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Scoutmaster
In Fred’s words
The Scoutmaster is the adult responsible for working directly with the Scouts providing direction, coaching, and support.
The Scoutmaster has three basic roles
- providing the youth leaders with the tools and skills so they can run the troop
- making sure the rules of Scouting America and chartered partner are followed
- being a good mentor and positive role model
More Resources
Every youth deserves a trained leader. See more about training opportunities for adults including Scoutmasters at https://www.scouting.org/training/ and BSA Publication Troop Leader Guidebook.
Training for adult leaders (Scouting America)
Collected and written by Fred W. Kimball, Troop 7 Scoutmaster from 1987 to 2003, who kept the troop's website for many years. Brought here with his blessing, in his words.