The Patrol method was implemented by Lord Baden Powell at Brownsea Island in England. This was his vision for the scouting program. At the time, he was a respected military man. Using the things that he learned, he started the modern Scouting program as we know it today. Scouting has changed and grown to meet the needs of youth each year. However Lord Powell's original Patrol Method has stood the test of time.
Each Troop has a Sr. Patrol Leader who co-ordinates the Patrols and reports to the Scoutmaster. It is his responsibility to help the Patrol leaders to keep the Troop running smoothly.
The Patrol Leader is assigned the duties of organizing his Patrol. It is his duty to assign the Duty Roster, and see to it being carried out. As the Patrol leader, it is his job to lead by example. His name is included on the roster and he takes a turn with the chores on a regular rotation.
The Patrol also has an Assistant Patrol Leader. He is charged with helping the Patrol leader with his duties.
Most Patrols have a Quartermaster(in charge of gear and equipment), a Chaplain (in charge of Religious affairs), and a Scribe (secretarial duties).
*please view the following on a maximized screen*| DAY AND MEAL | FIRE AND WATER | COOK | CLEAN-UP | |
| SATURDAY BREAKFAST | JIM | MIKE | JOE | |
| SATURDAY LUNCH | MIKE | JOE | TOM | |
| SATURDAY SUPPER | JOE | TOM | JOSH | |
| SUNDAY BREAKFAST | TOM | JOSH | JIM | |
| SUNDAY LUNCH | JOSH | JIM | MIKE |
This is a simple example of a duty roster. The responsibilites and length of stay are altered to fit the Patrol's needs. The Scoutmaster reviews the operations of the Patrol and makes suggestions for improvement.
