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

High Adventure Trip Sign-ups for Sea Base 2023 and Philmont 2024 - Sign up by January 16th

Posted on Jan 12 2023 - 5:02pm

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Troop 437 would like to hold high adventure trips during the summers of 2023 and 2024.

Sign-ups are due by 1/16/23. Read all the details on our High Adventure Trips page.

For 2023 we are planning a Sea Base trek in the Florida Keys.

6 - 7 day sailing and land-side adventure
Minimum age of 12 at the time of adventure
Open to both girls and boys
Sea Base High Adventure: Promo video
Participants in the Sea Base Adventure must be able to pass the BSA swim test.

For 2024 we are planning a Philmont Trek.

12-day backpacking trek in New Mexico
Minimum age of 14 at the time of the trek
Open to both girls and boys
Philmont Scout Ranch: High Adventure Promo video
Participants in the Philmont trek must also participate in preparatory backpacking trips that will be held by the Troop to prepare for Philmont.

Pinewood Derby Workshops next Wednesday and Thursday! Please mark you calendars!

Posted on Jan 10 2023 - 8:03pm

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For the last few years, Troop 437 has hosted Pinewood Derby car workshops for area cub scouts to come and get help designing and building their cars. This year our Pinewood Derby workshop will be a two-night on January 18th and 19th. The 18th is a Wednesday evening and the 19th will be during our normal Troop meeting. Please mark your calendars to make sure you can attend. We need Scout and adult help at the events to assist the visiting cubs and to help run the tools. More information will be sent as the event approaches.

On Wednesday, January 18th, Troop Scouts need to arrive at 6:30 pm and will be done at 8:30 pm

On Thursday, January 19th, Troop Scouts need to arrive at 6:45 pm and will be done around 8:45 pm

Cub Scouts coming to the workshop need to sign-up in advance and should arrive at 7:00 pm.

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.