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Troop 130 welcomes new scouts and parents !
Troop 130 welcomes new scouts and parents !
We are an active, boy-led troop, ages 11-18, from a multitude of countries, which is passionate about Scouting ideals and having fun in beautiful Switzerland! We invite boys* to join in with one of our scouting activities to try it out and meet the scouts, and for parents to meet the scoutmasters and other adults.
We are an active, boy-led troop, ages 11-18, from a multitude of countries, which is passionate about Scouting ideals and having fun in beautiful Switzerland! We invite boys* to join in with one of our scouting activities to try it out and meet the scouts, and for parents to meet the scoutmasters and other adults.
* Scouts BSA is now open also to girls. Contact us if you are interested in forming a new troop for girls linked to our boys troop. Or check out Troop 77 which has a girls troop.
* Scouts BSA is now open also to girls. Contact us if you are interested in forming a new troop for girls linked to our boys troop. Or check out Troop 77 which has a girls troop.
What do we do?
We have a regular troop meeting once a month in the Versoix woods where we learn scouting skills, play games and enjoy fellowship. We also have a regular schedule of weekend activities, both one-day and overnight. Some of the activities that we have done in 2024-25 include river rafting in Bern, wilderness camping, skiing, hiking, and both winter and summer camps at the Scout Center in Kandersteg. We also do community service projects, earn merit badges, and learn valuable leadership and life lessons. We welcome new ideas and suggestions for fun!
We have a regular troop meeting once a month in the Versoix woods where we learn scouting skills, play games and enjoy fellowship. We also have a regular schedule of weekend activities, both one-day and overnight. Some of the activities that we have done in 2024-25 include river rafting in Bern, wilderness camping, skiing, hiking, and both winter and summer camps at the Scout Center in Kandersteg. We also do community service projects, earn merit badges, and learn valuable leadership and life lessons. We welcome new ideas and suggestions for fun!
The Scouting America program involves advancement towards ranks which can demonstrate a Scout's commitment and application of the fundamentals of Scouting. For the progression to each rank, a Scout will have to either demonstrate skills/knowledge on specific topics (i.e aquatics, cooking) or leadership.
When and where are we located?
When and where are we located?
Troop meetings are held once a month on a Monday from 19h00 to 20h30. Locations vary but we have historically been associated with the “Terre Sainte” area of Canton Vaud, and we have participating scouts from Lausanne to Geneva. The specific date will be shared on the Troop calendar.
Troop meetings are held once a month on a Monday from 19h00 to 20h30. Locations vary but we have historically been associated with the “Terre Sainte” area of Canton Vaud, and we have participating scouts from Lausanne to Geneva. The specific date will be shared on the Troop calendar.
What is the time commitment?
What is the time commitment?
We understand that many of our scouts have schoolwork/other engagements that they might participate in outside of scouting. Each scout participates as much as he wishes: we are happy to see them for as much time as they have!
We understand that many of our scouts have schoolwork/other engagements that they might participate in outside of scouting. Each scout participates as much as he wishes: we are happy to see them for as much time as they have!
What do parents do?
What do parents do?
Parents play a vital role in supporting the scouts in developing, managing, and carrying out the Troop plan each year. Parental involvement is key to maintaining the organization of the Troop as a chartered member of the Boy Scouts of America as well as providing adult role models and mentorship. We actively encourage all parents to volunteer to help the Troop either as Committee Members, Assistant Scoutmasters, Merit Badge Counselors, or just helping plan or escort some activities.
Parents play a vital role in supporting the scouts in developing, managing, and carrying out the Troop plan each year. Parental involvement is key to maintaining the organization of the Troop as a chartered member of the Boy Scouts of America as well as providing adult role models and mentorship. We actively encourage all parents to volunteer to help the Troop either as Committee Members, Assistant Scoutmasters, Merit Badge Counselors, or just helping plan or escort some activities.
Email us at
Email us at
if you would like to try a scouting activity, for a reminder email before our next orientation meeting, or for further information about joining Troop 130.
if you would like to try a scouting activity, for a reminder email before our next orientation meeting, or for further information about joining Troop 130.
(Please note for boys and girls aged 5 to 11/in primary school, there is Cub Scout Pack 130 - more information can be found in the link below)
https://sites.google.com/view/pack130geneva/home?authuser=0
Costs
Costs
The Annual registration fee for the BSA is 140 USD per year plus an additional troop specific fee.
The Annual registration fee for the BSA is 140 USD per year plus an additional troop specific fee.
Outdoor activities are not included in the fees and depend on the activity. We try to keep the costs reasonable and promote low cost events such as camping.
Outdoor activities are not included in the fees and depend on the activity. We try to keep the costs reasonable and promote low cost events such as camping.
Fees should be paid to the troop account: **
Fees should be paid to the troop account: **
Account Name: Boy Scout Troop 130
Account Name: Boy Scout Troop 130
Account: 240-235140.00L
Account: 240-235140.00L
IBAN: CH97 0024 0240 2351 4000 L
IBAN: CH97 0024 0240 2351 4000 L
Bank: UBS SA, Case Postale, 1260 Nyon
Bank: UBS SA, Case Postale, 1260 Nyon
BIC: UBSWCHZH80A
BIC: UBSWCHZH80A
** For our families living in France with bank accounts in EUR, please consider making a transfer via a cheap online forex service such as Wise (wise.com) or other service provider (monito.com) to exchange your EUR for CHF at a good rate and ensure that the troop account receives the right net amount in CHF with no additional charges.
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