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BSA Troop 399 Hikes Freedom Trail
Troop 399 visits Boston to Learn About American History
On the weekend of September 20, 2024, Boy Scout Troop 399 hiked Boston’s Freedom Trail. The troop camped at Nobscot Boy Scout Reservation in Massachusetts. Heading out early Saturday morning, scouts and parent volunteers started at Boston Commons and hiked to Bunker Hill. Following the red-painted guideline through the streets of Boston, the boys and adults learned much about our nation’s beginnings. Along the way, they visited many sites of historical significance including the Massachusetts State House, the King's Chapel, the Old South Meeting House, the Old State House where they spent considerable time learning about the American Revolution, the site of the Boston massacre, the USS Constitution museum, and others. Despite the rain, the boys and adults enjoyed the in-depth exploration of our country’s history.
