Carlyle BSA Troop 281

05/07/2025

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Troop 281!

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from the Scouts and Scouters of Troop 281!

08/24/2024

And that's a wrap! Thank you SO MUCH to everyone who came out and dropped off things today! Each donation directly helps our scouts get to summer camp each year, and we couldn't do this without you!

A huge shout out to Dough Boys Pizza! They surprised our scouts today with a very needed lunch. And it really made their day.

Thank you to our adult leaders. Without you, this event would not be possible. ❤️ And scouts, you did great today.

08/24/2024

The Electronics Recycling Drive 2024 is in full swing! The scouts will be at the Jr High until 2pm.

Thank you so much to everyone who brought things out so far!

08/16/2024

05/02/2024

"The point is, Scouting is not an activity that shelters young people from life. It offers skills and knowledge and leadership opportunities that can be used in school, family life, future careers or in the simple enjoyment of the outdoors.

"Upon joining a troop, Scouts learn the Scout motto: Be Prepared. You would be surprised how many times that means knowing the right knot, remembering to bring rain gear, or having a personal first aid kit. Like so many things in a young person’s life, these skills are absorbed and held ready for when they might be needed in the future."

https://www.pekinvoice.com/2024/04/29/489879/scout-on-in-central-illinois-being-prepared-with-skills-for-life?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3ddGLJb2vNQEyG4EhfYaBFj4metRM-2W--WK9_gKBtBYqY1T_UZHYvNqk_aem_ARt_Sew7rFCkrX82r5957wlNXFPHvIVYeNL4IfcXNUNC5PFfqFSaHbtf-Ny_fi0y4bFY4EN3VjFsuGBJiGNUtreI

A few years ago, I was helping my oldest son pick up a mattress that he had purchased for his first apartment.

04/21/2024

Scout Sign Up Night will be Monday, May 13th at the Maple Hill Park from 6pm-7:30pm. Invite your friends!

Representatives from all 4 Carlyle units will be there! You will be able to meet the local leaders and some of the scouts, ask questions, get some flyers for upcoming events, and see if scouting is right for your family.

Carlyle Cub Scout Pack 281 is for families! All boys and girls who will be entering kindergarten thru 5th grade this fall are welcome to sign up! We also have a special program for younger siblings, called the Drag'n (dragon) Scouts! They meet the first and third Mondays of the month at 7pm at the Carlyle Christian Church Youth Annex.

Carlyle BSA Troop 281 is for boys ages 11-17. They meet the first and third Mondays of the month at 7pm at the Carlyle Christian Church Youth Annex. From camping to money management to cooking, BSA Troops focus on the skills that make you prepared for life.

Carlyle BSA Troop 8182 is for girls ages 11-17. They meet the first and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7pm at the Carlyle KC Hall. From backpacking to money management to fitness, BSA Troops focus on the skills that make you prepared for life.

Venturing Crew 8269 in Clinton County, IL is for all youth ages 14-20. They meet the first Friday of each month at 6pm at the Whispering Pines Trading Post. Venturing Crews are youth led, and focus on life experiences: having adventure, learning leadership skills, personal growth, and service.

Sea Scouts is for all youth ages 14-20. We are currently investigating to see if there is interest in starting a local Sea Scout Ship. If you have a youth interested in all things water, please chat with an Advisor (Jaclyn) from Crew 8269.