Frequently Asked Questions

This Website
How do I get an account for this website? (a username and password)

At the beginning of each year we will create accounts for the parents of new members, an automated email gets sent out with instructions on choosing your own password. If we missed you or you'd like another account created for any reason that's no problem,

with your name (and your youth's name) and we'll set you up.

How do I change my password?

Once you are logged in, follow these steps:

  1. Click on "My Account" from the "Site Navigation" menu on the left.
  2. Click on the "Edit" tab.
  3. Type in a new password.
  4. Type in a the new password again for the confirmation.
  5. Press Save.
Miscellaneous
Who should cheques be made payable to?

Unless otherwise specified, cheques should be made payable to First Bedford Group Committee - Scouts Canada for things like registration, fund raisers and other event costs.

Where should badges be placed on the uniforms?

For Beavers, visit the

resource page, download the Adobe Acrobat file and look to the seventh page.

For Cubs, visit the

resource page and download the Adobe Acrobat diagram.

For Scouts, visit the

resource page and download the Adobe Acrobat diagram.

When and where does your group's various sections meet?

How do I register my son or daughter with the 1st Bedford Scout Group?

Every year we have a registration night in early September. We usually decide this date at our last group comittee meeting (usually in May or June), details of the registration night are on the front page of this website over the summer.

This year we contacted our returning members over the summer and gave the option of an early registrion by mail. That was pretty successful and we'll likely continue with that approach next year.

If you've missed the registration night for this year,

, there may still be room.

Does the 1st Bedford Scouts group admit both boys and girls?

Yes. Scouts Canada has had completely co-ed programs since 1998.

Where can I get uniforms and related products?

The website to view the products available and sizing information is located at

. If you order from the website, you will be charged about an $8 delivery fee.

If you call the Saint John NB Scout Shop they will send your ordered items to the NS Provincial Scouting office here in the HRM free of charge. You can contact the Saint John Scout Shop here:

  • Email:
  • Phone: Toll-free 1-866-535-6556
  • Fax: 506-646-9122
  • Address: 201 Union Street, Saint John, New Brunswick E2L 1A9

* Usually it only has taken 2 to 3 days to transit from the Saint John Scout Shop and thus it is recommended that you call about 3 business days after you order your items to inquire if they have arrived. The contact information for Scouts Canada-Nova Scotia Provincial Council is:

Scouts Canada

84 Thorne Ave.

Dartmouth , N.S.

B3B 1Y5

                                                                              Tel 902-423-9227 or 1-800-557-7268

                                                                             Fax 902-423-7989, nsoffice@scouts.ca 

My question is not listed here, who can I ask?

We're working on adding more information to this FAQ, in the meantime please

and ask your question!

Leaders
Where can I access Leader Handbooks on-line?

 All Section Leader Handbooks can be found on-line at

What are the Expectations of Scouts Canada for Adults in Scouting?
Adults in Scouting:
 
- Respect the rights and dignity of themselves and others.
- Demonstrate a high degree of individual responsibility, recognizing that at all times their words and actions are an example to other members of the Movement.
- Act at all times in accordance with Scouting Principles, thereby setting a suitable example for all.
- Do not use the Movement to promote their own beliefs, behaviours or practices where these are not compatible with Scouting Principles.
- Act with consideration and good judgement in all interpersonal relationships, both inside and outside Scouting.
- Respect everyone's right to personal privacy at all times.  Scouters take special care when sleeping, changing clothes, and bathing are associated with any Scouting activity.
- Avoid unaccompanied and unobserved activities with youth members wherever possible.  Remember, "in earshot and in vision."
- Avoid potentially compromising situations by ensuring, where reasonably possible, that at least two adults are in attendance while supervising and/or accompanying youth members.
- Realize that bullying, physical, verbal or cultural abuse, sexual harassment, neglect or any other type of abuse, is unacceptable conduct by any member of the Movement.
(please read the full Duty of Care Policy of Scouts Canada as found on-line at  )
 
Woodbadge Training:
 
 Woodbadge Training is the training program for Scouters offered by Scouts Canada.   The program has two parts, Woodbadge 1 and Woodbadge 2.  This training is very important for Leaders in Scouting and Scouts Canada expects new Leaders to accomplish Woodbadge 1 training in the first year and a half after joining as a Leader.  Here is info about  Woodbadge Training:
 
"Woodbadge I is the official name of the training course designed by Scouts Canada to support Scouters to develop competence, confidence and enable you to effectively carry out the mission of Scouts Canada." (on-line at )
 
Woodbadge 1 training consists of 3 sections: Core, Section Specific and Outdoor Skills.   It does not matter which order you take the 3 sections of Woodbadge 1, you just have to complete Core, Section Specific and Outdoor Skills to earn your Woodbadge I certification.  Core is an evening session and has free registration, Section Specific and Outdoor Skills Training are all day events and cost $8 each to register.
 
This year there are numerous opportunities for Woodbadge 1 training, throughout the HRM as listed on-line at
 
The registration cost of  Woodbadge courses are re-imbursed by our Group Committee.
 
An excellent description of the Woodbadge Training Program and it's history is found on-line at:
 
On-Line material applicable to Woodbadge Training is found on-line at   in the For Scouters Home section.
 
For instance, the Program Standards for all the Sections in Scouting is found at:
 
 
Program Resources for all Sections are found at:
 
An important list of on-line links important for Scouters is found at:

Woodbadge 2 is the final section of Woodbadge training.  You can take the Woodbadge 2 course after one year of experience as a Scouter, completion of all the sections of Woodbadge 1 and upon recommendation of your Zone Commissioner.  Woodbadge 2 is a program that runs for two full weekends, usually in the fall and is seperated by Section (you take the training in Colony, Pack, Troop or Company). 

Upon completion of Woodbadge 2 you are given your 1st Gilwell Scouting Group necker and your Scouting Beads that you wear with your Leather Woggle you earned with completion of Woodbadge 1;  these insignia demonstrate your full completion of the Woodbadge Training program and your membership with the 1st Gilwell Scouting Group.  Upon accomplishment of Woodbage 2 training you are also know as a Gilwellian or Wood Badger.  The program for Woodbadge 2 is found on-line at:

The 1st Gilwell necker and beads can be seen on-line at:
 
Upon the conclusion of your Woodbadge 2 training, you go for your 'Gilwell Walk.'  During my Gilwell walk I got the chance to see an original copy of Baden-Powell's first manual for Scouting entitled Scouting for Boys: A Handbook of Instruction in Good Citizenship.  I was intrigued about the history of this book and found it on-line at:
 
One of the things I wanted to do was the chance to read this book, and in the few minutes during the Gilwell walk we could not read the entire book.  But we can now on-line.  The entire text has been posted in pdf format on-line at  (this is a site maintained by Scouts Eh!). 

Yours in Scouting,

Jim Quinn aka Rusty

Contact Leader, Colony B

What is Woodbadge I training and where can I find information about Woodbadge I training opportunities?

The calendar for Woodbadge Training is available on-line at:

Upon completion of Woodbadge I training you earn the leather woggle to wear with your necker.

"Woodbadge I is the official name of the training course designed by Scouts Canada to support Scouters to develop competence, confidence and enable you to effectively carry out the mission of Scouts Canada." (on-line at

)

Woodbadge I training consists of Core Training, Section Specific Training and Outdoor Skills Training. The first Core Training opportunity is on 28 Oct 09. Core is an evening session and has free registration, Section Specific and Outdoor Skills Training are all day events and cost $8 each to register.

This year there are numerous opportunities for Woodbadge training, throughout the HRM as listed on-line at

Importantly, it is the expectation of Scouts Canada that new Leaders take their Woodbadge training within the first year and a half of joining as a Leader. The registration cost of the Woodbadge course is re-imbursed by our Group Committee.

How do I obtain a Criminal Record Check with HRM Police to be a Leader in Scouting?

For instructions on obtaining a Criminal Records Check, see the "In Person" section on this page

, of the HRM Police website.

For volunteers such as with Scouting, the cost of Criminal Record Checks is $30. Note on the application that you are requesting this Criminal Record Check to volunteer with Scouting and you will receive the reduced rate. The Group Committee will re-imburse you your cost for the Criminal Record Check once they receive your receipt.

Please note that as of December 17th, 2010, all PRCs need to be applied for through the Police Services to ensure that an application includes the Vulnerable Sector check. The NS Council, will not be accepting any new myBackCheck (online) applications.

What Forms are required for Scouting Activities and where can I find Scouts Canada Bylaws, Policies and Procedures?

In reference Scouts Canada policy regarding the Forms required for activities away from regular meeting placed such as Field Trips, please read the following article available on-line at

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The Bylaws, Policies and Procedures of Scouts Canada are available on-line at
 
Woodbadge training in an ideal opportunity to learn the details and application of the Bylaws, Policies and Procedures of Scouts Canada.
Scouts
Scout Activity and Challenge Badge Requirements

The Scouting program is centred around 4 core program elements including 1) Leadership, 2) Citizenship, 3) Personal Development and 4) Outdoor Skills.

Activity badges are awarded for each of these program elements and are linked to three achievement awards: The Voyager Scout Award, The Pathfinder Scout Award and the Chief Scout Award. Generally the Patrols work towards each of these awards as a group. 

Challenge Badges are award for personal achievment in a number of subject areas including Athletics, Outdoors, Home and Family, Personal Development, Science and Technology, and Environment.  

The Core program recognition Scheme is outlined int he Canadian Scout Handbook on pages 62 and 62.

All Activity and Challange Badge requirements can be found in the Canadian Scout Handbook. Activity and Challange Badges are displayed on the Scout sash. Details on badge placement can be found in the Reference Material Section. 

Requirements can also be found on-line at the following link 

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Parents are encouraged to be aware of the award scheme and actively encourage and work with the youth to assist them in achieving the various goals.

As leaders we require signoff from parents/guardians on badge work completed at home.