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Troops 172B and 172G share adult committee leadership, but have separate dedicated Scoutmasters.
All Adult Leaders , and/or Parents who support our youth at meetings, events , driving or have any direct contact with Scouts) have received current BSA Youth Protection Training, have supplied State of PA required background clearances and are registered with Washington Crossing Council.
Committee
Vidhya Jayakrishnan - Committee Chair
Porch Jeyaraman - Advancement
Bruce Crawford - Charter Organization Rep
Heather Mahon - Past Chair
Ben Smith - Treasurer
Lauren Stites - Asst. Treasurer
Nicole Coates - Fundraising
Lindsey Sutton - Asst. Fundraising
Jill Wahl - Cub Scout Outreach
Mike Wood - Medical Forms
Carol Bannon - Asst. Medical Forms*
Vin Mehta - Committee Member
Scoutmaster Corp
Bob Smith - T-172B Scoutmaster, Crew 172 Advisor
Rob Spruhde - T-172G Scoutmaster
Bryan George - T-172B ASM
Vinobha Karthik Panner Selvam - T-172B ASM
Julie Kline - T-172G ASM
Sethu Manickavel - T-172B ASM, Outdoor Ethics Advisor
Jeff Menaker - T-172B ASM, Paddling and Range Activities
Al Singleton - T-172B ASM
Ashley Smith - T-172G ASM, Adult Quartermaster
Aaron Sutton - T-172B ASM
Doug Traher - T-172B ASM
Kurt Wahl - T-172B ASM Sr.
We are always looking for parents to join us in supporting our youth. If you willing to step up to help support the best possible program for our scouts, please reach out to the Committee Chair or a Scoutmaster. Only registered adult leaders may camp overnight with the Troop or Crew. Adult registration is NOT required to help with day time activities such as fundraisers, parties, courts of honor etc. While serving as a “Scouter” certainly involves some time and effort (“only 1 hour a week”), we hope that you find this time helping others fulfilling.
Two pathways for volunteering as a "Scouter":
1) Committee = Parent Facing
The Committee is the administrative or parent facing side of the Troop.
2) Scoutmaster/Advisor Corps = Scout Facing
The Scoutmaster corps is the youth facing side of the Troop/Crew and in charge of the program
In both cases you will be listed as “Unit Scouter Reserve” until your basic position training is completed. This also gives you time to explore both scout and parent facing sides of the Troop/Crew to determine the best fit. Unit Scouter Reserve ASMs can attend overnight trips but are NOT able to participate in Scoutmaster conferences.
For both paths, the following is required:
1) BSA Adult Application (To be submitted AFTER items 2 through 5 are complete)
Committee - please submit one application B or G (this will put you on both lists)
Scoutmaster Corps - please submit both B and G so you are dual registered
For Crew 172 Please apply ONLY if you intend on attending Crew overnight activities (Both Committee and Advisor roles)
2) You'll need to complete BSA SYT and Hazardous Weather Training online courses in my.scouting.org, we need the certificates (SYT has an annual renewal, Haz weather is a 2yr renewal)
3-5) There are 3 required PA volunteer background checks for working with youth, details here: https://www.washingtoncrossingbsa.org/pa-act-15 (These are good for 5 years).
6) Position specific training should be completed online through my.scouting.org. Once completed, please email the Committee Chair and Scoutmaster so we can officially make you and ASM or full Committee Member
7) SM/ASM positions require completion of IOLS (Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills) which is a weekend course scheduled multiple times a year.
Scouter Training
Ever wonder how the other scouters know so much? There are many readily available training options, take advantage of them!
1) Online Position Specific Training - my.scouting.org (This can also be completed in person at some council events)
2) Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills for SM/ASM - Weekend course but can also be taken over a summer camp week.
3) Woodbadge - Next level leadership training for Committee and SM/ASM
4) Monthly district Roundtables - relevant Monthly training topic and District event updates - 2nd Thursday of the month
5) Annual University of Scouting - a full day of training topics set up like a university. Typically 6 sessions with ~10 class options per session.
6) Range and Target Activity - Rifle Instructor, Shotgun Instructor, Pistol Instructor, Range Safety Officer, etc
7) Summer Camp - Aquatics supervision, Paddle Craft Safety, etc.
Scouter Awards:
Just like with our youth, hard work deserves recognition. There are several awards that can be earned during your time as a Scouter. While our focus is on helping our youth provide the best program possible, the requirements for awards like the Scouter's training award provide a framework for it.
Details on Adult Scouter awards can be found HERE
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