National Night Out

When and Where

When: August 05, 2025
Timeline: 5:00 pm — 9:00 pm

Location: Shore Road and 79th Street

Troop 23 is proud to join this year's National Night Out Against Crime, a nationwide community-building initiative that brings together neighbors, the NYPD, local officials, and community groups to foster public safety and camaraderie. This event focuses on strengthening partnerships between law enforcement and residents through positive, shared experiences, mirroring our Troop’s values.

Activities & Booth Experience

During National Night Out, the evening will feature BBQ, bounce houses, face-painting, games, and interactive exhibits. Scouts will staff two recruiting tables: one for Troop 23 and one for Pack 23, distributing flyers and brochures that highlight trips, activities, summer campouts, and opportunities within our scouting program.

In front of the tables, we’ll build a mini camp display complete with a pitched tent and simulated campfire to showcase an authentic Troop 23 scout setup, designed to engage kids and families and offer a hands-on glimpse into Scouting.

Why It Matters

This is Troop 23's second year at National Night Out. Our goal is to connect with the neighborhood, shine a light on the benefits of scouting, and encourage new youth and families to join. By setting up a mini‑camp and being present in this community space, we make scouting approachable and exciting.

Troop 23 Role & Setup

• Scouts should arrive at 5:00 PM, one hour ahead of event start, to assist with setup.
• We’ll operate two tables: Troop and Pack, with banners, flyers, information sheets, and membership forms.
• The camp display includes a pitched tent, rope crossed poles, and an improvised campfire setup to illustrate typical outdoor Scouting life.

Equipment List

• American Flag on pole (may not use)
• Troop Flag on pole
• Troop Flag for the table
• Clips to adhere the flag to the table
• Folding tables - 2x
• Recruiting bags from GNYC
• New flyers 
• Canopies - 2x
• (?) Go-kart(s)
• Tent
• Cast iron
• Poles
• Ropes

Uniform Guidelines:

• Adult leaders - Class A
• Adults others - Class B
• Youth - personal choice of A or B

Care Packages & Branding

We’ll distribute care packages at the tables: snacks (gummy bears), bottled water, juice boxes in zip‑lock bags. Each item will be labeled with Troop 23 contact info and branding to encourage follow‑up.

More details about the event:

• https://natw.org/