FAQ's

1. Is this an LDS Troop?

- No. Troop 54 was chartered to the Mesa Lehi 1st Ward until Dec. 31, 2019. It is now chartered by the Sertoma Club of Mesa.

2. Are only LDS youth involved?

- No. All youth, regardless of faith are welcome. Most of the leaders and youth are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS) but it is not a requirement or expectation.

3. Will this unit be camping on Sundays?

-No. All campouts, except, possibly, those involving summer travel, will be completed by Saturday evening.

4. Uniforming - we believe the Scout uniform is a universal symbol of scouting and brings together all Scouts, current and former, with a common thread.

We have an extensive uniform bank, and expect all Scouts to have a full uniform (Field, or Class A, uniform) which consists of a shirt, with correct patches, pants, and belt. We also have a Troop t-shirt that can be worn as part of the Activity, or Class B, uniform.

5. What are the costs?

Chartering - annually
Patrol campouts - varies, but 6-10 per year
Troop campouts - 1-2 per year
Summer activity. e.g. Geronimo, white water rafting
Patrol activities, e.g. bowling, climbing wall, batting cage
Miscellaneous, e.g. Troop T-Shirt, Troop patch

6. The Troop will be doing fundraisers to help offset costs. In addition to any patrol fund raising activities, the Troop has a U.S. Flag program, that sets out flags at various retirement communities and civic events on specific dates. Funds from the flag activities are shared among those that participate.