Welcome Trailmen!
As Trail Life USA Troop members, we share a common vision, striving together to “guide generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure.” Our program is a Christ-centered leadership, character, and adventure program for young men. Our mission to “Walk Worthy” comes from Colossians 1:10, “…that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God…”
Our Troop operates as a ministry of our charter organization, Trinity Reformed Church. Young men ages 5 to 17 are encouraged to join our Troop to participate in scheduled events and activities. There are also platforms/positions for men 18-25 who want to be involved in Scouting.
MEETINGS
Our weekly meetings are held on Mondays at 6:00 – 8pm at Mayfair Church of Christ – (use the north portico entrance facing Carl T Jones Dr.). We also have monthly camp outs for the Navigators (Middle school) & Adventurers (high school), two troop wide campouts, community service opportunities, and other events and activities to participate in together.
Our Troop philosophy is that all members meet together, breaking into age-specific program groups at various times during Troop meetings. This provides a well-rounded program that integrates leadership opportunities for the older boys, and role models to help teach the younger boys. Program activities are designed to grow life skills and provide faith-building experiences.
SERVING
Fulfilling a Trail Life USA core value, our Troop is entirely volunteer-led. Parents are very involved and are welcomed to participate. There are many opportunities for service. In fact, parents are encouraged to join as Trail Life USA members so that they can help further the mission of Trail Life USA and assure the protection of the boys as part of the required two-deep leadership. Just ask our Troop master or the Committee Chair for an invitation to join and a link to complete that process will be emailed to you.
FEES
To cover yearly operation costs we charge an $85 annual activity fee. The activity fee is to take care of weekly meeting supply costs, Awards, Troop re‐chartering fees & the national organization’s per youth fee charged to the troop. Additional costs associated with the program are a yearly $33.25 registration fee with the National organization and uniform costs which range from $60‐$100 depending upon the items you purchase.
Walk Worthy!
Woodland Trails
Boys on the Woodlands Trail (Kindergarten through 5th grade) gain knowledge about outdoor skills, citizenship, character, friendship, and faith through fun activities, awards, and skill instruction.
Navigators
As Navigators, boys in grades 6-8 gain understanding of their values and beliefs under the guidance of godly male role models through being responsible in outdoor adventures and in their home and school life. They explore areas of interest and earn Trail Badges for advancement.
Adventurers
As Adventurers, young men in 9-12th grades mature in wisdom and faith through more difficult challenges and leadership activities with Christian men walking alongside. They plan and lead outdoor events and large projects while exercising leadership positions in the Troop, even mentoring some of the younger Trailmen.