Get a uniform, slide, belt and manual and sew on badges, as explained below. Go on at least some outings and if at all possible, your son s first overnight. Encourage him to look at his scout manual to prepare for advancement. As necessary for activities, projects and camping, scouts sometimes work in patrols of 4-7 scouts. A senior scout acts as a patrol leader and there are one or more patrols composed of only senior scouts.
Scouts also serve as librarian, quartermaster, chaplain, and webmaster.
Organization The Troop Committee, composed of interested parents, meets monthly and is headed by the Committee Chairman. All parents are encouraged to attend and assist. Scheduling, advancement, and financial matters are discussed. Each Troop outing is coordinated by both an adult and a scout. Scouts wear their uniform shirts and belts and bring their Scout handbook.