Wichita Mts Wildlife Refuge Campout

September 13 - 15, 2024

Meet at TUMC Friday— September 13 @ 7:00 PM
Return to TUMC Sunday — September 15 @ 4:30 PM

Outing Details: 

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, located in southwestern Oklahoma near Lawton, has protected unique wildlife habitats since 1901 and is the oldest managed wildlife facility in the United States Fish and Wildlife Service system. Outdoor Activity will be hiking and bouldering in Oklahoma. The refuge spans over 59,000 majestic acres and is home to free range buffalo, Texas longhorn cattle, prairie dogs, elk and deer. There is a prairie dog town in the wildlife refuge that is worth a quick stop. Maybe hike to the Forty Foot Hole. Also the drive to top of Mount Scott reaches an elevation of 2,464 feet and bouldering is a 380 Scout favorite. Bison and longhorn are free roaming. For your safety and theirs, do not approach them. Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge hosts habitat for large native grazing animals such as the American bison, Rocky Mountain elk, and white-tailed deer. Texas longhorn cattle also share the refuge rangelands as a cultural and historical legacy species. More than 50 mammal, 240 bird, 64 reptile and amphibian, 36 fish, and 806 plant species thrive on this important refuge.

Your Outing Cost Includes Lunch on Sunday!

A visit to Ft Sill Military Museum is planned. Also a food stop at Meers Store and Restaurant for a "Seismic Meersburger" if you dare, mighty plateful of burger by any standard, in a tiny town far from anywhere. Building exterior is one big photo-op. Hungry, just order fried green tomatoes, burgers, cheese fries, cobblers and ice cream!!!

Meers, once a bustling town of miners seeking gold in the Wichita Mountains. The town’s population has dwindled from the gold rush peak of 500 down to the present residents: one family of six people, eight cats and a dog. All that remains of the town now is a world renowned family restaurant also called Meers, home of the "Best Burger in Oklahoma". Famous for their Meersburger, a 7" diameter burger made exclusively from prize winning Texas Longhorn beef raised on the family's own ranch. Beef that is actually lower in cholesterol than chicken!

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

32 Refuge Headquarters Road
Indiahoma, OK 73552
United States

October 2024

Campout

Dates

Meet at TUMC Friday — October 4 @ 6:00pm
Return to TUMC Sunday — October 6 @ 2:00pm

Oct 380 Campout at Murray Ranch

Location: Murray Ranch I-20 at US 281 Exit

Orienteering - Camping - Fishing - Cub Scout Adventures

Troop 380 Oct 13-14-15 Campout will also offer Cub Scouts from Tiger to AOL an opportunity to participate in fulfilling requirements of camping/outdoor focused adventures and electives.
Activities will be in a “Family Camp” setting at Murray Ranch west of Weatherford, TX at U.S. 281 Exit.
- Cub Scout Adventures during campout may include:
Tiger Jungle; Wolf Call of the Wild; Bear Necessities; A Bear goes Fishing; and portions of Webelos walkabout, AOL Scouting Adventure, and Web/AOL electives Castaway, Into the Wild.

Murray Ranch

740 K D Robbins Lane
Santo TX 76472
United States

Camping & Caving

Dates

Meet at TUMC Friday — Nov 15, 2024 @ 6:00pm
Return to TUMC Sunday — Nov 17, 2024 @ 3:00pm

Troop 380 will be camping at one of the most popular state parks in Texas, Colorado Bend State Park. For those scouts and adults who want a little more excitement and adventure then sign up for the Adventure Cave Tour where you will explore parts of the cave that require headlamps, helmets, and knee pads (helmet and knee pads gear will be provided by Nicholas Outdoor Adventures). Note: Time slots and participants are limited so It's first come first serve on the Adventure Cave Tour so sign up on Troopmaster and get your payment ASAP and also email Mr. Gibson if you want the Adventure Cave Tour.

See Mr Gibson’s flyer for Camp Activity Fees.

Texas caving is all about crawling! Come and get an introduction to real wild caving with The Adventure Tour, our beginner's version of an authentic Central Texas Caving experience. A headlamp is required for this trip and will not be provided. A helmet and knee pads will be provided! This tour takes about 90 minutes, and the cost is $25 per person.

Adventure Cave Tour

Colorado Bend State Park

2236 Park Hill Dr.
Bend, TX 76824
United States

January 2025 OVERNIGHT LOCK’N

Main Event & Trinity United Methodist Church

Friday January 3, 7 PM to January 4, 7 AM, 2025

380 Over-Night Lock N' at TUMC

Please register at Troopmaster.

Cost per youth $37

380 Lock N' at Trinity UMC Gym 7:00pm Fri Dec 13 [Need signed 380 release]
- 7:30pm travel to Main Event Grand Prairie 3106 S. Highway 161 at Warrior Dr.
Hour & half Bowling w/shoes - Gravity Ropes - Zip Line - Traverse ropes & beams - Billiards - Shuffleboard - Unlimited Arcade video games
-- 3 slices of pizza each at Main Event while bowling & unlimited fountain drinks
-- Special Prize Games at Scout option
TUMC: Midnight+ Scouts can play personal video games (rated for Scouts)
- Also basketball and other games in gym
- Movie in TUMC dining room + Early morning snack
Lock N' over Sat January 4th at 7:00am - Everyone go home

Trinity United Methodist Church

1200 W Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX 76013

Austin, TX

Capitol Tour & Bullock Texas State History Museum

January 18 - 20th, 2025

Troop 380 MLK Weekend Campout to Austin Sights.

Austin, TX

Troop 380 SUMMER CAMP 2017 at Camp Delatour, Colorado

Troop 380 SUMMER CAMP 2015 at Camp Alexander, Colorado

Troop 380 SUMMER CAMP 2012 at Camp Pioneer, Arkansas

Troop 380 SUMMER CAMP 2014 at USS Razorback & Camp Arrowhead, Arkansas

Troop 380 SUMMER CAMP 2011 at Camp Skymont, Tennessee

Troop 380 SUMMER CAMP 2013 at Camp Daniel Boone, North Carolina

Troop 380 Rappelling during SUMMER CAMP at Camp Orr, Arkansas in the beautiful Ozarks along the National Buffalo River

High Adventure

In order to develop character, citizenship, and personal fitness, young people need the opportunity to push past their comfort zones in real world settings that help them understand who they are and envision who they can become. High adventure programs provide crucial experiences that help young people clarify their values, goals and vision for the future.

SEA BASE BAHAMAS ADVENTURE

Sea Base is offering an exciting adventure based in Marsh Harbour on Great Abaco Island. Your crew can snorkel the beautiful, pristine reefs surrounding Marsh Harbour, wade ashore on the many small cays (pronounced keys) in the area, learn their unique history, and fish for the game-fish which are abundant in the Abacos. You’ll board traditional Bahamas sailing vessels designed to take you to such exotic places as Green Turtle Cay, Hopetown and Little Harbour. There’s plenty of time for fishing, snorkeling and swimming. Steady breezes, the protection of the barrier islands and the reef surrounding Abaco Sound provide perfect sailing getaways. This adventure can accommodate crews of 6-8 or 10-12 based on availability. This is a six-night, seven-day adventure.

Troop 380 has participated in Seabase Bahamas Sailing Expedition since 1994.

SEA BASE ST. THOMAS SAILING ADVENTURE

Experience the allure of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Here, the trade winds blow, offering some of the best sailing in the world. Upon arrival, your crew will board a 40-foot plus vessel with an experienced captain. Most units attain the 50 Miler Award as they circumnavigate the crystal blue waters surrounding the island of St. John. In addition to sailing, your unit will snorkel pristine coral reefs, hike in Virgin Islands National Park, swim ashore to incredible beaches, and more!

This is a six-night, seven-day adventure.

Troop 380 has participated in Seabase US Virgin Islands Sailing Expedition since 2020.

 Ely, MN– Charles L. Sommers Canoe Base

The flagship base of Northern Tier, the Charles L. Sommers Canoe Base has hosted Boy Scout canoe expeditions on the shores of Moose Lake since 1941. Located twenty miles outside of the town of Ely, MN, the Sommers Base outfits over 4,000 Scouts each year on wilderness canoe trips in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) in Minnesota and the Quetico Provincial Park in Ontario. Trips out of the Sommers base are limited to 8 total participants plus an Interpreter.

Troop 380 has participated in Northern Tier Summer Canoe Expedition since 1980.

 Atikokan, ON – Donald Rogert Canoe Base

Located an 80-mile paddle North of the Sommers base, the Donald Rogert (“Atikokan”) Canoe Base outfits 1500 scouts each year for expeditions into the Northern regions of the Quetico Provincial Park as well as into the Canadian Crown Lands, including the Turtle River – White Otter Lake Provincial Park.

The Quetico is a gorgeous and pure wilderness, with traces of human travel; the Crown Lands region features the remains of a used wilderness – trappers cabins, age-old gold mines and even the remains of a World War II Prisoner of War camp can be found amidst the beautiful wilds of the Canadian Shield (a vast geological shield covered by a thin layer of soil). Crew sizes may be up to 11 participants plus an Interpreter if traveling in the Crown Land and 8 participants plus an interpreter if traveling in the Quetico.

12-Day Treks

As the traditional backpacking trek at Philmont, 12-day treks give crews the opportunity to hike for 10 days in the backcountry, with an arrival/departure day in Base Camp on each end of the journey. Crews will be welcomed and accompanied by a Philmont Ranger for their first 3 days and will participate in program activities throughout their trek. 12-day crews cover 50-120 miles over the course of their trek, and also complete the 3 hours of conservation work necessary to earn the Philmont Arrowhead Patch.

Troop 380 has participated in Philmont 12-day treks since 1978.

Troop 380 had recently participated in Philmont 12-day trek in 2012, 2014 (two treks), 2016 (two treks), 2021 and 2023.

The Summit Bechtel High Adventure Experiences Overview

High adventure at SBR adds a new dimension to the Scouting experience. High adventure is not just about adrenaline and the wow factor, it’s about digging deep within yourself, finding out what makes you tick and discovering how to push beyond what you think you can do.

Troop 380 has participated in Summit Bechtel Reserve High Adventure since 2022, namely ATV Trek.

The New River Experience

50+ miles of backpacking style travel on inflatable kayaks and rafts.  Participants per session/signup: 8 people min. / 24 people max.

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The Polaris® ATV Experience

60+ miles of rugged exploration in the New River Gorge area.  Participants per session/signup: 8 people min. / 12 people max.

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The Bikepacking Experience

50+ miles of backpacking style rides through the Summit and New River Gorge area.  Participants per session/signup: 7 people min. /12 people max.

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The Summit Experience

Introductory level experiences at each of the nine Summit high adventure venues!  Participants per session/signup: 7 people min. / Unlimited max.

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For all youths who love games, sports, camping, adventure and more!

Troop 380 has served young people since 1970 by helping them build character, responsibility and leadership skills.

Our core activities include: 

• Learning basic and advanced scoutcraft and life skills

• Participating in various outdoor activities - including monthly campouts

• Engaging in community service

• Building lifelong friendships

Meetings are held throughout the year, every Monday evening from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at our sponsor location, Trinity United Methodist Church, in Arlington, Texas. Youths and parents are welcome to any meeting or activity.

Requirements to Join

• Scouts BSA boys and girls must be at least 11 or complete the 5th grade

• Scouts BSA must be younger than 18 [Venturing: BSA members must be 13 and under 21]

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