Registration Fees: Each Scout and Adult leader must pay a non-refundable annual registration fee. This fee pays for the Boy Scouts of America registration, a subscription to Boys Life magazine, a unique Troop 80 neckerchief, a plastic ground cloth for camping, troop operating expenses, and equipment maintenance. Replacement neckerchief fee is $10. The registration fees are pro-rated based on the month joined. New Scouts and adult leaders must pay registration fees to the Membership Chair when they turn in their completed application paperwork
Although the Troop Committee strives to keep Scouting affordable, it may be necessary to increase fees or require extra collections if a financial shortfall occurs.

The annual registration drive begins in September. Renewing Scouts will have until the second scheduled Troop meeting in October to pay their fees. If they have not paid by that meeting they will be assessed a $ 10.00 late fee each additional meeting the fees remain unpaid. In addition Scouts who have not paid will be excluded from participating in campouts and other Troop activities.
In the case of financial hardship a parent or guardian should contact the Troop Membership Chair or Troop Committee Chair to make arrangements financial assistance may be available in cases where a boy would not be able to participate in Scouting.

Monthly Dues: The monthly dues currently are $2.00. This is money that is used to fund events, awards, and other operating expense of Troop 80. This is an expense each individual Scout should pay from his allowance or money he has earned. Dues are to be paid monthly at the first Troop meeting of the month. The Scribe will collect the patrol dues. The Troop Committee Treasurer is the Scribe's advisor. The Troop Scribe will keep the records of payment and turn in the money to the Treasurer. Eagle Scouts are exempt from paying monthly dues.
Camping Costs: Each Scout pays to cover the cost of camping trips. Because the money collected for camping expenses gets redistributed in several directions, Scouts are to bring their money in $1.00 bills in labeled envelopes. It is very difficult to make change for large bills. Checks are not acceptable for this purpose.

1. Food: Each patrol will plan a menu, develop a shopping list, and collect money to purchase the food. This is normally between $8.00 & $10.00 for a weekend.
2. Transportation: This is money collected by the Transportation Coordinator and is given to the adults driving to help defray the cost of operating their vehicle. The amount depends on the length of the trip but is usually $5.00 to $10.00 per Scout. All Scouts pay the fee, even if they are riding with their parent. Adult drivers pay no fee, but adults who are riders pay the same amount as the Scouts.
3. Special Event/Activity Costs: This is money that is collected to pay for any admission fees, entry fees, or other costs that will depend upon the nature of the special event. Once the troop has paid for an activity, there is no refund.
Long Term Camping: Summer Camp is normally a seven (7) day camp. Fees for 2002 were $ 140.00. Fees may vary from year to year. Fees for some classes are additional (leatherwork, basketry, etc.). Payments for summer camp can be made in installments as directed by the Troop treasurer. Winter Camp is normally a five (5) day camp and usually costs around $50.00. High Adventure trips are individually costed. The leader of the High Adventure trip will establish payment deadlines.
Spending Money: Going to and coming from a weekend campout the Troop will normally stop for drinks and/or snacks. A small amount of money (less than $10.00) should be sufficient for a normal weekend campout. Long term camping can involve some out of pocket expenses. The amount of money to bring and the anticipated expenses will be discussed as part of preparation for camp. Please ensure that spending money is brought in small denominations.