I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to experience so many new things since joining scouts. One of the best parts about scouting is getting to meet new people from all over the country. I have made some of my best friends in scouting.
A few of my favorite experiences are going to Philmont in 2022 and being the crew leader for our trek, being on staff at Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan last summer, and going to the 2023 National Jamboree and being the senior patrol leader.
I’m in Troop 671 and Crew 671 in Wildwood. I’m currently a Life Scout working on my Eagle rank, and I’m a Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow. My favorite merit badge has been Shotgun Shooting.
I am crew president for Crew 671. I am on OKPIK staff this year to help teach scouts and scout leaders how to prepare themselves for cold-weather activities.
Outside of scouting, I play the euphonium in my school’s concert band as well as the marching baritone in the competition band. In the spring, I play volleyball for my school. I enjoy playing Magic with my friends, and I like to volunteer at the Warren Township Teen Center when I can.
My advice to any new scout is to make sure you give things a try, even if you’re not sure if you like it. You might end up finding out that you love it.