Scouts in Troop 3 have lots of fun! We go on lots of trips: visiting military bases, biking trips, camping trips, etc. We do a lot of hiking and fishing, and we cook our own meals on campfires that we build ourselves. Older Scouts are involved in high adventure camping that includes whitewater rafting, canoeing, rock climbing, caving, wilderness survival, and more. Our troop is run by us, the Scouts. We decide what trips we're going to go on, what we'll be cooking, what we'll do, and what we'll take. We learn to become experts at camping, hiking, swimming, first aid, reading a compass and map, building campfires, making knots, shooting rifles and bow and arrows, using tools (knives, axes, etc.), learning how to be good leaders, and lots more! We also help out the community through service projects.

Earning merit badges in scouting helps you learn all about different careers and hobbies. There are more than 100 different merit badges that you can earn. Once you've earned a merit badge, you are pretty much an expert in it. Here are just a few merit badges available (click on each for requirements): Archaeology, Archery, Astronomy, Camping, Cinematography, Computers, Cycling, Electricity, Fingerprinting, Hiking, Indian Lore, Insect Study, Lifesaving, Mammal Study, Model Design & Building, Oceanography, Photography, Reptile & Amphibian Study, Rifle Shooting, Shotgun Shooting, Space Exploration, and Wood Carving. Once you choose a merit badge to work on, you work with a merit badge counselor (an expert in that field who has been approved by the BSA) to complete the requirements.

Boy Scouting is available to boys who are 11 through 17 years old, who have completed the fifth grade, or who have earned the Arrow of Light Award as a Webelos Scout. You'll do things in Scouts that you'd never get a chance to do otherwise. You'll make new friends, go on adventures, and make memories that will last a lifetime. We have lots of exciting trips planned in the next few years, so email Mr. Quarles today to learn more. We welcome new Scouts at anytime and at any age.

Have you ever climbed a mountain? Do you know how to save a life? Can you survive in the wilderness? Have you ever lived in a tent for a week? Do you know how to build a bridge out of a few trees and some rope?
Boy Scouts Do!

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The purpose of the Boy Scouts of America, incorporated on February 8, 1910, and chartered by Congress in 1916, is to provide an educational program for boys and young adults to build character, to train in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness.

Scouting offers a time-tested set of activities that have produced fine citizens, dedicated family members, and strong community leaders for more than 90 years.

Specifically, the BSA endeavors to develop American citizens who are physically, mentally, and emotionally fit; have a high degree of self-reliance as evidenced in such qualities as initiative, courage, and resourcefulness; have personal values based on religious concepts; have the desire and skills to help others; understand the principles of the American social, economic, and governmental systems; are knowledgeable about and take pride in their American heritage and understand our nation¹s role in the world; have a keen respect for the basic rights of all people; and are prepared to participate in and give leadership to American society.

If you're looking for a fun activity for your son that will change his life and make him a better adult, where your involvement is vital, then get him involved in Scouting.

A well-rounded boy should have involvements with his family, church, school, Scouting, band, and sports. Scouting makes time for these other important commitments.

Scouting is game with a purpose—to develop future leaders with: strong character good citizenship and all-round fitness

These eight methods used by all good troops make Scouting unique: Scouting Ideals (Promise, Law, Motto, Slogan) Patrol System Advancement Outdoor Program Adult Role Models Leadership Development Personal Growth Scout Uniform

The Troop Program of Adventure... Centers on adventure for all ages Offers special adventures for senior scouts Has an active, ambitious outdoor program for all Scouts Lets boys learn leadership by leading, not by watching Uses the outdoor program and advancement tools to teach Scouting Teaches that Duty to God is part of Scouting, as interpreted by a boy's family

You can't get what Scouting offers anywhere but in Scouting!

It's more than fun—IT'S AN ADVENTURE!

For more information about Scouting click here, or email Troop 3's Scoutmaster, Harry Quarles at hquarles@cstone.net.