TROOP 100 WESTBOROUGH, MA

Frequently Asked Questions/Info Center*

Q:  How do I join Troop 100?
A:  Troop 100 has a lot to offer young men ages eleven to eighteen, but it is also a family adventure. We put a lot of emphasis on the family.  Our very active Troop Committee carries out many tasks. We encourage parents to become involved with their son.  A potential new scout should attend a meeting with a parent.  The necessary forms can be completed at that time, and new scouts and parents will have an opportunity to talk with the unit adult leaders. We meet every Thursday when school is in session from 7:00-8:30pm at the Forbes Community House.  The Forbes building is located on East Main Street in Westborough center, across the street from the Mobil Station. Here is a map if you need it.  

Q:  What is the Scout Oath and the Scout Law?
A:  You can view both on the National Council Boy Scouts web page.

Q:  What Are the Boy Scout Badges of Rank?
A:  The Badges of Rank in ascending order are:  Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, Life, and Eagle.  Requirements for these badges of rank are detailed on the US Scouting Service Project Website - To be  used for reference only. The official document is the "2009 Boy Scout Requirements" available at the scout store.

Q:  Is there a reference for the Official Boy Scout Uniform and Insignia Placement?
A:  Yes, see this National Council document.

Q:  I'm a little confused by the language of Scouting.  Is there a resource I can refer to in order to better understand it?
A:  Yes, take a look at this Language of Scouting page on the National Council Website

Q:  There are a lot of abbreviations & Acronyms.  Where can I find information on what all these stand for?
A:  See the Abbreviations & Acronyms page on the National Council Website.

Q:  What is the Order of the Arrow?
A:  Membership in the Order of the Arrow "honors Scouts who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives".  See Order of the Arrow National Council Website page  for more information.  

Q:  What other opportunities are there for Boy Scouts?
A:  There are many great opportunities for the young men who join the Boy Scouts.  Take a look at this list of Opportunities.

 

*Please note, many of these links are to external sites (the National Council, or the US Scouting Service Project Websites)