Resources

Below are links to valuable resources for Scouts and Adults. Many resource links refer to the BSA website scouting.org. Please also check their download page for the most recent forms.

Resources for Scouts

• Troop Meeting Plan
• The Campfire Program Planner
• Unit Money-Earning Application
• BSA Be Prepared for the SAT and ACT BSA is paying for SAT and ACT preparation.
• Boy Scout Resources at BoyScoutTrail.com
• ScoutORama
• Permission Slip for Troop 56 Outings (PDF)
• Uniform Inspection Sheet (PDF)
• Scouting Glossary (PDF)
• Packing Lists (PDF)

Advancement

• Rank Advancement at a Glance
• Introduction to Merit Badges
• Blue Card Infographic
• Merit Badge Requirements/Worksheets/and more
• Merit Badge Events (US locations only)

Resources for Parents and Adults

• Scouting Forms From the National Council
• Language of Scouting (terms and style specific to Scouting and the BSA organization)
• Tour and Activity Plan (terminated 4/1/17)
• Guide to Safe Scouting Online Version
• TAC Scout Store Order Form (PDF)
• Uniform Shopping Help (PDF)
• Uniform Inspection Sheet for Adults (PDF)
• Bank Account Details (PDF)
• Youth Protection - Leaders Guide (PDF)
• Troop 56 Parent Talent Survey (PDF)
• Troop 56 Parent Orientation (PDF)
• Youth Protection - Parents Guide (PDF)
• Sewing Guide for Patches (PDF)

Health and Medical Record

• Information about health forms is provided by scouting.org.
• Annual Health and Medical Record Parts A, B and C. Parts A and B are completed annually by participants in all Scouting events. Part C is for the physical exam that is required for participants in any event that exceeds 72 consecutive hours, for all high-adventure base participants, or when the nature of the activity is strenuous and demanding.
• Participants of a high-adventure program at one of the national high-adventure bases will require additional health checks depending on location and program.