(Chelsea Update would like to thank Bob Milbrodt for the information in this story.)
Last Monday, the Chelsea Kiwanis Club heard from Chelsea Boy Scout Troop 476. Scoutmaster Jonathan Hurden thanked our club for its annual donation. He has led the troop for the last two years, and was Scoutmaster of Cub Scout Pack 435 for the prior three years.
COVID precautions prevented kids from joining scouts and resulted in a thinning of the ranks from about 100 scouts to 30.
Community service is a value important to Chelsea scouts. During the past year, the troop collected musical instruments for kids who may need help acquiring one. They worked the garden paths at WSEC Intergenerational Garden. Playground equipment and fencing were improved at St. Barnabas Church. The troop will again place wreaths on veteran’s graves. For many years, scouts have helped our Kiwanis Club by selling popcorn and drinks in the stands at the Chelsea Community Fair.
The troop tries to go on an outing every month. The past year’s trips included skiing up north, camping in Ohio, boating, hiking, and backpacking. Next year the troop plans to visit Florida Sea Base to experience snorkeling, fishing, and boating. Scouts are raising funds for the trip.
First Class Scout Liam Hurden and Scout Ezra Farmer spoke about their experiences in scouts. They both found friendships that have lasted for years. They see the discipline needed to complete the work to become an Eagle Scout.
