Troop 37 Newport Beach 

     Our next meeting, on May 22, will be Troop 37 elections.  If you would like to run for Senior Patrol Leader or Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, please let Mrs. Crossley know.  You will also need to be prepared to give a short campaign speech to your fellow Scouts on why you would make a good leader for the troop.  Both of these positions are excellent leadership positions that provide valuable experience for all our older Scouts, especially those considering the attainment of the Eagle rank.

     Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol Leader elections will also be held, and Scouts working on Star or Life ranks should consider running for one of those positions in their patrol.

     Finally, below are all the possible leadership positions.  Those not mentioned already are appointed.  These positions also qualify as leadership, but the new Senior Patrol Leader in conjunction with the Scoutmasters appoint Scouts to these positions.  Scouts wishing to be appointed to one of the leadership positions should make those wishes known to the new Senior Patrol Leader after all the elections are over.

Sincerely,
Assistant Scoutmaster Wu

Boy Scout troop

Patrol Leader's Council

Senior Patrol Leader

The senior patrol leader (SPL) is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the troop. He runs all troop meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning conference, and the patrol leaders' council meeting. He appoints other troop youth leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster.

Assistant Senior Patrol Leader

The assistant senior patrol leader (ASPL) is the second highest-ranking youth leader in the troop. He is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the approval of the Scoutmaster. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop.

Patrol Leader

The patrol leader is the elected leader of his patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader.

Venture Patrol Leader

The patrol leader is the elected leader by his Venture patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader. He is lead by the Assistant Scoutmaster - Venture under the direction of the Scoutmaster.

Troop Guide

The troop guide works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and earn their First Class in their first year. He teaches basic Scout skills and works with the patrol leader at patrol leaders’ council meetings.

Other troop leadership positions

Assistant Patrol Leader

The assistant patrol leader is appointed by the patrol leader and leads the patrol in his absence. He represents his patrol at patrol leaders’ council meetings when the patrol leader cannot attend. The assistant patrol leader position does not count towards leadership requirements for Star, Life, or Eagle.

Quartermaster

The quartermaster keeps track of troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on patrol and troop equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the SPL)

Scribe

The scribe keeps the troop records. He records the activities of the patrol leaders’ council and keeps a record of dues, advancement, and Scout attendance at troop meetings. (Appointed by the SPL)

Historian

The historian preserves troop photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia. (Appointed by the SPL)

Librarian

The librarian oversees the care and use of troop books, pamphlets, magazines, audiovisuals, and merit badge counselor lists. (Appointed by the SPL)

Instructor

The instructor teaches Scouting skills.

Chaplain Aide

The chaplain aide works with the troop chaplain to meet the religious needs of Scouts in the troop. He also works to promote the religious emblems program. (Appointed by the SPL)

Den Chief

The den chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and den leaders in the Cub Scout pack. Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks and encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation.

Junior Assistant Scoutmaster

The junior assistant Scoutmaster (JASM) serves in the capacity of an assistant Scoutmaster except where legal age and maturity are required. He must be at least 16 years old and not yet 18. He is appointed by the Scoutmaster because of his leadership ability.

Order of the Arrow Representative

The Order of the Arrow Representative is a youth liaison serving between the local Order of the Arrow (OA) lodge or chapter and his troop. In his unit, he helps meet the needs of the unit and will serve as a communication and programmatic link to and from Arrowmen, adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. (Appointed by the SPL)

Webmaster

Effective January 1, 2010

Leave No Trace Trainer

Effective January 1, 2010

Bugler

The Bugler should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at troop activities. (Appointed by the SPL) Serving as Bugler can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Star and Life but not Eagle.

Musician

Boy Scouts or Venturers who are members of bands, drill teams, or drum and bugle corps affiliated with a unit or a local council may also wear the musician badge special insignia.

Ranks requiring a Positions of Responsibility

• Star Rank #5 "While a First Class Scout, serve actively 4 months in one or more of the following positions..."
• Life Rank #5 "While a Star Scout, serve actively 6 months in one or more of the positions of responsibility..."
• Eagle Scout Rank #4 "While a Life Scout, serve actively for a period of 6 months in one or more of the following positions of responsibility..." (reduced list)
• See also: National Youth Leadership Training‎ (NYLT) - a fun, six-day outdoor learning course.

Venture Patrol Information 

Hello Troop 37,

      Are you a member of Troop 37's Venture Patrol?  Are you a Scout at least 13 years of age who would like to ratchet it up to the next level?  Are you the parent of a Troop 37 Venturer or potential Venturer?  Get trained and learn how to stay safe as you engage in Scouting High Adventure.

      Venturing is Scouting's answer for Scouts looking for even more adventure.  From backpacking trips like our summer long term trip, to shooting handguns, to skydiving - our older, tougher Scouts have more options as a Venturer.

      With excitement comes training to keep everyone safe.  For both youth and parent leaders, the Orange County Council offers a Venturing Training Day this April 14th.  See the attached flyer, and if you're interested, please take the class.

Venture Patrol/Venturing Training Day - 2012-04-14.pdf

Sincerely,

George Wu, ASM

Hello Troop 37 Venture Patrol,

     As I mentioned at the last meeting, the Orange County Council is hosting a Venturing Shootout.  Shooting is one of our most enjoyable activities, and Venturing takes it to another whole level.  Do you have what it takes to show the rest of the Orange County troops just how great Troop 37 is?

Venture Patrol/Venturing Shootout Permission Slip.pdf

Venture Patrol/Venturing Shootout Flyer.pdf

     I've attached the flyer and permission slip.  If you register, please also let your Venture Patrol Leader and Mr. Wu know so that we can coordinate.

Thanks,
Mr. Wu

Hello Troop 37,

     There is 1 additional Life to Eagle Project Workshops planned by the Orange County Council.  If you are a Life Scout or the parent of a Life Scout, one of these workshops can help you get started on your Eagle project.  I have a flyer stating October 27, 2012 as another scheduled workshop, but it's not up on the Council web site yet.

Cheers,
George Wu

Life to Eagle Workshop