Troop 753 is a member of the Ventura County Council and the Tierra Rejada District. The Tierra Rejada District serves the California communities of Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley and Moorpark.
Troop Adult Leadership
- Scout Master – Scott Wirtz (scoutmaster@purpletroop.org)
- Executive – Robert Sullivan
- Committee Chair – Tim Trotman (committeechair@purpletroop.org)
- Treasurer – Jeff Baker (treasurer@purpletroop.org)
- Fundraising – Amanda Hubbard
- Advancement and Awards – Sachin Bangali
- Community Service – Nanette Weisbecker
- Webmaster and Email – Steven Lovric (webmaster753@purpletroop.org)
- Assistant Webmaster – Chris Knoedler (Scout)
- Recruiting & New Scouts Coordinator – Elizabeth Adams
- Purple Store – Dawn Zavada
- Records Coordinator – Kevin Lee
- Assistant Scout Master (ASM) : Jr. Leadership Program – Jeff Rickert
- ASM Eagle Coach and Quartermaster Advisor – Matt Bartlett
- ASM for Sustainability and Leave No Trace – Elizabeth Zernik
Patrol Leadership
All Boy Scout troops are organized in a similar fashion. The basic element of the Troop is the Patrol. The patrol leadership structure consists of:
- A Senior Patrol Leader is elected by the entire Troop who in turn appoints an Assistant Senior Patrol Leader with the approval of the Scoutmaster.
- Each patrol elects a Patrol Leader who appoints an Assistant Patrol Leader.
- Elections are held twice a year.
- Other Troop officers are Librarian, Historian, Chaplain’s Aid, Bugler, Scribe and Quartermaster.
Patrols
Our patrol names are listed below. The origins and motivations for choosing the name is uncertain as they have been around for quite some time.
Flying Circus
A reference to the hilarious BBC comedy series Monty Python of the 1970s? Yes! (Wink-wink, nudge-nudge, Spam, Spam, Spam, albatross)
Smurfs
A fictional colony of small, blue, humanoid creatures who live in mushroom-shaped houses in the forest? Sure, why not.
Elmo
The furry Muppet character from TV show “Sesame Street”. Sounds better than “Big Bird” patrol for sure.
Old Crows
The parents also have their own self-governed patrol called the “Old Crows”. We enjoy the camaraderie among parents and keep to ourselves on outings, let the boys run the show, and provide counseling when needed. Our cooking is better too.
Meeting Location and Schedules
Patrols have their own meetings on the first Tuesday of each month. The time and location is determined by them. All other Tuesdays, the Troop meets at King of Glory Church (2500 Borchard Road, Newbury Park) at 7:30pm. Leadership meetings occur at 7pm.
High Adventure Options
- Annual Long-term Backpacking Trip in the Sierras
- Northern Tier (2023)
- Philmont Scout Ranch (2024)
- Florida Sea Base (2025)
As we participate in all three of these High Adventures, you will be able to apply for the coveted Triple Crown Award for Northern Tier, Philmont, and Sea Base.
Regular Outings
- Lock-in – Overnight Games
- Winter/Snow Campouts
- Winter Sports/Ski trip
- Equinox Introduction and Scout Skills Outing
- District Camporee
- White Water Rafting and Canoeing/Kayaking
- Multiple Hiking and/or Backpacking Trips
- Boating, Watersports, & Beach Wars
- Rocket Launch in the Mojave Desert
- Rock Climbing
Training and Recognition
- Wilderness First Aid/CPR Training
- Junior Leadership Training
- Spring/Winter/Fall Court of Honor
Annual Summer Camps
- Emerald Bay (June 2024)
- Past Camps: Marin Sierra, Chawanakee, Fiesta Island, Whitsett, and Lost Valley
