To the Parent
This manual contains valuable information about Boy Scout Troop 80. It is intended as an information source for potential, new and current Scouts, leaders, and parents. As with all manuals of this sort it will need to be updated when appropriate. Updates will appear in the form of a letter from the Scoutmaster or Committee Chair. If you have any questions concerning the information contained in this manual please contact the Scoutmaster, an Assistant Scoutmaster, the Troop Committee Chair, or any member of the Troop Committee.

Scouting is a rewarding adventure for both parents and boys. Scouts learn skills that will last them a lifetime. Boys find out about camping, nature, companionship, leadership, and becoming good citizens. Parents will observe their sons mature and grow in skills and confidence.

All this takes time and effort donated by the Scoutmasters, the Troop Committee and other parents. You can help Troop 80 continue to be a success, and help your son to be a successful Scout, by donating some of your time and talents to the Troop. You will not only get pleasure and satisfaction from this, but you will also increase the benefits your sons as well as others get from their Boy Scout experience. The operation of a Boy Scout Troop is wholly dependent upon the services of parent volunteers.

Troop 80 was first chartered in 1964 and sponsored by St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. St. Francis also sponsors Cub Scout Pack 80 for younger boys and Venturing 80 for older boys and girls.

The key to success of our Scout organizations is the willing participation of volunteer adults, a supportive charter organization, and a bunch of enthusiastic kids.

For a list of training opportunities available to adult leaders in Scouts click here.