Welcome to Troops 390/7390
Welcome to the official website of Scouts BSA Troops 390/7390. We are chartered by Faith Lutheran Church of Fairlawn, Ohio and belong to the Soaring Eagle District in the Great Trail Council of Scouts BSA.
What's Happening in Our Troop?
Upcoming Event Calendar
July 5-11 - High Knoll High Adventure
July 19-25 - Summer Camp @ Manatoc, Concord
August 7-9 - Cedar Point, Firelands
September 11-13 Tuscazoar, Pig Gig
October 16-18 7 Ranges
November 13-15 Manatoc w/AOLs
December 4-6 Beaumont
2027 Upcoming Events:
January 8-10 Firelands, Camp Alaska
February 12-14 Klondike @ Manatoc
March 6 - Spaghetti Dinner
March 12-14 Manatoc w/new Scouts
April ? West Point Scout Camporee
Troop Committee Treasurer Opening:
The Troop has an immediate opening for the position of Troop Treasurer. Todd Blevins has been the Troop’s Treasurer for the past five years. He recently submitted his resignation due to other obligations and work commitments. Thank you, Todd, for your hard work and dedication in managing the Troop’s finances. If interested in filling this position, please contact Dale or Elise.
Upcoming Merit Badge Opportunity:
Family Life Merit Badge will be held on June 16th during the Troop Meeting. It involves a long-term commitment so the older Scouts should plan on getting started. Invited are Jillian, Jaxon, Ben, Emily, Grayson, Matthew, Owen, Anna, Charles, Joe, Charlotte, Clara, Charlie, Emerson and Nathan.
2026 Scout Summer Camp:
The 2026 Summer Camp will be at Camp Manatoc from July 19-25. The Troop has reserved the large cabin at Concord Campsite. Anyone who needs a swim test may do so on the first day of summer camp. The camping checklists and required forms may be found on the Troop’s website.
Mrs. Nester sent out an email listing all the merit badge pre-requisites for each scout required for summer camp. Several merit badges require scouts to have them completed before summer camp.
The Troop asks for parent volunteers during the week of summer camp to help the leaders take a break or attend leadership meetings. Please sign up for a shift or two.
2026 Heath & Medical Forms:
BSA Health and Medical Forms must be updated annually. Two copies of updated forms are due. Part C must be signed by a doctor and turned into the Troops before summer camp. Don’t forget to include a copy of the front and back of your insurance card.
Camper Release & Shooting Waiver Forms:
All campers should have the Camper Release and Shooting Waiver forms turned in for summer camp. Forms may be found on the Troop’s website.
Scoutmaster News - Elise & Dale
May was a busy month for the Troop. Thank you to all the Scouts and parents who participated in the Western Reserve Flag Laying Ceremony and the Fairlawn VFW Memorial Day Ceremony. During the May Court of Honor ceremony, we had several Scouts rank up, earn their Polar Bear badges, and Merit Badges. Congratulations!
Scouts have also spent three Troop Meetings performing service hours at the Akron Women’s City Club. They have been weeding, cleaning up flower beds and planting flowers. The Women’s City Club thanked the Scouts with a hot dog cookout.
Since May, nineteen scouts have participated in the various troop service projects, totaling 112 hours of service to our community!
Popcorn Inventory:
We have some popcorn inventory remaining to sell. Please reach out to Dan Chalupsky at chalupd@electioniq.net or (805) 729-1091 if you are interested in purchasing or selling popcorn to reduce our inventory: Salted Peanuts (10 tins), Honey Roasted Peanuts (5 tins), Salted Caramel (24 bags), Sweet & Salty Kettle Corn (30 bags), Popping Kernels (6 buckets), Microwave Popcorn (5 boxes).
**Mom’s Night Out**:
Please join us for some social time, snacks, and fun! The next meetup will be held on Wednesday, June 24th at 7 PM. We will meet at the Richfield Brewing Company, 3871 Broadview Rd, Richfield, OH 44286. In addition to food, they also serve wine, beer, and cocktails. Please join us!
High Knoll Trek 2026 High Adventure:
- Dates: July 5-11, 2026
- Please be sure you are fully paid before the trip.
- Scouts going to High Knoll must also have updated medical forms before the trip.
- Mr. Henry’s phone number is: (330) 256.1570.
- The High Knoll packing list can be found on the Forms/Resources page
Troop 380 Fundraiser:
Troop 380 is holding a car wash to raise funds for their Boundary Waters Trek. The car wash will be held from 12 PM - 3 PM on June 13th at Montrose Zion Church. The address is: 565 N. Cleveland Massillon Road, 44333. Cash and credit cards will be accepted.
Troop Reminders
- Troop sweatshirts are on sale for $23. Many Scouts like to wear them at campouts. Troop t-shirts may also be purchased for $15. Please see Mrs. Forster if you would like to purchase one.
- The next PLC Committee Meeting will be held on July 14, 2026, at 6 PM.
- The next Troop Committee Meeting will be held on July 12, 2026. All are welcome.
Newsletter Items
To add items to the monthly newsletter, contact Natalie at nwill0804@gmail.com.
The Values of Scouting
Scouting is a values-based program with its own code of conduct. The Scout Oath and Law help instill the values of good conduct, respect for others, and honesty. Scouts learn skills that will last a lifetime, including basic outdoor skills, first aid, citizenship skills, leadership skills, and how to get along with others. For almost a century, Scouting has instilled in young people the values and knowledge that they will need to become leaders in their communities and country.
THE SCOUT OATH OR PROMISE
On my honor I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country and
To obey the Scout Law;
To help other people at all times;
To keep myself physically strong,
Mentally awake, and morally straight.
SCOUT MOTTO
Be Prepared
SCOUT SLOGAN
Do a Good Turn Daily
THE SCOUT LAW
A Scout is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful,Friendly,
Courteous, Kind, Obediant, Cheerful,
Thrifty, Brave, Clean, Reverent
OUTDOOR CODE
As an American, I will do my best to:
Be clean in my outdoor manners
Be careful with fire
Be considerate in the outdoors, and
Be conservation minded