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Expert Profile: FPiccil

Expertise:  Six Years Scoutmaster, Three years Cubmaster, three years WEBELOS Den Leader, Trainer for: Scoutmaster Fundamentals, WEBELOS Ldr Training, youth leader training. Wide variety of Scouting experiences to include WoodBadge.
Credentials: - WoodBadge (SR51, elected Permanent Patrol Leader) - Scoutmaster Fundamentals (Council) - WoodBadge Staff (SR-394) - Scoutmaster Outdoor Training (Philmont) - Youth Protection (multiple) - International Program Course (Philmont) - Instructor at University of Scouting (1994-19990 - WEBELOS to Scout Transition - WEBELOS I - WEBELOS II - Youth Leader Training Course - Representative on Council International Committee - 18 Eagle Scouts in the last 8 years.

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What do you like about this subject?  Scouting provides a mechanism for youth to grow and mature within a discrete set of ethical and moral standards described in the Oath, Law, Motto, and Slogan. It represents a brotherhood that spans ethnic, religious, and racial boundaries and provides a framework for the development of leadership skills in youth that would otherwise not be given t
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?  Being a Scoutmaster has been been one of the most challenging and delightful experiences I have ever had. It is my hope to continue in this capacity for a number of years more. Being an Instructor at Woodbadge and a Scoutmaster for National Jamboree are two items I would still like to achieve. While both have been offered to me, the needs of
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:  Did you know that any registered Scout/Scouter can stay at Baden Powell House in London? Have you ever looked at using your State's Orienteering Society to work the Orienteering Merit Badge? Have you ever considered having your youth earn the Presidential Service awards (Silver and Gold)? Have you looked into State awards available for hiking/biking/canoeing?
Something controversial or provocative about this subject  The issues of God, Girls, and Gays in Scouting have been a topic of significant conversation and controversy in the Boy Scouts of America program. The position of BSA has been clear on these topics for quite some time. While many do not agree with the BSA position there is little to be gained by addressing these issues in this forum. While I will respond to questions regarding the position
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Prestige Points: 324
Knowledge   10.0   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   10.0   Best of the best
Timeliness   9.71   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
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Thank you for your answer. It helps to know the proper English word for the hat and the cover. I searched it on ebay and I found it.
(Rock Hyrax on 10/23/07)
thanks for your response
(Jim Dina on 08/11/06)
Thanks for a quick response and clear answer!!!
(Clarissa Pumphrer on 10/28/04)
Thank you for your quick response. My husband and I agree that there shouldn't be a limit to the number of arrow points displayed on a Cub Scout's un
(Krista Claassen on 06/17/03)
His advise had me braiding my Woggles in less than 15 minutes. Excellent.
(Lorri Noyer on 09/19/00)
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Recent Answers from FPiccil
2008-04-15  Webelos scout First, I apologize for the delay - business travel, then vacation. WEBELOS don't "normally" have a cross-over from year 1 to year 2 - which is why you are having a tough time finding one. One of the...
2007-10-01  Hat Protection I have not been able to locate the raincover for the "campaign hats" in any of the Scout catalogs. HOWEVER, I did a search on eBay using "campaign hat cover" as the search criteria and found them there...
2007-05-05  new cubmaster embarassment Bryan, Let me make sure I understand- you have a brand new cubmaster, he's nervous speaking in front of groups, so you want to make him the butt of a joke in front of over 100 people. Do you really...
2006-10-26  50-miler requirements Going on this type of trip can be very rewarding to the Scout. I really hope he enjoyed the trip and activities! Its unfortunate that there seems to be an issue with the badge, but I'll do my best to...
2006-08-10  poison Oak, Ivy sumac I'm not aware of either of the "poison plants" having recurring symptoms. Note that the cause of the rashes/itchin is the oils on the plant. The oils do not (from anywhere that I can find) cause recurring...
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