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Welcome to Downingtown Troop 23!

BSA Troop 23 has been helping youth in Downingtown and Coatesville walk their "Trail to Eagle" since 1965. Over that time, the world and advancement requirements have changed, but Troop 23 has maintained it's goal to instill and instruct ways to "Be Prepared" for all that life may bring.

Troop 23B is an active, medium-large troop for boys, participating in monthly camping trips, regular service projects and yearly Summer Camp and High Adventure experiences. In 2019, Scouts BSA allows for the creation of girl specific Troops. Central Presbyterian Church agreed to add another charter for a girl specific Troop 23G. 

If you are interested in becoming involved in Scouting and part of Troop 23, please e-mail us or better yet join us at Central Presbyterian Church (100 W Uwchlan Ave, at the intersection of Rt 113 and Pennsylvania Ave), in Downingtown, PA for our weekly Troop meeting, Thursday nights from 7:30 - 8:30pm.

Scribe Notes from Circle Up 11/7/2024

Posted by pgroben on Nov 12 2024 - 8:35am

  • 10 Scouts and 5 adults assisted CPC at the Rise Against Hunger. Church members wanted to extend their thanks to the 23 Troop(s) for their help to make over 10,000 meals.
  • Connor Groben's Eagle Court will be held on November 23rd, 2pm @ PARC. Please RSVP by 11/16/24
  • Glenn Lipton is aging out of the Troop
  • Thursday, November 14th - Scouts working on Personal Management MB with Mr. McGovern, Please meet at CPC at 6:30pm
  • Wreaths Across America - December 14th @ Hopewell Methodist Church 11:00am ceremony, followed by placing of wreathes in graveyard across the street. Please wear Class A uniform.
  • Henry Johnson and Robbie Osgood will be holding their Eagle Scout Court of Honor on November 30th at 4:30pm
30 of 51 (59%) registered Scouts in 23B in attendance

Signup for November Webelos Invitational Trip!

Posted by pgroben on Nov 4 2024 - 11:04am

Please complete the Google form for The Annual Webelos Invitational camping trip to Camp Horseshoe By this Wednesday (11/6) if you are going on the trip (or not). This trip, and active Troop participation, is one of the most important reasons that Troop 23 remains one of the strongest Troops in the area! We have once again secured access to the rifle range and COPE Course, and are working on other activities and stations throughout the day. Sign up right away so that you don't miss out on the fun of this annual tradition!

Scribe Notes from Circle Up 10/24/24

Posted by pgroben on Oct 29 2024 - 8:39am

  • No meeting for Halloween
  • 2 tents and 1 tarp needed to be returned to Billy 
  • Patrol leaders need to talk to Billy and let know if their taking home or leaving coolers 
  • Registered Adults must do YPT as soon as possible
  • Scouts needed for Rise Against Hunger at CPC, Nov 3rd from 8:45am to approx. 1pm (wear full class A)
  • Form for November camping trip due on the November 6th. Menu planning on 7th
    • A separate form will be available for the Cubs attending
  • Henry Johnson and Robbie Osgood will be holding their Eagle Scout ceremony on November 30th at 4:30
    Connor Groben will be holding his Eagle Scout Court of Honor on the 23rd of November
32 of 51 (62%) registered Scouts in 23B in attendance

Scribe Notes from Circle Up 10/17/24

Posted by btrainor on Oct 22 2024 - 5:56pm

  • Wreath sales are closing next week!
    • Sales directly help add money to your scout account for camping trips and other events
    • Order forms are due back by October 24th
    • If you have any questions, contact Mr. or Mrs. Blankmeyer
  • Rise Against Hunger is holding an even here at the church on Sunday, November 3rd
  • Anyone who has a partial in radio merit badge talk to Mr Blatman
  • Anyone who’s doing personal-management merit, please do part 1 before next week
  • Henry Johnson and Robbie Osgood will be holding their Eagle Scout ceremony on November 30th at 4:30
  • Conner Groben will be holding his Eagle Scout Court of Honor on the 23rd of November
  • Anyone who has troop gear, please return it to Billy Blankmeyer(current troop quartermaster)!

33 of 55 (58%) registered Scouts in 23B in attendance

Scribe Notes from Circle Up 10/10/24

Posted by btrainor on Oct 17 2024 - 8:22pm

  • Wreath sales are closing in two weeks!
    • Sales directly help add money to your scout account for camping trips and other events
    • Order forms are due back by October 24th
    • If you have any questions, contact Mr. or Mrs. Blankmeyer
  • Parents/adults need to complete their yearly youth protection training
  • Anyone who is shopping for the October trip, make sure to get you checks!
  • Rise Against Hunger is holding an even here at the church on Sunday, November 3rd
  • Make sure to come to the church at 5:45 for the camping trip on Friday the 18th
  • Anyone who still has troop gear from the September trip, please return it to Billy Blankmeyer(current troop quartermaster)!

22 of 55 (40%) registered Scouts in 23B in attendance

Scribe Notes from Circle Up 10/3/24

Posted by btrainor on Oct 17 2024 - 8:22pm

  • Wreath sales are underway!
    • Sales directly help add money to your scout account for camping trips and other events
    • Order forms are due back by October 24th
    • If you have any questions, contact Mr. or Mrs. Blankmeyer 
  • A new patrol leader is still needed for snurtle.
    • If you would like to fill the role, please speak to Mr. Powell
  • Parents/adults need to complete their yearly youth protection training 
  • Sign Ups for the October trip!
    • Weekend of October 18-20
    • The Arrow of Life Scouts from Pack 23 will be joining us
    • The trip will be cooking themed
    • Sign ups are due by October 9th.
    • Register Here: https://forms.gle/2ShUT3ZXFT9MRiRS9
  • Menu planning is happening next week for the October trip. This trip will have a cooking competition so make sure to show up and help plan your meals.
  • Anyone who still has troop gear from the September trip, please return it to Billy Blankmeyer(troop quartermaster) next week
  • OA ordeal was conducted last weekend at the September Fellowship Weekend. Congratulations to everyone who completed their ordeal!

21 of 55 (38%) registered Scouts in 23B in attendance

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