Thank you for your interest in Scouting America Cub Scout Pack 1589, Scouts BSA Troop 1589, and Venturing Crew 1589.
Links to our various programs are below.
Build confidence, learn leadership skills, and create lifelong memories.
1589 is a family-friendly Scouting community based in Madison Heights, Michigan. We offer inclusive Scouting experiences for boys and girls ages 5–20 through our Cub Scout Pack, Boys and Girls Troops, and also a Co-ed Venturing Crew.
Why families love Scouting:
- Builds leadership, confidence, and responsibility.
- Scouting fits into busy lives.
- Outdoor adventures, STEM, life skills, and community service.
- Lifelong friendships for both kids and parents.
- Safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Cub Scout Pack 1589
Boys & Girls
Kdg – 5th Grade
Fun hands-on activities, crafts, nature, and outdoor adventures. Parents stay involved, kids learn by doing.
In Cub Scouts, kids get to explore the world around them through fun hands-on activities, outdoor adventures, and learning new skills.
For more information on Cub Scout Pack 1589 – call or text Paul Timmins at 248-379-7826 or paul@timmins.net
Scouts BSA Troop
1589B Boys 11-17
Leadership, outdoor skills, camping, hiking, personal growth, and advancement. Youth-led.
Scouts BSA offers middle-school and high-school aged boys and girls real-world experiences that go far beyond the classroom.
For more information on Troop 1589B – call Daniel Gunther 586-817-0564 or 1589scoutmaster@gmail.com
Scouts BSA Troop
1589G Girls 11-17
Empowering young women through adventure, leadership & service.
Our all-girls troop offers the full Scouts BSA experience to help young women grow in confidence, independence, and leadership.
For more information on Troop 1589G – call Julie Geggie – 248-227-6908 or juliegeggiebsa@gmail.com
Venturing Crew 1589
Boys & Girls
ages 14-20
High adventure, leadership, service, and outdoor experiences for teens and young adults.
Venturing is a place where young adults challenge themselves, take on leadership roles, and create unforgettable memories with friends who share a love for adventure.
For more information on Venturing Crew 1589 – call Daniel Gunther 586-817-0564 or mhcrew1589@gmail.com
Founded in 1961 and proudly chartered by Edmonson Elementary PTO (Peek) under the Michigan Crossroads Council, Troop 1589 has a long-standing mission of building leadership, fostering a love for the outdoors, and serving our community.
Troop 1589 welcomes all eligible youth and adult leaders, regardless of gender, race, ethnic background, sexual orientation, or gender identification, who are willing to accept Scouting’s values. We believe that all youth deserve a safe space meant solely for them to grow and succeed.
We currently have scouts in our troop from: Madison Heights, Royal Oak, Troy, Warren, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Chesterfield, Fraser, and more! It also doesn’t matter what school you go to or what religious affiliation you are.