Scouts BSA Girl Troop 2163

Scouts BSA Girl Troop 2163 Scouts BSA is a year-round program for boys and girls in 5th grade through high school that provides

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❄️ T-minus 40 hours! ❄️
Winter Camp is almost here, and Camp Hi-Sierra is READY for you. Fresh snow, towering pines, and enough ammunition for the most epic snowball fight in Scouting history.
Scouts, get your layers packed, your boots waterproofed, and your throwing arm warmed up because this weekend is going to be one for the memory books.
See you on the mountain!

02/03/2026

Save the date and mark your calendars! National Wreaths Across America Day 2026 will take place on Saturday, December 19!

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01/26/2026

From belief and love to pride and concern - the ten balsam bouquets of a veteran's wreath represents the 10 special qualities that our veterans embody.

01/22/2026

Cold weather can be dangerous if you spend time outside working, playing, or sleeping, especially when wet or in tight clothing. Scouts should always tell an adult immediately if they notice any symptoms of cold-related injury during events, winter camps, or troop campouts. Acting fast can prevent serious harm.

🧊 Understanding Frostbite:

🔥 First-degree frostnip (superficial) - Limited skin damage, may be painful, no immediate blisters. Skin looks white in the center with pink edges and mild swelling. Get out of the cold, change wet clothes, warm the area with water or body heat.

🔥 Second-degree frostbite (superficial) - Affects top skin layers and slightly deeper tissue. Clear blisters with pink, moist tissue underneath, surrounded by redness and swelling. Do not rub; blisters protect tissue. Rewarm immediately and seek professional medical care.

🔥 Third- and fourth-degree frostbite (deep) - Can damage muscles, tendons, and bones. Skin feels frozen, hard, and may appear red, purple, or black. Untreated, thick black dead tissue may develop in 1–2 weeks. Rewarming causes intense pain; urgent medical attention required.

🧣 Prevention & Treatment Tips:

Layer clothing, socks, gloves, scarves, and hats; remove layers to prevent sweating. Keep base layers loose for blood flow and warmth. Change wet clothing immediately. Seek shelter and warm food if feeling cold. Any signs of second-degree or worse frostbite require immediate medical attention. Staying prepared, recognizing early symptoms, and acting quickly keeps everyone safe and enjoying the outdoors.

Learn more here:

https://www.scouting.org/health.../safety-moments/frostbite/

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2025 Yellowstone Avenue
Milpitas, CA
95035

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30pm - 8pm

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Scouts BSA Girl Troop 2163 of Milpitas, CA

Troop 2163 is currently accepting applications from young ladies in the Milpitas and North San Jose area. Do you enjoy the outdoors? Would you like the opportunity to learn over 135 different topics by earning merit badges? Would you like to make life long friends? If so, this is the group for you.