Advanced Training Course for Leaders of
Adults
Boy Scouts of the
Philippines
The Rover Scout Program
“Rover Scouting is the
progressive journey from
adolescence to adulthood,
encompassing one’s duty to GOD,
Others and Self through the use of
the Scout Method.”
“Rovering is a Brotherhood of the open-air and service.”
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
Objectives of Rover Scouting
The following educational objectives were prepared for this particular
age section, established according to the knowledge, skills and
attitudes that young people could reasonably be expected to have
gained in the various areas of development by the end of that age
section.
• Contribute to the education of young adults in a non-
formal way through a value system based on the
Scout Oath & Law.
• Contribute to the moral and spiritual uplift of young
adults while respecting their religious convictions.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
Objectives of Rover Scouting
• Assist young adults in developing decision-making skills and
accountability.
• Provide a specific method by which young adults may become
self-reliant.
• Prepare young adults for service during emergencies.
• Provide young adults opportunities to develop their physical
fitness.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
Objectives of Rover Scouting
• Prepare young adults for leadership in the Boy Scouts of the
Philippines.
• Train young adults in skills for socio-economic development.
• Prepare young adults for responsible citizenship.
• Provide opportunities for active leadership and participation
in community projects that will promote environmental
development and healthful living.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
Objectives of Rover Scouting
• Promote desirable Filipino customs and traditions.
• Provide young adults opportunities to develop awareness of
family responsibilities.
• Cooperate with kindred youth groups and other agencies in
worthwhile undertakings.
• Promote international relations as a means to understanding
peace and brotherhood.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
How to Organize A Rover Circle
• Any institution or a group of responsible and committed citizens,
desirous of helping young adults in their formation, writes or calls the
Local Council expressing their desire to sponsor a Rover Circle.
• The Local Council Scout Executive visits and confers with the head of the
institution or group of citizens, explaining the functions and
responsibilities of the Sponsoring Institution of the Unit/Circle.
• As the institution agrees to adopt the Rover Scouting program, the
process of organization formally starts.
• An organizing committee, selected by the institution, meets to plan the
organization of the Circle.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
How to Organize A Rover Circle
• The organizing committee finalizes by electing or appointing the
Institutional Committee, composed of an Institutional Representative
and at least 2 or 3 members, the Institutional Head (IH) as Chairman.
• The Institutional Scouting Committee meets to appoint a trained Rover
Leader and 1 or 2 Assistants. If no trained leaders are available, training
can be arranged with the Council Scout Executive
• After the training, the adult leaders will then recruit young adults ages
16 to 24 to form the Rover Circle
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
How to Organize A Rover Circle
• The Institutional Representative files the formal Application for Unit
Registration (AUR) to the Council Office.
• The Local Council through the District/Area scouting Committee prepares
the Rover Circle Leader for installation and assists the young adults in their
Membership Badge requirements prior to investiture.
• Upon approval of their application, the Sponsoring Institution receives the
charter and the Circle Officers and members receive their annual
membership certificates in an Investiture and Installation Ceremony.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
Circle / Radian / Team / Operating Committee
For administrative purposes, Rovers are formed into Radians (4-
8 members) and registered annually as a Rover Circle (at least 12
members in at least 2 Radians, but not more than 5 Radians with
8 members each). They are also formed into ad hoc groups called
Teams for specific purposes.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
Circle / Radian / Team / Operating Committee
Operating Committees assist the Circle in its various functions:
1. Activities Committee – advises the Circle on different activities or
projects that it may undertake.
2. Standards Committee - advises the Circle on how individual or
team projects may be assessed for the granting of points to be
earned.
3. Ways and Means Committee – advises the Circle on how to raise
funds and/ or procure equipment or materials.
4. Other committees may be formed when necessary.
Scouts of the Philippines – The Rover Scout Program
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