Boy Scout Troop 803

In our Troop, we employ the Patrol Method where “boys are leading boys under the guidance of adults”. The troop is organized into patrols. Here is how it works: · 6-10 boys in each Patrol · For new scouts, Troop Guides(TG) are appointed for new Scout patrols. · Patrol Leader(PL) appoints his own assistant · Patrol chooses its own name · Entire Scouting program is organized around the patrol · Patrol Spirit is developed by doing things together Activities for the Patrols are also determined by the Scouts and include · Camping · Cooking · Hiking · Instruction/Advancement · Making Patrol Flag · Patrol skits and cheers The Troop elects the top boy leader – Senior Patrol Leader and 2 Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders. A third Assistant Senior Patrol Leader is assigned by the Scoutmaster to give another scout a leadership opportunity. Normal duty of leadership positions is six months.