The Order of the Arrow (OA) is considered somewhat of a “secret” organization within the Boy Scouts of America. Really, it’s a National Honor Society within the Boy Scouts. In order to enter the Order of the Arrow, a scout … Continued
This historic park in Pennsylvania was the site of the 1777-1778 winter encampment by George Washington and his Revolutionary War soldiers. Hiking along the historic trail, scouts and leaders get to see historic buildings – including a refurbished wooden cabin … Continued
The Black River District Camporee is a campout where troops from all over Black River District come together and enjoy a weekend in the woods (in the past, it’s been held at Camp Wheeler) and partake in some sort of … Continued
This campout involves the local troops coming together to host a collaborative event at Teetertown Ravine Nature Preserve where local Cub Scouts come and see what Boy Scouting is all about. The Boy Scouts generally camp from Friday night until … Continued
Troop 236 has been participating in the Klondike Derby for years (and the Blizzard Blast in the early years), but it wasn’t until 2006 when Mr. Maguire became Scoutmaster that Troop 236 really became impassioned with this winter campout. The … Continued
In the winter, the troop heads up to the North Summit Climbing Gym in Wind Gap, PA for a night of pizza, rock climbing, and bonding with fellow scouts and leaders. It’s no wonder this trip remains one of the … Continued
