Boy Scout Troop 73
We are Boy Scout Troop 73 in the Sepohayetv District of the Flint River Council. Our charter is granted to Inman United Methodist Church located at 151 Hills Bridge Road near the intersection of Inman Road and Highway 92. Troop 73 began in 1991 under the direction of Steve McDowell. Steve spent numberous years giving of his time and talents to create the strong troop we have today. Currently, we have over 28 active Scouts and Eagle Scouts. Since 1991, 30 Scouts have earned the prestigious Rank of Eagle.
The troop meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday night beginning at 7:00pm at the Youth Hut at Inman UMC. We attempt to hold at least one activity, usually an outdoor event, each month during our Scout year. Sometimes we may have several outdoor activities in a given month due to supporting Council, District and Troop schedules.
February 14, 2010
Bringing Youth to Christ Through Scouting
The Scouting program at Inman UMC is more than just an activity for our youth to learn about the outdoors. Scouting provides fun, fellowship, and training to our youth as well as youth in our community. It emphasizes honesty, self-reliance, and respect. Through a year-round program, it affects character, citizenship and personal fitness.
But the success of our Scouting depends on our volunteers, who serve in a variety of leadership roles so that our young people may benefit from our Scouting ministry. As the Boy Scouts of America celebrates its anniversary, we salute the splendid volunteers who serve in poistions of leadership with Inman Troop 73.
We congratulate and offer our thanks to the leaders of Inman Troop 73 chartered to Inman United Methodist Church.
Summary of Fall and Winter Activities and Achievements
September - Tallulah Gorge Campout - We hiked the Gorge Floor, participated in a moonlight canoe trip and spent the night in a wilderness survival shelter.
September - Court of Honor - Eric M. was presented with his first Bronze Eagle Palm. We also presented 75 merit badges and 8 rank advancements.
October - Archaeology Dig near Hamilton - 30 of us participated in an Archaeology dig on a native American site dating back to 14-1500s.
November - Fort Benning Outing - We jumped out of the 34' tower, overcame the Obstacle Course, shot turkeys with M16 rifles in the simulation center and visited the National Infantry Museum. We were able to stay in the barracks and eat in the dining facilities with the soldiers.
November - Eagle Scout Earned - Nick K. became our 34th Eagle Scout on November 10th.
December - Court of Honor - We presented Nick K in the Troop as an Eagle Scout (Official Eagle Ceremony to follow). Awarded Eric M his next palm, the Gold Eagle Palm. Additinally, we presented 38 merit badges and 14 rank advancements.
December - Completed Re-Chartering process and due to accomplishments, Troop 73 received the Centennial Quality Unit Award again this year.
January - Klondike Campout - This is the annual cold weather campout that is organized and ran by the Order of the Arrow. Last year, we won first place in the sled race and as one of the smallest Troops there, this was a fantastic accomplishment, showing the teamwork and knowledge of our Scouts.
