Troop,
We will be meeting on Tuesday, June 16 at the church/barn at 7pm to do part II of the Architecture Merit Badge with Mr. Thesing.
UPCOMING SCHEDULE
16 Jun: Architect Merit Badge part II (church)
21-27 Jun: Camp A Summer Camp
23 Jun: No meeting
30 Jun: Game Night – Water Balloon fight
4 July: Fourth of July Flags: Sign up here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-64167983-flag#/
Hi Troop,
With summer camp just one week away, here are some last minute details.
Adult Leaders
Give a big thanks to the three adults going with our troop as our leaders – Mr. JC Kundert, Mr. Tim Oroszi, and Mr. Matt Tonge.
Departure & Return
On Sunday morning, June 21, we will meet at the barn at 11:00 and aim to leave around 11:30. Please be there on time (or before) so we can get the Troop trailer loaded with troop and Scout gear, cross load and get a vehicle load plan where each Scout is sitting. We would also like to ensure everyone’s phone number is on a roster so contact can be made as necessary throughout the week.
As for a return, we will leave Camp A between 8:00 and 9:00 so we will get to the barn between 9:15 and 10:15am on Saturday, June 27. We will text families when we leave Camp.
Uniforms
We are required to travel to and from BSA Activities in Class A uniform (no sash required). Your Scout will wear his Class A to camp, every morning for flags, every evening for flags, and on the way home on Saturday.
Class Bs are a great choice throughout the week, but feel free to where whatever is comfortable.
Family Night
On Friday night, June 26, Camp A will host a family night. Families are invited to come up to Camp on Friday night to join your scouts in dinner and enjoy the Closing Camp Fire. For this, arrive at 5:30pm on Friday night. Meal tickets for Friday dinner are $10 each or $5 for anyone under 7 years old, and can be purchased at the camp office when you arrive and check-in. All festivities will conclude around 9:30 pm.
If you wish to bring your scout home on Friday night after the campfire, you must check out with the front office and one of our 3 adult leaders. If you are planning on taking your scout home on Friday, please let Mr. Tonge know. He can be reached at 719-964-8296.
Packing List
Below I have a packing list I put together. If there are other items you think you might need that aren’t listed below and aren’t on the prohibited list, feel free to pack them.
My recommendation is to pack in a tuff box/plastic tote or similar with a lid. This makes it easy to keep everything together both during transport and at camp, plus easy to identify and mark with identifications. And, it helps keep critters out of your stuff and any moisture that might find its way into your tent.
Please make sure your Scout packs his own stuff. This helps him know where stuff is.
Optional:
Troop will supply:
Camp A’s Prohibited Items
Hygiene
Please ensure when your Scout packs, he packs deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste. We are going to be very active for the week. Being Clean is one of the points of the Scout law. They will be reminded of this as necessary.
Theme Days
Something really fun at Camp A are the Theme Days. While you might not be able to participate in all of them, bring what you can.
Please reach out to me or any of the three adult leaders if you have any questions.
Liam D.
SPL
Troop, we will be meeting on Wednesday June 10 at Quail lake to complete a service project. We will meet at 5:15 at the park so we can get a headcount. Uniform is Class B and also bring a water bottle and gloves. With this, there will be no meeting Tuesday June 9.
FLAGS this weekend – we still need one more scout, 2 more drivers, and 2 more navigators. Use the sign-up link below.
UPCOMING SCHEDULE
Jun 9: NO MEETING.
10 Jun: Upadowna Service Project at Quail Lake Park (915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd) from 5:30-6:30 pm. Meet at the park.
14 June: Flag Day Flags: Sign up here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-64167983-flag#/
16 Jun: Architect Merit Badge part II (church)
21-27 Jun: Camp A Summer Camp
23 Jun: No meeting
30 Jun: Game Night – Water Balloon fight
The Troop is in need of two more drivers and two more navigators for Flag Day. We also need one more Scout. As stated last month, we will meet at the flag barn and be ready to go begin posting flags at 6 am. If you have the ability to use the troop trailer, you may sign up for that as well. I ask all navigators to use the Helping with Flags app as the primary means for recording our flag posting and pick up. I will provide a printed route as well. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Signup.
YiS,
JC Kundert
The Troop will camp at Crater Lake (Lone Eagle Peak, https://maps.app.goo.gl/kgccNt9G5qnBYW989) in Indian Peaks Wilderness 12-14 June. We can fit up to ten people on the permit.
Register Below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-64437299-1214#
Last call for troop shirts – I will be placing the order early tomorrow morning (June 4).
Both adult and youth sizes available.
Order link: https://www.jotform.com/app/261456406059156
The U.S. Army was officially established on June 14, 1775, by the Second Continental Congress, more than a year before the Declaration of Independence. It was created to provide a professional, trained force to support the colonial militias during the Revolutionary War, particularly in the lead-up to the Battle of Bunker Hill. Each year, the Army celebrates its birthday with ceremonies, parades, and events that honor the service and sacrifices of soldiers past and present. In 2026, the Army will mark its 251st anniversary, highlighting its historical role in the nation’s founding, growth, and defense. Celebrations often include public events, military demonstrations, and opportunities for civilians to interact with soldiers and explore Army history and equipment.
Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the Stars and Stripes on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. The original Flag Resolution specified thirteen stripes and thirteen stars to represent the original colonies. Although first proposed in 1861 and celebrated in various states, it was officially recognized nationally in 1949 when Congress approved the observance and President Harry Truman signed it into law. Flag Day is not a federal holiday, but it is widely observed with ceremonies, flag-raising events, and educational programs emphasizing patriotism and the history of the U.S. flag.
June 14 is unique in American history because it marks both the Army’s birthday and Flag Day, making it one of the most patriotic days in the United States. The Army’s founding predates the adoption of the flag by two years, yet both celebrations are intertwined in honoring the nation’s heritage, military service, and national symbols. Public events often combine recognition of the Army’s contributions with patriotic observances of the flag, reinforcing national pride and historical awareness.
Yours in Scouting,
Mr. JC Kundert
Troop 287 Flag Program Coordinator
Troop, we will be meeting at the church/barn at 7:00 to prepare for summer camp at Camp A. We will also go over some admin items as well as going over some proper camping techniques.
Reminder, deadline to order troop shirts/hoodies is Tuesday night, June 2. Order here: https://www.jotform.com/app/261456406059156
Upcoming schedule:
10 Jun: Upadowna Service Project at Quail Lake Park (915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd) from 5:30-6:30 pm. Meet at the park.
14 June: Flag Day Flags: Sign up here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-64167983-flag#/
16 Jun: Architect Merit Badge part II (church)
21-27 Jun: Camp A Summer Camp
23 Jun: No meeting
30 Jun: Game Night – Water Balloon fight
Hi all – I’ve been informed that there are some scouts in need of hoodies/t-shirts. Use the link below to order your shirt. Once submitted, money for the order will be taken from your scout account, if available. As always, payments can be made via cash, check made out to Boy Scout Troop 287, or via Zelle to Treasurer Betsy Douglass betsydouglass.bsa@gmail.com.
Both adult and youth sizes available.
Prices noted in the form are for a minimum Troop order of 12 items. If we have less than 12 items as a troop, individual prices might be more expensive. (If we have less than 12 items, I will reach out to those that ordered to confirm adjusted prices).
June 2 is the deadline for this current order, so that we can make sure scouts going to Summer Camp have what they need.
Order link: https://www.jotform.com/app/261456406059156
Troop, we will be meeting at 7:00 pm at the northeast corner of Acacia Park downtown (corner of Platte and Nevada). Please be on time, we will begin our walk at 7:15 pm. We will walk around downtown looking at the architecture of various buildings for the architecture merit badge. We will cover questions #1 and #2 of the workbook. Although not necessary, please print out the workbook to make it easier for your scout to work. Your scout will be assigned question #4 for homework and then we will finish up the merit badge on 16 Jun where we will cover questions #3 and #5 with a real architect! Wear class B uniform and bring a water bottle. Adults will be needed to help corral the scouts as we walk around.
Upcoming schedule:
2 Jun: Summer camp prep
10 Jun: Upadowna Service Project at Quail Lake Park (915 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd) from 5:30-6:30 pm. Meet at the park.
16 Jun: Architect Merit Badge part II
21-27 Jun: Camp A Summer Camp
23 Jun: No meeting
30 Jun: Game Night – Water Balloon fight
Mr. Turner
Tonight, we’ll meet at 7pm and either play dodgeball or head inside for games and rank advancement if the weather remains lousy.
As you know, Troop 287 derives significant funds from our flag planting partnership around major holidays. Sign up for your weekend for the rest of the year.
On each flag day, flag teams will gather twice. At 6am, everyone will meet at the barn to put flags out. Then, at 7pm, everyone will meet at the barn to take flags in. If you sign up for a day, you sign up for both the morning and evening.
Scouts will wear their Class A uniform for this.
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-64167983-flag#/
For those with military ties (Active Duty, Reserve, or National Guard), a great discount being offered by Scouting America starting June 1, 2026.
A few notes for some upcoming events:
If you are still interested in the Great Sand Dunes campout, make sure to register on the sign up genius posted by Mr. Griffiths by the end of Thursday night (tonight). If you are planning on going: bring a camp chair so you can relax in the Medano river; bring a towel in case you go swimming and bring any snacks you want (remember not to eat inside your tent). I recommend renting a sand sled early on Saturday morning and then returning it Sunday morning (around $20 for one day and well worth it).
A reminder that the computer system at the church is off limits to scouts unless an adult is with them. The computer is only to be used for Court of Honor presentations and the occasional scout presentation. All setting must be returned to their original settings and games are never to be played on the computer. We need to be respectful of the church’s rules or we risk losing the privilege of using the computer for presentations.
**Northern Tier** Everyone that expressed interest in attending next June/July 2027 – please fill out the agreement emailed out by Betsy Douglass and return to her by Friday, 15 May along with your initial payment. The first payment to Northern Tier is due in June so please submit your payments.
Game Night for 19 May will be dodgeball! Make sure to show up and we’ll have a blast! Remember, if you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball!
Mr. Turner
If you checked out Scout Camp Cards from Mr. Kundert, the cards and/or the money are due back to him at the next meeting, Tuesday, May 19.
If you are returning cards, they must be in good condition without the ‘side’ coupons torn off.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Kundert.
Troop, we will meet at the church at 7:00 pm and will start with Order of the Arrow elections. Order representatives will brief the troop on the Order of the Arrow details and election processes before we vote. Scouts will vote for members they feel are worthy of the Order’s values. Eligible members are Liam, Madden, Charles, Kurt, Ashton, and Rudra. Make sure you wear your Class A uniform and Order sash if you have one. After the election we will plan meals and prep for the Great Sand Dunes campout – make sure you sign up, if you want to go, so we have enough food and drivers. There should also be some time for rank requirements and/or merit badges.
Upcoming schedule:
15-17 May: Great Sand Dunes campout
19 May: Game Night (Dodgeball)
25 May: Memorial Day Flags
26 May: Architect Merit Badge (we will meet at a downtown location)
Week of 2 Jun: Upadowna service project
9 Jun: Architect Merit Badge (Part II)
16 Jun: Summer Camp prep
21-27 Jun: Summer Camp (Camp A)
23 Jun: No Meeting
30 Jun: Game Night (Water balloon fights)
Mr. Turner
Troop, I was recently looking through Scoutbook and the awards section – there are a lot of awards, some of which I believe some of you may have already qualified for. One of those is the Conservation Good Turn Award. The Upadowna litter removal the Troop completed on Sept 15, 2025 qualifies you for this award. Please text me if you attended that service project. If you didn’t attend, don’t worry we have another Upadowna service project scheduled for the week of 2 June.
Mr. Turner
Troop 287 will be camping at the Great Sand Dunes from 15-17 May. Sign up as a Scout, adult camper, or driver either way. Thanks!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-63973054-sand
Troop, we will meet at the barn at 7:00 pm and then walk over to the park for some dodgeball – a little snow could make for some slippery fun. Dress warm!
Upcoming schedule:
12 May: Meal/campout planning; rank advancement
15-17 May: Great Sand Dunes campout
19 May: Game night – skyzone
26 May: Architect MB part 1
2 Jun: Upadowna service project
Mr. Turner
Court of Honor is tomorrow! Our Eagle Scouts will be grilling hot dogs! If you haven’t had a chance to sign up to bring a side or dessert please do now.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Date and Time: Tuesday, 4/28 @ 7:00pm – dinner first and then a quick ceremony.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-63371520-hotdog
