Vulcan Camporee 2016 Report

Vulcan Camporee 2016 Report

Feb 22, 2016 | Campout

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you combined scouting with the Olympics? The scouts of Troop 97, both young and old, have always visited the Vulcan District Camporee at Tannehill Ironworks Historical Park for a special “Scout Olympics.” Troops from...
40,000 steps at Oak Mountain

40,000 steps at Oak Mountain

Jan 26, 2016 | Event

It is estimated that it takes 2,000 steps to walk a mile.  On Sunday morning at 5:00 AM, 26 Scouts and Adults showed up to take a Walk in the Park at Oak Mountain.  They were on the trail by 6:45 AM with rest stops at 9:30 and 1:30 and completed their 20 mile goal by...
Open House is January 20th

Open House is January 20th

Jan 11, 2016 | Event

Crossing over to Boy Scouts is a big step for Webelos and Parents.  To help with the transition Troop 97 will have an Open House on Wednesday, January 20th at 7:15 pm to not only welcome you to Boy Scouts but also help with transition. During the Open House meeting...
Boy Scout rank requirements have been updated for 2016

Boy Scout rank requirements have been updated for 2016

Jan 7, 2016 | Uncategorized

In 2015 the Cub Scout program got a big updated to the requirements for the different ranks. In 2016 it’s the Boy Scouts turn. It’s not as drastic as the Cub program but some of the biggest changes in Boy Scouts are: Number of required camping nights has increased...
Walls of Jericho Report

Walls of Jericho Report

Dec 12, 2015 | Campout

Have you ever wondered what it is like to witness something out of the Bible? On October 3rd-4th 2015, the Boy Scouts of Troop 97 did experience the Walls of Jericho, a magnificent rock face that has stood for a long time. The campout required backpacking, so the boys...