I was approached yesterday by the Program Director for GNYC. He asked me if we would be interested in doing some service in Central Park. I said “Sure”. With that being said, now we need your help.

Their projects vary somewhat, but its raking, moving/cleaning branches, some mulching, etc.  They are looking for 10-12 people or so.

Scouts must be in Class A uniform as it will also be a photo opportunity & our troop pic will go on the GNYC website

Date: Tuesday September 30th

Time: 4p – 6P

Location: I will get more specifics on the exact location

I understand the time can be a bit problematic, and that will affect our turnout. Please email Mike and let him know if you &/or your son can participate.

Thanks.

For those who just crossed form Cubs to Boy Scouts in June you do not need to worry about the scout book. It will be provided to you from the troop.

Tonight is our first meeting of the Scout Year.

ALL Scouts MUST bring their book, I repeat ALL scouts MUST bring their book.

Any youth that take a leadership position (those required for advancement to Star, Life, Eagle) will be REQUIRED to stay for the TLC meeting, after the regular meeting. Anyone else who wishes to attend may do so as well.

Any questions please direct to Mike,

The troop needs someone who could install a new door frame, and shave down the current door, & install a new lock. This will be for the door to our storage area. The troop will cover the cost of the supplies. We just need someone who could do the work.

Our time frame is ASAP.

Thanks in advance.

Let Mike know if you can help.

In line with Scouting’s new focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math), we are looking for new Merit Badge Counselors who have experience in the following fields:

We will be incorporating these activities into our program, and we REALLY need your help.

If you have a skill in one of the above areas PLEASE let Mike know. This is not a huge time commitment and will help expand our program at Troop 106 along with supporting the district.

Thanks.

Here are a few cool opportunities for our scouts:

1) I’m a member of the LaGuardia Airport Kiwanis Club, and they are seeking our assistance at their annual Kids Day event.  They need Boy Scouts to assist in serving hot dogs to everyone for the day.  There are roughly 1000-4000 people that attend this event each year, so the club is looking for a good 50-75 Scouts.  They would need to show up at 10:00am on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at the Marine Air Terminal of LaGuardia Airport.  They’ll be provided with gloves and everything else needed to provide service.  The uniform isn’t required, but it would be good for them to wear it for the sake of exposure.

2) We have 10 spots available, ONLY can hold them through this weekend.

BOY SCOUT STEM DAY at Fort Hamilton

This event will feature hands-on learning,

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Workshops

led by Scout Volunteers, Industry Professionals, and  Educators.

  $15 – Youth, $5 – Adults

3) 2014 NYC Marathon Volunteering – Support Mike who will be running w/ GNYC team.

November 2nd 2014, Sunday – 7:00 AM – 2:30/3:00pm at Mile 14.
Vernon Boulevard and 46th. Avenue in Long Island City Queens
Deadline- September 1 to September 30, 2014 (If you register AFTER Sep 30 you WILL NOT be allowed on the race path)
Volunteer Registration is Now Open for anybody, Boys Scouts, families and friends.

Register now to volunteer for the 2014 TCS New York City Marathon: http://www.tcsnycmarathon.org/volunteers-for-2014

Please let Mike know if you are interested in any of these opportunities.

For some reason a calendar entry showed up for the movies for tonight.

Just wanted to let everyone know there is NO activity planned.

Next Friday will be our First meeting of the new scout year.

This year we are going to require that ALL Youth in a leadership position (qualify for advancement for Star, Life & Eagle) are fully trained in their positions.

This means they will have to complete a Troop JLT (Junior Leader Training) &  District JLT. Attendance is NOT optional. If the course’s are not completed the scout will relinquish their leadership position.

The Troop JLT will be before 3 meetings at Trinity (Sep 19, Sep 26, Oct 3) & District JLT is Oct 14 & Nov 11 at 730p (4037 61st St, Woodside, NY 11377)

These training are open to all, not just those who are leaders.

In order to effectively run a growing troop having trained leaders is essential.

Any questions direct to Mike

A lot of you have called and asked about the start of the new scout year. So here are some important dates to add to your calendar:

September 5 – First Scout Meeting – Back to Full Uniform – All scouts MUST bring their book

September 26 – Parents Meeting (All asked to attend) followed by a Court of Honor to recognize our scouts success this summer

October 3 – First Committee Meeting

October 10 – 13 – First Camping Trip, Location TBA.

Just to clarify, we will still have regular meetings on the weeks in between these dates. We just wanted to make sure you added these IMPORTANT dates to your calendar.

Have a great rest of the summer, and I will see you all soon.