Mr. Lance Fisher joined Troop 709 a committee member, then later transitioned to a leadership position as an assistant scoutmaster. During the two years in this position, Mr. Fisher was responsible for working with the junior leaders on appointed positions, such as quartermaster or bugler.

In 2008, Mr. Fisher attended Wood Badge Training in the Tri-Council Area in Los Angeles. Mr. Fisher took on a challenging Wood Badge ticket, which he expects to complete in 2009.

During 2008, Mr. Fisher began training for his next assignment: Scoutmaster! In keeping with Troop 709 tradition, the leadership transition occurred over a period of time, with Mr. Fisher handling much of the administrative responsibility by the end of 2008. In January 2009, Mr. Fisher became Troop 709's 4th Scoutmaster. Congratulations, Mr. Fisher!

Mr. Fisher has completed much of the required Boy Scout leader training. Mr. Fisher is a recipient of the Scouter's Training Key and the District Award of Merit.