Welcome to Troop 13 of Vienna, Virginia

Welcome to Troop 13 serving Vienna, Virginia and surrounding areas.  We are small and diverse group of kids who love scouting and all that it has to offer.  Fun is the name of the game and our patrol led troop helps instill the values, character and leadership of a well rounded scout.  With incredible support from our troop leadership, Scout Master, parents and our supporting organization of the United Methodist Church of the Good Shepherd we are ready for adventure and fun.  Come be a part of our our troop!  We look forward to meeting you!

Troop Spotlight

Court of Honor - Eagle Scout Ceremony April 25, 2021. Connor Gephart, Isaac Day and Rishave Shreeram receiving the rank of Eagle Scout. Congratulations to our newest Eagle Scout! Job well done!

Troop News

  • Stuff We Like: Owala FreeSip May 25, 2022
    The Owala FreeSip water bottle ($22-$30, owalalife.com) gives you the option to drink from a straw or a spout. The large mouth has two openings you can sip from while holding the bottle upright or swig from while tipping it up. The stainless-steel bottle comes in ...
  • Are Freeze-Dried Meals Good for Backpacking? May 25, 2022
    Q: Freeze-dried meals might be a good choice for backpacking because they’re lightweight and provide a good amount of nutrients. Which ones would you buy? — Duc, Sugar Land, Texas A: As a matter of convenience, freeze-dried meals are great. But you’re paying for that convenience. If ...
  • How Much Do You Know About ATV Safety? May 20, 2022
    When it comes to riding ATVs, safety is absolutely essential. To ensure you’re safe on every ride, take this quiz to learn the ATV Safety Institute’s 7 Golden Rules. No matter what your ATV riding experience is, from beginner to seasoned rider, safety always plays ...
  • Do You Have What It Takes To Be a Cowboy? May 2, 2022
    It’s more than cowboy boots, horseback riding and roping. How much do you know about the way cowboys and cowgirls take care of both their animals and the environment? Take this quiz to find out, and then consider applying the information you learn to your ...
  • How to Make a Fun Magnetic Wand April 28, 2022
    This fun magnetic device can help you increase coordination skills. Strengthen the small muscles in your hands and wrists as you create shapes and letters. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE A MAGNETIC WAND 1 petri dish (available at big box stores) 1 craft stick 1 sheet of construction paper ...
  • Inside the May 2022 Issue April 26, 2022
    Here’s what you’ll find inside the May 2022 issue of Scout Life magazine. Remember, many articles are only available to subscribers and are not available online. Please visit scoutlife.org/subscribe to subscribe to the print or digital editions of Scout Life magazine. MAY 2022 FEATURES ‘WE ARE YOUNG BUT ...
  • Take a Look at 6 of Nature’s Rarest Events April 25, 2022
    Nature is full of surprises, many of which are so rare that only a small number of people have ever witnessed them. Here are six examples of nature at its rarest. CORPSE FLOWER BLOOMS Looking and smelling like something straight out of a horror movie, the corpse ...
  • Watch Out for These 5 Stinging Caterpillars April 25, 2022
    IO (2 to 3 inches long, green with pink and white stripes down either side): The biggest of the caterpillar bad boys, this one has tufts of hair sticking up all over it. Small, slow, cute and fuzzy doesn’t always mean harmless. Caterpillars lurk in trees, shrubs ...
  • How to Buy a Good Camping Air Mat or Sleeping Pad April 25, 2022
    Click here for the Gear Guy’s sleeping bag buying guide Find expert tips to help you get a good night’s sleep You might not think your sleeping pad or air mattress is important until you spend a miserable night on a bad one. Follow these buying tips ...
  • Venturing Crew Treks to the Sawtooths April 25, 2022
    When the BSA postponed the 2021 National Jamboree because of the coronavirus pandemic, many units — like Crew 28 of Spartanburg, South Carolina — looked for other adventures. The Venturers borrowed an idea from their crew Advisor’s old troop in West Virginia: Visit some spectacular mountain ...
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