I'm Confused

[planoscout]

I am just wondering, what is the age for an adult to become a committee member? I am an Eagle Scout who has been 18 for about 6 months now, and am told by our committee chairman that I am not old enough. From what I understand there is no age limit. The Troop Committee Guidebook states that a committee chairman needs at least three 21 yearolds on it, but nothing about not having 18-20 year olds involved on the committee. I would appreciate any response.

[Bob White]

As you have already learned from the Troop Committee Guidebook you must be 21 to be a registered committee member. Until your 21st birthday you can serve as an assistant scoutmaster.

 

BW

[planoscout]

The guidebook doesn't say anything about 18 yr. olds not serving. It claims there must me at least three 21year olds, and that is at the least. But it can also be interpreted that there can 18-20 year olds, ALONG with the three 21 year olds.

[Bob White]

I am sorry that was unclear to you. The committee must have at least three members. Committee members must be at least 21 years of age.

 

You are eligible to serve in troop leadership as an assistant scoutmaster.

[NWScouter]

Bobwhite is correct; the only under 21 adult leadership positions in BSA are Assistant Scoutmaster, Assistant Cubmaster, Assistant Den Leader and also Merit Badge Counselor