciplined, ambitious, resourceful, self-reliant young men with pride in themselves, their families,
community, and country.
PARENTS ROLE:
Each Scout needs his parents’ support in meeting the challenges that face him in Scouting. The parent’s
encouragement and participation are crucial to the Scout’s growth and advancement. Parents must also support the
Troop’s activities; the Troop and the boy’s growth are dependent upon the collective energy and input of adults.
The boys cannot do it by themselves. The Troop adult leadership expects each boy’s parents to support the Troop
through the contribution of their time. There are a number of opportunities for contribution. They are:
o Finance – Managing the finances of the Troop.
o Camping and other outdoor activities – Providing instruction and supervision.
o Advancement – Guiding boys through ranks, merit badges, and special awards.
o Equipment Maintenance – Keeping the Troop property in good order.
o Troop Committee – Guide and support the Troop.
o Fund Raising – Plan and participate in Troop fund raising projects.
o Transportation – Providing coordination, vehicles, and drivers to Scouting events.
o Court of Honor – Strongly suggested to support your Scout by attending this ceremony.
o Registration – Collect the necessary information and fill out applications for membership and renewal. Scouting
does cost the parents a sum of money and time, but the return on the investment in their sons future far exceeds the
cost.
TROOP LEADERSHIP:
All of the adult leaders in Troop 223 are unpaid volunteers. Youth leaders are selected by vote of the Scouts, or
appointed on merit.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
To become a member, each boy must meet the requirements described in the Boy Scout Handbook for a Scout. He must fill out an application, have a conference with his parent(s) and/or guardian(s) together with the Scoutmaster (or his designated representative), and pay his registration fee. Guidelines should be read and the attached form signed by the Scout and his parent(s) and/or guardian(s) for understanding and acceptance.
ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS:
In order to participate in a long term outing (example: summer or winter camps, high adventure, and/or other long term outings) a Scout must have a minimum of 50% attendance in all phases of Troop programs in the quarter preceding the scheduled outing. The Scout not meeting the minimum attendance requirement of 50% must request to have their absence approved in advance of the scheduled outing by a committee of the Scoutmaster, a Committee Member, Senior Patrol Leader, or Assistant Senior Patrol Leader. Scouts are strongly encouraged to contact the Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster by phone or in writing regarding any absence from meetings.

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