Scouting America

Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) provides youth training in character, citizenship, and mental and personal fitness. Scouts are expected to develop personal moral values, learn the principles of American heritage and government, and acquire skills to become successful adults. We help build self-esteem and the importance of teamwork and learning with others. We teach important lessons in leadership, planning and goal setting, good citizenship, character development, and physical fitness. Scouting America has been weaving these lifetime values into fun and educational activities since 1910. Scouting America teaches your child to “be prepared” that means being ready for anything. Scouting activities can help the community with Eagle Scout projects.

The vision of the Scouting America is to prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.

Below are some key elements of Scouting, and more information on how Troop 648 works:

Advancement

Scouts progress by demonstrating skills, and embodying Scout values.

Patrol System

Patrols afford youth opportunities that are hard to find anywhere else.

High Adventure

demanding physical and mental challenges

Troop Leadership

Troop Leadership, Organization, Roles and Duties

Merit Badges

Learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers as you earn merit badges

Order of the Arrow

the honor society of the Boy Scouts of America

Adult Leaders

Adults roles within in the Troop.

Outdoor Ethics

Leave No Trace is an awareness and an attitude rather than a set of rules.

Venturing Crew 648

a youth-led program all about building adventures with your friends.