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?
We will meet at the Basilica every 2nd and 3rd Monday starting October 11. We will also host a monthly outdoor event.
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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Trail Life Troopmaster Needed (4 hrs/week):
Due to life changes our Troopmaster has had to step back. We are in need of a volunteer Troopmaster in order to continue.
The Troopmaster is the "face" of the troop. The Troopmaster organizes the troop leaders and oversees troop meetings. This is one of the more hands-on positions, but also includes a commitment to planning troop meetings and attending Troop Committee meetings. Previous outdoor experience, whether in a formal capacity or simply as a hobbyist, is encouraged for this position.
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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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The Diocese of Knoxville Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry is sponsoring GodCamps for rising 5th-8th graders this June. 7th-8th grade camp is June 20-23. 5th-6th grade camp is June 23-25, both at Harrison Bay State Park. Register by Friday, May 27, 2022 to avoid late charge. Click for details.Read More -
Due to life changes our Trail Life Troopmaster has had to step back. We are in need of a volunteer Troopmaster in order to continue. The Troopmaster organizes the troop leaders, oversees troop meetings. Previous outdoor experience in any capacity is encouraged. Click for more information.Read More -
14-year-old Basilica parishioner, Lorelei Truett, daughter of Lance and Ashley Truett, passed away on Dec. 2, 2021, after a seven-month battle with leukemia that was diagnosed on April 27, 2021. Let us surround her family with our prayers. May Lorelei rest in peace. May her soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Lorelei's Funeral Mass was celebrated at the Basilica Saturday, December 11. (Click to read much more about Lorelei, and for ways to support the Truett family.)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
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