Scout Troop 437

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Welcome to Troop 437! Proudly sponsored by American Legion post 437 in Westford Massachusetts.

Are you an Arrow of Light scout looking for a Scout Troop to cross over to? or maybe you are new to Scouting and want a great Troop to join?

Either way, Troop 437 welcomes all youth to come and experience the adventure of scouting! Visit one of our meetings to experience what Scouting is all about and what makes Troop 437 a great Scout Troop.

We meet every Thursday evening when school is in session. Meetings start at 7:00 pm at the American Legion Post 437 at 114 Dunstable Road. Feel free to contact us at info@westfordtroop437.us and let us know you are coming or to contact us with any questions. For more information about the troop, you can start at our About Us webpage.

2024 Summer Camp at Camp Wanocksett

MetroRock Overnight January 6th

Posted on Jan 4 2023 - 5:48pm

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The January trip for Troop 437 is an overnight Lock-In at MetroRock climbing gym in Everett (https://metrorock.com/everett-home). Enjoy all the climbing you can handle (top rope and auto-belay), bouldering with top out options on some routes, optional High Ropes course ($10 extra, limited number of spots available), movies, midnight feast, and games.

We will meet at Metro Rock in Everett at 8:45 PM on Friday January 6th (belayers who need training should arrive at 7:30 PM). There will be climbing, fun and food late into the evening, comfortable sleep on thick mats, and a light breakfast in the morning. We will depart by 8 AM on Saturday January 7th. All you need is comfortable clothes, a sleeping bag, and any games you want to play.

Cost is $65 per climber, and an additional $10 if you're doing the ropes course (limited spots available). $5 for non-climbing attendees. We need several adults and Scouts 14+ to belay; please sign up, it's a fun trip!

This Week's Troop meeting will be a night hike at the Kennedy Pond trails.

Posted on Dec 7 2022 - 6:11pm

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This week's troop meeting will not be held at the Legion. It will be at the Kennedy Pond trails (part of the Nashoba Brook Watershed) where the troop will hold a short night hike. Please meet at the parking area at the end of Trailside Way at the usual 7:00 pm starting time. Please bring a flashlight and dress appropriately for the weather. The hike will be complete by 8:30 pm.

Lonesome Lake Hut Hike and Overnight

Posted on Nov 30 2022 - 3:23pm

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A winter backpacking trip! The hut is a short 1.6 mile hike over moderate terrain (with high probability of snow/ice). This is a chance to experience the beauty of the White Mountains without the crowds.

The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) huts provide a unique experience -- we will likely be hiking in winter weather with the opportunity to carry a lighter load due to the hut’s amenities. No tents are needed, but a warm sleeping bag is suggested since the bunkrooms are unheated buildings. We will be able to use the hut’s kitchen for meal preparation, so limited cooking equipment is required.

Outing: AMC Lonesome Lake Hut, Franconia Notch. Trailhead is Lafayette Place Campground, Franconia Notch State Park

Depart: Abbot School, Saturday, December 3 2022, 7:00 am to carpool

Travel time 2 to 2.5 hours

Signups due November 3rd, 2022

Cabin Campout and Trailside Cooking

Posted on Nov 2 2022 - 10:38pm

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Cabin Camping at the Nobscot Reservation in Sudbury / Framingham

The November trip will be Cabin Camping at the Nobscot Scout Reservation. From the campsite, we will explore (by bike or foot) the intended extension to the Bruce Freeman Trail in Framingham, MA. Patrols will discuss meal planning in the Nov. 10th meeting. Patrols will demonstrate and compete with their trailside cooking material planning and meal preparation, while visiting the Scout Reservation and hiking / biking on the trail.

Outing: Cabin Campout and Trailside Cooking Competition

Location: 1 Nobscot Rd, Sudbury, MA 01776

Depart: Abbot School, Saturday, November 12th 2022, 9:00 AM for carpool. Arrive at Nobscot at approximately 10:00 AM

Travel time 1 hour. Signup due by November 3rd.

Troop 437 Open House and Outdoor Fun Day for AOL Cub Scouts, Girls and Boys age 11-17

Posted on Oct 19 2022 - 1:47pm

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Does your child age 11-17 enjoy outdoor activities, camping, hiking and other outdoor skills and physical activities? Scouting is a great option for active youth who enjoy exploring nature and fun physical activities like rock climbing, whitewater rafting, backpacking, shelter-building and more. If your child is an Arrow of Light Cub Scout, a BSA Scout Troop is their next step!

BSA Troop 437 is a mid-sized troop with boys and girls from Westford and surrounding towns. We meet on Thursday evenings during the school year to learn new skills, and we do a monthly overnight (optional) that usually involves camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities like zip-lining, ropes courses, canoeing, biking, etc. or indoor activities over the winter. Scouts learn a variety of practical and leadership skills as they advance in rank. Many 437 Scouts have earned the well-respected Eagle Scout rank.

To learn more, visit Troop 437's Open House on Thursday October 27 from 7-8:30 PM and our Outdoor Fun Day on Sunday November 6 from 2-4 PM at the American Legion, 114 Dunstable Rd.

See our informational video and visit our About Us page.