Announcements

Nov.4, 2021 We are going to be transitioning back into the building and we HAVE to follow new protocols, keep in mind these protocols are not just something the leadership just thought up on their own. These protocols were established by the CDC, BSA, COL, and Leverington church to provide the scouts the continuation of the scouting experience they have been adjusting to throughout the covid-19 pandemic. We also hope this will lead us back into the traditional program we ...
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The Leadership of Troop 334 is continuing to follow the CDC, Scouting of America and Leverington Church Covid-19 guidelines and will be making changes as needed, with the main focus in keeping everyone safe as we come out of the pandemic (remember we are not out of it yet!). 1. We will continue to meet outside whenever possible, if there is rain we can go to the gym with social distancing and masks worn 2.  There is still a restriction on game ...
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Scout Name: Tyler Woodruff School: Science Leadership Academy at Beeber Nominated as Student of the Month By: Klair McGlynn – Kindergarten Teacher at Shawmont Elementary At the beginning of each year, Science Leadership Academy (SLA) at Beeber Principal Chris Johnson tells every student to “take the masks off” (not the COVID-reducing kind). That’s because at SLA Beeber, students are encouraged and celebrated for unapologetically being themselves — they do not have to be self-conscious nor do they have to hide who ...
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WE ARE MOVING FORWARD WITH MEETINGS! IT WILL BE OUTSIDE AND WE WILL BE PRACTICING SOCIAL DISTANCING & REQUIRING MASKS. Stage I where we have had these advancement meetings. We will continue this until Monday Sept. 14th. Stage II were we will be having new scout meetings. Now these will be outside as well, they will not be whole troop. We will split the troop into two groups based on advancement rank. This way we can work on what those people in ...
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It has long been tradition for Troop 334 to take a weeklong specialty summer camp trip about every three years. Usually we head out of state to non-scout commercial campgrounds in places like Canada, Massachusetts, Ohio, Virginia (AKA National Lampoon Boy Scout outing) that is a story for another day and the instate exception of Pittsburgh, which sadly some of our scouts thought was another state! During that week we try to learn while having fun and making unforgettable memories ...
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COVID-19 The virus that's shutting down the world as we know it. During this difficult time it is very hard as a leadership to navigate current situations as well as plan a head. First of all, I want to thank all of you who have been supportive and helpful during this time. It is hard enough to work things out and then worry about being seconded guessed. As a leader I need to plan ahead but at the same time ...
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On April 27th we welcomed the newest members of Troop 334. Eleven young men bridged from Cub Scouts to the Troop. We are looking forward to many great adventures with them in the coming years. WELCOME: Avery E., Ben T., John P., Joseph F., Kyler W., Leif H., Nathan R., Nicholas K., Sung-Il R., Truett E., Tyler G. Thank you to Tyler, Jimmy, Jonathan, Nyjay, Sebastian, and Ethan for coming out and welcoming the Eleven newest members of Boy Scout ...
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The Henry Houston American Legion Post 3 recently presented Boy Scout Troop 334 with a donation in recognition of the troop’s longtime support of local veterans. From Eagle projects to build and spruce up the Veteran's Memorial at Gorgas, to serving at the Veteran's Thank You picnic, and of course proper retirement of the flag they so whole heartily sacrificed their lives for, our relationship with the Veterans is a special one. This donation will be shared with the troop’s ...
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The PennSTAR Flight Program provides critical care air and ground medical transportation to the Tri-State Area within a 100-mile radius of Penn Medicine. PennSTAR provides rapid transport of critical care patients between medical centers, as well as "on-scene" services at the site of accidents and trauma-related incidents. They operate six helicopters and one critical care ambulance 24-hours a day, seven days per week, staffed by expert pilots, critical care flight nurses and flight paramedics. All clinicians are cross-trained to operate ...
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This story starts out back in the Spring of 2018. In a surprising redirection of emails a request for a tour of the PA State Police Barracks turned into a conversation about touring the Governor's office with a possible meet and greet with the man himself. As the conversations went on it was agreed that we would take the tour in October 2018 with hopes of meeting Mr. Tom Wolf. Housing was booked and paid for (non-refundable), Our scout count ...
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A Scout is reverent. He is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties and respects the convictions of others in matters of custom and religion. To encourage members to grow stronger in their faith, religious groups have developed the Religious Emblems Program. The Boy Scouts of America has approved of these programs and allows the emblems to be worn on the official uniform. The various religious groups administer the programs individually. Click here to see what awards ...
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The Boy Scouts are selling Java Joe coffee, teas and more. We appreciate your support. Sale Starts March 4 to March 17 and $5 of the purchases price goes to the Troop and scouts to help offset Summer Camp fees. If you don't have access to your favorite Scout in person on line orders can be made through the Java Joe website https://javajoesfundraiser.com/shop/?fbclid=IwAR3bY1ieqq0CB8_uePD8KoT96uRM-IMVOAxRh4hS-ocLUUkyvg08EcJNbq8 When checking out, make sure to indicate that you are Supporting Boy Scout Troop 334 and if ...
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A fascinating look at the history of the Pinewood Derby ...
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Check out this informative blog on the changes in our program from girls joining to what the differences are from the Cubs level to the Scouts BSA (aka Boy Scouts) level. https://blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2019/01/22/difference-between-cub-scouts-and-scouts-bsa/ ...
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Check out this Woman in Scouting video https://youtu.be/1bSg_0MB-8o I'm just like this mom. I am a Girl Scout, I married a Boy Scout. We both come from Scouting parents. When we had children it was a given that they would be Scouts. We were blessed with two boys before our girl and I wanted to be an active part of all their development. I became a Parent helper, Den leader, Committee member for both Pack and Troop, and took on many ...
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What is Scrip? A new way to buy Gift Cards Shop with gift cards in everyday categories including groceries, gas, restaurants and more. Earnings that Add Up A percentage of each gift card purchased goes directly to the Troop. Just go to shopwithscrip.com and sign up using the enrollment code B1DA45F2532LL, Once you set up an account you will be able to go to the family functions tab and set up your payment options. It is that easy. You can buy gift ...
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We all need to shop or one thing or another. Sometimes a need, sometimes a gift and sometimes retail therapy! What better way to feel good about shopping then to help raise funds for an awesome program that helps youth be well-rounded good citizens at no cost to you, You will actually save money! We started out our coupon fundraising with a Boscov's event. For $5.00 donation you got a 25% off coupon to use as many times as you ...
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On October 19th a group of 7 scouts and 2 adults set out for Camp Tuckahoe in Dillsburg PA. During the two hour drive there were chats about school, likes and dislikes, family, and of course a few naps. Upon (or A Pon per the boys) their arrival at cabin Poplar the group quickly unpacked, picked bunks, get comfy and hung around sharing stories and lots of laughter. After checking out the facilities they agreed that the woods were better ...
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The Boy Scout Troop is hosting an easy fundraiser that will not only help us...it will help you! Have a Winter birthday coming up, jump start your holiday shopping, maybe treat yourself to a little pick me up gift. For a $5.00 donation to the troop you will receive a 25% off shopping coupon that can be used at ALL Boscov's for the ENTIRE DAY. You will also be eligible to win a $100.00 shopping spree. Buy one, maybe gift one or ...
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With the start of a new school year most teachers will ask "So what fun did you have this summer?" Do you know what your child will say? Nature Valley Canada recently sat down three generations of families and asked them one simple question, “What did you like to do for fun as a kid?” Please click the link the below for some interesting insight. What did you like to do for fun as a kid? As a part of ...
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On Saturday July 28th the Friends of Gorgas Park and The 21st Ward Veterans Assoc along with Pack and Troop 334 welcomed World War II, Korea and Vietnam Veterans from the Coatesville Veterans Hospital and local Posts to the Tenth Annual Veterans Tribute Concert. Many neighbors and families came out on the beautiful and sun filled morning in the park to thank the men and women who gave so much of themselves for us all. The Merion Band provided their ...
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Scoutmaster David and the 334 leadership lead the Troop during summer camp the week of July 8th-14th at Resica Falls Scout Reservation. This was David's 20th year in charge! The troop took fourteen boys to this year’s camp earning 35 merit badges as well as getting a number of requirements done in 17 more badges. Nyjay, one of our new scouts, took part in Resica Rangers where he became a stronger swimmer and completed a number of requirements in Tenderfoot, 2nd class, ...
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HAPPY 75TH BIRTHDAY On April 30th 1943 while World War II was in full swing Troop 334 was first chartered at St Alban's Church Ridge and Fairthorne Ave in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. Now 75 years, 70 Eagle Scouts,  6 Scoutmasters, and 3 locations later we are still going strong and serving the youth of our area!  I want to thank current and past Scouts, Leaders, Committee and Parents of the Troop for making it possible. Some people think of Scouting ...
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On Monday April 9, 2018 The Troop was invited to a talk and short tour of Valley Forge Military Academy and College. We were honored to have the opportunity to talk with Colonel Stuart Helgeson USMCR  https://www.vfmac.edu/dvteam/col-stuart-b-helgeson-usmcr/ , Colonel Seitz, Cadet Ball, Cadet Mooney (the youth leadership at the Academy) and Lawrence M. D'Andrea Dean of Enrollment. All of these men were scouts and four of these five men are Eagle Scouts. Much of the conversation was about how being a scout ...
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After much discussion and obtaining approval from our charter facility it has been approved for young ladies to join our Cub Pack starting September 2018. That being said...Girls and female leaders are needed, CONTACT US TODAY! Girls Across U.S. Officially Join Boy Scouting Family After Years of Unofficial Participation.   The BSA Expands Programs to Welcome Girls from Cub Scouts to Highest Rank of Eagle Scout shared from https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/bsa-expands-programs-welcome-girls-cub-scouts-highest-rank-eagle-scout/ Research reinforces interest expressed by families and girls nationwide as organization looks to offer ...
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When our Webelos 2 Den set out to complete their Duty to God in Action adventure, they wanted to do a service project that was a little different. With the help of their adult leaders, they create a plan to collect and distribute needed supplies for some of the homeless community in Philadelphia. In early March, the Scouts collected various supplies like toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouth wash, toilet paper, hand wipes, sock and snacks. These supplies were packed into about 30 ...
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Our Scouts conducted a Flag Retirement Ceremony at Gorgas Park. This is part of our Troop and Pack's ongoing commitment to honoring our Flag, resulting in the retirement of over 10,000 United States Flags. Cub Scouts from Pack 334, Boy Scouts from Troop 334, leadership from both units, and local parental volunteers helped in the ceremony ...
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On Monday February 26, 2018 Troop 334 hosted its annual Parent's Night celebration with a few extra special moments. After acknowledging advancements in the ranks, covering some other business and watching the year in review video, we applauded David Craighead for 20 years of Scoutmaster leadership https://scouting334.org/scout-spotlight-scoutmaster-milestone/ It was then time to invite our special guests to center stage. First Scoutmaster David invited Troop 3 Committee Chair Harry Heckler forward to accept the Troop 334 Scout of the Year Award. The award ...
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Check out these great opportunities for Eagle Scouts 8 great scholarships for Eagle Scouts ...
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Roxborough is a tight knit community. Many of the people who grow here, stay here or return here. Even more of them give back in some way to this little community in a great big city. We may not always love each but we ALWAYS take care of each other. We are the city of brotherly love. From this city we have an amazing history of two brothers. In 1944 local twin brothers, George and Norman Snyder, joined Troop 334 ...
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Boy Scout Troop 334 is 75 years old this year! In honor of this birthday we’d like to reconnect with members from our past. If you were a troop member or know someone who was please reach out on our face book page “Troop 334”, on this web site or email Socutmastrdavid@verion.net (put troop 334 in subject line) We'd like to catch up with you, update our records and see how you're succeeding in life. We would also like to hear ...
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The scouts of the 21st Ward spread out very early on Saturday Nov. 18 to collect bags full of food donations for Scouting for Food. The scouts had put out bags the week before kicking off the 29th year of this annual event. The Fifth District police department again donated the use of their warm training room for our collections. Together we were able to collect over 6200 nonperishable items that went to Philabundance as well as other local food banks. The scouts were ...
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Many thanks to the Haunt on Valley Ave  https://www.facebook.com/theHauntOnValleyAve/ for their continued support in kicking off Scouting for Food. Again this year Scouts Jimmy and Tyler represented Troop 334 at The Haunt and collected 331 cans of food.  Scouting for Food is one of nation’s largest food drives that Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers participate in to support their local food pantries and hunger-relief agencies. Local Cub and Boy Scouts will be canvassing our neighborhoods on 11/11/17 and 11/18/17. On 11/11/17 ...
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The young men of Boy Scout Troop 334, Leverington Presbyterian Church Roxborough, recently had a once in a lifetime honor. On the weekend of Oct 20th the troop camped in Millersville Maryland in preparation for a day trip in Arlington Virginia. On Saturday morning the group of young men made their way to The Pentagon where they were granted a personal private tour lead by a Chief Petty Officer John Williams (Father of a Troop 334 Eagle Scout graduate) and ...
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Cub Scout Pack 334 is Calling All 1st to 5th Grade Boys Local Roxborough Cub Scout Pack 334 (Philadelphia, PA) will be hosting an Open House for the community on Friday, September 22, 2017, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Stop by to learn about the exciting year we have planned and find out if Scouting is right for your son. There will be snacks and games and activities for all who attend, and parents will have a dedicated space to speak ...
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Recently, Eagle graduates of Troop 334 have been hitting the streets in the community handing out Scout recruiting flyers and talking with neighbors about their experiences in the troop. Now more than ever our young men are in need all of the life skills and education they can encounter to get ahead in this world. Some of our most recent Eagle's have stated how grateful they are for all they have learned during their scouting time and are confident at ...
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Scouting is something that you not only do but also become. There is no right age to start scouting, there is no right time. So why not start now? ...
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For every 100 boys that enter scouts: 30 will drop out the first year. But only rarely will one appear before a juvenile court judge. 4 scouts will reach the rank of Eagle Scout, a little higher with Troop 334. 45 will serve in the Military. 1 person will use scout skills to save somebody else’s life. 2 will report that they used scout skills to save their own lives. 17 will later serve as adult volunteers 8 will find ...
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Exactly when do you become an Eagle Scout, and when can you wear the patch? ...
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After a run of cold and dreary weather, Philadelphia finally got a sunny and pleasant Saturday, and our local Cub Scouts didn't waste it. Nine Bear Cubs and two Wolf Cubs from Pack 334, led by their Den Leader -- and supported by one of their Assistant Den Leaders, two parents, and a grandparent -- dusted off their hiking boots and hit the trails. The boys showed up in uniform in on-time at The Schuylkill Center, located in the Roxborough ...
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Fundraising while you Shop! Scrip is just another way to pay for everyday purchase using gift cards in place of cash, checks and credit cards. You purchase gift cards at face value and the Troop gets a percentage of that purchase. All you have to do is log on to: https://www.shopwithscrip.com/ Create a Family Account, enter the Troop Organization Code B1DA45F2532LL Shop for the gift cards you want and they will be delivered directly to you! Download Scrip Family Account ...
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      Setting the Stage (Moviemaking) It was the end of January. My Troop and I were going through the last few hours of an event called “Merit Badge College”. This was an annual event held at a local community college where experts in various fields came and taught different merit badge subjects over the course of a Saturday. I always had a great time at these all-day events. I still remember some of the classes very well. Computer ...
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There is scouts tonight!We are collecting for We are collecting for camping trip this weekend to Laughing Waters: $25.00 per-person. Please bring cash as we need to send it with the guys buying the food this week. We will be departing on Friday night from the church at 7pm, and returning approximately 12:30pm on Sunday ...
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Remember Scouts restart tonight. Class A Uniform There is a guest coming to speak to about first aid. It is important for everyone. A deposit of $75.00 for summer camp is due the month. (by 1/30). Thank you ...
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Dear Scouts, Families, Committee Members, and Fellow Leaders, Happy New Year! The past scout year was very interesting. We had trips to Penn Reel, a canoe trip and our Pittsburgh summer camp. We had some set backs, but these things I feel, while untimely showed how strong we are as a Troop. Though my health issues caused disruptions in planning and execution of some of our programs we were able to continue moving as a Troop. I think it shows ...
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