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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My daughter’s troop only meets once or twice a month…I don’t know if other troops meet more often, but it hasn’t been a problem for us with scheduling. It’s been a really positive experience for her.[/quote]

Same. We can't make all the meetings, but it's still been wonderful. They've done exciting things over the past few years like camping and slingshots, but also more personal development things like discussing stereotypes and manners and learning how to be a friend. And practical skills like lighting matches and cooking simple meals and basic budgeting and online safety. Troop dynamics and activities depend a lot on the parents who volunteer, but in general the kids who have stuck with it in my daughters' troops have benefited and grown in confidence. You also get access to summer camps.

I teach a weekend class and notice that the teens who volunteer to step up and fill a role when needed and aren't afraid to try new things often have scouting experience. Good leaders. It could be that scouting attracts this kind of kid, but I think there's more to it.[/quote]

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