Membership Requirements

Every Scout and adult leader must fill out an official Boy Scouts of America application to join the Troop. In addition, each Scout and registered adult leader* must have on file a current Medical Form. Due to the nature of activities the troop participates in, all three sections of the medical form (Parts A, B and C) need to be completed. The form can be found on our web site as well as the Council and National BSA web sites. The medical information on the form will be kept in strict confidence, but it is very important. It lets the Troop leadership know about any medical situations that the Scout or adult may have (asthma, allergies, medical restrictions, etc.) and, in the event of an emergency, gives permission for a doctor to treat a Scout (or adult) if a parent cannot be reached. Please be truthful and thorough when completing the medical form. In addition, a copy of a current health insurance card (both front and back) must be on file with the troop.

*Adult leaders must have a medical form on file in order to participate in any outdoor troop activity.

Participation Requirements

In order for a Scout to advance in rank, Boy Scout policy requires him to be active in the troop. Although specific attendance requirements are not required for advancement, Troop 34 encourages scouts to participate in at least 50% of the Troop meetings and events, and 50% of the Troop outdoor activities unless other arrangements are made with the Senior Patrol Leader and/or Scoutmaster. If a scout is unable to participate at this level, the SPL or Scoutmaster may ask the Scout to a conference to discuss the scout’s participation. Troop events are important to the Scout’s development. Every event missed may mean a skill or lesson lost. Scouts are expected to participate in all aspects of the Troop program, including high adventure and community service.