Troop Meetings
Troop 212 meets on Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Meetings typically conclude around 8:30 p.m., though they may occasionally run longer depending on the evening’s agenda. Anyone interested in Troop 212 is welcome to attend our troop meetings.
Dues and Costs
Each Scout contributes $3.00 per meeting, collected by the Patrol Scribe during Patrol Corners. These dues help cover a portion of a Scout’s annual registration costs. When you register online through MyScouting.org, the registration fee is paid upfront. At the time of the Scout’s annual renewal, the Troop reimburses this fee using the cumulative $3.00 per-meeting dues your Scout has contributed.
Troop Leadership
Troop 212 is a Scout-led troop, with youth leaders responsible for planning, decision-making, and leading activities in accordance with Scouting principles. Adult leaders serve as mentors and advisors to support the Scouts’ growth and success.
Our Scoutmaster, John Douglas, brings many years of Scouting experience and is available to support Scouts and parents as questions arise.
Email: Scoutmaster@troop212.net
Phone: 310-628-4312
Parent Involvement
All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend both the Parent Committee and Adult Planning Meetings. As our Scoutmaster often says, those who attend help make the decisions. The troop is supported by more than 30 adult volunteer positions, ranging from short-term and behind-the-scenes support roles to ongoing leadership responsibilities.
New parents are encouraged to begin in support positions during their first year, allowing time to become familiar with how the troop operates and how adults best support a Scout-led program. After gaining experience, parents may choose to move into lead or committee roles as opportunities arise.
Parent Committee Meetings are held monthly on the first Monday of each month. These meetings provide parents and adult leaders with updates on upcoming events, activities, and general troop business. Adult Planning Meetings are usually held on a Tuesday, about a week and a half before a camping trip. The camping event typically follows the next weekend, from Friday night through Sunday morning. These meetings focus on the logistics needed to support troop activities, including coordinating transportation, meals, equipment, and other details necessary to carry out the Scouts’ plans.
Please consult the Calendar on our website for the most current meeting dates.
Scouting America – Long Beach Area Council Office
Our local Scout Council headquarters is located at:
Address: 401 East 37th Street, Long Beach, CA
Phone: 562-427-0911
This office is where families can purchase Scout uniforms, handbooks, and other Scouting materials needed throughout the program.
How to Join Troop 212
Families interested in Troop 212 are encouraged to visit a troop meeting as a first step. During your visit, you may speak with the Troop Scoutmaster, Committee Chair, or other adult leaders for additional information.
To officially join, please complete the application through MyScouting.org. The sign-up link will take you to Troop 212 under our chartered organization, Dynamic Leadership Training Group.