General Info
Hawkeye Area Council District: Three Rivers
Meeting Place: St. Joseph Catholic Church hall
Troop Type: Boys Only
Troop Age: 40+ years
Approximate number of scouts: 20
Contact info to set up a troop visit for prospective scouts: cell # 319-360-2466
Troop Leadership
Who leads troop meetings? Mixed
Leadership positions: Elected by scouts
New leaders selected: Yes
How often are activities outside of troop meetings planned? once a month
Does your troop provide Den Chiefs to Cub Scout packs? Yes
Packs: Pack 68
Troop Program
Is a troop calendar available? Yes
Where can it be found? Scoutbook
How often are troop meetings? weekly
How often are troop camp-outs? monthly
What type of camping do you do? Summer camping, In Council, Canoeing, High Adventure (13 and older), Camporee
Are there any age or rank restrictions? for some campouts, otherwise no
Do they have a theme, merit badge, or rank requirement focus? depends on the campout. Usually a variety.
Does the program change from year to year? changes
Advancement
Number of Eagle Scouts: about 5 a year
Troop Advancement Philosophy: Scout-motivated, Leader Encouraged
Activities to help with advancement: whatever the boys scouts plan / ask for at PLC
Percentage advancement in the last 12 months: 80%
Uniform
Uniform requirements: Class A shirt, Class B shirt; neckerchief and sash for COH only
Recommended number of uniforms: 1
Uniforms required for adult leaders: Yes
Financial
Approximate yearly cost to be involved in the troop: $200
What does this include? everything
Fundraising opportunities: popcorn, council cards, sweet corn sales, St Joes Fun days, Pigman
Additional info
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