Upcoming Events and Signups
View upcoming events below and sign up using the provided links.
Be sure to review the packing lists and complete a permission slip before attending.
A full calendar and printable schedule are available at the bottom of the page.
Leo Sutphin Eagle Project at Capital Roots 26 April, May 14 2026.
Capital roots has given him two new days for his project both being onsite and requiring a crew of fellow scouts. The first workday day being Sunday, April 26th, 12:00-4:00pm. Primarily focusing on cleaning/clearing the work site that the shed, and garden beds will be installed on. This will most likely require a group of 8-10 scouts and a few adult leaders. The second workday will be held on Thursday, May 14th, 4:00-7:00pm. Planning to install the full shed and garden beds on the cleared area from the work day prior. I don’t have the exact specifics, but it will be a mix of constructing the shed, and laying out the gravel bases for the shed and beds.
Location: 105 Jordan Rd.,Troy, NY, 12180
The signup for both days can be found here.
Mohawk Rip Van Winkle Joint Spring Camporee 1 May 2026
This year troop 4045 will attend the Mohawk Rip VanWinkle Joint Spring Camporee at camp Tri-Mount in the Catskills.
When: May 1st 2026-May 3rd 2026
Where: Camp Tri-Mount 261 Boyscout Rd, East Jewett, NY 12424
For the first time scouts/parents: We will meet at the back of the Shen United Methodist Church (SUMC) at 6pm on Friday evening May 1st. Scouts will have to have all their up-to-date medical forms on file, permission slips signed, and have all their proper gear according to the packing list (coming soon). All of these things are available here on the troop website. As there are larger than normal registration fees, the cost of this campout will be $40 per scout, $20 per unit leader, and $40 for Unit Scouter Reserves (parents wishing to attend who have taken the Youth Protection Training).
SUMC Spring Cleanup 9 May 2026
The Shenendehowa United Methodist Church is hosting their annual Spring Cleanup on May 9th from 9am-12pm and is looking for volunteers. Since we have a great working relationship with the church, we encourage all scouts who can attend, to roll up their sleeves and lend a helping hand! We will be raking leaves, picking up fallen sticks, and getting the church ready for warm weather. This also counts as service hours for those who need them. Make sure you prepare for being outside for the duration, and BRING WORK GLOVES! The signup can be found here.
Service & Skills Day — Grafton Lakes State Park (May 23, 2026)
Join us for a day of service and outdoor skills at Grafton Lakes State Park. Scouts will assist with invasive plant removal and have time for fishing. Instruction for the Fishing Merit Badge will be available.
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Grafton Lakes State Park (exact meeting location will be shared prior to the event)
What to Bring:
Hiking boots
Work gloves
Water bottle
Fishing gear (optional)
Whitewater Rafting 30 May 2026
SWIM TEST SIGNUP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EAFAE2EABF4C25-63763952-bsaswim
Sign up for event here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094FA4A92AA2F58-63300570-troopPlease RSVP before 4/15 for WHITE WATER RAFTING on the Upper Hudson River for MAY 30, 2026. 17 miles of Class II, III, and IV rapids provided by:
North Creek Rafting Company
9 Ordway Lane, North Creek, NY 12853
Phone: (800) 989-7238
https://www.northcreekrafting.com/
Participants must be at least 11 years of age and have passed the BSA swim test within the past 12 months. An opportunity to complete the swim test will be provided before the event.
Cost: $90 per person (Pay T45 by 5/6 meeting). Includes lunch, gear, supplies, trained guides, and transport from the outfitters location.
To get a feel for the event, watch: Rafting the Hudson River Gorge
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