BSA Troop 1707

So much to announce so little time at our meetings to cover all the important announcements.

Ever had something to inform the Troop about?

Try our web announcement page.  Here you can let everyone in on the details of your announcement.  Plus the scouts and thier parents that were not able to attend the meeting, will be able to get your information.  Just send an email to Scoutmaster Jeff.  Please include the information you want to share so that it will be presented as you desire.

Thanks!

Philmont 2013- What's Philmont anyway?

From a Scout:
After getting back from Philmont I had a chance to think about the trip and the activities I did. After examining myself I found that I had changed. Now, I had more respect for nature, God and my friends. I not only changed physically by getting stronger, but also mentally: I had much more respect for people, places and things. – Brian, DAC, 624-C3
 
From a Scoutmaster:
As the years wore on … I started noticing some VERY IMPORTANT things:
·         First, nearly all the Scouts that went to Philmont with me stuck with the program, only age-graduating out.  
·         Second, most of them also made Eagle too. [These first two points, by the way, included Scouts from neighboring Troops that went to Philmont with me.]  
·         Third, my Philmont Scouts were those that also attended most of the Troop's other high adventures too.
·         Fourth, my Philmont Scouts are my most legitimate instructors, looked up to and paid attention to by all my younger Scouts.  
·         Fifth - just like me - virtually all of my Scouts who attended Philmont listed it as their Number 1 most important, life-altering experience in Scouts. - Dr. Bob Klein, SM-111, Arlington, VA

If interested in Philmont or any high adventure see Mr. Mathews or Mr. Kelley at our regular meetings.

• Summer Camp is 9 months away.

• Prepare for Summer camp with the proper gear.

• Decide on your merit badges for Summer camp.