Troop 777 Joining Information
Welcome to Boy Scout Troop 777.  We meet at the Northminster Presbyterian Church in Diamond Bar each Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.  Troop 777 provides a well rounded scout program for boys.  We have at least one outing a month wich were selected by the boy leaders in our troop.  The outings include hikes, drive-in campouts, and each year, a snow campout, a military base outing, summer camp and a special week long activity during Easter school break.

OUR TROOP

Scouting is a boy-run program in Troop 777.  And as such, it may appear at times not to be as organized as an adult might run it.  But by being given the opportunity to be leaders, the boys become leaders.  In order to make sure that our Scouts have the greatest opportunity to mature as leaders and planners, we always encourage parents to become members of Troop 777 and learn what scouting is all about.

Advancement is also an integral part of our Troop program, both indoors and outdoors.  The requirement for badges of rank suggest plenty of troop meetings, hikes, and camp activities.  As Scouts take part in our Troop programs they learn skills and so are helped to advance.  They don’t quite automatically advance through participation, although advancement is a result of participation.  Advancement is a personal and individual thing.  Each boy advances according to his own interests, abilities, and participation.  Each boy advances by personally demonstrating his own capability.  He does not advance by being a passive participant in our Troop program.

JOINING REQUIREMENTS

The following information will provide you with the policies of the troop and the needed equipment for each Scout.  The Scoutmaster is Mr. Tom Smith.  He can be reached at 594-4686 if you have any additional questions.

To become a Boy Scout each boy must:

  1. Get an "Application to Become a Boy Scout," fill it out, and have his parent or guardian sign it.  This is a requirement for each Webelos Scout to recieve his Arrow of Light.

  2. Pay the joining fee and dues. (check with troop leaders for the cost)

  3. Get a uniform.  This should be done within two weeks of registering.

  4. Review with the Scoutmaster (called a Scoutmaster Conference) the Joining Requirements (page 4 of the Boy Scout Handbood).  This should be done within one month of registering.

UNIFORM FOR TROOP 777

The Class "A" unform except for the merit badge sash is to be worn at all troop meetings and when traveling on scout activities.  The Troop 777 T-shirt should be worn under the Class "A" shirt at all times.

Unforms and patches can be obtained from the following locations:

Old Baldy Council San Gabriel Council
1047 W. 6th Street, Ontario
Junction of 6th and Mountain
South of the I-10 freeway
(909) 983-7259		 305 Rowland Ave., Covina
Northwest corner of Rowland
and First St.
(626) 331-4612

CAMPING EQUIPMENT

If you're becoming a Scout that means that you are going camping.  What will you need on a campout?  This check list should help you.

TROOP ADVANCEMENT

All advancement requirements MUST be approved by registered Scouts ONLY.  This usually means any Troop 777 Scout who is a Patrol Leader or First Class or higher and has attended Junior Leader Training.  Parents do not approve rank requirements.  (A nice way to show pride in your sons advancement is a neckband you can order from the Mother's Pride web site).

ADULT LEADERS

You can enrich the lives of boys and make a difference in the kind of men they become by becoming involved.  Scouts with involved parents are also much more likely to become Eagles.  Please take time to read about Adult Leaders by going the the ADULT LEADERS link.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR NEW TROOP MEMBERS

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  • PHYSICAL & MEDICAL RELEASE FORMS.  The two most important pieces of information for your son.  The Personal Health and Medical Record is required to ensure the health safety of your son so we are alerted to any medical problems that he may have.  Please fill them out completely and have your family physician sign where required.  Physicals are good for three years but the personal information must be updated yearly.  For adults over 40, this is your Personal Health and Medical Record which is good for only one year.

    Authorization & Consent to Treat Minor, gives the Scoutmaster and/or his Assistant the power to have your son treated in case of an emergency while on a campout or outing.  This form MUST be signed by BOTH parents and witnessed.  Without this consent, your son WILL NOT be not be allowed to participate in troop outings.

  • Parents are asked to fill out the Troop Resource Survey upon signing up their son.

  • Parent Consent Forms for Trips and Tours are given to the Scouts about a month before the outing.  The forms MUST be signed and turned into the Troop with fees in cash on the Tuesday stated on the top of the consent form or your son WILL NOT be provided transportation.

  • Dues are $48.00 per year if paid by October 1 or $4.00 per month.  Our Troop year runs from October through September.  Dues can be paid on which ever basis is most convenient for you.  A boy CANNOT attend an outing or receive awards if he is behind in his dues.  Dues will pay for rank awards, merit badges, re-registration fees and Boys' Life.  Make check payable to Boys Scout Troop 777.

  • Yearly calendars are provided for your convenience.

  • Troop newsletters keep you advised and informed on the Troop's activities.  This web site also provides helpful information.

  • There are monthly parent's meetings with the Troop Committee; all parents are welcome.  They are usually held at the Northminster Presbyterian Church on the last Tuesday of each month and begin at 7:00 p.m.

  • NO ALCOHOLIC BERVERAGES OF ANY KIND ARE PERMITTED AT ANY TIME.