We are a Catholic outdoor adventure movement for fathers, sons, and priests. Our mission, goals, and standards are entirely different from other scouting organizations. While we both wear uniforms and use the outdoors to develop survival and real-world skills, with Troops of St. George that is just the canvas. Our core is that we are an officially Church approved Catholic Apostolate. Our goal is the spiritual, mental, and physical development of boys into holy Catholic priests and Fathers.

No. This is a joint growth journey, with a Father and Son. Your relationship with your son will grow tremendously, and your faith and virtue will deepen

Don’t let that hold you back! Most of the father’s that join either rarely went camping or didn’t always enjoy it when they previously went. Spend an entire weekend with your son(s) around a campfire, fishing, hiking and enjoying God’s creation and you may change your mind.

The National TSG website FAQ section has a great summary of these skills broken down by age group within the Officer’s Manual. We’re unique in that every rank can be achieved by both father & son. We focus on all the aspects needed for a virtuous life including the spiritual, physical, patriotic, family & manly skills necessary.

Every father must provide proof of a valid Safe Environment Training certificate on record with the diocese. This must be completed before attending any TSG event.

Junior cadets, grades 1 - 5, are divided into patrols based on grade.

1st grade: St. Matthew’s Angels

2nd grade: St. Mark’s Lions

3rd grade: St. Luke’s Bulls

4th grade: St. John’s Eagles

5th grade: St. George’s Dragon Slayers

The Junior cadets will complete a series of spiritual, patriotic and manly skill requirements by grade level to advance within the troop.

Senior cadets, grades 6 - 12, are divided into patrols of mixed ages and named after a Catholic blessed or saint.

The Senior Cadets can complete Achievement Courses to gain Achievement Course Stars and become eligible for the highest honor within TSG, the Tribunes of Saint George for our Supreme Pontiff.

Our official Troop year is September 1 - August 31 but registration is open YEAR ROUND*

Father & 1 son= $115 annually

Father & 2+ sons= $155 annually

Breakdown:

Local Dues = $35 per family

National Dues = $40 per member

**Note: Father and son(s) are each considered individual members. National dues are capped at $120 per family therefore if you have more than 2 sons, there are no additional dues required

*If registering after March 1st

Adults and cadets are considered members with a reduced cost of $30/member (national dues) + $25 family (local dues).

Father & 1 son: $60 (national dues) + $25 (local dues) = $85

Father & 2 sons: $90 (national dues) + $25 (local dues) = $115

Every father & son are required to have a Class A Shirt. These are worn at each meeting and on Sunday’s as we attend Mass at a local parish near our campsite. We recommend purchasing at least one Class B - Alternate T-shirt to wear under your Class A uniform.

**Class A requirement will be waived until further notice.

Local dues help cover the costs for upfront camping reservations and general costs associated with operating the troop.

National dues cover the cost of patches, general liability insurance & other support.

Class A Shirt $35 per member

Class A Pants / Shorts $29-$35 per member

Class B Shirt alternate $12 - $15 per member

Field Manual $25 (one-time fee, unless you lose it!)

Family shared meal support ~$20/campout (vary)

We only expect each family to help prepare & contribute with other families for one simple meal each campout

Camping reservation costs (vary)

We split these costs amongst everyone that attends each event. These can vary, but usually range from $0 - $20 per weekend