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The
Patrol Method
is a basic and fundamental component of the Boy Scouts of
America program. Shortly after joining the Troop, each new
Scout is assigned to a new or established Patrol comprised of 6
to 10 Scouts organized along the lines of age and friendships.
The members of each Patrol select one of their own to serve as
Patrol Leader. A Patrol Leader is a member of the Patrol
Leaders' Council (PLC), and serves as the voice of his fellow
patrol members. A Patrol Leader will present the ideas and
concerns of his patrol and share the decisions of the Patrol
Leader’s Council with his patrol members.
The Patrol Leaders' Council
is made up of the Senior Patrol
Leader (SPL), who presides over the meetings; the Assistant
Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL), Troop Leaders, and all Patrol
Leaders. The Patrol Leaders' Council meets monthly to
plan, with the guidance of the Scoutmaster, the Troop program.
This plan is then approved by the Troop Committee.
Scout Leadership Positions
In the Patrol System of Scouting, the Scouts themselves are
encouraged and guided to organize and run the Troop. There
are many leadership positions available.
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Senior Patrol Leader (SPL)
The
Senior Patrol Leader is the top Scout in the Troop.
He is in charge of running all Troop meetings,
activities and campouts. He delegates duties
and supervises the other Scout Leaders. He
coordinates and leads the Patrol Leader Council
(PLC) meetings. He works closely with the
Scoutmaster in carrying out his duties. |
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Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL)
The
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader assists the SPL in
all of his duties. He steps in and takes
charge whenever the SPL is not available. He
attends all PLC meetings. He works closely
with the SPL and the Scoutmaster in carrying out his
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Patrol Leader
The
Patrol Leader acts as a liaison between the SPL and
his Patrol, keeping his Patrol informed of all Troop
decisions. He is in charge of his Patrol at
all meetings, activities and campouts. He
ensures his Patrol participates in planned
activities, and settles any disputes within his
Patrol. He encourages his Patrol members to
reach their next rank. He attends PLC
meetings. He works closely with the SPL in
carrying out his duties. |
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Assistant Patrol Leader
The
Assistant Patrol Leader assists the Patrol Leader
all of his duties. He steps in and takes
charge whenever the Patrol Leader is not available.
He works closely with the Patrol Leader and SPL in
carrying out his duties. |
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Quartermaster
The
Quartermaster is the supply and equipment “boss.”
He keeps a current inventory of Troop equipment and
sees that it is in good condition. He checks
Troop equipment in and out, and reports to the PLC
and the Troop Committee on equipment needing repair
or replacement. He attends PLC meetings. He
keeps his records updated, and passes them on to the
next Scout to hold his position. He works with
the SPL and the Scoutmaster in carrying out his
duties. |
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Scribe
The
Scribe is the Troop secretary. He attends the
PLC meetings and keeps a log of their decisions.
He keeps a record of attendance at meetings,
activities and campouts. He determines the
honor Patrol for each month. He keeps his
records updated, and passes it on to the next Scout
to hold his position. He works with the SPL
and Scoutmaster in carrying out his duties. |
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Historian
The
Historian collects and cares for Troop memorabilia:
photos, news stories, and awards. He attends
campouts and activities, taking pictures for the
scrapbook. He attends PLC meetings. He
keeps his records updated, and passes it on to the
next Scout to hold his position. He works with
the SPL and Scoutmaster in carrying out his duties. |
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Librarian
The
Librarian keeps the Troop’s books, pamphlets,
magazines, and audio/visuals available for checkout
by Scouts and leaders. He keeps a file of all Troop
literature and a record of all materials loaned out.
He recommends new acquisitions and reports on needed
replacements. He attends the PLC meetings. He keeps
his notebook updated, and passes it on to the next
Scout to hold his position. He works with the
Committee Chairperson in carrying out his duties. |
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Chaplain’s Aide
The
Chaplain’s Aide plans Sunday morning services at
campouts. He helps to see that religious holidays
are considered during Troop planning. He promotes
the Religious Emblems program. He encourages Patrols
to say Grace before meals. He attends PLC meetings.
He keeps his notebook updated, and passes it on to
the next Scout to hold his position. He works with
the Scoutmaster in carrying out his duties. |
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