Independence Day Parade -- 4 Jul 05
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1.0 Overview

Each year on the Fourth of July, the Hanover Recreation Department sponsors a town Independence Day celebration which includes a parade through town and festivities on the Green. Troop 45 provides a color guard that leads the parade, presents the colors at the opening ceremony, and leads the gathering in the Pledge of Allegiance. This event counts as a community flag ceremony for Second Class.

2.0 Concept

2.1 Description

The parade forms up on Hovey Lane next to the old Richmond Middle School parking lot, proceeds up Lebanon Street to Main Street and thence to the Green. This is a new route this year!  In company with the Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts, we provide (at least) a four-man color guard to carry the American and Troop flags at the head of the parade. At the reviewing stand, a representative of the Hanover Recreation Department will organize the opening ceremony. The North Country Chordsmen will sing "God Bless America" and we will present the colors and lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Procedures vary a little from year to year so we must be prepared to be flexible and accommodating.

Parade participants assemble at the Richmond School parking lot starting at 0915 on Monday, 4 July, to prepare for a step-off at 1000. We have found that a lengthy line-up time is difficult for our younger members to manage, so younger scouts may arrive as late as 0930. But don't be late! We have some significant drilling and preparation to do before step-off.

Once the ceremony is over, the outing officially ends. Be sure to coordinate with your parents for your activities after the opening ceremony.

2.2 Schedule of Events

Monday 05Jul

0915 -- Parade line-up begins at Richmond School Parking lot (Hovey Lane)
0930 -- Please arrive before this time so we can drill.
1000 -- Step-off.
1030 -- Opening Ceremonies on the Green
1050 -- Games, amusements, food, and general festivity

2.3 Expected Conditions and Difficulty

Be prepared for the weather.

2.4 Special Requirements

Open to all scouts, scouters, and parents. There are no skill prerequisites for this outing.

3.0 Administration and Logistics

3.1 Announcement Date: 8Jun05

3.2 Roster Closing Date: 4Jul05

3.3 Costs

None.

3.4 Equipment

3.4.1 Individual Equipment

Class A uniform throughout. Look Sharp!

Be sure to bring anything you might want during the day. You won't be able to carry anything more than a small fanny pack or backpack during the parade, however.

3.4.2 Patrol Equipment

None.

3.4.3 Troop Equipment

  • Troop Flag (with staff)
  • American Flag (with staff)
  • Flag Slings

    3.5 Transportation Plan

    Drop-off Point: Richmond School Parking Lot near Hovey Lane
    Drop-off Time: 0915 Mon 4 Jul
    Pickup Point: Hanover Green. Please coordinate with your parents what you will do after the ceremony. Pickup Time: The Ceremony will be over about 1050.

    4.0 Leadership

    4.1 Planning Committee

    4.2 Adult Leaders

  • SMIC: MR. Smith
  • Mr. Young

    Approval Pending

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