Welcome to your troop! This troop is chartered by the Edmond Church of Christ. Your son has chosen to join an organization that will challenge him physically, mentally, and spiritually. Scouting is intended to be fun. But more than that, scouting is an organization based on time-honored principles of the Scout Oath and the Scout Law.

These by-laws describe the basic operating procedures of Boy Scout Troop 339. Parents and Scouts should read and be familiar with these by-laws. The Troop committee is solely responsible for adopting, amending, and interpreting the Troop by-laws. Changes to these by-laws can be approved by majority vote at a troop committee meeting. Troop by-laws will be reviewed and ratified annually prior to Troop re-charter.

A. REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS Δ

B. FEES Δ

1. Initial Scout registration fee: $10.80
2. Transfer fee (with current membership card): $ 1.00
3. Boy’s Life Subscription (optional): $10.80
4. For all new Scouts joining or Webelos crossing over, Troop 339 will provide:
   • Troop Neckerchief
   • Troop Numerals (transfers also)
   • Epaulets

C. ADULT SCOUTER FEES  Δ

1. Initial registration: $10.00
2. Transfer fee (w/current membership card): $ 1.00

D. ANNUAL RECHARTER FEES  Δ

1. Scout/Scouter Registration (each) $10.80 (paid by Troop)
2. Boy’s Life Subscription (optional) $10.80 (Paid by Scout)

E. MONTHLY DUES Δ

1. Scout dues are $15.00 per month and payable to the Scribe. Dues are due the first meeting of each month.
2. The Troop encourages good money management practices by helping Scouts learn to meet their obligations. By paying dues weekly or monthly, a Scout learns to be thrifty as he helps to support his troop financially.
3. Scouts who become delinquent in their dues will have their camping privileges suspended, unless prior arrangements have been made with the Scoutmaster.

F. INDIVIDUAL SCOUT ACCOUNTS Δ

1. As Scouts participate in Troop fund-raising efforts, they will have an opportunity to earn a portion of the profits. This portion goes into an individual Scout account.
2. Individual Scout accounts are intended to:
   • Be applied toward long-term camping fees.
   • Reimburse a Scout for cost of uniform.
   • Reimburse a registered Scout for personal scout equipment purchased within the past 30 days, with parental approval and signed receipt.
   • Pay monthly dues.
3. After a Scout has been inactive with the Troop for six (6) months, funds remaining in individual account will be transferred to the Troop general fund.
4. Scouts transferring to other Troops may have their funds transferred to their new Troop upon receipt of letter of request from that Troop’s Committee Chair.
5. Money earned as a result of fund-raising is non-refundable, except for transfer requests.
6. A Scout or his parents may deposit money in the individual Troop accounts as a method of saving money for Summer Camp.

The uniform makes the Troop visible as a force for good and creates a positive youth image in the community. Boy Scouting is an action program, and wearing the uniform is an action that shows each Scout’s commitment to the aims and purposes of Scouting. The uniform gives the Scout identity in a World Brotherhood of youth who believe in the same ideals. The uniform is practical attire for Boy Scout activities and provides a way for Scouts to wear the badges that show what they have accomplished. A well-uniformed Troop can build a sense of Troop identity and spirit. This Troop believes each Scout should have a complete uniform to participate and advance in the Scouting program.

1. Scouts must be in a complete uniform to meet with a Board of Review.
2. Scouts must be in uniform to receive advancements at a Court of Honor.
3. A Troop 339 “Class B” T-shirt is available to any Scout/Scouter for a nominal fee.
4. The Troop may maintain a uniform closet for “experienced” Scout uniforms. See a Committee Member about making donations or the availability of these uniforms.

Scouting offers unique opportunities for boys to accept responsibility, experience failures in a safe environment, and grow in self-confidence through Troop Leadership positions. As junior leaders, the Scouts accept the responsibility for Troop equipment, organize campouts, and keep fellow Scouts informed about plans and activities.

A. PATROLS Δ

1. The troop is organized into groups of Scouts called Patrols. Each patrol has a patrol leader (PL) and an assistant Patrol Leader (APL).
2. This Troop may have several types of patrols. Patrols may be established for boys working on ranks through First Class. Other patrols may be established dependent on the interest of the Scouts.

B. PATROL LEADERS COUNCIL (PLC) Δ

1. As much as possible, the troop is managed by the Patrol Leaders Council (PLC). The PLC is composed of the Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Troop Scribe, and Patrol Leaders.
2. The PLC meets at the Church on the first Tuesday of every month to plan for the upcoming activities and meetings, unless notified otherwise. The PLC may meet briefly at the conclusion of regular Troop meetings or at separate times, as required.
3. With the advice and guidance from the Scoutmaster, the PLC decides what activities the Troop would like to participate in, where to go for campouts and outings and what special projects the troop would like to do to serve others.
4. For additional information regarding Troop organization, refer to the Boy Scout Handbook and the Junior Leader Handbook.

Recognition for advancements will be given as soon as possible after the scout completes the rank requirements and has successfully completed his Board of Review. A formal advancement ceremony will conducted for the Scout at the next scheduled Court of Honor.

A. BOARD OF REVIEW Δ

1. Before a scout advances to his next rank, his last step is to participate in a Board of Review. A Board of Review consists of a minimum of three Troop Committee Members.
2. Members of Eagle District Advancement Committee conduct the Eagle Board of Review. The Scoutmaster, and/or a member of the Troop Committee, who will introduce the candidate, will accompany the Eagle candidate to his Eagle Board of Review.

B. COURT OF HONOR Δ

1. A Court of Honor is a ceremony where the Scouts are honored with their parents present and formally recognized for merit badges, rank advancements, and special awards they have earned. Scouts and parents should plan to attend every Court of Honor. Courts of Honor are held at least quarterly.
2. A Scout will not be presented awards at a Court of Honor unless he is wearing his uniform.
3. When a Scout earns the rank of Eagle Scout, a special Eagle Court of Honor is conducted. The Scout and his parents are responsible for planning and financing this ceremony.

C. SCOUT SPIRIT Δ

A. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Δ

1. All financial expenditures require approval of the Troop Committee. It is recommended to check with the Troop Treasurer prior to making any purchases.
2. An Operational Fund is provided to offset incidental Troop expenses. All Leaders are expected to provide receipts for all purchases.
3. The Troop Treasurer maintains scout accounts in a separate account.

B. ADULT TRAINING Δ

1. Adult leaders will complete Boy Scout Fast Track Training and BSA Youth Protection Training upon joining the troop.
2. Adult leaders will refer to the Last Frontier Council Training Guidelines (as listed on their website) for current Adult Leader ‘Position Specific’ Training requirements.

C. YOUTH PROTECTION Δ

1. There will be a minimum of two adults at any official scout outing.
2. Unrelated Scouts and adult Scouters may never sleep together in the same tent.
3. There is never a one-on-one meeting in private between an adult and a Scout.
4. All adult Scouters are required to attend BSA Youth Protection Training, and remain currently trained.
5. To maintain Scout awareness, the annual troop re-charter process will provide BSA Youth Protection materials for the Scouts and their families to review.

Participation in Troop scouting activities will not be denied to any boy because of financial hardships. Families needing assistance should contact the Scoutmaster or the Troop Committee Chairman. Please note all matters will be handled in confidence but may be discussed with appropriate scout leaders.

All Scouts are expected to live by the Boy Scout Oath and the Scout Law. Scouts with behavior problems that can not be resolved through counseling and disciplinary action may be permanently suspended as a member of the Troop.

A. DISCIPLINARY ACTION Δ

B. PROPERTY DAMAGE Δ

A. SUPPORT Δ

B. TROOP RESOURCE INFORMATION Δ

Reviewed & Signed Date: February 6, 2007

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