Washington Crossing

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This park is located where George Washington and his troops famously crossed the Delaware on Christmas night in 1776 during the Revolutionary War. At Washington Crossing, the troop camps on the Pennsylvania side of the Delaware River and hikes the … Continued

Gettysburg

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This Civil War battlefield used to be a popular destination for the troop. The Battle at Gettysburg is infamous for having the most casualties of any Civil War battle and for being a turning point for the Union in the … Continued

Monmouth Battlefield

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Another historic trail hike, Monmouth was the site of one of the largest Revolutionary War battles, famous for George Washington’s ambush tactics against Sir Henry Clinton’s troops. Here, the scouts navigate through forests and even historic buildings in the town … Continued

Antietam

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This historical battleground is a common destination for the troop, especially in recent years. Near Sharpsburg, Maryland, Antietam was the place where Confederate soldiers invaded the north and clashed with Union soldiers on September 17, 1862. Five days later, President … Continued

Watkins Glen

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On this trip, the troop journeys to Watkins Glen in New York. At the park, the troop visits the magnificent gorge and looks at the natural rock formation and walks under waterfalls, all while enjoying the spectacular view of the … Continued

Jockey Hollow

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Jockey Hollow is one of three major Revolutionary War historic sites in New Jersey, famous for being the Continental Army’s main winter encampment during the harshest winter of the war in 1779-80. In the past, when the troop visited this … Continued

Palisades

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The troop has visited the steep cliffs of the Palisades alongside the Hudson River since the late-90s/early-00s. The campout usually lasts a full weekend, and the troop would hike alongside the Hudson one day and throughout the Palisades Park the … Continued