About Our Scouts

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.

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 duties.

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.

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.

Troop Guide
Works closely with Scouts below the First Class rank to establish realistic plans to achieve the requirements needed for their next rank.  Works with the Patrol Leaders in advance of campouts and hikes to ensure that Patrol Leaders are aware of the Scouts needing to complete requirements on these occasions.  Troop Guides may have specifically focused goals that are directed by the Scoutmaster, such as those of the Den Chief Guide.

Den Chief Guide
The Den Chief Guide is responsible for all the Den Chiefs. He is the chief ambassador to the Cubs, Webelos and their parents.  It is his responsibility to show the Pack all that Scouting has to offer and what Troop 113 can do for the advancing Cubs.  He is the chief recruiter for Troop 113.

Den Chief
The Den Chief is one of the ambassadors of Troop 113 to the Webelos, Cubs and their parents.  He demonstrates though his Scout skills, friendly spirit, and through his service to the Den, that he is a good leader and that his Troop is a good Troop.  In helping the Cub Pack, the Den Chief is also an effective recruiter for our Troop.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.