Public Service Troop Program Feature

One of the aims of Scouting is to develop young men into participating citizens. A participating citizen does more than what is expected of a good citizen, such as voting and obeying the law. He takes an active role in the community.

This program feature is designed to introduce Scouts to some of the people who help your community function. No matter how large or small your community is, there are many participating citizens Scouts can get to know.

The big event might be a historic tour, a community Good Turn, or a combination of the two.

Find the complete plans for the Public Service Troop Program Feature on the BSA website.

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