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Dear Parent(s) of New Scouts,
You and your son have embarked on the Scouting adventure in Troop 965.
As the Scoutmaster, I want to welcome you and help you get acclimated to
the Troop. For 100 years, the Boy Scouts of America has offered a program
which weaves lifetime values into fun and educational activities which
assist parents in strengthening their son’s character, developing him as a
good citizen, and enhancing his fitness and self-reliance. Our charter
organization, St. Juliana Parish, has sponsored Troop 965 since 1932 -
nearly 80 years! The parish provides us with a regular place to meet,
support from the staff, and storage facilities.
When my oldest son started in Boy Scouts over ten years ago I was pretty
confused about how the Troop operated, so this Guide is designed to help
you and your son get off to a great start. The Boy Scout experience can be
as rewarding as you and your son want it to be. For our part, the leaders of
Troop 965 will provide conditions for having a fun and challenging Boy
Scout experience. You and your son will need to do your part to make it
happen, too. Being a Scout can change a boy’s life in amazing ways. The
boys will learn about being an American citizen, being comfortable in the
outdoors, and about challenging themselves to grow as young men - all
while having a lot of fun! Without a doubt, they will build confidence in their
abilities and gain memories to last a lifetime.
Please contact me if you have any questions. All of Troop 965's leaders are
firmly committed to providing a positive Scouting experience for your son.
Sincerely,
John Pelrine
Scoutmaster
773-594-9555
Scoutmaster’s Welcome to Troop 965
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