Scouts,

To complete our Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge we have to tour a federal facility.  Mrs Carr set up a tour of the United States Post Office for us to meet that requirement.

We will tour of General Mail Facility located at 3655 E. Fountain Blvd. on Friday, March 30, 10 AM.

Please sign up here by Monday, March 26th to attend

The Point of Contact for this tour is  Julie Carr at 303-882-7326 or rjdcarr@aol.com

Please sign up at the following link: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F054BACA929A4FC1-post

Folks,

I apologize for the late notice, but our game night this week will be on Wednesday at “The Summit” at 7pm. The scouts decided on Laser tag at last weeks meeting. It’s Wednesday because they have Half off the price.  Normally it’s $6.49 a game and a game lasts about 15 min but on Wednesday it’s $3.30 a game. Scouts can play as many or as little as they want.  I will be there from 7-830pm.

Please arrive a couple minutes before 7 and we can get everyone in!

The Summit at Interquest is located at 1180 Interquest Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO.  Please wear the green class B shirts if you have one and if not just wear whatever is more comfortable for playing Laser Tag. No class A uniforms 🙂

Because our meeting will be Wednesday there will NOT be a meeting on Tuesday.  No sign up genius for this one.  Just arrive and have fun!!

Thanks

Sean

Folks,

We have one adult leader that cannot go to the Free-o-ree so we have a paid position open if someone else would like to fill it. We still have two adults going so the campout is a go, but just wanted to pass on the opportunity.

Please call or text me directly if this sounds good to you.  719-648-6798

Thanks

Sean

Scouts,

We are going to meet this Friday at the Church at 5pm for the Free-O-Ree

Please wear your class A shirts and come fully packed. Scouts make sure you bring a meal for Friday night dinner such as a Subway sandwich or similar.

Friday the 16th:

5pm: Meet at Church

530pm: Depart Church for USAFA

Saturday the 17th:

Freez-O-Ree Activities

Sunday the 18th:

9am: Depart AFA

930am: Arrive at Church for Parent Pickup

*Below is the link to the Free-O-Ree Information Packet. Please look it over with your scout. It has an updated Packing List on there as well.

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Please remember to bring a permission slip if you haven’t turned one in already.

Sean

Scouts,

Next Tuesday’s meeting will focus on Preparations for the Freez-O-Ree. This is a great campout for all ages to include the new scouts.  I will register the troop on Monday night so please sign up on Sign Up Genius as soon as possible: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f054baca929a4fc1-freezoree1

During the meeting, we will come up with a meal plan, prep-troop gear, tweak the sled (already Made), and do an inventory of our personal gear.

*ALL scouts going on the campout please bring your gear with everyone you have on the packing list just as if you would for the campout. We are going to talk a little how to pack properly for a campout.  Here is the packing list:

• Class A Shirt
• Backpack (or Duffle Bag) with Waterproof Bag (Could be a lawn/leaf garbage bag)
• Sleeping Bag – 30 degrees (or have a bivy sack to put over it to make it warm to 30 Degrees)
• Sleeping Pad (The foam ones are the best for cold weather or at least one with a high insulation factor)
• Mess Kit with eating utensils
• Two Liters of Water (One should be a Nalgene Bottle)
• Ligher/Matches
• Sunglasses
• Clothes to match the weather (Down Jacket, Fleece, Base Layer, Insulation Layer)
• Beanie Cap (Warm)
• Warm Gloves
• Wool Socks and one or two extra pairs
• Head Lamp
• Head Lamp with spare batteries
• Gators (Good Idea to have these. Some Snow Pants have these built in)
• Hand Sanitizer (For for starting fires too)
• Tiinder (Dryer Lint works awesome)
• Some money to get lunch/snack/warm drink on the way back
• Toilet Paper
• Chapstick or equivalent
• A list of rank advancements you need to accomplish!!!
• Toothbrush
• Wetwipes
• Positive Attitude
• Permission slip 

Troop gear:

• Tent
• Water Purification Pump
• Compasses
• Food to be purchased
• Troop Box with cooking supplies
• Sled
• Troop Flag
• American Flag

Good afternoon everyone!

Three comments on the Citizenship in the Nation Eagle required merit badge for the scouts.

1) Requirement 2 has the scouts doing 2 of 4 items (a – d). Item c. requires the scout to tour a federal facility and explain what they saw and learned. Mrs. Julie Carr (Jacob’s mom) has scheduled a tour of the General Mail Facility here in the Springs. Please contact her at 303-882-7326 or rjdcarr@aol.com if your scout is interested in attending. She will need to know by March 26th in order to get your scout on the list.

2) The scouts went home with homework for four requirements. Please remind your scout about finishing the homework.

3) We are going to set some time aside at the troop meeting on April 3rd to review the last discussion requirement (#7) and I would also like to have the scouts bring their homework for my review. If a scout has all four of the homework requirements for that night and participates in the discussion, they would finish the merit badge that night!!

Thank you,
Danny R.

Reminder for Svout Sunday tomorrow at 10:00 AM. Set clocks up 1 hour tonight
Tom Sharp

Scouts,

Here is a short notice opportunity for some community service hours for rank advancement.

Chipeta Elementary is having a book reading event tonight from 545-715pm.  The theme is camping and they are asking for Scouts to help in reading and working in the craft room.  They already have some girl scouts helping and they would like some Boy Scout presence. Please make sure you are in Class A uniform with neckerchief.

The point of contact is Andrea Baker with the PTA there.  When you arrive please look for her to check in. The PTA office is to the left as you walk in the school main entrance.

I am in an UpaDowna board meeting from 6-7pm so I cannot make it. If an adult leader can make it please let me know ASAP.  We could have a sign up sheet for those interested in Boy Scouts if we want too.

Chipeta Elementary is located at 2340 Ramsgate Terrace, Colorado Springs, CO 80919.

Please sign up as soon as you can so I can let them know if we are attending!!

Sign Up Here!! www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F054BACA929A4FC1-chipeta  Then please text or email me that you are going so I can let the PTA know ASAP!!

Sean

719-648-6798

seanmwarner@gmail.com

Scouts,

Here is an opportunity to make some money for your scout account. We are going to post ourselves in Front of Bass Pro Shop on April 14th from 3-9pm to sell the camp cards. There is a coupon for Bass Pro Shop on the camp card to it’s an easy sell. We will divide the time into hourly shifts. You may sign up for more than one shift if you’d like.

Base Pro is located at :13012 Bass Pro Dr Colorado Springs, CO 80921

Please sign up at Sign Up Genius here:

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F054BACA929A4FC1-camp

No glamping allowed — Here’s what does and doesn’t count

***Patrol/Troop Specific Equipment***

IMPORTANT:  Troops will need to bring a sled fabricated prior to the event by the Scouts, in line with this Klondike style event. Troops will be required to have a minimum of one sled, and can have as many as one per Patrol (up to 3). The sled should have the ability to be pushed and pulled across snow or dirt because Scouts will be required to bring their sled to each event station. The weight of the sled should be considered due to certain station challenges the Scouts may encounter. Sleds should also be capable of hauling necessary equipment for event stations (as identified below in the event station descriptions). Troops that do not bring a sled will risk losing points at initial check-in and sled-specific events.

***Saturday Activities***

IMPORTANT:  Each Troop/Patrol will be responsible for going to as many stations as possible, in no particular order. Each station will award points that will contribute to an overall score, and the top three Troops/Patrols will be recognized at the awards campfire. There are ten stations that are subject to change but currently planned to include:

1. Station 1 – accuracy and safety with axes, saws and knives (equip: N/A)
2. Station 2 – reaction course (equip: N/A)
3. Station 3 – sled race (equip: troop sled)
4. Station 4 – fire safety and fire building (equip: matches and fire building materials)
5. Station 5– wilderness survival skills (equip: shelter building supplies)
6. Station 6 – lashing skills (equip: 50 feet of 550 cord)
7. Station 7 – first aid skills (equip: first aid kit and splinting materials)
8. Station 8– orienteering skills (equip: compass)
9. Station 9– knowledge of Scout skills (equip: Boy Scout Handbook)

***Bonus Station: showcase of different Academy clubs and teams throughout the day

Each of the nine stations will be competitive, and Troops should prepare by reviewing axe/knife safety, fire safety, wilderness survival, first aid, orienteering and pioneering. Please ensure you bring the required supplies for each station.

Youth participation – $20

Adult Participation – $20

Please sign up at www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F054BACA929A4FC1-freezoree1

Scouts,

Scout Sunday is March 1th at the church at 10:00 am. The Church that graciously lets us use their facilities greatly needs attendance from the Troop for being our charter organization. We also need adults to assist in serving cake and an need an older scout to read scripture.

The service is at 10:30. Tome Sharp will do a short training for scouts tonight to let us know what to expect when ushering, greeting, and reading.

Please sign up on Sign Up Genius Here:

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F054BACA929A4FC1-scout1

Thanks,

Tom Sharp

Charter Org Rep

Scouts,

Tonight’s meeting will focus on Continuing the Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge.  I believe Mr. Reeves (MB Counselor) gave all those that are working on it some stuff to do from the first class. Please make sure you arrive with your worksheet and those items completed.

For the new scouts that are not working on Citizenship in the Nation, let’s get started on some Scout-First Class Achievements:

Sean

Hey Folks,

We had a great Campout this Month by snowshoeing 3 miles up the Crags then camping at Sentinel Point Trail in Florissant. Here are some Review thoughts about the trip:

• We learned some cold weather camping lessons.  Keep Nalgenes in your sleeping bags to prevent freezing.
• Dress properly while hiking in the cold. Don’t over dress while moving because you will sweat and get really cold when you stop.
• Pack your own bags.  Please let the scouts pack their own backpacks. They should know what is in their pack. Parents can help by inspecting AFTER scouts attempt to pack on their own first. Parents, please do not pack for your scouts.  Please do not OVERPACK!  Their packs can get heavy quickly on the trail at altitude.  Way too much clothes can become a hinderance just as fast as not enough clothes.
• Good job on the scouts that had a list of rank advancements needed to be accomplished. We were able to knock some of those out.
• Ingnacio did a great job teaching the Fireman’s Chit and also did great leading the troop on this hike/campout.
• Snowshoes can be a little tricky to walk in but the practice was good!

Here is the link to the photos. If you have any to add please send them too me!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/tgRY5wpQdSKpqnnU2

Sean

Campers,

Just a few reminders for the campout on Saturday.

• Please bring a signed permission slip. Its on the website to the right
• Please make sure you have a 0 degree bag or have liners or a bivy sac that converts it to 0 degrees. REI sells these and so do most outdoor retailers in town.
• Please bring a breakfast for the ride up on Saturday (Or eat before hand)
• Also, please bring on pre-made meal that you can heat up using only hot water. The Scouts planned for Everyone to bring one Mountain Man (Dehydrated Meal) type meal that you can get at any sports store. There are other brands too….
• Also, for money saving options for those that need to buy some gear, I recommend checking out Gearonimo and Mountain Equipment Recyclers. I was there yesterday and they have tons of used (but great) jackets, pants, and some new items too.
• I was in Costco today and I saw these boots for sale for about $15 so I thought it might be a good boot for scouts that are still looking for a pair. They say they are waterproof and insulated hiking boots.

Scout Sunday is March 11 at the church at 10:00 am. I need great attendance from scouts to thank the church for being our charter organization. I also need adults to assist serving cake. I need an older scout to read scripture.
The service is at 10:30. I will do a short training for scouts next meeting to know what to expect when ushering, greeting, and reading.
Tom Sharp

Howdy,

Here is the packing list for this weekend’s campout:

Right now I am tracking 7 Scouts signed up and 3 adults.  I am also tracking that out of all of those, only 2 scouts and 1 adult need me to get them snowshoes.

Gear:

• Snowshoes and Trekking Poles ( I have those for those that requested them on the Website)
• Backpack with Waterproof Bag (Could be a lawn/leaf garbage bag)
• Sleeping Bag – 0 degrees (or have a bivy sack to put over it to make it warm to 0 Degrees)
• Sleeping Pad (The foam ones are the best for cold weather or at least one with a high insulation factor)
• Mess Kit with eating utensils
• Two Liters of Water (One should be a Nalgene Bottle)
• Ligher/Matches
• Sunglasses or Snow Goggles (Preferred)
• Clothes to match the weather (Down Jacket, Fleece, Base Layer, Insulation Layer)
• Beanie Cap (Warm)
• Warm Gloves
• Wool Socks and one or two extra pairs
• Head Lamp
• Hand Warners ( I will provide)
• Head Lamp with spare batteries
• Gators (Good Idea to have these. Some Snow Pants have these built in)
• Hand Sanitizer (For for starting fires too)
• Tiinder (Dryer Lint works awesome)
• If you have them: Snow Shovel
• Some money to get lunch/snack/warm drink on the way back
• Toilet Paper
• Chapstick or equivalent
• Insulated Waterproof Hiking Boots (No Sneakers!)
• Optional : GPS, Compass, Map of area,
• A list of rank advancements you need to accomplish!!!
• Toothbrush
• Wetwipes
• Positive Attitude
• Permission slip 

Troop gear:

• Tent
• Water Purification Pump
• Jet Boil Stoves
• Compasses
• Food to be purchased by – Mark P (From what the SPL told me)

I will inspect sleeping bags prior to going. This is the most important part!!

Time Line:

March 3:

0700: Meet in the church parking lot

0730: Depart for Sentinel Point Trail in Florissant, CO

0900 – UTC: Hike Trail, Set Up Camp, Avalanche Safety Training, Build Snow Shelters, Cold Weather Training and Playing.

March 4th:

0900: Depart Camp

1000: Depart to the Church

1100 or earlier: Arrive at the Church

Cost: $15 per scout (This will cover the food and extra stuff like handwarmers and such)  Pay Treasurer

Snowshoe rental: FREE! Thank UpaDowna!

Location: Sentinel Point Trail in Florissant

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https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/sentinel-point-trail

Food:  Mark P is buying

Merit Badge Accomplishment: Snow Sports Merit Badge

Skill Accomplishment:  Winter Survival and Fun

Cold Weather Safety COLDER

How to Build a Quinzee Snow Shelter

Thanks Sean

Thank you to adult leaders Michael P and Blake M for volunteering for this awesome adventure!! The troop appreciates you!

I will put out a packing list tomorrow!!

Thanks

Sean

Folks,

I’m still the only adult signed for the snowshoe campout.  We need one more adult to go to make the trip happen and for me to reserve snowshoes and for the scouts to buy food. I won’t make reservations for snowshoe rentals until I know the trip is going to happen because the money is non-refundable at this point.

Please sign up on Sign Up Genius if you are able to go then email me or text me directly so I can get the ball rolling on snowshoe rentals.

I need to know by Tuesday morning or we won’t be able to go on the trip 🙁

Thank you,

Sean

seanmwarner@gmail.com

719-648-6798

Scouts,

Its time for our quarterly Court of Honor. it will be at Wilson Methodist Church on Tuesday the 27st at 6pm. Please arrive at 530pm for set up.  The theme for this COH will be a chili cookoff! Have the scouts make the best chili they can and then we will vote for the winner!!! All forms of chili are welcome.

The new scouts from Pack 26 are also welcome to attend!

Also, Please sign up to bring one of the following items:

8 slots for Chili

2 slots for a dozen rolls

2 slits for crackers

4 slots for salad

4 slots for shredded cheese

4 slots for a dessert

The uniform will be Class A’s. We have rank advancements and merit badges to award.

Please sign up for sides on Sign Up Genius here :

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F054BACA929A4FC1-court1

Thank you,

Sean