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Unfortunately, "wishes" and "intentions" mean nothing legally. There should have been deed restrictions.

The version I just read (undated) requires roped off areas according to ability groups (nonswimmer, beginner, and swimmer), and nothing over 12 feet deep is permitted, which is how I remember it as a former BSA Lifeguard Counselor. So this appears to be a modification to allow depths greater than 12 feet as long as PFD are worn. This would apply at the beach, as well, for a Unit activity.

So it seems Moderators can say what they want? Quis custodiet, ipso custodes?

524-95625-Annual-Charter-Agreement.pdf Section II.A.

Intent matters. Burning a worn out or soiled flag in a respectful flag retirement ceremony is very different from ripping a flag from a flagpole (that you don't own) and burning it in the street while chanting "Death to America". While reprehensible, burning a flag in protest has been ruled "free speech". Theft of a flag, arson, littering, and obstructing a public street or sidewalk without permits is still a crime. IMHO, the DC circuit court is wrong and should be overturned. If "hate" is a crime, then most of what goes on in today's politics is a crime. The days of respectful disagreement and discourse is over. This is a generation of violence if they don't get what they want.

I also see liability issues regarding adult leadership. A charter organization selects and approves the adult leaders that are allowed to participate with the youth in their unit, with concurrence from Council. The easiest thing to do is have the youth (and adults, if you need them) transfer their membership to your unit. This does not transfer funds or equipment, however.

If that SM were really "old school", he would have followed his training and the troop would have elected the SPL. There is only ONE SPL per unit. So, if there are troops operating as co-ed, gender shouldn't matter.

When did BSA policy change to include "Co-ed units"? Just trying to keep up here.

If his Board of Review has been completed and approved by National, he IS an Eagle Scout. Whether he can remain a member of your Troop is another question. Sorry this has happened.

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Sign up for all the training you can get for the SM position. It should answer lots of questions for you. Good Luck!

I may be old school, but are your Commissioner staff and District Executive aware and engaged? It is their job to help out with things like this. Your DE should have a handle on the "TAY" (Total Available Youth) for your area and coming up with suggestions to engage them. Your Unit Commissioner and District Commissioner should be engaged to help you troubleshoot your program and have suggestions. It is literally one of your DE's performance metrics (e.g. $$$) to keep units healthy and not losing membership.

Just because it has a logo on it, doesn't mean it's part of the official uniform. SA now is marketing to the segment of the membership that is more attuned to "fashion" as well as functionality. It's all about the Benjamins.

Your Council has firm policies on fundraising and donations. Consult your Scout Executive. What's being proposed is NOT acceptable, unless your unit is registered with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

I would be asking questions of the youth leaders, such as, "how does this activity further the ideals of the Order?" How are we providing "cheerful service" to the Lodge, District, Council and our Units? What are we doing to promote camping? WWW

My Eagle certificate is signed by Richard Nixon. I am just as proud of that as anyone. Let's leave politics out of this discussion. The POTUS is the POTUS.

CONGRATULATIONS! To my new Brother Eagle and to all to stood behind him and didn't give up on him! Way to GO!

I don't see where the boat operator must be a "trained lifeguard"....

One of my Scouter buddies who retired from BSA around the same time I did, was just voted "Potentate" of the local Shriners. Perhaps BSA should consider an "Adult Division" where those over 18 can continue in the program, but separate from Cubs or Scouts. Work on skills and activities with adult peers, not with the youth.

I am in favor of keeping the age limit. 18 is the legal demarcation between "minor" and "adult". Over the years, I have seen "adulthood" being pushed out older and older. At 26, you can still be on your parents' health insurance, even if they are married with their own families. Why, I have no idea. I have relatives who are 30 and still being supported by their parents. I say, "hold the line". We are in the business of helping young people grow up and be self-sufficient. Part of that is getting your act together to meet deadlines...or deal with the consequences.

I would be qualified and interested, too, if 20 years younger! BS in Environmental Health, Masters in OSH, Certified Industrial Hygienist, 40 years experience and Eagle Scout!...Been retired 8 years now and not looking back! I too appreciate you monitoring the forums and chiming in from time to time. Best of luck in the next phase of your life and may God Bless! Hope you continue to be a member here and give us the benefit of your wisdom!

We thought it could handle pedophiles, too. Yet, here we are.

I heard about a kid named Spielberg who might have experience.

What is the Lenape word for "blah, blah, blah"?

When I came up through the ARC system, I passed Sr Lifesaving and WSI. The instructor/victims were very active and almost twice my size. When I took BSA Lifeguard and became a BSA Lifeguard Counselor, I taught it the same way. When I signed their card, there was NO doubt that they were competent. Sadly, after that, the whole program got watered down as many other requirements in the BSA did.