SCOUT TROOP 539
KINGS PARK WELCOMES YOU!
NEWS
02/14/2020 through 02/16/2020
Winter Ice Fest
Our Scouts participated in Ice Games and Competitions, Winter Hikes and more. We stayed in a cabin located in an area of the campgrounds originally utilized by Philmont-based Mules during the off-season!
01/24/2020 through 01/26/2020
Polar Bear Campout
Our Scouts tested their Scout Skills in activities against other troops and tested their preparedness, braving the elements while tent camping in January.
Cyber Chip Training
Parents and Leaders, please be aware that your Scout must complete the Cyber Chip Requirements for their current grade level prior to commencing work on technology-based merit badges (i.e. Digital Technology, Photography, etc.).
Join Us!
The Troop is a member of the Suffolk County Council, Matinecock District.
Our Troop meets every Tuesday night at the Wm. T. Rogers Middle School cafeteria, except on those days when the school is closed. The meeting is held from 7:00 to 8:30, the opening ceremony begins at 7:15. etc.).
EVENTS
03/28/2020 through 03/29/2020
Backpacking Trip
Scouts will backpack to and from the campsite with all the gear they need for the weekend
Permission slip and payment is due by
March 10
04/17/2020 through 04/19/2020
Bike and/ or Hike Camping Trip
The name says it all. We will also be doing Totin' Chip, Firem'n Chit and other Scout skills with newly bridged Webelos Scouts.
Permission slip and payment is due by
March 31st
05/15/2020 through 05/17/2020
Zip Line Adventure
Zip lines, ropes course and tent camping.
Permission slip and payment is due by
April 28th
05/23/2020
Flag Placement at Calverton Nat'l Cemetery
We will participate in the annual placing of flags beside each and every grave marker in our national cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day.
05/25/2020
Memorial Day Parade
All Scouts are strongly encouraged to participate and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice by participating in our town's parade and wreath laying.
Community Service Events
05/23/2020
Flag Placement at Calverton Nat'l Cemetery
05/25/2020
Kings Park Memorial Day Parade
Troop Handbook
Click here to access the Troop Handbook.
Troop Code of Conduct
Click here to access the Troop Code of Conduct.
Be Prepared!
Please download and review the following document for important Camping Gear, Clothing and Packing Tips:
COLD WEATHER CAMPING CHECKLIST
Permission Slips
Here is a link to all of our upcoming event permission slips