By ELLA SARN | Contributing Writer
I’ve had the pleasure of being part of this scout troop for four years, and my experiences have only deepened my love for scouting. As the current Patrol Leader of the Phoenix Patrol, I’m proud to share details from our recent career trip, which took place on October 28.
On that day, the Phoenix Patrol met at St. Matthew’s Parish School at 5:45 p.m. where we had the opportunity to meet with Machelle, a sales manager from Cold Open. This meeting was particularly valuable for us, as we’re currently working on earning our Salesmanship Merit Badge. Machelle’s expertise was incredibly insightful, and our scouts asked thought-provoking questions, fully engaging throughout the discussion.
We were fortunate to have two amazing ASMs, John Peed and Paullie, join us for this experience, though we missed a scout, who couldn’t attend due to illness.
This interaction gave us more than just salesmanship skills—it offered a window into how individuals in different roles experience and shape the world around them. Learning about the resources that support comfort and accessibility underscored the varying levels of privilege in society, including fundamental aspects like mobility.
Opportunities like this broaden our understanding of our responsibility in building a more inclusive and supportive community for everyone.
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