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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

Pioneering Palooza 2024 Camp Resolute - November 16th/17th - Sign up now - Due THIS THURSDAY by 6 PM

Posted on Nov 6 2024 - 9:57pm

 
It’s time for another Pioneering Palooza!! Pioneering is the art of using ropes and wooden spars joined by lashings and knots to create a structure.

Scouts will be put to the test in fun pioneering challenges. Depending on conditions, challenges may include shelter building and bridge building.  Scouts can assemble their shelters using items found throughout the camp.

As always, we will follow “leave no trace” outdoor code principles and disassemble all shelters prior to leaving.  More discussions on how to prepare for shelter building will be held during the upcoming troop meetings. We plan to cook outdoors.  

Signups are due by 6:00 PM, Thursday 11/7

Outing: Pioneering + Campout (Cabin, Lean-to or Tent) at Camp Resolute, Bolton, MA

Arrive Campsite: Saturday, November 16th, 2024, Arrive at Camp Resolute at 9:30 AM (just under 30min drive time)
Camp Resolute, 75 Hudson Rd, Bolton, MA 01740

Depart Campsite: Sunday, November 17th, 2024, pick up from camp 10:00 AM

Cost: $20 includes site fee, Saturday lunch, Saturday dinner, Saturday cracker barrel and Sunday breakfast

       

Veterans Rake Out - November 23rd

Posted on Nov 6 2024 - 2:24pm

On Saturday, November 23rd, Troop 437 will be helping out some local veterans by raking their yards and clearing out leaves.

This event will start at 9:00 am and should only take a couple of hours if we get a good turn out.

This does count towards service hours (not conservation hours)

The location will be announced as the event approaches.

Trick or Treat - No Troop meeting this week, October 31st

Posted on Oct 30 2024 - 3:54pm

Due to an anticipated very low attendance due to Halloween festivities and the opening of Westford Academy's musical The Cursed Child, we will not be holding a Troop meeting this week.

Register Now for Merit Badge Monday on 10/28

Posted on Oct 23 2024 - 6:24pm

Signups are open now for Merit Badge Monday this coming Monday, October 28, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at the McKeen's house.

We may add additional Merit Badges so please check the form again over the next few days.

New sessions include:
Sustainability
Personal Management
Personal Fitness

A check-in session for Cooking will be held for Scouts who have already started this badge.

There is also a field where you can enter a request for other badges.

Register for your preferred session on the signup form.

We are planning to have Merit Badge Monday sessions on November 18 and December 16. Confirmed dates will be announced at the Troop meeting and in the weekly Troop E-Blast.

Troop 437 Open House for Arrow of Light Cub Scouts and Teens Age 11-17 October 24

Posted on Oct 23 2024 - 6:24pm

Do you have an Arrow of Light Cub Scout? Does your teen (age 11-17) love outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and rafting?  Troop 437 invites you to our Open House on Thursday, October 24, to learn more about our troop and Scouting!

Troop 437 is a medium-sized troop with boys and girls from Westford, Chelmsford and Bedford. We meet on Thursday evenings during the school year to learn new skills and enjoy fun activities. Meetings and activities are scout-led and the focus is on learning both leadership and practical skills. Scouts also enjoy optional monthly overnight camping, hiking and adventure trips. Many 437 Scouts have earned the well-respected Eagle Scout rank.

To learn more, visit Troop 437's Open House on Thursday October 24 from 7-8:30 PM at the American Legion, 114 Dunstable Rd., Westford.
 
Troop 437 will also be hosting a Camp Day on Saturday, November 16, at Camp Resolute in Bolton MA where AOL Cub Scouts and interested teens can meet our Scouts and enjoy Scout activities and food. More information will be posted soon!
 
RSVP and questions: rsvp@westfordtroop437.us 

Fall Court of Honor Oct 17th - All Scouts and Parents invited to attend

Posted on Oct 16 2024 - 7:49am

Our Fall Troop Court of Honor is Thursday evening Oct 17th at 7:00 in the Legion Hall.  For those new to the Troop, a Court of Honor is where we recognize all the achievements that the scouts have completed since the last Court.  In this case, we will be recognizing all the achievements since the beginning of the summer.  
 
All scouts should attend in full uniform.  Scouts should arrive around 6:50 to help with setup.
 
 
Parents are invited and encouraged to attend to be present during the awards ceremony.  Refreshments will be served after the Court to celebrate the achievements. 

We look forward to seeing everyone at the Court!  Yours in Scouting,  Scoutmasters McKeen & McKeen

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