Trail to Scouts is a program to encourage Arrow of Light scouts continue on the trail to Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What differentiates the Trail to Scouts program from other similar programs/offerings?
A: Trail to Scouts, since its inception, has been planned and executed by the scouts, not adults. While Adult oversight of the program exists, the scouts plan and deliver the annual program theme and event activities, planning months in advance of the program weekend. Their efforts are commensurate with how troops are to operate (i.e., being scout-led).
Q: What gear/clothing and paperwork are guests to bring?
A: Arrow of Light scouts and their parent(s)/guardian(s), along with adult and scout staff, will sleep in heated cabins with bunk beds having twin-size mattresses. PLEASE NOTE: Individual Packs may be distributed into multiple cabins with other Packs.
Q: How do I communicate food allergies, dietary restrictions and/or concerns?
A: On the registration form for each adult and Arrow of Light scout, a text box will be presented where you can enter any dietary restrictions/concerns that you want our staff to be aware of.
Q: What are the logistics for meals?
A: Meals are included in the program fee and will be eaten in a dining hall or outdoor pavilion (weather permitting): Friday and Saturday evening cracker barrels, Saturday and Sunday breakfasts, Saturday lunch and dinner. Mess kits are not required / not necessary.
Q: How are activities conducted with the scouts?
A: Activities are conducted using the Patrol Method to prepare Arrow of Light scouts to transition to the Scouts BSA program. PLEASE NOTE: Arrow of Light scouts from the same Pack will likely be distributed amongst different patrols for the weekend. This is by design to prepare Arrow of Light scouts to join a patrol at a troop level where they will interact with scouts they may not be familiar with.
Q: How is the program equipped to respond to a medical situation?
A: A person with medical training will be present during the weekend. All participants are required to complete BSA’s medical forms Parts A, B1 and B2 and provide them, along with a copy of their medical insurance card(s), at the time of check-in. These items will be returned at the end of the weekend.
Q: What is the duration of the event?
A: Check in will occur Friday evening (November 6) from 7:30pm – 8:30pm with the program completing no later than 11:00am on Sunday, November 8. The program will begin promptly at 8:45pm on Friday, November 6.
Q: As an adult, what can I expect for the weekend?
A: Our guest adults are encouraged to enjoy the weekend, meet other scouters and learn more about the transition from scouting at the pack level to the troop level through various scout stations and Q&A opportunities.
Q: I have a question that is not discussed/answered above – who can I contact?
