Senior Scouting

THE REKOLETO
SCOOUTS WAY!
 The Goals of Scouting
 The Aims of Boy Scouting
– Character development
– Citizenship training
– Physical, mental, and emotional fitness
 Aims are Delivered by these Methods
– Ideals
– Patrols
– Outdoor Programs
– Adult Association
– Advancement
– Personal Growth
– Leadership Development
– Uniform
 History of Scouting
 The Beginnings of Scouting Movement
– The 20th-century scouting movement was started by Robert
Baden-Powell during the Boer War as a series of games and
exercises to help men learn to live in the open under difficult
conditions
– Powell developed a book called “Aids to Scouting” as a way of
training recruits. This book became an instant hit among boys
– He conducted his first Boy Scout camp on Brownsea Island in
1907, and his book “Scouting for Boys” was published in 1908
– In England, Boy Scouts formally started on Jan. 24, 1908

 History of Scouting in the Philippines

History of Scouting in CST-R
 Scoutmaster Conferences
 Essential to individual Scout development and
advancement
– Getting to know scout
– Setting individual goals
– Mentoring
– Building confidence
– Encouragement
– Problem Solving and discipline

 Scouts responsible for scheduling an

advancement Scoutmaster Conference after
requirements for rank advancement completed
 Board of Review
 Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Scouting
program within the troop
 Review is not an examination
– Make sure the Scout has completed the requirements
– Determine how good an experience Scout is having within
the Troop
– Encourage Scout to advance further
 Scout is responsible for scheduling a BOR after
completing the Scoutmaster Conference
 Recognition
 Each time a Scout advances in rank, he
will be recognized
– Rank advancement is effective after approval by
Board of Review
– Scout immediately sews on the badge.
– Formal recognition occurs at the Court of Honor
 Eagle Scout rank is usually recognized by
a very special Eagle Court of Honor
 Uniforms
 Type A Uniform (Field Uniform)
– Boy Scout Polo with neckerchief, Scout pants, Scout belt
– Must wear black socks.
– Required for travel, Courts of Honor, Troop meetings, meals
on some campouts, and other more formal events
 Class B Uniform (Activity Uniform)
– Troop or other Scout t-shirt
– Khaki Pants or Black Pants
– Worn during camping trips, service projects and other
“activity” events
– Troop 777 T-shirts will be available soon
 Recommended Equipment
 Uniform (Required)
 Sleeping Bag
 Sleeping Pad
– Inflatable pad recommended

 Tent
– Tents can be often shared or borrowed
– Need to be able to pitch at night and in the rain.

 Other Equipment
– Eating utensils
– Tools eg. Portable saw, knife, screwdriver, etc.

 Optional
– Backpacking, Climbing Packs
 Other Stuff
 Record Keeping
– Troop keeps Merit Badge & Advancement records
in advancement database
– Critical that you also keep your own records
• Campouts attended
• Camped days, miles hiked/backpacked/floated
• Service hours and projects
• Leadership positions and time
 Meetings
– Every Wednesday
– For Upcoming Trainees whole three weeks of training
after every dismissal.
The SCOUT Uniform
The Group Formation
The MANUAL OF THE STAFF
SILENT SIGNALS
WHISTLE CALLS
SCOUT SIGN
SALUTE
 What our Scout Uniform Means
1. Signifies your membership to the world brotherhood of the
Scouting Movement – The Boy Scouts of the Philippines, and
WOSM.

2. It proclaims you as a person of character with high and noble

Scouting Ideals which reflect our Scout Oath, our Scout Law
and the Senior Scout “Slogan” – Once a Scout, Always a Scout.

3. It stands for Preparedness for Service to others, which

exemplifies our “Motto” – Laging Handa.

4. Symbolizes democracy – breaking the barriers of poverty and

social standing

5. Reflects the meaning of the great Outdoor Life.

WHEN TO WEAR THE UNIFORM
The Scout uniform must be worn with pride, honor, respect, and distinction. The
following must be observed by all:

The Senior SCOUTS:

1. In all Scouting activities such as Crew and Outfit meetings,
hiking, camping,
2. Community involvement projects, jamborees, parades,
ceremonies, etc.
3. At special religious service for Scouts.
4. During Scouting month
5. When prescribed for special Scouting service.
6. On such occasions as may be prescribed by the Local Council,
Region or the National Office of the BSP.
 WHEN TO WEAR THE UNIFORM
The Scout uniform must be worn with pride, honor, respect, and distinction.
The following must be observed by all:

The OUTFIT ADVISOR:

1. In all Scouting activities of the Outfit

2. In formal Council, Regional, or National Scouting affairs
3. In special church service for Scouting
4. In training courses, conferences, seminars, workshops, and
other gatherings Sponsored by the Scouting movement.
5. Whenever appearing before the public with uniformed Boy
Scouts.

The Type A uniform must be worn during formal Scouting activities

and other specified Scouting activities. The Type B uniform should
be worn during informal Scouting activities.
WHEN NOT TO WEAR THE UNIFORM
1. When soliciting funds or engaged in any selling, marketing or
promotional campaign, or in any commercial venture not related to
Scouting (This does not however, forbid Scouts in uniform from
selling tickets for Scouts benefit shows, rallies, and similar Scouting
events);

2. When engaged in any endeavor / activity of a political party;

3. When appearing professionally on stage, in motion pictures, or

modeling without specific authority from NEB of the BSP.

4. When taking parts in parades, except for the purpose of rendering

service as a Scout/er or when representing officially the BSP, and;

5. When one ceases to be a Scout/er through failure to register or

leaves the Scout Movement for any other reasons.
The Neckerchief and the Carabao Slide
Our Neckerchief…The Universality of the Scout
Movement
Serves as many practical purposes
• Bandage and tourniquet
• Signal Flags during emergencies
• In absence of ropes, may also be joined
together to be used as one.
• Protects the head from the heat of the sun.

The Wooden Carabao Head as Slide… The symbol of hard work,

humility, perseverance and strength…
• An animal of burden which is so valuable, an asset to the
Filipino farmer
• Exemplifies kindness, friendliness, hospitality, patience and
persistence which are held highly by every Filipino
• Our national animal – that possesses “good character”, which
also render selfless service to all
SENIOR SCOUT

ROVER SCOUT
BOY SCOUT

KAB SCOUT

KID SCOUT
MANUAL OF THE STAFF
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