If this was a normal year I’d be arriving at SUNY Morrisville this weekend to prepare for the arrival of 900+ young men who would be coming to participate in the New York American Legion Boy’s State program, just as I have for the last 12 years . As we all know the pandemic has … Continue reading
With the coronavirus state of emergency, The American Legion Department of New York has decided to cancel the 2020 Boys’ State program. “The continuing outbreak of the coronavirus and the dramatic increases in cases throughout New York State, plus the recent increases in the severity of cases in our youth, has forced us to put … Continue reading
All of our boys have done a great job this year, congratulations to all of them. Happy 100th anniversary to the American Legion who has been gracious enough to sponsor Boys’ State for the past 82 years. Thank you to everyone who has helped in making Boys’ State possible. PM – signing off. Continue reading
Saying goodbye to my new found friends is going to be very tough. Even though I have only known these people for six days I don’t remember what life was like without them. I am so grateful for all the counselors and my Sargent for bettering me. These people have definitely changes my life forever … Continue reading
When I first got interviewed by my American Legion Post in Conesus, NY, I had no idea that I was shooting for one of the most memorable and educational experiences of my life. Most Boys’ Staters in the first day, including myself, were wondering, “What did I just get myself into?” After the first couple … Continue reading
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
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
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
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
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
