The outdoor adventures continue, with a scheduled backpacking trip along the Appalachian Trail in western Massachusetts on the weekend of October 23-24.

Scouts will meet Saturday October 23rd at the parish center for an on-time departure at 730AM. Our destination is home to many interesting features including cascades, dramatic ledges, and campsites with dramatic views to the east.

This trip will be more challenging than the April backpacking introduction trip, so all attendees must be physically fit. Consider starting the personal fitness merit badge to get in shape. Please direct any questions on this merit badge to the Troop 4 Personal Fitness Merit Badge Councilors listed on the troop website. While this trip will be challenging, the troop will split into several ability groups on the ascent, to afford scouts an opportunity to hike to our campsite at a comfortable pace.

All attendees (scouts/adults) will cook patrol style. Scouts should also bring some money for a fast food lunch on Sunday’s return. Detailed meal planning and packing instruction will take place at the October 14th troop meeting. There is no fee for this trip.

If your son will be attending, please drop off the permission slip no later than the October 7th Troop Meeting, or email the form earlier to Phil Bedard.