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Council What is the process that adult volunteer leaders must do to complete their criminal background check? I've been away from Scouting for years, but can I get my records from your Council? What are the BSA policies regarding participation in political rallies or events? How can I be prepared for severe weather? How is the council prepared for severe weather at its camps? What is the Rule of Four? Can I donate to the Boy Scouts Online? What is the Council's refund policy?  How do I get a refund? Are there any guidelines for unit Internet web sites? Where can I find Scouting clip art? Activities What is Anniversary Month and when is it? Advancement How long does it take to be approved as a Merit Badge Counselor? What are the requirements to be a Merit Badge Counselor? How do I become a Merit Badge Counselor? Camping When is a tour permit required for a Scouting activity or trip? What is the lottery? How do I make a reservation to camp on council property? What are the eligibility requirements for a Campership? How do I apply for a Campership? Finance What is Friends of Scouting? When does Friends of Scouting begin? Training Where can I find information on Safe Swim Defense or Safety Afloat training? Does the council provide Red Card training? Why am I not showing as trained on my unit roster even thought I completed training? Is there a pre-requisite for taking Boy Scout Introduction to Outdoor Skills? What training courses do I need to be considered trained? Do I have to pre-register for adult leader training? Where do I locate information about the Challenge Course, Rock Climbing, Tipi, Pioneer Kit, and Pressurized Fuel training? Does Adult Leader Training ever expire? Youth Protection: If a person is not a volunteer for the Boy Scouts of America, can he or she still take the training online? Youth Protection:  How long is Youth Protection Training valid? Youth Protection:  I took Youth Protection online, but did not receive confirmation that I completed the training.  Should I get an email back with my completion certificate? Youth Protection:  Is the online training different from the current video based training? Youth Protection:  What is a passing grade on the test to be completed at the end of the training? Youth Protection:  How long will it take to complete Youth Protection training online? Youth Protection: Will the online training replace the existing training conducted by our volunteers?