447 Troop FAQ’s & Resources

New Scouts and Families

How do I register for the troop?

What does it mean to have coed scouting?

Troop 447B is for boys and 447G is for girls.

B-troop and G-troop generally meet together, have combined campouts, and have some separate activities. Both men and women adult leaders must attend activities.

How can I get more information about the troop?

Interested scouts and their families are invited to attend any weekly meeting to learn more about the troop. The troop meets every Tuesday night in the Murdock Room (Lower Level) of Christ Episcopal Church in the Rockville Town Center from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

For more information, email our B Troop Scoutmaster at troop447scoutmaster@gmail.com and our G Troop Scoutmaster at scoutmaster447g@gmail.com.

What do I need to go camping?

The troop shares a permission slip with a checklist for each campout. Generally, a scout will need a sleeping bag, ground pad, hiking boots, extra socks, a flashlight/headlamp and batteries, a mess kit or a plate, bowl, mug, and utensils, water bottle, toiletries, a change of clothes, multiple warmth layers (jacket, sweatshirt, long sleeve shirt), first aid kit, rain gear/poncho, insect repellant and sunscreen.

What equipment does the troop provide?

Gear supplied by the troop includes a tent, pots and pans, tarps, fuel, cooking stoves, and firewood.

Uniform components supplied by the troop includes a hat, patches, epaulets, neckerchief (upon achievement of Second class rank), neckerchief emblem (upon achievement of First class rank.)

The scout provides all other uniform needs.

Current Scouts and Families

What camping resources are available?

A gear checkout sheet, meal planning sheet, and chuck box inventory sheet is available.

What leadership positions are in Troop 447 for scouts and how is the troop organized?

Review this presentation for more information about leadership positions and how the troop is organized.

Read the Troop Handbook for additional information.

What is expected for troop fundraising?

Troop 447 has run the parking at Montgomery County Ag Fair since 1954. This is the troop’s major fundraiser of the year and is required participation by all 447 scouts and families. The parking is run by the scouts and supported by the families. The Fair runs for 9 days. Each Scout is required to participate a minimum of 35 hours. 35 hours of adult support is required per family. Siblings aged 16+ can also help. It’s really fun, so many scouts do more than the minimum requirements. Scouts can earn a spot on the annual Reward Trip for 85+ hours. Scouts also earn SSL hours for the Fair and receive free admission. New family orientations are held each year.

Where can I find the annual medical forms to complete?

Find more information about the annual medical forms on the Scouting website.

How can adults get involved?

Troop 447 is entirely volunteer-based and relies on adults to help support in three main ways:

1) Adult Scouters are committee members, Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters.

2) Merit badge counselors are needed in a variety of areas.

3) Fundraising or other support, such as at the Montgomery County Fair.

To volunteer, contact the troop committee chair (troop447committeechair@gmail.com).

How can I make a payment to the Troop with Zelle?

Select "Send money with Zelle" within your bank account page or app. The Zelle option may also be under Transfers.

Select Send Money instead of Request Money option. Enter 447treasurer@gmail.com as the recipient and the amount to send. Add a memo to indicate the purpose of your payment.

Select Continue, with confirmation, then Send money.

If your bank or credit union doesn't offer Zelle, you can register for it in the Zelle app.

You may get confirmation that the recipient is "BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA TROOP 447".

What are helpful Scouting resources?

The national Scouting America and National Capital Area websites, give a good overview of scouting.

How do I request a payment or reimbursement from the troop?

Complete the payment request or reimbursement request form and submit it with your receipts to the troop Treasurer.

How does the troop ensure safety?

Our adult scouters have completed the Youth Protection Training (YPT). We follow the Guide to Safe Scouting and procedures diligently, including gender safety coverage.

Two-deep leadership: No adult will be 1-1 with a scout either in person or electronically

We ensure our adult Scouters have activity-appropriate training (e.g., boating, climbing).

And we engage in inherently risky activities, but the Scouts and adults train and work to mitigate risk and increase safety.

Can we publish your picture?

We may include your picture on our website, private Facebook group, and other materials. Please complete this photo release form and return it to the Troop webmaster.