If you are planning to join the Citizens of American Legion Boy’s State of New York here at SUNY Morrisville on the last day of this year’s session on 2 July here are some things you should know. Every year the last days is exciting, and hectic and there is always a parent or two … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: June 2019
Sports Impact on Campers
Sports are a big part of some campers days. These sports are a great way for campers to get physical exercise and show their true athletic skills. Most of the campers here were very excited to participate on a sports team. It is also fantastic to see these players work together in a cohesive unit … Continue reading
State Parties elect their Candidates for the State Executive Branch.
Last night our two state parties met to choose their candidates for Governor, Lt. Governor and Attorney General. Both parties candidates will be up for election later today. Best of luck to both parties candidates, who all went home last night and started writing speeches, and lobbying for votes. even later today after the Governor … Continue reading
2019 Sports Boys State
Last Friday at 4:00 PM sports started off with soccer and basketball games between cities in each county. The cities will compete until there is a winner and they’ll advance to the next round. The finals will determine who the best county is in the state for the selected sport. The basketball game was a … Continue reading
What’s there to do at Boys’ State?
No, Boys’ State is not just just marching and sitting (although those are certainly the majority). Boys’ State may be an event to make leaders, and good citizens, but that does not mean that there isn’t time to find something you enjoy. First and foremost, you may want to consider running for a political office, … Continue reading
The Boys’ State Experience
Most people are nervous upon arriving at Boys’ State and are unsure of what to expect. They may be afraid of things such as their Marine being too hard on them or that they’ll have no fun while they’re here. Regardless of the reason, there is nothing to be afraid of as long as you … Continue reading
Nationalist Assembly Overview
We also had another nationalists party meeting earlier in the day. This meeting was conducted to try and figure out positions for our county representatives. Also we debated about very important topics in our world today, like free collage and abortions. Both debates were very civil and were productive. Continue reading
What’s for dinner 2019
Are you wondering what the Citizens of Boy’s State are eating this week? Here’s the menu. The folks at SUNY Morrisville’s Seneca Dining Facility do a great job of keeping the citizens fed during the week. Continue reading
State Party Conventions are in Session.
Last night our two parties, the Federalists and the Nationalists, split off in to two groups, to convene and elect their party heads. The meetings went smoothly; lasting more than three hours. The candidates were promising and there was steep competition for party roles. Everyone did a great job last night, even the Boys fighting … Continue reading
Learning to March at Boy’s State
Soon after arriving at Boys’ State, it becomes evident that the primary mode of transportation is marching. Marching is lead by the respective county’s Marine. “Left, right, left!” Boys are told to keep their water bottle in their left hand, like a football. The boys have been introduced to many commands, but just to name … Continue reading
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