Russell Mattson at Treasure Valley for summer camp (2003).
Russell S. Mattson was most recently a Committee Member in Troop 54 from 2005 to 2011. Prior to that, he was an Assistant Scoutmaster, beginning in March 1998. During that time, he led the Troop on several trips.
His son, Christopher M. Mattson, was a youth member of Troop 54, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in February 2004.
In addition to volunteering with Troop 54, Mr. Mattson also led at least one district camporee and volunteered at the National Jamborees in 2001, 2005 and 2010. He served on the National Youth Leader Training (NYLT) staff at Treasure Valley for many years.
Mr. Mattson was awarded a number of Scouting awards, including:
After leaving Troop 54, he continued his involvement in NYLT. Mr. Mattson retired to Venice, Florida.
Russell Mattson died on October 11, 2025 (obituary).
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