Information Submission to "create" Troop Emails, Calendar dates, and online Registration Forms.
Please use this form to provide the necessary information to execute your request for; sending out an email to the troop, submitting a calendar date, or to have a registration form created for you.
T318 - Linked Girl Troop Information Request
Please use this form to request information on the linked Girls Troop.
T318 - Signup to be a Merit Badge Counselor
Please consider volunteering to be a Merit Badge Counselor.

The Troop counts on volunteers to have a successful program.
T318 - 2026 Ransburg Registration - Crossover Scouts
This form is to register for 2026 Ransburg Summer Camp which is from Sunday, June 28 to Saturday, July 4.

This Registration is for new (crossover) scouts only.

Summer camp is located in Bloomington, IN and gives the scouts the opportunity to earn merit badges and to advance in rank. A week at summer camp is one of the best investments you can make in the development of the scouts.

Fill out sign up form one per Family.
T318 - 2026 Ransburg Campership
Camperships provide life-changing camping experiences for Scouts who, because of financial challenges, may not otherwise be able to attend Ransburg Summer Camp. Troop 318 is making sure every Scout has the chance to go to camp, changing their lives through recreation, friendship, and experiences which will cultivate skills and values needed for success in the future.

Scouts who face financial challenges may be able to apply to Troop 318's Campership Program. This is due to the generosity of the of Scout Bucks program. Scout Bucks can only be used for scouting needs and revert back to the troop once a scout leaves the program. The Troop Committee decided that these funds should be available for those that have a need and desire to attend Camp Ransburg.

To be eligible, the following guidelines must be met by the youth applicant:

Registered within Orland Troop 318 and in good standing prior to completing an application.

Plan to attend Summer Camp at Camp Ransburg.

Applying for campership aid must be done online via the Orland Troop Website by April 30th to allow time for review and allocations. If approved, the campership amount will be applied to the cost of Camp Ransburg. Funds will be credited to the appropriate camp balance on or before May 7th to give adequate time for notification by email of parents. It is critical that correct parent email addresses are given on the application, as this is the primary method of notification, or for any questions from the committee. The campership is to a specific individual and is not transferable to other youth.

Camperships are awarded based on need. The allocation process, and information used in it, is confidential and will not be shared outside of the campership allocations committee.

A Scout is Thrifty: A Scout works to pay his or her own way and help others. Camperships will not exceed 50% of the Early Bird rate.
T318 - 2026 Ransburg Registration - Deposit Due 2/06/26
This form is to register for 2026 Ransburg Summer Camp which is from Sunday, June 28 to Saturday, July 4.

Summer camp is located in Bloomington, IN and gives the scouts the opportunity to earn merit badges and to advance in rank. A week at summer camp is one of the best investments you can make in the development of the scouts.

There is a $50 deposit for Scouts due by 2/6/2026.

Fill out sign up form one per Family.
T318 - 2026 Ransburg Activity Schedules and Signup - Due 4/1/26
Review the Merit Badge Schedule and turn in your Merit Badge class selections to Mr. Sandoval by end of day April 1, 2026.

This applies only to scouts that have been to Ransburg before. Scouts that have not been to Ransburg before will have a predetermined schedule.
T318 - Trinity Miller Eagle Scout Project - April 25, 2026
Hello Troop 318,
My name is Trinity Miller and I will be working on my Eagle project which will be making fleece blankets for Project Linus. Project Linus is an organization that provides blankets to hospitals and other social service organizations to give to children who need comfort.
I will be having a blanket making day on April 25th at the Oak Forest Park District, 15601 Central avenue Oak Forest. I will be having two sessions on April 25th one from 9:00 a.m. to noon and the second from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. Any help that can be given would be much appreciated.
Please sign up on the troop website.

April 25th, 2026
9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm
Oak Forest Park District
15601 Central avenue, Oak Forest

Trinity Miller
T318 - 5 Mile Conditioning and Ice Cream Bike Ride - Tue April 21st
5 Mile Conditioning and ice cream fun ride Tue April 21st at 5:30PM, meet at Breidert Green Park in Frankfort.

Bring your helmet, water bottle, and some ice cream money where we will bike to The Creamery!

More info to follow for those interested in earning their Cycling Merit Badge!

Starting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LTF7UFWxE7Tt34DS8
T318B - May 1-3 Campout - Betz - Signup Deadline April 21, 2026 (for the discount)
This form is to register for the May Campout at the Betz May Fellowship. Deadline for signup is April 21.
Fill out sign up form one per Family.
T318 - Volunteer Opportunity - Village of Orland Park Tree Planting - Saturday, May 2, 2026
New Service Opportunity! Conservation! Helping the Community!

Troop 318 has the chance to partner with the Village of Orland Park Forestry and Natural Resource departments planting approximately 25-30 new trees at Centennial Park.

A diverse tree canopy provides enormous benefits for Orland Park, everything from cleaning the air to habitats for wildlife to beauty and relaxation, and we can help build a legacy of these benefits long after our scouting days are over. Every time you go to the pool, you'll be able to check in on the trees and point out to your friends that you helped plant those!

The first service opportunity is the initial planting day. The Village of Orland Park will pre-dig the holes, so our help is required to place the trees, backfill the dirt, apply the Gator Bags (water bags), and do the initial watering. Every two weeks the patrols will be assigned watering duty of the new saplings on a rotating basis through the summer. Details on bi-weekly waterings will be announced later.

Saturday, May 2, 2026
7:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Centennial Park across from the Aquatic Center
West Ave, Orland Park
Sign-up below

Please bring gloves, safety glasses, and drinking water. Shovels and rakes will be provided.
Bring your school form OR your Scout Book if you would like credit for the service hours.

Questions? Contact Mrs Finatri at OPTroop318G@gmail.com
T318 - Ransburg CPR Class - May 5 or May 6, 2026
What: CPR Class
Who: Troop 318 Scouts that are attending Ransburg Summer Camp
When:
Tuesday, May 5th 7:00-8:30 pm
or
Wednesday, May 6th 7:00-8:30 pm
Where:
Franklin Loebe Center (14650 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462)
Deadline: Thursday, May 1st
Class size limited to 20 per session. So, 1st come, 1st served
T318 - Religious Emblem Sign up for Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII - Starts April 2026
Religious emblem sign up for Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII.

Deadline for signup is April 15, 2026.

Fill out sign up form one per Family.
T318 - District Camporee - April 24-26, 2026, Goodenow Grove - Map and Compass - April 13 Deadline
This form is to register for the District Camporee , which is April 24-26, 2026. Deadline for signup is April 13th.
Fill out sign up form one per Family.
T318 - Chicago White Sox - Scout Night at the Ballpark! 5/9/26
Chicago White Sox Scout Night - Saturday May 9th vs the Seattle Mariners.

Arrive at park by 5:30 to participate in the pre-game parade, exclusive scout night patch, get a Troop shoutout on the jumbotron.

Sign-up deadline is May 3.
Price is $30.
Metra tickets are additional ($7 for Weekend Pass)
T318 - 5/10 Mile Hike-Orland Grasslands - Saturday, May 30, 2026
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The sign-up is posted on the T318 homepage.
THIS IS FOR ALL SCOUTS and parents.

We also need older Scouts to help teach and to lead the group. Contact one of the hiking coordinators if you are interested.

WHERE: Orland Grassland, 167th and LaGrange Road, meet in the parking lot (on 167th street look for the split rail fence on the south side of the street and sign marking the lot entrance)
WHEN: Saturday, May 30th

If you are working on the Second Class rank advance or you are helping with teaching and signing off, please be there NO LATER THAN 10:00am.
If you are there for the hiking merit badge or to condition for summer camp, please be there NO LATER THAN 10:30am.
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NOTE: The Hiking Merit Badge has been updated an no longer requires hikes to be completed in order, nor does it require a 5-mile hike. This hike is a good way to prepare for the required 10-mile hikes however.

Updated requirements: Take four 10-mile hikes and one 20-mile hike, each on a different day, and each of continuous miles

Preparation for the 5-Mile Hike
It is VERY important that everyone be on time for the hike. You MUST Sign-Up on-line BY THURSDAY, April 6th. We have a number of items that must be covered before we begin (including backpack inspection), so please be on time.

If you want to be signed off for a rank advancement requirement, you need to have your handbook. Be Prepared.
You will need to demonstrate your newly learned map and compass skills while on the hike. You don't get signed off just for showing up.
Be aware of your surroundings. You may be asked where we are on the map at any time!

A copy of the map is on the T318 Hiking page. Please print a copy of the map before the hike on Saturday. You are responsible for bringing your own map and taking care of it.

What You Need
A GOOD ATTITUDE! Activity Uniform (Class B shirt). A Daypack with WATER, an orienteering COMPASS, a FIRST AID KIT, your SCOUT HANDBOOK, RAINGEAR and appropriate clothing. You may also want to bring a SNACK/LUNCH. Proper fitting hiking boots (broken in) and hiking socks. Gym shoes are not recommended (unless your hiking boots are not broken in). We plan to hike on the 5-mile loop bike trail and the interior of the grassland. Dress appropriately for the weather.

Check emails the night before to see if the hike is cancelled.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the T318 Hiking Page for additional details on what you need, should consider having, and need to know here: http://my.llfiles.com/00096605/HIKING_What-You-Need-to-Know.pdf

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at the emails below.

Fill out the sign up form per Family.
T318 - Muskegon State Park (Luge, Zip line, etc.) - June 5-7, 2026, Signup deadline May 15, 2026
This form is to register for the June Camp Out at Muskegon State Park in Muskegon, MI, which is June 5-7, 2026. Deadline for signup is May 3, 2024.
Fill out sign up form one per Family.
T318 - Volunteer Opportunity at Cub Scout Day Camp - June 6, 2026
Troop 318,

The best Cub Scout Day Camp in the council is back! On June 6th, a one-day Cub Scout Day Camp will be held at Christ Lutheran Church in Orland Park. This is right in our own backyard! Deb Jennings has returned as the Director for this camp and is looking for volunteers. Scouts and Adults are invited to sign up to volunteer by filling out this form. This is a great way to help out our local Packs and help grow our troop! And it is FUN!
T318 - Volunteer Opportunities at Camp Betz Family Camp - Summer 2026
Do you know of any scouts or adults that want to be on staff. We are looking for YOUTH 14+ and ADULT 18+ Volunteers to Staff Family Camp!!

Family Camp Dates

• Session I – June 26-28
• Session II – July 10-12
• Session III – July 17-19
• Session IV – July 24-26
• Session V - July 31-August 2
• Session VI - August 7-9

Pack 372 will be attending Family Camp during Session V

You can register for STAFF here:
Family Camp at Camp Betz - Staff Registration 2026

Waterfront, Archery, BB Gun Range Rats, Dining Hall, Handicraft, Singers, Group Guides, Firebuilders, Color Guard, Memory Maker....

These are just some jobs for our staff to put on an outstanding program.

What are the benefits?
Staff T-shirt and patch
Earn Community Service Hours
Cabin Accommodations with A/C
Fine Dining
Camp Staff Experience

...and being a positive motivation to young scouts.

Please e-mail us with any questions!!
PTAC.Betz.FamilyCamp@gmail.com
T318 - Class B Shirts & Hoodies
This form is to the Troop 318 Wear i.e. Class B Shirts and Hoodies.

Please fill out one order per family.
T318 - STEALTH - Baseball Caps
Troop 318,

We have new Troop 318 Limited Edition "Stealth" Baseball hats available!

The hats are $20 each, and will be available at most Troop meetings.
T318 - Troop Nameplate Badges
The Troop provides nameplate badges to all registered members. If you have registered with the Troop in the last two years and have not received your nameplate badge, please fill out the form below. New this year, we are able to offer a magnetic version of the nameplate for a $2 upgrade.

If you need a replacement nameplate badge, they can be ordered for $7 (pin) or $9 (magnetic).

Please fill out the form by May 23rd, as we will be placing an order in early June.
T318 - Meeting Suggestions
Please use this form to provide feedback and suggestions for our Troop meetings.
All comments/feedback/questions are welcome.
T318 - Website Feedback
Please use this form to provide feedback and suggestions about our troop website. All comments/feedback/questions are welcome.