General Info
Hawkeye Area Council District: Old Capitol
Meeting Place: Lincoln School
Troop Type: Boys Only
Troop Age: 50+ years
Approximate number of scouts: 7
Contact info to set up a troop visit for prospective scouts: Scoutsbsatroop242@gmail.com
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? Every other month
Does your troop provide Den Chiefs to Cub Scout packs? Yes
Packs: 0242
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? Monthly
How often are troop camp-outs? Every other month
What type of camping do you do? Summer camping, Out of Council, Winter camping
Are there any age or rank restrictions? No
Do they have a theme, merit badge, or rank requirement focus? Yes
Does the program change from year to year? Changes
Advancement
Number of Eagle Scouts: Over 100
Troop Advancement Philosophy: Priority
Activities to help with advancement: Meetings based on needed requirements, merit badge workshops
Percentage advancement in the last 12 months: 60%
Uniform
Uniform requirements: Class A for meetings events and travel. ClassB’s available
Recommended number of uniforms: 1
Uniforms required for adult leaders: Yes
Financial
Approximate yearly cost to be involved in the troop: $500
What does this include? Summer camp if they go, $5 per night camp outs, rechartering fees
Fundraising opportunities: Greenery sales at the holidays, spring and fall flower bulb sales, popcorn sales
Additional info
Anything else for prospective scouts to know about Troop 242?
Anyone welcome