- About Us - Troop Overview - Documentary Video - Troop 8 in the
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Volunteer Info Methods of Scouting In the Boy Scouts of America
scouting program, there are 8 "Methods" used to achieve our
goals of citizenship, character, and fitness. St. Thomas Troop 8
has an additional goal of "learning," which also sets us apart.
How each troop implements the 8 methods and what emphasis they
place on each determines the character of the troop. Some
troops, for example, will place a larger emphasis on the outdoor
adventure program, while others will focus more on uniforming
and advancement/award programs. The Eight Methods Are: Ideals
and Values The ideals and values contained in the Scout Oath and
Law. The St. Thomas Troop 8 program is firmly grounded in ideals
and values, but in a quiet way. While we use the Scout Oath and
Law as tools to get boys to think about such things, our view of
ethics and values in the Catholic tradition goes well beyond
such simplistic