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BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

TROOP 152 SCOUT MANUAL

Chartered Organization: First Congregational Church, Mukwonago, WI

Contents

Aims of Scouting .........................................................................................................................................................1

Methods of Scouting ..................................................................................................................................................1

Adult Leadership .........................................................................................................................................................3

Youth Protection ........................................................................................................................................................3

Health Forms ..............................................................................................................................................................4

Meetings .....................................................................................................................................................................4

Uniforms .....................................................................................................................................................................5

Community Involvement ............................................................................................................................................5

Camping & Activities ..................................................................................................................................................6

Advancement .............................................................................................................................................................9

Financial Policies ...................................................................................................................................................... 12

Behavior and Discipline Policy ................................................................................................................................. 15

Discipline Procedure ................................................................................................................................................ 16

Letter from the Scoutmaster

Dear Parents of Troop 152:

We are pleased to have your son as a member of the Boy Scouts of America Troop 152, and hope that both he

and you will benefit from the association. Our goal is to help your son develop into a young man conforming to

the Boy Scout ideals of physical strength, mental awareness and moral action.

The pre-teen and teenage years are an important time in your son’s life. Critical, yet sometimes subtle, choices

are made that can shape the rest of his life. Boy Scouting was founded on the belief that, during this time, a

Scout should undergo the personal growth necessary to move from a state of almost complete dependence

upon his family towards increasing self-reliance and independence. A primary vehicle for this change is

presentation of opportunities to make responsible decisions under diverse circumstances, and to experience the

consequences of his decisions. We feel privileged to play a part in helping influence some of these choices.

Here are a few of the ways you can use the Scouting program to help your son to develop and grow:

At least one parent should join the Troop as a Patrol Advisor, Assistant Scoutmaster or a Committee Member.

Encourage your Scout to have perfect attendance at all Troop meetings and outings. Make it clear that he has made a commitment to his Troop and Patrol - they need him!

Be interested in your son’s Scouting activities and encourage his advancement.

Check with Patrol Advisors or the Advancement Chairperson regularly. Praise your son on each achievement.

As he matures, have him earn the money necessary for Troop outings.

Encourage him to pay dues regularly as part of the learning of handling money and his responsibility to the Troop.

Attend all Courts of Honor.

Attend Troop Committee Meetings.

Show your Scout by your involvement that the program is worthy of you time by you own participation when requested.

We wish your son every success in his Scouting career, and the sole purpose of the adult leadership of Troop 152

is to create and maintain an environment in which he can succeed.

Yours in Scouting,

Tom Jurasinski

Scoutmaster, Troop 152

Troop 152 Scout Manual ~ 1 ~ Revised: March 10, 2018

Aims of Scouting

The Boy Scout program works toward three aims. The first is growth in moral strength and character. We

define this as what the Scout is himself: his personal qualities, his values, and his outlook. A second aim is

participative citizenship. Used broadly, citizenship means the Scout’s relationship to others. He comes to learn

of his obligations to other people, to the society in which he lives and to the government that presides over that

society. The third aim of the Boy Scout program is development of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual

fitness. Fitness includes the body (well-tuned and healthy), the mind (able to think clearly and solve problems),

the emotions (courage, self-control and self-respect), and the spirit (relationship with God and respect for all His

creations).

Methods of Scouting

Establish Clear Goals (Ideal) The ideals of Scouting are spelled out in the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, Slogan and the Outdoor Code. The Scout

measures himself against these ideals and continually tries to improve. The goals are high and as he reaches for

them he develops control over what he becomes.

Organize by Patrols The Patrol Method gives Scouts an experience in-group living and participative citizenship. It places a certain

amount of responsibility on young shoulders and teaches Scouts how to accept it. The Patrol Method allows

Scouts to act in small groups where they can easily relate to one another. These small groups determine the

Troop activities through their elected representative.

Focus on the Outdoors The Boy Scout program is designed to take place outdoors. It is in the outdoors that Scouts share

responsibilities and learn to live with each other. It is here that skills and activities practiced at Troop Meetings

come alive with purpose. Being closer to nature helps Scouts gain appreciation for God’s handiwork and

mankind’s place in it. It teaches them to be good stewards of their world. The outdoors is a laboratory for

Scouts to learn ecology, practice conservation of nature’s resources and develop self-sufficiency.

Create Opportunities for Success through Advancement Scouting provides a series of surmountable obstacles and the steps to overcome them throughout the

advancement program. The Scout plans his advancement and progresses at his own pace as he overcomes each

challenge. The Scout is rewarded for each achievement, which help him gain self-respect and self-confidence.

The steps in the advancement system (Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life and Eagle) help a

Scout grow in self-reliance and the ability to help others.


Provide a Positive Role Model A Scout learns from the example of his adult leaders. In his quest for personal growth, every Scout needs

contact with adults he can copy. The Scoutmaster and his assistants provide the positive role model espoused

by the Boy Scout program.

Foster Personal Growth As Scouts plan their activities and make progress toward their goals, they experience personal growth. The

Good Turn concept is a major part of the personal growth method of Scouting. Scouts grow as they participate

in community service projects and do Good Turns for others. There is probably no device so successful in

developing a basis for personal growth as the daily Good Turn. The religious emblems program is also a large

part of the personal growth method. Frequent personal conferences with his Scoutmaster and Patrol Advisor

help each Scout to determine his growth toward Scouting’s Aim.

Encourage Leadership Development The Boy Scout program encourages the Scouts to learn and practice leadership skills. Every Scout has the

opportunity to participate in both shared and total leadership situations. Understanding the concepts of

leadership helps a Scout accept the leadership role of others and guides him toward the citizenship aim of

Scouting.

Emphasize the Practical and Symbolic Aspects of Wearing the Scout Uniform The uniform makes the Scout Troop visible as a force for good and creates a positive youth image in the

community. The Boy Scout program is an action program, and wearing the Scout uniform is an action that

shows each Scout’s commitment to the aims and goals of Scouting. The uniform gives the Scout identity with a

world brotherhood of youth that believe the same ideals. The uniform is also practical attire for Scout activities

and provides a way for Scouts to wear the badges that show what they have accomplished.

Parent Support A key element in maintaining and improving the quality of Troop 152 is by having active parental support. To be

successful, Scouting must be a family activity. Parental support does not consist of driving your son to a Troop

meeting and picking him up. BSA Troop 152 is not a babysitting service. Good parental support consists of the

following:

o Make sure your son attends all Troop activities and is ready for them. o Encourage your son in his Scout advancement. o Take an active interest is his Scouting activities. o Attend parent meetings, courts of honor and other family activities. o Join the Troop Committee. The committee is made up of parents and meets once a month to set

Troop policy. o Become a Merit Badge Counselor for the Troop. You don't have to be an expert in the area.

There are more than 120 Merit Badges so there should be something you know about. o Support fundraiser projects. This is how we earn money for Troop equipment and the Scouts can

earn money for activities.


Adult Leadership

Troop 152 is a very active Troop providing a broad base experience for all Scouts. For any Troop to be successful,

it requires a caring and supportive Adult Leader Group. Troop 152 is fortunate to have both strong Leadership

as well as strong volunteer support. All families bring different skills to the Troop and that is what makes ours so

strong. New Troop members bring new ideas and new energy, if everyone does a little bit – no one needs to do

it all.

Boy Scouts is different from Cub Scouts in that the Scouts are expected to organize and run the Troop. This is a

substantial change for the Scouts and sometimes it takes direction and guidance from the adults.

If you have any ideas for meetings, campouts, day trips or improvements, please share them. The more

involvement we get, the better our program will be.

Youth Protection

One of the goals of each and every adult leader and parent in the Troop is to assure the Scouts are safe at all

times. The Boy Scouts of America and the Potawatomi Area Council have changed their requirements regarding

who is required to complete Youth Protection Training (YPT). Youth Protection Training is now required for ALL

adults on Scout functions, in addition to just Registered Adult Leaders. Council has indicated that if YPT is not up

to date the adult will not be allowed on the Troop roster. To this end, we are asking that EVERY parent of a

Scout in our Troop have a current YPT certificate on file at Council. This can be accomplished in person or

online at your convenience in about an hour. Please use the following link, create a login and password if you do

not have one and complete the training. Please forward a copy of the certificate to our Troop’s Activities

Coordinator so that we have it on file.

http://my.scouting.org/


Health Forms

Annual Health and Medical Record The Boy Scouts of America requires a complete and current Annual Health and Medical Record on file for all

Scouts participating in Scouting activities. Copies will be provided to Adult Leaders so that we will have a copy at

all events in case of emergency. Parts A & B are required for any event or activity that exceeds 72 hours in

duration. Part C, including a physical examination, is required for any event longer than 72 hours.

Adults Health Forms The Boy Scouts of America requires a complete and current Annual Health and Medical Record on file for all

Adults participating in Scouting activities. Copies will be provided to Adult Leaders so that we will have a copy at

all events in case of emergency. Parts A & B are required for any event or activity that exceeds 72 hours in

duration. Part C, including a physical examination, is required for any event longer than 72 hours.

Meetings

Troop Meetings Unless changed due to conflict such as holidays, our Troop will meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month,

from August through June. Meetings begin at 6:30pm promptly, and end no later than 8:00pm, unless

otherwise indicated.

The Troop meets on the lower level of the First Congregational Church, located at 231 Roberts Drive in

Mukwonago, WI.

Courts of Honor are held three times each year, in September, December and May. A Court of Honor is a more

formal meeting where we summarize what has happened since our last Court of Honor (activities, awards…).

Scouts will receive earned Merit Badges at the next available meeting, but rank advancements and other awards

will be presented at the Court of Honor. Parents are encouraged to attend the Court of Honor, as well as

regular Troop meetings.

Patrol Meetings Patrols are encouraged to meet on their own, as Patrol Meetings are an excellent way to plan a Patrol’s

involvement in upcoming outings and Troop Meetings, select menus for hikes and campouts, fill out duty rosters

for campouts, assign Patrol Members specific tasks, and work out other details for the smooth operation of the

Patrol. Patrols can also get together to work on Patrol yells, make a Patrol flag, practice Scout skills for Rank

Advancement, or just plain have fun.

Committee Meetings Troop 152 holds a monthly committee meeting to discuss all upcoming activities and plans for the Troop. All

parents are welcome to become committee members, or to just join the meeting and help support the Scouts.

These meeting are typically the 3rd Tuesday of the month and begin at approximately 6:30 PM at the First

Congregational Church. Contact the Committee Chair to be placed on the email list for the agenda and times.


Uniforms

Field Uniform (f.k.a. Class ‘A’ Uniform)

The following Class ‘A’ Uniform will be worn to all Troop Meetings, Boards of Review, District Events, Campouts,

and Training, unless otherwise directed by Scoutmaster:

Official BSA khaki Uniform shirt, long or short sleeve

Official BSA olive pants or shorts, or other dress pants/jeans in neat & clean condition

Red or Olive Shoulder Loops, as appropriate to Uniform shirt style

Black Braided Bolo with B.S.A. Emblem

Casual Dress (f.k.a. Class ‘B’ Uniform) The following Class ‘A’ Uniform will be worn at Camp or on a Service Project or as directed by Scoutmaster:

Troop 152 T-shirt or camp shirt, Scout pants or shorts or jeans to be designated by Scoutmaster.

When traveling to or from Troop 152 sponsored outings, Scouts are expected to be in full Field Uniform, unless

otherwise directed by the Scoutmaster.

Community Involvement

Serving our community is an important part of Scouting. When a Scout takes part in a community service

project, service hours are awarded. Service hours are required for a Scout to advance to the rank of Second

Class, Star, and Life. It is the Scout’s responsibility to keep track of their own community service hours. Sample

projects where hours are awarded:

Highway Cleanup

Eagles Nest Campout

Eagle Scout Projects

Community Clean-ups

Highway Clean Up Twice each year the Troop participates in a highway cleanup. We maintain a stretch of Hwy. 83 from the bridge

just north of Wal-Mart to County Highway L. The cleanup takes approximately 1 ½ hours.

Dates: to be announced at the Troop meetings (three times per year, check the Troop Calendar)

Meeting location: ShoreWest Realtor’s – HWY83 & Wolf Run Rd.

Time: typically 7:00am – 8:30am

Wear old clothes and boots, and bring gloves!!


Memorial Day Flag Placement Troop 152 takes the recognition of Memorial Day and the men and women that gave of themselves for this

country very seriously. We ask that all Scouts join us to place U.S. Flags at St. Paul’s Cemetery prior to Memorial

Day. This is a formal event and all Scouts should be in full field uniform and show respect.

Miscellaneous The Scouts are often involved in other service projects. These might involve raking a yard in fall or cleaning up

after a parade… Part of being a Scout is to give back to our community and as these opportunities present

themselves, we will communicate the needs to the Troop.

Camping & Activities

Because we do so much camping, we like to think of Troop 152 as the “Camping Troop”.

Per B.S.A. and Potawatomi Area Council requirements:

ALL ADULTS PARTICIPATING IN TROOP CAMPOUTS OR OTHER ACTIVITIES MUST HAVE A CURRENT

YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON FILE WITH THE TROOP.

The “Buddy System” Pairing two Scouts for Scout activities is called the "Buddy System." All Troop and Patrol activities are structured

this way for safety. At no time is a Scout allowed to “solo”, especially during outside activities. With an uneven

number of Scouts, a three-person buddy group must be used. Each Scout is responsible for keeping track of his

Buddy at all times. He may not swap his Buddy without the knowledge and consent of the Senior Patrol Leader.

Two Deep Leadership Adult leaders are also required to comply with "Two-Deep Leadership" policy of BSA. A minimum of two adults

is required for camps, hikes, meetings, etc. At least one of the adults must be a registered Adult Leader. This

policy protects leaders as well as the Scouts. Except for a parent and his/her son, Youth and Adult buddy

combinations are not allowed. This complies with B.S.A. Youth Protection Guidelines.

Sign-ups Sign-up sheets for each camp or activity will be available at the Troop Meeting. The signup sheet provides the

following information:

Cost – listed per each Scout (typically $25.00) and for any adults that go (typically $12.50)

Departure – The departure time will be listed on the signup sheet and announced at the meetings.

Location – Unless otherwise indicated we will meet and depart from the parking lot of the First Congregational Church.


Permission – When your son signs up for an activity, your signature is required on the form. This indicates that you know that they are signed up, and your signature is the permission slip.

Parents are not required to accompany their Scouts. However, you are welcome, and encouraged, to

participate.

Monthly Campouts Typically we camp one weekend per month, from September through May. Some of the locations we camp at

include Wildcat Mountain State Park, Ice Age Trail, Devil’s Lake State Park, Peninsula State Park, Eagle Cave,

Highcliff State Park, Home Improvement Campout, and Kohler Andrea State Park.

Note: Unless otherwise specified, please be sure your son has dinner before you drop him off! Typically, we get

to our final destination and get camp set up too late to make supper.

Special Medical or Dietary Needs If your son has any special needs it is your responsibility to advise one of the Adults attending the event. If

medications are required, one Adult on the campout will be charged with distributing them. Please give this

Adult all medications.

Electronics On campouts electronic games and toys are prohibited. Phones may be used in the vehicles to and from our

destination but must stay in the vehicle or it will be confiscated for the duration of the campout. Once a year

we hold an “Electronics Campout”, this is an indoor campout and all electronic games and toys are welcome

(please assure games are age appropriate).

Equipment At the end of this manual you will find a sample packing check-list. It is highly recommended that your Scout get

in the habit of completing the check-off list each and every time he goes camping. This packing list is created on

Microsoft Word and is available on disk. It is recommended that each Scout take the list and customize it. The

following equipment is provided by the Troop:

Trailer

Tents

Cooking Equipment

Food

Drink

Transportation

Tents The Troop has gone to great expense to make sure that your Scout has one of the best tents on the market to

assure their camping trip will be a good experience. To maintain the tents, the following rules and requirements

must be followed:

No food allowed in the tent


No flames are allowed in or near the tent

No knives can be used or opened in the tent

No more than two Scouts per tent

Tent Care After a campout, one of the two Scouts who used the tent will be assigned to take the tent and ground cover

home to clean and dry it. Unless the tent is muddy, this will usually consist of putting the tent up to dry it, and

wiping it down inside and out. Parents, we need your help to assure that this happens immediately upon return

from a campout. If the weather is bad or too cold, please put it up in your basement or garage. When a tent is

sent home with your son it becomes his (and your) responsibility to care for it. If the tent is not properly cleaned

and dried or is neglected and sustains damage, you will be asked to reimburse the Troop for the cost of the tent.

Tent Return The tent and tarp should be cleaned, dried and brought to the next Troop meeting. Please get to the meeting 30

minutes early (6:00PM) as we will perform a tent inspection on all tents regardless of who returns it. We would

like to have the inspections done before the meeting so as to not take time away from the meeting.

Day Events The Troop participates in many day activities:

Klondike Derby

First Aid Meet

Eagles Nest at Camp Indian Mound (We help run the camp for the Webelos)

Electric Slot Car Racing

Canoeing

Wall Climbing

Summer Camp (Resident Camp) Each year we attend Summer Camp, at the L.E. Phillips Scout Reservation near Rice Lake, Wisconsin. “Camp

Phillips” has an excellent “First Year Scout” program and offers a full Merit Badge program for Scouts of all

ranks. Summer Camp is a very important part of the Scouting experience as well as one of the best ways for a

Scout to complete requirements for advancement.

Camp runs Sunday through Saturday, typically the 3rd full week in July

Parent not required to accompany Scouts, but are welcome

Drivers and adults required to transport the Scouts and provide minimal guidance

Cost is approximately $285 (all inclusive) for the week, payment due mid-April.

High Adventure Troop 152 attends a High Adventure activity every two years. There may be minimum age, rank or Merit Badge

requirements depending on the adventure. Past trips include:

A week in the Florida Keys, sailing and snorkeling in the summer of 2001

A week in the Boundary Waters in 2003.

Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico


Advancement

Advancement from Scout to Eagle is an important part of the Scouting experience and is completely explained in

the Scout Handbook. Opportunities for completing advancement requirements will be provided to the Scouts; it

is the Scout’s responsibility to take advantage of those opportunities.

The Troop has four basic rules about advancement:

1. A Scout may be tested on rank requirements by his Scoutmaster, assistant Scoutmaster, a Troop

Committee member, his patrol leader, Troop guides, or another junior leader, provided that the leader

has already earned the rank the Scout is aiming for. The Scoutmaster maintains a list of those qualified

to give tests and to pass candidates. The Scout’s Merit Badge Counselor teaches and tests on the

requirements for Merit Badges. Troop 152 strongly suggests that parents who are registered leaders

and siblings who are also members of the Troop not sign rank requirements or act as a Merit Badge

Counselor for their own family members. Troop members who sign off a family member’s rank

requirements or Merit Badge requirements are asked to have these items initialed by another registered

Adult Troop Leader.

2. Merit Badge Counselors must be approved by the Troop Committee Chairman, Chartered Organization

Representative, and registered with the Potawatomi Area Council prior to any work being completed on

the Merit Badge. The Advancement Chairman reserves the right to disallow any advancement or Merit

Badge signed-off by an unapproved individual.

3. Listed below are the steps to follow to earn a Merit Badge

a. After looking over the list of Merit Badges and finding one that interests you, obtain a blue Merit

Badge card from the Advancement Chairman. Fill in your name, address, and the name of the

badge. Ask the Scoutmaster to sign the card before you begin working. These leaders can give

you the names of registered Merit Badge counselors with whom you can work.

b. Contact the Merit Badge Counselors and tell him/her that you want to earn the Merit Badge.

The counselor may want to set up an appointment to explain what he/she expects and to help

you get started. Note: You must have another person with you at each meeting with the Merit

Badge counselor. This person can be another Scout, your parent, a sibling, relative or friend.

c. Read the Merit Badge pamphlet on the subject. When you know what is expected, start

working on the requirements. You can ask your counselor to help you learn things you need to

know or do.

d. When you are ready, call the counselor and make an appointment to review your work. When

you go, take along the things you have made to meet the requirements. If they are too big to

move, take pictures or a note from an adult who can tell what you have done. The counselor

will ask you to show and discuss each requirement to make sure you have done everything

required. Once the counselor is satisfied that you have completed the requirements, he/she will


sign your blue card and keep the counselor’s portion of the card. Be sure to hang on tight to this

card: if you lose it, you may have to start the badge over unless the counselor is willing and able

to vouch for what you already completed.

e. Take the card back to the Scoutmaster or designated Assistant Scoutmaster and have him sign it.

Keep the part of the blue card that says “Applicant’s Record” and give the “Troop Record”

section to the Advancement Chairman. You will receive your Merit Badge at the next Troop

Meeting or Court of Honor.

Note regarding Merit Badge requirements: You are expected to meet the requirements as they

are stated – no more and no less. You are expected to do exactly what is stated in the

requirements. If it says “show and demonstrate,” that is what you must do. Just telling about it

isn’t enough. The same thing holds true for such words as “make”, “list,” “in the field,”

“collect,” “identify,” and “label.”

4. Scouts will be encouraged to advance but will not be pushed to advance. Troop Leaders are responsible

for providing advancement opportunities but are not responsible for ensuring a Scout advances in rank.

5. Even though the Advancement Chairman maintains records of each Scout's advancement, it is each

Scout's responsibility to maintain written proof of his advancement. Scout Handbooks provide places to

have requirements signed-off and the Scout will be given a signed card for each Merit Badge or rank

advancement. Possession of a patch is not considered proof. Eagle rank will not be granted without

documented proof that all requirements have been completed.

Rank Advancement Procedure All ranks other than that of Eagle Scout will follow the steps below. The procedure for Eagle Scout rank

advancement is governed by procedures outlined by our District, Council, and the Boy Scouts of America.

Each Scout is responsible for completing all of the requirements for his rank as noted in the Boy Scout

Handbook. When a requirement is completed, the Scout should ask the leader in charge of the activity to sign

and date his book immediately.

Once all of the requirements for a rank are signed off, the Scout will take his book to his Patrol Advisor who will verify that all requirements are completed. If the Patrol Advisor feels the Scout is prepared, he will instruct the Scout to request a conference with the Scoutmaster. The Scoutmaster Conference will usually take place at a Troop meeting, patrol meeting, weekend camp-out, or camp. For this conference, the Scout must bring his handbook and be in his Class A uniform. The Scoutmaster will ask questions related to the requirements of the rank to which the Scout wishes to advance. Each Scout should study and review the material before this conference. If the Scoutmaster is unavailable or has many conferences, designated Assistant Scoutmasters may conduct the Scoutmaster Conference. If the Scoutmaster feels the Scout has accomplished the skills for rank advancement, he will sign the appropriate page in the Scout’s handbook. Once the Scoutmaster signs the Scout’s handbook, the Scoutmaster will then ask the Advancement Chairman to schedule a Board of Review. The Advancement Chairman will check the Scout’s advancement history in the


Troop’s records to verify that all required Merit Badges for each rank have been earned. The Scout will then be notified of the date for his Board of Review, or if he has requirements to complete before a Board of Review is convened. For a Board of Review, the Scout must bring his handbook and be in his field uniform. This review will not retest the Scout. The purpose is to evaluate the Scout’s experiences, to find out how our Troop is doing from the Scout’s perspective, help the Scout to realize his accomplishments, and encourage him to continue to advance in rank. Upon confirmation of advancement, each member of the Board of Review will sign the Scout’s handbook and a Board of Review form. The Board of Review forms will be returned to the Advancement Chairman to be entered into the Troop’s records and recorded at the Potawatomi Area Council Office. The Scout will receive his rank advancement badge at the next Court of Honor.

Scoutmaster’s Conferences This is a one-on-one meeting with the Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster. The purpose of the Scoutmaster’s

Conference is to provide the Scout with the opportunity to demonstrate his knowledge of the skills required for

rank advancement. The conference must be requested by the Scout, but will be held at the convenience of the

Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster. Scouts are expected to appear in full dress uniform for the Scoutmaster

Conference.

Board of Review Scouts are expected to appear in full field uniform for the Board of Review.

The Board of Review interview is conducted by three adults of the Troop Committee after the Scout has

successfully completed the Scoutmaster’s Conference. The Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmasters will not sit

on the Board of Review.

The questions are intended to be more general in nature, regarding the Scout’s individual experiences and

suggestions regarding the Troop. As a rule, Boards of Review for higher rank advancements take slightly longer,

as it is expected that the Scout is more capable of expressing his views.

The Scout is notified within minutes of the completion of his Board of Review as to whether he has successfully

earned his rank.

Court of Honor A Court of Honor is a special Troop meeting where all family members are invited. The meeting is held for the

purpose of providing extra recognition to those Scouts that have earned rank advancement, Merit Badges or

other accomplishments.

The whole family is encouraged to attend, even if a Scout has not earned any special recognition, because the

meetings are also used to discuss the Troop's accomplishments and future activities.


Financial Policies

Annual Registration Fee The annual membership fee charged by the Boy Scouts of America is $33.00 for Youth Registration and $12.00

for a subscription to Boys’ Life magazine, per youth member.

Monthly Troop Dues The Troop charges quarterly dues of $22.50 ($90 annually) per registered youth member to help cover the

expenses of the Scouting program for your Scout. These dues fund the purchase and repair of equipment and

supplies, purchase of badges and awards, and payment of the Annual Registration Fees.

Unless otherwise requested, these dues and fees will be withdrawn from the Scout’s Account on a March 31st,

June 30th, September 30th, and December 31st of each year, for the preceding calendar quarter.

Scout Accounts Each Scout in Troop 152 will be assigned a “Scout Account” in his name. For families with more than one Scout

in the Troop, a single “Scout Account” may be created for all Scouts in the family at the Committee Treasurer’s

discretion. All money earned from fundraisers will be credited to this account. Parents are welcome to add

money to this account as well. The Scout designates how the money is used.

What is the account used for?

Annual Registration Fee

Monthly Dues

Camping Trips

Summer Camp

Any other Scouting-related activities or expenses Requests for use of Scout Account funds outside the above guidelines must have prior approval by the Troop

Committee.

Scout Account balances are private information to be shared only with the individual Scout, his parents, the

Troop Treasurer, the Troop Committee Chairman, and the Scoutmaster.

Note: If a Scout’s account is more than $25.00 in arrears, the Scout will not be allowed to participate in Troop

activities.

Troop General Fund Troop 152 maintains a non-interest bearing checking account (the General Fund) with Citizen’s Bank of

Mukwonago. At least two registered Adult Leaders will maintain check signing authority at all times, although

dual-signing of checks is not required.

The Troop Treasurer will present an accounting of all deposits to, and payments made from, the Troop General

Fund at the monthly Committee Meeting.


All cash donations made directly to Troop 152 will be deposited into the Troop General Fund.

All financial support provided by the First Congregational Church, Mukwonago, WI, will be deposited into the Troop General Fund.

Reimbursement Policy

Upon presentation of proper receipts, parents or Adult Leaders will be reimbursed from the Troop General Fund for the purchase of food for a Troop camp or activity.

Upon presentation of proper receipts, parents or Adult Leaders will be reimbursed from the Troop General Fund for purchases made on behalf of the Troop.

Upon presentation of proper receipts, parents or Adult Leaders will be reimbursed from the Troop General Fund for expenses incurred for the benefit of the Troop.

Upon presentation of proper receipts, parents or Adult Leaders will be reimbursed from the Troop General Fund for expenses incurred in the operation of Troop fundraisers.

Any purchase or expense exceeding $50.00 must have prior approval by the Troop Committee Note: Troop 152 does not maintain a fund balance at the Potawatomi Area Council Scout Office. Please submit a copy of your receipt(s) for any “Scout Store” purchases made on behalf of Troop 152 for reimbursement. Automobile fuel expenses in excess of $10 incurred during Troop activities will be reimbursed at the current year IRS mileage rate for non-profits: $0.14 per mile for calendar year 2018. Parents or Adult Leaders transporting Scouts other than their own legal dependents, to activities or events other than Troop meetings, are eligible for fuel reimbursement. One-way mileage will be measured as starting from First Congregational Church and ending at the event location. Drivers who transport Scouts both to and from Summer Camp are eligible for fuel reimbursement for both legs of the trip. Drivers who transport Scouts either to, or from, Summer Camp are eligible for reimbursement of their one-way mileage only. All other expenses or reimbursements not detailed above require prior approval of the Troop Committee.

Fundraisers During the year, the Troop conducts multiple fundraisers to help defray the cost of participating in Scouting

activities. There are two types of fundraisers: Troop Product Sales, and Troop Fundraising Activities.

Troop Product Sales include the Potawatomi Area Council annual popcorn sale, our annual fall Christmas

Wreath sale, and a spring Kringle sale. 100% of the net proceeds from each of these fundraisers is credited to

each participating Scout’s Scout Account.

Order forms for the Wreath sale are distributed at the annual Troop Picnic in August and are due at the last Troop Meeting in October.

Order forms for the Popcorn sale are distributed and returned based on the Council’s Popcorn Sale dates, typically the 2nd and 3rd weeks in October.

Both the Wreathes and Popcorn are delivered the Saturday before Thanksgiving.

Order forms for the Kringle sale are distributed in February, with a target product delivery date sometime around Easter.


For Product Sales fundraisers, we ask that checks you collect for payments be made payable to you, and that

you in turn write out one check to the Troop to cover the total amount due.

Troop Fundraising Activities include one-time events such as Hot-Dog sales, Spaghetti Dinners, and the like, as

well as perpetual fundraisers such as Pocket Peelers or Papa Murphy’s coupon sales. Unless otherwise specified,

100% of the net proceeds from each of these fundraisers goes directly to the Troop’s General Fund.


Behavior and Discipline Policy

Due to the potential liability of the Troop members, Troop leaders and Troop Committee members in the event

of an injury to a Scout, or property damage done by any Scout when at a Troop sponsored activity or campout,

the Troop Committee has adopted the following "Discipline Policy."

Any Scout who knowingly or intentionally participates in an activity that has the potential to cause harm to

himself or other Troop members, or behaves in such a manner that reflects negatively upon Troop 152 or the

Boy Scouts of America, or intentionally participates in any activity that may cause damage to public or private

property, will be disciplined. Behavior that is cause for disciplinary action as outlined in the Discipline

Procedures includes, but is not limited to the following examples:

Failure to follow the Scoutmaster's or an Adult Leader's direction

Unsafe actions, as determined by the Scoutmaster or other Adult Leader

Physical or verbal hazing or harassment of another person

Leaving designated areas without the Scoutmaster's or other Adult Leader’s permission:

Entering property clearly marked "NO TRESPASSING"

Exploring physical hazards without Scoutmaster's permission and supervision (i.e., lakes, creeks, cliffs, caves or underground areas, boats, abandoned structures, etc.)

Going near any type of vehicle, machinery, or equipment without the permission of the Scoutmaster

Any type of property damage to nature or man-made areas

Excessively rowdy, unruly, loud, disrespectful, disobedient, or disruptive behavior

Use of cursing or foul language

Smoking or the use of any tobacco products

Illegal use of any controlled substance, drug or alcohol

Exhibiting a pattern of poor attitude or disruptive behavior that is affecting the normal activities of the Troop


Discipline Procedure

In the event a Scout leader needs to discipline a Scout, the leader will give the Scout two separate warnings and

explain exactly what conduct must be corrected by the Scout or prospective member. If during this same Troop

activity a third warning is required, the leader in charge will discuss the infraction with the Scout or prospective

member at the time of the violation, reminding him of the Behavior and Discipline Policy and Procedure.

On the First Offense the following steps will be taken:

1. The Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster or Adult Leader in charge will meet with the Scout and the

parent(s) or guardian(s) to discuss the discipline problems with them and inform them that this

behavior will not be tolerated.

2. The parent(s) or guardian(s) will then be required to attend the next Scout activity with their Scout,

in order for the Scout to participate.

3. The Troop Committee Chairman and Patrol Advisor must be notified in writing by the Scoutmaster,

Assistant Scoutmaster or Leader in charge, and given all the details.

At the Scoutmaster’s discretion, any Scout receiving discipline under a “first offense” may be given a

probationary period, ranging in length from six months to one year, depending upon the severity of the offense.

If the Scout has no further incidents during the probationary period, the first offense will be removed from his

record. The purpose of the probationary period is to give the Scout a goal and to insure that he is not penalized

his entire Scouting career for one mistake. It is hoped that this will provide the Scout with a sense of

achievement and further his interest in Scouting.

In the event that another incident occurs during the probationary period, it will be treated as a second offense

and no consideration for probation will be allowed.

On the Second Offense the following steps will be taken:

1. The Troop Committee Chairman must be notified by the Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, or

Leader in charge and given all details of the offense.

2. The Troop Committee Chairman will notify the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the involved Scout.

3. The parent(s) or guardian(s) and the Scout or prospective member must appear before the

Troop committee to discuss the problem.

On the second offense, or in the case of possible endangerment of the Scout or others, a Special Board of

Review may be called at the discretion of the Troop Committee, Scoutmaster and/or Assistant Scoutmasters.


On the Third Offense notification the following steps will be taken:

1. The Troop Committee Chairman must be notified by the Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, or

Leader in charge and given all details of the offense.

2. The Troop Committee Chairman will notify the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the involved Scout.

3. The parent(s) or guardian(s) will be requested to remove the Scout from Troop 152.

Although this procedure provides for a three step procedure, the Troop Committee, upon request of the

Scoutmaster and/or Assistant Scoutmasters, may decide at any time that in the best interests of Troop 152, a

Scout be informed that he will have to find another Troop to continue his Scouting program.

Each Scout and his parent(s) or guardian(s) will be required to sign a form in the back of this manual

acknowledging their understanding of the Troop Behavior and Discipline Policy and agreeing to abide by this

safety measure designed to insure the welfare of all Troop members.

Discipline actions taken in accordance with this policy will be reported as indicated by BSA Youth Protection

Guidelines. Every effort should be taken to maintain the confidentiality of the persons involved. The aim of this

policy, when invoked, is to reach out to the Scout and provide him with guidance on how he can improve and

become a better Scout. Extra attention will be accorded these Scouts to insure they are given every chance to

succeed and prove themselves. At this point in time, Scouting is the best thing for these Scouts and the Troop

leadership will do everything possible to maintain their interest in Scouting.

Troop 152 Camping Check-Off List

SUMMER CLOTHING Baseball Cap Rain Suit Hiking Boots Tennis Shoes Light Coat Sweatshirts Long Shirts T-shirts Pants Shorts PJ’s Underwear Socks Sandals Water Socks Shower Shoes Swim Suit Swim Towel ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ TOILET BAG Tooth Brush Tooth Paste Soap Bath Towel Wash Cloth Comb Band-Aids Prescriptions – To be

given to leader at pick-up.

________________ ________________ ________________

WINTER CLOTHING Winter Boots Baseball Cap Rain Suit Boots Hiking Boots Winter Coat Sweatshirts Long Shirts T-shirts Pants Long Johns Top/Bottom Underwear Socks Turtle Neck Fleece Top Snow Pants 2 Pairs Mittens/Gloves 2 Hats Face Mask Hiking Socks Sock Liners Sleeping Pants/Top Heat Packs ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________

SCOUT CAMPING Sleeping Bag Fleece Bag Pillow Sleeping Pad Mess Kit Silverware Insulated Cup Flash Light Batteries Compass Camera Extra Film Binoculars Knife Leatherman Dirty Clothes Bag Hand Warmers Bag Chair Bug Spray Suntan Lotion First Aid Kit Chips or Chits Scout Book Scout Uniform Old Towel for Putting

Shoes/Boots on in Tent ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________

TROOP 152

EQUIPMENT RESOURCE

LISTING 16Feb11 RGB

Mail Order Local Stores

Campmor – 10% Scout Discount

Camping Supplies Boots and Clothing www.campmor.com 1-800-230-2153

Sherpers – 10% Scout discount

Hales Corners & Oconomowoc

Gander Mountain 262-798-0424

Sierra Trading Post

Discontinued, factory seconds, factory over runs - Camping Supplies Boots and Clothing www.sierratradingpost.com 1-800-713-4534

Sports Authority 16300 W Blue Mnd Rd 262-860-0900

Mountain Gear Outdoor Supplies Boots and Clothing www.mountaingear.com 1-800-829-2009

Laacke & Joys - 10% Scout discount

19233 W Blue Mnd Rd 262-782-2960

Cabela’s Outdoor Supplies Boots and Clothing 1-800-237-4444 www.cabelas.com

REI

Top end clothing, camping gear and footwear 13100 W Capital Drive www.REI.com 262-783-6150

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Supplies Boots and Clothing 1-800-basspro www.basspro.com

http://www.cabelas.com/

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

TROOP 152

SPONSORED BY: First Congregational Church, Mukwonago, WI

Acknowledgment of Receipt and Acceptance of the Provisions of the

Troop 152 Scout Manual

Scout’s Acknowledgment:

I, _______________________________________________ (print Scout’s name), acknowledge having received and read

the Troop 152 Scout Manual. I understand and agree to the policies and procedures as printed in the Troop 152 Scout

Manual, dated March 10, 2018.

(Signed by Scout) ________________________________________________

Date:

Parent’s Acknowledgment:

I, _______________________________________________ (print parent or guardian’s name), acknowledge having

received and read the Troop 152 Scout Manual. I understand and agree to the policies and procedures as printed in the

Troop 152 Scout Manual, dated March 10, 2018.

(Signed by parent or guardian) ________________________________________________

Date:

Documents

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA TROOP 152 SCOUT MANUAL · The Boy Scout program is an action program, and wearing the Scout uniform is an action that shows each Scout [s commitment to the aims