Troop 35 hosts in-house summer camp
When the pandemic put a pause on Troop 35’s annual trip to Tesomas summer camp, some older scouts stepped into action. They planned a multiple-day outdoor camp at Winfield Church where scouts could earn merit badges, achieve rank advancements and have fun....
Troop 35 scout participates in “Taps Across America”
Musicians from across the country, including Troop 35’s Noah B., played taps from their front porches at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day. Twenty years ago, Congress passed a law that 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day is “The National Moment of Remembrance.” It’s an annual event that asks...
Gary Church honors scouts; Troop 35 serves up cobbler
Scout Sunday took on special relevance this year as February 2020 marks the 100th anniversary since scouting officially formed a relationship with the Methodist Church. During the church service, Gary United Methodist Church honored scouts who completed the “God and Church” religious emblem program, including two scouts from Troop...
Troop 35 competes at Klondike Derby
Scouts from Troop 35 competed against other troops at the Klondike Derby at Camp Big Timber in Elgin. Activities included archery, BB shooting, tug of war, tomahawk throw, log sawing and more....
Troop 35 helps with Christmas Sharing
As Christmas Sharing celebrates its 50th year, scouts from Troop 35 enjoy helping out. The boys packed boxes with food, toiletries and household products, which will go to needy families in Community Unit School District 200. Christmas Sharing started in 1969 when a school social worker was concerned about...
Electronics lock-in a favorite with scouts
Every year, Troop 35 takes a night to play games, including their favorite electronics. The troop invites Webelos scouts to come and have fun and get to know each other better, hoping they continue their scouting careers and become Boy Scouts. This year, Troop 35 also elected their next...
Scouts speak at Wheaton City Council meeting
Troop 35 scouts working on the Communication merit badge attended the Wheaton City Council meeting Monday night, and Wheaton Mayor Phil Suess asked them to address the council. The boys shared their names, troop, and why they were there. You can view the meeting here. The photo below shows...
Learning and practicing canoeing skills
Several scouts from Troop 35 recently paddled their way to a canoeing merit badge at Silver Springs State Park in Yorkville. Thank you to the Three Fires Council for organizing the merit badge day....
Troop 35 serves up sweet treats for Scout Sunday
In celebration of Scout Sunday, boys from Troop 35 cooked up cobbler for the churchgoers at Gary United Methodist Church. They made many varieties, including cherry, peach and blueberry. The scouts served up cobbler from more than a dozen Dutch ovens. They displayed flags and photos and answered questions....
Troop 35 helps with Christmas Sharing
Scouts from Troop 35 packed food boxes for Christmas Sharing this week at Gary United Methodist Church. The food will go to families in need in Community Unit School District 200. Christmas Sharing serves families in District 200 with food, clothing, toys, books and more. Learn more about how...