Little is known about the original troop from Minster except that they met in a clubhouse behind the Utz home on North Roman Avenue (currently Lincoln Drive). However, we do know that they frequently camped out on an unknown island on Lake Loramie. They all enjoyed hunting rabbits and would prepare them during their meetings in their small clubhouse. Mary (Utz) Kramer, the sister of 2 of the origi
nal scouts, was often asked to join them in feasting on their food. Their recreation during the winter involved ice skating up and down the canal between Minster and New Bremen, where they would stop to Visit Fuzzy Combs, the owner of the ice house in New Bremen at the time. Troop 44, however, was chartered in 1945 under the leadership of our first Scoutmaster, Robert (Whitie) Bernhold. He was helped by many from our town in starting the troop. Our first Eagle Scout was given his award in 1948. Since then, over 60 more Eagle Scout awards have been awarded to Troop 44 members including over 25 since the year 2000. We currently have around 45 members registered with the hope of growing more within the next couple of years. To get involved with our Boy Scout Troop, contact us at the email address at the bottom of this page. We hope to see you at our next meeting!
