Great Falls, Virginia
“First-time campers had a fun experience at an overnight camp out at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Friday and Saturday on Columbus Day weekend. In addition to setting up tents, and cooking their own meals using Dutch ovens and camp stoves, the campers were taught archery, fly fishing, gardening, yoga, and about […]
Boy Scout Troop 55 achieves its 100th Eagle Scout. Boy Scout Troop 55, sponsored by St. Francis Episcopal Church in Great Falls, promoted five scouts to the Eagle Rank. The new Eagle Scouts are Andrew Dudzik, Corey Hodge, Joseph Kee and Paul Youssef, all attending Langley High School; and Nick Dunie who attends Fort Union […]
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 […]
Good Turnout and lots of fun at the BSA 55 Adult Mixer at River Bend Country Club. Make sure to come next year!
By Tommy K., Boy Scout Troop 55 Lead Historian Nationwide, only four percent of Boy Scouts achieve the Rank of Eagle Scout. This year, seven Troop 55 Scouts earned the rank. The Eagle Rank is the most difficult as Scouts must demonstrate service, leadership, and training that positively impact their communities and the world […]
The Scouter Digest ( published by BSA National Capital Area Council) picked Troop 55âēs Scouts community service efforts and earning President’s Volunteer Service Awards as the feature story for Powhatan District. For the full story, please visit this link at page 34 Here
Nick D. wrote a eagle project report, and was publish by Powhatan district for April 2015 newsletter. Click Here to find the report
The troop maintains a very active Facebook presence, with photos, outing and event updates. Visit us now!