Scouts BSA Troop 1517
Leadership, adventure, and personal growth for scouts ages 11–17.
Troop 1517 provides an exciting, youth-led program where scouts develop outdoor skills, earn merit badges, take on leadership roles, and pursue the rank of Eagle Scout. Our troop is built on the patrol method — empowering scouts to lead, plan, and grow.
Rank Advancement
The journey from Scout to Eagle — each rank builds on the last.
Troop Program
What makes Troop 1517 an outstanding scouting experience.
Patrol Method
Scouts work in small teams called patrols, each with their own youth leader, building teamwork and responsibility.
Youth Leadership
Scouts lead the troop — from Senior Patrol Leader to Patrol Leaders — gaining real-world leadership experience.
Outdoor Program
Monthly campouts, summer camp, and high adventure trips that push scouts to grow beyond their comfort zones.
Merit Badges
Over 130 merit badges covering everything from archery to citizenship, giving scouts diverse skills and knowledge.
Service Projects
Community service is at the heart of our troop. Every scout contributes to projects that make a real impact.
Eagle Scout Pathway
The most prestigious rank in scouting, achieved through dedication, leadership, and a culminating service project.