New to Forum/scouting Is this really a good idea?

[frankj]

KSScoutmom: It is a great thing you're doing being involved in Scouts with your son. It will provide him with a way to do outdoor things that he might not be involved with otherwise. That you are willing to go on campouts is great, recognize though as he gets more comfortable with troop camping he may not want a parent along. I'd encourage you to get involved in the troop to the extent that you have time. After you have observed for a while, you might want to approach the SM or Committee Chair and volunteer to do something. As for summer camp -- don't feel obligated to go. But if you do go, you'll enjoy it, I think. There is so much going on, you can be a help to the Scoutmaster, I'm sure. Our troop has an job for a parent volunteer each summer: "the bank." Boys bring money to camp and the "the bank" keeps it secure and doles it out upon request, and at times, attempts to moderate their spending so they don't run out of money too soon.