New Member Information

Thank you for your interest in Scouting. Just making it to this site is a huge step.  Please reach out to Committee Chair with any questions that you have

Confused on the required BSA uniform or placement of patches and insignia? Check out the BSA Uniform Builder Site for more information and a pictorial guide! 

1) US Flag Emblem

2) Patrol Emblem (Provided by Troop)

3) Shoulder Loops

4) World Crest Emblem

5) Badge of Rank (Provided by Troop)

6) Cheif Seattle Council Shoulder Patch

7) Unit Numerals(695-> Boys/8695-> Girls)

8) Badge of Office (Provided by Troop)

At the council store in Seattle. You’ll need to purchase a tan shirt (short sleeve is recommended and available with male/female styling), green pants (switchbacks, which also can be shorts, are the most cost effective), BSA socks , a Cheif Seattle Patch and World Organization of Scouting insignia (purple flour de lis).   Shoulder loops, Neckerchief, and Troop numbers. If your child is crossing over from Webelos and wore the tan shirt and green pants, you are likely ready to go!

***Patrol Emblem will be provided by the troop***

Remember, size up as the kids grow FAST, and if you can’t sew, our adult leaders can help

Information on local Scout shop!

BSA and Troop Policy Documents

Youth Protection Training

Annual Forms:

Annual Medical Form (Parts A&B Required, Part C for Summer Camp/High Adventure)

Annual Medical Form

Troop Photo Release, Required for Opt OUT

Typical Weekend trip Gear:

Suggest a REI Half dome 2 person tents (2 scouts per tent) for Scout use on our weekend trips.

1. Personal tent (only needed if a scout prefers to be solo in a tent)
2. Backpack or duffle bag for transporting gear (recommended 50-70L)
3. Sleeping bag – 20 degree (adding a fleece blanket can help on winter trips)
4. Sleeping pad – inflatable and / or foam (use both for winter trips)
5. Pillow (if desired)
6. Day Pack (smaller bag for during daytime activities)
7. Mess Kit with utensils and cup
8. Scout Handbook
9. Card/board Games, football, soccer ball, etc
10. BSA Ten Essentials:
    1. Refillable water bottle
    2. Rain Coat or poncho (Rain pants recommended)
    3. Compass + map
    4. Folding pocket knife (2-3″ blade, can be carried after earning Totin’ chip)
    5. Personal first aid kit
    6. Extra Clothing (fleece or puffy coat)
    7. Headlamp or flashlight
    8. Hat and sunscreen for sun protection
    9. Matches / fire starter (can be carried after earning Firem’n Chip)
    10. Trail food (Should be stored in trailer at night to avoid critters)

Troop Photo Release Form 

Date: __________________________________________________________ 

OPT IN: 

I hereby give permission to Boy Scout Troop _____, 695/8965

its committee and adult leaders to use images / photographs / videos whether a hard copy or electronic files of the persons listed below to be published on the Troop’s website, social media, in the newspaper, or in other publications and/or promotional material. I understand that these images /photographs / videos can be viewed by anyone in the world. Troop ____ 695/8695

will not list the Scouts full name in any of its own publications. I also understand that this permission is good for one year and can be revoked with a written note to the Committee. 

I am over 18, and I give permission for my image to be published. 

Print name: ____________________________________________________ 

Signature: ____________________________________________________ 

I am the parent or legal guardian of the following child(ren) under 18 years of age, and I give permission for their images to be published. 

Child’s name: ____________________________________________________ 

Child’s name: ____________________________________________________ 

Child’s name: ____________________________________________________ 

Adult’s name (print): ______________________________________________ 

Adult’s signature: ______________________________________________ 

OPT OUT: 

I do not give permission for Boy Scout Troops 695/8695

___ to publish any images anywhere. 

Adult’s name (print): ______________________________________________ 

Adult’s signature: ______________________________________________ 

Child’s name: ____________________________________________________