The Trail Log
A Living Timeline of Athens Scouting Unit 53
We're building a living history of Pack 1053, Troop 1053, and Troop 7053 — and we need your help. Decades of memories live in photo albums, scrapbooks, and stories that only our Scouting community can share. Contribute a memory below and help us bring this timeline to life.
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Our History So Far
Community-contributed memories, verified and published · hover or tap to expand
📜 11 memories · spanning 7+ years · 2 eras
🦅 Eagle Scout Honor Roll
Every Eagle Scout from our units — help us complete the record.
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Leader Legacy Wall 
The leaders who guided our scouts — help us fill the gaps.
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🗺️ Camp & Trip Map
Every camp, campout, and service project our scouts have visited.
📍 2 locations mapped · Click a pin for details
📢 Help Us Fill the Gaps
This history has gaps only YOU can fill. Every photo, name, and memory matters. Whether it's an Eagle Scout from 1995, a Scoutmaster's name, or a grainy camp photo — we want it all.
Along the Trail
Browse decades of scouting memories — search, filter, and explore
Camp: National Jamboree Trip
Camp: Camp Falling Rock 2026
Camp: High Ropes Outing - OU course
We are officially signed up to do the Zip Line and High course at the OU Outdoor Pursuits course on the OU campus (the ridges) for Next Tuesday, April 21th @ 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. All Scouts need to register here (https://ohio.dserec.com/online/eventsr/events/list/2d71edd2) - This is their system, which includes the waiver. We have a max Scout count of 15, so be sure you sign up ASAP. - Leaders, please leave spots for scoutsTime: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMCost: $35 Please bring tomorrow (Tuesday) - if you need assistance or wish to use your Scout funds, please let us knowStep 1 = Click the above link.Step 2 = Log in or create an Account> If you have an OU account, use that> if not, create a local Account.Step 3 = Once logged in, click Register Quest.Step 4 = Just fill in the form for your Socut
Camp: Carter Caves State Resort Park
Carter Caves State Resort Park
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— Clayton Healy
The Athens 53 neckerchief is more than just a new piece of uniform; it’s the result of Scouts from Troops 1053 and 7053 coming together to create something shared. Through discussion, collaboration, and a troop-wide vote, Scouts from both units worked together to select a design that represents the full Athens 53 community. The final design, originally inspired by artwork from Eagle Scout Chase D. of Troop 1053, connects past and present while giving both troops a unified identity moving forward.
The colors were chosen with purpose and meaning. The Navy field represents trust, responsibility, and the strong foundation built through Scouting. The inner turquoise stripe reflects growth, learning, and the spirit of adventure, while the outer purple stripe represents leadership, respect, and service to others. Together, these elements create a design that reflects what it means to be a Scout, not just individually, but as part of a team.
In addition to the new design, Scouts had a choice in how they wear it. Some selected the traditional square neckerchief, while others chose the modern triangular style. The square neckerchief connects back to Scouting’s roots as a practical tool—useful for first aid, protection from the elements, and other real-world needs—while the triangular version offers a clean, modern look as part of the uniform.
What makes this especially meaningful is that it was built by the Scouts themselves. This wasn’t handed down. It was discussed, debated, and chosen as a group. The result is something that represents Athens 53 as a whole: shared identity, shared values, and a group of Scouts moving forward together.
EAST LIBERTY — BSA scouts and scouters from across Athens County journeyed to Camp Otter Run in East Liberty for a once-in-a-lifetime experience: witnessing the total solar eclipse. The event drew over 70 participants with several local BSA Packs and Troops, including Pack 53, Pack 71, Troop 50, …
Rising senior at Alexander High School, Ben Maskiell, son of Rich and Jen Maskiell, and rising sophomore at Athens High School, Isabelle Stowe, daughter of David Stowe and Melissa Myers, were selected to be part of the USA contingent at the 25th World Scout Jamboree in South Korea, Aug. 1-12.
The 2023 Athens Community Leadership Awards for the Simon Kenton Council Boy Scouts of America (BSA) were handed out during a ceremony on May 18 at the Ohio University Inn, in Athens.
Two local scout groups recently attended the 24th World Scout Jamboree at Bechtel Summit Reserve in West Virginia. From July 21-Aug. 2, the United States is hosting some 40,000 youth and adult leaders from 200 nations and territories representing over 160 national scout organizations. For the fir…
