Our History: Over 40 Years of Adventure & Leadership
Founded on February 28, 1983, Troop 637 has spent over four decades empowering young people through outdoor adventure, character development, and active community involvement. Built on the core values of the Scout Oath and Law, our troop provides a supportive, scout-led environment where youth learn to lead, overcome challenges, and build lifelong friendships.
For more than 40 years, Troop 637 was proudly chartered by the West Douglas Fire Protection District in Sedalia, Colorado. That long-standing partnership helped instill a deep legacy of service, civic responsibility, and community action in generations of local youth.
In 2026, Troop 637 embarked on an exciting new chapter by establishing a new charter home with St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Castle Rock, Colorado. While our location has evolved, our core mission remains unchanged: carrying forward our rich tradition of outdoor exploration, leadership training, and service. Today, as an active, Scout-led troop, we continue to guide young people on their path toward becoming confident, capable leaders of tomorrow.
Our Culture & Values
At Troop 637, Scouting is more than a weekly meeting—it is a supportive community where young leaders build character, form lasting friendships, learn to overcome challenges, and grow into adaptable leaders. For decades, we have cultivated an environment where youth are empowered to step out of their comfort zones and into real leadership. We operate under a simple, proven philosophy: guided by adults, led by youth.
We foster a culture where failure is treated as a stepping stone, success is celebrated together, and every Scout is encouraged to voice their ideas. Whether building campfires in the backcountry, collaborating on the Patrol Leaders’ Council, or serving the Castle Rock community, our Scouts put the Scout Oath and Law into practice every day.
High Adventure Highlights "Bucket List"
For our older Scouts, Scouting expands far beyond weekend campouts into life-changing wilderness expeditions. Our troop actively maintains a tradition of participating in BSA’s iconic High Adventure bases across North America. Troop 637 regularly sends crews and adult chaperones to National High Adventure bases, giving older youth unforgettable backcountry challenges.
Troop 637 offers high-level wilderness treks designed to challenge older, 14+ age Scouts:
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Philmont Scout Ranch (2027 - Upcoming): Our crew is already prepping for this premier high-country backpacking trek, gaining experience and logging training miles along the Colorado Trail so they are fully prepared for rugged high-country terrain.
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Northern Tier (Wilderness Canoeing): Last summer, our crew navigated pristine boundary waters, mastering wilderness canoeing, portaging, and self-reliance in the northern wilderness.
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Florida Sea Base (Ocean Adventures): In 2025, multiple crews traveled south for open-water challenges, including tall-ship sailing, open-water scuba diving, and primitive camping on Out Island.
Preparing for these major expeditions takes true dedication and foresight, with planning beginning a full year in advance to cover physical conditioning, budgeting, and gear prep. We rely on enthusiastic adult volunteers to step up as chaperones, providing guidance and mentorship, and safeguard our crews along the way. For many of our Scouts, these trips spark a lifelong passion for the trail that leads to earning the Triple Crown or Grand Slam of High Adventure—a huge individual achievement earned by completing treks across multiple national bases during their Scouting journey.
A Legacy of Eagle Scouts
Achieving the rank of Eagle Scout requires years of grit, leadership, and community service. At Troop 637, that path is well-traveled—our troop has proudly awarded the rank of Eagle Scout to young leaders continuously from 1988 to the present. We celebrate each of these accomplishments and use their legacy to inspire every new Scout who joins our ranks.
To honor this milestone, each Eagle Scout’s name is permanently engraved on our custom Eagle Scout Wall of Honor plaque. This physical monument is proudly displayed at every Court of Honor and special troop event to recognize our history and inspire the next generation. We invite you to visit our dedicated Eagle Scouts page to view the complete online roll of honor celebrating every leader who has earned this prestigious rank with Troop 637.
A Historic Milestone: Featured in Scout Life Magazine
A highlight of Troop 637's history is our feature in the December 2002 issue of Scout Life (formerly Boys' Life), including a cover story showcasing our leadership in action. The troop hosted the historic 2002 Klondoree at Camp Hale—the former WWII training base of the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division near Leadville, Colorado. Bringing together over 1,200 Scouts from across the state, the event honored 10th Mountain Division veterans who visited alongside active U.S. Army Special Forces and a living history group featuring authentic gear and a 1945 Studebaker M29C Weasel. Braving extreme conditions—with night temperatures plunging to -26°F—Scouts built and slept in snow quinzees. The unforgettable weekend concluded with a chapel service, a massive 50'x100' American flag presentation, and a flyover by a formation of F-16 jet fighters. 
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Our Linked Sister Troop: Troop 736
We are thrilled to share that our linked sister troop, Troop 736, originally founded in Sedalia, continues its vibrant journey today—offering young women the full, dynamic Scouts BSA experience! Operating under the same new charter organization with St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and unified vision as Troop 637, Troop 736 provides female youth with their own dedicated, youth-led leadership opportunities, outdoor high adventures, and a direct path to the rank of Eagle Scout. By sharing key equipment, specialized resources, and an active adult committee while maintaining their own meetings and activity calendars, our two troops give families with both sons and daughters a connected, high-impact Scouting community right here in Castle Rock. Reach out to Troop 736 directly (Click Here) to learn more about their program and celebrate their very own Eagle Scouts!
This website is intended for informational and promotional purposes only to introduce Troop 637 to prospective families exploring Scouting options across Castle Rock and Douglas County. Once enrolled in the troop, our primary day-to-day communications, calendar, and advancement tracking are handled directly through Scoutbook online or app. You do not need to create an account or log into this website—if you have any questions or can’t find what you need here, simply send us an email and we will be happy to assist!