The Details

The Troop's adult leaders, Scoutmaster and Committee members, are all unpaid volunteers, most of whom have sons in the Troop.

Within the Troop, the boys, ages 10 1/2 or who have completed 5th grade, through 18 years old, are divided into patrols of 8 boys, lead by a scout who is the Patrol Leader. At its' weekly meetings, the patrol works as a team for advancement of the scouts, on camp outs and in games and contests.

Troop meetings are planned and conducted by the boy leaders under the coaching and guidance of the adult leaders. This is the part of the program that helps the scout to grow, to make decisions and take an active part in making the troop program successful. A typical troop meeting consists of an opening ceremony, instruction in Scout Skills, such as first aid, fitness, citizenship, or some other aspect of Scouting; advancement reviews, a game period, and closing ceremonies.

From the boy's point of view, Scouting is a game that takes him out-of-doors for camping and hiking, and gives him a chance to learn new skills and be recognized for them. Boy Scouting also provides plenty of fun with old - and new - friends. From a parent's point of view, Boy Scouting is all of this and more. It aims to strengthen the boy's character through precept and example, to make him an aware, participating citizen, and to enhance his physical, mental, and religious development.

The Troop program consists of a monthly camp out or hike, service projects such as a food drives, activities such as a Religious Retreat for Scouts, a sports challenge (such as a basketball game) vs. another Troop, or a Government Night (where the Scouts have the opportunity to conduct a Board meeting of the Village government).

Overall Boy Scouts has nothing but a positive effect on boys. Check in your area on how you can enroll in Scouting and help the future grow.