Troop 376 Bugler, Matthew Hirsch, performs Taps at the Somers Memorial Day ceremony. John F. Kennedy once said, "The cost of freedom is always high, but Americans have always paid it." For far too many, the cost has been the ultimate sacrifice of life for country. On this beautiful, cloudless Memorial Day, Somers BSA Troop … Continue reading Honoring the Fallen
Troop 376 Attends USNA STEM Jamboree
Nine scouts from Somers Troop 376 attended this year’s STEM Jamboree at the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, earning an impressive collection of merit badges in the process. Assistant Scoutmaster Peter Schmitt organized the event, his 10th consecutive year doing so. Each scout was able to select two merit badges from those offered, and … Continue reading Troop 376 Attends USNA STEM Jamboree
Troop 376 Supports St. Luke’s Food Pantry
Somers Troop 376 made the front page of the Somers Record as it collected and delivered over 70 bags of non-perishable food and supplies to the St. Luke’s food pantry. The food pantry distributes fresh and non-perishable food every Friday from 1:30-3:00pm to anyone in need from the larger Somers community. The third such effort … Continue reading Troop 376 Supports St. Luke’s Food Pantry
Congratulations to Eagle Scout #75: Ryan Hanrahan
On February 14th, Ryan Hanrahan gave his parents a Valentine's Day gift they'll never forget - he made them proud Eagle Scout parents. Ryan passed his Eagle Scout board of review with flying colors and earned Scouting's highest achievement, becoming Troop 376's 75th Eagle. Ryan's Eagle Scout project involved the labor-intensive process of relocating a … Continue reading Congratulations to Eagle Scout #75: Ryan Hanrahan
Bowling & Bridges
On Friday, January 27th, Troop 376 hosted an epic bowling night at Spins in Carmel. Along with our honored guests (Webelos from Pack 1), Scouts and adults alike punished the pins and chowed down on plenty of pizza, chicken fingers, and fries. High-fives abounded, high scores were achieved, and a great time was had by … Continue reading Bowling & Bridges
A Busy Thanksgiving Weekend for Troop 376
It was a busy Thanksgiving weekend for BSA Troop 376! On a crisp and sunny Thanksgiving morning, Somers BSA Troops 376 and 228 joined forces with the Somers Volunteer Fire Department to unload hundreds of trees in support of the SVFD’s annual Christmas tree sale at Fireman’s Field. We and the SVFD wish to thank … Continue reading A Busy Thanksgiving Weekend for Troop 376
Honoring our Veterans and Active Troops
Maintaining its annual tradition, Troop 376 participated in the Town of Somers Veterans Day Parade on Friday, November 11th, 2022. Three of our Scouts served as Color Guard (Jackson R., Aidan K., and Aiden Q.), while others marched as part of the BSA Scouts contingent or performed with the Fife & Drum band. Fortunately, the … Continue reading Honoring our Veterans and Active Troops
Troop 376 Court of Honor, October 2022
Troop 376 held its fall Court of Honor on Tuesday, October 25th. Liam M. served as this CoH's master of ceremonies, leading the Troop in recognizing ten Scouts for earning a collective 36 merit badges, one rank-up (Second Class Scout, Jackson R.), and one Trainer's EDGE course completion (Aidan K.). (Trainer's EDGE prepares Scouts to … Continue reading Troop 376 Court of Honor, October 2022
Troop 376 Visits Block Island
On Saturday, October 8th, under a picture-perfect azure sky, scouts from Troop 376 embarked on one of the signature events of the 2022-23 program year - our Block Island Campout. Part campout, part vacation, the Block Island trip is one that both scouts and adults eagerly anticipate and look back fondly on. For those unfamiliar … Continue reading Troop 376 Visits Block Island
First Campout at Durland Hits the Bullseye!
Scouts in Troop 376 tried their hands at archery and fishing last weekend during the first overnight of the year at nearby Durland Scout Reservation. With perfect camping weather and a site situated on the shore of picturesque Clear Lake, Scouts and adults alike enjoyed a relaxed start to the 2022-23 program year. The fun … Continue reading First Campout at Durland Hits the Bullseye!
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