This will eventually be a fancy FAQ page where all of the following questions are answered. Please let me know if there are more things you think should be included here.
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Culture/ethos of T6:
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What makes T6 different/unique/special?
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Why join T6?
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Utica - what + why?
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Big trips
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For parents:
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Time commitments/typical calendar of meetings + events
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Annual costs (dues, expenses, etc)
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Expectations of participation/volunteering/fundraising
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Supplies their kids will need
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Safety
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Resources (uniforms, etc)
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About the troop
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What is the organizational structure?
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What’s a troop?
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What’s a patrol?
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How are patrols assigned?
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What is service patrol?
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What are the ranks?
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How does advancement work?
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For kids:
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Time commitments
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Expectations of participation
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Behavior guidelines
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Things to know
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Scout Law
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Scout Oath
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Motto
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Slogan
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Pledge of Allegiance
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Closing circle phrases
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Taps/Softly falls…
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“Good night scouts…"
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Questions about joining:
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What do I wear when I’m coming to check out the troop?
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What does it mean to be a “candidate”?
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What does a typical meeting look like?
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What do the terms used in meetings mean? (Flags, round robin, closing circle, etc.)
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What do I do if I want to join?
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What do I have to learn?
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When do I get a uniform (and from where)?
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When do I get my patches? What patches do I need? Where do I get them?
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Where do I get a neckerchief?
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What is investiture + when does it happen? (This can be explained while still the secrecy/sacred nature is maintained.)
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Who do I ask if I have questions?
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When/how do I earn merit badges?
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What should my first priorities be? (advancement? merit badges?)
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