cad-guy

as the original poster, thought I'd let you nice folks know what happened. We actually did a couple of reviews. I took your advice and let the boys talk. It was very interesting that when the boys were asked what they might like to see done differently in the troop, they both had the same answer. We will be visiting w/ the SM and see his thoughts. THanks again for the great advice. This actually leads me to something else. I've been asked to serve permantly on the committee. Should I be wearing a Scout Uniform at the meetings? I'm sure I'll find out answers at training, but thought I'd ask now.

I have been asked to sit in on a board of review for a 2nd class scout. THis will be for his 1st class rank. What kind of questions are to be asked during the BOR? There will be other in the BOR also, and I may not have to ask any questions, but I was just wondering what is appropriate. Thanks for any guidance

thanks John... with going thru all of the MB's, which are the 3 monters? And thanks for the resources online also. Great help.

My son has just passed rank to 1st class. While he was working on his first class requirements, he was awarded 2 merit badges (non eagle). Now that he is working towards Star, requirements state that he is to earn 6 merit badges (2 non, and 4 Eagle req'd). Will the 2 badges he earned while working towards 1st Class be able to apply to his Star? We're just curious since there were no badges required for 1st Class. Thanks for any insight you can give.

great advise everybody... I posted my message yesterday, and then had to leave town. I was thrilled when I checked in later and had so many messages. Someone asked where I was. I am in Western Arkansas. This will not be a long trip. We are looking at one night on the trail, just to give the boys a taste of backpacking fun! Again thanks. If anyone know of a good outfitter in AR, let me know. MKH

We are preparing for our first backpacking campout. I don't think it will be a real long hike, but we need help with equipment. I need recommendations on what kind of pack to get. There are many packs at the larger sports stores, but I am not sure what I need. There needs to be a way to attach a bedroll, but not sure how you do that. Any help you guys/girls can give us rookies will be greatly appreciated.

Actually I thought it was just a participation patch that was given even before the design was selected. I could be wrong. MKH

Greeting everyone. I have a couple of kids that submitted some art for the 100 yr logo contest. We were just wondering when the patches might be sent? Anyone received one yet? MKH