The mission of the Boy Scouts of America and Troop 361 is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. The goal of Troop 361 is to: * Offer young people responsible fun and adventure; * Instill in young people lifetime values and develop in them ethical character as expressed in the Scout Oath and Law; * Train young people in citizenship, service, and leadership; * Serve America's communities and families with its quality, values-based program. All aims of Boy Scouting are accomplished by utilizing eight methods of Scouting: Ideals Patrols Outdoors Leadership Development Uniform Advancement Adult Association Personal Growth