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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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No meeting, Monday 12/29/25

We will not have a meeting on Monday, December 29 for the holidays. Have a safe and enjoyable Christmas & New Year!

Coffee Fundraiser

We have started our coffee fundraiser. The funds raised will be used to offset the costs of summer camp in 2026. Please make copies of the order form as needed, or make a spreadsheet and turn in. We would like the orders turned in no later than Monday, February 2.

Committee Meeting, January 13

The troop will have its monthly committee meeting on Tuesday, January 13 at 7pm at Dante's, 10438 Iron Bridge Road, Chester, VA 23831. We welcome input from all parents of scouts. All parents and leaders are invited to attend.

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)

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.

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.

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Jan 5, 2026 - 7:00PM)

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Jan 12, 2026 - 7:00PM)

Committee Meeting
(Jan 13, 2026 - 7:00PM)

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Jan 19, 2026 - 7:00PM)

Camping at Fantasy Farm
(Jan 23, 2026 - 5:30PM)

Weekly Troop Meeting
(Jan 26, 2026 - 7:00PM)

 

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

 

91 Years Strong!!!!

We are chartered by:

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