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BSA Troop 42 was formed in San Mateo in 1958, and met regularly at the Peninsula Temple Beth El in San Mateo until 2014 when the Troop moved to St. Bart's Catholic Church in San Mateo. The linked Girls Troop 4042 was founded in 2020.
 The Troop was founded on the basic principles of the Boy Scouts of America with emphasis placed on:

  • Development of outdoor and scout craft skills
  • Character development
  • Mental and physical fitness
  • Patriotism and citizenship training
  • Community service
  • Provide and Encourage Advancement
  • Scout led - Adult supervised
  • Patrol Based
  • Scout and family cooperative effort and involvement for a planned and enjoyable program

Space available for Philmont!

Posted on Dec 16 2025 - 10:06pm

https://www.troop42sm.org/node/7383 - Please sign up if interested!

T42 will be going on a High Adventure, 7-Day trek to Philmont Scout Ranch in August 2026!

2026 National Jamboree Spots now open!

Posted on Dec 12 2025 - 12:20pm

Every four years, the Pacific Skyline Council puts together Jamboree contingents. In 2026, we will have up to 54 scouts and 6 adults. 

New spots JUST OPENED! 

SERVICE: ST Bart's Christmas Cleanup

Posted on Dec 12 2025 - 12:16pm

Hello Scouts and parents!

we need your help Friday Dec 19th to clean the pews and the cathedral prior to Christmas!

Many hands make light work! Please sign up!

Backpacking in December!

Posted on Oct 29 2025 - 8:36pm

Scouts! Get ready for some pre- xmas adventure in the nearby hills for a quick backpack outing!

Great warmup to Philmont and those interested in the backpacking merit badge should attend too!

2026 Troop Ski Trip

Posted on Oct 18 2025 - 7:11pm

Reminder: Sign up for the ski trip over MLK weekend.  We need to know how many people are interested so we can make the reservation.

The sign-up is here.

Families that are interested in staying at the same location, Clair Tappaan Lodge, can sign up here

Troop Newsletter updated!

Posted on Oct 15 2024 - 9:41pm

Our Troop historian has updated our online newsletter:

http://www.troop42sm.info/troop-42-newsletter/

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