Portage Troop 70

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Portage Troop 70 Scouting makes a direct and positive impact on your community by teaching positive values and leadership skills to youth. Attorney H.E.

Portage, WI is home to one of the first Boy Scout units in the United States. Andrews of Portage started Portage's first Boy Scout unit in 1910, the same year Scouting came to the United States. The Troop originally consisted of a handful of neighborhood boys calling themselves the Kangaroo Patrol, and grew into two eight-boy patrols. Similar to today's Scouts, the boys engaged in outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and fire building. The boys also used the regular meetings and the patrol method to build develop as leaders. Over the years, Portage's original Scouting unit dissolved. But, in 1940, the Portage United Methodist Church formed and chartered Troop 70. For over 75 years, Scouts, their families, and adult volunteers continue to build upon the traditions of Troop 70 and carry on the legacy of Portage Scouting. Today, Troop 70's Scouts participate in adventurous activities like canoeing, hiking, and backing. Not only do the boys develop outdoor skills, they also engage in STEM activities such as robotics, nuclear science, and computer programming. The Troop is led by the boys who elect their peers into leadership positions. While the boys drive the program, the troop has several trained adult leaders to provide guidance. The Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmasters act as advisers to the boys, and the Troop Committee of parents and volunteer adults manage the high-end functions of the Troop.

Thank you to Pizza Ranch and Portage! Troop 70 had a successful night raising money last night!
04/30/2026

Thank you to Pizza Ranch and Portage! Troop 70 had a successful night raising money last night!

03/17/2026

The Pantry is grateful to Boy Scout Troop 70 and Pack 70 for their generous food drive contribution of 1437 lbs, which helps stock our pantry. We also appreciate the Portage community's support for the Scouts and our organization. Thanks to all!

Looking for a night off from cooking? Tomorrow night, Monday March 9th, Portage Scouting America Troop 70 will be cleari...
03/08/2026

Looking for a night off from cooking? Tomorrow night, Monday March 9th, Portage Scouting America Troop 70 will be clearing tables at Pizza Ranch Portage from 4-8:00pm. 10% of the sales from 4-8:00pm will go directly to Troop 70!!

Thank you to The National Railroad Museum for offering such a great program for the Railroad Merit Badge!
11/01/2025

Thank you to The National Railroad Museum for offering such a great program for the Railroad Merit Badge!

11/18/2024
Troop 70 welcomed their newest members on Sunday. Pack 70s AOLs crossed over into the Troop. Congratulations AOLs!
02/28/2024

Troop 70 welcomed their newest members on Sunday. Pack 70s AOLs crossed over into the Troop. Congratulations AOLs!

08/02/2023

The Historic Indian Agency House in Portage, Wisconsin, would like to invite you to our third annual Scouts BSA “Historic Trails Weekend” September 8-10. Admission is FREE. We ask that you pre-register your group so we know how many to expect. Scouts can earn their entire Historic Trails Award over the weekend. Details and registration may be found on our website at www.agencyhouse.org/events.

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120 W Pleasant Street
Portage, WI
53901

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(608) 745-8858

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