Category Archives: Leadership

Eagle Scout’s life is all about service

Posted on January 10, 2019 by Janet Mathis

Special Agent Stuart Zeigler earned his Eagle Scout rank decades ago with Troop 35, and he’s been serving his community and country ever since. Zeigler has traveled all around the world, including protecting former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley. “BSA, … Continue reading →

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Troop 35 helps with Christmas Sharing

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Janet Mathis

Scouts from Troop 35 packed food boxes for Christmas Sharing this week at Gary United Methodist Church. The food will go to families in need in Community Unit School District 200. Christmas Sharing serves families in District 200 with food, … Continue reading →

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Wreaths are here; Webelos welcomed

Posted on November 17, 2018 by Janet Mathis

If you ordered a wreath from Boy Scout Troop 35, you should see it on your doorstep in the next week or so. If you still need some greenery for holiday cheer, the scouts will be selling outside the following … Continue reading →

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Troop 35 learns about aviation at AirCamp 2018

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Janet Mathis

Troop 35 joined thousands of other scouts in a jamboree-style camping weekend filled with aviation-themed activities at AirCamp 2018. Scouts camped at the Chicago Rockford International Airport, where some even took flight. Pilots from the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) took … Continue reading →

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Court of Honor ceremony

Posted on September 17, 2018 by Janet Mathis

Dozens of scouts received a new rank and merit badges at this fall’s Court of Honor ceremony. From the Scout rank to the highest rank of Eagle, Troop 35 recognized them all. Congratulations scouts!

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