Troop News

  • COH The Court of Honor was well planned and the potluck was tasty. I wish that more people would have attended. 
    Posted Jul 14, 2019, 10:58 AM by unused5 unused5
  • Crossover Ceremomy I liked the crossover ceremony because we got to see all the cub scouts who were joining the troop. Also,we were introduced to the parents. I liked the crossover ...
    Posted Jun 24, 2019, 5:47 PM by unused5 unused5
  • FOL Garage Sale The garage sale was fun and enjoyable because we got to go around helping other people unpack their stuff. It was interesting to see everything that everyone had.The garage ...
    Posted Jun 24, 2019, 5:43 PM by unused5 unused5
  • District Camporee The Troop participated in the District Scout Olympics. Some of the stations included Archery, Fire Making, Recreations, and First Aid. The one i liked the most was archery because they ...
    Posted Jun 24, 2019, 5:42 PM by unused5 unused5
  • Backpacking Trip This spring break Troop 1409 went on a Backpacking Trip at Hill Country Nature Preserve. The Scouts prepared for the trip two weeks in advance, they had a checklist of ...
    Posted Jun 24, 2019, 5:30 PM by unused5 unused5
  • FOL Stage setup at Round Rock Library We helped setup a stage at the RRL for the FOL's annual play. This required a lot of manual labor including; building the stage, hanging curtains, and using power ...
    Posted Jun 24, 2019, 5:17 PM by unused5 unused5
  • Webelos Invitational Webelos Invitational was for are upcoming Cub Scouts that would crossover. This event is one that we do annually to give the new Scouts an idea of what life in ...
    Posted Jun 24, 2019, 4:59 PM by unused5 unused5
  • New Webmaster at Troop 1409 Troop 1409 wants to welcome our new Webmaster Rozelle Scott-Henricks, a scout at the Tenderfoot rank.  Rozelle is in 6th grade and comes to the position with a good ...
    Posted Mar 22, 2019, 5:57 PM by Greg Jewett
  • Logan O'Neil Eagle Project Logan chose an Eagle Project of building picnic tables for the Dessau Elementary School.  He wanted to provide a space where students could meet with parents for lunch and after ...
    Posted Jul 15, 2018, 1:55 PM by Troop 1409 Wells Branch - Austin, TX
  • Scouts attend Summer Camp Tahuaya 2018 Camp Tahuaya is a beautiful, heavily forested 150 acre camp with the largest natural spring in Texas. Walking distances are short! The lake is stocked with trout. The cold sparkling ...
    Posted Jul 15, 2018, 12:24 PM by Troop 1409 Wells Branch - Austin, TX
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Scouting Events and Announcements

  • Scouts - BSA Membership Policy Change! May 23, 2013 In 2000, the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed the Boy Scouts of America's right as a private organization to determine its own membership standards. Today, the ...
    Posted May 24, 2013, 2:34 PM by Greg Jewett
  • NEGU (Never Ever Give Up) http://www.negu.org/ Everyone .. The Troop will be getting involved in the NEGU (Never Ever Give Up!) foundation and more information will be forth coming at Troop Meetings, Email ...
    Posted Aug 15, 2013, 7:09 AM by Greg Jewett
  • NEW YPT requirements for 4+ Day camps! Thanks to all of our volunteers, leaders and parents who have already taken the classroom Youth Protection Training course to satisfy the state's new camp requirements.  In case you ...
    Posted May 18, 2012, 7:52 AM by Greg Jewett
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Troop Resources

  • Standing At Attention and At Ease Position Scouts who are attending official scout functions, troop meetings, and saluting the flag, should understand and practice the following positions for a professional appearance.STAND AT EASEWhen the ...
    Posted Nov 25, 2013, 6:57 AM by Greg Jewett
  • Backpacking List Items in italics are essential (except for cold weather items when summer camping). Carry in pocket or in accessible location in packMatches in waterproof case Pocket knife Compass Whistle ...
    Posted May 27, 2019, 8:26 AM by unused5 unused5
  • Troop 1409 Officers — Responsibility List Troop 1409 Officers — Responsibility List March 2012 Senior Patrol Leader Plan and run all PLCs and Troop Meetings in conference with Scoutmaster.  Appoint all Troop Officers after approval by Scoutmaster ...
    Posted Nov 25, 2013, 7:03 AM by Greg Jewett
  • Camping Equipment List This is the Troop 1409 recommended camping equipment packing list, with required items, and fall, winter, spring, and summer additional pack lists.   Camping Equipment ListRequired ListTentSleeping Bag ...
    Posted May 8, 2012, 7:59 AM by Greg Jewett
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Scouting Deals and Promotions

  • Discounted Camp Physicals Offered Our council's Health and Safety Committee has approved the following offer:Concentra Urgent Care is offering $30 physicals for Scouts and Scouters attending summer camp or high adventure programs ...
    Posted Aug 15, 2013, 7:06 AM by Greg Jewett
  • Support our Parks: National Parks Annual Pass National Parks Annual PassConsider buying an Annual Pass if you enjoy visiting America's beautiful national parks and recreation areas.  http://www.nps.gov/findapark/passes.htmThe $80 ...
    Posted Aug 15, 2013, 7:07 AM by Greg Jewett
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Scout Oath

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 Law

A Scout is:
Trustworthy,
Loyal,
Helpful,
Friendly, 		Courteous,
Kind,
Obedient,
Cheerful, 		Thrifty,
Brave,
Clean,
Reverent.

Troop Meetings

The Troop meets at Wells Branch MUD Annex
14611 Wells Port Drive
Austin, Texas  78728

Troop Meetings:  Sunday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:30 pm
Patrol Leaders Conference: 1st Sunday of each month from 1:00 to 2:00pm