Sometimes timing is everything!

It was just pure coincidence that our Scoutmaster had a similar discussion at an Outdoor Skills training session where the instructor pointed out the misconception.

After a few emails about some possible rewording options, we have decided the simplest option is to simply strike the language from the troop policy manual and then include proper use and care in our instruction, just as we would for folders. The BSA's wording would be included and we's ask the scouts to show us their knifes for review, just as we do for folders.

This has to be formally approved by the troop committee as it's a change in the policy, but it's a positive step forward on this small by important issue.