Troop 5113 is a place where adventure, leadership, and friendship come together. We help young people grow into confident, capable leaders through hands-on experiences, outdoor challenges, and community service. Whether you’re brand new to Scouting or continuing your journey, Troop 5113 has a place for you.

From weekend campouts to full week-long summer camps, our Scouts learn outdoor skills, teamwork, and resilience. Activities include:

• Camping Trips — Learn essential outdoor skills, cook with your patrol, and explore nature.

• Hiking & Backpacking — Build endurance and confidence on local trails and longer treks.

• Survival Skills — Fire building, navigation, first aid, and more.

Scouting is built on youth-led leadership. Troop 5113 encourages Scouts to take charge through:

• Patrol Leadership Roles — Patrol Leader, Assistant Patrol Leader, Quartermaster, and more.

• Troop-wide Positions — Senior Patrol Leader, Scribe, Historian, Chaplain Aide, etc.

• Leadership Training — Opportunities like NYLT and hands-on mentoring.

Scouts progress at their own pace through the ranks, learning skills and earning merit badges along the way:

• Rank Requirements — From Scout to Eagle.

• Merit Badges — Over 135 topics to explore, from First Aid to Robotics.

• Service Projects — Give back to the community while building leadership skills.

Troop 5113 is active in the community through:

• Local Service Events — Food drives, park cleanups, flag ceremonies.

• Council & District Activities — Camporees, Klondike Derbies, and competitions.

• A welcoming, supportive environment

• Opportunities to build confidence and leadership

• Fun, challenging outdoor adventures

• Lifelong friendships

• Skills you’ll use for the rest of your life

Troop 5113 welcomes youth ages 11–17 who are ready to learn, grow, and explore. No prior Scouting experience is required — just curiosity and a willingness to try new things.

Joining is simple:

1. Attend a troop meeting to meet the Scouts and leaders.

2. Learn about our upcoming activities and how the troop works.

3. Complete the youth application with a parent or guardian.

4. Start your Scouting adventure.