Click here to listen to Mark Hancock, chief executive officer of Trail Life USA, tell how he helped launch Trail Life USA, which is now 700 troops strong in 49 states.
TRAIL LIFE USA Historical Timeline
2013
Jan-Apr Several national organizations began planning alternatives should the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) vote to change their membership standards.
May BSA voted to change membership standards.
June Initial organizational meeting in Louisville, KY gathered denominations, national organizations, and former scouting leaders to discuss next steps.
Jul-Aug Initial Board of Directors builds the Trail Life USA organization and program infrastructure.
Sep Trail Life USA holds first convention in Nashville, TN.
2014 Nationwide program rollout.
Jan-Apr Several national organizations began planning alternatives should the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) vote to change their membership standards.
May BSA voted to change membership standards.
June Initial organizational meeting in Louisville, KY gathered denominations, national organizations, and former scouting leaders to discuss next steps.
Jul-Aug Initial Board of Directors builds the Trail Life USA organization and program infrastructure.
Sep Trail Life USA holds first convention in Nashville, TN.
2014 Nationwide program rollout.
TRAIL LIFE USA MOTTO: Walk Worthy
From Colossians 1:10, an encouragement to Christian believers to "walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him," Trail Life works to develop young men who will strive to walk through their lives in a manner worthy of their faith.
TRAIL LIFE USA OATH:
"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."
TRAIL LIFE USA MISSION:
To guide generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure.
READY FOR ADVENTURE?
Most guys want exciting outdoor adventure with their friends. We've got that! Trips and travel? That too. Camping? Check. Physical and mental challenge? Yep. And awards? Of course!
For Trailmen at all age levels, activities are designed for adventure, learning, and leadership, all with the Christian emphasis that's important to you.
Our younger guys learn new life skills through community outings and camping. Middle school aged Trailmen grow in their knowledge of outdoor and mountaineering skills and go on monthly excursions together to build character and teamwork.
Older high school aged Trailmen will encounter ambitious and challenging outdoor adventures, travel options, and our exclusive "Freedom Experience."
Trail Life USA also replaced the common summer camp with our new, unique "Summer Adventure" program, a high-octane experience combining fun with all the new skills you learn! So if high adventure with friends, camping, and camaraderie float your boat, then join us today!
For Trailmen at all age levels, activities are designed for adventure, learning, and leadership, all with the Christian emphasis that's important to you.
Our younger guys learn new life skills through community outings and camping. Middle school aged Trailmen grow in their knowledge of outdoor and mountaineering skills and go on monthly excursions together to build character and teamwork.
Older high school aged Trailmen will encounter ambitious and challenging outdoor adventures, travel options, and our exclusive "Freedom Experience."
Trail Life USA also replaced the common summer camp with our new, unique "Summer Adventure" program, a high-octane experience combining fun with all the new skills you learn! So if high adventure with friends, camping, and camaraderie float your boat, then join us today!
What makes Trail Life USA unique among youth programs?
Living the "trail life" is a journey for boys and young men established on timeless values derived from the Bible. Set in the context of outdoor adventure, each young Trailman will be challenged to build character and a lifetime of practical leadership skills.
All boys are welcome irrespective of religion, race, national origin, or socio-economic status. However, all adult leaders must sign a Christian statement of faith. All program elements are taught from a Christian worldview, with God's truth woven into the very fabric of the program.
All boys are welcome irrespective of religion, race, national origin, or socio-economic status. However, all adult leaders must sign a Christian statement of faith. All program elements are taught from a Christian worldview, with God's truth woven into the very fabric of the program.
Trail Life USA Statement of Faith & Values
The following statement of faith and values is signed by ever adult leader in the Trail Life USA program:
"We believe there is One Triune God -- God the Father; Jesus Christ, His one and only Son; and the Holy Spirit -- Creator of the universe and eternally existent. We believe the Holy Scriptures (Old and New Testaments) to be the inspired and authoritative Word of God. We believe each person is created in His image for the purpose of communing with and worshiping God. We believe in the ministry of the Holy Spirit, Who enables us to live godly lives. We believe each of us is called to love the Lord our God with all our heart, mind, soul, and strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. We believe God calls us to lives of purity, service, stewardship, and integrity."
PURITY
God calls us to lives of holiness, being purse of heart, mind, word, and deed. We are to reserve sexual activity for the sanctity of marriage, a lifelong commitment before God between a man and a woman.
SERVICE
God calls us to become responsible members of our community and the world through selfless acts that contribute to the welfare of others.
STEWARDSHIP
God calls us to use our God-given time, talents, and money wisely.
INTEGRITY
God calls us to live moral lives that demonstrate an inward motivation to do what is biblically right regardless of the cost.
"We believe there is One Triune God -- God the Father; Jesus Christ, His one and only Son; and the Holy Spirit -- Creator of the universe and eternally existent. We believe the Holy Scriptures (Old and New Testaments) to be the inspired and authoritative Word of God. We believe each person is created in His image for the purpose of communing with and worshiping God. We believe in the ministry of the Holy Spirit, Who enables us to live godly lives. We believe each of us is called to love the Lord our God with all our heart, mind, soul, and strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. We believe God calls us to lives of purity, service, stewardship, and integrity."
PURITY
God calls us to lives of holiness, being purse of heart, mind, word, and deed. We are to reserve sexual activity for the sanctity of marriage, a lifelong commitment before God between a man and a woman.
SERVICE
God calls us to become responsible members of our community and the world through selfless acts that contribute to the welfare of others.
STEWARDSHIP
God calls us to use our God-given time, talents, and money wisely.
INTEGRITY
God calls us to live moral lives that demonstrate an inward motivation to do what is biblically right regardless of the cost.
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