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Troop 55 is based in the Grove, Pennsylvania area. We are part of the Lenni Lenape District of the Chester County Council. If you would like to join our troop, stop by one of our meetings held on Tuesday nights at 7:00PM. We are easy to find, just look for us at the Grove United Methodist Church, 490 West Boot Road.
» Upcoming events
7/5 Sheldon’s Eagle Ceremony @ 2PM
7/12 Summer Camp
8/14 Camping & Beach Trip
more upcoming events
 
Camping Trip to USCG Training Center in Cape May, NJ

The troop will be camping at the US Coast Guard Training Center in Cape May, NJ from Friday, August 14th through Sunday, August 16th.  Cost will be $20 per person.  Families of Troop 55's Boy Scouts are invited, along with Webelos II Scouts from Packs 55 and 86, and their families.
Check out the pictures from last year's trip, then click our Event Sign-up link to register.
Summer Camp is Approaching Quickly!

Medical Forms . . .
Please get your forms (2 copies) with current information and signatures to Mr. Benyo ASAP!

Merit Badges . . .
Please contact Mr. Andrew Keyes if you have not registered with him for your merit badge sessions.

What to Bring . . .
Check out the Summer Camp Packing List on our Forms page.  Comfortable hiking boots are a must -- open-toed shoes or sandals are forbidden!  Adjust the clothing amounts to cover 8 days at camp.  Pack hangars for your uniform, becaue you will wear your Class A uniform travelling to and from camp, at evening retreats and campfires, and at dinner.  One thing not on the list -- PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CAMP CHAIR!
Put all medications and dosage instructions in a sealable plastic bag, with your son's name and "Troop 55" written on the outside in permanent marker.  An adult leader will collect these on the 12th.

Sunday, July 12th . . .
Meet in the back parking lot at Grove Church at 11 AM.  We will leave as soon as everyone is there, and all gear has been loaded in the trailer, so don't be late!  Wear your full Class A uniform, including hiking boots.  Bring your best Scout Spirit and you will Be Prepared to have a great week at camp! 


Equipment Lists and Medical Forms
AUGUST MEETING LOCATIONS

The construction at Grove UMC has begun, so we cannot meet inside the building.  Check this space often for up-to-date information on our meeting locations.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

Mon, Aug 24th @ 7 PM - Committee/leaders meeting
  55 Country Club Drive; Downingtown, PA (see below)

Tue, Aug 25th @ 7 PM - PLC Annual Planning Meeting
  220 Garfield Avenue; West Chester, PA (see below)

55 Country Club Drive is Mr. Townes' office.  It is behind the BJ's Wholesale Club at the Downingtown Country Club facility.

220 Garfield Avenue is an empty warehouse near the corner of Garfield and Lincoln Avenues.  It is behind the Henderson HS parking lots.  You will need to bring a chair.
Greek Peak Photos
Greek Peak - Troop 55 Photos are available from January 2009's ski trip to Greek Peak.
Check out all the cool trips Troop 55 has been on over the last year or so!
To see a ton of pictures of our recent weekend adventures, click on the Pictures tab above.
What do you need to pack?
Getting ready for that weekend camping trip?   Just click on the Forms tab and download the weekend camping list.
For Fun and Adventure, Join Troop 55. Its Where You Belong.
Get ready for extreme fun and adventure as a Boy Scout. With the guys in your Patrol, you're about to experience the ultimate.

As a Boy Scout, you'll step up to outdoor adventure - like taking kayak trips, setting up a campsite, and hiking mountain trails. You might study astronomy, build a rope bridge, or even organize your own rock band. The Boy Scouts put it all out there for you.

How do you get started? Well, first you have to belong.

Stop by at our meetings, see our calander just to the left.
Scouts At Work, Seriously!

Troop 55, spent a beautiful autumn morning cleaning up Boot Road between Rt. 100 and Phoenixville Pike.  Troop 55 has adopted this section of road way through the Pennsylvania State Adopt a Highway Program. 
Calling all Photographers!!!
Do you have pictures of troop activities? How about a picture of a certian Eagle Scout with a toad in his mouth while napping? We want your images. If you have them in digital form email them to Mr. Baumann @ bbaumann421@comcast.net. If you have hard copies of pictures give them to us and we will scan them and post them. Check out images already online by clicking Pictures in the above navigation bar.
2010 BSA National Scout Jamboree -- 100th Anniversary of the BSA

The 2010 BSA National Scout Jamboree will be held July 26th through August 4th, 2010 at Fort A. P. Hill, Virginia.  Scouts who want a chance to attend this event, celebrating 100 years of Scouting in the USA, should click the "Register Now" link on the official 2010 National Jamboree site.
Chester County Council selected
Mr. Benyo as Scoutmaster of one of our troops!


Click the Register Now Link on this Site to Submit a Youth Application for the 2010 BSA National Scout Jamboree


New Procedures for Eagle Scout Rank Applications

Chester County Council now requires Eagle Scout candidates to submit a request form for a verified Eagle Scout Rank Application.  Candidates must complete the request form on a computer, print it, and have the Scoutmaster sign it upon completion of his Scoutmaster Conference.
After the Eagle candidate has had his Scoutmaster’s Conference he needs to send his request for Eagle application in to Jessica Campbell, District Associate, at the Chester County Council. You may reach Jessica at 610-696-2900 ext 28.


Click here for the new Eagle Scout Rank Application procedures

Boy Scout Requirements 2008

Boy Scouting provides a series of surmountable obstacles and steps in overcoming them through the advancement method. The Boy Scout plans his advancement and progresses at his own pace as he meets each challenge. The Boy Scout is rewarded for each achievement, which helps him gain self-confidence. The steps in the advancement system help a Boy Scout grow in self-reliance and in the ability to help others.


For online rank and merit badge requirements click here!

Need an Eagle Project Idea?
This is a great resource for Eagle Project ideas as well as service projects.
Service and Eagle Scout Projects

Uniform Guide
This is a great guide that will help scouts get their badges and awards where they belong on the uniform.
uniform guide