Past Trips
Check out some of the trips Troop 272 has taken together! Our trips include sporting activities such as skiing, white water rafting, and fishing, educational trips to national parks and monuments, and camping in the wilderness. These trips are crucial for developing youth, fostering leadership, and promoting teamwork, character, and citizenship skills.
Lock-in | January 10-11We went to Thrillz in King of Prussia. We dropped off our gear and then went to Thrillz. After dinner and fun at Thrillz we return back to the old mill to have a fun troop camp out.
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Historic city Trip | November 7-9Our troop had a great time at the City trip.
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Wilderness Survival | October 17-18
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Our Troop had a great time on the wilderness survival trip. This was a patrol based competition that started early Saturday morning and continue through Sunday morning. During the day they had to retrieve the gear, make shelter, signals and prepare to survive overnight. Also, through the competition there was several patrol competitions related to wilderness survival. Patrols were scored on their shelter and use of terrain and their performance in the competitions. Prizes were award and the title “KINGS OF THE WOODS” to the winning Patrol.
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Troop Leader Training | October 4-5 2025Troop 272 hosted their annual leadership training weakened. In this event scouts learned how a scout troop operates, and about what their individual their individual leadership position. It was a great weekend full of learning, competing, and overall fun.
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Fishing Trip | September 12 – 14
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Troop 272 went on a fishing trip to Rodney Scout Reservation. The scouts had a lot of fun on this trip. Some scouts that did not know how to set up a fishing rod learned how to do so. Everyone that went on the trip had a great experience fishing; some for their first time. Also, they went rifle shooting at the rifle range and they had a great experience. This was also a very good weekend for scouts to strengthen their friendships with one another.
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Summer camp 2025 Rodney Scout Reservation | July 20–26
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This summer, our scout troop took an amazing trip to Rodney Scout Reservation. The weather was perfect the entire time, we had clear skies every day, without a single drop of rain. That made all of our activities even more enjoyable. We spent our days swimming, hiking, practicing scout skills, merit badges and taking part in different camp programs. Evenings were filled with campfires, laughter, and great memories with friends. The trip was not only a chance to learn new skills but also a time to bond as a troop. Overall, it was a fun and unforgettable experience, and everyone came home with stories to tell.
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Hershey Park Trip | June 13-15, 2025
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Boy scout troop 272 had an unforgettable trip to Hershey park! The weather was a bit wet at times, but it didn’t slow us down—in fact, the light rain kept some of the crowds away. With almost no lines, we were able to ride all the roller coasters and attractions we wanted, some more than once! Everyone had a great time exploring the park, sharing laughs, and enjoying some sweet Hershey Candy. It was a day full of fun.
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Pilgrimage & Encampment Trip | March 7 – 9, 2025
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The Scouts attended the Cradle of Liberty Council's 2025 Pilgrimage & Encampment Weekend at Fort Washington State Park at Militia Hill. This annual event honors the sacrifice of George Washington and the Continental Army, and is the longest-running, continuous Scouting event in the world!
During this winter camping weekend, our Scouts participated in hand's on activities that help connect them with life in the 1700's and what it was like to be a Continental soldier during the fight for independence. |
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Elk Mountain Ski Trip | February 21 – 23, 2025
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The Scouts had a great time on our yearly trip to Elk Mountain! Named Best Overall Mountain in the Mid-Atlantic Region, Elk Mountain has over 180 skiable acres and 27 trails, so Scounts of all skill levels felt at home on the mountain.
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