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Who should I contact if I have questions?

Use the contact or Plan a Visit form on this website. A Troop 4110 leader will follow up by email. We intentionally avoid publishing individual leaders’ personal contact information on the public site.

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Where do we register?

There are two parts to registration: national Trail Life USA membership and local Troop 4110 registration through Grace Baptist Church. The Join Us page provides the current links; if you have trouble, contact a troop leader before submitting payment.

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How do we join Troop 4110?

We recommend visiting a Thursday meeting first. When your family is ready to join, complete the applicable Trail Life USA membership registration and the local Troop 4110 registration through Grace Baptist Church. A troop leader can help you with both steps.

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Do we have to attend Grace Baptist Church?

No. Families do not need to attend Grace Baptist Church to participate in Troop 4110. Troop 4110 is, however, a ministry of GBC and is intentionally Christ-centered.

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Does my son need previous camping or outdoor experience?

No. Boys come to Troop 4110 with different levels of outdoor experience. The program is designed to teach skills progressively, and leaders can help families understand what gear and preparation are actually needed.

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Can my son join in the middle of the year?

Yes. Boys are welcome to join Troop 4110 throughout the year. He can enter at the program level appropriate for his age; he does not need to wait for the beginning of a school or program year.

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What should my son wear for his first visit?

Comfortable, appropriate everyday clothing is fine for a first regular Thursday meeting. There is no need to purchase a Trail Life uniform before visiting unless a leader has given different instructions for a special activity.

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What should we expect at our first meeting?

Come with your son and check in with a troop leader. We will help him connect with the appropriate age group so he can observe and participate while you meet leaders, talk with other parents, and ask questions. You do not need to buy a uniform or special gear before visiting.

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What ages can participate?

Troop 4110 serves boys ages 5–17, generally kindergarten through 12th grade. Boys participate in the program level appropriate for their age: Woodland Trails, Navigators, or Adventurers.

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What is Troop 4110?

Troop 4110 is a Trail Life USA troop serving boys and families in the Santa Clarita Valley and is a ministry of Grace Baptist Church of Santa Clarita. We meet regularly, adventure throughout the year, serve together, and help boys grow in character, leadership, practical skills, and faith.

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What is Trail Life USA?

Trail Life USA is a Church-Based, Christ-Centered, Boy-Focused outdoor adventure and discipleship program for boys ages 5–17. Boys grow through outdoor adventure, practical skills, character development, leadership, service, and relationships with Christian men.

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Can we visit Troop 4110 before joining?

Absolutely. Visiting a meeting is the best way to see whether Troop 4110 is a good fit for your son and…

Absolutely. Visiting a meeting is the best way to see whether Troop 4110 is a good fit for your son and family.

We generally meet Thursday evenings from 6:30–8:00 PM at the Timothy Center at Grace Baptist Church of Santa Clarita. Your son can experience a meeting while you meet our leaders, talk with other parents, and ask questions about the program.

We encourage families to reach out before visiting so our leaders know you're coming and can make time to meet you, but there is no obligation to join after your visit.

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