Author Archives: Troop 811
Beach Camping at Point Mugu State Park
On August 14-16, Troop 811 will be camping at Point Mugu State Park in the Santa Monica Mountains. The cost for the trip is $49 for scouts and adults. The event is limited to 24 people, so the first who sign up and pay will be able to go. For those who are going, the … Continue reading
Ziplining at Skull Canyon
On Saturday, July 11, 2015, we will be going to Skull Canyon in Corona for a Zipline adventure.  They offer two separate zipline eco courses on 160 acres of natural undisturbed mountainous terrain.  The Original Course is good for all ages and has 6 different ziplines covering 2800 feet.  The Extreme Course is longer, higher, and … Continue reading
Troop 811 Wins Top Troop Award at Camporee!
Our troop enjoyed another successful Camporee in April. We won the coveted top troop award for the event because of our campsite, participation, and teamwork. Not only did our patrols do well in the many challenge events, but we did them well in the rain! Luckily, we had delicious food served by Grubmaster Mr. Swanson … Continue reading
Henninger Flats Backpacking Trip
Troop  811 will be taking a backing trip to the Henninger Flats campsite in Angeles National Forest. We will be meeting at  Hugo hall at 5:00 P.M. (no later than 5:30) on Friday, June 12. We will be coming back at around noon on Sunday, June 14. The drive is around 1 hour, … Continue reading
Mt. Baldy Day Hike
On Saturday June 6th, we will be taking a day hike to Mount Baldy in the Angeles National Forest. The hike will be 6 miles long with a elevation gain of 3,000 ft. In order to hike on this trip, you need to have hiked a five mile hike preferably at 5,000 ft. elevation … Continue reading
Cedar Glen Day Hike
On Saturday, May 16th, we will be hiking the Cedar Glen trail in the Angeles National Forest. This is a five mile hike with an approximate 1,500′ gain in elevation. Â This hike is great for both new Scouts and experienced hikers. Â The great scenery will make the challenging trek worthwhile. We will leave Hugo at … Continue reading
SummerFest Service Project
   As a service to our Charter Organization, St. Angela Merici Church, Troop 811 Scouts have an opportunity to assist in the clean up efforts at the 2015 Summerfest.  They will simply be patrolling the grounds collecting trash and cleaning up silly string.     We have shifts available on Saturday, May 30, and … Continue reading
Get Your Lassos Ready for Camporee 2015
Howdy Scouts, Â . Camporee will be on April 24-26 2015 at Firestone Scout Reservation. Camporee is an annual camp competition for all the troops in the Portola District. It is available for all Troop 811 scouts and adults that have completed the YPT training. It costs $38 for the registration and food for the weekend. … Continue reading
Troop Bike Ride
We will be going on a bike ride along the Santa Ana River trail on Sunday, April 12, 2015, from  8:00 am to 10:30 am. We’ll meet in the parking lot at Yorba Regional Park (7600 E. La Palma Anaheim, CA 92807). Make sure to wear Class B uniforms and a helmet.  Also, bring plenty of water … Continue reading
Camporee Prep 2015
What is Camporee? Camporee is a local gathering of Scouting Units within the Portola District in April.  It involves over 400 scouts who compete in scouting activities put on by the district.  Last year, Troop 811 brought home a number of prizes including Best Campsite along with numerous individual patrol awards.  What is Camporee Prep? … Continue reading