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Troop 77 Scouting
(a description of the Boy Scout Program in Troop 77)

Aims - what we try to do...
- Character - self confidence (outdoor skills, social skills, leadership)
- Citizenship - democratic representation; responsibility; love of USA
- Fitness - physical, emotional, moral discipline

Methods - how we try to do it....
- "Scout" skills - first aid; sky and map&compass navigation; ropes; woods lore
- Leadership skills - boy leaders in activities; responsibility
- Physical & Mental exercise - outdoor activities; exposure to mild stress (public speaking; peer leadership; coping with heat and cold)

Organization - who does what...
- Charter Partner (sponsor) - Men's Club First United Methodist Church of Toccoa
- Troop Committee - appointed by and responsible to Charter Partner
  - Advancement - ensures learning, approves all rank promotions
  - Facilities - provide building, equipment, and transportation
  - Finance - budget, expenditures
- Scoutmaster - appointed by and responsible to Troop Committee
  - Program - provides for schedule, activities, training
  - Security - safety, health, discipline
  - Advisor - leadership skills, mentoring
- Assistant Scoutmasters - appointed by and responsible to Scoutmaster
- Senior Patrol Leader - top youth leadership position, responsible for whole Troop
- Assistant Senior Patrol Leader - youth assists Senior Patrol Leader
- Patrol Leaders - youth leadership position responsible for 4 - 8 boys