Wayzata Troop 283, Scouting America

02/06/2026

Reminder that Sunday, February 8th from 8am-Noon in Mithun Hall is the Annual Pancake Breakfast! We hope to see you in Worship at 8, 9, 10:15, or 10:30 - AND gathered around a yummy plate of pancakes. ALL are welcome. 🙏

12/02/2025

The Fiery Flying Falcons patrol got the Troop started on a robot building adventure at last night’s meeting. The build continues at next week’s meeting - with some coding and even maybe an obstacle course if time allows. See you next week!

11/30/2025

Battery packs are charging up for tomorrow’s Robotics-themed meeting! The Fiery Flying Falcons patrol has a fun month planned - you won’t want to miss this month’s meetings!

11/24/2025

11/24/2025

Did someone say Winter Fellowship Lock-In

Come and join Totanhan Nakaha Lodge for our Winter Fellowship Lock-In Jan 17 -18th, 2026 at Basecamp.

For more information and to sign up : https://scoutingevent.com/250-2026OAWinterFellowship

11/18/2025

11/18/2025

Trailer load for this weekend’s campout is tonight at 6pm. The best thing you can do to be prepared for any campout is to be prepared for the weather. As we transition from autumn to winter, let’s review how to plan for colder weather!

Please check the forecast and pack what you will need to stay warm while outside. While 50° may not sound cold, it can feel quite chilly when you stay outside in it all day. Remember, there is no bad weather - only bad clothing.

Troop 283 Tips for Cold Weather:
1. Bring Layers! Use the Three Ws:
a) Wicking- draws moisture away from the skin. Base layers, long johns, and athletic wear are great options.
b) Warmth - insulates: fleeces, flannels, Sherpa - all great choices. Synthetic materials recommended (cotton is NOT a great choice).
c) Waterproof/Windproof - protects and keeps you dry: a raincoat, waterproof winter coat, snow pants, etc.
2) Wear a hat! Those green Troop 283 beanies look great with every outfit!
3) Warm toes are everything! Wool socks and waterproof boots/shoes will keep those little piggies toasty!

Here’s the bright side - we have a posh cabin, so you won’t need that winter sleeping bag!

11/05/2025

This is the one you’ve been waiting for: our annual Thanksgiving Campout at Camp Stearns will be Nov. 21-23. We will be staying in warm, comfortable Tonkawa Lodge in epic style. The Destructive Oreos will be leading us through the First Aid Merit Badge and cooking up a fabulous Thanksgiving feast for Saturday’s dinner. If staying at a 5-star hotel is your idea of camping, this is the campout for you!

This is also one of our recruiting events. Have a friend or neighbor interested in finding out what Scouts is all about? Bring them along! Have a younger sibling or know an Arrow of Light Scout looking for a Troop to attend next year? This is a great campout for them to see us shine!

If you plan to complete the First Aid requirements being offered at the camp out please bring a COMPLETED First Aid kit with you. A list of First Aid Kit items can be found in your Scout Handbook.

11/01/2025

Join us on Monday, Nov 3rd for our Fall Court of Honor! Our Scouts have been working hard and we have ranks and merit badges galore to award! The COH. Starts at 7pm in Mithun Hall. Scouts should come in full uniform.

10/31/2025

Reminder TODAY - Friday October 31st is the last day to sign up for Lodge Leadership Development to attend the water park. General registration closes next Friday Nov 7th.

Did you know that in attending LLD this counts towards the Totanhan Nakaha Tenure Flap or additional Bronze, Silver and Gold Moose Pins for Lodge and Chapter Officers, Ceremony Team and Unit OA Reps???

This is going to be an awesome weekend. We hope you can join us as we join with Naguonabe Lodge in this joint LLD. Learn doing some great training to help you in OA and your home unit roles as well as fun, fellowship and a trip to the water park.

Car pools are being put on by the Lodge leaving from multiple locations around the twin cities. If you are an adult that can help Car Pool please also indicate this in your registration for us to contact you.

To Register TODAY : https://scoutingevent.com/250-2025LLD

10/25/2025

10/22/2025

New to the troop? Outgrew your uniform? Pick up a new one at the Scout Shop pop-up sale, conveniently popping up in Wayzata this Friday and Saturday. Stop by St. Edward’s at the corner of Ferndale and County Rd 6 for all of your uniform needs! Just in time for our upcoming Court of Honor!