Troop 46 "Freedom Outpost": True to Scouting values for almost 60 years!
Welcome! Troop 46 is one of Germany's oldest BSA Troops, in fact, we were the first BSA Troop behind the 'Iron Curtain'!
Troop 46 has been an active member of the American Community in Berlin since at least 1952. For nearly 60 years, we have been preparing youth in Berlin to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
We are part of the Transatlantic Council (TAC) and are chartered by the All Saints Catholic Community. Troop 46 meets every Tuesday evening from 18:30 - 20:00 in the All Saints community hall, located in the former US Army Chapel at Hüttenweg 46 in Zehlendorf.
Troop 46 is a BOY-led Troop!
Sir Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the World Scout Movement, once said that a Scoutmaster should "never do anything a boy can do." We take this very seriously. Our entire program is run with Baden-Powell's admonition in mind! Our Scouts plan and execute every aspect of our program with adult guidance and support.
Troop 46 is an "outdoor troop" featuring monthly campouts which include over-nighters close to Berlin, several "high-adventure" activities such as multiple-day canoe and backpacking trips, hiking, and other camping/outdoor experiences. We are also active in our community and provide service to various organizations, such as the Ronald McDonald House, the VFW and, of course, our own All Saints Catholic Community!
In addition to attending summer camps, in 2009 several of our Scouts also were asked to work as camp staff at the Transatlantic Council's Camp Freedom! These Scouts performed gained valuable life experience, and made many friends while teaching valuable Scout skills to Scouts from all over Europe!
Our Scouts aren't the only ones who get to have fun! Last year, Troop 46 Scouters led the Transatlantic Council's Philmont contingent to Philmont Scout Ranch, New Mexico where they backpacked more than 55 miles over 10 days, went rappeling, rock climbing, white water rafting, shot black powder rifles and shotguns, and much, much more!
Please feel free to explore our site and learn more about our program. Click on the Recent Events tab to see our latest scouting activities.
You can also find us on Facebook under "Friends of Troop 46"!
Scout On!
Scoutmaster Cain
