Venture Patrol

[hops_scout]

Ok, so I wasnt too sure where to put this, so I thought I would put it in 'High Adventure'. Please move to where it belongs if this is wrong.

Our SM informed the PLC (3 scouts and 2 leaders tonite) that he felt there was a need to start a Venture Patrol and possibly get the older boys a little bit more involved and actually doing stuff at meetings. He kind of was making it sound like this was something he really wanted to happen and was almost putting it on my shoulders to do. I may be weird in thinking thats how he put it, but if thats how he put it great.

He said that he was going to go get the program materials for us to read and decide. I hope he has those for next week's meeting.

What suggestions do you have for us to get started?

[commish3]

As a Venture Patrol you are eligible to earn the activity awards used in the Varsity Scout Program. You can read about the Venture Patrol program on pages 420 to 423 of the Boy Scout Handbook. Enjoy!

[Guneukitschik]

Take your time and don't jump right in.... Train the to-be leaders if possible prior to starting up.

[t305spl]

Thats very true. Get them trained then move forward training is a big part.

[Rick Tyler]

I believe in a boy-led program, but there are certain things that you guys can use adults for. One thing you will need is an adult interested in high adventure activities to be your patrol's advisor. The main troop program is probably not going to be enough for you, and you will want an adult advocate to help you make things happen.

Good luck!