Scouting in Goshen Indiana

Troop 5 and Troop 70 Goshen, Indiana

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  • A New Home for Troop 5: Exciting Changes Ahead

    A New Home for Troop 5: Exciting Changes Ahead

    Troop 5 of Scouting America has been part of Goshen, Indiana since 1932 and is transitioning to charter with St. James Episcopal Church. While leaving Goshen First Church, which supported the troop for 94 years, there is optimism for the future. Scouting emphasizes character-building, skills development, and a welcoming environment for youth.

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  • A look back and to the future

    This is the time of year that we spend time looking back on the past year and look forward to the coming year. 2025 was a historic year for Troop 70 primarily because 2025 was the founding year with the first official meeting happening on August 4th. With a new Troop with new Scouts many

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  • The Impact of Campouts on Scout Growth

    Scouting campouts teach essential outdoor living skills like tent setup and campfire building. Campouts also foster teamwork and leadership through hands-on experience while building self-confidence and self-reliance. In addition, they create lasting memories and friendships, and provide an opportunity for youth to practice decision-making in a supportive environment. These experiences bring learned skills to life,

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  • Building Confidence in Young Scouts: Skills for Life

    Scouting America: A Place to Learn, Explore, and Grow Scouting America provides a safe and enjoyable environment where young people can learn, explore, and grow. Chartered by Congress, the organization instills the values of the Scout Oath and Law, preparing youth for lives of purpose and impact. The Scouting America Promise Scouting addresses the concerns

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  • It’s Not To Late

    Missed the 2025 Join Night and the 2025 Parent Orientation? Don’t worry your scouting adventure can still begin. We have youth joining Troop 5 or Troop 70 through out the year. We understand that often fall can be a busy time, or maybe it’s basketball season that’s really busy for you. Unlike most sports, Scouts

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