St. Augustine Cub Scouts
Parents of young boys face a lot of choices in after-school activities. Boys want to have fun, while parents want them to learn positive values and skills that will last a lifetime. If your boy is about to enter first through fifth grade, Cub Scouting may be exactly what you are both looking for. Generations of American men have participated in and benefited from Cub Scouting, and the experience of serving millions of participants over almost a century has enabled us to make Cub Scouting one of the most exciting and rewarding programs available to your family.
As a parent, you can be assured that Cub Scouting
- • involves a variety of family activities
- • encourages good behavior
- • teaches lifelong values
- • strengthens the bonds of family
For additional information about Cub Scouting at St. Augustine’s Pack 79 and how to join the fun Contact:
Dan Mackle, Cubmaster – (845) 364-0046
St. Augustine’s Boy Scout Troop 79
Why Join Boy Scouts?
Boy Scout Alumni are:
- • 71% of football captains
- • 65% of basketball captains
- • 85% of student council presidents
- • 88% of school newspaper editors
- • 77% of editors of school annuals
- • 75% of business managers of school publications
- • 80% of junior class presidents
- • 65% of college graduates
- • 72% of Rhodes Scholars
- • 75% of Military Academy graduates
Boy Scouts is an outdoor program designed to develop character, citizenship, and fitness for boys ages 11 through 17. Through the advancement program and peer group leadership, Scouting helps a boy develop into a well-rounded young man. The Eagle Scout Award, the highest rank in Scouting, is recognized around the world as a mark of excellence. St. Augustine’s Troop 79 Meets every Wednesday night from 7:30 to 9:00 pm, usually in the Church Basement. For details on visiting a Troop Meeting or for information on how to join Troop 79 Contact: Brian Whitmore, Committee Chairman – (845) 354-6561
