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Boy Scouts of America Troop 30 - Austin, Texas Login Username: * Password: * Request new password Menu Home Calendar Prospective Scouts Contact Us Troop Roster Troop Leadership Links Files Photo Albums Eagle Scout List Order of the Arrow BOR Process Leadership Credit Merit Badge Process Advancement Status About Troop 30 Online Payments Created using myTroop © 2005-2024 SOAR Welcome to Troop 30! We are an active, Scout-led and adult-engaged organization that focuses on the life skills and character development of all our Scouts. With special attention to successfully transitioning new Scouts into the Troop, each member enjoys finding his own path and pace under the guidance of a supportive adult leadership team. Our unique Eagle Enrichment program is also available to those who wish to earn the highest level in Scouting. We equally provide opportunities for parents and families to become knowledgeable of the Scouting program and involved in our Troop in a variety of ways. We purposefully designed age-based patrols so each Scout can connect with friends and learn from peers while providing Troop-wide learning and experiences so all Scouts can connect as one community. We proudly welcome new Scouts and their families and look forward to expanding our community of service-minded people by encouraging growing young men achieve their true potential. New Scout Transition Crossing over from Cub Scouts to Boys Scouts is a big achievement in every Scout’s journey. As one quickly learns, there are material differences between the two programs, and Troop 30 Scouts and Adult Leaders are prepared to ensure each new Scout has a great transition. Troop 30 also welcomes those boys who have never had a scouting experience before or are returning to the program. We provide the necessary guidance to educate and advance all boys who wish to have a life-defining experience in leadership, friendship, and skill-building. For our parents, we also have a unique program to educate on all the new language, programs and opportunities for both Scouts and their families. Learn more at our Prospective Scouts page . Engaging Troop Meetings Troop 30 meets weekly on Monday evenings (7:00pm - 8:00pm) at St. Michael’s Church. These meetings highlight different team building, training and inspirational experiences along with rank advancement, skill activities, and monthly campout planning. Troop Meetings also provide a time for older Scouts to teach younger ranks skills using the EDGE method. This helps advance younger Scouts in their knowledge while giving older Scouts the opportunity to build their own leadership style and approach. Exciting Camping Opportunities Troop 30 offers a wide variety of camping experiences for Scouts and families of any experience level. Each month the Troop works together to plan its unique campouts from backpacking at Enchanted Rock, enjoying the waterways at The Narrows, waking up on Westlake Beach, challenging one another at an overnight game lock-in or even exploring downtown Austin. Activities can include hiking, canoeing, archery, boating, shooting, fishing and more outdoor adventures that create lasting memories. No Scout should be nervous if they have limited camping experience. All Troop 30 Scouts and leaders are ready to help demonstrate how to pitch one’s own tent and cook meals on the Troop’s stoves. During the summer, Troop 30 organizes a wonderful opportunity at Lost Pines Scout Camp for Scouts to easily earn a great number of Merit Badges as well as rank advancement through the Eagle Quest” courses. For older Scouts, Troop 30 organizes one or two High Adventure camps” each year which includes backpacking at Philmont Scout Ranch, sailing and SCUBA Diving at Florida Sea Base, canoeing at Northern Tier, and packrafting at MOHAB Base Camp. Our Advancement Programs With our Path to First Class” program, new Scouts can set a course to advance at a pace most suitable for their individual desires. Our mid-sized Troop also allows for every Scout to choose which leadership role meets their needs and find new ways to demonstrate independence and responsibility. Troop 30 also strongly encourages candidates to go to the National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) to further develop and refine their leadership abilities. For those interested in achieving Eagle or even the coveted Palm recognitions, Troop 30 has an engaging enrichment program that coaches each Scout to complete their Eagle Project and successfully prepare for the final Board of Review. Giving Back Through Community Service Troop 30 has strong ties to our community which is another important cornerstone of our program. From our regular work with Mobile Loaves and Fishes to the Troop’s involvement with regular Eagle projects throughout the year, the Scouts are able to give back on a regular basis to the underserved areas throughout Central Texas. Communication is Key Troop 30 centralizes all its communication on one system making it easier for Scouts and families to track progress and keep updated on all Troop events and activities. We guide Scouts to learn effective ways to communicate on email, navigate their rank status and accomplishments on TroopMaster, as well as provide countless opportunities to present in front of others to build their verbal communication. Our Parent Volunteers We believe that if everyone does a little, a lot will get done. We are proud of our engaged parents who help all our Scouts achieve their goals. Parents can participate at campouts, teach skills at Troop meetings, become Merit Badge Counselors that leverage their personal or professional interest and even participate on Board of Reviews (advancing Scouts to the next rank). Our Adult Leaders go the extra mile to help guide the Scout Leaders. Together, all the parents enjoy seeing these young men grow and develop while having a lot of fun along the way. Want to learn more? Visit our Prospective Scouts page to understand the benefits of our mid-sized, age-based patrol organization that welcomes new Scouts from all Packs, Troop Transfers and those who are new to the overall BSA program. Ready to Connect? Contact our Scoutmaster or Committee Chair with any questions. REMINDER: TROOP 30 SWIM TEST TODAY! Posted by apisupati on May 3 2024 - 8:25am Troop Message: Please come to Westlake Country Club between 4:00pm - 5:30pm on Sunday, May 5 for your Scout to take the annual Troop 30 swim test. You can find us by the lap pool, and the order in which the test is conducted is "first come first serve" and should take about 10 minutes total. If the Scout cannot attend the swim test, then you will need to make other arrangements to get him certified by a lifeguard before he can participate in any water-based activities including Lost Pines Summer camp. read more Shed and Trailer Clean-up Event Posted by dschueppert on Apr 28 2024 - 7:50am Troop Message: Please sign up for the Troop Shed and Trailer Clean-up event on Saturday, May 11 from 9:00am - 12:30pm. This is mandatory for all scout leaders but we highly encourage all of our Scouts to attend and help . Please come even if it’s just for part of the morning. read more Annual Friends of Scouting Campaign Reminder Posted by apisupati on Apr 27 2024 - 5:44pm Troop Message: To all Troop 30 parents: the Capitol Area Council of BSA is currently running its annual Friends of Scouting (FOS) fundraising campaign, and as in years past, Troop 30 is looking forward to a large participation from all members, regardless of the level of contribution... read more Shot Gun Instructor Training Posted by hschueppert on Apr 21 2024 - 7:44am Troop Message: This is a RARE opportunity to become an adult-trained Shot Gun instructor / Merit Badge Counselor. Please see the following dates/times and how to register. LOTS of our Scouts take Shot Gun classes either at camp or at a campout, so help us support their interest as we always need to have a certified instructor! read more Adult Volunteers...