"A good Patrol is a gang of good friends, standing together shoulder to shoulder whatever comes. 'All for One-One for All' -that's the spirit of a Scout Patrol" Handbook for Patrol Leaders, 1950
The new-Scout patrol is a group of boys who have just become Scouts. They are helped by a troop guide-an older. experienced Scout who can show the way. An assistant Scoutmaster assigned to the patrol gives it added support. Members of a new-Scout patrol choose their patrol leader, plan what they want to do, and take part in outings and troop meetings just like any patrol. They can also learn the basic skills they need in order to enjoy hiking, camping, and other Scout adventures. Before long, members of a new-Scout patrol will discover that they are passing many of the requirements for the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class.
Scouts who have entered the seventh grade or who hold the rank of First Class or higher may become members of patrols for experienced Scouts. Older Scouts who have not yet reached First Class may join experienced Scout patrols and then continue their work on the First Class requirements