Uniforms. What you need, where to get it, and why are uniforms are an important part of scouting.
Gear Guide. When it comes to scout gear, the possibilities are endless. Learn what is important to get right away, what can wait, when to buy new, and what to find used.
Acronyms. Be part of the conversation.
10 Essentials. The core essentials every scout needs at every outing.
Troop 498 Code of Conduct. Our behavior expectations. When all members know the expectations, we are empowered to share a consistent message and support one another to do the right thing in a positive way.
Elections/Leadership. Youth leadership roles and our election process and cycle.
TTFC Resources. Materials to assist Scouts on the Trail to First Class.
Life to Eagle Resources. Materials to assist Scouts on the Life to Eagle Path.
Merit Badges. Process for working on merit badges and finding Merit Badge Counselors.
SM Conference/BOR Request. How to request a Scoutmaster conferences and Board of Review for rank advancement.
Youth Leadership Training. Learn about the variety of leadership training available to youth at the unit, district, council, and national levels.
Grub Planning Guide. Worksheet to plan patrol meals for our campouts. Patrols will complete this planning sheet and review plan with a Scoutmaster at the meeting prior to the event.
Freezer Bag Cooking. Favorite troop recipes for backpacking. Lightweight, filling, and easy to cook on a backpacking outing.
Winter Equipment List. Would you like to snow camp or planning ahead for our cold and wet weather and not sure what you need? Check out this essential checklist and guide compiled by Scoutmaster Bassett.
Thrifty Lightweight and Safe Backpacking Guide. Backpacking, known as overnight hiking, is best enjoyed with a light backpack and proper gear. This guide will help you achieve.
Hypothermia Info. Be Prepared by knowing how to prevent, recognize, and treat hypothermia.
50-Mile Sample Pack List. Get ready for the 5 day, 50 mile hike with this Pack List Guide from Scoutmaster Holmes.
Volunteer Roles. Scouts BSA is a volunteer organization, and the quality of your child’s experience in Troop 498 depends on parents like you, pitching in to make a difference. If we all do our part, the load is more evenly distributed, and our scouts benefit from the variety and abundance of the adult involvement and experience.
Health Form - Troop Outings. Part A and Part B of the Annual Health and Medical Form are required to participate in Troop meetings and outings. This includes anyone attending an outing including parents, siblings, and scouts, and visitors.
Health Form - Summer Camp. Part A, B, and C of the Annual Health and Medical Form are required for all registered summer camp participants (youth and adults). Part C requires a medical physical by a doctor or nurse with their signature. Please plan ahead and make sure you have this completed well before summer camp.
Parent Meetings. Held once a month during troop meetings to give families important information about the troop and upcoming events.
| January | Klondike & Snow Camping Q&A |
|---|---|
| February | Update Part A and Part B forms |
| March | Gear for New Scouts Presentation |
| April | Scoutbook Demo, Advancement, Payment Log, Profile Update, Calendar Subscribe, Youth Accounts, RSVPs, Summer Camp Q&A |
| May | Merit Badges, Volunteer Opportunities, Elections |
| June | No Parent Meeting |
| July | No Parent Meeting |
| August | Fundraiser Planning, 501c3, Trees, Pies |
| September | Recharter & Registration |
| October | Plan & Play Q&A |
| November | Winter Gear Presentation |
| December | Calendar Schedule for following year |
Leader Registration. Ready to be a positive force in the troop? This is where to start.
Youth Protection Training (YPT). Online training required for all adult volunteers. Renewed every 2 years. The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. To maintain such an environment, the BSA developed training and policies all adult leaders are required to complete.
Leader Specific Training. Position specific training is available from my.scouting.org and is a great way to get up to speed on the roles and responsibilities of leaders. They are short and easy to watch. We encourage everyone to check out one.
Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS). Two-day outdoor leadership skills course, required for all Scout Masters and Assistant Scout Masters (available to everyone). Specifically, this hands-on program gives adult leaders a practical introduction to the patrol method of a Scout-led troop by teaching many of the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. In addition, the teaching methods, activities, and games model the variety of teaching used in effective and engaging Scouting programs.
Program and Training Conference (PTC). Every October Chief Seattle Council offers a training conference for both youth and adult leaders. The all-day conference features many outstanding opportunities for both position specific and supplemental training for youth and adult volunteers.
Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat. Safety Afloat training is designed for all authorized boating activities. Adult leaders supervising those activities must complete Safety Afloat training every two years.
Wood Badge. The Purpose of Wood Badge is to strengthen units. Wood Badge is an advanced, intense, experiential course on small-group leadership. There are presentations and activities. There are games, but there is no dead time – the games are all with a purpose. The course, and working your ticket afterwards, will help you make your Scouting unit stronger, and will also help you in your work, church, family, and everywhere else.
Philmont Training Center. Philmont’s core and renowned backpacking treks provide an unforgettable adventure in backpacking across miles of rugged, rocky trails.
Merit Badge Counselor Information. Everything you need to know about being a merit badge counselor. The BSA’s merit badge program is designed to teach Scouts about a wide variety of topics, with the hopes they’ll discover new interests, new hobbies, or maybe even a future career. The merit badge program only works with volunteers like you.
Merit Badge Counselor Guide. Forms and contacts needed to register as a merit badge counselor.
Merit Badge Counselor Registration. Once you become a merit badge counselor, this guide will help you navigate Scoutbook to record the completed by the scouts you are working with.