Upcoming Events
Fall is just around the corner. We have quite a busy few months ahead. Below are a few of upcoming events.
John B's Eagle Project will be on Saturday, Oct 12th, from 9am to 2pm
- Where: Magruder Springs Park in Cheverly, MD
- What: We will first remove invasive species plants/shrubs, and then plant native species afterwards.
- What to Bring: Wear Long Sleeves, Long Pants, Work Gloves, and shoes that can get dirty
We will Provide Pizza and Drinks and also have additional sunscreen and bug repellent
- Location: The site does not have an address, but it is across the street from 2208 Cheverly Ave.. The entrance is a footpath behind the bus stop. There is limited street parking on Cheverly Ave.
You can also park at the Cheverly Community Center (6401 Forest Road, Cheverly, MD). Then take the Woodworth Trail to the work site. Signs will be posted. Bathrooms are located in the Cheverly Community Center.
In case you can't find it; Look for the 7-Eleven, then turn left from Tuxedo Road/right from Columbia Park onto Cheverly Ave You should see the bus stop almost immediately on your right!
On October 18-20th, Troop 1249 will be hiking Old Rag Mountain. This is one of the troop's favorite hikes. Old Rag Mountain is a 3,284 feet mountain near Sperryville in Madison County, Virginia. A part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the peak is located within Shenandoah National Park and is the most popular hiking destination within the park. In contrast to most mountains of the Blue Ridge, Old Rag has an exposed (rocky) summit. We also need adults who can attend and hike.
October 22nd is our Open House for Webelos! Scouts will do several skill mills and show the Webelos about our troop!
Greenery fundraiser– The Greenery packets were handed out last night. This is a mandatory fundraiser for all scouts. They must either sell 10 items (wreaths, door swags, garland, etc.) or take the buyout of $120. If you did not get your packet and need it before the next meeting on Nov 15, please contact Mr. McGowan. Orders are due Nov 5.
On Saturday Nov 9, from 11am - 3pm, the Aviation Merit badge is being offered. Contact SM Westbrook. if you are interested. The session is 4 hours long and cost $10. Click here for the Link to Scout Day and the Aviation Merit Badge.
Scouting for Food is on Saturday, November 2nd at 8:30am. This is for the distribution of bags to the home! Pickup of the food is on Saturday, November 9th at 8:30am. Note that these both qualify as Service Hours! Also you can still attend the pickup of food and also go to the Aviation MB later that day!
What we did these past couple of months!
What a great week we had at Summer Camp. This year we went to Camp Somers in norther New Jersey. It was a fun filled week, full of climbing, ATV, basketball, cooking, metalcraft, pottery, camping, space exploration, canoe wars, kayaking, mile swim, small boat sailing, as well as the heat (mid-upper 90's), humidity, and storms. Thanks to all the leaders, adults and our newest Eagle Scout for their help at Camp this year! Check out these pictures!
If you would like to add our Troop Calendar to your own family calendar, add Troop1249Bowie@gmail.com
Latest Eagle Scouts
Congratulations to our latestt Eagle Scout -> Connor Guyette. Who will be our next Eagle?
If anyone knows of other Troop Eagle Scouts not listed or has information of our Troop History, please forward to Asst. Scoutmaster Snider. We would like to add a Troop History page to our website. We have a remarkable history.
Troop 1249 has now produced 77 Eagle Scouts. Who are our other Eagle Scouts?
Congratulations to our latestt Eagle Scout -> Connor Guyette. Who will be our next Eagle?
If anyone knows of other Troop Eagle Scouts not listed or has information of our Troop History, please forward to Asst. Scoutmaster Snider. We would like to add a Troop History page to our website. We have a remarkable history.
Troop 1249 has now produced 77 Eagle Scouts. Who are our other Eagle Scouts?