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Troop Journal

Stories and photos from meetings, campouts, and service — newest first.

Thursday, October 15, 2026

🎉 Troop 51, let’s celebrate! 🎉 Join me in congratulating our very own Brad Woods, who was awarded Scoutmaster of the Year for 2026! What a well-deserved recognition for his dedication and service to Scouting! We also want to recognize Ken Allmon, Lorraine Brown, and Mr. B for receiving recognition for their support of Troop 51 and Scouting in general. Thank you for everything you do for our Scouts and our program! And a big congratulations to the Elks Lodge, our home and host for Troop 51, for receiving Community Partner of the Year! We’re fortunate to have such a wonderful partner supporting our troop. Please join me in congratulating all of these outstanding individuals and our community partners! These recognitions reflect the incredible people who make Troop 51 such a special place for our youth. Thank you all for everything you do! Congratulations to Niki Thornock, who was awarded Cubmaster of the Year for the support she provides to another pack in our district! 🎉 Thank you, Niki, for going above and beyond to support Cub Scouting and help youth in our district. We’re lucky to have so many people in our Scouting family who are willing to serve wherever they’re needed! Congratulations, Niki! 👏

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Troop 51 had a great time at Camp Fife for our Annual Planning Conference and Leadership Retreat. The boys learned a few skills and concepts, made plans, played a game or two, ate candy, and decided to go to Camp Meriwether for Summer Camp next year!

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Troop 51 had a great time at Fun Camp this year!

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Congratulations to Troop 51's newest OA members!

Friday, August 21, 2026

National Jamboree Report - Luis W

National Jamboree is one of the largest Boy Scout activities which takes place once every four years. My brother and I were a part of the Troop 4302 South Contingent which was comprised of about 40 people from Utah, Idaho, and Nevada. For the first week, we spent time touring many different museums and historical sites; places like Gettysburg, Arlington, the Smithsonian, and Independence Hall. These experiences really showcased just how impressive America is and how much of an impact the Founders had on the success of the United States. When we arrived at Summit Bechtel Reserve (The Summit) in West Virginia we were greeted by lush green forests and lots of rain. We received in two hours what Utah gets in five years! There were over thirteen thousand Scouts at The Summit which allowed us to meet people from all over the country. There were live bands and firework shows, as well as hundreds of merit badges and activities that you could do. By far the most popular activity was patch trading. People would set up large blankets and display their entire collection for people to see and trade. I was able to quadruple my collection in my short time there. After our main experience at The Summit, my Troop headed to the NASCAR Museum in South Carolina. It was so cool to see how the sport has evolved and how the teams use that sport to advance how our regular cars work. Overall, this Jamboree experience has been tremendous! I learned so much and had a wonderful time with all of the people. This is an activity that I would recommend for anyone.

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Fwd: Iron Chef!

Last night Troop 51 held our annual Iron Chef competition using this years special ingredient, Mint! A special thanks goes out to our wonderful Judges! Congratulations to the combined Piracy and Blackjack Patrols for winning the competition!

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Fwd: National Jamboree Report - Steve

Two scouts and two scouters from our troop recently returned from the National Scout Jamboree held in West Virginia. Mark and Luis W attended as part of a contingent troop and Stephen and Janice Bunker served on staff in Subcamp Delta IV as Chaplains. A National Scout Jamboree, Scouting America’s premier event, takes place every four years and brings together youth and adult scouters from across the country. This year it was held July 22 to July 31 at the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in the mountains near Glen Jean, West Virginia. Throughout the 10-day gathering, scouts participated in activities including earning merit badges, zip-lining, whitewater rafting, BMX, and rock climbing to name just a few. Patch trading was ubiquitous where ever you went. This jamboree coincided with America's Semiquincentennial (250th anniversary), and that theme carried across all activities, including arena shows with music and drone LED light displays. Contingent participants like Mark and Luis toured historical and cultural sites around our nation’s capitol prior to the jamboree. When you see them at troop activities be sure to ask them about their Jambo 2026 experience.

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Congratulations to Troop 51's 120th Eagle Scout, Carter F!

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Enjoy this video from summer camp at K-M!

Monday, July 27, 2026

Enjoy this video of Troop 51 arriving at K-M Scout Ranch for Summer Camp!