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.

Troop 390 summer camp pic

What's Happening in Our Troop?

Upcoming Event Calendar

Mar 13-15 Manatoc, Forester Lodge
Mar 29 - Alex ECOH @ Faith from 2-4pm
April 14 - Troop Elections
April 17-19 Ft. Steuben, Cherokee Campsite
April 21 - OA Elections
May 1-3 - Tuscazoar, Turtle Campsite, Archeology MB
June 7 - Swim Test at Manatoc
June 7-12 NYLT, Camp Stambaugh
July 5-11 - High Knoll High Adventure
July 19-25 - Summer Camp @ Manatoc, Concord
August 7-9 - Cedar Point
September 11-13 Tuscazoar, Pig Gig

Alex's ECOH Invite

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.

2026 Scout Summer Camp:

The 2026 Summer Camp will be at Camp Manatoc from July 19-25. Registration is now open. This year’s early bird pricing, due by April 19th, is $445, which includes a $25 discount from the Great Trail Council Adventure fee. Afterwards, the price rises to $485. The merit badge list will be sent out soon. Please let Mrs. Nester or Mr. Sroka know if you plan on attending summer camp.

Please view the Merit Badge Class Schedule. You may print and bring your merit badge class selection to the meeting or pick up a copy at a troop meeting. We will not register scouts for summer camp until we have received payment

2026 Scout Summer Camp Swim Test:

Each year, Scouts are required to take the swim test for summer camp. Manatoc will hold a pre-camp swimming test session on June 6 from 1-4 PM. Scouts may also test on the first day of summer camp, but that is the least preferable option.

Acme Receipts Cash Back Time:

Troops 7390 & 390 are collected a total of $2,085 in Acme Receipts. We barely made the minimum amount this year. Acme reimburses 5% of the cash back value, which will go directly into the Scout’s account later this Spring. Thank you, Sarah Eckert for continuing to lead this project!

Scoutmaster News - Elise & Dale

Thank you to Dan Chalupsky, our Spaghetti Dinner Chair, and the Spaghetti Dinner committee for the countless hours put into planning and organizing the fundraiser. Also, thank you to everyone who worked the dinner and donated raffle basket items. The dinner was a success. Preliminary figures show a profit of $4,200. Mark your calendars as the date has been set for 2027! Next year’s Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser will be held on March 6, 2027.

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.

March Campout:

March 13-15 campout will take place at Camp Manatoc. We will be staying in the Forester Lodge. The purpose of this campout is primary to acclimate our new Scouts to camping with the Troop to get their rank advancements started.Please pack and dress appropriately for the weather. Cold Weather Gear List.

High Knoll Trek 2026 High Adventure:

  • Dates: July 5-11, 2026
  • The estimate for the adventure is $650.
  • Reminder: $100 per participant is due each month
  • Mr. Henry sent out the Warm-up hike schedule. Scouts should make every effort to attend the warm-up hikes so we can ensure everyone is properly conditioned for High Knoll. Please let Mr. Henry know your spring sports schedule as soon as possible. His phone number is: (330) 256-1570.
  • In addition, High Knoll participants should also make every effort to attend the shake-down campout in April at Ft. Steuben. This is the first backpacking trip these scouts have ever been on. It is important that everyone has the proper gear, so they have an enjoyable week. The troop has some backpacking tents available.

**Mom’s Night Out**:

Calling all adult ladies…Let’s get together for some social time, snacks, and fun! The next two meetup dates are set. We will meet at the Winking Lizard, 79 Springside Dr, Akron, 44333, on March 26th at 7 PM. Then we will meet on Thursday, April 16th at 750ml, 2287 W Market St, Akron, 44313 at 7 PM. Please join us!

Merit Badge Opportunities:

  • Communications Merit Badge - The next meeting for those working on Communications merit badge with the Troop will be Sunday, April 19th (note new date!), from 4-5 PM. Hopefully Scouts will have completed all their requirements so they can finish the badge.
  • Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge - Judge Oldham will meet with Scouts who have previously started Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge and are ready to complete it on Sunday, March 22 from 3-5 PM in the Youth Room at Faith.

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 April 7, 2026, at 6 PM.
  • The next Troop Committee Meeting will be held on April 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