BSA Troop 422


On January 10, 2006 the Etowah Masonic Lodge #222 chartered Boy Scout Troop 422 for the Etowah
District in the Northeast Georgia Council at their Dawsonville Lodge.

The Etowah Masonic Lodge has a long tradition of serving the community and feel that this charter
complements the lodges’ mission and goals. Bill Sexton, the Charter Representative, is a Retired
Professional Scouter.  Todd McMillan is the Charter Executive and also serves as the Cubmaster for Pack
422, also chartered by the Etowah Lodge.

Bill stated, “ Scouting is learning new skills, being a team member and having fun outdoors. But Scouting is
more than fun and games. It provides an environment that fosters in youth the initiative to grow and learn
while instilling strong values and morals that will serve them for the rest of their lives in achieving their full
potential.”

Boy Scout troop 422 will enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, backpacking, camping, canoeing,
rappelling, orienteering, caving and community service along with the yearly week long Boy Scout Summer
Camp.

We welcome all boys to attend one of our meetings. All you need to do to become a Boy Scout is meet the
age requirement of 11 years old, or one who has completed the fifth grade.  The troop will meet on Monday
nights from 7:00 to 8:30 at the Etowah Lodge in Dawsonville.



Troop 422 is located in the Etowah District of the Northeast Georgia Council of the Boys Scouts of
America  
Purpose
  • To develop leadership skills through a clearly-defined training program that provides written
    documentation, mentoring, and life challenges that teach these skills

  • To develop team build through the patrol method of Scouting.
  • To develop ethical character and integrity through Boy Scouting programs and mentoring to Cub
    Scouts.
  • To develop scout craft skills such as first aid, lashing, compass, and basic survival skills.
  • To provide adult leader training for a safe and fun Scouting experience.  
  • To develop meaningful ceremonies (‘rites of passage’) to signify to the Scout and his peers, that has
    moved on to the next development level and status.
  • To encourage community service projects in which the scout interacts with others and offers a
    helping hand to those who need it.  “The greatest among you will be a servant.”  

Six Critical Elements of Healthy Youth Development

  • Strong personal values and character.
  • Positive sense of self-worth and usefulness.
  • Caring and nurturing relationships with parents, other adults and peers.
  • A desire to learn.
  • Productive / creative use of time.
  • Social Adeptness



1 Variables derived from work complied by the Search Institute and Carnegie Council on Adolescent Development.  Quoted in the BSA’s NE Georgia Council 2002 Friends of Scouting flyer.