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We are so very honored that you are considering joining Troop 379 for starting or continuing your Scouting journey. A long and exciting adventure of camping, leadership development, community service and camaraderie awaits you over the next several years. Our mission is to keep Scouting fun, challenging, and affordable while teaching the basic values of the Scouts BSA program.
Mr. Fred Howey
Scoutmaster Troop 379B
Fred.howey@live.com
817-715-1279 Mobile
History, Goals and Operational Approach
History, Goals and Operational Approach
Scouting America Scout Troop 379 is building an exciting future on a strong foundation of Scouting experience and tradition.
Our troop was founded in November 2022 as Scouts BSA Troops 379B and 379G, chartered by the Hurst-Euless-Bedford American Legion Post 379. While Troop 379 is relatively new, our leadership brings a long legacy of service and experience in Scouting. Our Scoutmasters have a combined 57 years of Scouting experience, and our Committee Chair is an Eagle Scout.
We are proud of how far we have come, but we are even more excited about where we are going. We invite Scouts and families to join us, become part of our story, and help build the future of Troop 379.
The Patrol Method
The Patrol Method
At Troop 379, Scouts learn by doing. Scouts work together in patrols of approximately 6–8 Scouts, developing leadership skills, working toward advancement, and learning to rely on one another.
Through the patrol method, Scouts camp, cook, hike, solve problems, complete service projects, learn new skills, and have fun together. Along the way, they develop confidence, independence, responsibility, and lifelong friendships.
Welcoming New Scouts
Welcoming New Scouts
As new Scouts join Troop 379, they are welcomed into a New Scout Patrol, where they can learn and grow alongside other Scouts who are beginning their Scouting journey.
Our goal is to provide new Scouts with the opportunities, skills, and support they need to work toward achieving the rank of First Class during their first year in the troop.
Experienced youth leaders, known as Troop Guides, work alongside the New Scout Patrol. They serve as mentors, helping new Scouts learn essential Scouting skills, understand how the troop operates, complete advancement requirements, and become confident members of their patrol and troop.
Most importantly, Troop 379 is a place where Scouts can learn, lead, serve, explore, and have fun.
Our history is just beginning. Come help us write the next chapter.
To accomplish the Aims of Scouting, Troop 379 uses the Methods of Scouting:
Ideals - The Ideals of Scouting are spelled out in the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout Motto and Scout Slogan. Each Scout measures themselves against these ideals, sets goals and works to improve.
Patrol Method - The patrol method gives Scouts an experience in group living and participatory citizenship. It places responsibility on young shoulders and teaches Scouts how to accept it.
Outdoors - Scouting is designed to take place outdoors. It is in the outdoors that Scouts share responsibility and learn to live with each other. It is here that Scout Skills come alive with purpose
Advancement – Scouting provides a series of surmountable obstacles and steps to overcome them through the Advancement Method. The steps in the advancement system help a Scout grow in self-confidence and the ability to help others.
Adult Association - Scouts learn from the examples set by their adult leaders. Frequent personal conferences with various adult leaders help each Scout determine their growth.
Personal Growth - As Scouts plan their activities and progress towards their goals, they experience personal growth. Young people grow as they participate in community service projects and do good turns for others.
Leadership Development – Scouts are encouraged to learn and practice leadership skills. Understanding the concepts of leadership helps a Scout accept the leadership roles of others and guides him toward the Citizenship aim of Scouting.
Uniform - The uniform makes the Scout Troop visible as a force for good and creates a positive youth image in the community. The uniform gives the Scout identity with other youth who believe in the same ideals.
Troop 379 loves helping Webelos and Arrow of Light earn requirements for their ranks. If you would like to partner on some activities, please contact us.
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