Wreath Sale 2024 RecapTroop 17's annual Wreath Sale was a great success! The wreath factory ran smoothly and we had many Scouts volunteer for sales and delivery shifts. We would like to thank Mrs. Jenquine and all of the parent volunteers for the time and effort they dedicated to the sale. We sold over 200 wreaths! Well done, everyone. It looks like more than seven Scouts sold over 15 items and have earned the opportunity to pie Scoutmaster Radics!
The top five sellers were: Robert S. $1,370 Will D. $1,065 Joe & Jack R. $ 820 Tommy F. $ 685 Jack & James S. $ 660 |
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About Troop 17
Want to join? Have questions? Contact troop17shorthills@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events
- Thursday, December 26
- Thursday, January 2
- Thursday, January 9
- Friday, January 10
- Saturday, January 11
- Sunday, January 12
- Monday, January 13
- Thursday, January 16
- Thursday, January 23
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Event/Trip Registration
Register Now: Freeze-O-Ree, January Campout
Our next Campout will the the Freeze-O-Ree at 10 Mile Scout Camp on the 10-12th of January. This campout offers the chance to earn your Totin' Chit and Firem'n Chit badges: tool safety and fire skills which are needed to rank up. Weather permitting, we'll try our luck with ice fishing on the frozen lake. Engage in the Shelter Building Challenge to test your survival skills, and enjoy a scenic hike around the lake. Instead of sleeping in tents, the scouts will be staying in cabins. This Campout is open and highly recommended for all Scouts, this weekend promises skill-building, adventure, and lasting memories.
Where: 10 Mile River Scout Camp, Narrowsburg, NY
Departure: Friday, January 10th at 6:00pm, St. Rose parking lot
Return: Sunday, January 12th at 9:00am, 10 Mile River Scout Camp
Cost: $35
What to Wear: Class B required, Warm clothes: Winter jackets, hats, gloves, winter boots. Avoid cotton, and dress in layers.
Activities & Gear: Winter camp activities/hike, standard camping gear, hiking gear, day pack.
Food/Beverages: Scouts should eat dinner Friday before leaving. Patrols will be cooking meals on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday.
Registration Closes: Wednesday, January 8th
Register Now: 2026 Philmont Trek
If your son (or you) wants to attend Philmont 2026, a $200 deposit is required before Thanksgiving.
Please note the deposit is non-refundable.
Philmont is a great experience for Scouts and parents alike - lots of beautiful scenery, wonderful hikes, amazing campgrounds (in many different ways!) and fun activities.
Where: Philmont Scout Ranch, New Mexico
When: Both treks arrive at Philmont June 30, 2026
Trek: 7 or 12 days
Age: 14, or 13 and have completed 8th grade
Crew Size: 5-9 Scouts, 2-4 adult leaders (8-12 total)
Leadership: 2 adult leaders per crew required minimum, 4 adult leaders maximum.
Cost: ~$3,000 per Scout for Philmont and flights, with slight discount for adult leaders. Cost will depend on flights and fundraising. Final costs will be communicated as soon as we firm up the attendees and trip options after the initial deposit has been made.
Deposit: $200 due 11/26/24
