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Troop 373 is a chartered member of Scouting America, formerly Scouts BSA.
Scouting America Official FAQ
What age does my child need to be to join Boy Scouts?
Youth can join Scouting America if they meet ANY ONE of the following:
are at least 10 years old, currently in the fifth grade and register on or after March 1st;
have earned the Arrow of Light Award and are at least 10 years old;
are at least age 11 but have not reached age 18;
How much does Scouting Cost?
Scouting America annual registration fee: $85
Additional annual troop fee: $65
Monthly weekend outings: $20 to $50 each
Summer Camp: $550 to $650.
A Scout does not have to participate in every Weekend Outing or Summer Camp.
See the Costs page for a more detailed breakdown.
Does Troop 373 have an associated Girls Troop?
At this time, we do not have an associated Troop for Girls.
Do we need to be members of the New Hope Lutheran Church (NHLC) to join the Troop?
Troop 373 welcomes Scouts of all faiths and beliefs.
Most Scouting America Troops are chartered by places of worship, schools, or community organizations.
NHLC is our Chartering Organization and graciously provide the space and sponsorship that allows our Troop to be successful.
What happens at Troop 373 Scout meetings?
Meetings are held on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.
Agendas and Objectives are determined by the Youth, and set during monthly Patrol Leader Council Meetings.
Adult Scoutmasters provide Coaching, Mentoring, and Guidance, as needed, to Youth Leadership to help provide fun and productive meetings.
Unlike Cub Scout Meetings and Events, Troop meetings are not a family activity.
See the Troop Meetings and Patrol Leader Council sections of the Activities page for more information
What is expected of me as a Scout Parent?
Your most important duty is to support your child in their growth along the scouting journey by nurturing their natural curiosity and leadership skills!
Troop 373 runs on the contributions of our Scouts’ Adults and parents. This can be serving in a coordinator role such as Service, Fundraising, or Transportation.
The most involved positions are Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, and Committee Leadership roles.
How can Payments be made to the Troop?
Check made out to BSA Troop 373, delivered to the Troop Treasurer at a Troop meeting.
Venmo Payment @BSATroop-NewHope.
If you have any further questions, please Contact Us!
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