Welcome to Troop 77
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America and Troop 77 is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
New Scouts and Parents
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Upcoming Events
- 01/24-01/26 - Cataloochee Snow Sports Weekend
- 02/08-02/09 - Advancement Day Saturday & Scout Sunday 2014
- 03/28-03/30 - Hightower Trail District Camporee - Bert Adams Scout Reservation
- 04/26-04/27 - Lake Winfield Scott
- 07/06-07/12/2014 - Summer Camp 2014 - Woodruff Scout Reservation
- 08/01-08/03 - Lake Lanier Aquatics Merit Badge Weekend
- 08/23-08/24 - Appletree/ Nantahala Family Camping & Rafting Trip
Signup Sheets for Upcoming Events
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Lake Lanier Aquatics Merit Badge Weekend August 1 - 3
This is an opportunity for scouts to earn 1 of 7 merit badges: Kayaking, Small Boat Sailing, Motor boating, Water Sports, Swimming, Life Saving, or Canoeing. Only one merit badge may be selected. The classes have limited space so register early to get a spot in the class.
It is suggested to consult the merit badge worksheet to review the requirements: http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Merit_Badges
IMPORTANT! A current medical form is required - there are no exceptions. All classes require each scout pass the BSA swim test.
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Nantahala Family Campout and Rafting August 23 - 24
All Troop 77 family members are welcome on this trip. However, note the weight minimum below for rafting on the Nantahala River is 60 lb. ALL BOY SCOUTS RAFTING WITH THE TROOP MUST BE SWIMMERS who can verify they have passed the BSA swim test. Swim tests can be arranged for those who have not passed or taken the BSA swim test. Non-swimmers may not raft with the Troop. Non-swimmers and/or those not rafting should travel with family, as Troop leadership will leave Sunday morning to be on the river. There will be no organized Troop activity or leadership for non-swimmers who are not rafting. *Non-swimmers must stay with family. We will have our large group rafting trip on Sunday.
Recent Events
Scout Summer Camp 2014 - Woodruff Scout Reservation
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Advancement & Activities FAQs
IMPORTANT!: Please review these Advancement and Activity Frequently Asked Questions with your Scout. This FAQ contains important information about advancement in the Troop. This is new information and represents a departure from the past in terms of what will and will not count for credit toward Scout rank advancement.
Merit Badges
There are numerous Eagle and regular merit badges that can be earned around Atlanta in classes listed on the document linked below. Check the age/rank requirements to make sure that your scout is qualified to attend the class. Also make sure that there are seats available.
Click here for a list of BSA Merit Badges and their requirements.
Click here for a list of Troop 77 Merit Badge Counselors.
Click here to read how to start and earn a merit badge.
Click here for downloadable BSA Merit Badge Worksheets.
Remember, to get started on a merit badge, you must acquire a "blue card" with the Scoutmaster's signature.
Note: It is a good idea to make periodic photocopies of both sides of the partially completed blue card. These cards are the only record the Scout or the Troop has of the work the Scout has done toward the merit badge. Any lost requirement records will have to be done again!Troop 77 on Facebook!
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