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Scouting Handbookfor Church Units in the United States Revised May 2015 2012 Utah © 2012. All rights reserved. Inc. Published by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Salt Lake City. English approval: 3/15 35814 . 2015 by Intellectual Reserve. █ Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills for The BSA council Scout executive or his designee Boy Scout.3 The Partnership Relationship be planned to fulfill gospel-centered purposes. Differences between Church pol- icy and BSA policy are noted in this handbook as Training courses that require overnight activi­ needed. tions as part of the Church’s activity program for boys and young men. a stake president is designated as chairman. teaches how Scouting can be used to reinforce and Aaronic Priesthood quorums. Stake and ward budget allowance funds Scouts of America (BSA) and are not included in may be used for adult Scouting training. The BSA also offers a variety of optional training ter Scouting programs in the ward. and Venturing leaders. If Troop Committee Challenge for troop commit. Under priesthood leader. and physical In cooperation with the BSA. Boy Scouting. Scouting func. Leaders should do everything possible in Scouting principles. to between the Church and the BSA local council. Scouting can help young men and boys en. Scouting activities should 2. and Venturing leaders serves as an adviser to this committee. Primary classes. 2. An as- █ Leader position-specific training for Cub Scout. policies. he tee members. and cooperation between understand and live the gospel.4 LDS-BSA Relationships Committee boys involved in Scouting activities. and procedures as within Church policies to create good will. understand priest. be completed before service with youth begins This committee includes a member of each stake and repeated every two years). Varsity. It emphasizes the Scouting under Church sponsorship should be.1 Purpose of Scouting in the Aaronic other. such as Wood Badge and the Trainer’s each Scouting program are available from the Boy EDGE. hood governance. mu- used by the Church. Varsity adult men and women unless both genders have Scouting. appropriate sleeping and personal care arrange- ments that are not in immediate proximity to each 1. Details about courses. An LDS-BSA relationships committee should adult leaders are considered trained when they be organized in each BSA local council to help complete the following training: maintain and strengthen working relationships █ Youth Protection Training (available online. Where possible. Varsity.2 Priesthood Leadership Conference hance close relationships with their families and on Scouting the Church while developing strong and desir- able traits of character. and understand the Scouting program are better able to serve young men and 2. Primary. and national Scouting committees and 2. the term Scout. Trained Scout leaders who tual understanding. Accordingly. be familiar with this information as they adminis. or ignates a stake president to be the chairman. priesthood purposes and gospel principles. the BSA provides monthly roundtables to Young Men. (offered by BSA local districts and councils). Bishoprics and dition. presidency within the BSA local council. holds an optional Priesthood Leadership Confer- ship. Unless otherwise noted. signed Area Seventy chairs the committee or des- Boy Scout. for stake presidency members. and Scouting leaders should help leaders learn Scouting methods and skills. provides the Area Seventy with regular reports at coordinating council meetings or at other times. this handbook. leaders should attend train- Priesthood and Primary ing offered on days other than Sunday. Primary. council. Scouting should complement the efforts of ence on Scouting at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Aaronic Priesthood quorums and Primary classes Cimarron. 2.0 Introduction Stake Young Men and Primary presidencies also This handbook outlines guidelines and policies provide ongoing training and support for ward relating to Scouting programs in The Church of Young Men. priesthood basis for Scouting in Church units and come an extension of the home.1 Ongoing Training 1. In ad- Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 1 . and Venturing. citizenship. the two partners. Priesthood leaders and other Church mem- bers may participate as volunteers in district. the Church and mental fitness. ties should not be attended by mixed groups of ing includes Cub Scouting. and Scouting leaders. This weeklong course is in building testimonies in young men and boys.0 Training and Development activities to solidify relationships between Scout- Young Men and Primary leaders who are called ing and the Church and to improve the Scouting to Scouting responsibilities should receive training program. New Mexico. dency serve as unit commissioners. They orient newly called ership meetings.5. ual Scouting units (troops. The stake Primary presidency may register and that all Scouting units are chartered. be careful not to overburden members who have other obligations. Varsity team. or the stake develop a positive working relationship with the presidency may designate other members of the BSA local council and district executive. They help plan day The stake presidency sees that Scouting is orga. serving as liaisons to the individ. They register with the BSA as unit commissioners. Inform Scouting units of training opportu- council activities. They orient newly called ward Young Men will not overburden these members. Establish a close relationship with adult Scout Men presidency as unit commissioners (see 3. Scout troop. Register with BSA and receive required training. charter renewal deadlines. 2 . stake lead- Primary organization. safety issues. Learn about Scout policies. participate in 3. leaders in wards.2). Members of the stake Young Men presi­ Under the direction of the stake presidency.5). or any other time. This the individual Scouting programs in each ward can be done at roundtable meetings. They receive appropriate BSA training. See Handbook 2. the stake presidency should a member-at-large for the BSA local council. Provide meaningful communication between Under the direction of the stake presidency. policies. camps when needed. that young men. close relationships with them. teams. in district committee meetings and roundtables. and stake.4 Stake Primary Presidency 6. nities. 1. Each Cub pack. 15. 4. and report the condition of Scouting in the propriate Scout leader training and participates stake to the assistant district commissioner. members of the stake to serve with the stake Young 3. presidency may also designate members of the ing and coordinates support for the individual stake Primary presidency or other stake members Aaronic Priesthood Scouting programs in each as unit commissioners. the Scouting units and the stake and between stake Primary presidency coordinates support for Scouting units and the BSA local district. create and instruction for all Scout units in the stake.3 Stake Young Men Presidency Venturing crew should be served by a unit com- missioner. ongoing support. and work closely with the district commissioner and Unit commissioners serve as resources to help unit commissioners in their stake. the BSA as assistant district commissioners. as long as this assignment ward.0 Stake Leaders’ Responsibilities instruction and encouragement. and 3. boys. ward Primary presidencies and provide ongoing 3. A member stake to serve as unit commissioners under the of the stake presidency serves as a member of the direction of the stake Primary presidency. and inform them of BSA district and 5. Unit commissioners function as 3. additional information. The stake the stake Young Men presidency conducts train. 3. procedures. The stake presidency may designate other evaluation programs. Priesthood and Primary to meet as an Aaronic The high councilor assigned to the Primary in- Priesthood committee to discuss Scouting-related forms the stake Primary presidency of training matters (see Handbook 2: Administering the Church opportunities and helps them provide support [2010]. These high councilors register with and assistance to ward Primary leaders.2 Stake High Councilors liaisons to the Cub Scout program and the Scout- The stake presidency may assign high council. interact with them regularly. and activities in the stake and in the BSA local district and council. In mak- LDS-BSA relationships committee and registers as ing this assignment.5). help them with re- chartering.1 Stake Presidency God program work together. Unit commis- presidencies and provide ongoing instruction and sioners have the following responsibilities: encouragement. training opportunities. The stake Young Men presidency receives ap. ing program for 11-year-old boys in each ward ors who have assignments relating to the Aaronic (see 3. They also with the BSA as unit commissioners. 11. They help ward for Scouting Primary presidencies understand Church Scout- ing policies and how Scouting and the Faith in 3.3 for nized and functioning in each ward in the stake. and leaders are registered.3.5 Unit Commissioners the monthly district commissioner meetings. They also meet regularly with unit leaders. Scouting units succeed throughout the stake. crews) in the 2. Provide initial orientation. health and and health and safety issues. This leader serve as committee members.13. He 1. Support and assist Scouting activities by pro- 2. mittees to ensure that Scouting functions properly as a supporting activity for Aaronic Priesthood Each Scouting unit should be led by a young young men and for boys ages 8 through 11.0 Ward Leaders’ Responsibilities members of the Church. Charter all Scouting units in the ward annually. Young men ages 16 and 17 and their leaders 3.2 Bishop’s Counselors in the ward. The man who is nominated by the bishopric and sus- bishopric calls several capable adults (including tained by the quorum members. This counselor registers as the chartered organization representative (COR). When more than one Scouting committee exists 4. (Ward Young Men Presidency) 4. is usually the quorum president or an assistant tee members is called to serve as the chairperson. Encourage all adults involved in Scouting to the Scouting unit and must be registered with become properly trained soon after their call. this constitutes an election. Sunday quorum meetings The bishopric organizes ward Scouting com. Scouting is part of the responsibilities of dea- 9. Scouting units.1 Aaronic Priesthood Quorum Advisers tee chairperson. members of the Primary presi­dency should be assigned as follows: (1) the member The bishop’s counselors help the bishop by responsible for the 11-year-old boys serves on the overseeing the Scouting programs for boys ages Boy Scout troop committee. or the commit. in the ward.5. the COR. 4. in the priests quorum. and (2) the member 8 through 11 and Aaronic Priesthood quorums. 5. should not become Scout planning sessions. ward’s representative to the local Scouting dis. Help provide recognition for boys. but another worthy young 3 .4 and 11. ers serve as the adult leaders of the Scouting units 5. Help organize a functioning Scouting committee. Both the adviser and the assistant adviser(s) attend meetings of the quorum and 6. Planning for Scouting activities should be done 4. cons and teachers quorum presidencies and the and their leaders. Venturing crew or if rank advancements are being pursued. Where leadership or the number erly organized and functioning as outlined in this of young men or boys is limited. Conduct the annual Friends of Scouting cam. ages 12 through 15. assistants to the bishop in the priests quorum. Attend the district committee meetings and the Generally.3 Scouting Committees in presidency meetings and in the Scouting unit leadership meetings. could represent all young men of Aaronic Priest- He is registered with the BSA and serves as the hood age and another committee could represent executive officer for Scouting units chartered by Cub Scouting. Register boys ages 8 through 11. young men viding needed services. 1. and submitted. 5. See that tour and activity plans are completed. signed by the bishop. Attend Scout leader training. One of the commit. Each committee should include a member of the bishopric. may serve on these com- for Scouting mittees. the ward. the BSA. For Scouting fathers and mothers of boys and young men) to purposes. 8. including those who are not 4. and their adult leaders. 7. one committee publication and in Handbook 2. 2.0 Scouting in the Aaronic Priesthood 3.2 Youth Leadership ­­­­paign.1 Bishop A Scouting committee can be as large as needed The bishop provides general direction for to carry out its responsibilities to the individual Scout­ing in the ward and ensures that it is prop. Meet as needed to discuss Scouting in the ward works with other leaders to: and receive assignments from the committee chairperson. 8. 5. Scouting committees: trict and council. Aaronic Priesthood quorum advis- annual council business meeting. Qualified adults. See that the Scouting units operate in accordance should be registered if the ward sponsors a with Church and BSA policies and standards. young men. responsible for boys ages 8 to 10 serves on the Cub The bishop assigns a counselor to serve as the Scout pack committee.3. If the leader of the age boys are preferably held weekly in the day. Fathers are encouraged to participate in overnight camps with their sons and with boys 6. If desired. deacons quorum and Young Men program.2 Scouting for 11-Year-Olds assistance. Meetings may be held at the meetinghouse. and their leaders. the patrol leader. dency and the leader of the eleven-year-old Scouts. which meets the camp- better serve his family. Although they are part of the ward If a ward or branch has only one or two 11-year- Scout troop. eleven-year-old Scouts is a woman. vised until they return home. Other youth leaders of the Scouting units presidency. master’s Minute). Scout- ing activity with other quorum activities. and receive the priesthood. meets to correlate each Scout. The Scouting supports boys and their families by eleven-year-old Scout leader plans the camps in giving boys an additional opportunity to put into consultation with the ward Primary presidency. practice the gospel principles they learn at home the bishopric adviser to the Primary. they function in their own patrol and old boys. and the ward and in Primary. No Scout. ap. They preferably meet the meeting. They are encouraged to complete as many of the First Class rank requirements as pos- 6. Details for Cub Scout pro. Quorum Eleven-year-old boys meet separately from the advisers attend this meeting to provide adult Aaronic Priesthood–age Scouts because they are support and direction to those who preside over not yet part of a quorum. may be held with the ward’s Boy Scout troop. and sustained by the as well as boards of review and courts of honor. When properly carried out. Cub Scouting is a In consultation with the ward Primary presi­ fun. in the daytime. This patrol leader may meet oc- grams are published by the BSA and are available casionally with the older troop leaders when they through BSA local council offices. Eleven-year-old boys need to Scouting leader. the objective for them is the same—to 4 . plan events that will include the eleven-year-old patrol. camps. brotherhood. with adult leader 6. No other Scout-sponsored success in this program. camping with these boys. testi- president presides at and conducts the meeting.0 Scouting in Primary sible before turning 12. one-night camps a year. Eleven-year-old Scouts participate in rank ad­ vancement. the to conduct the Scouting portion of the meeting deacons quorum presidency. Parental involvement is a key to Scouting committee. with help from their the Aaronic Priesthood and transition into the quorum adviser(s). these overnight camps ties accomplish gospel-centered purposes. and show support for his leadership. and understanding of Aaronic If another young man is called to be the youth Priesthood duties. sponsored overnight camping should be planned the bishopric appoints one of the boys to serve as for boys under age 11. The ing can help them increase in confidence. the Faith in God program should be requirement for six overnight camps. or in an outdoor setting and should adult should be invited to supervise overnight open and close with prayer. coordinated with Scouting to lay a foundation that Eleven-year-old Scouts may participate in three prepares a boy to keep his baptismal covenants. quorum members. man may serve. Boy Scout troop in occasional daytime activities proved by the bishopric. Scouting also provides overnight camping should be planned for eleven- boys with leadership opportunities and helps them year-old Scouts. the president should invite him establish good relationships with their peers. they turn 11. whether a member of the Church operate under the direction of the ward Primary or not. They can participate with the ward are nominated by the quorum presidency. Scouting prepares 11-year-old boys to receive The quorum presidency.1 Cub Scouting for Boys Ages 8 to 10 whose fathers cannot attend. home-centered activity program. but if evening meetings are nec- All Scouting meetings should open and close essary. with the exception of the In Primary. ing requirements for advancement to the rank of Careful planning is necessary to ensure that activi­ Second Class. the boys should not be away from their with prayer and may include an inspirational homes late at night and must be carefully super- message by the adult unit leader (such as a Scout. adviser to the Primary or another qualified male in a home. The patrol leader should. the bishopric time. mony. Female leaders do not participate in overnight Scouting activities and meetings for Primary. develop habits and attitudes of good citizenship. choose assistant patrol leaders and as- Latter-day Saint boys become Boy Scouts when sign other duties in the patrol as needed. Encourage attendance at Scout leader training. Attend Scout training as applicable. has responsi- the program in this circumstance include. Use the Lone Scout Program from the BSA. 6. Religious Square Knot Award by completing the requirements in the Faith in God for Boys guide- 3. and ensure that Church policies are followed. with the help of the ward Scouting committee. serve demands that this option might impose on the on the appropriate ward Scouting committees. book marked by the square knot icon. This recogni- 1. is organized appropriately. Visit Scout meetings and activities to support Day camps offer opportunities for boys to have and evaluate the quality of the boys’ experi- fun outdoors and complete outdoor requirements. The not limited to. the presidency is responsible to see that Scouting 2. Combine with neighboring wards or branches The presidency member should: after considering distance.3 Day Camps 5. Scout leader. Faith in God Award. a member of the ward or stake Primary presidency directs the organization of day camps. and help plan it if requested. expense. gious Square Knot patch.org. 3.4 Leader of the Patrol of Eleven-Year-Old On My Honor Award​. For additional information. Work under the direction of a member of the tion may be given to adult Scout leaders. Require- Primary presidency and meet with her regu. but are bility for Scouting for boys ages 8 through 11. 6. Help leaders understand how Scouting can the Boy Scout troop.5 Ward Primary Presidency and help them advance through the Boy Scout The ward Primary presidency. ments for earning the award and suggestions for larly to discuss the Scouting program and each presenting it are outlined on the application card. Help each boy achieve the Faith in God Award online BSA Guide to Awards and Insignia. under the direc- program. boy’s progress. Attend other Primary meetings as invited. This leader should: On My Honor Adult Recognition​. receive BSA training. young men. Register with BSA. including the BSA Reli­ 5. Register with the BSA as the eleven-year-old other faiths. boys join the deacons quorum and 4. Scouts who are or another capable adult may serve as the group’s members of other faiths may also earn the award. Coordinate Scouting with the Faith in God pro- dent and bishopric adviser continue to track the gram to maintain a gospel focus. dency and the leader of the eleven-year-old Scouts. distance. 4. 3. A Day Camp Guide for Eleven-Year-Old The Church makes the following Scouting Scouts is available online at LDS. awards and recognitions available to boys.0 Awards and Recognition could organize a ward day camp for eleven-year- old Scouts. progress of each boy from their ward or branch. are described in the 6. Additional awards. or Venturing. the following: Church does not participate in Scouting programs 1. Primary boys and boys of 2. see LDS. If this last option is chosen. can earn the BSA Scout leader. families involved. 7. a member of the ward Primary presi­ have an opportunity to participate in them. Review each boy’s progress If the BSA local council does not provide day camps and participation in presidency meetings and in or if they are not held within a reasonable travel the regular meetings with the bishopric adviser.org. 7. prepare them to receive the Aaronic Priesthood 6. Either the Primary teacher of 11-year-old boys Varsity Scouting. for boys younger than 8 years old. strengthen the family and accomplish the pur- poses of Primary. This is the Latter-day Saint Scouts religious award for young men in Boy Scouting. ages 8 through 10. 2. At age 12. and adult leaders: 6. and time 1. your BSA local council office for information on training awards and requirements. Attend the ward Scouting committee meetings. See that the boys participate in a day camp. Increase the size of the patrol through activa. Possible approaches to administering tion of a counselor in the bishopric. Contact and advance in Scouting. the Primary presi. 5 . ences in Scouting. Help plan day camps and ensure that boys For example. A member of tion and missionary efforts. including the names. properly registered and complete Youth Protec. units are expected to live the standards of the Church as outlined in For the Strength of Youth.7 Two-Deep Leadership tered youth in the unit.8). along with a phone number (see also 8.8). in the tent of an adult other than his own parent The Church does not sponsor Scouting for girls or guardian. Throughout the year. birth date. and contact information of the regis. crew. The roster lists all young Two registered adult leaders or one registered men ages 8 through 15. All Scouts and their leaders ment. outings. roster of the Scouting unit.4 Combining Scouting Units 8. units. The BSA requires all Scouting leaders to take cial part of the BSA.3 Rechartering 8.2 Registration of Youth and Adults Worthy adults. 8. and they should intrude 6 . Each adult leader must complete a BSA adult The bishopric may call men or women to application. As part of rechartering. and retention. each is Church standards should be upheld at all Scout. unit liability insur. If a registered youth joins a Scouting Training before beginning their service. which is available on- ward sends the BSA local council an updated line or through the BSA local district or council.1 Standards to combine for weekday activities as long as each ward maintains a properly registered unit. and annual registration. birth dates. All registration fees for youth and adults. 8. and activation efforts are maintained by who are registered in Latter-day Saint Scouting each ward or quorum. When possible. The Primary and Young Women Adult leaders must respect the privacy of programs of the Church are designed to meet the youth in situations such as changing clothes and needs and interests of girls and young women. Any youth who joins the unit.6 and 8.5 Calling Adult Scouting Leaders 8. Young men ages 16 and adult leader and a parent of a participant (one 17 are listed only if they are pursuing rank ad.0 Church Policies The stake president may authorize small units 8. All adult Scouting leaders must be properly BSA for the first time must complete a BSA youth registered and must complete Youth Protection application. in. may be called to serve as Scouting leaders. unit in the ward after being a member of another Scouting unit. each ward ensures that A current membership record of each member all youth and adults who participate in the BSA called to serve in Scouting should be in the local are properly registered. establish quarters to the BSA National Council. or young women. All adult Scouting leaders must be serve as Scouting leaders for Primary-age Scouts. whether members of the Church or not. them in their assignment. All fees for rechartering. serve on Scouting committees. assignments should be sustained and set apart and mailing address. the bishopric. staffed with adult leaders. are paid directly from Church head. The roster must be signed by a member of and meetings.6 Youth Protection Program Rechartering is the annual process by which each Scouting unit renews its charter as an offi. such as a Scoutmaster’s conference or merit badge ance. classes. and effectively touch the lives of boys and young men. the meeting should be conducted in those of other faiths who join Latter-day Saint view of other adults or youth. strong activity programs. taking showers at camp. long enough to become fully trained. of whom must be 21 years of age or older) are vancements or if the ward sponsors a Venturing required for all Scouting trips. Others who request it may receive for a parent or guardian. leaders should be allowed to cluding those of other faiths who join Latter-day serve in Aaronic Priesthood and Scouting callings Saint units. no youth is permitted to sleep to the BSA National Council. including fees for counseling. the ward notifies the BSA local Members of the Church who serve in Scouting council by sending the youth’s name. are paid directly from Church headquarters When camping. 8. This notification must be a blessing from a member of the bishopric to help signed by a member of the bishopric. In situations that require personal conferences. recruit- sponsored activities. 8. but they may chair or 8. each Youth Protection Training. Women do not serve as leaders for young men tion Training before beginning their service (see of Aaronic Priesthood age. similar situations.20. Priesthood leaders should also brethren and other members can fulfill their regu­ cooperate with BSA officials to resolve any issues lar Church assignments. Scout groups should leader should not be sustained or set apart until not travel to or from camps on Sunday. activity.9 Safety approval for a Church-sponsored Scouting unit to participate in some BSA-sponsored national Priesthood and Scouting leaders should refer and regional jamborees that occur over the Sab- regularly to Handbook 2. priesthood leaders preside. leaders immediately notify the Risk leaders. and maturity.6. As an exception. priesthood leaders may give 8.org and ties that are inappropriate for the Sabbath. leaders should instruct all participants in safety practices unique to the activity. published by the BSA. Any exceptions must Activities should be appropriate for the par. For detailed guidelines on responding to acci- dents and reporting them.24).13 Scouting Month and youth should know and abide by all laws and safety guidelines pertaining to the activity February has traditionally been designated as or property. the sacrament is not to be administered—outside ian. youth should have fitness levels appropriate for Scouting events (except approved long-term the activity. A Scout camping trips on Sunday. illness. be approved by a member of the Presidency of ticipants’ ages. registration approval process.lds. or while administering and passing the sacrament. Leaders should also notify the Adults should also protect their own privacy in local BSA council. Leaders 8. However. (telephone 1-801-240-4049 or 1-800-453-3860. In addition. Before holding an designated for family home evening. Scouting Month in the United States. or lined in Handbook 2 (13. as required.org. the night should be carefully considered. 8. see Handbook 2. 7 . that may arise.6.14 Travel Leaders should notify the bishop and stake Leaders should follow the travel policies out- president promptly if an accident.10 Emergencies and carry out approved activities to recognize this tradition. only when health and safety require doing so. Members who Guide to Safe Scouting.12 Camping and Sabbath Day Observance The BSA will complete a criminal background Keeping the Sabbath day holy is a command- check on all new adult leaders as part of the ment of the Lord and the practice of the Church. This attend such events are not to participate in activi- publication is available online at scouting​. Leaders should use the BSA Activity Consent Sacrament meetings are not to be held—and Form and Approval by Parents or Legal Guard. outings should ensure that Aaronic Priesthood pleted this process. in keeping with the purposes Leaders should be prepared for emergencies of Sabbath observance. This includes the The Church does not approve of hiking and screening of Social Security numbers. Plans for priesthood leaders ensure that the BSA has com. Additional uniforms may be worn during sacrament services safety guidelines can be found on safety. 8. boys and leaders do not that may occur and know in advance how to con. Church Scouting units may not own or Management Division at Church headquarters acquire automobiles or buses for travel. Scout at BSA local council service centers. ability. extension 2-4049). 13. chapter 13 for policies bath. the boundaries of the ward or stake where the when planning activities and outings. This participation may only occur with and guidelines regarding activities and safety. at these events. and individual medical risk factors camps) are not held on Monday evening. wear their uniforms to regular Sunday meetings tact law enforcement and emergency services.8 Background Screening for BSA Adult Leaders 8. as well as tour and activity plans. Leaders of Scouting units chartered by the Church may plan 8. groups should prepare tour and activity plans If the accident involves a fatality or overnight and receive approval from appropriate priesthood hospital stay.11 Accident Response and Reporting 8. Leaders and the Seventy. prior priesthood approval and with supervision Leaders should also comply with guidelines in the by authorized priesthood leaders. mem- injury occurs on Church property or during an bers who travel in Church-sponsored Scouting official Scouting or Church-sponsored activity. where feasible. should be planned to include Scouts with disabili­ Drivers should be instructed to obey all laws. Stake presidents by BSA liability insurance. “Insurance. These funds provide financial authorized Scout camps. Multiple-Unit. and other BSA activities that nights for Venturers and five consecutive nights involve the sale of tickets by boys or young men.”) activities. Voluntary contributions from their families may be accepted and handled in accordance with Church policy. national camp standards and are authorized by the The Church supports the BSA’s annual Friends local council. appropriate Scouting uniforms.19 Specialty. Stake or ward Scout camps that involve more Scouting units may participate in Scouting than two units and that exceed three consecutive shows. They may complete as many of the pro- not to drive if they are drowsy. programs and activities able amounts of insurance. More information phones while driving. along with a list of simple uniforms and insignia. camporees. Ward Latter-day Saint Scouting units are not autho- budgets should be used to purchase Scouting rized to organize “specialty” or similar programs awards and materials. and Long-Term guidelines in Handbook 2 to fund Scouting (see Camps 8. When using private passenger vehicles.26.1. charter.6. Young men or boys with mental. which have been unauthorized and restricted activities. No An “official Scouting activity” is an activity that young man or boy should be excluded from Scout. for Boy Scouts and Varsity Scouts cannot be adver- as long as all other budget allowance guidelines tised as “Scout” camps unless they follow the BSA are met. ties is available at scouting.8.2.7.2. 8.7. These activi­ approved by the BSA. bylaws. All Disabilities vehicles and drivers should be covered by reason. For long-term camping. goods or services should not be sold. Commercially produced or packaged or career. responsible adult. and bishops oversee the drive in their units. 13.15 Funding Scouting Leaders should follow the budget allowance 8.org and from BSA local council offices. ties. leaders.9. they will not be covered support for the BSA local council.20 Official Scouting Activities and Unauthorized Activities Young men registered in a Scouting unit are encouraged to wear the appropriate uniform.13. and to ensure that each person properly participate in Scouting to the extent their abilities uses a seat belt. or the to abide by Church standards should be wel. is consistent with the established programs.8. 11.16 Uniforms 8. If long-term camps do not qualify as of Scouting drive. ties are not considered official Scouting activities. as determined by local that focus exclusively on a particular skill.5. (See the BSA’s Guide to Safe Scout- comed and encouraged to participate in Scouting ing. Young men and boys of other faiths who agree Leaders should not put themselves. not to use mobile gram requirements as possible. 21. and not to engage in other about Scouting experiences for those with disabili­ behaviors that would distract them. Expenses for their participation are paid in the same manner as for other youth. hobby. 13. Abbreviated or important planning guidelines. are appropriate and encour.8). each 8. others. The BSA’s Guide to Safe Scouting provides to make them available for boys. Drivers should also be instructed will allow. or emotional disabilities should be encouraged to dition. and rules and regulations of may wish to maintain a supply of used uniforms the BSA. and 13. Church at risk. val- ing if he is unable to purchase a uniform. 13. physical. use of BSA facilities is strongly recommended. units. Units ues. to make sure their vehicle is in safe operating con. 8 . As much as possible. section X. aged. Adult leaders are also encouraged to wear Volunteers (registered and unregistered).17 Young Men and Boys of Other Faiths nization if they engage in unauthorized activities.18 Scouting for Boys and Young Men with driver should be a licensed. and chartered organizations will jeopardize in- surance coverage for themselves and their orga- 8. 8. See also Handbook 2. wards. On a case-by-case basis.20). The Church will attempt to exhaust all available coverage before using Church funds. For official Scouting activi- ties. Mutual (DMBA) and provides assistance to par- surance protection for registered Scout Leaders. 9 . includ- official Scouting activity (see 8. which states: “Where possible. Neither the Church nor the BSA provides in- demnification or defense coverage to individuals who commit intentional or criminal acts. and chartering organizations. the current DMBA CAMA handbook for infor- ance the volunteer might have available to him mation on how this assistance is provided (visit or her. CAMA is administered by Deseret vides primary comprehensive general liability in. ing Scouting. ticipants of activities sponsored by stakes.21 Liability Insurance 8. (See the BSA’s Guide to Safe Scouting. The BSA pro.22 Church Activity Medical Assistance (CAMA) There is insurance coverage through the BSA Church Activity Medical Assistance (CAMA) for a Scout meeting or event that qualifies as an applies to Church-sponsored activities.6.”) For personal liability insurance guidelines within the Church. the Church may assist those who are sued in con- nection with Church activities. cess basis. See insurance program is excess over any other insur. 13. and branches of the Church in the United States. No fees should be paid to the BSA local council ing volunteers through the BSA’s general liability for accident and health insurance coverage.9. The insurance provided to unregistered Scout. see Handbook 2. Scouting units. Vehicle or watercraft liability insurance dmba.” The Church does not typically purchase pri- mary liability insurance but uses Church funds to defend and pay claims.com/churchactivity for details or see Hand- coverage through the BSA is provided on an ex. 13.8.6. book 2. section X. “Insurance. [members] should protect themselves by carrying reasonable amounts of lia- bility insurance.9). there should be insurance coverage through the BSA. Such insurance may be available through homeowners insurance or other policies.