Austinole

Just trying to get in to the head of the SM. Like you said, we're going on little information. I was mostly just brainstorming. Maybe the SM feels like the Scout hasn't stepped up enough and wants him to take the initiative to get this resolved.

Is this an over night or a day trip? There should be a schedule of what's happening. We do a Tiger Prowl at the beginning of the year to get new Tigers an idea of what to expect. I would guess this is more advanced since you've been in for a year now.

We've lost a few COs but none that have switched over to TL as far as I know.

I don't have any answers for you but I can say, you are not alone.

Is it possible the SM is testing your son? Maybe it would be best if your son approached his SM rather than you.

I wish you and your son the best of luck.

Sounds like you are on the right path. Just do your best to help the Unit and let them know of opportunities available to them.

It think it'd be good to open it up to all types of units.

Take all the online training you can to familiarize yourself with the different types of units. Go to the UC monthly meetings and roundtables if you have them to get to know everyone.

Just be honest

That is how I've handled being UC. Currently, I'm UC for 2 packs and 1 troop. Neither are units I am a leader in. I do have two shirts as well. Usually, I've got my UC shirt hanging in my car.

Eagle92, I think you're on the right path. You know your boys and troop better than anyone on this board. Let him know what more is available with a little more effort on his part.

I accept friend requests from all ages. Everything I say is on the front page for all to read.

We've never charged a late fee. We have had some parents not pay.

Sounds like you found a winner.

Can she wear the shirt? I think it would be a good den meeting to have her explain why she wears what she does and have a discussion.

Congratulations and good luck!

Readyman is one that I do multiple times. We have a speaker come in and talk about it and demonstrate it. Then, we have scouts pick from a hat a scenario to perform. One scout is the victim the others are the responders.

I vote bad. Belt loops are something that I've included in my program. We also had belt loop round up day in the summer. I guess we'll just have to see what they are replacing it with. Sometimes it was the only thing a cub had earned for recognition that pack meeting. Belt loops are an introduction in to new things. If they want to continue with a subject they can work on the pin. and there ain't nothing wrong with a little bling on a uniform.

I've look at all the youtubes on the place. It's a regular stop for many of the troops in our council and they all love it. Hopefully, my son and I are going this summer.

My 8 y/o daughter would love that. She'd much rather be in Cubs the Girl Scouts

I understand where you are coming from. It has been my goal to get Webelos IIs off with out the family. It mostly works out but, as some have mentioned, it is tough for a parent to be on a campout and leave a sibling behind. When that does happen I let them know up front that the Webelos will tent and camp as patrol. Any extra campers are off to the side. I know there are some kids that wouldn't come if I was absolute on Webelos only.

A cheep one with a locking blade. He will lose it. When my son got his whittling chip I got him a metal knife with the date he earned in on it. I think it cost $20.

Yes, I've seen some conversations where the unit would charter in tandem with Trail Life and BSA until they Eagled out and then transition completely. All over nothing.

That's a great program. Readyman is one requirement that I do several times. I think my son has done it 6 times from summer camps, day camps and den meetings. I repeat readyman in Webelos I and Webelos 2 years.