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New to Troop 234? This is everything you need to know to get started.

First Meeting Info

When: Mondays, 7:00 to 8:30 PM
Temporary location: New Creation United Methodist Church
4320 Bruce Road, Chesapeake, VA 23321
Uniform: Not required first night

Location update: Effective immediately, we are temporarily meeting at New Creation while we find a new long-term meeting location. Our previous meeting church has closed its doors. Check the troop calendar before your visit for any updates.

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Your First Night

Arrive 10 minutes early
Bring a water bottle and notebook
Parents stay first 15 minutes
Scout will be paired with a guide or patrol leader

What Parents Should Know

Meetings last about 90 minutes
Parents do not need to stay
Campouts happen monthly
Communication is through Slack (adults) and BAND (scouts)

How to Join

Attend a meeting
Complete BSA registration
Submit medical forms (Parts A & B)
Pay dues

Required Forms

Parts A & B required for all events
Part C required for 72+ hour events

Open Medical Forms

Gear Information

You provide: uniform, handbook, personal gear

Troop provides: tents, stoves, training

Costs and Dues

BSA Fee: ~$85/year
Troop dues: $15/month
Join fee: $25

Advancement Path

Scout → Tenderfoot → 2nd Class → 1st Class → Star → Life → Eagle

Merit Badge Info

100+ badges. 21 required for Eagle.

Open Merit Badge Guide