Turtle Express: January 2026

The first Troop 150 event of the new year was annual inventory day.

Troop 150 had Annual Inventory Day to inventory and organize all of the equipment that our troop has. Scouts came together to go through all of our equipment, including tents, cooking equipment, patrol boxes, and more to ensure that everything was accounted for and in good working order.

Each patrol helped to go through the equipment to check for missing or damaged items, clean equipment, and make note of what needs to be fixed or replaced. It was a good reminder of just how much equipment our troop uses on a yearly basis and how important it is to take care of it.

While it wasn’t as exciting as a campout, our Inventory Day helped to keep our troop ready for what the future holds. Thank you to all who helped to ensure that Troop 150 is ready for the year to come.

On the 5th, there was a scout meeting. On the 12th, there was an AOL night where younger Scouts came to the church and played games, ate fried oreos, and played a scout skill game.

On the 26th, Scouts had a meeting.

Finally, the big trip is here!

Over the weekend, Troop 150 went to West Virginia for a three-day winter adventure at Canaan Valley Resort and White Grass Ski Touring Center. We filled the weekend with downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, tubing, and ice skating – so there was never a dull moment.

Downhill skiing was definitely one of the highlights. Some Scouts were learning to ski for the first time, while others challenged themselves on more difficult trails. It was great to see everyone getting better by the minute. By the end of the day, even the new skiers were feeling much more confident.

Cross-country skiing at White Grass was a whole different story. It required a lot more stamina than we were prepared for, but it was definitely worth it. The scenery was gorgeous, and completing the long trail was a real accomplishment.

Tubing was probably the most fun (and noisy) activity of the trip. Scouts raced each other down the hill and tried to spin as much as possible. Ice skating also required everyone to have good balance – and some of us became experts at falling and getting back up quickly.

After two full days of snow activities, Troop 150 headed home tired, sore, and with a lot of wonderful memories. On the way back, we stopped by Blackwater Falls state park. Overall, it was a fantastic trip that allowed us to develop new skills, confidence, and even stronger bonds of friendship.
Whether we’re on the slopes, organizing gear, or planning our next outing, Troop 150 keeps moving forward. We’re excited for what’s next!