What Would You Do? – Page 5 – Scouting magazine

What to do when older Scouts just want to hang out

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Scouter S.C.’s troop tries to keep older Scouts busy teaching skills to younger boys, but a few just want to hang out with their friends. He’s looking for suggestions to keep these older Scouts engaged in the troop program.

How do you best serve a troop with many leaders?

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An assistant Scoutmaster says he feels unneeded in a troop with many adult leaders. Readers urge him to get plenty of training and use his skills and interests to find leadership opportunities.

Advice for preparing to become a Scoutmaster

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In our September issue, G.P. said he wanted to start a Boy Scout troop and that he had taken the first phase of Scoutmaster training. “Besides continuing training, what else can I do to ready myself for becoming a Scoutmaster?” he asked.

Scouters weigh in: Should den meetings include work on rank advancement?

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When Den Leader B.R. asked how much den meeting time should be devoted to advancement requirements, readers ranked working on achievements high on their list for planning meetings.

Tips for encouraging a large troop to be boy-led

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Readers respond to a unit committee member who asked how a troop of 100 boys might provide Scouts with opportunities to lead when adults find it easier to assume the leadership roles.

Scouters weigh in: Should Eagle Scout Courts of Honors be individual or group?

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Readers argued strongly for both possibilities when Scouter B.T. asked whether Eagle Scout courts of honor should be staged separately or for more than one new Eagle at a time.

How packs can boost attendance during the summer

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When pack treasurer J.S. asked for ways to stimulate participation in summertime pack and den activities, reader suggestions included focusing on family involvement and “thinking big” when planning special events.

How leaders can effectively deal with a Scout's inappropriate behavior

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A Webelos den leader asked what could be done when a boy lies, swears, and hits or chases other boys and his father will not intervene. Readers suggested better communication with and involvement of both parent and boy.

How strong, well-publicized programs help reduce absenteeism

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Den leader C.A. asked: When boys repeatedly miss meetings, should leaders make a fuss or just ignore their absenteeism? Reader suggestions included improved communications and quality programs.

What to do when older Scouts stay aloof

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After a three-year drought of new members, J.R.’s troop has had an influx of new Scouts. “How can we get our older boys to mingle with the new guys and show them what to do, instead of doing it for them because it’s easier?” he asked.