With three green bars behind the Scout emblem, the Senior Patrol Leader’s shoulder patch symbolizes one of the oldest leadership positions in Scouting. The Boy Scouts of America has long recognized the Senior Patrol Leader as the highest youth leadership position in a Troop. They are the primary link between a Troop’s Scouts and its Adult Leaders.

They shoulder the responsibility for leading meetings of the Troop and the Patrol Leaders’ Council and provide valuable leadership in planning and carrying out the Troop’s program of outdoor activities, service projects, and events.

Our Senior Patrol Leader is Pace.

Responsibilities

• Runs all Troop meetings, events, activities, and the annual program planning conference

• Runs the Patrol Leaders’ Council (PLC) meetings

• Appoints other Troop youth leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster

• Assigns duties and responsibilities to youth leaders

• Assists the Scoutmaster with youth leader training

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader is the second-highest youth leadership position in the Troop, working closely with the Senior Patrol Leader to help the Troop move forward.

The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader acts as the Senior Patrol Leader in the absence of the Senior Patrol Leader or when called upon and provides leadership to other youth leaders in the Troop. The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader is appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader under the guidance of the Scoutmaster.

Our Assistant Senior Patrol Leader is Connor.

Responsibilities

• Helps the Senior Patrol Leader lead meetings and activities

• Runs the Troop in the absence of the Senior Patrol Leader

• Helps train and supervise the Troop Scribe, Quartermaster, Instructor, Librarian, Historian, Webmaster, Chaplain Aide, and OA Representative

• Serves as a member of the Patrol Leaders’ Council

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

• Lends a hand controlling the Patrols and building Patrol spirit

The Patrol Leader is the Patrol’s key leader, representing the Patrol at all Patrol Leaders’ Council meetings and the annual program planning conference, and keeping Patrol members informed of decisions made.

Patrol Leaders carry out planning, leading, and evaluating Patrol meetings and activities, and assure Patrols are prepared to participate in all Troop activities. They keep their Patrol intact so they can work together and share responsibilities to get things done. It is incumbent upon them to be a good example for the members of their Patrol and the rest of the Troop.

We have 3 Patrol Leaders in our Troop. Patrick, Ketchup, and Logan.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads Patrol meetings and activities

• Keeps Patrol members informed

• Assigns each Patrol member a specific duty

• Represents his Patrol at all Patrol Leaders’ Council meetings and the annual program planning conference

• Prepares the Patrol to participate in all Troop activities

• Works with other Troop leaders to make the Troop run well

• Knows the abilities of each Patrol member

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows and develops Patrol spirit

The Assistant Patrol Leader is responsible for helping the Patrol leader in representing the Patrol at all Patrol Leader Council meetings if the Patrol Leader is unavailable.

If the Patrol Leader is unavailable for an activity, then the Assistant Patrol Leader assumes all of the responsibilities of the Patrol Leader for said activity.

Our Assistant Patrol Leaders are Joey, Caleb, Nathan, and Alex.

Responsibilities

• Plans and leads patrol meetings and activities if the Patrol Leader is unavailable

• Represents his patrol at all patrol leaders’ council meetings and the annual program planning conference if the Patrol Leader is unavailable

• Knows the abilities of each patrol member

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows and develops patrol spirit

Troop Guides serve as both a leader and a mentor to the members of the New-Scout Patrol. They should be an older Scout who holds at least the First Class Rank and can work well with younger Scouts.

The Troop Guide helps the Patrol Leader of the New-Scout Patrol lead their Patrol, so they can develop into a well-functioning group, working together harmoniously and productively.

Our Troop Guide is Reed.

Responsibilities

• Introduces new Scouts to Troop operations

• Guides new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts

• Helps new Scouts towards earning the First Class rank

• Teaches basic Scout skills

• Coaches the Patrol Leader of the New-Scout Patrol on his duties

• Works with the Patrol Leader at Patrol Leaders’ Council meetings

• Attends Patrol Leaders’ Council meetings with the Patrol Leader of the new-Scout patrol

• Counsels individuals Scouts on Scouting challenges

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

Quartermasters serve as the Troop’s supply boss. They keep an inventory of Troop equipment and see that the gear is in good condition. They work with Patrol Quartermasters as they check out equipment and return it.

At meetings of the Patrol Leaders’ Council, they report on the status of equipment in need of replacement or repair. In carrying out their responsibilities, they may have the guidance of a member of the Troop Committee.

Our Quartermaster is Alex.

Responsibilities

• Keeps records on Patrol and Troop equipment

• Makes sure equipment is in good working condition

• Issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition

• Makes suggestions for new or replacement items

• Works with the Troop Committee Member responsible for equipment

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

The Scribe is the Troop’s secretary. Though not a voting member, they attend meetings of the Patrol Leaders’ Council and keep a record of the discussions. They cooperate with the Patrol Scribes to record attendance and dues payments at Troop meetings and to maintain Troop advancement records. The Troop Scribe may be assisted by a member of the Troop Committee.

The Scribe is Tyler.

Responsibilities

• Attends and keeps a log of Patrol Leaders’ Council meetings

• Records individual Scout attendance and dues payments

• Records individual Scout advancement progress

• Works with the Troop Committee Member responsible for records and finance

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

Den Chiefs are Scouts who assist a Cub Scout Den Leader or Webelos Den Leader. They are selected by the Senior Patrol Leader and Scoutmaster and approved by the Cubmaster and the Pack Committee for recommendation to the Den Leader. Den Chiefs help Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks and encourage Cub Scouts to join a Troop upon graduation.

Responsibilities

• Knows the purposes of Cub Scouting

• Helps Cub Scouts achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting

• Serves as the activities assistant at Den meetings

• Sets a good example through attitude and uniforming

• Is a friend to the members of the den

• Helps lead weekly Den meetings

• Helps the Den in its part of the monthly pack meeting.

• Knows the importance of the monthly theme and Pack meeting plans

• Meets regularly with the Den Leader to review Den and Pack meeting plans

• Meets as needed with adult members of the Den, Pack, and Troop

• Receives training from the Den Leader (and Cubmaster or Assistant Cubmaster)

• Takes Den Chief Training

• Encourages Cub Scouts to become Webelos Scouts when they are eligible

• Encourages Webelos Scouts to join a Scout Troop upon graduation

• Helps Denner and Assistant Denner to be leaders.

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

Chaplain Aides assist the Troop Chaplain (usually an adult from the Troop Committee or the chartered organization) in serving the religious needs of the Troop. They lead the Troop in opening or closing prayer and mealtime blessings.

Chaplain Aides ensure that religious holidays are considered during the Troop’s program planning process and promote the BSA’s religious emblems program.

Rylan is our Chaplin Aide.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Troop Chaplain with religious services at Troop activities

• Encourages Troop members to strengthen their own relationships with God through personal prayer and devotion and participation in religious activities appropriate to their faith

• Tells Scouts about the Religious Emblems program for their faith at least once a year

• Helps recognize Troop members who receive their religious emblems, (such as at a Court Of Honor)

• Makes sure religious holidays are considered during the Troop program planning process

• Helps plan for religious observance in Troop activities

• Encourages saying grace at meals while camping or at other activities

• Helps promote annual Scout Sunday or Scout Sabbath

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

The Historian collects, assembles, and preserves Troop photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia, and makes materials available for Scouting activities, Courts Of Honor, the media, and Troop history projects.

Nathan is filling in as Historian for right now.

Responsibilities

• Gathers photos and facts about Troop activities and keeps them in a historical file or scrapbook

• Takes care of Troop trophies, ribbons, and souvenirs of Troop activities

• Keeps information about former members of the Troop

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

Troop Librarians oversee the care and use of Troop books, pamphlets, magazines, audiovisuals, and Merit Badge Counselor lists. They check out these materials to Scouts and leaders and maintain records to ensure that everything is returned. They may also suggest the acquisition of new literature and report the need to repair or replace any current holdings.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and takes care of the Troop library

• Keeps records of books and pamphlets owned by the Troop

• Adds new or replacement items as needed

• Keeps books and pamphlets available for borrowing

• Keeps a system for checking books and pamphlets in and out, and follows up on late returns

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

Troop Webmasters are responsible for maintaining the Troop’s website. They make sure that information posted on the website is correct and up to date and that the privacy of youth and adult Troop members is protected. A member of the Troop Committee may assist them with their work.

The youth Webmaster is Patrick and the adult Webmaster is one of our ASMs, Joel (read more about him under "Contact Us".)

Responsibilities

• Works with various Unit members on needed topics

• Ensures the website is as youth-run as possible

• Maintains the website as needed

• Establish and maintain a safe and secure Troop website

• Ensure the Troop website is a positive reflection of Scouting for the public.

• Manage the Troop's electronic communication tools.

• Attend the Annual Program Planning Conference.

• Update the list of leaders (on this page) within one week after Troop elections.

• Maintain the Troop calendar.

• Check with all Troop members each week to see if they have any ideas and/or updates for the website.

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

The Bugler plays the Bugle (or similar instrument) to mark key moments during the Troop meeting, such as assembly, or on troop outings, such as Reveille, Mess Call, and Lights Out. The Bugler must know the required Bugle calls and ideally should have earned the Bugling merit badge or be working toward earning it.

The Bugler is Patrick.

Responsibilities

• Makes appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at Troop meetings and activities

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

The Cheermaster is appointed by the Troop and is responsible for keeping morale high in the Troop.

Our Troop Cheermaster is Riley.

Responsibilities

• Keep morale high

• Learn songs, yells, stunts, and campfire programs

• Set a good example

• Wear the Scout uniform correctly

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law

• Show Scout spirit

Order of the Arrow Representatives serves as a communication link between the Troop and the local Order of the Arrow lodge. By enhancing the image of the Order as a service arm to the Troop, they promote the OA, encourage Scouts to take part in all sorts of camping opportunities, and help pave the way for older Scouts to become involved in high-adventure programs.

Our Order Of The Arrow Representative is Issac.

Responsibilities

• Attends Troop, chapter, and lodge meetings regularly as a youth representative of the Troop and Order

• Serves as a two-way communication link between the Troop and the lodge or chapter

• Arranges with the lodge or chapter election team to conduct an annual Order of the Arrow election for the troop at a time approved by the Patrol Leaders Council

• Arranges with the lodge or chapter for at least one camp promotion visit to the unit annually

• Makes at least one high adventure presentation to the Troop, to include the OA programs, annually

• Participates in troop Courts Of Honor, as requested by the Senior Patrol Leader, by recognizing: high adventure participation of Troop members, induction of new OA members, changes in OA honors of Troop members, and other appropriate activities

• Coordinates the Ordeal Induction process for newly elected candidates by ensuring they know the time and location of the Ordeal, providing information of what to bring to the Ordeal, assisting (as needed) in arranging transportation to the Ordeal, and offering assistance (as needed) to the lodge in the Ordeal process

• Assists current ordeal members in the Troop in sealing their membership by becoming Brotherhood members by ensuring they know the time and location of Brotherhood opportunities, assisting (as needed) in arranging transportation to the Brotherhood opportunities, and offering assistance to the lodge (as needed) in the Brotherhood process

• Offers periodic training and discussions of OA principles, symbolism, and the Legend as needed by and appropriate for the Troop members of the Order, at the discretion of the PLC

• Assists the Troop (as appropriate) as a trainer of leadership and outdoor skills.

• Advocates environmental stewardship and Leave No Trace camping

• Sets a good example by wearing the Scout uniform correctly, showing Scout spirit, and living by the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, and the OA Obligation

Outdoor Ethics Guides help Troops plan and conduct an outdoor program that emphasizes effectively practicing the Outdoor Code, the Leave No Trace principles, and the Tread Lightly! principles.

Guides work to help Scouts improve their outdoor ethics decision-making skills to help minimize impacts as they hike, camp, and participate in other outdoor activities. In particular, they should support Scouts who are working to complete the relevant requirements for the Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.

Responsibilities

• Assures the Troop adheres to the Principles of Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly, and the Outdoor Code

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

Each Instructor is an older Troop member proficient in a Scouting skill who must also have the ability to teach that skill to others. An instructor typically teaches subjects that Scouts are eager to learn—especially those such as first aid, camping, and backpacking—that are required for outdoor activities and rank advancement. A Troop can have more than one instructor.

Responsibilities

• Teaches basic Scouting skills

• Schedule/coordinate merit badge counselor(s) for Troop/Scout instruction

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

A Scout at least 16 years of age who has shown outstanding leadership skills may be appointed by the Scoutmaster to serve as a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster (JASM). The Junior Assistant Scoutmaster functions just like an Assistant Scoutmaster (except for leadership responsibilities reserved for adults 18 years of age or older).

In this capacity, Junior Assistant Scoutmasters (a Troop may have more than one) follow the guidance of the Scoutmaster in providing support and supervision to other youth leaders in the Troop. Upon their 18th birthday, a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster will be eligible to become an Assistant Scoutmaster.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties as assigned by the Scoutmaster.

• Sets a good example.

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.

• Shows Scout spirit

The Patrol Hikemaster makes sure all Scouts in the Patrol are well hydrated and looks for signs of stress during a hike.

Responsibilities

• Helps to arrange hikes on campouts

• Ensures that everyone in their Patrol has a map of where they're going and a compass for a hike

• When hiking, they must know the route and be skilled in navigation

• Know how to find North WITHOUT a compass

• Knows how to backpack and light a fire

• Know how to arrange a campsite and put up bear-bags

• Understand the woods and know their woodlore (knowledge of the woods)

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

The Patrol Grubmaster is in charge of food and cooking. He lines up menus and purchases food for campouts.

Responsibilities

• In charge of kitchen duties in the field

• Helps create menus, shopping lists, and equipment list

• Know how to keep the Patrol fed in the field

• Has knowledge of recipes and can cook if needed with what the Patrol has

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout Spirit

The Patrol Readyman looks after first aid equipment and takes care of all first aid on hikes and camps within the Patrol.

Responsibilities

• Astute in first aid and understands what to do in an emergency situation

• In charge of cleanliness with their patrol

• Knows first aid

• Preferably qualified in Red Cross First Responder, Wilderness First Aid, and CPR

• Has his patrol ready to help with disasters in the community

• Has an emergency response kit ready for their Patrol and know what to do if something happens within the community

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

This is the guy that keeps morale up. Carries the patrol flag – keeper of morale in the patrol. He is the guy that is quick with a cheer, a song, a joke.

Responsibilities

• Keeps morale high

• Knows Scouting appropriate cheers, songs, and jokes, and is quick with them when needed

• Is quick to assist others and keep them in good spirits

• In charge of keeping the Patrol Flag maintained

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform correctly

• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• Shows Scout spirit

The Patrol Quartermaster keeps track of patrol equipment and Troop equipment that the patrol uses and sees that it is in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Monitors Patrol usage of Troop equipment and make sure it is returned in good condition.

• Maintains the Patrol Box and equipment

• Maintains the Patrol Grub Box in neat order and provides it to the Grub Master for each campout.

• Ensures Scouts are using patrol equipment properly.

• Report to the Patrol Leader and Quartermaster on equipment condition.

• Makes suggestions for new or replacement items

• Works with the Youth and Adult Quartermasters

• Set a good example.

• Wear the Scout uniform correctly.

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law.

• Show Scout spirit.

As the name implies, this Patrol member has 3 simple jobs in one. He, 1, they take attendance for their Patrol at ALL activities and gives to the Troop Scribe. 2, they keep in touch with the Troop Librarian, getting any books that Patrol members may need, and finally, 3, keeps a record of pictures from the Patrol, takes pictures of their Patrol, and keeps any Patrol memorabilia (old Patrol flags, pictures, newspaper clippings, award certificates, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Takes attendance for their Patrol at all Patrol and Troop activities and gives it to the Troop Scribe to enter

• Keeps track of any books lent to Patrol members and can give gentle reminders to return books when finished

• Can get books for Patrol members by communicating with the Troop Librarian

• Keeps any Patrol memorabilia (old Patrol flags, pictures, newspaper clippings, award certificates, etc.)

The Musician Emblem is worn by the members of a Troop or Council band, drill team, or drum and bugle corps and should be worn on the RIGHT sleeve rather than the left as the Musician role does not count as a Leadership Position towards Star, Life, or Eagle.

We don't have any in the state of Washington that we know of, however, if you know of multiple people in our Troop who would be interested in making any of the above, talk to them and we could have a Troop Band, Orchestra, Symphony, Marching Band, Colorguard, or Percussion team.

Responsibilities

• Holds regular practices with their ensemble

• Picks and/or plays Scouting appropriate music

• Sets a good example

• Wears the Scout uniform (or other uniforms like a tuxedo or marching uniform) correctly

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law

• Show Scout spirit

The Honor Guard Captain organizes flag ceremonies at Troop and community events. They select members of the Troop to work in the color guard team and teach flag etiquette. They schedule practice sessions with a color guard team to form a high-quality performance. Similar to the Musician position, this role does not count toward Star, Life, or Eagle and the patch is worn on the RIGHT sleeve.

Responsibilities

• To ensure that every Troop meeting has a meaningful and respectful flag opening and closing

• Learn and teach flag etiquette to the members of the color guard team and the Troop

• Learn Troop flag ceremony procedures for a variety of ceremonies including 1, Two flags with stands, 2, Flag Retirement, 3, One or two flags with a single pole, and 4, No pole.

• Demonstrate to the Troop and any interested Patrol the proper way to fold the flag.

• Prepares the US, Troop, and Patrol flags for meetings and ceremonies and puts them away afterward

• Lead & teach the color guard to conduct a flag raising and lowering ceremony on weekend camping trips.

• Lead and/or recruit scouts to participate in flag ceremonies at Court of Honor & community flag ceremonies when requested by the Troop

• To assist other Scouts in the Troop and provide them with the opportunity to complete the Citizenship requirements relating to our flag toward their advancement.

• Willing to effectively work and communicate with an adult mentor on a regular basis

• Sets a good example

• Wear the Scout uniform correctly

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law

• Show Scout spirit