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Troop 70 maintains a consistent, predictable schedule so families can plan ahead while still allowing flexibility for busy lives.

Troop 70 offers exceptional high-adventure opportunities planned well in advance to allow families to prepare.

  • June 7–13, 2026: Jack D. Furst Aquatics Base
    Adult Leader: Russ Falconer (rfalconer@gibsondunn.com)
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  • July 21–31, 2026: National Scout Jamboree
    Adult Leader: Chris McNeill (Scoutmaster@Troop70.org)
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  • May 29 – June 3, 2027: Florida Sea Base (Islamorada Sailing Trek)
    Adult Leader: Collin Koonce (cgkoonce@gmail.com)
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  • June 6-12, 2027: Jack D. Furst Aquatics Base
    Adult Leader: Chris McNeill (Scoutmaster@Troop70.org)
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  • June 22 – 29, 2027: Atchafalaya Swamp Base Trek
    Adult Leader: Chris McNeill (Scoutmaster@Troop70.org)
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  • July 4–11, 2027: Philmont Scout Ranch Trek
    Adult Leader: Josh Tate (jctate@mail.smu.edu)
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  • July 26– August 1, 2027: Florida Sea Base (Brinton Environmental Center)
    Adult Leaders: Josh Tate (jctate@mail.smu.edu) & James Lynch (james@clcos.com)

Our manageable troop size makes it easier for Scouts to participate in these once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Our troop typically conducts monthly campouts throughout the school year, giving Scouts regular opportunities to apply their skills outdoors.

  • 2026–2027 Campout Schedule: To Be Announced.

Full schedule will be published in August 2026.

Boards of Review are scheduled regularly throughout the year to support timely advancement.

  • 2026–2027 Board of Review: To Be Announced.
  • Full schedule will be published in August 2026.

Courts of Honor are held periodically to recognize Scouts for their achievements and rank advancements.

  • 2026–2027 Courts of Honor: To Be Announced.

Full schedule will be published in August 2026. Specific dates will be communicated to families and published on the troop calendar via the Scoutbook App.

Troop meetings are held during the school year on:

  • August 24, 2026 – First Meeting; Parent Question & Answer
  • Monday Nights
  • 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Location: University Park Elementary School Cafeteria, 3521 Amherst Ave., Dallas, TX 75225

Meetings follow the school calendar—we do not meet when school at University Park Elementary is not in session. Each meeting is designed to be engaging and productive, helping Scouts develop skills and advance in rank, all while having fun!