Boy Scout Fast Start
Boy Scout adult leader training begins with the Boy Scout Fast Start. It is the new leader's first exposure to the Boy Scout program. This video-based training is intended to acquaint the adult leader with the basic information about Boy Scouts. The Boy Scout Fast Start video includes the following segments:
- The Troop Meeting - This is the primer on how to run a troop meeting. Produced for new unit leaders and commissioners, the video covers planning, parts of the meeting, the patrol method, and resources.
- The Outdoor Program - Running a troop meeting is one thing; running a successful outdoor activity is another. This program goes into planning, organization, ideals, and BSA policy for outdoor activities. It also touches on long-term and high adventure activities.
- The Troop Organization - This program starts with the charter concept - the chartered organization, the district, and the council, and their relationship to the troop. Each leadership and committee position is described. This is an excellent program for commissioners, troop committees, troop leaders, and chartered organizations.
Troop-administered self-study is the primary method of delivery for Fast Start training. Your Scoutmaster or Training Chair usually supports the new leader during this training period. Talk to your Scoutmaster, Training Chair, or Committee Chair about the video. If they do not have it, you can check it out from the Council Service Center (Call to reserve it at 909-983-4534).
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