Kehoe-France Boy Scout Troop 710
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How to become a Boy Scout

Meet the age requirements:  A boy must have completed fifth grade or be 11 years old, or he has earned the Arrow of Light Award and is under 18 years old.

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Complete a Boy Scout application and health history, and have it signed by your parent or guardian.  Complete the pamphlet exercises on child abuse with your parent or guardian.  Find a Scout Troop near your home.

 Understand and agree to live by the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, and Slogan.   Agree to live by the Outdoor Code. 

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When you have done these things, the Scoutmaster will give you a certificate of membership, and you can proudly wear the badge and uniform that show you are a member of the Boy Scouts of America.

Repeat the Pledge of Allegiance.  Demonstrate the Scout Sign, the Scout Salute, and the Scout Handshake.  Demonstrate tying the square knot.  Describe the Scout Badge.

Participate in a Scoutmaster Conference.

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 Teaching the scouts survival skills is a big part of outdoor learning.  Water safety is especially important in our area of the country.

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Boy Scout Troop 710 * Kehoe -France * Metairie, Louisiana