FIRST CLASS SCOUT

This new communications requirement challenges you to show leadership in communicating with others and tests your persuasive communication skills. For information on how to talk to a friend about joining Scouting, visit http://www.scoutzone.org.

12. Participate in a Scoutmaster conference.

By completing the First Class requirements, you will have proven to yourself and others that you can meet the challenge of Scouting. Your Scoutmaster will want to express his pride in all that you have accomplished and encourage you to give yourself a pat on the back for your achievements.

He might also point out that some of the greatest opportunities of Scouting lie ahead. You might soon find yourself taking on greater leadership roles in your troop. Adult Scouters will rely on you even more to help plan and carry out service projects, camping trips, and unit meetings.

As a First Class Scout, you'll be surprised to discover how much the younger Scouts are looking up to you, and how effectively you can teach them many of the Scouting skills you have mastered. You can also set your sights on earning the Star and Life ranks, and perhaps even the Eagle Scout Award-the highest rank in Scouting.

13. Complete your board of review.