Rover Training is designed to be progressive, with each level building on the previous one.
Admission to the Rovers Association Upon application, men of at least 18-years of age shall agree to abide by the Scout Promise and Scout Law. Each candidate will undergo a telephone interview to see if he is suitable to Rovering; and upon approval and taking the initial investiture, shall be known as a Squire.
Brownsea Training Camp As soon as practical (and not to exceed 6-months), Squires attend a 48-hour duration, Brownsea Training Camp. This experience provides basic instruction all members are required to know. Upon successful completion, the Squire is entitled to wear the Squire Badge.
Squire Training Under the mentorship of a Rover, Squires read and study Scouting for Boys, and Rovering to Success; study the Scout Promise and Scout Law as they concern Rovers, applying them in a spirit of unselfish service to life in general; and finally, undertake a series of Rover Quests.
Vigil and Presentation of a Rover Upon a minimum of 6-months service as a Squire in training, and successful completion of all Squire Training; Squires undergo a process of self-examination in the form of an overnight Vigil. The next day, the Squire undertakes a special Investiture ceremony called The Presentation of a Rover, where he reaffirms the Scout Promise, which is essential to emphasize the fact that as a Rover he is undertaking certain definite responsibilities.
Rovers are expected to continue additional training, which broadens their knowledge of Rovering. Available training includes qualifying for the Rambler Badge, undertaking a special project, providing service to others, outdoor skill development (Woodcraft), first aid training, qualifying as a Rover Instructor, and successfully completing the Rover Leader Training Course.