FNE Peterborough - St Michael the Archangel Scout Group

10/23/2026

🌲🔥 A little friendly competition in the great outdoors! 🔥🌲

At tonight’s outdoor meeting, the Timberwolves and Otters found themselves stranded at Wise Oaks home and faced the challenge of building shelters and starting fires to survive! Even our faithful leaders joined in on the competition!

Both groups showed incredible resourcefulness, teamwork, and creativity as they used what nature provided. With sticks, leaves, and large branches, they worked together to construct their shelters and put their survival skills to the test.

🌬️ They even learned that the wind in our area typically blows from west to east and used that knowledge to orient their shelters for better protection from the wind!

🔥 And somehow, they even managed to find marshmallows to roast over their fires!

A huge thank-you to Sgt. Matt Parker, a firefighter with the City of Toronto, and a member of The Canadian Armed Forces, for joining us to judge the shelters and encourage our young boys. We appreciate you taking the time to support their learning and outdoor adventures!

Fun was had by all! What a great evening of teamwork, problem-solving, and outdoor skills! 🌿👏

10/13/2026

💪 FNE Peterborough stands for the sanctity of life, from conception 👶 to natural death! 👵

10/13/2026

10/10/2026

🦦🐺 A Wonderful Start to a New Season! 🐺🦦

Last night, our FNE Otters and Timberwolves gathered for their first get-together of the season! ❤️

Families and members came together to celebrate our opening Mass with Fr. Gaston, where we were reminded of the power of praying the Rosary. 🙏

Following Mass, we held a special Swimming Up Ceremony as Jacob and James said goodbye to their Otter Den and welcomed a new adventure in the Timberwolves Pack! 🦦➡️🐺 We are so excited to see them grow and thrive in this next chapter!

The evening wrapped up with a delicious family potluck as we celebrated the beginning of a new session together. 🥗🍽️

We’re so grateful for our amazing families and can’t wait for all the fun, faith, friendship, and adventures the coming weeks will bring!

Here’s to a fantastic new season! ❤️ JMJ

08/07/2026

Calling all dads!

Around the campfire, some of the most important lessons are taught simply by being present.

We are deeply grateful to the fathers who generously give their time, share their faith and skills, and lead our children by example. Your presence helps shape confidence, character, friendship, and a deeper love for Christ.

Fathers, your example can make a lasting difference. Consider volunteering with an FNE group and joining your child on an adventure filled with faith and purpose.

Learn more and find a group near you. Link in profile.

06/26/2026

🎣 Calling all adventurous dads & boys (ages 6–12)! 🌲🔥

Come join us this Sun Jun 28 evening for a fun Father & Son fishing adventure with the Peterborough FNE Explorers!

🐟 Cast a line...
😂 Tell a few fishing stories (whether they're true or not 😉)...
🔥 Roast marshmallows around the campfire...
🍔 Enjoy a BBQ...
🌅 And kick off the summer with a great group of families!

📅 Sunday, June 28
🕔 5:00 p.m.
📍 James A. Gifford Causeway
1495 Yankee Line, Ennismore

After fishing, we'll head to one of our leaders' properties for a campfire, BBQ, and s'mores before wrapping up around 8:30 p.m.

No fishing experience is needed—just bring your sense of adventure! 🎣 If you have fishing gear, bring it along. (A water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, and your son's health card or government-issued ID are also recommended.)

FNE (Federation of North-American Explorers) is an outdoor adventure program that helps Catholic boys grow in character, leadership, practical skills, faith, and a love of God's creation.

✨ Curious about FNE? This is the perfect opportunity to come see what we're all about—no commitment, just a fun evening outdoors!

If you'd like to join us, send us a message or comment below and I'll send you the details.

Hope to see you on the water! 🎣🔥

Diocese of Peterborough Youth Office

06/15/2026

First Federation of North-American Explorers [FNE] camp experience for some of our Timberwolves!

Families in Peterborough who are looking for faith, friendship, adventure, and formation for their boys are warmly invited to discover FNE Peterborough and join the journey.

06/15/2026

06/15/2026

It's turtle laying season in Peterborough 🐢

Thank you to this young Otter for keeping an eye out on the road and doing his "kind turn" of the day moving this turtle out of harm's way!

06/09/2026

The Federation of North American Explorers (FNE) walking with Jesus in the Corpus Christi procession to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first official Mass celebrated in Peterborough.