Beetle, never late - just pulling up later to add something good (lol). How is your boy scouting doing? I know it keeps you busy.....
Guess I'm a bit late. Eagleone seems to have covered very well.
Your son's preparation for the crossover to a Troop & attaining the Arrow of Light will open the paths toward understanding what's presented in the book. Basically, it will be a new world to him, in that older, experienced Scouts will be guiding him toward the requirement sign-offs.
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