Troop 188 BSA Scouts Ankeny, Iowa

Troop 188 BSA Scouts Ankeny, Iowa Troop Meetings

When: Sundays 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Where: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
517 SW Des Moines St,
Ankeny, IA 50023

05/29/2026

Why Attend Wood Badge?

Wood Badge is where leaders become a team, and teammates become lifelong friends. Through Shared challenges, collaboration, and unforgettable experiences, you will build connections that strengthen your Scouting journey long after the course ends. If you have been thinking about attending, now is the time to act. Get in on the early bird discount before it is gone! Register today!
https://scoutingiowa.org/woodbadge/

Our scouts help keep the community clean by picking up litter along Oralabor Rd in Ankeny
05/17/2026

Our scouts help keep the community clean by picking up litter along Oralabor Rd in Ankeny

Our May Campout was held at Camp Mitigwa to help prepare our new Scouts for a week of summer camp. We ended with a Court...
05/10/2026

Our May Campout was held at Camp Mitigwa to help prepare our new Scouts for a week of summer camp. We ended with a Court of Honor grill out and potluck where families joined us to celebrate numerous merit badges and Scouts earning their Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, and Life Ranks!

Mr. Badillo, Mr. Greene, and Mr. McLaughlin attended Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS) this past weekend ...
04/14/2026

Mr. Badillo, Mr. Greene, and Mr. McLaughlin attended Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS) this past weekend at Camp Mitigwa. Thank you for attending and gaining skills to lead our Scouts!

Earlier this week the Troop had an outdoor Troop meeting at the Ankeny Market & Pavilion in Ankeny; what a great facilit...
04/01/2026

Earlier this week the Troop had an outdoor Troop meeting at the Ankeny Market & Pavilion in Ankeny; what a great facility!

A great campout this weekend with eleven frost points at Foster Acres!Scouts own service at a campfire followed by the s...
03/29/2026

A great campout this weekend with eleven frost points at Foster Acres!

Scouts own service at a campfire followed by the surrender of sharp pointy objects to the fire after a day of whittling. Many hiked the trails and worked on rank advancements over the weekend.

Troop 188 Merit Badge University - August 1, 2026For those who inquired earlier this year on our date, we had to bump ou...
03/09/2026

Troop 188 Merit Badge University - August 1, 2026

For those who inquired earlier this year on our date, we had to bump out our event a couple weeks to ensure we have sufficient space for Scouts. Thank you for understanding.

Please add any suggestions for Merit Badges in the Comments.

Congratulations to Garrett E on receiving The Medal of Merit; Garrett was a member of Pack 85 and Troop 188 before reloc...
03/08/2026

Congratulations to Garrett E on receiving The Medal of Merit; Garrett was a member of Pack 85 and Troop 188 before relocating to Springfield, Virginia.

On February 2, 2025. Garrett, an 11-year-old Scout from Troop 1347, acted with remarkable calmness when his mother experienced symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). He promptly contacted emergency services, informing them of the actions he had taken and the status of his mother. Since his father was out of town, Garrett also took responsibity for comforting his 6 year old sister during the incident and at the hospital. During treatment at the hospital, Garrett's mother suffered a stroke that necessitated immediate surgery. Garrett's bravery and presence of mind were instrumental in saving his mother's life. His actions highlight how Scouting America prepares young individuals to demonstrate bravery and composure in critical situations.

Every Scout deserves a trained leader.~ Founder of Scouting Baden Powell100% of Troop & Crew 188 adult leaders have comp...
03/01/2026

Every Scout deserves a trained leader.
~ Founder of Scouting Baden Powell

100% of Troop & Crew 188 adult leaders have complete position training which in includes online and in person training. We have a fantastic group of adult leaders striving to provide Scouting opportunities to all!

Mr. Greene was recognized as a 5-Star Leader at the Twin Rivers District Awards Breakfast. Congratulations Mr. Greene!
02/22/2026

Mr. Greene was recognized as a 5-Star Leader at the Twin Rivers District Awards Breakfast. Congratulations Mr. Greene!

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517 SW Des Moines Street
Ankeny, IA
50023

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