Let Boys Be Boys 

Too many boys are turning to virtual worlds of television, video games, digital media, and the internet to find realms they can conquer and areas where they can excel. The result of this virtual conquest is often apathy, apparent rebellion, or outright resistance to real-world challenge.

Trail Life USA is where boys thrive! Trail Life USA is an exciting outdoor youth development organization steeped in the values of the Christian faith. It is dedicated to a mission “... to guide generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure.”  TLUSA is where boys are engaged in real-world challenges and experience camping, hiking, and fishing; they develop skills in riflery, archery, and canoeing;  and learn character and leadership in a practical hands-on manner that is naturally engaging.

All boys, ages 5 through 17, are welcome irrespective of religion, race, national origin, or socio-economic status. We welcome boys whose parents are seeking a faith-based outdoor adventure program that places an emphasis on character development, leadership, and moral purity, and who aspire to live in accordance with the values expressed in the Motto and Oath.

The program is designed that: A Trailman must be at least 5 years old to join patrol. Foxes start at 5 or 6. Hawks start at 7 or 8. Mountain Lions start at 9 or 10. Navigators start at 11, 12, or 13. Adventurers start at 14, 15, 16, or 17. 

Trailmen are expected to advance with other boys their age. Exceptions to the policy are allowed with a one-year variance, beginning with the Hawk patrol, in either direction (advancing or holding back) at the discretion of the Troop Committee. The Trail Life program is not based on academic benchmarks or maturity but on building relationships, spiritual growth, practical skill development, empathy and service, teamwork, and leadership.