Scout's Blog
Congratulations, Sarah!
Congratulations, Sarah C., on passing your Eagle Board of Review and achieving the rank of Eagle Scout!
Canoeing Overnight at Mohican Wilderness
Troop scouts and leaders enjoyed a fun canoeing activity and overnight at Mohican Wilderness in August. The boys and girls had some some wet fun in the sun canoeing ten miles on the Mohican River (no one flipped!), enjoyed some additional activities including mini golf, then camped overnight in tents. See more photos of our outings and activities on our troop's Facebook page.
Scouting Open House at St. Basil on August 28
On August 28, visit an open house at St. Basil to learn more about our Scouting units (Cub Scouts, Troops, and Venture Crew) for boys and girls! Our troop's affiliate, Cub Scout Pack 652, will host an open house event for boys and girls in grades K-5 (ages 5-10) and their families from 6:00-7:30 PM. In addition, for older boys and girls ages 11+, there will be information tables about Scouting with Troop 652. Stop by for fun activities, meet our member families, and learn more about Scouting. See more about Cub Scouts and Pack 652 or check out our troop's Facebook page.
Rafting the New River with Crew 652
In late July, four scouts and two leaders whitewater rafted and kayaked class 1 through 4+ rapids for 45 miles over five days. The crew also did some hiking and sightseeing, visiting Cathedral Falls (the highest waterfall in West Virginia), historical sites, and New River Gorge National Park Visitor Center. After a stop at the World Scouting Museum in Charleston, WV, Venture Crew 652 arrived home slightly sore, slightly sunburned, and ready to plan their next high adventure!
Backpacking the Buckeye Trail
Members of 652B and 652G completed a quick overnight backpacking trek through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cleveland Metroparks. After learning about proper backpacking gear, how to pack for the trip, and food planning, seven scouts and three leaders did 8 miles on the Buckeye Trail. The July trek was the first backpacking trip for most of the scouts. 🥾
Congratulations, Joanna!
Congratulations, Joanna A., on passing your Eagle Board of Review and achieving the rank of Eagle Scout!
Merz Summer Camp on Lake Chautauqua
Yo ho, yo ho... we've returned from our SECOND WEEK of BSA summer camp. Eleven boys and four leaders attended Camp Merz, BSA in Mayville, New York on beautiful Lake Chautauqua. During a fun-filled, pirate-themed week, we enjoyed many water sports (motorboating, sailing, paddleboarding, rowing, tubing, waterskiing, canoeing, and snorkeling) and learned about theater, space exploration, music, archery, electricity, fishing, and wilderness survival. Troop members enjoyed karaoke, campfire programs, and a water carnival. During the week, Mrs. Mahoney worked diligently to earn her Camp Merz Scoutmaster Merit Badge. Our Merz campers earned 47 merit badges and 6 certificates. 
“To These Things, You Must Return”
Our first week of BSA summer camp for 2024 is in the books! It was a HOT, HOT 
week of fun and learning at Camp Manatoc for 29 boys, 12 girls, and a handful of our troop leaders. Scouts participated in merit badges, attended camp games and activities, sang many songs, and had a good camp experience. Troop 652 has attended Camp Manatoc annually for over 30 years.
Troop Scouts Attend NYLT
This year, Troop 652 had great representation at National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). Congratulations to the troop's newest NYLT graduates Sam, Justin, and Talya! And a special shout-out to our other troop members, Molly and Matthew, that served on staff for the week. NYLT is a premier leadership training course for youth, offered annually in June by BSA Lake Erie Council.