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Riverside Work Day

As announced at last night’s troop meeting, our next and last (I hope) work day at Riverside is…

When: This Sunday, June 1, 2014
Time: 10am until it is done OR it gets too dark
Who: anyone who can spare the time

Transportation: You need to get yourself to camp and meet us at Riverside. (yes u can carpool) The work to be done is to install about 4 more steps + the hand railing + landscaping to control the erosion.
Lunch: Bring your own lunch and water bottle.
Parking: There is a Pack camping at the site, so park in the field just before making the plunge into the woods. (u will see what I mean when u get there)
RSVP: Please email me if you are attending so I can adjust the work schedule and assignments accordingly.

Thanks much

Mr j

Reminder: Philmont Presentation Tonight

For those wanting to know more about Philmont. Please plan on attending troop Philmont_Scout_Ranch_bullmeeting tonight.

We MUST have deposit in very soon…

1) Philmont

TONIGHT, (during the troop meeting) I will be presenting a short video and presentation on Philmont. As you know, we have a slot available for 2015. The detailed information has already been sent home via filers earlier this month — BUT – it is attached again for your reference. We MUST give a deposit very soon in order to keep our slot. Signing up for this adventure must not be taken lightly. Training hikes and a shakedown weekend is required. Commitment to this MUST be given EQUAL priority in the Scout’s life. There is no compromise to the commitment and training required. That said, this is an experience that will never be forgotten. Hiking and doing activities in the Rocky Mountains is an unequalled opportunity. I have been 4 times to Philmont and it is truly “Scouting’s Paradise”. (http://www.philmontscoutranch.org/philmont.aspx

Thanks
Mr j

Troop Update: Philmont / Charcoal

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– next Tuesday, (during the troop meeting) I will be presenting a short video and presentation on Philmont. As you know, we have a slot available for 2015. The detailed information has already been sent home via filers earlier this month — BUT – it is attached again for your reference. We MUST give a deposit very soon in order to keep our slot. Signing up for this adventure must not be taken lightly. Training hikes and a shakedown weekend is required. Commitment to this MUST be given EQUAL priority in the Scout’s life. There is no compromise to the commitment and training required. That said, this is an experience that will never be forgotten. Hiking and doing activities in the Rocky Mountains is an unequalled opportunity. I have been 4 times to Philmont and it is truly “Scouting’s Paradise”.

More Information: http://www.philmontscoutranch.org/philmont.aspx

2) Charcoal…..

Our supply that we have had for the last 2 years is running low. IF anyone wishes to donate some bags, this is the week it is on sale. Just drop off on my front porch (no need to ring the bell) or bring to Tuesday troop meetings.

As you know, we use charcoal for our troop outings. We do not use propane in general for the patrols. It is this type of donation that keeps our costs down and our scouts cooking thru the year.

Thanks

Mr j

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Troop Update: May 12th

Thank you to all of the volunteers at D-A Scout Ranch Riverside campsite work day clean up.yellout

Adult and scout volunteers cleaned up the Riverside campsite on Saturday, May 10th. Volunteers spent the day on Saturday clearing leaves and tree debris from the camp site, placing wood chips on the path and in the fire pit area, trimming trail and road branches, fixing up ax yard and front gate and installing a view platform and stairs to the river.

Thank you for your time and talent for a job well done.

Troop Meeting Tuesday, May 13

  • Troop meeting to prepare for the May 16-18 Campout
  • Also for scouts to work on advancement.

Summer Camp Forms and payments Due

  • Please have your scouts turn in their camp forms in at the Troop meeting.
  • See Flier for forms and payment due dates.
  • You can always turn in forms and payments early.

YIS,
Mr. G

Reminder: Riverside Work day – Canoe Outing

1)  Riverside work day @ D-A Scout Ranch (Saturday, May 10, 7 am meet at Hill School or when you are available)portage

– Attached is perm slip and sign up sheet. NO COST !!!!!

– Sign up at troop meeting.

– This is a one-day event to get the site ready for the season and to do our good turn for the camp.

– This activity also counts for service time.

– Lunch provided – bring equipment as noted on perm slip.

2)  Canoe Outing (Friday, May 16 – Sunday, May 18)

– Canoe outing this year at BSA Camp — Cole Canoe Base (exit 202 I-75 north)

– Attached is info and perm slip.

– Deadline is May 6 to sign up. Return perm slip AND Reservation form + money to sign up

Email questions to Mr J or Mr G.

Thanks

Mr G and Mr. J

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Riverside Work Day / Canoe Outing

Riverside work day is coming on fast.
– Attached is perm slip and sign up sheet. NO COST !!!!!
– Sign up starts tomorrow.
– This is a one-day event to get the site ready for the season and to do our good turn for the camp.
– This activity also counts for service time.
– Lunch provided – bring equipment as noted on perm slip.

Canoe Outing
– Canoe outing this year at BSA Camp — Cole Canoe Base (exit 202 I-75 north)
– Attached is info and perm slip.
– Deadline is May 6 to sign up. Return perm slip AND Reservation form + money to sign up
– Email questions to Mr J or Mr G.

Thanks
Mr j

 

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Troop Update

Upcoming Troop Meetings:

Tuesdays, April 15 and 22nd in preparation for April campout.

7 pm Hill School

Need Volunteers for Saturday, April 19, 9:30 am for Easter egg hunt

Serve as “egg hiders” for the Stoneridge II Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt is on Saturday, April 19 in Cliffside Park.  Setup would be at 9:30 AM, with the hunt taking place at 10:30 AM. As in the past, the scouts would be able to share in the snacks and drinks provided.

Off of Cliffside (west side) between Highbury and Rutgers. Highbury is off of John R between Long Lake and Square lake.

Troop Campout for April

Friday, April 25, 5:45 through Sunday, April 27, noon.

Tent Camping at D-A

Permission slip attached.  Please submit at troop meeting on Tuesday, April 22 along with money.  ($10 to troop for reservation and $10 to patrol for food)

Troop Campout for May, Father/Son canoe trip (or Mother etc)

Friday, May 16  through Sunday, May 18

Tent Camping at Cole Canoe Base (near West Branch Michigan)

Each canoe must have one swimmer per canoe

Scouts who are 9th grade and older and first class and above with swimming merit badge also have the opportunity to go on an overnight canoe trip.

Details to follow

We are looking for an tentative headcount by next week April 22 to reserve canoes

Summer Camp July 12-19, D-A Scout Ranch

Booklets with camp information are available at troop meeting

Camp schedules are due April 29th

Check booklet for rest of due dates.

YIS,

Mr. G.

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February Camp out / Permission Slip

Troop February Campout: Feb 21-23, Covenant Hills cabin out

Permission slip attached. Please bring permission and $ to tomorrow night Troop meeting. All Permission due to me (4255 Greensboro by Tuesday, Feb 18 (no troop meeting next week on this day next week))

If you have snow tubes the troops can use for the campout please let me know

Thanks

Mr. G

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