Summer Camp 2024 Information
Believe it or not, but summer camp is right around the corner. Below is information on fees. In order for the Troop to reserve our spot, we are asking a deposit of $125 to be turned in by April 10th. This deposit is required regardless if you choose the early bird option or not. The Troop must pay in full by April 10th in order to obtain our early bird discount. The balance of the scout’s payments are due by July 10th which is also the deadline for physicals to be handed in.
Fees
Early Bird: $565.00 | $615.00 = $575.00 fee if paid after April 15th + $40.00 troop fee.
Above prices include a $40.00 troop fee to cover T-shirt, Tuesday night snack, Thursday night pizza, and troop picture.
Adults – $275.00 per adult camper for each 8 scouts. Additional adults $330.00
The committee is confirming if there will be a sibling discount offered this year.
The balance of the scout’s payments are due by July 10th which is also the deadline for physicals to be handed in.
Physicals MUST BE ON THE SCOUT PHYSICAL FORM ONLY and must be filled out COMPLETELY. “SEE ATTACHMENT” is not acceptable for items such as immunizations, they must be filled out on the form. We will also need a copy of the health insurance card (front & back).
Spring Fundraiser 2024
We’re kicking off our spring fundraiser. The fundraiser is an opportunity for scouts to offset the cost of summer camp and/or monthly camping fees. Scouts are not required to participate.
February 21 – April 1
Orders are sent directly to customers beginning April 1 for a flat rate of $6.99 per order.
Products include seeds, bulbs and berries (flowers, vegetables and herbs).
Products have a Grow Guarantee.
Scouts can generate sales by sharing the link, writing email, using social media, texting, etc.
Customer orders from website Troop14.fpfundraising.com
- Customers must identify the scout that they are supporting as they complete the order so that you receive credit. See “Give credit for this order to” instructions below.
- Scouts are credited 50% of their sales (not including shipping) to be applied to monthly trips or summer camp at Camp Horseshoe.
- Orders not credited to a specific scout will be credited to the entire troop.
FYI: This is what the order screen looks like, note there is a cell to type your name in “Give Credit for This Sale To”
Thanks for Supporting Boy Scouts
Thank you to all who purchased Christmas Wreaths for our Fundraiser this year or donated to support scouting.
Open House & Camping Adventure
Boys & their parents are invited to meet Boy Scout Troop 14 – a boy-led Scout troop with over 100 years of experience preparing young men to make ethical and moral choices through outdoor adventures.
What is a boy-led troop? The boys are responsible for planning and executing all activities & meetings, from menu planning to games & outings. This helps them develop leadership skills, learn how to work together as a team, and gain confidence in their own abilities.
What are typical troop activities? The boys go on a trip almost every month via the troop bus. In the past this included whitewater rafting, kayaking, skiing, axe throwing, hiking, biking, and inter-patrol games. In July the troop attends Camp Horseshoe for a week of fun & learning.
For more information or questions, please contact us at westchestertroop14@gmail.com
2023/24 Calendar of Events
September
11 First Meeting of the Year
22 – 24 Order of the Arrow Weekend
October
16 Open House
27 – 29 Camping Weekend – Zip Lining (Open to Prospective Scouts & Their Parents)
30 Fall Banquet
November
17 – 19 Camping Weekend – Shooting Sports
20 PLC Meeting
December
18 Holiday Party
25 No Meeting
January
1 No Meeting
19 – 21 Camping Weekend – Cabin Trip
22 PLC Meeting
February
9 – 11 Camping Weekend – Eagles Mere
12 PLC Meeting
March
22-24 Camping Weekend – Hang Out Weekend
25 PLC Meeting
April
19-21 Camping Weekend – Delta Springs / TBD
22 PLC Meeting
May
17 – 19 Camping Weekend – Small Boat Sailing
20 Spring Banquet
27 No Meeting
June
7 – 9 Camping Weekend – Re-enactment
10, 17 & 24 Meeting at Park
July
1, 8 & 15 Meeting at Park
21 – 27 Camp Horseshoe
29 No Meeting / Summer Break
Off To Summer Camp!
We’re off to Camp Horseshoe!
If you want to send a letter here is the address:
Camp Horseshoe Scout Reservation
Camper’s Name / Troop 14
1286 Ridge Rd
Rising Sun, MD 21911
or send an email through Horseshoe’s website. Maybe you can even spot us on the webcam.
Hopefully we will be able to post some pictures of your campers in the Member Section of the site.
Strive for Five Program
The BSA is introducing a new incentive for scouts to bring a friend who isn’t already familiar with scouting – Webelos crossing over don’t count unfortunately. If that friend joins the troop, the scout will receive a limited edition CCCBSA Multi-Tool. If five new friends join the troop in total before the end of the year, the troop receives a credit towards weekend camping.
So bring your friends, tell them about our Open House happening next week and show them a good time at our camp out on May 20th.
Open House & Camping Trip
West Chester Troop 14 will be hosting an Open House on Monday, 05/08 from 7:30 – 8:45 pm at the United Methodist Church, 129 S High Street in West Chester, PA 19382. We would love for Webelos to see a typical Scout Meeting and meet the troop.
Additionally, we would like to invite Webelos and their parents to join Troop 14 for an outing at Camp Horseshoe, and spend the night or head home after a day off adventure, including a cookout by the campfire. – Please note that a parent will have to accompany the Webelos for the camping outing, which will take place on Saturday, May 20th at Camp Horseshoe.
Prospective scouts get the chance to see how meetings and camping trips are conducted.
For more information or to let us know you would like to join the troop on this fun adventure, please contact us at westchestertroop14@gmail.com
