The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation’s largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations.

Troop 26 in Pickerington, Ohio provide programs for young people that build character, train them in the responsibilities of participating in citizenship, and develop personal fitness.

For nearly a century, the BSA has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes — and, through nearly a century of experience, knows — that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.

When some people think of scouting, they think of hot dogs, tents, and campfires. At Troop 26, when we think about a Scout, we think of someone who is honest, helpful, and kind. Sure we want to have fun, but the essence of scouting is expressed by our motto, “Be Prepared,” our slogan, “Do a Good Turn Daily,” the Scout Oath, Law, and Outdoor Code.

The best definition of scouting is found in the three points of the Boy Scout Oath that are symbolized by the three fingers of the scout sign. Each point of this oath defines one of the fundamental duties of a scout.

Duty to God

Duty to Other People

Duty to Myself

For 100 years these principles have been taught in an atmosphere of recreation and fun which allows young people to develop self-confidence, leadership, and moral character.

More and more people, trained as Scouts, are taking their places in today’s world as responsible adult leaders. Men and women who earned badges as Scouts sit on the Supreme Court and in the chambers of Congress. Others hold important offices in our government, business, and industry. Most of the members of congress were Scouts, as well as most of the astronauts who have walked on the moon.

The aims of the Scouting Program are:

1. To build character,
2. To foster citizenship
3. To develop fitness.