Resources for Adults

Scoutbook

Click here to access Scoutbook. Both you and your Scout should have a Scoutbook account. In Scoutbook, you can view your Scout's entire Scouting history, check progress on advancement, check your Scout's Scout Account balance, or contact a leader in the Troop. 

Scouting Mobile App

Track your Scout's advancement and Scout Account balance on the app. Similar to Scoutbook but more focused on just your Scout. Click here for more details.

Training

Training for adult Troop leaders, whether on the committee or an assistant Scoutmaster, starts at my.scouting.org (click Menu, My Training). All adults registered with the Troop are required to take Youth Protection Training every two years. Each position also has additional position-specific training requirements. 

Pictures

Click here to access the troop's Shutterfly Share Site where pictures are posted from events, campouts and summer camps. To gain access to the site, a parent or guardian of a registered scout will be added to the site and must create a Shutterfly account to access the pictures.

Annual Health and Medical Record

Parts A and B (required for all Scouting activities)

Parts A, B, and C (required for camp and any activities over 72 hours)

Frequently Asked Questions about the AHMR

Note that the AHMR is valid for one year. Parts A and B are completed by a parent or guardian, but Part C must be completed by a doctor. It is recommended that you complete Part C at your Scout's annual physical.

Merit Badge Counselors

We're always looking for new merit badge counselors! You don't need an advanced degree to instruct a merit badge, just some experience and interest in the topic and a willingness to instruct the Scouts. Mr. Szymendera is the Troop Merit Badge Counselor Coordinator, so feel free to ask him any questions about becoming a counselor. You can see the current list of counselors in our Troop sorted by badge or name.

How to register as a merit badge counselor:

1. Complete your Youth Protection Training if it's not current or if you've never done it before. YPT is available on https://my.scouting.org

2. Complete Scouts BSA – Merit Badge Counselor Position Specific Training online or in person. You can access it online at https://my.scouting.org

3. Complete the online application here. It's quick and free! If you're already registered as an adult volunteer, you still need to re-register specifically as a merit badge counselor. It's better to complete steps 1 and 2 before registering because your application won't be accepted until those are complete. 

4. Complete the Merit Badge Counselor Information Form and send it to Mr. Szymendera. This form allows you to indicate the merit badges that you would like to instruct. He will forward it to the District. Remember to list your qualifications for each badge and sign the form. Current counselors can use the same form to add or drop merit badges.