Patrol Leader

Current Troop 98 Patrol Leaders:

Jonathan R.

Allen G.

Weston H.

Colton J.

Christopher P.

Duties:

• Gives leadership to members of his patrol in all Troop activities.

• Represents Patrol members at the PLC meetings

• Takes attendance and collect dues and report them to the Troop Scribe.

• Plans Patrol meetings and activities.

• Sets the example for the Patrol.

• Earn regular advancement.

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law.

• Wear the uniform correctly.

• Directs the performance of the Patrol in Troop and Patrol activities.

• Leads the Patrol Members toward advancement.

• Communicates between the Troop and the Patrol members as needed (keeps them informed).

• Develops Patrol spirit and discipline.

• Understands the needs of the members of the Patrl.

• Instruct Patrol members in Scout craft and skills.

• Makes sure that the Patrol members who need advancement help, get it.

• Calls Patrol members before each activity (i.e. Troop meeting, campout, etc.) to:

  • Remind him to be in his uniform with his book at the next activity.

  • Ask them what is happening...any problems or concerns... and offer help.

  • Ask if he has any ideas of topics to discuss at the PLC meeting.

  • Encourage him and compliment him on his work in the Patrol.

  • Keep him informed.

  • Tell him what's expected of him for the upcoming activity.

• Uses the BSA Hand boo and the Patrol Leader Handbook for guidelines.

• Helps the Patrol plan the menu and budget for the next campout. Shop for the food or delegate.

• Collects the money and gives it to the member(s) buying the food.

• Assigns duty rosters (i.e. fire and water, cooking and clean-up).

• Makes tent assignments.

• Ensures that the Patrol campsite is set up properly and safely.

Qualifications:

Except for the new Scout Patrol of graduated Webelos, the following applies:

• Is elected by his Patrol.

• Must be First Class

• Be a member of the Troop for at least three months.

• Have attended at least three monthly campouts.

• Demonstrate consistent attendance at Troop meetings and monthly campouts.

• Demonstrate active progress toward the next rank or earn additional merit badges.

• Agree to attend district or council level training courses designed to help him serve in his office.

• Scoutmaster(s) can amend the qualifications for this position at anytime.