"In the 30 years that I've been doing this for a living, I've never had a parent say to me, 'I regretted the time I spent with my son or child in Scouting.'"
---Roy L. Williams, Chief Scout Executive, Boy Scouts of America
Welcome to BSA Troop 235 website.
Interested in joining our Troop?
Ages: Boy Scouts is for all boys ages 11-17 (Grades 5-12).
Meetings: Troop 235 meets on Tuesday nights at 7:00 in the new Fellowship Building at Red Hill Lutheran Church, located at 13200 Red Hill Avenue, Tustin, CA 92780.
You are always welcome to visit our Troop meetings and learn about our many activities. We are very active and camp almost every month. You can reach our membership chair at membership@troop235.com and we can schedule a visit and let you know what activities are planned for upcoming meetings.
For Current Members: If you wish to have an Announcement or Event placed on the Website/EBlast or you need to send a Troop wide E-mail, please email the Webmaster at webmaster@troop235.com.
Note: To protect the privacy of our Scouts, only members are allowed access to this site. If you are a member who needs access, please use the "Contact Us" link and provide your name, your scout's name, and an updated email address
Lake Perris SRA (Campsite GC4) - 17801 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571
Event Details:
The troop will be camping at Lake Perris Campground from Friday, August 15th, 2025 to Sunday, August 17th, 2025.
On Saturday, we will head down to the lake. We will take the path (.6 miles) to the beach and will canoe. We will also have lunch there at the beach. Bring a rash guard and sun hat, the weather will be hot. Bring sunblock/lotion and water bottle.
Meet at 5:30 PM on Friday, August 15th, 2025 at the RHL 13200 Red Hill Ave Tustin, CA 92780. We will be leaving at 5:30 PM sharp. Dinner will not be provided so please eat before we depart or on the way.
Arrival Back in Tustin:
We will return to old "Big Lots" 13852 Red Hill Ave Tustin, CA 92780 (Red Hill Ave just north of the 5 freeway) on Sunday afternoon, August 17th, 2025 between 1 PM and 2 PM. The boys will call from their car.
Patrol Meal Planning:
The Patrols should plan on making breakfast, lunch, and dinner for Saturday meals, and Sunday breakfast.
Drivers:
Please place a comment in the "Special Notes" space on the Troop web page letting us know if you are driving and how many TOTAL seats you have in your vehicle.
Also please make sure all your required Troop Paperwork has been completed and turned in or you will not be allowed to drive any Scouts to the Camp. All vehicles used in connection with a Scouting activity must be covered by a liability insurance policy with coverage that meets or exceeds BSA coverage limits. It is essential that adequate, safe, and responsible transportation be used for all Scouting activities.
Class A and B Uniform:
Troop 235 Boy Scouts travel in Class A Field uniform (full uniform) until we get to camp. We request (require) that Scouts wear their red hats all the time.
Scouts and adult leaders need to be in Class B shirt and troop hat at all times on Saturday during our trip to the beach.
What to bring:
A Scout should always be prepared ---- This event will be rain or shine. A few layers (T-shirt, hoodie, and rain-jacket/poncho, for example). Scouts should be prepared with clothing for the beach and at night – pants, or long shorts, long sleeve shirts, well fitting athletic shoes. Bring a rash guard and sun hat, the weather will be hot. Bring sunblock/lotion and water bottle.
No electronics! (This includes air-pods, they will be confiscated by adult leaders)
Your Scout’s stuff should fit in one duffle bag and not be too heavy for them to carry.
10 Essentials + 4
1. __ Pocketknife (Only if the Scout has his Totin’ Chip)
2. __ First aid kit (small)
3. __ Extra clothing – Scout t-shirt, sweatshirt
4. __ Rain gear - inexpensive
5. __ Water bottle (1 liter) – Nalgene bottle or canteen
6. __ Flashlight or headlamp
7. __ Trail food
8. __ Matches/Fire starter (when you complete Firem’n Chit training)
9. __ Sun protection
10. __ Map and compass
1. __ Toilet paper (small roll)
2. __ Signal Device
3. __ 50 ft. Cord
4. __ Whistle
__ Toiletries
__ Personal daypack (for lunch, water bottle, etc.)
__ Sunscreen
__ Sleeping bag (recommend 30 degree bag)
__ Sleeping bag liners for extra warmth (if you have them)
__ Sleeping pad
__ Sleep clothing
__ Pillow
__ Scout Handbook (so they can have various requirements signed off)
__ Hiking boots
__ Class B uniform
__ Warm jacket and pants (It will be very cold at night)
__ Base Layers, warm gloves and beanies keep head protected from the cold
Grubmaster:
Menus will be planned and grubmasters have chosen at our August 15th scout meeting. Grubmasters shop for food on Thursday based on the number of Scouts and adults registered for the event.
Old Goats (Adults):
We will need a grumbmaster, please volunteer. Adults joining us will need their own tent.
Any further questions, contact: David Kim at 530-794-8254 or dkim36@gmail.com
We will be conducting our final gear check on June 10th during the Troop meeting. Every scout attending summer camp that has not attended a gear check must attend and bring their gear.
Troop 235 is participating in a beach cleanup and could really use your help! Join us in making a difference for our oceans and local wildlife—every pair of hands makes an impact. Let's work together to keep our shores beautiful. Hope to see you there!
OC Coastkeeper Beach Cleanup
Bolsa Chica, Huntington State Beach Tower 28 ,
Sea Legs at the Beach: 17851 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
June 14, 2025
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Please register on the Troop 235 website.
Register here.Spots are limited, please register as soon as possible.
For more information please contact Dylan Waite at dylanw8556@gmail.com.
The gear check for the Introduction to Backpacking campout will be held during the troop meeting on May 27th .
As a reminder:
The weather could be anywhere from warm and sunny to rainy and cold. Be prepared for all types of weather. In addition to the normal items to bring on a campout, please bring the following:
• Sleeping bag • Sleeping pad • Small Bowl • Spoon • 10 Essentials + 4 • Toiletries • Toilet paper • Sunscreen • Two Water bottles (total needs to be at least 2 L) • Flashlight • Personal backpack • Appropriate backpacking clothes • Hiking Boots • light weight jacket and pants (It can be cool at night) • Camera
Please contact Mr. Gogosha if you have any questions
This is an introduction to Backpacking trip for Troop 235 scouts. Prior experience with backpacking is not required to sign up for this trip.
Every participant (youth and adult) will need to have their own backpack along with all the necessary gear to camp overnight.
There will be a mandatory gear check at the troop meeting on June 3rd. All participants (youth and adult) need to bring their backpacks along with all gear for review with Mr. Gogosha.
Unfortunately, REI no longer offers rental program for backpacking packs. Crew members are encouraged to use their scouting funds from Tree Lot 2024 to look for good deals on backpacks. It is highly recommended to get your backpack fitted properly. REI staff are very good at offering tips on proper fitting of backpacks.
Where: Cooper Canyon Trail Camp, Angeles National Forest
September 2025 - Desert Camping - Anza Borrego State Park
Location: Anza Borrego State Park - Palm Canyons Campground, 200 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, CA, 92004.
Event Details:
Location: Anza Borrego State Park. Palm Canyon Campground link
Departure: Red Hill Lutheran Church, Parking Lot on Friday, September 19th at 4:45 PM. We will depart at 5:15 PM sharp. Eat dinner before you come or eat during the long drive to Anza Borrego.
Arrival Back in Tustin: Anticipated return will be between 2 PM and 3 PM on Sunday, September 21st 2025 at the old Big Lots parking lot. Scouts will call from their cars for a better update on arrival time.
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