Boy Scout Troop 882 50th Anniversary

By Leslie Bauer
Posted: September 2, 2008

Growing up, my older brother was a member of the Boy Scouts. The opportunity provided my brother with friendships – some of which he still maintains to this day (almost 30 years later), as well as opportunities to provide community service, acquire skills and go on some adventures he may never have experienced otherwise. In short, scouting provided my brother with some memories that will last a lifetime.

He has also passed his love of scouting on this his children, as both of his sons are involved in scouting. If you were a member of the Boy Scouts growing up, specifically Troop 882 in Poplar Springs, you may be interested to know the troop they will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in October.

Troop leader John Komsa would like to invite former scouts, families and friends to share in the celebration of 50 years of scouting for Troop 882 Oct. 25 at 2 p.m. The celebration will take place at the Boy Scout Hall, located at 16718 Frederick Road in Poplar Springs. The event will feature a short award program, as well as display of past years.

If you know the whereabouts of any present or former scouts from this troop, please pass the message along. If you plan to attend, please R.S.V.P. by Oct. 10 via e-mail at ramjr1@msn.com or call 410-489-7179. In preparation for the 50th anniversary, Troop 882 has embarked on a mission to raise funds to repair the two buildings that are home for this troop.

Renovations to Scout Hall should be completed by the Oct. 25 celebration, however funds are still needed to complete renovations to Cub Hall. If you are interested in making a donation for these efforts, forward donations to Poplar Springs Community Hall Association, c/o Jane Stull, 16944 Frederick Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771.

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