Banning Boy Scouts Troop 103 is Recruiting New Members + Volunteers

Boy Scouts of America Troop 103 of Banning is seeking new members and volunteers, according to Scoutmaster Brian Smith.

"We are currently looking for young men ages 10-1/2 to 16 to join," Smith said. "Also we are looking for dedicated & responsible adults to help lead our youth."

The troop meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at the Scout House in Repplier Park in Banning. Registration is $15 to join and $5 a month for troop dues.

The troop came to the San Gorgonio Pass in 1918, as a Sea Scout troop from San Diego, Smith said.

"They hauled a large boat from San Diego to the Salton Sea," Smith said. "They stored the boat and equipment at an area now known as Repplier Park in Banning.

"They soon built the Boy Scout House in 1920," Smith said. "In 1936 they added on to the building and now we have the full Scout House."

Troop 103 has performed thousands of hours of  community service over the years, and graduated more than 30 Eagle Scouts, Smith said.

"Our troop tries to go camping or other function once a month or more and usually enjoys the local mountains," Smith said. "Fishing, hiking, cooking, rope work, first aid, archery, friendship are just some of the things we have fun doing."

Troop 103 is also trying to rebuild its Cub Scout pack for boys ages 7 to 10 and their families, Smith said.

For more information about Troop 103, attend a meeting at 7 p.m. Mondays in Repplier Park, or contact Smith at bsmith271@verizon.net or (951) 922-1903.