Scoutmaster installation ceremony

Saluting, lowering and folding the flag with respect and a sense of moment leaves a greater impression than listening to a lecture on patriotism.

Opening a meeting with the recitation of the Scout oath and law promotes discipline better than rules of conduct listed on the wall. The formal presentation of an award in a candle lit room is a greater reward than simply handing out badges. Clarke has worked with thousands of Scouts and Scouters as a director at his local Scout Camp Camp Horseshoe , and as a Scoutmaster for 30 years. He is the recipient of a number of awards recognizing his service to Scouting, including the B. He is author of the blog and podcast at Scoutmastercg.

An avid outdoorsman and amateur actor, he lives in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania with his wife Teddi. They can, and should, add some personal touches, but the basics of each ceremony should remain constant. This is an error. Boys are very receptive to well planned and traditional ceremonies.

When all is ready, the patrol leader s lead the candidate s into the room up to the table where the candle is burning. After the names of the candidate s are given, the patrol leader s step back a pace and the candidate s remain. As we welcome you into the fellowship of Troop No. The senior patrol leader hands the burning candle to a Scout, who steps up to the table.

He always tells the truth. The Scout hands the spirit of Scouting candle to the next Scout who lights the second candle, turns toward the candidates, and speaks simply but expressively about the meaning of loyalty.

So it continues, through the twelve points of the Scout Law. After lighting their candle, each Scout says only one or two sincere, forceful sentences. The 12th Scout returns the candle to the senior patrol leader. You are expected to do your best to live up to it. You will now be given the Scout Oath by our Scoutmaster. Scoutmaster: I congratulate you on being elected to this position. Realize the responsibility that you have committed to.

Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do. You are now in charge of your troop, lead them with a firm but gentle hand.

Scoutmaster comes forward. We have enjoyed working with you over the period you have given to Scouting as Scoutmaster of this Troop. It now becomes time for us to appoint your successor and to induct him her as our new Scoutmaster. It gives me great honor to introduce name of Scoutmaster candidate ,our candidate for the position of Scoutmaster. Scoutmaster candidate comes forward and stands on one side of Chartered Organizational Representative. Chartered Organizational Representative : It is the desire of this Troop's Chartering Organization to appoint and commission you as Scoutmaster of Troop number.

As you have heard from our Senior Patrol Leader, you main job is to advise the Troop officers and assist in their training and coaching as they develop the Troop's program. We are placing the confidence of our families and our Scouts onto your shoulders as you continue to provide a quality program for our Scouts and this community.

Will you accept our nomination and serve as Scoutmaster of this Troop? He then hands the flag to the Scoutmaster and then leaves. Troop Committee Chair The Scouting program is a part of the community service mission of name of chartered organization. It is highly appropriate that the symbol of the Troop, the Troop's flag, be returned to the representative head of name of chartered organization , because it is this organization that gives final approval to adults working with our youth.

The Scoutmaster then removes his or her badge of office and hands it to the Chartered Organizational Representative. The Chartered Organizational Representative or Head then invites the Scoutmaster candidate to place his or her left hand on the pole of the Troop's flag, above that of the Chartered Organizational Representative's hand.