Problem solved. Former ScoutMaster is now back in charge. Thankfully, he was in a better situation to step back in & resume the duties. The replacement ScoutMaster was already withdrawing from the troop's activities as he felt most of the parents didn't like him. He was right, but only by his own doings. Personally, I appreciate the fact that he was giving his time to the troop, but he isn't doing anyone (including himself) any favors by assuming a ScoutMaster role. Thanks for all your replies to my son's original post.