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TROOP 1175
“DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP, BUILDING CHARACTER, CREATING MEMORIES.”
About Us
Scout Troop 1175 in Simsbury is Looking for Adventurous Girls
Scout Troop 1175 is looking for girls 11-17 years old with a sense of adventure and fun. Our troop philosophy is unconditional support with 100% inclusion and no judgement. Our Troop is sponsored by the Simsbury VFW and meets at Scout Hall in Simsbury (695 Hopmeadow St.) on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:30 PM. Monthly Trips That Test Our Skills In the best traditions of Scouting, we are an adventurous Troop with an emphasis on the basic skills of Scouting and putting those skills to the test every month on challenging trips. We are an “All Weather” Troop. Some examples of our adventures include:
Monthly Trips That Test Our Skills
- Camping on a beach with wild horses in Maryland
- Dogsledding adventures in Maine
- Learning SCUBA in Massachusetts and practicing in Roatan, Honduras
- Whitewater rafting in upstate New York
- Building and piloting an ice boat in New Hampshire
- Canoe-camping for a week on the Allagash River in Maine
- Building and sleeping in survival shelters in Vermont
- Backpacking on the Appalachian Trail
- Ice climbing in Connecticut
- Surfing on the Rhode Island coast
- Overnight bike-camping on Nantucket Island
- Sailing for a week in St. Thomas, the U.S. Virgin Islands
Our Activities
Adventure is at the heart of Troop 1175! We believe in the power of the outdoors to teach resilience, teamwork, and essential survival skills. Whether it’s camping in the snow, navigating mountain trails, or spending nights under the stars, our Scouts experience the thrill of nature year-round. From Deep Freeze survival camping to our annual summer camp at Camp Mattatuck, every trip is designed to challenge and inspire.
Scouting is about building strong, capable leaders. Our Junior Leader Training Program pushes Scouts to develop teamwork, problem-solving, and survival skills in the rugged terrain of the wilderness. For those who strive for the ultimate challenge, The Valkyrie – our most elite team – learn advanced survival tactics, rescue techniques, and leadership strategies, earning a reputation as the “Best of the Best.”
Service is a cornerstone of Scouting. Troop 1175 is dedicated to making a positive impact in Simsbury and beyond. From building trails and maintaining public spaces to fundraising for global initiatives, our Scouts embody the principle that a Scout is helpful. We’ve assisted disaster relief efforts, constructed community projects, and even organized service missions to places like Puerto Rico.
Each year, our most experienced Scouts embark on once-in-a-lifetime global adventures that push their skills and leadership to the next level. From sailing the U.S. Virgin Islands to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, our Scouts take on the world’s greatest challenges. Whether navigating the wilderness, diving into new cultures, or mastering survival techniques, these expeditions forge lifelong memories and an unshakable spirit of adventure.
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Testimonial
As an Assistant Scoutmaster and proud father of a First Class Scout, I’ve loved watching Troop 1175 challenge young people through high adventure, build real-world confidence, and develop professional communication with leaders from diverse backgrounds. The support from our dedicated adult leaders is unmatched, and I’m excited to see how Troop 1175 continues to strengthen its community in the years ahead.
