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Program planning is done by the Patrol Leaders Council, which meets once a month, under direction of the Scoutmaster. As a result of this method of operation, Scouts learn more about responsibility and realize a greater reward from the program. This also ensures that they will be participating in the types of activities that they choose. Each Patrol and Scout is assigned specific duties to put the program plan into action. The duties are split between assignments to prepare for the weekly meetings and campouts, as well as assignments at the weekly meetings and campouts. Their performance on these assignments is the true measure of success of the program.
Again, the program is BOY RUN and ADULT SUPERVISED.
WEEKLY MEETING
The troop meets on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. in the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 113 Hall, 1150 SW California Blvd.
The meetings are planned out by the Patrol Leader Council (refer to organization chart). Meetings include formal opening and closing ceremonies, skill work, games, and inter-patrol activities. Meetings are scheduled to be fun while educational. The boy leaders conduct the meetings under the supervision of the Scoutmaster and hhis/her staff.
CAMPING
Troop 445 goes camping approximately once a month. We provide tents, cooking utensils, stoves, lanterns, etc. The scout must provide his own sleeping bag, and backpack. Tent/sleeping arrangements will be scheduled at the campsite. A small fee covers the cost of food. To offset this cost Troop 445 holds fundraising events with a portion of the funds raised being reserved for camp costs, and will be providing a monthly savings plan maintained by the troop Treasurer. All Scouts must have a signed permission slip.
Occasionally, you may be asked to help provide transportation or be available as the emergancy contact for a campout or other Troop activity. You may transport only the number of Scouts for which you have seat belts.
SUMMER CAMP
This is an annual event. Troop 445 normally attends a week of summer camp during June/July. Cost of the camp is the responsibility of the parents of the Scout. Activities include crafts, swimming, rank advancement, merit badges, and optional boating or high adventure (usually for older scouts). The location is determined each year.
Each Scout must have a physical examination form completed and on file with the Troop. The examination should be reviewed annually for any changes/corrections. The Troop maintains these forms for use during the year as well as at summer camp.