Trip to GA

Currently we have about 20-25 going on the trip to Georgia. We would like more as it decreases the cost for all. At this time the fee per person is $60.00...as others join us, the cost will be pro-rated or reduced. The Troop is absorbing part of the fee to keep it down at this time.

At the meeting tonight, March 8, we will also talk to the trip and plan meals..so all those going need to be present. We will clean and replenish gear as required, and make fire starters since we are out at this time. Thg uniform is Class "C" or any type of Scout T shirt with the rest of the uniform.

There is no meeting on the 15th due to the Spring Break.

The plan now is to be at the Hut on the 18th of March (Thursday), for those going on the Trip, at 6:30 PM to prepare equipment and load the Frank Tank.

Arrive at the Hut at 8:00 AM on the 19th for traveling to Andersonville, GA, National Prisoner of War Museum. Have lunch on the road, with cost provided by each person. After visiting the Museum, set up at private property for the night east of Columbus. The uniform for the entire trip is Class A ( tan shirt with the rest of the uniform-neckerchief or sash is not required). He should be prepared for any weather.

For those Dads who cannot leave early on this Trip... Mr. Doug Hardy will be coming over late and you can ride with him...please make sure you contact him in advance.

We will have amp breakfast on Saturday morning...depart for the FT. Benning National Infantry Museum and Rifle Simulator Museum ...Lunch at the cafeteria is not cost as it is part of trip fee. Travel to the Thunder in the Sky Air show in Columbus after visiting Airborne and Ranger facilities at Ft Benning. Head back to camp for supper after the Air Show. All the individual fees for camping and other activities are covered by the trip fee (except for lunch on the way to GA and lunch or a snack on the way back.

We will be taking the bus, the Frank Tank, and a follow-on vehicle (if available) ..please let me know if you can drive.

Depart Sunday morning for Birmingham..Lunch at fast food if the Scouts want it and proivided for by the individual. We expect to be back in Birmingham around Noonish.

The Troop Family Plan (this is new owing to the increasing number of brothers in our families): if your family has more than one Scout, the fee for both is the same as everyone else....but if a parent accompanies the Scouts, for a total of three, the family need only pay for two persons. If both parents attend with two scouts, the cost will be for three. This break only applies to our monthly trips, not high adventure. Summer camp fees for leaders are paid for by the Troop. The family plan and troop scholarships are successful only because everyone takes advantage of selling popcorn (the Scout keeps all the profit), Troop Christmas wreaths, and participates in Troop Tree sales to assure a strong Troop budget in tough economic times.

Thanks for encouraging his attendance and for all your support.

" Time passes quickly, and before you know it, its gone.....did he take the opportunity...?"

YiS Dan s.

"Delivering the Promise"