About Troop 14

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Troop 14 is committed to the Scouting program through:           Serving God, Country and Community Being a youth run troop Strong outdoor program Outstanding support from our Chartered Organization Excellent support from parents and community Experienced, trained Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters Dedicated, trained troop committee Purpose The purpose of the Boy Scouts of America-incorporated on February 8, 1910, and chartered by Congress in 1916, provides an educational program for boys and young adults to build character, to train in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and to develop personal fitness. Outdoor Activities - The "Outing" in Scouting Troop 14 believes in an active outdoor program, based on the concepts outlined by Badden Powell, founder of the Boy Scout movement. Highlights include... Scouts plan the calendar of events Patrol method is followed, including cooking At least one outdoor weekend activity every month Long-term resident camp each summer at Camp Hi-Sierra High Adventure Program (in conjunction with Crew 14) Learning is coupled with great fun Please review our detailed calendar of events. Visit our virtual photo album for highlights of some of our activities. Chartered Organization Community-based organizations receive national charters to use the Scouting program as a part of their own youth work. These groups, which have goals compatible with those of the BSA include religious, educational, civic, fraternal, business, and labor organizations; governmental bodies; corporations; provisional associations; and citizen's groups. Boy Scouting A program for boys 11 through 17 designed to achieve the aims of Scouting through a vigorous outdoor program and peer group leadership with the counsel of an adult Scoutmaster. Boys also may become Scouts if they have earned the Arrow of Light Award or are 10-1/2 years of age and have completed the fifth grade. Troop and Crew 14 are pleased to announce that many Eagle Scouts have achieved this rank. For a list of the our Eagle, please check out our " Eagles' Nest." Venturing A program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age to provide positive experiences through exciting and meaningful activities that help youth pursue their special interests, grow, develop leadership skills, and become good citizens. We encourage you to attend one of our weekly meetings. We meet at the Santa Clara First Baptist Church, 3111 Benton Street, Santa Clara, CA every Monday evening from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. For information, including joining the Scouting program, please contact the Scoutmaster, Mr. John Friedenbach at 408-984-1642 or email at "john.friedenbach@hp.com".