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About Boy Scout Troop 257

Troop History

Troop 257 was formed in 1963, and is currently sponsored by Atonement Lutheran Church in Overland Park, KS. The troop’s size has grown to approximately 90 registered Scouts, which places it among the largest troops in the district. In fact, Troop 257 is one of the largest troops in the Kansas City area.

Who Can Join?

Although the troop is chartered by Atonement Lutheran, membership is open to all boys age 11 (or who have earned the Arrow of Light Award, or have completed 5th grade) through 17, of any faith, race or national origin, who believe in God and the ideals of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Troop Meetings

The troop meets every Monday night, except those Mondays immediately following campouts, in the Charter Hall of Atonement Lutheran Church, 9948 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, from 7:00 - 8:00pm.

Troop 257 subscribes to, and believes strongly in, BSA's recommendations for a "boy-run troop". During troop meetings, Scouts and parents meet separately. The adults join the Scouts for the opening, then gather in a separate area for a parent meeting. During parent meetings the troop discusses upcoming events, as well as topics of interest to most parents. At the end of the meeting the adults once again join the Scouts for the closing.

Scouts conduct their own meeting, run by Scouts. The Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) directs the meeting, with the assistance of his Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders (ASPLs).

Troop meetings are a time for Scouts to learn and practice Scouting skills through games and activities, hone their leadership skills and prepare for upcoming trips and events (e.g., planning a patrol menu for a campout).

Visitors

We welcome visiting Scouts from other troops, Webelos, and parents at any meeting. Feel free to contact us if you would like more information.