As the sun sets on another year, may it rise again and shine light on new opportunities, perspectives, and adventures ahead!
In the words of Lord Baden-Powell, the founder of the world-wide scouting movement: So in our work indeed, in any work of life we should look forward, well forward, with high aims and hope; look around with joy and goodwill; look back with thankfulness at what has been accomplished and then press on with renewed vigor, with helpful initiative, and with broadened outlook, towards the highest goal, not forgetting to give a helping hand to others as we go. But when you look - look WIDE; and even when you think you are looking wide - LOOK WIDER STILL.

Everyone is invited to the Eagle Court of Honor for Jakob, on Monday, January 12th, in the sanctuary at Sleepy Hollow UMC, as we pay tribute to his incredible achievement.
The Eagle Scout rank is the highest honor in Scouts BSA, a lifelong distinction earned through exceptional leadership, service, and the completion of at least 21 merit badges, including a major service project. This ceremony is a formal recognition of their dedication and hard work.
We encourage everyone to attend and celebrate these young men and their contributions to the Troop, our community, and their fellow Scouts. Your presence is a sign of respect and support, and a way to "pay it forward" to those who may one day celebrate their own Eagle Scout journey.
Refreshments, provided by the families, will be available in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the ceremony. Scouts should wear their Class A uniform with neckerchief.

We spoke with Fort Mifflin, there are a few spaces avialble - sign up now! Troop 875’s city campout for this scouting year will be January 24th-25th, 2026 at the legendary Fort Mifflin, Philadelphia, PA. While at Fort Mifflin, we will get a personal guided tour of the Fort with uniform and weapons demonstration in the company of a Revolutionary or Civil War soldier and a cannon demonstration. But that’s not all! First we will visit the Philadelphia historic district. We will begin at the Independence Visitor Center then visit the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall, Declaration House and end with seeing where Ben Franklin is buried at the Christ Church Burial Ground. Finally, we will eat dinner at The Reading Terminal Market Saturday night – try a Philly cheesesteak - prior to going to Fort Mifflin. Wow, don’t miss it! Agenda is attached. FEES for adults is $35 + food. Scouts, bring money for food, snacks, and souvenirs.

A quick reminder to bring your handbooks to troop meetings. There is often time to work on rank requirements, so you need your book to record your achievements. At meetings, scouts are shown and taught an advancement skill. Scouts can practice on their own with the help of their handbook and other scouts. At a later meeting, scouts can demonstrate the skill to a leader, who will sign it off in their handbook.