My son is 11, so hes in the 11 year old patrol, which has different rules in lds scouting. Oct 27, 2010 11 year olds are not a troop of their own. Elevenyearold scouts preferably meet in the daytime, but if evening meetings are necessary, the boys should not be away from their homes late at night and must be carefully supervised until they return home see scouting handbook, 4. The 11yearold scout leader plans the overnight camps in consultation with the ward primary presidency, the bishopric adviser to the primary, and the ward scouting committee. I am an lds scout leader, so some of the things i bring up will be specific to an lds troop. This is so they can earn the rank of 1st class before they turn 12. There is an lds scout handbook that outlines how the lds scout program runs. We had many challenges such as two hour commutes into nyc, returning too late to have proper evening 11year old or older scout meetings. Scouting rules for webelos which seem to be similar to church rules for 11 year olds allo. Register with the bsa as the elevenyearold scout leader scouting handbook, 6. Eyo leader quickstart guide getting started eleven year. The only place you will find anything at all about the elevenyearold scout patrol is in the lds scouting handbook.
Scouting handbook for church units in the united states revised may 2012. The may 2012 version of the document, only available online pdf, offers updates on. Eleven year old scouts meet separately from the older scouts because they are not yet part of a quorum. Scout leaders are expected to know and follow the camp schedule, to be on time to all activities, and to help and encourage the scouts as needed. The activity days day camp for 11 year old girls activity days field trips that are out of town. In fact, the handbook mandates that a member of the primary presidency serves on the troop committee.
The 11yr old scouts do not attend summer scout camp. Leaders of elevenyearold scouts make sure you have a copy of the new boy scout handbook and begin using the requirements that go into effect on january 1, 2010. I was camp director of the lds scout camp held each summer at the ten mile river scout reservation in narrowsburg n. The purpose of the day camp is to give the elevenyearold boys the excitement and fun of putting into actual practice, in the outofdoors, the skills they have learned and are. We are thrilled that you have chosen lds elevenyearold scout camp as the summer camping experience for your 11yearold scouts and look forward to sharing time with you. We are thrilled that you have chosen lds eleven year old scout camp as the summer camping experience for your 11 year old scouts and look forward to sharing time with you. Duties and responsibilities unique to the elevenyearold scout leader october 23, 2015 11 year old, boy scouts one of my more enjoyable duties is to not only write this monthly blog on the elevenyearold eyo scouting program, but also to answer questions from time to time.
When i was an 11 year old scout leader, i had one of the older boys help out as a troop guide. The green book of salt lake contains just over six pages of instructions. When more than one scouting committee exists in the ward, members of the primary presidency should be assigned as follows. The scouting program for 11yearolds incorporates the standard aims of scoutingbuilding character, citizenship, and fitnesswith the primary purposes of helping boys. The adult application indicates that the leader of. He then must recite the first 4 points of the scout law. An 11yearold boy becomes a member of the ward scout troop but participates in a separate patrol for elevenyearold scouts. Women scout leaders do not participate in overnight camping with the boys. An 11 year old boy becomes a member of the ward scout troop but participates in a separate patrol for eleven year old scouts.
There should be two deep leadership and the scouts should start learning and reciting the scout oath and law each week and learn to live by them. We have an article about the 11 year old scout patrol you might be interested in. Lds cub scouting for the new cub scout leadercub scout parent this blog is an information blog to help new lds cub scout leaders with orientation in the program, discuss what their roles are in the different positions within the cub scouting program. Unless the patrol method is in operation, you dont really have a boy scout troop. The age11 boys are effectively in their own patrol, and according to the church policy have some restrictions relating to the types, frequency and duration of their activities. He has some great insights into the program, especially relating to the 11yearold patrol. See more ideas about boy scouts, year old and cub scouts. Lds cub scouting for the new cub scout leadercub scout.
I was released shortly after completing my wood badge course and writing my ticket to create a 12month plan to help my 11yearold scouts earn their scout, tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks. Feb 06, 2011 the purpose of this site is to share my thoughts and advice on being a scout leader for 11 year old scouts. Eyo leader quickstart guide getting started eleven year old. See more ideas about scout activities, boy scouts and cub scouts. May 02, 2014 my son is 11, so hes in the 11 year old patrol, which has different rules in lds scouting. Elevenyearold scouts meet separately from the older scouts because they are not yet part of a quorum. He then must recite the first 4 points of the scout law a scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly. Once your 11yearold turns 12 and receives the aaronic priesthood, his life in the church is changed forever. Cub or 11 year old scout activities more than 34 miles away from the normal meeting place, including all day camps. Register as the eleven year old scout leader and attend the boy scout troop committee meetings. All committee members, whether members of the church or not, should understand and be willing to maintain church standards. Most things will be general knowledge that would apply to anyone. Two teams these could be two patrols or one patrol divided in two.
Although they are part of the ward scout troop, they function in their own patrol and operate under the direction of the ward primary presidency. This book includes rules about funding and references additional lds handbooks on how fundraisers should be handled. Lds 11yearold scout camp 2017 boy scouts of america. For the rest of his time on earth, he will be asked to use his priesthood to serve. The program should be based around this and i highly recommend the scouts give service on a monthly basis. Duties and responsibilities unique to the elevenyearold scout leader october 23, 2015 11 year old, boy scouts one of my more enjoyable duties is to not only write this monthly blog on the elevenyearold eyo scouting. The purpose of the day camp is to give the elevenyearold boys the excitement and fun of putting into actual practice, in the outofdoors, the skills they have learned and are learning in their scout patrol. The lds scouting program and bsa program scouter forum. The bishopric adviser to the primary or another qualified male adult should be invited to supervise the overnight camping experience when the leader of the. The swimming and first aid skills required to attain the rank of first class during primary prepared this scout to do something extraordinary. Sep 09, 2012 when he gets doubles on the 6 sided dice he must recite the scout law up to the number rolled on the 12 sided dice. The eleven year old eyo patrol provides the foundation to boy scouts. I was a socalled 11yearold scout leader for several years.
Elevenyearold scouts and day amp in the lds publication titled day camp guide no. Lds leaders get a first look at what will replace scouting. Lds 11 yearold scout camp 2016 heart of america council. This important first year in a young mans boy scout life is critical to his following years in the scouting program and his young mens program. More differences between lds scouting for 11yr old scouts and lds 11yr old scouts only attend 3 overnight camps in a year. Register as the elevenyearold scout leader and attend the boy scout troop committee meetings. Lds 11yearold scout camp 2017 heart of america council. Our programs are built around the new advancement requirements of the current boy scout handbook and focus on learning and growth.
You may plan more campouts than that to accommodate situations, but use each campout to its fullest. Something to put on the floor to represent home plate and three bases could be as simple as pieces of paper labeled home, 1, 2, and 3 pencil and a piece of paper to keep score. A mormon divorce the ending of a boy scout era by the. The scouting program for 11 year olds incorporates the standard aims of scoutingbuilding character, citizenship, and fitnesswith the primary purposes of helping boys. Lord badenpowell getting started with the eleven year old scouts a letter guide to get you up and running your first 90 days and beyond the eleven year old eyo scout program provides a solid foundation for scouting. When he gets doubles on the 6 sided dice he must recite the scout law up to the number rolled on the 12 sided dice. Oct 23, 2010 more differences between lds scouting for 11yr old scouts and lds 11yr old scouts only attend 3 overnight camps in a year. Most things will be general knowledge that would apply to anyone leading scouts through their first year of scouting. The eleven year old eyo scout program provides a solid foundation for scouting and the deacons quorum, and is an important and vital key to having a successful. Jan 16, 2011 there is an lds scout handbook that outlines how the lds scout program runs.
Lds 11yearold scout camp 2017 mission statement the mission of 11 yearold scout camp 2017. It involved lds scout troops in the newburgh ny, and new jersy stakes. We are seeking help from the older scout troops to man skills stations on saturday morning in the grassy area from 8. No other scoutsponsored overnight camping should be planned for elevenyearold scouts see scouting handbook, 4. The 11year old scout camp offers several programs to meet the needs of all scouts regardless of their experience. This officially shows up in the bsa as an assistant scoutmaster. No other scout sponsored overnight camping should be planned for eleven year old scouts see scouting handbook, 4. Advancement plans for eleven year old scouts my scout stuff. The church of jesus christ of latterday saints has updated its scouting handbook. Leader of the patrol for elevenyearold scouts either the primary teacher of 11yearold boys or another capable adult may serve as the groups scout leader. Review the camp activities section below to know what to do on each campout. Sep 16, 20 i was released shortly after completing my wood badge course and writing my ticket to create a 12month plan to help my 11 year old scouts earn their scout, tenderfoot, second class, and first class ranks. Women can serve in lds troops as committee members, committee chairs, and 11yearold scout leaders. Lds boys become boy scouts when they turn 11 years old.
Nov 23, 2018 once your 11 year old turns 12 and receives the aaronic priesthood, his life in the church is changed forever. Right out of the gate, deacons are given a lot of duties and responsibilities to attend to. This is because they are not part of an aaronic priesthood quorum until they turn 12. If a ward or branch has only one or two 11 year old boys, the objective for them is the sameto prepare them to receive the aaronic priesthood and help them advance through the boy scout program. He needs to go on campouts with his father, except his father cant go this month. Oct 12, 2017 women can serve in lds troops as committee members, committee chairs, and 11yearold scout leaders.
If a ward or branch has only one or two 11year old boys, the objective for them is the sameto prepare them to receive the aaronic priesthood and help them advance through the boy scout program. To provide our future righteous husbands, fathers, and priesthood holders with valuable experiences, memories and skills they will use along the trail to eagle and onto missionary service. Elevenyearold scouts program church of jesus christ. No other scoutsponsored overnight camping should be planned for 11yearold scouts. Lds 11 year old scout camp 2016 mission statement the mission of 11 year old scout camp 2016. The purpose of this site is to share my thoughts and advice on being a scout leader for 11 year old scouts. Lets take a peek at the different camping experience at this eyo scout camp. I am sure his parents were grateful for the time the scout leaders had sacrificed to make this 11yearolds scouting experience successful. The boy rolls two 3s on the 6 sided dice and a 4 on the 12 sided dice. No other scout sponsored overnight camping should be planned for 11 year old scouts. To provide our future priesthood leaders with valuable experiences, memories and skills they will use along the trail to eagle and onto missionary service. News release from mormon newsroom the church of jesus christ of latterday saints on may 11, 2017, announced significant changes to the activity program for young men ages 1418. The primary presidency ensures that all boys ages 8 through 11 are registered in the scout program and that all scout leaders are registered and receive proper training. Latterday saint leaders got a sneak peek this week at the faiths sweeping new global program that will replace its boy scout and young women curriculum by years end.