01AGES 5–10
Woodlands Trail
Hands-on learning, outdoor discovery, and early faith formation in a high-energy environment built for younger boys.
Fox • Hawk • Mountain Lion
Trail Life USA • Union County, NC
Adventure with purpose.
Helping boys from Indian Trail, Matthews, and nearby communities grow into courageous young men who lead with character, serve with conviction, and walk worthy of their calling.
WE MEETThursdays6:30 PM
OUR HOMEIndian Trail, NCThe Church at Indian Trail
WHO IT’S FORBoys 5–17With their families
READY TO EXPLORE?Plan your first visit01 Why Trail Life?
More than a program.
A path to manhood.
Boys need challenge, purpose, and godly men willing to walk beside them.
Trail Life USA Troop NC-2819 is a Christ-centered, boy-focused outdoor discipleship program where boys build skills, deepen friendships, discover leadership, and grow in faith through real adventure.
Based in Indian Trail, our troop is convenient for families in Matthews, Stallings, Wesley Chapel, Monroe, Weddington, Mint Hill, and communities throughout Union County and southeast Charlotte.
AdventureTry hard things
CharacterChoose what is right
LeadershipServe and guide others
FaithWalk worthy
02 A place for every boy
One troop.
Three trails.
Age-based programs meet boys where they are and keep calling them forward.
02AGES 11–13
Navigators
Growing independence, practical outdoor skills, and character as boys learn to lead themselves and serve their patrol.
Skills • Character • Teamwork
03AGES 14–17
Adventurers
Challenging experiences and meaningful leadership that prepare young men to make an impact at home, church, and in their communities.
Leadership • Service • Legacy
03 The experience
Something to look
forward to every month.
At least one troop trip each month is open to boys across every program level.
Camping, hiking, service projects, skill challenges, and special events give every Trailman a chance to put faith and character into action alongside trusted adult mentors.
12+Open troop events
each year
each year
3Age-based
program levels
program levels
04 Come see us
Your first visit
starts here.
No pressure and no special gear needed. Our Indian Trail meeting location is convenient to Matthews and families throughout Union County. Come meet the leaders, see the program in action, and discover where your son fits on the trail.
WHENThursdays at 6:30 PMDuring the regular program year
WHEREThe Church at Indian TrailStudent Center
732 Indian Trail Fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
732 Indian Trail Fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
Trail Life NC-2819 is a family-partnership program. A parent or registered adult participates alongside each Trailman.
Connect with our troop READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
Connect with Troop NC-2819
Tell us a little about your family, and a troop leader will follow up with you.
05 Good to know
Questions from
new families.
Does my son need outdoor experience?+
Not at all. Boys learn step by step alongside their patrol and trained adult leaders. Curiosity and a willingness to try are the best starting gear.
Can we visit before registering?+
Yes. We encourage families to visit a Thursday meeting, meet the troop, and see how the program works before making a decision.
Do parents stay during meetings?+
Yes. Trail Life NC-2819 is not a drop-off program. Family partnership is central to the experience, and a parent or registered adult participates alongside the Trailman.
Where does Trail Life Troop NC-2819 meet?+
We meet Thursdays at 6:30 PM in the Student Center at The Church at Indian Trail, 732 Indian Trail Fairview Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079.