*Parents - Please join us for the first 10 mins of each Troop Meeting for important announcements. *Scouts - Remember to bring your Scout Handbook.
To preview the upcoming year of Troop events 'at a glance' <Click here> Did you know you can sync the Troop calendar with your Apple, Android, Outlook, iCal, Yahoo or Windows device? <Click here> to learn how!
DBC National Youth Training Course (NYLT) overnight camp week at Camp Michaels this summer! 2026 COURSE OPTIONS: Max capacity (48 pp) for each course is expected to fill!
Course 1: June 7-12, 2026 (Co-ed; linked-troop model) Course 2: June 14-19, 2026 (Co-ed; linked-troop model) Note: No Fall Offering in 2026!
Participation in NYLT is strongly encouraged & supported for scouts interested in serving in Troop leadership positions. It is needed to serve as SPL. Reach out to Mr. Goldschmidt to find out how you can earn a $100 scholarship (details below)! If you pair that with a DBC Camp 'Seconds Discount' you'll save $200!
(Scouting America Announcement) Merit badge pamphlets are getting a modern upgrade. Instead of printed requirement lists inside each pamphlet, Scouts and counselors will now find a QR code and URL that link directly to the latest requirements and information in the Merit Badge Hub on scouting.org. Visit the Merit Badge Hub here. Additionally, 80 merit badges have been updated for 2026. Read more here.
(Update - includes link to ET airing with Eagle Scout David Montgomery ahead of the Super Bowl showcasing the impact scouting makes on the lives of youth and the benefit of service to our communities. <click here>)
Scouting America announced a multi-year, national service program that challenges Scouts and their families to solve problems, drive community impact and shape a bright future.
Heading to summer camp, high adventure or just want to amp up your 1st Aid skills? Registration is now open for several WFA offerings hosted by DBC. There are offerings every month between now and summer camp and it is being offered every week of summer camp (open to all including those not participating in summer camp). WFA is required training for all T635 adult leaders attending Philmont, Sea Base and Northern Tier. Youth are also welcome to attend. For dates, cost and additional details <click here>
In celebration of Scouting America's 116th Birthday on Sunday February 8th, check-out this list of 116 notable names from US history who started their journey in the scouting program <click here>.