FCC Troop 1229Welcome to FCC Troop 1229
Welcome to Troop 1229! For a century, our troop has been helping young people discover their potential through real adventure, service, and true camaraderie. Whether you are learning outdoor skills around a campfire, taking on your first leadership role, or forging friendships that last a lifetime, Troop 1229 is a community where every Scout is encouraged to grow, lead, and thrive!
ℹ️Our Troop
Welcome to Troop 1229, proudly serving youth and families in Independence, Missouri since 1925.
Backed by a century of Scouting tradition, our program provides a launchpad where young people develop practical life skills, self-reliance, and resilient character grounded in the Scout Oath and Law.
What We Stand For
Youth-Led Leadership: Scouts learn to lead by doing. From organizing campouts and expeditions to executing local service projects, our youth step up, make decisions, and guide one another.
Outdoor Skills & Adventure: We embrace the challenge of the outdoors—from trail hiking and survival camping to angling, paddling, and seasonal expeditions across Missouri and beyond.
Commitment to Community: Independence is our home. We actively give back through conservation projects, Eagle Scout service initiatives, and support for local organizations.
Mentorship & Character: Our dedicated, trained adult leaders and merit badge counselors foster a safe, supportive space where every Scout is empowered to grow at their own pace along the trail to Eagle Scout.
Meetings & How to Visit
Chartered Organization / Location: First Christian Church, Independence, MO
Meeting Time: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM (Weekly)
Who Can Join: Youth ages 11–17 (or completed the 5th grade). No previous Scouting experience is required!
Interested in seeing our troop in action? Prospective Scouts and parents are always welcome to stop by an upcoming Tuesday meeting to meet the youth leaders and adult team.
📅Upcoming Events
View All Events→OA Mini Camp
https://mycouncil.hoac-bsa.org/Event/1074 Tamegonit Lodge is excited to host a mini adventure camp for all troops in HOAC! We would love to invite all scouts (OA and non-OA) to join us and have an adventurous fun day. Highlighted events include cope, climbing, range and target activities, among other fun activities. This will be a Troop cooking event.
Monthly Committee Meeting
Our monthly Troop Committee Meeting takes place every 2nd Tuesday of the month for the hour immediately preceding our weekly troop meeting. All registered committee members, Scoutmasters, and interested parents are encouraged to attend as we handle unit administration, logistics, and program support so our Scouts can focus on leading their meetings and outings. Key Discussion Areas: Upcoming Outings & Events: Logistics, transportation, permits, and calendar approvals for upcoming campouts and service projects Treasury & Budget: Dues collection, event balances, and equipment funding Advancement: Board of Review scheduling and upcoming Court of Honor coordination Training & Safety: Two-deep leadership coverage, Youth Protection Training (YPT) status, and health forms Open Floor: New business and parent Q&A before the Scout meeting begins Have an item to add to the agenda? Please contact the Committee Chair at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.
📸Recent Photos
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Scouting helps youth develop academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership skills, and citizenship skills that become part of their character.
Meeting Location
125 Pleasant Street
Independence, MO 64050