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Troop 248

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The official Twitter for Troop 248 Waltham, Mass. Followings, retweets, or mentions do not imply endorsement.

 Waltham, MA
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Joined April 2013
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Please consider donating whatever amount you’re comfortable with that contains a 2, 4 and 8 to Troop and Pack 248.There are two easy ways to donate: 1) account.venmo.com/u/troop248…. 2) checkout.square.site/merchan… (The troop pays a fee, but all donations are appreciated.) THANK YOU!
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Please consider donating any amount you can to Troop and Pack 248. 2024 marks our 90th year serving youth and the @CityofWaltham! Here are two ways to donate: 1) Venmo: Venmo.com/troop248waltham 2) Square: checkout.square.site/merchan…
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“I really want to take what I learned from Scouting and mentor all of the younger girls who might not have someone to look up to.” blog.scoutingmagazine.org/20…
Eagle Scout shares why she continues to serve Scouting both at home and abroad

Eagle Scout shares why she continues to serve Scouting both at home and abroad

Eagle Scout Selby Chipman is plenty busy with her current day-to-day tasks. And still, she makes time for Scouting.

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When holiday break rolls around and temperatures continue to drop, there’s no need to sit around and be bored. blog.scoutingmagazine.org/20…
7 'Scout Life' crafts to keep your Scouts busy this holiday break

7 'Scout Life' crafts to keep your Scouts busy this holiday break

Use these 7 Scout Life crafts to save the day and keep brains (and hands) busy. These ideas also make great end-of-the-year unit meeting activities.

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Scouts to the rescue! kivitv.com/news/local-news/i…
No need to fear... the Boy Scouts are here!

No need to fear... the Boy Scouts are here!

A group of hero scouts from Troop 77 in Eagle saved a man's life in Hell's Canyon in early May. These boys will now be honored in November with the Heroism Award.

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#MassJam2023
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Highlight pictures from Subcamp Charlie!
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Scouts have been enjoying patch trading at #NatJamboree23!
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PIKA CHEW! Pikas have rounded ears, light brown and gray fur, long whiskers and no electrical abilities. The body is egg-shaped and the underside is a light color. They resemble their close relative, the rabbit, but with short, rounded ears. 📸: @craterlakenps
A small pika perched on a rock with a mouth full of vegetation.

ALT A small pika perched on a rock with a mouth full of vegetation.

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After 60-foot fall, hiker ‘asked God to send angels.’ Then the Scouts showed up

After 60-foot fall, hiker ‘asked God to send angels.’ Then the Scouts showed up

Members from Eagle’s Boy Scout Troop 77 were canoeing on the Snake River when a woman flagged them down to help Eric Valentine.

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At the Sons of Liberty District Awards Dinner on Monday I was pleased to present the District Award of Merit to our own Mike Washington of Troop 250 #Waltham The Award of Merit is given to registered Scouters who render service of an outstanding nature at the district level.
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Has your Scout earned these yet? Get the books here: 1. Theater: ow.ly/ME9650NczIl 2. Moviemaking: ow.ly/L80x50NczIm 3. Animation: ow.ly/iKi550NczIk
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What are the three W’s of cold-weather camping? blog.scoutingmagazine.org/20…
Eight ideas for staying warm while cold-weather camping

Eight ideas for staying warm while cold-weather camping

Do your toes get cold while going outside in the winter? Putting on a hat can help. Do you like baggy clothes? That'll serve you well in the cold.

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We don’t just hike mountains covered in snow and ice, we hang out a lot, too 🤭
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#LonesomeLakeAMChut tradition
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Need design inspiration for a Pinewood Derby car? Check out last year's gallery of amazing cars! scoutlife.org/hobbies-projec…
Take a Look at These Stunning Pinewood Derby Cars From 2022

Take a Look at These Stunning Pinewood Derby Cars From 2022

These Pinewood Derby cars are amazing! Check out this photo gallery of creative Pinewood Derby cars sent to us by Scout Life readers.

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The concept of the 10 essentials — that list of items you absolutely positively should not leave home without when entering the backcountry — dates back to the 1930s, when a group called the Seattle Mountaineers compiled the first known list. blog.scoutingmagazine.org/20…
The 10 essentials — a 21st century update

The 10 essentials — a 21st century update

Having these items in your possession greatly increases the chances of you surviving a few unexpected nights in the wild.

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The concept of the 10 essentials — that list of items you absolutely positively should not leave home without when entering the backcountry — dates back to the 1930s, when a group called the Seattle Mountaineers compiled the first known list. blog.scoutingmagazine.org/20…
The 10 essentials — a 21st century update

The 10 essentials — a 21st century update

Having these items in your possession greatly increases the chances of you surviving a few unexpected nights in the wild.

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What cold? What rain? What snow? We had fun! #wintercamping
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#wintercamping in December
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