Any boy who has completed the 5th grade and is at least 10 years old, or is 11 years old, or has earned the Arrow of Light Award and is at least 10 years old , and under 18 years old, is eligible to be a Boy Scout.
The Scouts and Scouters (registered adult volunteers) of Troop 172 believe in, and practice, the following basic principles of Boy Scouting:
· Development of character.
· Development of citizenship.
· Physical fitness development.
Most importantly, we have FUN doing things with other Scouts. The activities are focused on learning and using skills necessary for camping outdoors. However, these skills can be applied to many other activities throughout life. Scouts of Troop 172 develop confidence and self-reliance by making their own decisions and practicing leadership in a democratic forum.