Scouts prove their strength and stamina as they hike to the top of Mt. Wilson.
“The backpacking trip was EPIC! We hiked to the summit of Mount Wilson! The freeze dried teriyaki chicken and chili-mac was excellent. This was the best trip with the troop so far. I will definitely come to the next one.“ –Evan Nachtrieb Continue reading
Both Scouts and ASMs work their way up the trail to Round Valley Campground
On Saturday morning at 8am, the cars began rolling into the parking at Westminster Church. We were embarking on an adventure most have never experienced before: snow camping. Not just snow camping but snow backpacking. A week earlier, an Alaskan cold snap slammed Southern California bringing cold winds and snow to the mountains. Temperatures hovered in the teens at our destination but days before the trip, a high pressure system knocked out the cold storms making our weekend possible. The forecast called for rain and snow. The photos tell the rest of the story…. Continue reading
Stories by Gaslight
Six patrols of Troop 4 scouts faced off in a set of pre-camporee events thematically linked to the Gold Rush April 5-7, 2013. Scouts enjoyed fresh air, camping, and Continue reading
Scouts navigate the mighty Colorado
A hardy group of 21 scouts and ASM’s paddled the mighty Colorado River 17 miles though the scenic Topock Gorge during Continue reading
First leg of our 2-1/2 hike up to Hoegees Camp along Lower Winter Creek Trail
Last week a few of the scouts and ASM’s met together for a quick backpack shakedown. They quickly learned that Continue reading
Wednesday, July 11th – Day 1
After a four-hour drive in 100° heat, and a few welcomed thunder showers, the scouts arrived at Horseshoe Meadows Campground above Lone Pine, CA.
Everyone unloaded their packs and began setting up camp. Dinner was prepared the day before; Mountain House Chili Mac and instant pudding. Continue reading
Troop 4 cyclist peddling toward their 100-mile goal
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