The_Rule_Book - Brooklyn Scouts, Wellington

2011 Edition
PART H
ROVER SECTION
127. THE ROVER CREW
(a) The aim of the Rover Programme is: -
To encourage the self development of young adults between the ages of 18 and
26 by providing an active and balanced programme of:
• Service to Scouting and to the community
• Outdoor pursuits
• Continuing skill development
• Social interaction
The organisation and management of the Programme is based on Crew
decisions, which are implemented by the Crew Executive.
The programme must complement the aims and principles of the Scout
Movement as set out in rule one "to encourage the physical, mental, spiritual
and social development of young people so that they may take a constructive
place in society".
The programme will provide opportunities for:
• Individual enjoyment
• A wide range of challenging activities
• Service to Scouting and the community
• Learning and self development
• Outdoor pursuits and social interaction
(b) Conditions of Formation: -
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(v)
The Rover Crew is the operational unit in the Rover Section. Each Crew
(other than special service crews) forms part of a Scout Zone and is similar
to a Scout Group for communication and representation purposes.
A minimum of five active members committed to the aim of the Rover
Programme is recommended as necessary for the establishment of a Crew.
The Rover Crew is registered at National Office
A Crew may include all three branches of Scouting (i.e. Land, Sea and Air).
(c)
(d)
Special Service Crews: With the approval of the National Rover Leader a Rover
Crew may be formed, for special purposes (e.g., campsite service). Such Crews
will observe the normal rules relating to Crew membership, uniform and
investiture.
Crew Administration: Each Crew will run its own affairs and will be required to
adopt a constitution or set of operating rules based on a standard constitution
available from the National Rover Leader and will submit it and any subsequent
amendment to the Zone Leader when applying for registration.
These will include: -
(i)
Name.
Part H Rover Section - Page 69