Important Updates
Please see below for updates for the week of 3/13:
March Camping Trip [BACKPACK INSPECTIONS] - March camping trip deposits are $30 and are past due. Troop shirt colors for the trip are Navy Blue for Saturday AND Light Grey for Sunday. Please be at the parking lot at 5:30pm on Friday.
Campership Applications - Summer camp costs are ranging from $640-670, and we understand that the amounts are extremely costly. We are encouraging all families attending summer camp to fill out a campership application which can reduce the cost of summer camp up to $555. Campership Application. Please fill the application out by MONDAY, 3/11/24 so we can ensure it gets approved. DO NOT FUMBLE THE BAG!
Summer Camp Merit Badges - Scouts, please prepare your Summer Camp Merit Badge sheets by circling the merit badges you would like to complete during each hour.
[Advancement Opportunity] First Class Emphasis Day - Free event on Saturday, March 23. Please see attached fliers for more information as well as the mandatory pre registration sign up link, as well as the attached permission slip.
Wood Carving Unit - Please bring a pocket knife with you and a design for your slide that fits into a 4-inch by 4-inch square. Those bringing knives should have Totin’ Chip cards.
Europe Trip 2025 Update: - We are accepting a 2nd round of bookings for The Norwegian Cruise of the Europe Trip. The cruise has now increased their booking price from $1000 to $1375. To secure your spot, please bring your passport and a $250 deposit this meeting.
You are expected to attend a minimum of 6 Camping Trips per year in order to be a part of Troop 253. However, our expectation is that Scouts attend all camping trips. It is also required that you attend shopping.