Tuesday, January 31, 2023

January

 Hi Troop 136!


It sounds like the Klondike this past weekend was great.  I saw some pictures on the Band app.  I hope everyone had fun.  I think a few stayed overnight on Saturday, but have not heard if that happened.

High Adventure:
Use the signup genius to sign up for Sea Base or Philmont in 2024. You can sign up for one or both.  The one that has the most interest, we will be going to in 2024.  Sign up by February 14th.

Next events:
February 5th Scout Sunday
We will need to be at the church at 9:30.  This will last until about 11:30.   Since this is our meeting place, we need to show appreciation for the space.  We are allowed to meet at this location because of the generosity of the church.  Plan to spend some time on Sunday morning as a way to thank them for allowing us to use the space for our meetings. Sign up by Friday, February 3rd.

February 5th PLC Meeting:
Meet at the church at 3 pm.  This is the last meeting for training.  We will meet at 4:30 until the next PLC is elected.

February 24-26 Campout at Marengo Caves:
Permission Form is due February 14th. Sign up by February 14th. 

NYLT:
The registration opened up and we have three Scouts registered now.  If you are First Class and above and want to participate, please let me know.

MapleFest Campout March  3-5:
We have participated in this service project for several years. I will call to reserve a cabin that weekend. Sign up by February 21st.

March 31-April 2 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame visit and camp at Camp Manatoc:
We will travel to Camp Manatoc on March 31 and visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Saturday. It was a fun event the last time we visited. Looking for another great time.
We will stay in a cabin at Camp Manatoc. Sign up by March 7th.
Here is some additional information provided to me by Camp Manatoc:


Please review your reservation details and keep for your records.

Unit Leaders: Please insure you and your leaders / parents understand the leadership and accommodation requirements according to the current Guide to Safe Scouting.

The excerpt below can be found in its entirety online, at: https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/gss/gss01/

Lodging/Cabin Accommodations

Whenever possible, separate cabins or lodging should be provided for male and female adults as well as for male and female youth. Where separate accommodations cannot be provided due to group size or limited availability, modifications may be made. Where completely separate accommodations are not available, additional supervision is required.

  • If adults and youth of the same gender occupy single-room accommodations, there must be a minimum of two adults and four youth, with all adults being Youth Protection trained.
  • Physical separation by other means, including temporary barriers or space, should be used only when no other arrangements are possible.
  • These modifications are limited to single-gender accommodations.

This will apply to cabins at all of our properties such as: Legion Lodge (MSR) and Walker (Camp Stambaugh).

This does allow male leaders to be in the same room as male youth as long as the above accommodations are met. This would NOT apply for Male leaders and Female youth or vice versa.

Additional Guidelines Specifically for Cub Scout Unit-Coordinated Camping

  • Cub Scout camping is limited to their council’s designated locations with appropriate facilities.
  • Cub Scout camping is a family-centric program.
  • Cub Scout youth may tent with a parent or guardian as outlined in Scouting’s Barriers to Abuse.
  • Cub Scout youth should attend the camping event with their parent(s)/ guardian(s).
    • Lions and Tigers must have their adult partner present to take part.
    • For all other ranks: only in exceptional circumstances, a Cub Scout whose parent or legal guardian cannot attend a unit overnight camping trip may participate under the supervision of another registered adult member of the BSA, a parent of a Cub Scout who is also attending. The unit leader and a parent or legal guardian must agree to the arrangement, and all Youth Protection policies apply. At no time may another adult accept responsibility for more than one additional “non family member” youth.
    • Webelos and Arrow of Light Den Camping: Each Scout should attend with their parent(s) or guardian(s). A Webelos or Arrow of Light Scout whose parent or legal guardian cannot attend a den overnight camping trip may participate under the supervision of at least two registered leaders. The leaders and a parent or legal guardian must agree to the arrangement, and all Youth Protection policies apply.



Summer Camp Camp Ransburg: June 25 - July 1:
Use the signup genius for summer camp.  Sign up by March 28th.
Summer Camp Camp Falling Rock: July 9 - July 15:
Use the signup genius for summer camp.  Sign up by March 28th.
We are back in Pine Grove A again this year!  Here is the link about summer camp next year:

Upcoming dates:
January 31 - Troop Meeting
February 5 - Scout Sunday 9:30 - 11:30. Sign up by Friday, February 3!
February 5 - PLC Meeting at 3:00
February 7 - Troop Meeting
February 24-26 - Marengo Cave Campout
February 28 - Troop Meeting
March 3-5 - MapleFest @ Camp Lazarus
March 5 - PLC Meeting at 4:30
March 14 - Troop Meeting
March 21 - No Troop Meeting
March 28 - Troop Meeting Summer camp money due!
March 31-4/2 Camp Manatoc and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Campout

Summer Camp:
Sign up for Camp Ransburg June 25-July 1
Sign up for Camp Falling Rock July 9-15

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

January

Hi Troop 136!


Happy New Year!

Tuesday, January 10:
Court of Honor will be held for all Scouts and parents. See you tonight!

January Campout January 28-29:
Attached is information about the January campout.  Unfortunately, I will not be able to go to this event.  I will need other adults to attend.  Please use the signup genius to sign up for this event.  You must sign up by January 10th.  We need to register and get a camping spot on Saturday night. $30 for the campout. ($15 registration and $15 for food).

February campout at Marengo Caves:
This will be a fun event.  You will camp in the cabins on Friday and Saturday night.  You will also be able to go through wet and dry parts of the caves.  You will get to go through the Masher.  It will be a fun event you don't wanna miss. The total cost is $90.  You must sign up by January 10th:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D49ACA62FA1FE3-marengo

NYLT:
The registration opened up and we have three Scouts registered now.  If you are First Class and above and want to participate, please let me know.

Summer Camp Camp Ransburg: June 25 - July 1:
Use the signup genius for summer camp.  Sign up now.
Summer Camp Camp Falling Rock: July 9 - July 15:
Use the signup genius for summer camp.  Sign up now.
We are back in Pine Grove A again this year!  Here is the link about summer camp next year:

Upcoming dates:
January 3 - Troop Meeting
January 8 - 3:00 PLC Meeting at First Presbyterian
January 10 - Court of Honor, Required parent meeting
January 17 - Troop Meeting
January 24 - Troop Meeting
January 28-29 - Winter District Camporee Signup here by January 10th!
January 31 - Troop Meeting
February 7 - Troop Meeting
February 14 - Troop Meeting
February 21 - Troop Meeting
February 24-26 - Marengo Caves campout Sign up here by January 10th!
February 28 - Troop Meeting
March 7 - Troop Meeting
March 14 - Troop Meeting
March 21 - No Troop Meeting
March 28 - Troop Meeting Summer camp money due!
Sign up for Camp Ransburg June 
Sign up for Camp Falling Rock July 9-15


Tuesday, January 3, 2023

January

 Hi Troop 136!

Happy New Year!

As we begin to start the new year, you might want to think about your goals for Scouting this year.  What do you want to do with your merit badges?  What ranks do you want to earn?  As you can see below, I set goals for myself.  I encourage you to do the same.

Tuesday, January 3:
We will begin discussing the music merit badge during the instruction this month.

Tuesday, January 10:
Court of Honor will be held for all Scouts and parents.  We need a Scout to be the emcee for the event.  Let me know if you are interested.  This is a requirement for the Communications Merit Badge.  There will be pictures offered by Mr. Baughman again this year.  This is a great way to document their time in Scouting.  He always does a great job!

Tuesday, January 10th Required Parent Meeting:
There will be a required meeting after the Court of Honor for all parents.  The pictures of the Scouts will be done during the parent meeting.

January Campout January 28-29:
Attached is information about the January campout.  Unfortunately, I will not be able to go to this event.  I will need other adults to attend.  Please use the signup genius to sign up for this event.  You must sign up before January 10th.  We need to register and get a camping spot on Saturday night. $30 for the campout. ($15 registration and $15 for food).

February campout at Marengo Caves:
This will be a fun event.  You will camp in the cabins on Friday and Saturday night.  You will also be able to go through wet and dry parts of the caves.  You will get to go through the Masher.  It will be a fun event you don't wanna miss.

NYLT:
The registration opened up and we have three Scouts registered now.  If you are First Class and above and want to participate, please let me know.

Summer Camp Camp Ransburg: June 25 - July 1:
Use the signup genius for summer camp.  Sign up now.
Summer Camp Camp Falling Rock: July 9 - July 15:
Use the signup genius for summer camp.  Sign up now.
We are back in Pine Grove A again this year!  Here is the link about summer camp next year:

Upcoming dates:
January 3 - Troop Meeting
January 8 - 3:00 PLC Meeting at First Presbyterian
January 10 - Court of Honor, Required parent meeting
January 17 - Troop Meeting
January 24 - Troop Meeting
January 28-29 - Winter District Camporee Signup here by January 10th!
January 31 - Troop Meeting
February 7 - Troop Meeting
February 14 - Troop Meeting
February 21 - Troop Meeting
February 24-26 - Marengo Caves campout Sign up here by January 10th!
February 28 - Troop Meeting
March 7 - Troop Meeting
March 14 - Troop Meeting
March 21 - No Troop Meeting
March 28 - Troop Meeting Summer camp money due!
Sign up for Camp Ransburg June 
Sign up for Camp Falling Rock July 9-15