I. Preamble - Venturing Code

As a Venturer, I believe that America's strength lies in our trust in God and in the courage, strength, and traditions of our people.
I will, therefore, be faithful in my religious duties and will maintain a personal sense of honor in my own life.
I will treasure my American heritage and will do all I can to preserve and enrich it.
I will recognize the dignity and worth of all humanity and will use fair play and goodwill in my daily life.
I will acquire the Venturing attitude that seeks the truth in all things and adventure on the frontiers of our changing world.

II. Crew Bylaws

A. Objectives

The objectives of Crew No. 651 are to participate in the High Adventure Ranger Program.

B. Membership

Membership shall be open to all young adults of high school age who live in the surrounding area and have completed the eighth grade or are at least 15 years of age. No prospective member shall be disqualified because of race, color, creed, or gender. All members must be registered as Venturers and agree to the crew code and bylaws.

Other requirements include attainment of the rank of Star with progress towards Eagle and 30 nights of camping. The rank requirements may be waived when warranted if equivalent experience is shown. Members should also show maturity and Scout spirit, and show the ability to actively work for the good of the program. All prospective members shall be interviewed by the Venturing Officers Association.

C. Officers

1. The elected officers shall be president, two vice presidents, secretary, and treasurer. The president, with the approval of the Advisor, shall appoint activity chairs and make other assignments as needed. The duties of the officers shall be as prescribed in the Venturing Leader Manual.
2. The normal term of office shall be for six months following Troop 651's schedule.
3. No member shall serve more than two successive terms in the same office.
4. The president shall appoint a nominating committee, which shall consist of three members. The committee shall interview and present a complete slate of candidates who have agreed, if elected, to serve to the best of their abilities.
5. On the night of the election, nominations may be presented from the floor by an member. If the nomination is seconded and the candidate agrees to serve, he or she must be included on the ballot.
6. All contested ballots shall be secret.

D. Crew business

Crew business will be conducted under the principles outlined in Robert's Rules of Order. Voting on all issues will be by simple majority, with the exception of changes or amendments to the bylaws, which will require a two-thirds vote of the total membership. A quorum shall consist of one more than the majority of members for votes on routine business.

E. General meetings

General meetings will be held on the first and third weeks of each month. The day will be decided by the membership at the beginning of each school year.

F. Officers' meetings

Officers' meetings will be held at least once a month, prior to and at a time and place different from the first crew meeting of that month.

G. Newsletter

The crew will publish a newsletter every other month, which shall include all meeting dates and other information of interest to the membership. The newsletter will serve as the historical record of the crew.

H. Dues

There are no dues, but instead everything will be pay as you go. Fees for activities shall be paid in advance to the treasurer or the activity leader. Advancement awards will be presented only after payment for the awards.

I. Money-earning projects

All money-earning projects must be approved by a majority vote of crew members. Members who do not participate in a project are not entitled to any benefits of the funds earned. All money-earning projects must be approved by the Advisor and meet Boy Scouts of America requirements.

J. Additional bylaws

1. The uniform consists of the official BSA Venturing uniform, except that trousers shall be khaki in approximately the shade of the Boy Scout khaki shirt. If the uniform is not worn, clothing worn shall be appropriate for the activity.
2. All bylaws and policies of Troop 651 are incorporated in these bylaws except where they conflict.

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