Troop 1916's Leadership & Organization

A "Scout-led troop" is an amazing thing to see and experience. Troop 1916 is composed of over 50 Scouts who live and attend schools in or near McLean, Virginia. The Troop's leadership and activities are based on the "Patrol Method."

Organizationally, the Scouts are divided into five patrols known as The Yetis, The Bulldogs, The Dragons, The Lumberjacks, and the Hydras. The Troop holds elections for Scout leadership positions in September and February of each year, and each Scout has the opportunity to cast his vote in the elections.

The Scout Leaders work together to set the Troop's goals and propose activities that enrich the scouting experience. They encourage Scouts to be active participants in the Troop's events; help the younger Scouts learn new skills and understand how to rise in the organization's ranks; and ensure that every Scout fulfills his obligations in the Troop's many community service projects.

Scout Leadership Members

Senior Patrol Leader: Cooper T.

Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Nikhil K.

Patrol Leaders:

  • Bulldog Patrol: Ben J.

  • Dragon Patrol:  Ritvik K.

  • Hydra Patrol:  Michael I.

  • Lumberjack Patrol:  Nicky H.

  • Venture Patrol:  Calvin C.

  • Yeti Patrol:  Harrison S.

Adult Leadership Members

The Adult Leaders help the Scout Leaders manage the Troop's activities and programs program in accordance with all BSA rules and regulations. They provide guidance, manage the Troop's resources, and ensure that the Scouts have a lot of fun in the process.

Scoutmaster Alfred Thesmar

Scoutmaster: Alfred Thesmar

Assistant Scoutmasters:

  • Bulldog: Chi Park

  • Dragon: Michael McNealy

  • Hydra: Rob Ingulli

  • Lumberjack: Chris Joseph

  • Venture: Davis Ross

  • Yeti: Gene Springer

  • Eagle Coordinator: Clay Pak and David Ross

  • First-Year Scouts: Steven Zahniser