New Member Information
Thank you for your interest in Scouting. Just making it to this site is a huge step. Please reach out to Committee Chair Heather Mahon with any questions that you have
Confused on the required BSA uniform or placement of patches and insignia? Check out the BSA Uniform Builder Site for more information and a pictorial guide!
At the council store in Doylestown (adjacent to the Bucks County Library), you'll need to purchase a tan shirt (short sleeve is recommended and available with male/female styling), green pants (switchbacks, which also can be shorts, are the most cost effective), BSA socks , a Washington Crossing Patch and World Organization of Scouting insignia (purple flour de lis). If your child is crossing over from Webelos and wore the tan shirt and green pants, you are likely ready to go!
***Troop 172 will provide you with the Troop Numbers, Patrol Emblem, Troop Neckerchief, and Shoulder Loops***
Remember, size up as the kids grow FAST, and if you can't sew, our adult leaders can help
BSA and Troop Policy Documents
Annual Forms:
Typical Weekend trip Gear:
T-172 provides REI Half dome 2 person tents (2 scouts per tent) for Scout use on our weekend trips.
Personal tent (only needed if a scout prefers to be solo in a tent)
Backpack or duffle bag for transporting gear (recommended 50-70L)
Sleeping bag - 20 degree (adding a fleece blanket can help on winter trips)
Sleeping pad - inflatable and / or foam (use both for winter trips)
Pillow (if desired)
Day Pack (smaller bag for during daytime activities)
Mess Kit with utensils and cup
Scout Handbook
Card/board Games, football, soccer ball, etc
BSA Ten Essentials:
Refillable water bottle
Rain Coat or poncho (Rain pants recommended)
Compass + map
Folding pocket knife (2-3" blade, can be carried after earning Totin' chip)
Personal first aid kit
Extra Clothing (fleece or puffy coat)
Headlamp or flashlight
Hat and sunscreen for sun protection
Matches / fire starter (can be carried after earning Firem'n Chip)
Trail food (Should be stored in trailer at night to avoid critters)