General Info
Hawkeye Area Council District: Red Cedar
Meeting Place: Cedar River Ward Blue Jay and 42nd St NE
Troop Type: Boys Only
Troop Age: 35 Years
Approximate number of scouts: 8
Contact info to set up a troop visit for prospective scouts: Call Terry Eaton 319-981-3167
Troop Leadership
Who leads troop meetings? Mixed
Leadership positions: Appointed by adult leaders
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: 17
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? 3 times a month
How often are troop camp-outs? Once a month April thru October
What type of camping do you do? Summer camping, In Council, Out of Council, Backpacking, Canoeing
Are there any age or rank restrictions? Ages 11 to 13
Do they have a theme, merit badge, or rank requirement focus? Yes
Does the program change from year to year? generally the same
Advancement
Number of Eagle Scouts: over 50
Troop Advancement Philosophy: Support the young men on their Eagle goal
Activities to help with advancement: Whatever is needed
Percentage advancement in the last 12 months: 100% of those active in the Troop
Uniform
Uniform requirements: Shirt and neckerchief
Recommended number of uniforms: one
Uniforms required for adult leaders: Yes
Financial
Approximate yearly cost to be involved in the troop: The church picks up the cost except uniform and book
What does this include? All camp fees and badges
Fundraising opportunities: None at present
Additional info
Anything else for prospective scouts to know about Troop 017?
We will not be renewing our charter in 2020