My time at Boys State has been something unimaginable. The people who I’ve met and the bonds that I’ve formed here will never leave me for as long as I live. Being here at Boys State has given leadership, friendship, and bravery new definitions in my eyes. It’s shown me that there are so many … Continue reading
Category Archives: Current Boys State Posts
Final Thoughts
Today is the end of day five and we have one more to go. It’s been an incredible week here at Boys’ State and this experience will stay with me for the rest of my life. Just a few weeks ago I didn’t even know if I would be able to attend as I had … Continue reading
Camp Life Lessons
The experiences that I have gained through camp have been very influential. I have got to know most of my camp counselors and Sargent from the Marines very well. I can truly say that each and every person here wants the best for me. Each person throughout the camp has a different way of expressing … Continue reading
State Legislature met to begin Preparing Bills.
The State assembly met yesterday to split off into committees to create possible legislation for both houses to pass including an energy bill, and new housing development plan. If these bills are passed by the Boys’ State government, they will be sent to the New York State government for review. Continue reading
Lessons Learned Boys State 2019
Many people come here with a very nervous attitude form whether they think they won’t be able to find friends or they may be homesick it’s understandable. This is how I felt going throughout the week I wasn’t sure what to expect and was getting homesick and felt like no one was going to like … Continue reading
How to make your bed at Boys’ State.
Make your bed, like you would at home. Lay on your bed before inspection because your tired. Get yelled at by the Marine during inspection. Cry inside for five minutes. then make your bed again, but with hospital corners. Then when your county sheriff does inspection and yells at you, ignore him because he is … Continue reading
The Final Day – Where’s my Boy???
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
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
