Gorham Scout Troop 73 recently participated in a full weekend of camping and hiking in New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest. The older scouts summited New England’s highest peak, the formidable 6,288’ Mt Washington. The younger scouts climbed Wildcat Mountain standing at 4,062’ and featuring a section of the Appalachian Trail that rises approximately 2,000’ over 2 miles. Upcoming events include a camporee at the picturesque Cobscook Bay State Park and a court of honor where the scouts will be recognized for their recent achievements on their paths to Eagle Scout.

The troop will be hosting an open house on Monday, Oct. 2 at Cressey Road Church beginning at 6:30 p.m. Invited are all youth and their parents who are interested in learning more about Troop 73’s fun and active program to join the campfire, s’mores, and scout skill demonstrations. Troop 73 is open to boys who are at least 11 years old or have completed the 6th grade.