Troop 823
Join our scouts for camping, skills, and fun! Young men and women ages 11-17 are invited.
About our troop
Boys Troop 823 was founded in 2018 at Camp Dogwood in Sherrills Ford. In 2019, soon after Scouts BSA opened the program to girls, we added a girls troop. In 2024, we combined in the Scouts BSA pilot program for combined troops.
Leadership Development and Adventure
Scouting founder Robert Badin-Powell called Scouting "a game with a purpose." His vision was to develop young leaders through outdoor challenges, personal advancement, and fun.
The Patrol Method
Small groups working toward common goals
Leadership Development
Youth-led structure and training
Educational Activities
Having fun while learning valuable skills to last a lifetime
Scout Adventures
Explore the great outdoors, learn new skills, and make memories.
Happy Campers
Join our scout troops for camping, life skills, and fun adventures!
Our scout troop experience was amazing. We learned so much and had a blast!
Sarah Johnson
Raleigh
The scout troop leaders are fantastic. They are knowledgeable, caring, and fun.
John Smith
Durham
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Our scout troop experience was amazing. We learned so much and had a blast!
Sarah Johnson
Raleigh
The scout troop leaders are fantastic. They are knowledgeable, caring, and fun.
John Smith
Durham