Documents

Troop Handbook

Here is a our handbook we use as a guide in our troop.

Handbook

• 2021 Troop 325 Handbook

Scouts

Here is a contemplation of helpful information for the scouts of our troop.

Advancement

• Trail to First Class Weekly Training Outline
• Orienteering with example of course at Boulder Creek (courtesy of Mr. Shantz)

Life to Eagle Scout

• Eagle Project Workbook (BSA)
• Eagle Project Beneficiaries Information (BSA)
• Eagle Advancement Resources (SVMBC)
• Eagle Scout Rank Application (BSA)
• Eagle Scout Palm Application (BSA)

Merit Badges

• Merit Badge Center (US Scouts)

Instruction Materials

• Patrol Box Plans
• Flag Stand Plans

Checklists

• Backpacking
• Camping
• Winter Snow Camping
• Summer Camp

Events System (for Scouts)

• Basic Guide to Events Manager
• Steps to Book an Event

Parents

Here is a contemplation of helpful information for the parents of our troop.

Medical Forms (for Scouts/Parents)

• BSA Medical Forms Page – Find all the medical forms and instructions here

Permission Slips (for Scouts/Parents)

• Outing Permission Slip – Parents can enter their data first and then print this form out.
• Firearms Permission Form

Expense Forms

• Driver Reimbursement Form
• Outing/Event Expense Reimbursement Form
• Scout Account Reimbursement Form

Life to Eagle Scout (for Parents)

• Letter to Parents from Eagle Advisor (Troop 325)
• Typical Schedule for Life to Eagle Advancement (Troop 325)

Events System (for Adults)

• Basic Guide to Events Manager
• Steps to Book an Event

Leaders

Here is a contemplation of helpful information for the adult leaders of our troop.

Leading Ceremonies Guides

• Arrow of Light Ceremony – Guide to organizing the ceremony.
• Bridging Ceremony – Guide to organizing the ceremony.
• Scoutmaster Minute Resources – Compilation of useful material (courtesy of Mr. Polyak)

Leader Training

• BSA Online Learning Center is a great place to start.
• Santa Clara County BSA Adult Leader Training Page
  Overview of required training for all Scout-involved adults and upcoming training schedule.
• All volunteers participating in official Scouting activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting.

Leader Training Course Sequence

1. Fast Start Training (available on-line) – As the first step on the training continuum, Fast Start Training is meant to provide all the information and resources for new leaders to conduct their first meeting, along with guidance for the meetings that follow.
2. Youth Protection Training (available on-line)
3. New Leader Essentials – As the first section of Basic Leader Training, New Leader Essentials is a 90-minute introductory session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting and provides new leaders with a look at the resources available to them. New Leader Essentials often is offered as the first part of Leader Specific Training.
   1. Scoutmaster/ASM Specific – Specialized knowledge for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters in basic troop operations.
   2. Troop Committee Challenge (available on-line)A course that discusses each role in the committee and how they work together to support the youth.After committee members complete this step, they may wear the trained patch.
4. Outdoor Leader Skills – Required outdoor training for Scoutmasters and ASMs. The skills required for the Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.On completion of this step, Scoutmasters and ASMs may wear the trained patch.

Instruction Materials

• Fireman Chit Course Outline
• Totin Chip Course Outline

Life to Eagle Scout (for Coaches/Advisors)

• Eagle Project Coach and Advisor Guide (Troop 325)

Events System (for Administrators)

• Steps to Create an Event
• Steps to Add a Manual Booking
• Advanced Guide to Events Manager