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Cell Phone / Electronic Device Policy

Scouting provides young people with a unique opportunity to disconnect from technology and engage fully with their fellow Scouts, the outdoors, and the program. To encourage participation, leadership development, and meaningful social interaction, Troop 840 limits the use of personal electronic devices during Scouting activities unless approved in advance by the Scoutmaster or designated Camp Scoutmaster.

General Use

• Cell phones, portable video games, tablets, computers, smart watches, etc. will NOT be used during Scout activities, outings and / or meetings except in the event of an emergency or with approval of the Scoutmaster or designated Camp Scoutmaster. 
• Scouts should remain focused on the activity, event, or meeting and avoid the use of phones, smart watches, earbuds, or other electronic devices.

Travel

• Cell phones, tablets, and similar electronic devices will not be permitted during travel to and from campouts, or on campouts.
• Parents please help us with this and ensure your Scout leaves his electronic devices at home.

Meetings

• Phones should remain out of sight and unused during troop meetings.
• Earbuds and headphones should be removed for the duration of the meeting so Scouts can actively participate in discussions, instruction, and patrol activities.

Communication with Parents

• Parents who need to reach their Scout during an activity should contact the Camp Scoutmaster.
• The Troop What's App group is used as our main point of communication, however, we also use email and texting when appropriate
• In the event of an emergency, adult leaders will communicate directly with parents and provide Scouts access to their phones when appropriate.

Special Situations

• The Scoutmaster or other designated adult leader may authorize limited phone use when required for a specific Scouting activity, such as a merit badge, advancement project, navigation exercise, or other approved program purpose.

Homesickness and Minor Injuries

• Experience has shown that routine phone calls home for homesickness often make adjustment more difficult and can interfere with a Scout's ability to build confidence and independence.
• Adult leaders will work with Scouts experiencing homesickness and will contact parents when circumstances warrant.
• Parents will be notified promptly of any significant illness, injury, or situation requiring parental involvement.

Policy Violations

• Scouts who do not follow this policy will face disciplinary action following our Troop Bylaws up to being removed from the activity or expulsion from the Troop.
• Phones will be returned at the conclusion of the event or directly to a parent, as determined by the adult leadership.

Why We Limit Phones

The goal of this policy is not to punish Scouts or eliminate technology. Rather, it is to help Scouts gain the full benefit of the Scouting program. When phones are set aside, Scouts are more likely to build friendships, develop leadership skills, participate in activities, and enjoy the outdoor experiences that make Scouting unique.

Uniform Policy

Scouts and Adult Leaders of Troop 840 wear complete Scouting America uniforms. The uniform identifies the person as a Scout and gives them a sense of belonging to their Patrol and Troop. Whenever the uniform is worn, it should remind the person that they are a Scout. The uniform is an outward sign that they believe in certain values and are willing to abide by them. A well-uniformed Troop promotes a sense of pride and Troop spirit.

In an effort to defray the cost of Scout uniforms, the Troop has a supply of “gently used” shirts, shorts, and pants in the Troop supply closet.

Field Uniform / Class A (click here for link to uniform examples):

• Official Scout shirt (khaki, short sleeve, tucked in)
• Appropriate patches including: Council strip, Troop numerals (“840”), Patrol Insignia, and leadership position (to be provided and sewn on)
• Scout pants (shorts or trousers).  Certain non-BSA brands (e.g. Magellan or Columbia) are permitted if they are olive green in color, have belt loops and are otherwise comparable to Scouting-brand clothes.
• Scout socks (GREEN BSA socks or equivalent olive green socks only)
• Scout belt (Leather or Web)
• Proper closed-toed shoes (tennis shoes, hiking shoes, etc.  Crocs are not considered proper footwear when in uniform)
• Troop Neckerchief and Slide OR approved Bolo*
• Troop 840 Activity / Class B shirt under the official Scout shirt
• 6-to-8-foot length of quality nylon rope (typically carried on a carabiner) for knot work
• Micosay neckwear** (Foxman stick, Brave Pouch, Claws)
• Merit Badge Sash***
• Order of the Arrow (OA) Sash****
• Optional: Scout cap.  Note, caps/hats that are not Scout-related (e.g. team sports) are not considered uniform headwear.

When to wear:

• Troop meetings between Labor Day and Memorial Day
• Traveling to and from campouts and other camping activities or outings.
• Scoutmaster Conferences and Boards of Review
• Courts of Honor
• Scout Sunday
• Order of the Arrow chapter meetings and ceremonies (with OA sash)
• As directed by SM or the SPL

*Bolos may only be worn if you are a member of Micosay or the Order of the Arrow, have attended a high adventure base or you are an Eagle Scout. Appropriate neckwear is required when wearing the field uniform. Exceptions must be authorized by the Scoutmaster or SPL. 

**Micosay neckwear is only worn by members of Micosay or Foxmen (non-members identified by troop leadership) and worn at all times in Scout uniform, to all Scouting events, and at all times while you are on the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation

***Merit Badge sashes are only worn to Scoutmaster conferences, boards of review, courts of honor, and Scout Sunday unless otherwise directed by the Scoutmaster or SPL

****OA sashes are only worn by OA members when representing the OA - at unit elections and at OA meetings or events. It may also be worn to the weekly troop meeting immediately after completing a level of the induction experience. You do not wear your OA sash to regular weekly meetings, SMC, BOR or COH. 

Activity Uniform / Class B:

• Troop 840 Green T-shirt
• Scout pants (shorts or trousers).  Certain non-BSA brands (e.g. Magellan or Columbia) are permitted if they are olive green in color, have belt loops and are otherwise comparable to Scouting-brand clothes.
• Scout socks (GREEN BSA socks ONLY or equivalent olive green socks only)
• Scout belt (Leather or Web)
• Proper shoes (tennis shoes, hiking shoes, etc.)
• 6-to-8-foot length of quality nylon rope (typically carried on a carabiner) for knot work
• Micosay neckwear* (Foxman stick, Brave Pouch, Claws)
• Optional: Scout cap. Note, caps/hats that are not Scout-related (e.g. team sports) are not considered uniform headwear.

When to wear:

• Underneath your Class A
• During campouts, but only after arriving at the camp.  Class A is worn while traveling to and from campouts.
• To the troop meeting immediately following a campout - ONLY if you attended that campout.
• During Service Projects
• As directed by SM or the SPL

Casual Uniform / Class C:

• Any camp, high adventure or other Scouting America / BSA t-shirt or collared shirt
• Scout pants (shorts or trousers).  Certain non-BSA brands (e.g. Magellan or Columbia) are permitted if they are olive green in color, have belt loops and are otherwise comparable to Scouting-brand clothes.
• Scout socks (GREEN BSA socks ONLY or equivalent olive green socks only)
• Scout belt (Leather or Web)
• Proper shoes (tennis shoes, hiking shoes, etc.)
• 6-to-8-foot length of quality nylon rope (typically carried on a carabiner) for knot work
• Micosay neckwear* (Foxman stick, Brave Pouch, Claws)
• Optional: Scout cap. Note, caps/hats that are not Scout-related (e.g. team sports) are not considered uniform headwear

When to wear:

• To weekly Troop meetings between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
• While participating in High Adventure treks / experiences
• On the way home from Summer Camp.  Class A will be worn to camps, and Class B will be worn while camping.
• As directed by SM or the SPL

Note:  Uniforms should be clean. Field Uniform shirts should be buttoned and tucked into shorts/pants. A Troop 840 Green Sweatshirt / hoodie may be worn over a Uniform shirt in cold weather.

The uniform is more than just clothing. It is a visible symbol of our troop, our values, and our shared commitment to the Scouting program.