Join Troop 215

FAQ

Is prior Scouting experience required?

Nope!

Do I need to live in Coachman's Trail neighborhood?

Nope!

What is the religious affiliation of the Troop?

None, Troop 215 is chartered by Coachman's Trail Homeowners' Association.

All Scouts are expected to follow the principles of the Scout Law and Scout Oath.

If I am 13, is it too late to earn Eagle Scout?

Many have joined at 13 and been successful on their trail to Eagle Scout. 

• https://www.quora.com/Is-age-13-too-late-to-join-BSA-and-attempt-to-reach-Eagle-Scout

How does my Scout join Troop  215?

1. Visit!

   • If you know someone, plan with them the day of the visit.

   • If you are new, please email us at raleightroop215-leaders@googlegroups.com to let us know which meeting night.

2. Register your Scout with the BSA and join as a member of Troop 215

3. Purchase the following:

   • Uniform shirt from the Occoneechee Scout Shop or the online Scout Shop.  Note: There are used shirts in our Troop Gear Closet at the clubhouse.

     • Occoneechee Council patch

     • World Crest Scout Emblem patch

     • World Crest Ring patch

   • Belt

   • REI Co-op Sahara Convertible Pants (Dark Army Cot) - Our Scouts have better success with these REI pants over the Scout Shop counterpart.

4. Troop 215 provides the following:

   • Troop 215 Unit patch

   • Shoulder epaulets

   • Neckerchief and slide

   • Scout book

5. Depending on the time of year of joining, the Fall or Spring Troop Dues are not required given step 2.

6. Parents, to volunteer, see below.

How do I register as an Adult Volunteer?

The following link will allow you to sign up with Troop 215 and pay the registration fee in order to volunteer:

• Register with Troop 215 as an adult Volunteer (yearly)

• Background: https://ocscouts.org/bsa-national-annual-membership-fees-and-new-process-announced/

How often does Troop 215 meet?

Troop 215 meetings follow the traditional Wake County School schedule and are hosted at Coachman's Trail Swimming Pool on Mondays at 7:30pm.

How often does Troop 215 do events?

Generally,

• Second weekend of the Month - Activity / Campout

• Fourth weekend of the Month - Hike (~10 miles)

• Service is sprinkled amongst the months depending on the time of year.

What does Troop 215 do during the summer break?

Each year, the troop rotates through the following summer camps depending on availability and PLC choices:

• Camp Raven Knob (2026, 2029, etc.)

• Camp Daniel Boone (2025, 2028, etc.)

• Camp Powhatan (2024, 2027, etc.)

• Note: Depending on the age of the Scout, each of these camps offer High Adventure programs.

Each year, the troop also has a High Adventure camp selected:

• Philmont Scout Ranch

• Seabase (2025)

• Northern Tier

When do leadership (Patrol Leader's Council) and adult committee meetings occur?

Every second Monday of the month, the Patrol Leaders Council meets at 6pm before the normal 7:30pm meeting.

Additionally on this day, at 7:30 pm of this meeting, the Scout Leaders and Scout Parents meet for the adult committee meeting to reflect on what the PLC (patrol leaders' conference) planned for future activities.

Do I need a backpack right away with joining Troop 215?

No, when joining Troop 215, take your time and get your hiking legs at the monthly hikes and get a feel for how the monthly outings progress.  Some of the outings are super easy "backpacking" treks that allow for gear checks, gear education, and preparation for the much longer AT and MST treks.

Additionally, near the holiday season, is a gear swap with current Scouts who have outgrown their gear that is in a usable state.