Troop 50

Who we are and what we do


Troop 50 is proud to be celebrating xx years of Scouting. Troop 50 was originally chartered in 1982.

To visit the troop, please call Don Zarich, Scoutmaster, at 219-742-7493.

For information about joining our troop click here.
The troop is currently operating from the American Legion Hall #260 located in Portage, Indiana.

The ideals of Scouting are spelled out in the Scout Oath, Law, Motto and Slogan.

The Scout Oath or Promise

On my honor
I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my Country and
To help other people at all times
To keep myself physically strong,
Mentally awake, and morally straight.

The Scout Law

A Scout is
Trustworthy
Loyal
Helpful
Friendly
Courteous
Kind
Obedient
Cheerful
Thrifty
Brave
Clean
and Reverent.

The Scout Motto

"Be Prepared"

The Scout Slogan

"Do A Good Turn Daily"

The 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.




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