Troop 437 Eagle Scout Jeremy Hemmingway will be running the bonfire at this weekend's East Boston Camp Gala to raise money for the new bathhouse. Jeremy would like two or three scouts to help with the fire. The event runs from 5:00pm - 10:00pm on Saturday. This would qualify for service hours. If you are able to help out with the event please contact the scoutmaster at scoutmaster@westfordtroop437.us.
The October trip for Troop 437 will be over the Columbus Day holiday weekend. This trip is a mountain day hiking trip! On Saturday the boys will setup camp at Osceola Vista Campground Site H with an opportunity for an afternoon hike. On Sunday the boys will tackle one (or more) of the infamous New Hampshire 4000 Footers! There are many different hikes within the valley for all ability levels.
We will be camping and cooking outdoors; the weather this time of year can range from cool to cold. As scouts we must be prepared to not only enjoy but to thrive in the elements. The minimal equipment needed: tent with a rain fly, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, mess kit, extra pairs of socks, sturdy shoes or hiking boots, rain gear, sunscreen, layered clothing, flashlight with good batteries, full water bottles (full), Boy Scout Handbook, and a pack to put all your items in. Additional optional survival items such as a small tarp and rope are suggested but not required. There may be an opportunity for a short hike on Saturday afternoon for those that are interested. On Sunday we will do a loop hike over Mt Oseola and East Osceola then down towards Greely Pond and back to the campground. The boys (and adults) attending should be prepared to be out on the trail all day on a strenuous yet rewarding hike. A separate shorter hike is also feasible as long as there are enough adults to support it.
The October trip for Troop 437 will be over the Columbus Day holiday weekend. This trip is a mountain day hiking trip! On Saturday the boys will setup camp at Wellington State Park at the Rocky Hill site with an opportunity for an afternoon hike. On Sunday the boys will tackle one (or more) of the infamous New Hampshire 4000 Footers! There are many different hikes within the valley for all ability levels.
We will be camping and cooking outdoors; the weather this time of year can range from cool to cold. As scouts we must be prepared to not only enjoy but to thrive in the elements. The minimal equipment needed: tent with a rain fly, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, mess kit, extra pairs of socks, sturdy shoes or hiking boots, rain gear, sunscreen, layered clothing, flashlight with good batteries, water bottles (full), Boy Scout Handbook, and a pack to put all your items in. Additional optional survival items such as a small tarp and rope are suggested but not required.
There may be an opportunity for a short hike on Saturday afternoon for those that are interested. On Sunday morning we will be taking a longer hike in the White Mountain National Forest. The boys (and adults) attending should be prepared to be out on the trail all day on a strenuous yet rewarding hike. A separate shorter hike is also feasible as long as there are enough adults to support it.
The June Trip for Troop 437 is a Kayaking Trip around Cape Ann with Essex River Basin Adventures, an outfitter experienced with equipping, teaching and guiding kayakers of all ages and abilities. We will be camping at Cape Ann Camp Site, in Gloucester. If time and weather allows we may also make a visit to Wingaersheek Beach.
All Scouts must have successfully completed the BSA swim test within the last 12 months in order to participate. Swim tests may be taken at the troop meeting on May 29th. See the Scoutmaster for details.
The February Troop trip will be a ski/boarding trip to Mt Sunapee in New Hampshire. This is a great opportunity for both new skiers and for experiences skiers! Mt Sunapee has trails to satisfy all levels of ability. In addition Sunapee is also offering discounts on equipment rentals and lessons if you are interested. All the details are in the attached permisison slip.
The Gilford Youth Center is allowing us to stay overnight for no charge so we’d like to give back to them by collecting food for their Gilford Got Lunch program. Please bring an item from the list provided below and so the Troop can make a donation to the center.
Below are items they have indicated they can use for their program:
Peanut Butter Canned tuna/chicken Mayonnaise Canned Vegetables Jelly Spaghetti and Spaghetti Sauce Chicken noodle soup Canned Fruit
Troop 437 Eagle Scout Jeremy Hemmingway will be running the bonfire at this weekend's East Boston Camp Gala to raise money for the new bathhouse. Jeremy would like two or three scouts to help with the fire. The event runs from 5:00pm - 10:00pm on Saturday. This would qualify for service hours. If you are able to help out with the event please contact the scoutmaster at 
The October trip for Troop 437 will be over the Columbus Day holiday weekend. This trip is a mountain day hiking trip! On Saturday the boys will setup camp at Osceola Vista Campground Site H with an opportunity for an afternoon hike. On Sunday the boys will tackle one (or more) of the infamous New Hampshire 4000 Footers! There are many different hikes within the valley for all ability levels.
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