Outdoor/Activities Coordinator

Duties:

Secures reservations for troop activities/camp outs, coordinates transportation, process Tour Permits and necessary paperwork required to conduct the outdoor program. Appointed by the Committee Chair and serves at the satisfaction of the Committee Chair, Scoutmaster, and the Troop Committee. 

Reports to: Committee Chair

• After the PLC's annual calendar has been approved by the Scoutmaster and Troop Committee this person will work closely with the Scoutmaster to make necessary reservations to accommodate the planned activities.
• Secure permission and reservations to use camping sites and facilities.
• Coordinates with the Treasurer to ensure camping fees are paid.
• Maintain map library for use in making copies for camp out drivers.
• Secure Tour Permits for all troop activities.
• Attend Troop meetings when Permission Slips are due and collects Permission Slips.
• Serve as transportation coordinator for troop outings.
  • Ensure enough drivers are available for each outing.
  • Prepare maps and driving directions for drivers.
  • Publish a driving roster for each outing.
  • Identify emergency contact person for each trip.
  • Keep Tour Leaders Binder updated and in the hands of the Tour Leader for each outing. This includes the annual update of Medical Forms prior to Summer Camp.
  • Work with Database Coordinator to ensure council has updated drivers/vehicle list for Tour Permits.
• Promote attendance at troop camp outs, district/council activities (camporees, expos, etc.), and summer camp to reach the goal of one outing per month.
• Promote the National Camping Award.
• Keep Tour Leader(s), Scoutmaster, and Committee Chair updated on any issues or potential problems.
• Report to the Troop Committee at each meeting.