Author: troop242nn

When the new year rolls around, the scouts know it’s skiing time. A lot of scouts and scouters enjoy the overnight trip. From novice to those who dare go on the black diamond, there’s enough to do for everyone.

Scout Sunday is celebrated on February 8, 2026. This day marks the anniversary of the Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) founding and is designed to recognize the contributions of Scouts to their faith communities, often featuring special church services, uniform wear, and community service projects.

Josh definitely embodies the scouting He has earned 92 merit badges, and counting. You can always count on Josh for attending the majority of events the troops does throughout the year! Currently, Josh is Troop (B’s) SPL Congratulations 🎉👏 and well done!

This is an annual event that focuses on remembering our fallen US veterans, honoring those who serve, and teaching younger generations.

Several Scouts & Scouters from the troop participated in this nation-wide wreath-laying ceremony.

Well, December sure did zip by this year! This was our last Court of Honor for the year. The scouts are recognized for their had work throughout the year.

Congratulations to Maximus for achieving the rank of Eagle 🦅 Scout. Maximus has followed in the footsteps of his grandfather and father.

On November 1, 2025, Ben completed his Eagle Project, with the help of 37 volunteers.

Their first task was to take down the old siding of the Scout Pavilion.

Then they put up new siding.

For a break, those hard workers had a delicious lunch provided by Ben’s mom.

The last task of their 13 hours of toil, was PAINTING.

We camped at Northwest River Park in Chesapeake on November 14-16. Four girls and six boys attended this campout. 

 A Trail Life troop and another BSA troop were camping at the same site.

On Saturday we had a lot of fun ziplining and climbing at The Adventure Park at The Virginia Aquarium.

The Thanksgiving dinner was a great success! The boys made green beans and stuffing, and the girls made mac and cheese. Scoutmaster Grieme fried a turkey while Scoutmaster Mead made a trash can turkey 

Three Arrow of Light scouts, two girls and a boy, from Pack 242 visited us before dinner to see if they were interested in joining our troop.

Thanks to Maximus, who is a Life Scout working on his Eagle Project, decided to enhance B.C. Charles Elementary School with new benches for the staff and students to use.

Several scouts had the opportunity to obtain the Surveying Merit Badge over a course of a few weeks. For the final stage, scouts were invited to the Timmons Group for an hands on experience conducting practical surveys.