Troop 597 is a scout-run troop adhering to the principles of the Scout Oath and the Scout Law.

Scouting provides a well-charted map for making boys into men, and Troop 597 provides a proven path whereby boys can advance in rank, and in life skills, to become the leaders of tomorrow by perfecting their Scouting skills in citizenship, responsibility, respect and reverence each day. We agree with Lord Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of the Scouting Movement, who wrote, "it's easier to build the boy than fix the man."

With special emphasis on monthly outings, the dedicated adult leaders of Troop 597 provide an enjoyable and fun-filled outdoor experience within which they nurture each Scout's development by supporting individuality, self-esteem, cooperation and community service.

Troop 597 . . . driven from within!

Top Ten Reasons to Join Troop 597

10. We make Boy Scouting fun—"fun with a purpose."

9. We love OUTINGS.  3/4 of scouting is OUTING.

8. We strive for "Leadership by Example."

7. We have the BEST SCOUT SPIRIT of any Troop, anywhere!!!

6. We encourage and support rank advancement.

5. Great FOOD at all our events (especially the Scoutmaster's cobbler).

4. Best parents around—they believe in their sons.

3. We strive for a 100% Scout led Troop.

2. We have the best Troop of Boy Scouts in the Midwest.

1. We make Boy Scouting fun—"fun with a purpose."