Boy Scout Troop 111 recently presented Brockport Rotary with a plaque representing appreciation for many years (about 50) of club sponsorship and support. Long-time Rotarian and 2021-22 Club President Arthur Appleby accepted the award at the Troop’s recent Court of Awards Dinner.
Rotary sponsorship of Troop 111 is believed to have begun in 1972. Over the years, the Scouts also have aided Rotary with many of its large projects including the long-time Ziti Dinner, the BBQ and Music Festival, and BISCO’s Duck Derby.
The troop has produced around 60 Eagle Scouts since beginning in 1959, the majority of whom have had their projects supported at least in part by Brockport Rotary. The prospective Eagle Scouts served as guest speakers at a club meeting where they presented their projects, usually involving extensive schematics, funding sources, and more. There have been many exceptional projects planned and completed by those seeking Eagle Scout status. Just one example is the pavilion at Corbett Park (thanks to Eagle Scout Kevin Rombaut) and complete with eight picnic tables (thanks to Eagle Scout David Moon).
Currently, troop meetings are on Tuesday evenings at 7:15 p.m. at Cornerstone Christian Academy. The troop numbers in the twenties and currently still is all male; prospective female members are welcome. Visitors are encouraged to experience club meetings. The troop also is very active with an outdoor activity every month. Visit http://bsa-troop111.org/ for more information on Troop 111.
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