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.

2025 Summer Camp at Camp Wanocksett

September Rafting Trip sign-ups now open - Due August 4th

Posted on Jul 27 2018 - 10:46pm

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Sign-up by August 4th. Please submit Troop Permission Slip, Crab Apple White Water Rafting Waiver form, check made out to Troop 437

Back by popular demand our September trip will be a white water rafting trip on the Kennebec River in Maine. We will be camping at Crab Apple Whitewater’s group campsite. We will meet on Saturday afternoon at Crab Apple Whitewater, set up camp & take a short hike to see Moxie Falls (approx. 1 mile). Sunday morning we will have a breakfast buffet at Crab Apple before embarking on our white water rafting adventure! The trip will entail rafting through Class III-IV rapids. A guide from our outfitter, Crab Apple Whitewater, will lead each boat. A grilled lunch will be provided after the rafting. Approximate time on the river will be 3-4 hours. The trip finishes at the outfitter’s facility where they have a pool and hot tub available.

Click Here -> Watch the video of our last trip on the Kenebec River!

Return Permission Slip by: Saturday, August 4^th, 2017 Options for submitting sign-ups:

·         Mail or drop-off to: Matthew McQuinn, 7 Vineyard Rd, Westford, MA 01886
·         Mail or drop-off to: Andy McKeen, 29 Steeple Chase Cir, Westford, MA 01886
·         Bring to Wah-Tut-Ca for Sun. drop-off, Wed. eat-in-site night or Sat. pick-up

For more information about the trip or the outfitter go to: http://www.crabapplewhitewater.com/

Important Note: All scouts must pass the BSA swim test to attend. Scouts who passed the test at camp or for Seabase are all set. If needed, a time to take the test can be arranged before the trip.

Return Permission Slip by: Saturday, August 4^th, 2017

Options for submitting sign-ups:

Mail or drop-off to: Matthew McQuinn, 7 Vineyard Rd, Westford, MA 01886
Mail or drop-off to: Andy McKeen, 29 Steeple Chase Cir, Westford, MA 01886
Bring to Wah-Tut-Ca for Sun. drop-off, Wed. eat-in-site night or Sat. pick-up

Please sign and return: Troop Permission Slip, Crab Apple White Water Rafting Waiver form, check made out to Troop 437

Time to sign up! Epic June Aerial Adventure - June 23rd/24th - Sign-ups due June 14th

Posted on Jun 7 2018 - 5:05pm

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The June trip for Troop 437 will be a one-night camping trip at Osceola Vista campground. This trip includes a day hike on Saturday in the vicinity of Osceola Mtn. On Sunday morning we will experience the Ariel Forest Adventure Park at Loon Mountain. To find out more about the Aeriel Adventure park visit http://www.loonmtn.com/experience/summer-activities/aerial-park.

Sign-ups are due June 14th. Participant must submit a Troop permission slip and a Loon Aeriel Adventure Liability Waiver.

This Week's Troop Meeting

Posted on Jun 7 2018 - 5:05pm

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This weeks troop meeting we are going to finish the planter boxes that we started last week and with the rest of the time we are going to do rank advancement. This is a great opportunity to finish up anything you need for this upcoming court of honor. And we will also have plenty of time for games so people can bring in new games for the troop meeting.

Reminder - Medical Forms need updating

Posted on Jun 7 2018 - 5:04pm

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All scouts need to submit an updated annual medical form. These forms are due June 14th and should be submitted to Mr. Barnard.

If you are going to SeaBase you will need to fill out out this form containing parts A, B, and C and the SeaBase risk advisory. A Dr's signature is required on part C. This is also good for summer camp. Please turn in a copy of the form to Mr. Cutbill for SeaBase.

If you are going to summer camp you will need to fill out this form containing parts A, B, and C. A Dr's signature is required on part C.

If you are not going to Summer camp you can use this form containing parts A and B only. No Dr's signature is required

Summer Camp Registration - Final payments due tonight

Posted on May 10 2018 - 2:53pm

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Final payments for summer camp are due tonight. There is still time to signup - If you have been sitting on the fence and want to go to camp bring your signup form and payment tonight!!! Signups can happen later but the fee will be higher as the council will be imposing a late payment fee.

Registration for Troop Week at Camp Wah-Tut-Ca are now due. Please find the Troop registration form link using the button below.

Please return a copy indicating if your Scout will/won’t be attending camp for our records. We are looking to receive a response from every scout!

If your Scout will be attending camp, here is the simple timetable and cost covered in the form:

Camp Week is July 29th – August 4th.
Discounted camp fee is $410.00.
Registration form and $50.00 deposit due by Thursday, March 22nd.
Remaining balance of $360.00 due by May 3rd.
BSA Medical forms due by June 14th.

It should be another great summer at camp, so if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Barnard.

This Weekend! - Camp Wanocksett / Mt Monadnock - Fishing and Day Hiking Trip - Sign-up tonight!

Posted on Apr 26 2018 - 2:18pm

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Mt Monadnock Sign up today for the April trip! We will be fishing and day hiking in the Mt. Monadnock area April 28-29! We will be camping at BSA Camp Wanocksett in Dublin NH.

Due to the time of year, the weather will be unpredictable. Please be prepared for cold weather. The Mt. Monadnock summit can experience winter-like conditions even in summer. Scouts should plan to bring boots, long pants, layered clothing, jacket, rain gear, hat, gloves, and a small day pack for the hike.

Additional equipment needed: tent with a rain fly (sharing arranged with other scout(s)), sleeping pad, sleeping bag, mess kit, several extra pairs of socks, spare pair of shoes, flashlight with good batteries, water bottle, compass, map, sports gear, and fishing gear / license, where appropriate.