Troop 61 Scouting America, Valrico

06/14/2026

What. A. Week … and it’s only Sunday.

T61 scouts and adult leaders wrapped up a fabulous 52 mile hike along the Appalachian Trail. Meanwhile, our SPL joined other ambitious scouters for a once in a lifetime experience hiking Philmont.

What’s on tap for your week?

Scout. Us. In.

06/09/2026

It’s knot night! The scouts practiced several different knots and then there was a pop quiz.

Ravens patrol won 🙌🏽

What’s your fave knot and why?

Scout. Us. In.

05/31/2026

Friendly reminder not just for Mental Health Awareness Month in May, but anytime.

Scout. Me. In.

05/26/2026

This is what being intentional looks like on Merit Badge Monday in Troop 61.

Scouts made progress on First Aid, Family Life, Citizenship in the Community, Camping and Personal Management Merit Badges.

Scout. Me. In.

05/14/2026

📣 T61 Spring Court of Honor celebrants

A couple dozen Scout Sunday participants
11 — merit badges
3 — religious awards, including one 4-Star Award
2 — Totin’ chips
1 — Eagle Scout

Job 👏🏽 Well 💯 Done

Scout. Me. In.

05/10/2026

🫶🏽🌹💯

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

05/04/2026

One key skill that scouts in our troop master is communication, especially with adults.

Demonstrating knowledge and being able to talk about it is required for rank advancement and merit badges.

Scout. Me. In.

04/29/2026

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04/28/2026

📣 Wood Badge Beading Ceremony

Tonight Troop 61 celebrated the accomplishments of five dedicated leaders who completed their Wood Badge journey!

They were recognized for their commitment to leadership development, service to the scouting community, hard work and the continued growth of our troop.

Families, scouts and fellow leaders united to celebrate this significant milestone!