Cub Scout Pack bridging ceremonies mark the end of a boys Cub years, and the start of his experience in Boy Scouts. Most families look forward to bridging with anticipation, understanding this symbolic rite of passage means childhood is being left behind. Their Scouts will soon be challenged to grow as leaders, while developing character, …
Boy Scout Sunday
The twelfth point of the Scout Law is "a Scout is Reverent", and in the Declaration of Religious Principle, Scouting "maintains that no member can grow into the best kind of citizen without recognizing an obligation to God." Scouts celebrate their duty to God the Sunday on or just prior to February 8th. On this day the movement celebrates …
Klondike Campout
The Scouts of Troop 115 enjoyed a weekend of cold weather camping at Camp Marin Sierra that was sadly short on snow cover. This trip is normally the Scout's opportunity to pitch a tent on snow and spend the day building igloos, but the warm weather was better for shirt-sleeve hiking and playing cards in …
Winter Camp, January 2015
Troop 115 joined in on Winter Camp with the Scouts of Troop 121 at Taylor Ranch in Auburn. After arriving around 8:00 am, the boys of Infinity Patrol set up camp, and explored the grounds before gathering for an opening flag ceremony. They relaxed in camp until lunch time, and made some tasty sandwiches! After …
Sportsman’s Expo Youth Fair
The Golden Empire Council hosted a hall at the Sportsman's Expo Youth Fair, presenting the adventure of Scouting to guests who stopped in. In addition to a pinewood derby track, jumbo Jenga, tents, kayaks, BB range, ATV's and push karts, youth and adults had an opportunity to try the Laporte Archery target launcher. Watch for …
Christmas in January
The Troop 115 Scouts joined their sponsor Troop 121 in supporting the Salvation Army with the annual "Christmas in January" donation drive. Thanks to the generosity of the Granite Bay community and parishioners of St. Joseph Marello Parish, the Scouts were able to fully load a trailer with clothing and household goods. The Salvation Army explains; …
Advancement Process
The current Guide to Advancement describes the process as "a means to an end, and not an end in itself". It's one of several methods meant to expand a Scout's knowledge, skills and abilities through "experiential learning" that requires active participation. Want to learn how to climb? Spend some time on a rope! Hope to be …
Organization Meeting, December 8th
The organizing committee for Troop 115 held a recruiting meeting on December 8th to introduce the troop, present the goals for Scouting at St. Joseph Marello, and outline the opportunities for leadership and annual program events. The unit received a fantastic show of support, and several adults volunteered for positions on the Unit Committee. More …
What Makes A Trained Leader?
The percentage of registered leaders in GEC who have completed their basic training is about 30%, a surprisingly low number given the importance of their role in Scouting. These leaders are entrusted with the responsibility of growing tomorrow's leaders with exceptional guidance, mentoring, coaching, and instruction. And as the tag line proclaims; "every Scout deserves a …
Boy Run?
A Scout Troop is a learning laboratory for leadership, where boys are given the opportunity to apply skills of planning and communication in positions of increasing responsibility. Two key positions are Patrol Leader and Senior Patrol Leader, who with guidance from the Scoutmaster plan the troop meetings and annual program during the monthly Patrol Leaders Council. …
