March 29, 2024

Troop 55 Recognized by Volunteer Fairfax for Community Service

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 The Great Falls Connection posted a write-up on Troop 55’s recent recognition at the Volunteer Fairfax Awards.  Mr. Jeff Ye was recognized in the “Rising Star” category.  Wesley P., Mitchell P., James Y. and Daniel R. were all recognized in the Youth category. “Jeff Ye, community service coordinator for Boy Scout Troop 55, was selected […]

Billy Goat Trail Hike – historian Report

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Trip Report by Jordan B. Troop 55 had a wonderful outing last weekend just across the river in Potomac, Maryland.  Our activity for this outing was the Billy Goat trail, featuring a rocky pathway along the Potomac River and fantastic views of the falls.  Even though it was so close to home this was a backpacking outing and the […]

Registration info for 2017 National Jamboree

THE MOST EXCITING JAMBOREE EVER!  Scouting’s PREMIER High Adventure experience When: The 2017 National Jamboree is July 19 – 28, 2017 Where: Summit Bechtel Reserve, New Hope, West Virginia We want you! Scouts, Crew Members, Adults CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Register for Summer Camp 2016 – Camp Rodney – Deadline approaching!

Summer Camp at Camp Rodney JUNE 26 – JULY 2, 2016 Register before it’s too late!! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Merit Badges Afloat – April 16-17th – Limited spots available – register before January 20th

Do you enjoy Sailing?  Just want to try it out?  You’re invited to attend our Spring Boy Scout ‘Merit Badges Afloat (MBA)’ Sponsored by Sea Scout ‘Ship 1942’ – National Flagship When:             Saturday 8:00am, April 16 to Sunday 4:30pm, April 17, 2016 (NOT an Overnight Event) Where:            Washington Sailing Marina, 1 Marina Drive, Alexandria, VA  […]

Cooking Competition Pictures and Video are now up!!

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What a great outing this weekend with our open house and Cooking Competition- Dec. 11th and 12th, 2015!  Thanks to all the scouts and adults that helped out. Some pictures have already been posted by Mr. Merrill and Mr. Ye.  All you need is a free shutterfly account to view them.   Pictures can be seen […]

High Adventure Survey

Here is the link to the High Adventure survey:  http://doodle.com/poll/3pzczrs6etqxda2p We have a robust High Adventure program at Troop 55.   High adventure opportunities are a great way for our more experienced scouts…