Trail Life USA Troop MS 1512

Our Navigators and Adventurers got in their hiking miles today down at Rocky Springs! We're proud of these young men for their hard work and dedication, and we're grateful for our adult leaders and parents who planned, executed, participated, and otherwise made it possible!

Happy Thanksgiving from Trail Life USA!

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Trailmen serve. These young (and slightly older) men spent their Saturday morning working outside at the new Connect Center in Canton. We’re grateful for them, their families, and a church that believes in their mission. FBC Madison, MS Trail Life USA

The Trailmen spent a full weekend at Central Hills Baptist Retreat learning skills, having fun, and worshipping the Lord. Among their activities was a U.S. flag retirement ceremony to properly honor our nation’s flag and learn more about its significance, contributing to our discussion of the sacrifice of Christ and the freedom we find in Him and our citizenship in His Kingdom above every nation.

Thanks to Central Hills and the event organizers for a great weekend, and thanks to our troop leaders and parents!

We are so proud of all our Trailmen for their hard work, great attitudes, servants’ hearts, and fortitude this year. Our Court of Honor this week was a special time of recognition and fellowship. We are also very grateful for our leaders, parents, and our sponsor church, FBC Madison, MS!

Troop MS-1512 is grateful for all the fathers (and mothers!) who make what we do possible. As we head to the wilderness this weekend for our first campout in many months, we salute the dads who help (and teach how to) pitch tents, build fires, cook meals, etc. Your presence in the lives of these boys and young men matters more than any of us can know.

"A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society." -

Join a growing band of who are passionate about with their sons, and who are intentional about using outdoor and in the community as tools to raise up generations of men who with and in their families, their churches, their communities, and their nation.

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Fire safety. Fire building. Cooking. These Trailmen picked up some useful camp skills in the heart of Madison Monday night, tools that will serve them well on their campout this weekend! Thanks to all the parents and leaders that worked together to pull off another great Trail Life evening.

Our Trailmen enjoyed a great evening of trail riding and hiking at Ridgeland Trails this week. We’re grateful to the excellent and welcoming guides for hosting us! Thanks, TCMBA • Tri-county Mountain Bike Association!

After way too long apart, our troop got back together at The Lake House on the Reservoir this past week to share a meal, fellowship, and boat/raft/float building!

Calling all dads and sons in Kindergarten-12th Grade! Registration is now open for our church's Trail Life USA Troop. Trail Life USA is a Church-Based, Christ-Centered, Boy-Focused mentoring and discipleship journey that speaks to the heart of a boy. Established on timeless values derived from the Bible and set in the context of outdoor adventure, boys from Kindergarten through 12th grade are engaged in a Troop setting by male mentors where they are challenged to grow in character, understand their purpose, serve their community, and develop practical leadership skills to carry out the mission for which they were created.
Join us in person on Sunday, September 13 at 6:00pm at First Baptist Madison FLC or on Zoom at FBCMadison.org/TrailLife.
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Some of our Trailmen and parent-leaders spent several days hiking the Appalachian Trail in northern Georgia and exploring Foster Falls near Chattanooga, TN (even taking time for a worship service on a convenient rock Sunday morning). A great time was had exploring God’s creation, building skills, and having fun together! These are just a few images from a spectacular weekend!

“Is he – quite safe?”
“Safe?” said Mr. Beaver…“Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good. He’s the King, I tell you.”

A forgotten wardrobe becomes the pathway to adventure and intrigue as four children step into another time and place …a White Witch holds the land in an endless winter …the Great Lion Aslan comes to make the ultimate sacrifice. This is the land where all things are possible: Narnia!

During the Trail Life USA Backyard Cookout and Campout Broadcast (https://www.TrailLifeUSA.com/backyard), Danny Huerta from Focus on the Family announced the award-winning The Chronicles of Narnia audio drama, “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe” from Focus on the Family Radio Theatre is playing on the FREE streaming platform from Focus on the Family, Focus@Home, for two weeks.

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The Honor Theirs, The Duty Ours Those stars are there in setting blue, Because you answered to the call. We bring no eulogy to you; you honor us — you won it all. A living wreath of lasting fame

No night of camping is complete without time spent gazing up at the stars. Visit the resources page for incredible links to videos, instructions to make your own star chart, stargazing apps, a guide to creating a walking tour of the solar system, and more. Visit https://traillifeusa.co/2wy3kg3

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Several Trailmen and dads gathered this morning with others to help Madison-Ridgeland Rotary Club and Rise Against Hunger at Madison United Methodist Church to pack many, many bags and boxes with meals for those in need around the world. We’re blessed with the opportunity to serve others and thankful for a community of people and groups eager to work together.

Our troop held our first Worthy Derby last night! Trailmen felt the need for speed, and it showed. A great evening of pinewood derby car racing was had by all, with plenty of fellowship and fun, and all the boys exhibiting the best in Christian, good natured competition and encouragement. Thanks to all the participants, design and pit crews (parents), and our adult leaders and volunteers for making it all happen. FBC Madison, MS Trail Life USA

Slow motion video of a few races to follow!

COURT OF HONOR POSTPONED.

Unfortunately, due to the weather, and after consultation with church leadership, we need to postpone the Court of Honor. We apologize for the inconvenience, but the safety of all our members is of paramount importance. There are reports of severe weather in various places already, and it is supposed to continue through the evening. Other activities on the church campus have also been cancelled, and some schools and businesses in the area are making similar arrangements, as we understand it.
We are working now to reschedule, so please stay tuned. Also, anyone who can contact members who may not immediately see this post or the email just sent, we would appreciate that. Thank you, and more will be communicated soon regarding the reschedule date.
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone stays safe.

Proud of our Trailmen for spreading the Walk Worthy message during this morning’s Madison the City Christmas Parade! Trail Life USA FBC Madison, MS

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Happy Thanksgiving from Trail Life USA

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Away from the distractions of a culture that often pushes to the margins, boys are able to connect with , learn about their , and discover the for which they were created.

As boys mature, they are to step up and take positions. They help organize activities, projects, overnight campouts, and outdoor skills training. “We are big on developing boys to be as .”

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Worship. Rockets. Hayrides. Skits. And more worship. These are just some of the things our Trailmen did at our campout this past weekend. The Lord blessed us in our time together! More photos - and video! - to come.

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"Honor to the soldier and the sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country's cause."
-Abraham Lincoln

Today we the who have proudly our . Remember to today!

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Our troop's crew at the 2019 Mississippi Trail Life USA Fall Gathering was small but proud! We were blessed with perfect weather and lots of fun, fellowship, and above all, worship! Thanks to our Mississippi Trail Life leaders for organizing the event! We are also grateful to Shane Thrash and everyone at Central Hills Baptist Retreat for hosting us at their beautiful site!

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On my honor,
I will do my best
To serve God and my country;
To respect authority;
To be a good steward of creation;
And to treat others as I want to be treated.

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Adventure | Character | Leadership
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Our troop's next regular meeting is November 4, 6:30 PM, at the FBC Madison, MS Student Center, where our boys will be engaged in active learning and fellowship. Join us.

Boys are at a severe disadvantage in a sit down, be still, everybody-gets-a-trophy artificial environment. Boys need opportunity to push their limits, rise to the occasion, and prove they are capable, strong, and brave.

Adventure | Character | Leadership
www.TrailLifeUSA.com

Trail Life USA

On my honor,
I will do my best
To serve God and my country;
To respect authority;
To be a good steward of creation;
And to treat others as I want to be treated.

Christ-Centered | Boy-Focused
Adventure | Character | Leadership
www.TrailLifeUSA.com

These boys do more than camp! They spent a big chunk of their day (with some help from their dads and leaders) building benches, painting, tiling, and repairing cabinets at Our Daily Bread Ministries in Canton, which provides meals to those in need in the local area. We are grateful to the Lord for the opportunities these young men have to serve. A few before and after pics - and action shots - are included. FBC Madison, MS Trail Life USA