Frequently Asked Questions

How is troop leadership managed?

Troop 310/5310 are Scout Troops run/led with oversight by trained adult leaders. The senior patrol leaders (SPL) are responsible for running the weekly meeting while the PLCs (patrol leader council) plan the meetings. There is an annual planning conference in which the Scout leaders plan the entire year based on a survey presented to all scouts in the troop and activities chosen by the scouts. The PLC meets monthly to finalize the planning of the meetings and campouts in greater detail.

How much does it cost to join the troop?

The initial cost to join the troop is $100, which includes annual registration fees from the National Organization and our Council. For Scouts new to Scouting there is an additional fee of $25.00

A scholarship is available to scouts unable to afford the initial fees. Troop 310/5310 does not turn away any scout for lack of funds.  

Are there fundraisers the scouts may participate in?

Yes! Troop 310/5310 participates in several fundraisers each year which include popcorn sales, wreath sales, and water sales. Through these fundraisers, many scouts have raised funds for all their activities, troop program fees, and summer camp. Troop 310/5310 believes it is important for a scout to earn to pay his/her own way and through raising funds, develop a greater sense of ownership of the program.

How does the troop maintain the funds raised by the scouts?

In Troop 310/5310, each scout has a personal account maintained by the treasurer. Parents can add to an account, or money can be added through fundraising efforts. Scouts can use their scout account for any Troop activity.

What is Order of the Arrow and does Troop 310/5310 participate? 

O.A. is a service-oriented honorary organization in which Scouts and Scouters are elected to the lodge by their fellow Scouts. Troop 310/5310 is a proud member of the Wauna La-Mon'tay Lodge. Lodge members provide thousands of hours of service every year to Cascade Pacific Council's camps and the surrounding wilderness areas.

Are parents required to participate in the scouting program?

The Troop welcomes and encourages adult participation; however, it is up to the individual as to what level they wish to be involved. Troop 310/5310 recognizes adult training as one of the keys to the success of the troop. Troop 310/5310 requires youth protection training to participate in campouts.Safety Afloat, Safe Swim Defense, and Weather training may be required for high adventure activities. Each leadership position has specific training that is required by our council. Volunteering for that position requires taking specific training for that position. 

Troop 310/5310 follows the eight methods of scouting.  What are they?

The Boy Scouts of America and Troop 310/5310 use eight fundamental methods to meet Scouts' hope for fun and adventure, as well as to achieve the three aims of scouting. The methods are:

Ideals

Adherence to the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, and Slogan are encouraged

The Patrol Method

Within the larger community of the troop, the patrol is a Scout's "family circle."

The Outdoors

Scouting is designed to take place outdoors in settings where Scouts can find real adventure.

Advancement

Advancement establishes a pattern of setting positive goals and reaching them through life.

Association with Adults 

Scouts learn a great deal by watching how adults conduct themselves.  Scout leaders are positive role models.

Personal Growth 

Scout-age youth are experiencing dramatic physical and emotional growth.  Scouting offers them opportunities to channel much of that change into productive endeavors and to find the answers they are seeking for many of their

questions.

Leadership Development

Leadership is a skill that can be learned only by doing it. Every scout in Troop 310/5310 will find that he/she is filling leadership positions of increasing responsibility. Through leadership experiences, Scouts learn planning, organization, and decision-making.

The Uniform

Since 1910, the Scout uniform has been a recognizable part of American culture. Wearing the uniform helps Scouts develop a sense of belonging to their patrol and troop.

What is Troop 310/5310 planning for the next year?

Troop 310/5310 is very active and plans at least one outdoor activity per month. They include weekend camping and day activities in Washington and Oregon that includes hiking, biking, backpacking, canoeing, archery tomahawks, & shooting to mention a few activities. In addition, we attend a week-long summer camp every year.

What kind of leadership training is available for the scouts?

Scouts holding positions of responsibility will receive leadership skills training at the troop level. Scouts can attend a day-long leadership course put on by the Order of the Arrow. For scouts with leadership experience, a week-long advanced training can be taken through a National Youth Leadership Training course that is held by the council.  All scouts will receive ongoing training or mentoring by their patrol leaders, youth instructors, senior youth leaders, and adult leaders.

How is communication handled in the troop?

Troop 310/5310 uses various forms of communication to reach out to all Scouts and their parents; however, the patrol method and e-mail is the troop’s main form of communication.