Information About Boy Scout Troop 68.
There have been several attempts during the
decades to have a Scouting Troop in Melrose, Minnesota.
The 50's, 60's, and 70's all had a troop, but they usually
lasted only a few years. In December of 1979, after a
lapse of Scouting in Melrose, several men held a meeting and
started up a Boy Scout Troop once again. This troop would
last for over 46 years. Troop 68 is currently an all boy troop.
Scout Troop 68 of Melrose meets three times a month, on the
first three Mondays of a month. They may take a month off
in the summer, depending on their program schedule. In
December, the troop will only have two regular meetings.
There is an outing each month. This may be a weekend camping
trip during the summer, or a one day trip during a winter month.
The troop does go to a week long summer camp every year, usually
in July. The troop plans a high adventure trip every three
years. These high adventure trips have included Philmont Scout
Ranch, the High Knoll Trail, and the National Jamboree.
The program is planned by the Patrol Leader's Council
(PLC). In August, the council meets to plan the program
for the next twelve months. This plan is then presented to
the troop committee by the Senior Patrol Leader. After
some discussion, and maybe a couple minor changes, the committee
approves the program. The PLC meets once a month, usually
on the fourth Monday, to plan the next month's program details,
plan meetings, and make preparations for the next troop outing.
The troop conducts four courts of honor each year. They
are usually held in March, June, September, and December.
The Scouts are recognized for their awards and achievements
during these ceremonies. Although they are held at the
city office meeting rooms most of the time, courts of honor have
also been held in the parks and even on camping trips.
For more information you may click on the following links:
Aims of the Boy Scouts of
America
Advantages of Boy Scouting
Troop Operations/Chain of Command
Committee Positions
Junior Leader Positions
Troop Finances
Boy Scout Promotions and Commercials:
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