Camp Squanto – Leading Scouts Program

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Leading Scout program is a staff-training program to introduce scouts to the responsibility of being a member of the summer camp staff. The training consists of a rotational assignment throughout camp offering each scout a chance to experience the daily responsibilities of each
program area in camp.

Leading Scouts will rotate through most of the program areas including: aquatics, activities, handicraft, sports, kitchen, ranges, trading post, provo, and flight to eagle. While in each area Leading Scouts assist in all program functions of that area, which includes assisting in merit badges classes and with afternoon activities. This experience will help each leading scout gain not only teaching and leadership experience, but also self-confidence.

In addition to other duties in camp, all leading scouts will be required to participate in their own personal development and growth including merit badges throughout camp. Weekly evaluations will take place as well as weekly reviews with the Leading Scout Director.

LEADING SCOUT REQUIREMENTS

• Be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America.
• You must be 14 or 15 years old as of June 25, 2018.
• You must fill out an application and be interviewed. Interviews begin during February school vacation.
• You must have working papers issued by your city or town’s school department.
• You must attend Staff Training Week, NYLT, and 2 additional weeks as a Leading Scout. A week with your troop does not count as a Leading Scout week.
• It costs $400 to take part in the program. This fee includes staff training week, junior leader training, and a minimum of two additional weeks.
• You are required to advance each week and take at least two merit badges.
• All Leading Scouts wear the official BSA uniform while in camp. Your personal conduct at camp must uphold the ideals of the Boy Scout Oath and Law.