Boy Scouts of America Troop 87

Boy Scouts of America · Corpus Christi, TX

Troop 87

Adventure. Leadership. Service.
Building the next generation of American leaders.

Eagle Scout Legacy High Adventure Ready Community Service Character Development
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50+
Active Scouts
40+
Years of Service
85+
Eagle Scouts
12+
High Adventure Trips
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Shaping Character Since Day One

Troop 87 is a proud unit of the Boy Scouts of America, dedicated to developing young men of character, competence, and citizenship. Through outdoor adventure, service projects, and strong mentorship, our scouts learn the skills and values they will carry for life.

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Scout-LedYouth leadership at every level
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Outdoor FocusedAdventure in the natural world
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Service FirstGiving back to our community
Eagle LegacyExcellence is our standard

Programs & Activities

A full year of meetings, campouts, merit badges, and high-adventure expeditions.

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Monthly Campouts

Year-round camping in all conditions builds resilience, navigation skills, and the deep love of the outdoors that defines Scouting.

All Ranks
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Merit Badge Program

More than 130 merit badges covering everything from First Aid to Astronomy, Robotics to Cooking — building a well-rounded young man.

Scout → Eagle
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Eagle Scout Trail

The pinnacle of Scouting. Our dedicated Eagle coaches and structured advancement program have produced over 85 Eagle Scouts.

Star → Eagle
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Service Projects

Troop and individual service projects put Scout values into action, strengthening bonds with our community.

All Ranks
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Summer Camp

A full week at a premier BSA council camp featuring shooting sports, waterfront, STEM, and leadership programming.

All Scouts
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Courts of Honor

Quarterly recognition ceremonies celebrating rank advancements, merit badges, and exceptional service.

Troop Events

High Adventure Camps

BSA High Adventure High Adventure programs push scouts to their limits — and beyond. Troop 87 regularly participates in all four national High Adventure bases, giving older scouts the challenge, independence, and wilderness experience that defines the pinnacle of Scouting.

⚠ Qualification Requirements

Most High Adventure bases require scouts to be at least 14 years old (or First Class rank). Physical fitness exams and prep hikes are required. Talk to your Scoutmaster to start your journey.

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Cimarron, New Mexico · 137,000 acres
Philmont Scout Ranch

The crown jewel of BSA High Adventure. Trek 50–100 miles through the rugged Sangre de Cristo mountains over 12 days, carrying everything you need on your back.

BackpackingRock Climbing12 DaysAges 14+
Florida Keys & Bahamas · Open Ocean
Florida Sea Base

Set sail on the crystal-clear waters of the Florida Keys and the Bahamas. Programs include sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and open-ocean adventure.

SailingSCUBA7 DaysAges 14+
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Ely, Minnesota · Boundary Waters
Northern Tier

Paddle through thousands of lakes and portage across pristine wilderness in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Winter programs include dog sledding.

CanoeingPortaging7-10 DaysAges 14+
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Glen Jean, West Virginia · 10,600 acres
Summit Bechtel Reserve

The newest and most dynamic High Adventure base. Zip lines, mountain biking, skateboarding, BMX, whitewater rafting, and a world-class climbing wall.

Rock ClimbingMountain Biking7 DaysAges 13+
Troop-Organized
Custom High Adventure Expeditions

Beyond the national bases, Troop 87 plans its own high-adventure experiences each year — selected by scouts, planned by the PLC, and executed as a team.

Boundary Waters Canoe Trips
Rocky Mountain Backpacking
Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim
Whitewater Rafting
Local 50-Miler Treks
Winter Camping Expeditions
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Troop Leadership

Our dedicated volunteer leaders bring decades of Scouting experience, professional expertise, and an unwavering commitment to youth development.

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Scoutmaster
Scoutmaster
Eagle Scout · 20+ yrs
Assistant SM
Asst. Scoutmaster
Eagle Scout · 15+ yrs
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Committee Chair
Committee Chair
8 years service
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Senior Patrol Leader
Senior Patrol Leader
Life Scout · SPL 2024

Join Troop 87

Whether you are a new Scout or an experienced one looking for your forever troop, Troop 87 welcomes you. Come to a meeting, meet the scouts, and see what we are all about.

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Attend a Troop Meeting as a guest
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Complete BSA membership application
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Get your uniform & handbook
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Start your Scouting adventure
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