Troop News

We have never taken as large a group to Bucks Pocket State Park for rappelling...Thanks to all the leaders who were present to assure it's success under great weather conditions and great adventure.

Thanks to Mr.Simon, there are pictures on the Troop Web Site.

All those who were on the this weekend should be at the Hut Monday evening, at 6:30 PM, to take down and store the gear we used and are drying out. Uniform is not required. There will be patrol Leaders conference (uniform not required) starting at 7:00 PM once the gear is stored, for planning May, followed by a Committee Meeting (uniform not required) beginning at 8:00 PM for usual Troop business discussion..New parents and leaders are invited and encouraged to attend.

Regarding summer camp..leaders are welcome to join us at summer camp June 12-18, for the entire week or parts of it (first or second half or both). If you will be a resident, the uniform is required and you will be assisting with our advancement program for the Eagles and Crocs. It is not necessary to attend if your schedule is tight, and instead visit with the Scout (w/the family) on Wednesday night (family night) by bringing him a favorite meal and touring the camp with him. If you intend to attend as a resident, please advise Mr. Simon of the number and what day you will attend. The fee for the week will be $70.00 to subsidize camp meals @ $10.00 per day).

Thanks to Mr. William Kok, the Troop merit badge list and merit badge counselor list is being revised and accuratized in the next few days on the Troop web site. If you see your name on the list, and many of you will, please plan on attending a merit badge counselor 11/2 hour certification course during the next year, if you have not already, to meet BSA requirements and until then, assist the Scouts who seek your counsel to complete the badge.. If you are uncomfortable/unfamiliar with the badge, please refer to the requirements on meritbadge.com or just refer the Scout to another leader or the Scoutmaster. As you know, merit badges are significant part of the core program, and it success is a direct reflection of the Troop's part in assuring the promise for the boys is kept..Thanks in advance for your assistance.

YiS Dan s "Delivering the Promise"