Do you have an American Flag that is torn or faded? If so, it is time to retire it.
“The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem or display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” The United States Flag Code.
St. Andrew Trail Life Troop VA-717 collects American Flags ready to retire year-round, and has placed a blue bin in the church vestibule for you to drop-off your US flags.
The Troop has scheduled a Flag Retirement Ceremony on Thursday, November 12th at 6:30 pm at the St. Andrew’s picnic area. All are welcome to attend, especially active military and veterans. Please wear a face covering if you plan to attend.
For more information, please contact: Paula Hugo at tlusa.va717@gmail.com
Join the Trail with St. Andrew’s Trail Life USA Troop VA-717! All boys in grades K-12 and their parents are invited.
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Contact: Francisco Lopez, Troop Master at tlusa.va717@gmail.com. For more about Trail Life USA, visit www.traillifeusa.com.
Trail Life USA is the premier Christ-centered outdoor character development and adventure program centering on guiding young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure. Boys in grades Kindergarten - High School Seniors are invited to join the Troop as Woodlands (Grades K-5), Navigators (Grades 6-8) or Adventurers (Grades 9-12).
Chartered in 2014, Troop VA-717 is one of the original four Catholic Trail Life Troops currently serving the Diocese of Arlington and currently has 40+ Trailmen. The Troop incorporates its Catholic faith in all of its activities and meetings, in addition to serving both the parish and surrounding community through its service projects. Meetings are twice a month on a Thursday for one hour.
The Troop also plans a full year of fun outdoor adventures including two annual family camp-outs: October beach camping and a June camp-out in the local area. The K-5 Woodlands participate in local “Hit the Trail” hikes monthly. The older boys experience High Adventure trips that include backcountry backpacking, white water rafting, skiing, paint-ball, rifle shooting/training, zip line, mountain biking and other various activities.
Email the Troop for a calendar and come visit us at one of our meetings.
Contact: Francisco Lopez, Troopmaster: tlusa.va717@gmail.com
Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrailLifeTroopVA717
Walk Worthy!