SCOUT RANKS
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Boy Scout Troop
Patrol Leader’s Council
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The senior patrol leader (SPL) is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the troop. He runs all troop meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning conference, and the patrol leaders’ council meeting. He appoints other troop youth leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster. |
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The assistant senior patrol leader (ASPL) is the second highest-ranking youth leader in the troop. He is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the approval of the Scoutmaster. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop. |
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The patrol leader is the elected leader of his patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader. |
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The patrol leader is the elected leader of his Venture patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader. He is led by the Assistant Scoutmaster – Venture under the direction of the Scoutmaster. Serving as Venture Patrol Leader can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Star and Life but not Eagle. |
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The troop guide works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and earn their First Class in their first year. He teaches basic Scout skills and works with the patrol leader at patrol leaders’ council meetings. Serving as Guide can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Eagle in a Boy Scout Troop or a Varsity Scout Team, but in a Venturing Crew or Sea Scout Ship it only counts for Star and Life.Effective January 1, 2016, if using the new requirements for a rank, this is a valid position of responsibility for Eagle in Boy Scouts and Venturing. The position doesn’t exist within a Varsity team. |
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Assistant Patrol Leader | The assistant patrol leader is appointed by the patrol leader and leads the patrol in his absence. He represents his patrol at patrol leaders’ council meetings when the patrol leader cannot attend. The assistant patrol leader position does not count towards leadership requirements for Star, Life, or Eagle. |
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The quartermaster keeps track of troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on patrol and troop equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the SPL) Serving as Quartermaster can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Eagle in a Boy Scout Troop or a Varsity Scout Team, but in a Venturing Crew or Sea Scout Ship it only counts for Star and Life.Effective January 1, 2016, if using the new requirements for a rank, this is a valid position of responsibility for Eagle in all areas. |
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The scribe keeps the troop records. He records the activities of the patrol leaders’ council and keeps a record of dues, advancement, and Scout attendance at troop meetings. (Appointed by the SPL) |
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The historian preserves troop photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia. (Appointed by the SPL) Serving as Historian can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Eagle in a Boy Scout Troop, but in a Varsity Scout Team or a Venturing Crew or Sea Scout Ship it only counts for Star and Life.Effective January 1, 2016, if using the new requirements for a rank, this is a valid position of responsibility for Eagle in all areas. |
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The librarian oversees the care and use of troop books, pamphlets, magazines, audiovisuals, and merit badge counselor lists. (Appointed by the SPL) |
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The instructor teaches Scouting skills. |
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The chaplain aide works with the troop chaplain to meet the religious needs of Scouts in the troop. He also works to promote the religious emblems program. (Appointed by the SPL) |
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The den chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and den leaders in the Cub Scout pack. Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks and encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation. Serving as Den Chief can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Eagle in a Boy Scout Troop or a Varsity Scout Team, but in a Venturing Crew or Sea Scout Ship it only counts for Star and Life.Effective January 1, 2016, if using the new requirements for a rank, this is a valid position of responsibility for Eagle for all areas. |
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The junior assistant Scoutmaster (JASM) serves in the capacity of an Assistant Scoutmaster except where legal age and maturity are required. He must be at least 16 years old and not yet 18. He is appointed by the Scoutmaster because of his leadership ability. |
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The Order of the Arrow Representative is a youth liaison serving between the local Order of the Arrow (OA) lodge or chapter and his troop. In his unit, he helps meet the needs of the unit and will serve as a communication and programmatic link to and from Arrowmen, adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. (Appointed by the SPL) |
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The Bugler should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at troop activities. (Appointed by the SPL) Serving as Bugler can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Star and Life but not Eagle. |
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Musician | Boy Scouts or Venturers who are members of bands, drill teams, or drum and bugle corps affiliated with a unit or a local council may also wear the musician badge special insignia. |
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EAGLE
Eagle Scout
Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouting program of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). The designation “Eagle Scout” was founded over one hundred years ago. Only four percent of Boy Scouts are granted this rank after a lengthy review process. The requirements necessary to achieve this rank take years to fulfill. Since its founding, the Eagle Scout rank has been earned by more than two million young men.
Merits To Eagle
LIFE-TO-EAGLE
EAGLES NEST
KNOWLEDGE
Troop 82 Knowledge Base
Each Post you see below is a link with a brief summary, click on the links to access each Knowledge item
FSR – Forestburg Summer Camp
Forestburg Scout Reservation Summerburg Link:Website Whitewater Challengers P.O. Box 8, White Haven, PA 18661 CONTACT: Phone: Marjorie Ramirez at Monmouth Council Marjorie Ramirez Program & Camping Specialist 732-536-2347 x10 Registration Process: All Registrations for FSR Summer camp are done through the Council Tentaroo Ordering system. The link to the Tentaroo System is: https://monmouth.tentaroo.com/ This is […]
Whitewater Rafting
Whitewater Rafting Trip Information Link:Website Whitewater Challengers P.O. Box 8, White Haven, PA 18661 CONTACT: Phone: Barbara AckerEmail Address 570-443-9532 Payment & Cancellation Policy: Accounts are to be paid in full 15 days before your trip. Reservations made less than 15 days in advance require full payment to be guaranteed. A full refund of your payment […]
Shawnee Mountain Ski Trip
Shawnee Ski Trip Information !!!What Do You Do!!! Link:Group Sales Website Friday January 25th-Saturday January 26th CONTACT: Phone: Fax: Donette Behrens Email Address 570-421-7231 ext: 224 570-421-1413 Step 1 (Prior Year) Before leaving Shawnee, leave a $500 deposit for the same weekend the following year. Make sure groupsales sends you an email copy of […]
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History
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Troop 82 Has been in existance for over 80 years, which spans more than three quarters of the history of Boy Scouts of America!
Our troop acheologists are working as we speak to unravel the details of our troops past which will be presented and archived and preserved in this section of the website for current and future generations to enjoy!
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Welcome to our troops new web presence.
We will be using this site to keep our members up to
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ARCHIVED
Expired: PERSONAL MANAGEMENT
Personal Management (Eagle Required) Mr. Lorch will be at our May 4th meeting at 7:30PM sharp! He will follow up with scouts who have not yet completed the Badge, or would like to start a class.
Expired: Fire House Presentation
April 6 – Jr. Fire Fighters presentation
Expired: Round Valley Hike In Camp!
Round Valley Resevouir Hike In Camp We will hike from the parking area approximately 3 miles to our campsite on the other side of the lake. You will need to bring a bag lunch and snacks. As well as your own trail meals (Military MRE’s, Freeze Dried camping meals, etc) We will be cooking on […]
Expired: Washington DC Trip
BSATroop82 gets Political!! When: March 20-23 2015
Eagles Nest

Troop 82 Eagle Scout List
There are currently 100 scouts from troop 82 that have achieved the rank of Eagle.
Eagle Oath
“I reaffirm my allegiance
to the three promises of the Scout Oath
I thoughtfully recognize and take upon myself
the obligations and responsibilities of the rank of Eagle Scout
On my honor I will do my best
to make my training an example
my rank and influence count strongly
for better Scouting and for better citizenship
in my troop and in my community
and in my contacts with other people
To this I pledge my sacred honor.”
Life to Eagle
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LIFE TO EAGLE Google Document
Links to Documents
2013 Eagle Help and Request for Recommendations
Eagle Project Stages – Dec 11, 2014
Eagle Project Workbook 512-927_fillable – Oct 2015 – downloaded March 23, 2017
Eagle Service Projects – Information For Beneficiaries 510-025
Eagle-Scout-Service-Project-Fundraiser-Application-Oct-2013
Final Project Report Write-up Guidelines – Nov 2010
KEY ELEMENTS OF THE EAGLE SERVICE PROJECT
Workbook – Troop 82 Contact Info – July 1, 2016
Helpful Resources
Subject: New Eagle Project Workbook is required for all new projects starting January 1, 2012. Update to when the new workbook is effective. Attention Scouts, Leaders, and Parents or Guardians Eagle Scout rank requirement 5 has been reworded. To support that change, a new Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook has been created. Through Dec. 31, […]












































