blw2 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 can't believe nobody has said it yet... invite them to join in the conversation here! I got hooked on forums as a way to learn about interests or hobbies a long time ago. I value what I have learned here very much. I've been exposed to a lot more in depth info and different view points here than I ever had form my fellow scouter in my unit or at round tables. I'm pretty sure it was here where I read tips such as ask the SPL or PL who is running the meeting for permission to do anything in the meeting, or better wait until invited to speak. also that the only thing a SM should really say during a troop mtg is the scoutmaster minute these might be exaggerated, or maybe not, but I think they really help set the tone or illustrate "boy led" really means Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagledad Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Adding to SSScout, most effective Scoutmaster Minutes are short (2 minute max), dramatic, adventurous, or humorous. Barry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T2Eagle Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I'm with KenD and Krampus, know all the written rules and materials; if you can manage the adults the boys will take care of themselves. The other piece of advice I have is make allies of your parents, you have in your care the thing that is more precious to them than their own lives, never forget that and remember it is a grave privilege and graver responsibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeBob Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Know the GTSS. Know the GTA. Know the age appropriate guidelines matrix. Read the SM guide. Read the Field Book. Be able to demonstrate the trail to First Class skills. Read up on the patrol method. Know the troop roles and what they do. Know the advancement path. Wear the uniform correctly and at the right times. Step in and volunteer at camp to cook, clean, set-up. Show them what a leader is. First one up, last one to bed. Follow the rules even when you don't want to. Set the example. This may mean there's a Scoutmaster You and Real You. Accept help. Delegate. Know when too much is too much. GET TRAINED....take every course you can. You will always learn something. Have fun...when it stops being fun it is time to leave. Too much... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertrat77 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Spend more time outdoors than indoors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stosh Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Adding to SSScout, most effective Scoutmaster Minutes are short (2 minute max), dramatic, adventurous, or humorous. Barry A ScoutMaster Minute that lasts 2 minutes? You sound a bit long winded there, Barry. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwazse Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I wish I knew about scouter.com! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoutldr Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Know your job description and stay in your swim lane. An SM has a job. The CC and Committee have jobs. Don't confuse them. Don't try to be a one man show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krampus Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Know your job description and stay in your swim lane. An SM has a job. The CC and Committee have jobs. Don't confuse them. Don't try to be a one man show. Exactly. For ASMs, don't stay in your swim lane. Help whenever and wherever you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagledad Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 A ScoutMaster Minute that lasts 2 minutes? You sound a bit long winded there, Barry. Scouts timed me. Best I ever did was 1 minute 32 seconds. But I started out about 7 minutes. I learned to watch the new scouts to see what worked and what didn't because the experienced scouts will politely appear to listen. Young scouts have little patience and don't mind showing it. Barry 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stosh Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I used to be a minister, I know the drill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blw2 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 oh, another resource that seems like a good one, in addition to this site scoutmastercg.com 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sentinel947 Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 oh, another resource that seems like a good one, in addition to this site scoutmastercg.com Bobwhite Blather is great as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAHAWK Posted January 30, 2016 Share Posted January 30, 2016 (edited) Sorry. I just looked in. Getting ready for training tomorrow. You could always tell them wheat the Patrol Method is. I believe: Sorry. I just looked in. Getting ready for training tomorrow. You could always tell them wheat the Patrol Method is. 1. The patrol is the context within which the Scout primarily experiences Boy Scouting. 2. A “patrol†is a small, largely self-selected team of friends led by the leader they select in carrying out Scouting program that they help plan 3. The Troop is the youth-led “league†in which patrol teams play the “game†of Boy Scouting beyond the single patrol. The troop exists for the administrative convenience of patrols. 4. Adults insure that Scouts have a safe place in which to play the game of Scouting and act as leadership trainers, Scoutcraft trainers as required, resources, coaches, counselors, and mentors. To the extent that adults lead, are leaders, they lead by example and through youth leaders. Edited January 30, 2016 by TAHAWK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sentinel947 Posted January 31, 2016 Author Share Posted January 31, 2016 Course went well. I had fun. Feedback was positive. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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