Boy Scout Troop 3, the oldest troop in Evanston, IL, is open to all boys who are at least 11 years old (but not yet 18), have completed 5th grade or have earned the Cub Scout Arrow of Light.

About Us

We are a boy-led troop where scouts plan, lead and participate in meetings. We stress scout skills, enjoyment of the outdoors, leadership development and individual responsibility. Advancement follows on its own. This approach has resulted in Troop 3’s unique and most prided characteristic – our ability to retain scouts in active and participatory roles through high school. The resulting wide range of ages provides experienced, older youths opportunities to act as teachers and role models for the younger Scouts.

Meetings

The entire troop meets from 7:30-9:05 p.m. Thursdays, during the school year at Orrington Elementary School, 2636 Orrington Ave., Evanston. Meetings are used to teach skills, hear visiting speakers, prepare for upcoming events or hold Scoutmaster conferences for advancement. In addition, patrol meetings are held about twice a month at a time and location convenient for the members.