The Latin Scot 911 Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 Hey everybody, a question I would love some help answering: are all chapter advisers considered "associate chapter advisers," or is that a separate, specific position? For instance, is the adviser to the chapter vice-chief considered an "associate chapter adviser?" Any clarification would be much appreciated. Thanks all! Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle94-A1 1775 Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 Associate Adviser is a separate position. The AA's job is to assist the Chapter Adviser with with the various duties. It varies from chapter to chapter and lodge to lodge. I was an AA once when I was helping to restart an OA chapter. I worked with the CA and the youth to get things up and running. When the CA was notable to do something, I was there. Link to post Share on other sites
Oldscout448 571 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 My chapter ( about 250 strong) has had two AAs as far back as I remember. One helps out with ceremonies, the other elections. I don't know if it's an "real" postion or not, there are no position patches, or any official recognition. Link to post Share on other sites
MikeS72 244 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 7 minutes ago, Oldscout448 said: I don't know if it's an "real" postion or not, there are no position patches, or any official recognition. It is indeed a "real" position. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
HashTagScouts 282 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 It is a real position, and the photo is of the official BSA patch. You would need to go through your lodge to get it though, it is restricted and cannot be purchased through a scout shop. Link to post Share on other sites
Oldscout448 571 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 Well that's a new one! All these years and I didn't get a patch. I think I'll go to my tepee and sulk for a minute or even two. Link to post Share on other sites
hikeoholic 25 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 The Latin Scout, according to the Lodge planbook "Each Chapter Adviser shall appoint a minimum of three (3) Chapter Associate Advisers in consultation with the District Executive and the District Camping Committee." and these patches can be purchased through our Scout Shop, they will just ask you for what Chapter. Link to post Share on other sites
HelpfulTracks 357 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 19 hours ago, The Latin Scot said: Hey everybody, a question I would love some help answering: are all chapter advisers considered "associate chapter advisers," or is that a separate, specific position? For instance, is the adviser to the chapter vice-chief considered an "associate chapter adviser?" Any clarification would be much appreciated. Thanks all! No, CA and ACA are specific positions, as are Lodge Adviser and Associate Lodge Adviser. A Lodge/Chapter has numerous other Advisers, as an example for AIA, ceremonies, induction, for specific officer positions, etc., but those are not specified positions with a position patch. The Associate Advisers are generally more experienced Advisers that could step in for the Adviser in his/her absence. Link to post Share on other sites
The Latin Scot 911 Posted February 6, 2019 Author Share Posted February 6, 2019 Thanks everybody for the clarification! I think I understand it all now. You've all been super helpful, as always! Link to post Share on other sites
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