Boy Scout Troop 518 was treated to a unique experience this past week: a meeting with Texas Governor Rick Perry during his final campaign swing through Dallas prior to his victory in the Republican primary.  The troop attended the March 1 meeting - the day before the primary elections - by special invitation from the Governor's office.  At the event, Governor Perry graciously signed a copy of "On My Honor: Why the American Values of the Boy Scouts Are Worth Fighting For", a book that he authored along with Ross Perot.  Governor Perry also autographed a Texas state flag for each boy. 

All attendees were humbled and honored to be received by such a prominent political figure, especially on this auspicious day.  They also realized it was a valuable opportunity to learn, first hand, about state and local government.   

Pictured:

Front Row L to R: Scouts Colby Boozer, Cole Devlin, Collins Meier

Back Row L to R: Asst. Scoutmaster Mason Hogan, Governor Rick Perry, Scout Will Hogan, Scoutmaster Mark Boozer, and Asst. Scoutmaster Steve Meier.

Troop 518, sponsored by Park Cities Baptist Church, consists of 16 boys from the Highland Park area, ranging in age from fifth to ninth grade. 

If you live in the Park Cities area and you are interested in joining Troop 518, please contact Mark Boozer at 214-763-4311.