Boy Scouts of America got its start in 1910. Eight years later, Delano welcomed Troop 273 (formerly 173). For nearly 100 years, hundreds of scouts from Delano and the surrounding communities have worked to better themselves by giving back their community.

In the Fall of 1928, nine young Delano boys started blazing a trail for decades of scouts to follow. Whether it was learning valuable outdoor skills, learning how to be a good citizen, or serving their community;

Delano Scouts continue to serve our city with pride..

During times of war and times of peace, Delano Scouts have stood the test of time and remains a strong and active community organization. Delano Scouts are involved in supporting community events including Old Fashioned Christmas, collecting food for the Delano Food Shelf, 4th of July Celebrations and much more.

The troop meets most Mondays at the Heritage Center