Scoutmaster Podcast 263

Opening joke: a wise old scouter tells a sleepless scout to listen to the 'symphony of the wild' — the scout complains the crickets are too loud.

Matt Hickman shares a story about his Boy Scout son explaining the patrol method; Dave LaVenter updates Clarke on his troop's growth since 2013; Craig Dixon becomes a new backer and asks about west-coast-friendly live chat scheduling.

Ron Troson asks whether wilderness first aid is truly required for backcountry trips; anonymous listener asks about troop sweatshirts and unofficial uniform items; Jim Boggs asks how Venturing crews organize themselves; Kevin Smith asks whether the board of review date or court of honor date is the Eagle Scout effective date.