Troop,

This week for the game night we will be going to Whirlyball!! It is $15 per person. Make sure to arrive a few minutes before 7:00 so we can have a full hour of fun!!!

Address: 3971 Palmer Park Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

2/5: PLC meeting at 7:30 (monthly on-line planning meeting for scout leadership)

2/11: Prep/Class on how to prepare for winter campouts

**Parents interested in sending their Scout to Summer Camp 2025: Start thinking about whether you want to send your Scout to Summer camp. The Troop quickly needs to determine how many Scouts are planning on going along with any parents who are willing to assist at camp. Some options for parents would be for one parent to attend the whole week or have several parents serve a day or two each, along with myself. Some factors to consider are location and dates. The troop voted last year and thought that Camp Buffalo Bill in Wyoming would be fun, but it is about 9 1/2 hours away. We could also do Camp Alexander which is about 1 1/2 hours away. Dates available in June are: weeks 1-3 for Camp A and weeks 2-4 for Camp Buffalo Bill (camp is only 1 week). I believe Buffalo Bill is $525 and Camp A is $450. The troop previously went to Camp A in 2023. You can text me directly if your Scout wants to attend, which camp, which dates are best, and if you are available to help.

Mr. Turner (614-562-7286)

Below is a spreadsheet of everyone that is going ice climbing along with arrival date and transportation. For those that are departing on Friday, we will meet at the barn at 6:00 pm.

Mr. Turner

All, 

A couple extra notes; 

– Ice climbing boots will be provided by Camp A.

– bring ski goggles if you have them. You can wear them while climbing to keep ice out of your eyes. Sun glasses also work. 

– you’ll be really cold belaying, and working really hard climbing, so bring layers you can remove. A puffy coat is really nice to have. 

– you may get wet while climbing. Plan accordingly. 

– we’re sleeping in a nice indoor lodge. Think about bringing board games, etc fit entertainment

Mr. Turner

We will be meeting at the barn on Friday at 5:00 to grab troop gear and carpool to Camp A. Mr. Zsoka, Mr. Turner, and Mr. Anderson will be driving. We should return to the barn on Sunday around 11:00. Also, we are staying in the lower conference room (a large open room) so we should be able to play board games or card games in the evening (bring what you want to play).

Packing List for Campout

Essentials: Backpack, Water bottle, Hygiene essentials, First Aide Kit 

Clothing: Medium gloves, Sunglasses, Snow pants, Thick jacket or ski jacket, Lots of layers and a change of cloths

Sleeping Gear: Sleeping pad, Sleeping bag, Pillow

Activities & Equipment:

Sled (Optional, Remember to bring a helmet if sledding)

Microspikes or Yaktrax for hockey (Optional)

Snowshoes (Optional)

Boots for the crampons for Ice Climbing (Required)

Camping Furniture:

Camping chairs

From Camp A Website:

Ice Climbing Personal Gear List (PLEASE bring these items)

Waterproof pants and jacket appropriate for winter conditions. Please be aware the crampons are sharp and may cut your pants if you are not careful.

Gloves. Tighter-fitting gloves are preferred so that you can grip the Technical Ice Axe as you climb. Waterproof gloves work the best, and you may need to bring two sets.

Sunglasses or ski goggles. Depending on weather conditions, goggles may be necessary to stay warm and continue climbing.

Wool or fleece hat to wear under the helmet to stay warm as you climb.

All other winter clothing, you will need to stay warm.

Also, if you are planning to complete the Sustainability Merit Badge – here is the final requirement:

8a. On a campout or other outdoor Scouting activity that you attend, make notes on the sustainability practices you and your fellow Scouts practice. Observe transportation, forestry, soil conservation, water resources, habitat, buildings, campsites, and sanitation. Share what you observed and learned with your counselor.

Mr. Hatch recommended you write out your notes and either email or turn them in to him for review/discussion.

Mr. Turner

Troop, 

This week, we will be doing meal preparation and other prep for the ice climbing campout this weekend at Camp Alexander.

Here is the sign up genius if you haven’t signed up already

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-53926155-cabins#

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

1/31-2/2: Ice Climbing Campout

2/4: Game Night: WhirlyBall at Colorado Springs, 3871 Palmer Park Blvd; $15.00 per person. 7:00 pm start time, arrive a few minutes early so we can have a full hour of fun!

2/5: PLC on-line meeting at 7:30

2/11: Scout led classes on how to prepare for winter campouts

Mr. Turner

Troop, 

This week, some new scouts will visit our troop to explore it. We’ll set up a few stations run by some scouts to show what we do here. These include a tent station, a ropes station, an ice/rock climbing station, a first aid station, a skit involving four to six scouts, and a slideshow at the end.

Make sure to be in Class A uniform and arrive early to set up your stations – be prepared to talk/demonstrate for about 15 minutes. Also, bring lots of knives, axes, saws, etc for the TSA skit.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

1/28: Meal planning and prep for the Ice Climbing Campout

1/31-2/3: Ice Climbing/Cabins Campout 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-53926155-cabins#

2/4: Game Night: WhirleyBall at Colorado Springs, 3871 Palmer Park Blvd; $15.00 per person, 7:00-8:00 pm.

2/11: Prep/Class on how to prepare for winter campouts

Mr. Turner

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Troop, 

This week, some new scouts will visit our troop to explore it. We’ll set up a few stations run by some scouts to show what we do here. These include a tent station, a ropes station, an ice/rock climbing station, a first aid station, a skit involving four to six scouts, and a slideshow at the end.

Make sure to be in Class A uniform!

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

1/28: Meal planning and prep for the Ice Climbing Campout

1/31-2/3: Ice Climbing Campout 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-53926155-cabins#

2/4: Game Night: WhirleyBall at Colorado Springs, 3871 Palmer Park Blvd; $15.00 per person

2/11: Prep/Class on how to prepare for winter campouts

Troop, 

This week, some new scouts will visit our troop to explore it. We’ll set up a few stations run by some scouts to show what we do here. These include a tent station, a ropes station, an ice/rock climbing station, a first aid station, a skit involving four to six scouts, and a slideshow at the end.

Make sure to be in Class A uniform!

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

1/28: Meal planning and prep for the Ice Climbing Campout

1/31-2/3: Ice Climbing Campout 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-53926155-cabins#

2/4: Game Night: WhirleyBall at Colorado Springs, 3871 Palmer Park Blvd; $15.00 per person

2/11: Prep/Class on how to prepare for winter campouts

Troop, 

This week, some new scouts will visit our troop to explore it. We’ll set up a few stations run by some scouts to show what we do here. These include a tent station, a ropes station, an ice/rock climbing station, a first aid station, a skit involving four to six scouts, and a slideshow at the end.

Make sure to be in Class A uniform and arrive early to set up your stations – be prepared to talk/demonstrate at your station for about 15 minutes. Also bring lots of knives, axes, saws, etc for the TSA skit.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

1/28: Meal planning and prep for the Ice Climbing Campout

1/31-2/3: Ice Climbing/Cabins Campout 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-53926155-cabins#

2/4: Game Night: WhirleyBall at Colorado Springs, 3871 Palmer Park Blvd; $15.00 per person, 7:00-8:00.

2/11: Prep/Class on how to prepare for winter campouts

Mr. Turner

Troop, 

This week, we will be watching Raiders of the Lost Ark at the church from 6:30-8:30! Mr. Zsoka and Mr. Petree will be bringing popcorn and soda, but feel free to bring your own snacks if you’d like.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

1/21: Troop Bridging: Some new scouts will visit our troop to explore it. We’ll set up a few stations to show what we do here. These include a tent station, a ropes station, an ice/rock climbing station, a first aid station, a skit involving four to six scouts, and a slideshow at the end.

1/28: Meal planning and prep for the Ice Climbing Campout

1/31-2/3: Ice Climbing Campout 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-53926155-cabins#

2/4: Game Night: WhirlyBall at WhirlyBall Colorado Springs, 3871 Palmer Park Blvd; $15.00/pp

Mr. Turner

Troop,

I hope you had a great Christmas and a Happy New Year! Hopefully it doesn’t snow too much this evening.

Our first meeting of the year will be a potpourri (meet at the church): We will discuss the upcoming ski trip, John will give a class to complete his Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge, some of the scout leaders will complete some planning, and there will also be some time for rank advancement and some games.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

12 January: Troop Ski Trip at Monarch Mountain (make sure you have you gear or rentals and your lift ticket). We will meet at the barn at 0600 and carpool there.

31 Jan – 2 Feb: Our first campout of 2025 – Ice Climbing and cabins at Camp Alexander. Make sure to sign up on the signup genius that was sent out. You do not have to ice climb, but if you decide to it will be $70.00 pp. Other things we have fun doing at the cabins are sledding, snow shoeing, and ice hockey on the lake. Also, if you attended the Sustainability Merit Badge Class with Mr. Hatch, you can use this campout to complete your final requirement.