ORGANIZATION
Scouts are divided into “patrols,” usually consisting of 5 to 8 boys. Each patrol has a Patrol Leader and an Assistant Patrol
Leader. Patrol Leaders are determined by periodic elections; each must be at least First Class rank and have completed
Junior Leader Training. Patrol membership and the designation of Assistant Patrol Leaders are decided by Leaders based
on rank and experience. New Scouts are typically assigned to a common patrol for their first year in the Troop.
In order to advance in rank, a Scout is required to hold one of several positions of leadership within his Troop. Those roles
are filled by election or appointment each year. In addition, Scouts are expected to perform service for their parish and
community. Traditional projects include the “Scouting for Food” Good Turn and Kiwanis River Clean-up, as well as
helping to serve the annual Cub Scout Blue & Gold Dinner. Our Scouts also help with many Parish events, including the
Feast Day Festival and Breakfast with Baby Jesus.
The Troop’s website at www.troop390.com provides access to the current Troop newsletter and calendar, as well as
permission slips, advancement forms, and other helpful information.
Troop meetings and outings are designed to provide opportunities for all Scouts to fulfill their requirements for rank
advancement. As they satisfy these requirements, they learn important skills, develop self-reliance and character, and have
lots of fun. The highlight of the year is probably our week of summer camp in the Northwoods, but other traditions include
the District’s winter Klondike Derby, spring and fall campouts, and day hikes.