Troop Introduction

The Kiwanis Club of Arlington chartered Troop 5 in March 1997 as a new unit in the Cross Timbers District of the Longhorn Council. The Troop currently has 25 active members in four patrols and looks forward to new scouts joining at any time. The Troop meets Monday evenings, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm, at The Montessori Academy -3428 Arkansas Lane. Our meetings include Scout skills instruction, games, and planning for upcoming events.

Youth Leadership

Troop 5’s program is planned and directed by the youth membership through the Patrol Leaders' Council. The Senior Patrol Leader and other youth leadership are elected to 6-month terms of office. Youth leadership is under adult guidance.

Outdoor Activities

Troop 5 believes that there's nothing left after you delete the "outing" from "Scouting". Troop 5 camps out the second full weekend of the month. The Troop's outdoor program is designed to provide the Scouts with fun, new skills, and advancement.

Summer Camp

Troop 5 goes to a weeklong stay at Boy Scout Summer Camp every year. For 2009, we are going to The Big Adventure at Worth Ranch. In past years, we have gone to other camps such as Camp Wehinahpay Scout Ranch in New Mexico.

High Adventure

Troop 5 does a high adventure Trek yearly. This year, the trek will take the boys to the Davis Mountains for an exciting backpacking excursion. In 2005, the Troop sent an expedition to the Boy Scout High Adventure Sea Base in Florida. In 2006, the Troop sent a crew to summit Mount Phillips in New Mexico. In 2008, the high adventure event was a trip to the Philmont Scout Ranch, also in New Mexico. Extra commitment for boys participating in the High Adventure Program is expected for preparation for these types of camping experiences.

How to Join

We are always interested in having prospective members check out our program before joining. Come visit! Contact Greg Shugart, Scoutmaster, at (817) 480-2814.

Troop 5 Fun Facts

By focusing on this program we have produced 21 Eagle Scouts since 1997.