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Trail Life for Boys
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Trail Life is a Christ-centered outdoor adventure program for boys 5-18.
Our VISION is to be the premier national character development organization for young men which produces godly and responsible husbands, fathers, and citizens.
Our MISSION is to guide generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure.
When and Where Does Trail Life Meet?
Unfortunately due to the current spike in covid cases and hospitalizations we believe it prudent to postpone the program until October. Our first meeting will be October 11 at the Basilica at 6pm.
We will meet at the Basilica every 2nd and 3rd Monday starting October 11. We will also host a monthly outdoor event.
October 11 - 6:00pm-7:30pm – Troop Meeting in Varallo Hall
October 18 - 6:00pm-7:30pm – Troop Meeting in Varallo Hall
October 22-24 – Trail Life Area Campout (Ages 9+, all troops in the area are invited)
November 6 – Hit the Trail event, time and location TBD
November 8 - 6:00pm-7:30pm – Troop Meeting in the St. Dominic RE Building
November 15 - 6:00pm-7:30pm – Troop Meeting in the St. Dominic RE Building
December 4 – Hit the Trail event, time and location TBD
December 13- 6:00pm-7:30pm – Troop Meeting in the St. Dominic RE Building
December 20 - 6:00pm-7:30pm – Troop Meeting in the St. Dominic RE Building
How Much Does Trail Life Cost?
Registration fees paid directly to Trail Life: $28.89/boy/year and $33.25/registered adult/year - All families are highly encouraged to register at least one adult to be available to serve as a chaperone or leader.
Yearly dues paid to Troop 629: $53/boy/year – Payment plans available, families with several registered boys may receive a discount (exact details TBD)
Uniforms and books – Troop 629 will be exploring options for bulk troop t-shirt orders and troop handbooks for shared use. Exact price TBD (~$20). Class A uniforms ($45) and individual books ($17) are available for purchase, but will not be required by Troop 629 at this time.Find Out More
Contact Nathan Bird, Basilica Troop 629 Coordinator
nathanbird126@gmail.com
Follow our Facebook page (Trail Life Troop 629): https://www.facebook.com/TrailLife629
Visit the Trail Life USA website.
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Safe Environment
Children must be accompanied by a PARENT or ADULT guardian at all times while on the Basilica campus. This includes every visit to the restroom, the nursery, the parking lot, the sidewalk, and even walking to class and leaving class. Read policy here.
Adult volunteers must be certified under the Diocese's Safe Haven program.
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Boys' Hike April 25, 2021
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Trail Life Troop 629 Facebook Page
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November 18 - November 20
In a distinctly Catholic setting, we invite participants to encounter Christ, experience Church, and be empowered for discipleship. At NCYC 2021, we will call upon the Holy Spirit to descend upon the youth of our diocese and set them Ablaze for the Lord! November 18-20, 2021 at St. Dominic Church in Kingsport, TN $175 + $10 round trip transportation from Chattanooga or Knoxville if requested. Live-stream option included. REGISTER BY OCT. 22. Click for more info.Read More
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The Basilica parish family asks your prayers for 14-year-old Lorelei Truett, daughter of Lance and Ashley Truett. Lorelei was diagnosed with leukemia on April 27, 2021. She is now in her fourth course of chemo, following a different protocol to target MPAL, and partially administered at home. Once she can go into remission, she will need a bone marrow transplant. We are posting updates and needs here. (Click to read more.)Read More -
Our Downtown Youth Ministry for 6th-12th graders is transitioning to new leadership. Kalista Bartee, who is expecting her fifth child, is passing the torch to Jenny Haug. The Youth Group continues to meet Wednesdays from 6-8pm in Varallo Parish Hall. Click here to find out more.Read More -
Registration is open for RE, Youth Group, and Jubilate Deo Youth Schola! Religious Education classes for preK through 12th grade will be offered Sundays at 10:15am beginning September 12. Class attendance is required for First Holy Communion and Confirmation and is strongly encouraged for all grades. Our Youth Group for grades 6-12 will meet Wednesdays from 6-8pm beginning August 25. The Jubilate Deo Youth Schola for grades 2-12 will meet Fridays 4:30-5:30pm beginning Sept. 10 for new students/returning students joining Oct. 1. Please register on our Youth Registration page for this year, even if you registered last year.Read More -
Select the title to view a list of our regular scheduled ministry activities, and then click the name of the particular ministry for more information. Please note that parish activities on campus are limited during the coronavirus outbreak. However, many of our groups have resumed on-campus and others are continuing to meet virtually, outdoors, off-campus, etc.Read More -
On March 17, 2021, Fr. Carter interviewed Nathan Bird, a Basilica parishioner who is engaged in understanding local politics, and the founder of the Chattanooga Civics website and podcast. Watch or read the interview here (as well as in the pastor's notes for March 28 and April 4). Note that Chattanooga has a run-off election for mayor and several city council seats on April 13, with early voting from March 24 to April 8.Read More
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