BSA Troop 405 Powder Springs

Thank you to Cullen and Slade for always stepping up and being a strong foundation of troop leadership. We love you!

CULLEN RUFFNER
Cullen serves as our advancement chair and brings both experience and dedication to this critical role.

As an Eagle Scout himself, Cullen is deeply invested in helping scouts understand advancement requirements and move forward with confidence. He provides constant coaching, patiently answers merit badge questions, and actively supports scouts as they work toward their goals. His guidance helps keep advancement on track while encouraging personal responsibility and growth.

Cullen is someone we can always rely on to keep scouts focused and engaged, and he readily assists with leadership tasks beyond his formal role. His commitment to the troop, combined with his thoughtful mentorship and steady presence, has made a lasting difference in our scouting community.

JAMES SLADE
Slade, as one of our assistant scoutmasters, is a steady, reliable presence in our troop.

Slade consistently shows up for troop meetings, campouts, and parent and committee meetings, always ready to help wherever he is needed. His dedication is especially evident on campouts—no matter the weather, he is there supporting the scouts, modeling resilience, and keeping spirits high. He has a natural ability to teach proper conduct and decorum while remaining approachable, and he does an excellent job keeping scouts on task and focused.

The troop leadership can always rely on Slade to step in, support youth leadership, and help move things forward. His commitment, consistency, and quiet leadership make a meaningful impact on both the scouts and the adult leadership team. He is truly deserving of this recognition.

Congratulations, Cullen and James!

And thank you to our Pack volunteers! Tyler, Jess, Ben and Natalie! Your service is inmensurable!

JESSICA WOOD
Jessica joined pack 405 less than a year ago and quickly stepped up to lead our webelos den with enthusiasm and dedication.

Jessica creates a fun, welcoming environment while helping scouts grow in confidence and teamwork. Her positive attitude and commitment have quickly made her an important part of the pack 405 leadership team.

NATALIE ALBIN
Natalie joined pack 405 this year as a parent of two scouts and has immediately jumped in to support our pack in every way she can. While not a registered leader, she has been instrumental in planning and executing events, giving her all to make each one special.

From helping with décor to creating awards that celebrate our scouts’ accomplishments, Natalie consistently adds her personal touch and energy. Always willing to lend a hand and dedicate her time wherever needed, she has become an invaluable part of pack 405.

TYLER NAJJAR
As Assistant Cubmaster, Tyler consistently brings a positive attitude and a willingness to support scouts in any way needed. He attends every event with enthusiasm that is truly infectious and helps create a fun, welcoming environment for scouts and families alike.

Tyler is always happy to step in, assist leaders, and encourage scouts, making him a dependable and valued presence in our pack. His energy, dedication, and genuine commitment to the scouting program make him very deserving of this recognition.

BEN TURNER
Ben has been an active leader in our pack for the past two years, serving as an excellent den leader for our webelos and arrow of light scouts. His organization, reliability, and dedication were instrumental in delivering an engaging program and preparing scouts for their transition to scouts bsa.

Ben consistently went above and beyond to support the pack, always willing to help where needed and ensuring meetings and activities were well-planned and engaging. He has since continued his service with troop 405, carrying forward the same high standard of leadership. Ben’s commitment and positive impact make him very deserving of this recognition.

Congratulations, Jessica, Natalie, Ben, and Tyler!

Thank you Slade and Cullen for all you do for us!!

CULLEN RUFFNER
Cullen serves as our advancement chair and brings both experience and dedication to this critical role.

As an Eagle Scout himself, Cullen is deeply invested in helping scouts understand advancement requirements and move forward with confidence. He provides constant coaching, patiently answers merit badge questions, and actively supports scouts as they work toward their goals. His guidance helps keep advancement on track while encouraging personal responsibility and growth.

Cullen is someone we can always rely on to keep scouts focused and engaged, and he readily assists with leadership tasks beyond his formal role. His commitment to the troop, combined with his thoughtful mentorship and steady presence, has made a lasting difference in our scouting community.

JAMES SLADE
Slade, as one of our assistant scoutmasters, is a steady, reliable presence in our troop.

Slade consistently shows up for troop meetings, campouts, and parent and committee meetings, always ready to help wherever he is needed. His dedication is especially evident on campouts—no matter the weather, he is there supporting the scouts, modeling resilience, and keeping spirits high. He has a natural ability to teach proper conduct and decorum while remaining approachable, and he does an excellent job keeping scouts on task and focused.

The troop leadership can always rely on Slade to step in, support youth leadership, and help move things forward. His commitment, consistency, and quiet leadership make a meaningful impact on both the scouts and the adult leadership team. He is truly deserving of this recognition.

Congratulations, Cullen and James!

A big thank you to BSA Troop 405 Powder Springs out of McEachern Memorial UMC for leading the Pledge of Allegiance during tonight's City Council meeting!

Thank you Cobb County Sheriff's Office for coming out to talk to our scouts! They learned a lot and had a great time!

🥫 Troop & Pack 405 Community Food Drive 🥫
Troop 405 and Pack 405 are partnering to support the McEachern Memorial UMCChurch Food Pantry — and we need your help!

With the ongoing government shutdown and potential pause in SNAP (food stamp) benefits, local food banks are expecting increased demand. Earlier funding cuts to school lunches and food assistance programs have already made it harder for many families to get by.

💛 Now through December, our Scouts will be collecting nonperishable food and toiletry donations to help our neighbors in need — especially seniors and families with young children — as we enter the holiday season.

📦 Collection Items Include:
• Canned goods (fruit, vegetables, soup, beans, tuna, SPAM/ham)
• Boxed mac & cheese, cereal, rice, ramen, spaghetti, peanut butter & jelly
• Juice, crackers, and individually packaged kids’ snacks
• Toiletries such as soap, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, diapers, and paper towels

🙌 How to Donate:
Drop off donations with your local Scout, or message us directly to arrange a pickup. You can also drop off donations to our Scout Hut located at 2224 Old Villa Rica Rd on Thursdays at 6:30pm.

Prefer to give financially? You can also contribute via this link: https://troop-405-food-drive.cheddarup.com — 100% of funds go directly toward purchasing shelf-stable food and hygiene items.

Every can, box, or dollar helps a local family this season. Thank you for joining Troop & Pack 405 in serving our community! ❤️

🌟 Troop 405G Volunteer Trip to Project Chimps in November! 🌟

Troop 405G is gearing up for an exciting adventure to Project Chimps this November, where we'll lend a hand in enriching the lives of over 100 chimpanzees rescued from medical testing sites. 🦧

📅 What's Happening?
Our troop will be camping during November as we dedicate our time to supporting this amazing sanctuary. We are excited to get involved hands-on and make a difference!

🗓 Donation Details
 We are accepting donations until November 13.
 Drop off your items at the Scout Hut, 2224 Old Villa Rica Rd, Powder Springs, GA, on Thursdays at 6:30 PM.

🛠️ Needed Items:
Want to contribute? See if you have any of these items laying around (see images posted below):
 Paintbrushes
 Sensory enrichment toys
 Rugged kid toys (preferably from brands like Melissa and Doug or Green)
 Paper towel tubes
 Wet/dry vac
 Industrial brooms
 And many more!

For a full list of items or more details, check out: Project Chimps. https://projectchimps.org/

Every little bit helps us create better lives for these wonderful chimps, and our troop appreciates your support and generosity!

💪 Let’s make a positive impact together!

For more information, feel free to contact us. Thank you for supporting our troop and this fantastic cause!

❤️ Troop 405G

What a wonderful Water Weekend! Our units camped at Woodruff and kayaked and tubed on the Toccoa in Blue Ridge!

What a wonderful weekend of Merit Badges!

Do you have an elementary aged child interested in Scouting? Join Cub Scout Pack 405 at the Back to the Pack event to find out more!!

Cub Scouts is open to girls and boys in grades K-5. At Pack 405, we have around 80 Scouts and their families enjoying exciting activities and earning badges together! Our adventures include camping, Pinewood Derby cars, community service, STEM projects, and hiking.

Event: Popcicles in the Park
Date: Thursday, August 28th
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Lost Mountain Park Pavilion, 4845 Dallas Hwy

Come meet other families, enjoy some fun, and get your questions answered—no obligations!

Den Meetings: Thursdays at 6:30 PM (1-3 times a month)
Pack Meetings: Once a month
Sign-Up Fee: Only $30 for a trial membership!

For questions, visit www.Pack405.com ↗ (http://www.Pack405.com) or email [email protected] ↗ (mailto:[email protected]).