K–5th
The Fox, Hawk & Mountain Lion
Our youngest trailmen begin with discovery, imagination, and their first taste of the outdoors alongside their dads.
Christ-Centered · Boy-Focused · Outdoor
Raising boys into godly men.
Outdoor adventure and character development for boys from kindergarten through young adult — a ministry of The North Church in Mounds View.
When
Thursdays · 6:30–8:00 pm
Where
The North Church · Mounds View
Who
Boys · Kindergarten–12th
Our MissionMore about us
Christ-Centered. Boy-Focused.
Trail Life USA is a church-based, Christ-centered, boy-focused mentoring and discipleship journey that speaks to the heart of a boy. Established on timeless values derived from the Bible and set in the context of outdoor adventure.
From kindergarten through 12th grade, boys are engaged by male mentors who challenge them to grow in character, understand their purpose, serve their community, and develop the practical leadership to carry out the mission for which they were created.
Let Boys Be Boys
A uniquely masculine program where adventure is celebrated, not sequestered.
In the outdoors the experience of adults is never obsolete. Boys find mentors, fathers and sons connect, and boys find real opportunity for significant accomplishment.
Camping & Hiking
Tents, trails, and nights under the stars that build grit and brotherhood.
Riflery & Archery
Marksmanship taught with discipline, safety, and steady focus.
Canoeing & Fishing
On the water, learning to read a river and trust a crew.
Navigation & Survival
Map, compass, fire, and the confidence to find the way.
Character & Leadership
Hands-on responsibility that shapes boys into trustworthy young men.
Faith & Service
Rooted in Scripture and lived out in service to the community.
The Journey
One troop, every age, one trail forward.
6th–8th
Finding the Way
Boys take on greater challenge and responsibility — building skills, leading patrols, and growing in faith.
9th–12th
Leading the Trail
Young men pursue the Freedom Award, mentor younger boys, and step into real leadership.
If we fail this generation, it won't be because we over-challenged them. It will be because we under-challenged them.Mark Hancock · CEO, Trail Life USA
Getting Started
Joining is simple. Just show up.
Come visit
Drop in any Thursday at 6:30pm. Come early to meet the leaders — no commitment, no cost to look.
Meet the troop
See a meeting in action, ask questions, and let your son feel what the brotherhood is about.
Sign up
Register, grab a uniform, and start the adventure. We'll walk you through every step.
Ready to learn more & join?
Come any Thursday night at 6:30.
We meet at The North Church from 6:30–8:00 pm. Come early to meet the leaders and see what Trail Life is all about.
The North Church
5151 Program Ave · Mounds View, MN 55112