Scouts BSA Troop 207

General Info

Hawkeye Area Council District: Old Capitol

Meeting Place: School year Coralville Elementary, Summer Coralville Methodist

Troop Type: Boys Only

Troop Age: since 1925

Approximate number of scouts: 15

Contact info to set up a troop visit for prospective scouts: KELLY NANCY HAYWORTH


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? varies hiking, biking, visits

Does your troop provide Den Chiefs to Cub Scout packs? Yes

Packs: 207


Troop Program

Is a troop calendar available? Yes

Where can it be found? Electronic copy e-mailed to parents and scouts

How often are troop meetings? 1 /wk

How often are troop camp-outs? goal once a month

What type of camping do you do? Summer camping, In Council, Out of Council, Winter camping, High Adventure (13 and older), Camporee

Are there any age or rank restrictions? no within scouting guidelines

Do they have a theme, merit badge, or rank requirement focus? generally

Does the program change from year to year? yes


Advancement

Number of Eagle Scouts: > 25

Troop Advancement Philosophy: we care for the advancement of each scout

Activities to help with advancement: varies

Percentage advancement in the last 12 months: 90


Uniform

Uniform requirements: shirt and scarf

Recommended number of uniforms: 1 at least

Uniforms required for adult leaders: Yes


Financial

Approximate yearly cost to be involved in the troop: goal $10 per campout sumer camp

What does this include? everything for the event

Fundraising opportunities: pop corn, Christmas wreaths


Additional info

Anything else for prospective scouts to know about Troop 207?

a small troop that is rebuilding. High adventure at least every other year

 

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