Oreland Troop 1

Oreland Troop 1 Adventure. Leadership. Service. Oreland Troop 1 has been shaping young men ages 11-17 into leaders since 1917. Join the tradition.

We meet Mondays at 7:30 PM during the school year at Christ's Lutheran Church in Oreland, PA. Founded in April 1917, Oreland Troop 1 is one of the oldest Boy Scout troops in Pennsylvania. Based in Oreland, Montgomery County, the troop hosts Scouts from Oreland, Flourtown, Erdenheim, Fort Washington, Maple Glen and other surrounding communities. Troop meetings are held each Monday from 7:30 PM – 9:

00 PM during the school year. Troop 1 meets at Christ’s Lutheran Church at 700 Pennsylvania Avenue in Oreland. Boys can join Oreland Troop 1 if they have completed the fifth grade and are at least 10 years old, OR have earned the Arrow of Light Award and are at least 10 years old, OR are age 11 but have not reached age 18.

Very cool feature on local artist Paul Carpenter, brother of Oreland Troop 1 Scoutmaster Steve Carpenter.Paul designed t...
07/17/2026

Very cool feature on local artist Paul Carpenter, brother of Oreland Troop 1 Scoutmaster Steve Carpenter.

Paul designed the artwork for Deer Park’s limited-edition MLB All-Star Game bottles and then transformed it into a massive mural in South Philadelphia.

Watch closely and you’ll also spot Steve on a ladder, helping his brother bring the mural to life!

Interview link in first comment.

🎉 Big News from Oreland Troop 1! 🎉We’re proud to announce that Aidan Pastor successfully completed his Eagle Scout Board...
07/17/2026

🎉 Big News from Oreland Troop 1! 🎉

We’re proud to announce that Aidan Pastor successfully completed his Eagle Scout Board of Review on July 15 and has been unanimously recommended for the rank of Eagle Scout—the highest rank in Scouting! His application has been submitted for final approval. By our count, Aidan becomes the 127th Eagle Scout in Oreland Troop 1 history to earn this prestigious honor. 🙌

For his Eagle Scout Service Project, Aidan led a team of Scouts and volunteers in completing maintenance and improvements to the playground at Christ's Lutheran Church, Oreland PA. The project also included planting groundcover in an area that had recently been cleared as part of another Eagle Scout project.

Aidan’s work improved an important gathering and recreation space used by the church and the surrounding community.

Special thanks to Paul Schlosser, who served as Aidan’s Eagle Mentor and helped guide him through the process.

We also want to recognize Aidan’s father, Anthony, for the encouragement, time, and support he provided throughout Aidan’s Scouting journey and Eagle project.

A heartfelt thank-you as well to everyone who helped Aidan reach this milestone. Please join us in congratulating Aidan and his family on this outstanding achievement!

🎓 Aidan’s Eagle Court of Honor will take place on Saturday, August 8, during Oreland Troop 1’s annual Summer Camp at Hawk Mountain Camp. 🦅⛰️

Oreland Troop 1’s river tubing trip scheduled for tomorrow, July 18, has been cancelled due to the forecast of thunderst...
07/17/2026

Oreland Troop 1’s river tubing trip scheduled for tomorrow, July 18, has been cancelled due to the forecast of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, as well as the National Weather Service Flood Watch in effect for Bucks County.

The activity will not be rescheduled in the near future. Refunds will be processed in due course.

Congratulations to Aidan P. and Dylan S., who were presented with the David Wilson Memorial Scholarship by Christ's Luth...
06/22/2026

Congratulations to Aidan P. and Dylan S., who were presented with the David Wilson Memorial Scholarship by Christ's Lutheran Church on Sunday, June 21.

David Wilson was a Scout in Oreland Troop 1 from 1955 to 1963 and earned the rank of Eagle Scout. A graduate of Springfield High School, he was killed in action in Vietnam in 1968 at the age of 23 and was posthumously awarded the Silver Star and Purple Heart for his leadership and heroism in saving the lives of fellow soldiers.

The scholarship fund was established through donations from David's fellow soldiers and was later expanded through contributions from his parents and sister. Today, Christ's Lutheran Church continues to honor David's memory and legacy through this scholarship program.

We are proud to recognize Aidan and Dylan as this year's recipients and wish them every success as they begin the next chapter of their journeys.

Additional information about David Wilson and his legacy can be found here: https://oreland1.org/david-ralph-wilson/

📷 Christ's Lutheran Church, Oreland PA

Sometimes the most important projects are the ones that few people ever notice.This weekend, a team of Oreland Troop 1 v...
06/20/2026

Sometimes the most important projects are the ones that few people ever notice.

This weekend, a team of Oreland Troop 1 volunteers tackled a long-overdue project at Hawk Mountain Camp: replacing the cracked feeder pipe that supplies fresh water from the creek to the fishing pond. It's one of those behind-the-scenes improvements that helps ensure the camp remains a special place for generations of Scouts to come.

Projects like this don't happen without dedicated volunteers, and this one certainly wouldn't have happened without the leadership and persistence of Mr. Marley. Many thanks as well to Mr. Carpenter, Mr. Moncayo, Mr. Buesgen, and Xavier B. for donating their time, energy, and hard work to get the job done.

Stewardship of what has been entrusted to us is an important part of Scouting. By caring for Hawk Mountain Camp today, we're helping preserve it for the Scouts who will hike its trails, fish its pond, and build memories there for years to come.

As an added bonus, we were surprised by a visit from Oreland Troop 1 alumni Alex Kaufman (Order of the Hawk '91, Eagle Scout '92) and Mike Penzone (Order of the Hawk '93, Eagle Scout '94). It was wonderful to catch up and see them back at camp—though unfortunately we forgot to take a picture!

📷 Mr. Buesgen

Another great Scouting year is in the books! 🌭⚜️Oreland Troop 1 wrapped up the 2025–2026 program year with our annual en...
06/20/2026

Another great Scouting year is in the books! 🌭⚜️

Oreland Troop 1 wrapped up the 2025–2026 program year with our annual end-of-year picnic and celebration. Scouts and families enjoyed grilled hot dogs, mac 'n' cheese, cookies, brownies, and plenty of other treats before spending the evening playing games and just having fun together.

It's been an incredible year of camping, hiking, canoeing, service projects, advancement, and friendship, and we're already looking forward to another great year of adventure ahead.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer, and we'll see everyone back on the trail soon! 📸🏕️

🌟 A Scout’s First Step Forward 🌟Last Monday, Oreland Troop 1 held an Investiture Ceremony to officially welcome six new ...
06/20/2026

🌟 A Scout’s First Step Forward 🌟

Last Monday, Oreland Troop 1 held an Investiture Ceremony to officially welcome six new Scouts into the troop.

Led by Scoutmaster Mr. Carpenter, the ceremony was more than a formality—it was a rite of passage. Each Scout pledged the Scout Oath and committed themselves to the values that define Scouting: service, leadership, and character.

The ceremony connects each new Scout to the generations who came before them—and challenges them to carry those values forward into the future.

Another small batch of photos from Oreland Troop 1's 41st Annual Canoe Trip (June 12–14, 2026).📷 Mr. Banks
06/20/2026

Another small batch of photos from Oreland Troop 1's 41st Annual Canoe Trip (June 12–14, 2026).

📷 Mr. Banks

Some photos from Oreland Troop 1's 41st Annual Canoe Trip (June 12–14, 2026)!This year's adventure covered just under 40...
06/15/2026

Some photos from Oreland Troop 1's 41st Annual Canoe Trip (June 12–14, 2026)!

This year's adventure covered just under 40 miles of the Delaware River. We launched at Martins Creek, just north of Easton in Northampton County, and paddled south before taking out just north of New Hope.

Along the way, the troop enjoyed an ice cream stop in Frenchtown and spent Saturday night camping on Marshall Island. Sunday morning brought one final thrill as the Scouts successfully ran the wing dam near Bull's Island before completing the trip between Lumberville and New Hope.

With beautiful weather all weekend, great camaraderie, and plenty of time on the water, it was another memorable chapter in a Troop tradition that now spans 41 years. It was especially great to welcome back alumni Luke, Ethan, and Daniel, who joined this year's expedition.

A special thank you to Mr. Carpenter and Mr. Fisher for capturing many of these great moments. 📷

🚣‍♂️ Canoe Training at Lake Nockamixon 🚣‍♂️Mr. Farrell led another great canoe skills session at Three Mile Run on Lake ...
06/15/2026

🚣‍♂️ Canoe Training at Lake Nockamixon 🚣‍♂️

Mr. Farrell led another great canoe skills session at Three Mile Run on Lake Nockamixon for our new Scouts (and a few dads!). The focus was on canoeing fundamentals as we gear up for Oreland Troop 1’s 41st Annual Canoe Trip on the Delaware River—coming up on June 12-14.

It was a perfect day to paddle, practice, and prepare! 🌊💪

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