The bugler plays the bugle (or similar instrument) to mark key moments during the troop meeting, such as assembly, or on troop outings, such as reveille, mess call, and lights out. The bugler must know the required bugle calls and ideally should have earned the Bugling merit badge or be working toward earning it.

Responsibilities

• makes appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at troop meetings and activities
• sets a good example
• wears the Scout uniform correctly
• lives by the Scout Oath and Law
• shows Scout spirit