Our ever-popular Kankakee campout will be held on June 10-12 and the signup will be live tomorrow, 6/1.

We will need lots of chaperones for this event in order to meet the scout leadership requirements. The good news is it is close, so come for just the bike ride, and stay one night, both nights, or just for dinner after the drop off.

Here is a link to the company that provides the boating trips – https://www.reedscanoetrips.com/

Be on the lookout for the signup 6/1.

Thanks

Troop 24 Event Planners

Please remember that our Spring Court of Honor is tonight, Thursday, May 26th at 7:30 pm in the Social Hall at Riverside Presbyterian Church. Scouts should wear their full uniform including scarf and sash if you have one. Bring family members and a refreshment to share. Scouts who would like to participate as candle lighters or flag bearers should arrive 15 minutes early.

The Village of Riverside’s annual Memorial Day program will be held on Monday, May 30 at 10:00 am at St. Mary’s church, 126 Herrick Rd, Riverside, IL 60546.

Troop 24 has been asked to help honor the U.S. Servicemen who have given the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. Scouts of Troop 24 will form the Color Guard as well as several other roles. Scouts are required to be in full Class A uniform including neckerchief, slide, and scout pants.

The service will be held at the St. Mary’s Parish Center and scouts should arrive at 9:25 am for a brief rehearsal before the 10:00 am service. Please meet at the main entrance to the gym. Families are encouraged to attend this moving ceremony to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day.

Scouts who plan to participate please sign up HERE. Scouts will receive one service hour credit for volunteering at this event.

Questions? Contact Scoutmaster Tom Hartwig at thartwig@olparks.com.

We have changed the start time of our Spring Court of Honor to 7:30 pm this Thursday due to the Preschool Graduation Ceremony at the church.
Here is the information post again with the corrected times:

In place of our usual Thursday troop meeting, there will be a Court of Honor on May 26th, starting at 7:30 p.m. in the Riverside Presbyterian Church Social Hall. Scouts who wish to participate as color guard, candle lighters, etc. should arrive at 7:15 p.m.

In the Boy Scouts of America a court of honor is a troop activity where scouts and their families come together to get their awards and have a good time together. It is important for the scout’s family members to be there for their scout receiving his rank advancement, merit badges, and other awards.

Troop 24 holds two Courts of Honor each year–one in the fall and one in the spring. We expect that all scouts participate in these events, unless there is an unavoidable conflict. Scouts should dress in full uniform, including their scarf and merit badge sash (if they have one). Please no jeans or athletic apparel.

We also ask that each scout have at least one parent or grandparent present. Parents as well as scouts come forward when rank advancements are announced.

We need refreshments for the reception after the ceremony – please bring your items to the kitchen off the church social hall. We need adult volunteers to help set up and clean up. If you can volunteer, please e-mail committeechair@troop24riverside.com.

In place of our usual Thursday troop meeting, there will be a Court of Honor on May 26th, starting at 7:30 p.m. in the Riverside Presbyterian Church Social Hall. Scouts who wish to participate as color guard, candle lighters, etc. should arrive at 7:15 p.m.

In the Boy Scouts of America a court of honor is a troop activity where scouts and their families come together to get their awards and have a good time together. It is important for the scout’s family members to be there for their scout receiving his rank advancement, merit badges, and other awards.

Troop 24 holds two Courts of Honor each year–one in the fall and one in the spring. We expect that all scouts participate in these events, unless there is an unavoidable conflict. Scouts should dress in full uniform, including their scarf and merit badge sash (if they have one). Please no jeans or athletic apparel.

We also ask that each scout have at least one parent or grandparent present. Parents as well as scouts come forward when rank advancements are announced.

We need refreshments for the reception after the ceremony – please bring your items to the kitchen off the church social hall. We need adult volunteers to help set up and clean up. If you can volunteer, please e-mail committeechair@troop24riverside.com.

The deadline for signing up for several troop events is approaching. Please sign up ASAP if you plan to attend Summer Camp at Camp Tesomas or the Millbrook Horse Ranch Campout. For more information and the sign up form, please click the links below:

Summer Camp Sign Up deadline May 15

Millbrook Horse Ranch Campout deadline noon May 15

Swimming Merit Badge Class – scouts will return from the campout in time for this merit badge class!

Please remember to contact our Camp Coordinator Rachel Schrier to pay for summer camp and select merit badges for camp!