The vote has been cast! Troop 167 is headed to our nation's capitol this March!

Activities include:

Visit to Vietnam, Lincoln, Korean, FDR and MLK Jr. memorials (afternoon/dusk visit)

Capitol Tour - we are requesting a visit with our Representative Joe Morelle - this is not guaranteed 

International Spy Museum - Learn what it's like to be a real life spy!

The People's House (White House Museum) - really cool interactive museum

Photo in front of the White House

Holocaust Museum - The Scouts specifically asked to include this

Choice of Smithsonian museum (please indicate which you'd like to visit in your notes - this will decide how groups are formed)

9/11 Memorial at the Pentagon (dusk visit)

National Zoo - see the Pandas!

Arlington Cemetery including Changing of the Guard (as time permits - Scouts will determine if they'd like more time at museums)

Schedule is subject to change 

Due to the limited locations to camp we will most likely be staying at Greenbelt park in Maryland and tent camping - while we wished to stay in cabins there is no availability

All Meals are included with the exception of lunch on way to Washington, DC

If you have dietary restrictions please indicate in the notes.  Only registered Scouts and Parents are able to attend this campout.

Pricing:

$150 for adults

$165 for Scouts ($15 extra per scout will be used to offset fuel costs for drivers)

Register here - Registration closes February 20th so we can ensure we get tickets to all the museums etc

Come check out the snow capital of NY - the Tug Hill Plateau just north of Syracuse. We'll be returning to one of the Troop's favorite places - Camp Kingsley in Ava, NY.

We'll stay cozy sleeping inside their rustic dining hall. We'll kick off 2026 with a Troop wide meal prepared in the Dining Hall's kitchen.

Scouts will hopefully have the chance to play in the snow, go sledding, build a Quinzee and explore camp.

A Dog Sledding Competition is set to be held nearby that we could possibly checkout as well.

Check out some photos from years past visiting this great Camp.

With so many Scouts recently obtaining the rank of Life, the Troop leadership wanted to share these tools with our Scouts as they prepare to think about their projects.

The first link gives some really great before and after photos that might give you inspiration.

Scouting Magazine Eagle Scout Ideas

The second link is an idea generator from the National Eagle Scout Association.

NESA Eagle Project Generator

Use these resources as a springboard for your own project.  We can't wait to see what you come up with to help your surrounding community.

As we look ahead, the Troop committee recognizes that our current fundraising approach needs a refresh. This year, only 10 families participated in the wreath sale. We'd like to find something that will hopefully benefit more scouts and families.

We're asking for a small team of parents to explore new fundraising opportunities for the Troop. This team will research and recommend one or more fundraisers that could be more appealing and effective for our scouts and families.

A few key guidelines for any proposed fundraiser:

• The Troop cannot pay money upfront to participate.
• We don’t have storage space for products or “show and sell” items.
• Any product or activity must align with BSA principles and not compete with council-run fundraisers.
• Timing of the fundraiser can change if that works better for families.
• Per BSA policy, scouts cannot solicit donations on behalf of the Troop.

We’re also open to improving our current wreath fundraiser — possibly by finding a local supplier to avoid large case purchases and leftover inventory. This year, the Troop had to order an additional $700 in products to meet minimum order requirements (items are sold by the case), which we’ll need to recover through extra sales or risk taking a loss.

Finally, any new fundraiser must be fully managed by the fundraising team — including order tracking, payment collection, and communication with families and vendors.

Remember, product sales aren’t the only option. Scouts can also fund their activities independently through things like yard work, snow shoveling, dog walking, babysitting, or other neighborhood jobs — all great ways to build responsibility while earning funds for scouting.

If you’re interested in joining the Fundraising Ideas Team, please send Tiffany an email, she will connect you with others who volunteer so the group can start exploring options together.

Thank you for supporting the Troop and helping us find the best path forward!

Troop 167 Committee

Attached is a link to the bios for the 4 candidates running for Sr. Patrol Leader.  Elections are Monday 10/27.  It is CRITICAL that you attend these elections so you can make your voice heard.  Please read over the bios carefully and come prepared to select the new Sr. Patrol Leader.  The Bios for the other positions will be posted soon.

Your attendance at the event is important! Please make every effort to attend this inspirational ceremony to celebrate not only your own hard work but the work of your fellow Patrol and Troop mates - your presence is very much appreciated by everyone in the Troop.