Scout leader
Leading youth groups in field activities and building a spirit of leadership and responsibility.
Level 1 — Welcoming and leading the first activity
An energetic welcome, presenting the activity's goals and organizing groups.
You are welcoming a new scout to their first-ever scouting trip.
Present the objectives for today's scouting activity to the group.
The scouts are organizing into small groups for the activity.
Level 2 — Teaching a practical scouting skill
Teaching practical skills, being patient with repetition and encouraging attempts.
Teaching a scout how to tie a basic knot.
Teach scouts how to read a basic map for navigation.
A scout hesitates to try a new skill for fear of making a mistake.
Level 3 — Leading a scout troop in a field activity
Leading a field team, resolving minor disputes and motivating the group.
You are managing a scout troop during a collaborative field activity.
A minor conflict arises between two team members during the activity.
The team is feeling fatigued during a long group challenge.
Level 4 — Handling challenges to leadership or rule-breaking
Handling challenges to leadership and safety breaches firmly and respectfully.
A scout challenges your instructions in front of the group.
A scout breaks a fundamental safety rule during an activity.
A scout shows greater respect after a difficult situation with you.