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Boy Scout Oath

On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country; To obey the Scout Law; To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight.

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Welcome to Troop 819

Troop 819 is a Boy Scout Troop located in Chester, Virginia. Our Troop is over 90 years old. We are the oldest Troop in the Arrohattoc District and one of the oldest Troops in the Heart of Virginia Council. We meet on Monday nights at "the cabin by the tracks" in Chester.

A Scout is

 

Trustworty Loyal Helpful Friendly Courteous Kind Obedient Cheerful Thrifty Brave Clean Reverent

 

 

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The Elections are coming! The Elections are coming!

The Troop Elections will be on Monday, November 3 and it's time to consider an office position. If it is a requirement for your current rank you should consider an office. Senior Patrol Leader and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader are 6 month terms. All other offices are available to all other scouts. Remember, all positions other than Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders, and Patrol Leaders will be appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader with guidance from the Scoutmaster. You can find a brief description of leadership positions in your handbook.

Wreaths Across America, Saturday, December 13

We will be participating in Wreaths Across America at Poplar Grove National Cemetery on Saturday, December 13. We will be participating as the Honor Guard. Please meet at the Cabin at 10am, with departure no later than 1030. We need to be at the cemetery no later than 11am on that Saturday. Full Class A uniform is requested. Please let us know if you wish to participate.

Summer Camp 2026

The Scouts have spoken, and we will be going back for summer camp at Camp Grimes in Nebo, NC this summer the week of July 5 thru July 11, 2026. More info to come!

Reminder that we will need everyone attending to have an updated BSA Medical completed before we go to camp; Parts A, B1, B2 & C are required. Parts A, B1, and B2 can be completed by a parent; Part C needs to be completed by a doctor. Also, a copy of an insurance card is needed. Here is a link to the form, which is a downloadable, and fillable PDF: 680-001_ABC.pdf (scouting.org)

Troop Facebook Page

The Troop does have a Facebook page. Send us a request on Facebook at "Troop 819" to be added as pictures and other little tidbits get posted there. The page is closed to the following: troop members, family members, and Eagle Scouts from the troop.

Scoutmaster Conferences and Boards of Review

Please don't forget if you are ready to advance to sign up for a Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review. The sheets are posted in the cabin on the bulletin board.

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Oct 27, 2025 - 7:00PM)

Troop Elections
(Nov 3, 2025 - 7:00PM)

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Nov 10, 2025 - 7:00PM)

Committee Meeting
(Nov 11, 2025 - 7:00PM)

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Nov 17, 2025 - 7:00PM)

TBD
(Nov 21, 2025 - 5:30PM)

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Nov 24, 2025 - 7:00PM)

 

Check out Cub Scout Pack 2819 at the link below
Pack 2819

 

91 Years Strong!!!!

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