Troop Windbreaker

Posted on November 23, 2013 by [email protected]

Last night we voted on the design for the Windbreaker. Brendan S. has both the winning design & 2nd place design, so he wins a Windbreaker. Congrats Brendan. This is the second year in a row he has won the contest.

Here is the winning design:

In the case that this is too Graphically intense for the printer we are going to use the second place choice which was:

Here is what the what the Windbreakers look like:

The pricing is as follows:

Small – XL – $35

2XL – $40

Unfortunately 2X is the largest size we can get.

Payment is due by December 13th. We will ONLY be ordering ONCE, so if you want a Troop Windbreaker please get us the money & sizing.

Anthony will be the point person on this. Text is usually the best way to get him.

Wreaths

Posted on November 23, 2013 by [email protected]

Last night I only received 5 pre-orders of wreaths (2 were from committee members).

Every scout’s family is RESPONSIBLE for buying/selling at least 3 & each scout is responsible for 1 selling shift.

This is our main fundraiser & with the growing size of the troop we need everyone’s help.

We will make the wreaths on December 6th. Parents are welcome to join us. If you didn’t pre-order please bring your money that night.

I would really prefer to not have to bill people, or chase you around for your order. Thank you in advance.

Blue Mountain Update

Posted on November 16, 2013 by [email protected]

***Had to repost as an email didn’t go out on this***

One of our favorite trips is quickly approaching.

We extended the trip an extra day this year. (Jan 17-20)

Considering the growing size of the troop we need to put some rules for attending in place, as there is a max the cabin can hold.

We are taking reservations on a first-come, first-serve basis. We will also have a waiting list for those who are not “guaranteed” a spot on the trip.

Scouts, Assistant Scoutmasters, Select Committee Members & the Scoutmaster are all guaranteed a spot.

The guarantee of a spot (for those just stated) expires on December 13th. At that point if we do not have 35 paid attendees, we will open it up to the waiting list. Once we have 35 paid the trip is officially closed.

If someone who previously was “guaranteed” a spot does not pay by December 13th and when the waiting list opens all the spots get filled, then unfortunately that individual will not be able to join us for the whole weekend.

We will allow people to come up for the day (Saturday or Sunday or both), but can not accommodate them sleeping there & you MUST let the scoutmaster know if you are coming in advance (by Jan 3)

Cost:

$40 – weekend

$20/day – if you come up for the day

We will need a lot of parents to help with transport, and we will talk about that more as the trip gets closer.

Any questions, see Mike.

Flea Market Success

Posted on November 16, 2013 by [email protected]

I am happy to announce that this year we raised more money at the flea market than any time previously. In total we raised $615.

Each scout got credit for the time they spent setting up (on Thursday) & at the flea market today.

Below is the amounts each scout will get into their account:

Ryan H – $40

Matt S – $40

Ray S – $20

Sal T – $40

Harry M – $32

Alexander D – $15

Kevin P – $40

Steven L – $40

Brendan S- $8

Jose C – $20

John S – $20

Steven A – $40

Phillip S – $8

Aiden V-R – $8

Tristan S – $40

Brenden P – $32

Matt B – $32

Thomas B – $32

Paul C – $32

Ryan T – $12

Matt M – $32

Carlos R – $32

FLEA MARKET – SATURDAY

Posted on November 13, 2013 by [email protected]

As previously posted the Flea Market is this Saturday. We will need a minimum of 6 scouts per shift in Class A uniforms please; We have a lot of Scouts this year so to be fair and prevent everybody showing up at the same time we are splitting it up into two time slots, you have the choice of:

8 AM-12 noon
12 noon – 4PM

We’ll be getting set up, selling raffle tickets and a few other things. Please shoot an email to [email protected] when you know what time you can make it. Thanks guys and see you Thursday.

Eric

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” ― Mahatma Gandhi

Amish Country Trip Update

Posted on November 7, 2013 by [email protected]

We will be meeting at the church at 6p SHARP!

Due to the weather expected (cold, not freezing) we are NOT going to require uniforms (neither class A or B).

Please make sure you bring a refillable water bottle & 1 bookbag per patrol (to hold bagged lunches in). Adults bring a coffee mug for the mornings.

We will be staying in cabins so all you need to pack is a sleeping bag and weather appropriate clothing.

Scouts are NOT permitted to bring cell phones or electronics. Cameras are ok.

In the case a parent needs to get in contact with their child reach out to Mike or one of the adults on the trip.

Here is a copy of the Itinerary (drivers please bring a copy)

Amish Country Trip Itinerary

Amish Country Trip

Posted on October 25, 2013 by [email protected]

I personally apologize for taking so long to get you this information.

We are going to have a great time in Lancaster & the surrounding areas.

On the docket are: Amish Farm Tour & living experience, Wolf Sanctuary visit, Chocolate Factory Museum, Hand Made Pretzel Factory Tour, Toy Train Museum, & much much more.

The trip is going to cost $100/person.

The troop is picking up the cost of lodging, but we are approximating food costs at $45/person, due to the fact that the cabins we are staying in have no form of refrigeration, and $55/person in admission fees. In the case we come in under budget all scouts will get a refund to their account.

To save a spot please let us know tonight if you are planning on going & money is due by next week. In the case that you need a bit more time please contact Mike.

We will also need a significant parent presence as I expect a lot of scouts wanting to go. We will be staying in cabins with no showers for those who are not used to camping (a portable outdoor shower may be available).