Campouts are a big reason the Trailmen love coming to Trail Life, so a lot of time needs to be taken to make each one a fun learning experience. Troop TX-5662 needs an Event and Activity Coordinator to help determine different camp sites and have plenty of activities for the Trailman. Some campouts will be combined with both Woodlands Trail/Navigator and Adventurers.

Typically, once a year, the troop will have a family campout which will be similar to the Woodlands Trail style campout. Please note that the family campout is not a time for parents to drop off their Trailman and leave. Parents are expected to stay and participate in the campout.

We have a standard packing list for campouts. You can find it here.

CHRIST-CENTERED - Trail Life USA (TLUSA) is a Christian outdoor adventure program that emphasizes and teaches biblical moral values and requires all adult members to agree with, sign, and abide by the Trail Life USA Trinitarian Statement of Faith and the Statement of Values. The program is unapologetically Christian. However, the program is designed and intended to be presented without being “churchy” or “religious,” focusing on outdoor adventure, character, and leadership development. The analogy for this principle has been referred to as “carrot cake.” The carrots in the cake are not in big and obvious chunks, but are still present throughout the entire cake, as are the assumptions of a Christian worldview throughout the entire program. At the same time, the TLUSA program is not intended to replace or compete with other youth groups, Bible studies, or church programs, but rather to complement them and give youth an opportunity to exemplify and demonstrate Christian values in their relationships

CHURCH-OWNED AND OPERATED - The Charter Organizations (most commonly churches) in the TLUSA program do not merely allow the organization to use space in their building. The Charter Organization is expected to own and operate the Troop through selecting its adult leaders, integrating the Troop into the life of the church, and by involving the boys in mission trips, service projects and/or other ministry or ceremonial purposes. Each Charter Organization influences its Troop differently but is encouraged to take ownership of the Troop as an active part of its ministry offerings to the members of the church and/or the community at large.

OUTDOOR-FOCUSED - We believe there is something special about being in the outdoors. This enables our program to instill “Adventure, Character, and Leadership” traits in boys and young men. Camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities help build deep relationships and provide a special context for leadership, problem solving, conflict resolution, and character building. We also value the outdoor focus of our program as a unique means of helping a boy see and appreciate the wonder, majesty, and grandness of God as reflected in His creation. SAFETY - Trail Life USA is committed to the health, welfare, and safety of our youth, volunteers, staff, and employees. Physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health are integrated into everything we do to ensure as safe a program as possible. The goal should always be to provide challenging, adventurous, and fun activities in a manner that no injuries occur beyond those that are readily treatable by simple first aid.

COURAGE - The morals and values of our country are deteriorating at an exponential rate and are becoming increasingly opposed to true Christian values. As our organization grows and matures, future challenges will require increased character and courage by both adult and youth members as they stand for the timeless values articulated in the TLUSA Statement of Faith and Statement of Values which originate from the Holy Scripture and the teachings of the Church. With this cultural pressure in mind, we will continually commit ourselves to the truths found in the scriptures, that we are to fear God and not man, and that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and understanding.

MALE-CENTERED ADULT LEADERSHIP - TLUSA is a program focused on turning boys into godly men. Our firm conviction is that this can only be done by allowing a boy the opportunity to interact, work with, and be mentored by and with other Christian men. Women can serve in a number of roles in the organization including the National Board of Directors, National Advisory Board, Regional Leadership, Area Leadership, Troop Committee members, and even as the Charter Organization Representative (TML). However, other than in the Woodlands Trail program for younger boys 5-10 years old, adult leaders in positions of direct contact to boys must be male.

VOLUNTEER-DRIVEN - Trail Life USA will be operated and supported by volunteers at every level. Troops connect with one another locally, and leaders are strongly encouraged to solve each other’s problems at roundtable discussions, online forums, and the like. Area Teams of experienced volunteers, possessing expertise in Advancement, Camping, Activities, Community Service, Marketing, and much more, stand ready to help. Direct Service Advisors are appointed by the Area Team to coach and mentor Troop leaders. Areas report to Regional volunteer committees, and Regions to the professional staff. As a result — and by design — Home Office staff will be kept to a minimum. This is not only good stewardship but allows the members of the organization to take full ownership of and investment in the program.

PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY - The flexibility principle behind our program elements allows local Troops to adapt the program to fit the needs of their unit. A good example would be running only a Woodlands Trail and Adventurers program but not a Navigators program because of a lack of boys in a Troop or a lack of adult leaders. There will be some elements of the program which are unyielding and mandatory, but many parts of the way the program is delivered can be customized to fit the immediate needs of the local Troop and Charter Organization.

SHARED LEADERSHIP - Since the founding of the organization by a wide coalition of leaders in Louisville, Kentucky in June of 2013, TLUSA has operated under the principle of shared leadership. Shared leadership seeks to involve others in the process and not “hog” or “lord over” the authority and public nature of leadership. While we recognize the need for strong leadership at every level, we also encourage the sharing of leadership by all those holding positions. Examples of this principle might look like occasionally allowing other adult leaders to share in doing the Troopmaster’s minute, delegating responsibilities, instituting term limits for Committee Chairmen, or having adult and youth Chaplains recruiting others to pray every now and then.

YOUTH-CENTERED LEADERSHIP - The youth should be leading other youth. Our firm conviction is that the only way a young man is going to learn the art of true Christian leadership is to allow him to initiate, to lead, and even to make mistakes. There is a constant temptation by adult leaders to step in and instruct the boys in weekly meetings, at campouts, and at other events to show the boys how things should be done “right,” “better,” or “smarter.” While adults can and should advise, counsel, make suggestions to youth leaders, and provide oversight to those young men designated as leaders, youth should be allowed to plan, organize, make decisions, and be the primary leaders.

CHARACTER-FOCUSED, NOT AWARDS-FOCUSED - Some boys’ programs are very focused on helping the boy achieve as many awards as he can in the shortest period of time to achieve the highest rankings and awards the program has to offer. In contrast, TLUSA is more concerned with building character than with earning badges and ranks. While TLUSA has a robust and prominent ranking and awards structure, this will not be the focus of the program. The focus should always be on building character over merely earning awards. This value is reflected by the fact that a young man cannot simply earn the Freedom Award quickly in a couple of years; he must stay in the program over an extended period of time — demonstrating maturity and leadership — to earn the highest award in the program.

SERVANT LEADERSHIP - Leadership with a servant’s attitude by both adults and youth is a core value of TLUSA. Servant leadership is characterized by humility and the willingness to work alongside others and not just “boss” people around. Leading by example and sacrifice are also qualities of servant leadership.

FAMILY-ORIENTED - While this will not be the case in every location, ideally the goal would be to create a “family-centered” youth-enrichment experience where on one night, in one location, boys and their dads can participate in Trail Life USA, and girls and their moms can be involved with American Heritage Girls. There are many obvious strengths to this model, and those who are able to experience it will discover lasting impact and accelerated spiritual growth for every member of the family.

DECENTRALIZED DECISION-MAKING - Pursuant to the TLUSA By-Laws, after January 1, 2015, decisions regarding changes to the most important elements of the organization will be made by each Charter Organization casting a vote, and not by professionals or delegates chosen by professionals. This principle will be used for any additions to the governing Board Members of Trail Life USA. To ensure fidelity to the principles and values of Trail Life USA, any changes to the Statement of Faith, Statement of Values, or membership standards would require an 80% vote by all Charter Organizations.

DEBT AVERSE - The National Board of Directors is committed to being debt averse. The organization will continue to be self-funded with the annual budget for operating expenses growing in direct proportion to fees generated by the growth of the membership. The organization will not accept gifts of property unless it can clearly benefit from the gift without incurring debt from operational or other costs associated with the property.

Woodland Trails

We believe that part of teaching your son to become a godly man is teaching him discipline. We want boys to be boys, encouraging them to be what God has created them to be. We also want them to be meek. Meekness is best understood as strength under control. When strength is controlled, it can be focused on difficult tasks with success. When strength is out of control, it is unfocused and often results in harmful outcomes. Understand, we do not want to weaken your son or “break” him; we want him to be as strong-willed and physically capable as God has created him to be. But he must be able to control his strength under the guidance of God and godly authority in his life. For this reason, we will be disciplined in our meetings.

From time to time, we expect that all our boys will act in undisciplined ways. When disciplinary issues arise, we would ask that you allow us, as the Trail Life leaders, to handle the situation unless we ask you to intervene. We recognize your supreme role in raising your son, so if you do engage, we will not interfere. But by doing so, you might diminish the perception of our authority in the Trail Life meetings by stepping in, so we ask for your discretion.

When correction is needed, we will work with your son in an appropriate way to encourage him to maintain self-control. Generally, we will start with a verbal warning unless the infraction is severe enough to warrant a more appropriate response. Next, we will issue push-ups. We’ve found that push-ups are a great way for the boys to release excess energy (often a cause of discipline issues), provide an opportunity for a boy to refocus his attention, and provide an immediate consequence for bad behavior with quick resolution. Once his push-ups are completed, we will consider the matter closed and not revisit the issue unless a repeated pattern presents itself. If a boy does refuses to do his push-ups, he may be asked to leave the meeting. If he is unable to do push-ups then we will find another similar exercise for him to do.

In cases where a situation arises that, in the judgment of Trail Life 5662 leadership, puts the safety of the troop in danger or causes excessive disruption, the troop leaders may expel a boy for the remainder of the meeting and the following meeting. If the situation is particularly excessive or three expulsions occur within a grade year, the boy may be asked not to return for the remainder of the grade year.

If a parent feels that an expulsion was inappropriately given, appeals may be made to the Troop Ministry Liaison, Preston Lewis, 903-422-9799.

Navigators and Adventurers

All activities will be supervised. In the event that a problem arises, we desire that the young men learn to handle conflict between themselves. There is a process for handling difficult issues.

The first step is for the patrol (roughly 6 boys) to discuss the matter to reach a solution. We encourage the SCoRe method.

• (S)top the problematic activity,
• (Co)unsel the young man privately, and then
• (Re)direct to another activity.

We do not want to dwell longer than necessary on potentially embarrassing matters.

If this fails, the patrol should bring the issue to the First Officer who will be one of our most experienced young men.

Our next level of leadership that should be involved are the adult Trail Guides. If the First Officer and Trail Guides are not able to resolve the conflict, then the issue should be brought to the attention of the Troopmaster.

The health and safety of each Trailman is always front of mind each time the troop/patrol meet. Trail Life USA has a list of documents available on https://www.traillifeconnect.com/ consisting of:

• High Adventure/Restricted Activity Form
• Troop Trip/Activity Form
• Regional Camp Activity Form
• Fly Plan Notification
• Incident Report Form
• Risk Management Form
• Child Safety and Youth Protection Policies
• Checklist for Outdoor Adventure
• Permission Form
• Medical Forms

All Registered Adults are required to go through a background check and child safety training. We require 2-deep leadership where no leader may be alone with the children. Our goal is to have a Registered Adult for every 4 Foxes, 8 Hawks, and 10 Mountain Lions. Please talk to the Troop Ministry Liason (Preston Lewis) or Troopmaster (Chris Umphress) about how to help!

Navigators and Adventures must follow the “3 buddy” system when performing activities away from adult supervision.

The national Trail Life organization charges roughly $40 per year for membership. This applies to youth who participate in Trail Life, and to adults who pass the background check process to become “Registered Adults.” The cost is determined by the national organization, and covers insurance, background checks, and other administrative costs. We cannot track awards and advancements without this registration.

Uniforms and handbooks are additional costs. A uniform shirt is required for all youth and adults. The cost of a shirt is roughly $55. The cost of a handbook is roughly $18. Together, the cost of a uniform and handbook is roughly $75.

Local troops may charge additional fees to cover the cost of activities, camping trips, and other events. At Kilgore, we have chosen not to charge an annual fee for this, but rather to charge for each event as it occurs. We work hard to keep these costs to a minimum.

Nevertheless, the troop does pay part of the registration fee for each member. This is normally covered through our annual fundraisers, which we ask for your help in. Of course, donations are always welcome.

Troop TX-5662 consist of three groups – Woodlands Trails, Navigator and Adventurer.

Woodlands Trail

Woodlands Trail consists of boys 5-10 years old with three patrols (Fox: 5-6, Hawk: 7-8, Mountain Lion 9-10). Each patrol should have at least two adult leaders in charge for two-deep leadership. The purpose of each patrol meeting is to complete training which goes towards seven separate branches (Handbook, Section 3, page 17):

1. Heritage (Brown)
2. Hobbies (Black)
3. Life Skills (Burgundy)
4. Outdoor Skills (Blue)
5. Science & Technology (Yellow)
6. Sports and Fitness (Green)
7. Values (Red)

Each Trailman will work toward awards throughout the year, starting with the Joining Award which consist of memorizing (Handbook, Section 3, Pages 18-22):

• Trailman oath - On my honor, I will do my best to serve God and my country; To respect authority; To be a good steward of creation; And to treat others as I want to be treated.

• Trailman handshake

• Trailman salute

• Pledge of Allegiance - I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

• 1 Tim 4:12 NIV - Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.

• Folding the flag (Mountain Lions)

After achieving the Joining Award, the Trailman will work towards branch pins (Handbook, Section 5, pages 27-30), the next level award for each patrol is the Sylvan Star. After leveling up to a new patrol, the Trailman starts over on the patches. Mountain Lions are eligible for a Timberline award, which is the only award from Woodlands Trails available to keep once graduating to the Navigator patrol.

Timberline Award (for Mountain Lions only) is the highest award available in the Woodland Trails program. The requirements are modeled after 4 manhood principles (Handbook, Section 2, pages 14-16):

1. To live boldly and avoid being passive
   • Earned the Forest Award
   • Earned all seven Sylvan Stars
   • Invited a friend
   • Attended an overnight campout
2. To live responsibly
   • Set, planned and met a measurable goal or fulfilled an area of responsibility with a minimum duration of 2 months
3. To lead courageously
   • Helped plan and lead other trailmen in a community service project
4. To live for the greater rewards of God
   • Completed Mountain Lion-level Worthy Life Award

Worthy Life – can be achieved at each patrol level. This award is typically worked on from home after discussion with the Troopmaster and Troop Chaplain. Additional details can be found in Trail Life Connect, under “Advancement” -> “Badges & Awards.”

• Foxes: https://www.traillifeconnect.com/getdoc/ok9tbrasndyt
• Hawks: https://www.traillifeconnect.com/getdoc/da44sbccsoyh
• Mountain Lions: https://www.traillifeconnect.com/getdoc/nka6elubayii

Woodlands Trail Handbook – Allows for each Trailman to work on awards at home. To achieve the highest-level award, work from home will be required. Extra curriculum can be provided by emailing the Troopmaster for documentation. Troop TX-5662 is designed for boys to succeed but will require work to achieve the goals.

Woodsman Card – Achieved by a Mountain Lion Trailman after he has passed an examination on the safe handling of Edge Tools.

Fireguard Card – Achieved by a Mountain Lion Trailman after he has passed an examination on Fire Safety. Building, Lighting, Maintaining and Extinguishing fires.

Progress Reports – The troop is working to obtain a permanent space to post progress reports throughout the year.

Navigators & Adventurers

The goal of Troop TX-5662 will be for the Adventurers to have much of the responsibility of leading the troop, since leadership is one of the key items taught. Most of the positions filled by parents in the Woodland Trails program, can be performed by older Trailmen.

Navigators, ages 11-13, will work on several badges (The Trailman’s Handbook, pages 43-49). These required badges should be completable in 18 months.

• Camping
• Outdoor Cooking
• Ropework
• Woods Tools
• Aquatics
• Fire Ranger
• Our Flag
• Trail Skills
• First Aid

Navigator Ranks

• Recruit Trailman
  • Joining Rank
• Able Trailman
  • Earn the Recruit Rank
  • Complete 4 Navigator Badges required by the Trail Badges (see below) plus 3 elective badges
  • Complete 15 hours of service for each year since joining Navigators
  • Troop meeting attendance & perticipation requirements
  • Leader Conference and Board of Review
• Ready Trailman
  • Earn the Able Trailman Rank
  • Complete all 9 Navigators-required badges plus total of 5 elective badges
  • Complete 15 hours of service for each year since joining Navigators
  • Troop meeting attendance & perticipation requirements
  • Hold a leadership position or fulfill a leadership requirement
  • Failth building activity option
  • Leader Conference and Board of Review

Adventurer Worthy Life Award Before beginning any work on the Worthy Life Award, meet with your Trailmaster, Troop Chaplain, and mentor (approved by your parent or guardian) to create and document in your handbook measurable goals, tasks, and reporting expectations (The Trailman’s Handbook, pages 84-90).

Adventurer Trail Badges Required badges should be completable in 24 months. If necessary, Adventurers may still earn Navigator badges.

• Emergency Prep
• Family Man
• Personal Resources
• Citizenship
• Cycling
• Hiking
• Outdoor Life
• Fitness Badge
• Swimming

Adventurer Ranks

• Journey Award
  • Joining Rank
• Horizon Award
  • Earn the Journey Award
  • Have earned all 15 required Trail Badges (see below) plus a total of 10 electives
  • Complete 20 hours of service for each year since joining Adventurers
  • Hold a leadership position or fulfill a leadership requirement
  • Troop meeting attendance & perticipation requirements
  • Leader Conference and Board of Review
• Freedom Award
  • Earn the Horizon Award
  • Complete the Freedom Experiences for your major and 2 minors
  • Troop meeting attendance & perticipation requirements
  • Servant Leadership Project
  • Faith building activity option
  • Leader Conference and Freedom Board of Review

Adventurer Worthy Life Award

Before beginning any work on the Worthy Life Award, meet with your Trailmaster, Troop Chaplain, and mentor (approved by your parent or guardian) to create and document in your handbook measurable goals, tasks, and reporting expectations (The Trailman’s Handbook, pages 105-111).

Trail life emphasizes men mentoring young men. Most roles which directly interact with the boys are restricted to male mentorship. These include: Troop Chaplain, Troopmaster, Ranger, Trailmaster, Advisor, Guidon Coach, and all Navigator and Adventurer Trail Guides.

The Charter Organization Representative is not restricted to males unless dual-registering as the Chaplain.

All other positions may be held by females including all other Committee Members, and Trail Guides for the Foxes and Hawks.

The following are a brief description of normal troop-level leadership positions:

Troop Committee: Core Leadership Team

Troop Ministry Liaison (TML) The Charter Organization Representative is the most important Troop leader and is appointed by the Institutional Head. The TML is the Charter Organization’s appointed official, their Troop liaison, an Area resource, and a National voter.

It is the duty of the TML to review and approve every adult Troop member applicant. The TML approves Troop leaders, providing the spiritual authority, pastoral recommendation, and final oversight of their Charter Organization’s membership on behalf of the Institutional Head (IH).

Troop Chaplain (CHAP) The Troop Chaplain assures that the Troop emphasizes and stays true to its Christian mission (organizing prayer for meetings, services at campouts, etc). He leads by example, is qualified to give biblical advice, has a passion for discipleship, and involves and empowers other members (youth and adult alike) in providing opportunities for spiritual growth.

Committee Chair (CC) The Committee Chair presides over Troop Committee Meetings, and follows up with Committee members as they complete their work. May appoint, with approval of the TML, as many Committee members as needed to maintain an effective Troop. See typical positions listed below in “Other Leadership Roles”. Utilizes resources available to grow a thriving Troop.

Treasurer (TREAS) The Treasurer is a record keeper, maintaining accounts for all financial transactions. He/she regularly reports the financial status of the Troop; coordinates and communicates to parents the process of Troop Budgeting; understands, coordinates, communicates, and supervises approved TRAIL LIFE USA fundraising guidelines; handles unit funds and pays bills. These duties can be delegated to other volunteers, but will still fall under the Treasurer’s supervision.

Troopmaster (TM) Oversees all “direct contact” leaders (those volunteers who work directly with the boys each week), understands all programmatic operations of the Troop, reports successes and systemic challenges faced by leaders and youth. The Troopmaster is the coach of, and Troop Committee representative for, the Ranger, Trailmaster, Advisor, Guidon Coach and their Trail Guides.

Direct-Contact Leaders

Ranger (RAN), Trailmaster (TRL), and Advisor (ADV) Adults (age 21 or over) who oversee the operation of specific age-levels within the Troop by providing direction, coaching, and support.

These positions are NOT voting members of the Committee, but they may be asked to attend Troop Committee meetings.

Trail Guides (TG) Adults (age 18 or over for Woodlands Trail, Navigator and Adventurer, age 26 or over for Guidon) who assist the Ranger, Trailmaster, Advisor, or Guidon Coach in delivering the Troop program. Trail Guides are NOT formal members of the committee and they do NOT attend Troop Committee meetings.

Guidon Coach (GC) An older adult male (26+ years old) that is a representative of the Charter Organization and serves to oversee and provide insight as needed to the younger adults in the Guidon Unit. We do not currently have a Guidon program at TX-5662.

NOTE: 18-20 year olds do not count as a part of the 2-deep safety supervision requirement.

Troop Committee Leadership Roles

Troop Advancement Chair (CM-ADV) Ensure that the Troop has regular boards of review (at least monthly), regular courts of honor, and is providing opportunity for timely advancement within the Trail Life USA model. Also, responsible for record keeping and submitting advancement reports.

Troop Activities Chair (CM-OUT) Researches and secures permission to use camping sites or other outdoor locations for planned activities. Serves as transportation coordinator and ensures a monthly robust outdoor program for all levels.

Troop Training Chair (TRAIN) Provide (or educate members about available) training opportunities; maintain training records and materials. Assists leaders in obtaining First Aid and CPR training as required.

Troop Onboarding Facilitator (ONBRD) Orient new families, walking them through the Troop Fast Start Checklist and making sure they understand the customizable Welcome to Our Troop letter.

Troop Community Service Chair (CM-SVC) Coordinate regular community service efforts (should include four Troop service projects per year.).

Troop Secretary (SEC) Keep meeting minutes and records, send notices to members, etc. Troop Equipment Coordinator (CM-EQUIP) | Work with the youth Quartermaster. Responsible for inventory, storage, and maintenance of equipment.

Troop Fundraising Chair (CM-FUND) Organizes and supervises fundraising events and ensures that every youth member has the opportunity and tools necessary to participate. Coordinates exciting kickoffs of your one or two focused fundraisers each year.

Troop Health and Safety Chair (CM-HS) Keeps everyone up to date on Trail Life USA’s policies and procedures. Maintains current and comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety Guide and related documents. Ensures activity permissions and notifications are filed with the Charter Organization and Trail Life USA Home Office as required.

Other Roles

Registered Adult (RA) This position is for registering parents or guardians who, while not serving in defined position listed above, may want to have a more active role with their boys in the program. They pay the regular member fee, agree with the Statement of Faith, submit to a background check, complete the Child Safety Youth Protection Training and are approved by the Charter Organization Representative. They will receive an ID card from the Home Office that identifies them as registered. This allows the local leadership to confidently request their assistance at Troop activities, but doesn’t obligate the Registered Adult to any specific service role. This member is regularly involved and (if over 21) helps to meet the two-deep safety supervision requirement.

Guidon Member (GM): Young Christian men and women ages 18 to 25 years old that have been accepted as members according to the membership criteria established by the local Guidon Unit. We do not currently have a Guidon program at TX-5662.

Please note: All adult Troop members of Trail Life USA complete a registration process that consists of filling out the membership application, signing our statement of faith agreement, paying the member fee, successfully passing a background check, finalizing online Child Safety Youth Protection Training, and receiving certification from the Charter Organization Representative and approval from the Trail Life USA Home Office.

Trail Life USA has a training program called “3 Peaks.”

• Peak 1 provides a broad overview of the program
• Peak 2 provides an in-depth look at how the local troop functions
• Peak 3 is a structured, weekend overview of camping for leaders

Peaks 1 and 2 can be completed online in Trail Life Connect. Go to “Dashboard” -> “Trail Life University.”

Peak 1 can be finished in an afternoon, and Peak 2 will take about a day. If you prefer, in-person events are scheduled periodically around our region. Speak with Chris Umphress if the in-person events interest you.

The more people we have who complete (any of) this training, the better organized and run TX-5662 will be!

A uniform shirt can be purchased from the national Trail Life store.

Required items:

• The lanyard
• The shirt (sizing chart available on the store page)
• The shoulder loops
  • 5-6 year-olds: “Woodlands Trail: Fox”
  • 7-8 year-olds: “Woodlands Trail: Hawk”
  • 9-10 year-olds: “Woodlands Trail: Mountain Lion”
  • 11-13 year-olds: “Navigators: Trailman”
  • 14-17 year-olds: “Adventurer: Trailman”
  • Adults: “Registered Adult”

The handbook can also be purchased from the national store:

• Ages 5-10: Woodlands Trail Handbook
• Ages 11-17: Navigators Handbook

We meet every Monday night**, from 6:30 to 7:45 PM at Highland Park Baptist Church. We aim to get the boys outside each week.

We also have a “Hit The Trail” event once a month, which is a hike, camping trip, community outreach, or other event.

** We observe holidays and the summer break along with Kilgore ISD.

Location

Highland Park Baptist Church 2424 S Henderson Blvd Kilgore, TX 75662

Time

6:30 PM – 7:45 PM

Meeting structure

• Opening prayer
• Flag ceremony
• Devotional
• Announcements
• Breakout into patrols
• 7:45 PM Closing ceremony