Welcome
to Troop 5 …
A
GREAT SCOUTING EXPERIENCE!
In
Goals:
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Emphasize scouting skills and spirit.
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Provide a positive environment for learning and advancement.
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Focus on enjoying the outdoors through camping, hiking, and
backpacking.
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Practice Patrol method with boys leading boys.
Our Troop offers scouts
individual attention and the leadership opportunities necessary to help them
grow and advance.
Adult Leadership Is Key …
The Troop encourages adults to
participate and lead in partnership with the boys. BSA training is encouraged to ensure that our
youth are protected and safe.
Activities:
The scouts run the meetings, determine the
yearly calendar, and plan all activities.
Fun activities include:
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District Fall Camporee
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White water rafting
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Summer camp at
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Winter camping at
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Klondike
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National Jamboree in
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World Jamboree in
Fundraisers:
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Troop 5 Annual Yard Sale
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Popcorn Sales
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Candy Sales
Facts:
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Organized in 1992 and sponsored by
Bedford Rotary Club
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Reasonable Troop size
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Patrols not to exceed 6-8 boys
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Thirteen Eagle scouts
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High percentage of adult participation
Advancement:
The Boy Scout advancement program provides a
ladder of skills that a scout climbs at his own pace. Each rank has skills for the scout to
learn. Troop 5 leaders mentor scouts
through the following ranks:
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Tenderfoot
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Second class
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First Class
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Star
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Life
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Eagle
When does Troop 5 meet?
Every Monday night,
6:30 to 8:00 pm on school days
Meetings held at
Troop meetings are planned and run by the youth
leaders under the supervision of the Scoutmaster and Assistant
Scoutmasters. Parents and guardians are
invited to stay and participate.
Thank you to our chartering organization, the
Bedford Rotary Club, and our Troop meeting host,
Please contact us!
Sandy Berman, Scoutmaster
471-2588 or abermanii@verizon.net
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Fred Dollen, Troop
Committee Chairman
471-2784 or fdollen@gmail.com