Over 50 years of serving the youth of America overseas
Transatlantic Council: Boy Scouts of America
Preparing young people to make ethical and moral decisions over their lifetimes by instilling within them the values of the Scout Oath and the Scout Law
Your First Step: Self-study Training Grab a cup of coffee, make yourself comfortable,
and click on the links below to start your BSA training.
1. Official scout training is available at www.myscouting.org
2. Guide to Safe Scouting
Want to do things "by the book"? This is "the book". Read it, memorize it, sleep with a copy of it under your pillow.
http://www.scouting.org/pubs/gss/ or order a printed copy (BSA Supply #34416F) from the TAC scout shop.
3. "Risk Zone" Training for Drivers
Every volunteer who drives scouts to events should review this presentation to better understand and recognise the risks of driver fatigue, and how to prevent it.
4. Scouting with Disabilities
Suggestions and guidelines for dealing with hyperactive and/or disabled scouts, including how requirements can be modified according to the needs of the individual scout.
TAC Scouting with Disabilities page
5. Understanding TroopMaster / PackMaster Software
Scoutmasters, Cub Masters, and committee members: if your unit is using TroopMaster/ PackMaster Software, or considering using it, read through these excellent powerpoint presentations explaining how to use all the features of the software.