We still need a few more scouts to help out with Flags for this Saturday.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849AAA623A13-flag
Thanks!
Renee
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Sorry, I messed up and put the wrong zoom code in the last post.
Here is the correct information:
BoyScouts Troop287 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Zoom Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
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Troop,
The word in the wind is that starting 1 Jul (tomorrow) the state will go from “Safer at Home” to “Safe Neighborhood” rules.
The BSA has published a rather long and in depth rules for this stage of getting back to normal. I will gloss over the big parts, and you and your families can dig deeper into the rules over the next week.
Here is the link to the rules:
http://www.pikespeakbsa.org/News/SAFERestart
The big thing is that we have to have some waivers signed and documented. No biggie there.
The other stuff is like the requirement to wear masks (whether indoors or outdoors). Taking temperatures at home prior to coming to the meeting, and a few other things like that.
Anyways, here is the Zoom stuff:
Meeting ID: 961 858 5239
Password: 8EKJzf
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See you tonight!
Dan
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Hi Everyone,
We are in need of help for Flags coming up this Saturday, July 4th. Please go to the link below and sign up.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849AAA623A13-flag
Thank You!
Renee Hames
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Noun
- disagreement between people.
“a prosperous family who showed no signs of discord” - lack of harmony between notes sounding together.”the music faded in discord”
Verb
- (of people) disagree.”we discorded commonly on two points”
2. (of things) be different or in disharmony.”the party’s views were apt to discord with those of the leading members of the administration”
So, with that out of the way, I owe some parents a few things, namely BSA applications and such, which can be downloaded from this link: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/524-406.pdf
I know I am forgetting a whole mess of stuff, it has been a crazy week in my house with this renovation going on. But that is no excuse. I will get on it this week and get everything caught up.
Here is the Zoom link. I think the Scout Leadership was thinking about setting up Discord again, which is why I provided the information above. I suggest we start in Zoom and then migrate to Discord.
See you guys tonight!
Dan
BoyScouts Troop287 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Zoom Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/74178203858?pwd=SUYxNEtPNThZZEwrTzNhSUZEWkgrZz09
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Hi Scout Families,
This next holiday is our halfway mark. Please open the link below and sign up for flags for Saturday, July 4th.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849AAA623A13-flag
Remember if you want to ride together and both parties are in agreement that is fine. If you decide to stay separate one driver will have to drive and navigate unless you have another family member that can ride with you to help navigate to the right house.
Thank You!
Renee Hames
719-533-0473
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Troop,
Here is the invite for tonight’s Zoom:
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Zoom Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/74178203858?pwd=SUYxNEtPNThZZEwrTzNhSUZEWkgrZz09
Meeting ID: 741 7820 3858
Password: 0BtFgg
I would like to see if some of the younger Scouts can knock off some advancement requirements. Maybe we can work our old schedule of MB week, Rank ADV week, etc. back into the mix.
I will hang out for a couple minutes in the beginning, then let Scout leaders have the younger Scouts practice, and if anyone wants to “prove their knowledge”, we can do that the last few minutes of the 7 o’clock hour. Then you guys can chit chat and do that Discord stuff.
Dan
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Hi Everyone,
Thank you so much for signing up for flags for Flag Day. We will be placing about 194 flags including the church flags for this holiday. Below are the assignments for each route.
The reason we have two cars following each other is because of convid19. We are trying to keep your exposure to others down. If you want to ride together and both parties are in agreement that is fine. If you decide to stay separate one driver will have to drive and navigate unless you have another family member that can ride with you to help navigate to the right house. (Example: My older son who is not a scout is going to navigate for me.) I believe someone on each team has done this before, so please help out the new scouts. I will have a printed route for each car and I will be available for any questions or concerns that may come up. I will send out a group text and I will be your point person so please text me when everyone is finished with their routes.
(Renee Text: 719-533-0473)
Meet at the Scout Barn (behind the church) at 6am, and we will load up each car one at a time. Please have your scouts dressed in CLASS A UNIFORM, and make sure each scout WEARS their REFLECTIVE VESTS that is in the bucket. Each bucket has everything you need (Including Printed Routes). We will meet back up at the barn at 6:00pm to pick up flags. Please zip tie every 5 flags together as you go. When you are done and get back to the barn unload flags and buckets into the barn. Thank you for everyone’s help.
Route A
Driver w/Flags: Paul
Driver: Shari
Navigator: Lisa
Scouts: Jack/Cam
Route B
Driver w/Flags: Josh
Driver: Kyle
Navigator:
Scouts: Elijah/Alex
Route C
Driver w/Flags: Renee
Driver: Shawn
Navigator: Aidan
Scouts: Zander/Noah
Route D
Driver w/Flags: Dave
Driver: Jason
Navigator:
Scouts: Jefferson/Adam
I will see everyone on Sunday Morning. Thank You! Text or email me if you have questions before Sunday.
Renee Hames
719-533-0473
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Hey, Troop!
We are in the Zoom again tonight. However, there may be an end (sort of) in sight. Most agencies in the State are opening up and allowing some variant of gatherings. As I see it, we are short to follow. I think we will be able to have in-person meetings in the next month or so (at least, I’m keeping my fingers crossed for that.)
Anyway, you can join tonight’s meeting to discuss your plan for when we do get back together.
Also, Let me know if you want to start a MB there are bunches of them offered on-line.
Dan
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Zoom Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/74178203858?pwd=SUYxNEtPNThZZEwrTzNhSUZEWkgrZz09
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Hi Everyone,
Still needed for Sunday’s Flag Day:
- 1 experienced Scout Parent who can carry the flags and show a new scout family how the program works.
- 3 Navigators
- 1 Scout
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849AAA623A13-flag
Thank you!
Renee Hames
719-533-0473
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Happy Tuesday, Troop!
The BSA and Pikes Peak Council have no adjusted their in-person meetings policy as of yet. I know none of us can wait to get back together and have a “real” meeting. Just stay motivated and hone your skills and knowledge in First Aid, knots, and safety. Spend a little time in your yards and work on your outdoor skills. Find a Merit Badge that interests you and work on getting that done. I challenge all of you to complete at least three merit badges on your own this summer (meaning you have to find a MB counselor outside the troop and let me know who he/she is so I can link them up in Scoutbook to get you credit-more on this at the meeting tonight).
Anyway, the meeting details are listed below. See you all tonight!
Dan
BoyScouts Troop287 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Personal Meeting Room
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Meeting ID: 961 858 5239
Password: 8EKJzf
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Hi Everyone,
Here is the sign up for Flag Day which is Sunday, June 14. Let me know if you have any questions?
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849AAA623A13-flag
Renee Hames
(719) 533-0473
Also, this will be my last year to organize flags for the troop, so I am looking for someone who can take over. Please let me know if you are interested. Thank You!
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Troop,
Below are the details for tonight’s meeting on Zoom.
There are a couple things on the agenda tonight.
1). Evan Reeves is planning to give a presentation for the Citizenship inthe Nation MB.
2). A couple of Scout would like to give their presentation/speech for the Public Speaking MB.
3). I would like to put together a plan for an in-person (socially distant) meeting for the future. This plan MUST be solid and take into consideration all current Safer at Home and BSA recommendations.
******Disclaimer: This can only happen if BSA allows in-person meetings****** They currently do not allow them, according to the Pikes Peak BSA homepage.
We are looking to have a new Scout join in with us tonight, so please show proper respect, as I know you will.
See you guys tonight.
Dan
BoyScouts Troop287 is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Zoom Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
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Hi Everyone,
Thank you so much for signing up for flags for Memorial Day. We will
be placing about 205 flags including the church flags for this
holiday. Attached are the routes, along with the map for Tuscan Villas
and the assignments. Remember we need two drivers for each route one car has to carry all the flags while the other car follows and a navigator and two scouts. Right now these are the following assignments. Route B has two newbies signed up. Any older scout families willing to help them out?
I’ve set the assignments as follows:
Route A Meet at Barn for 6:15am Load up
Driver 1: Paul Navigator: Lisa Scout: Jack
Driver 2: Marie Scout: Noah
Route B Meet at Barn for 6:30am Load up
Driver 1: Klye Navigator: Scout: Alex
Driver 2: Harry Scout: Cameron
Route C Meet at Barn for 6:00am Load up
Driver 1: Renee Navigator: Aidan Scout: Zander
Route D Meet at Barn for 5:45am Load up
Driver 1: Dan Navigator: Scout: Geren
Driver 2: Chris Scout: Ethan
AM – Meet at Barn for Flag Load up at 5:45 am/6:00 am/6:15 am/6:30 am
PM – Meet at Barn for Flag Pick up at 6:00 pm
We will meet at the Church Barn on Monday at your assigned time to
load up the Flags and post them then we will meet back at the Barn
again at 6pm to pick up flags. I will be at the Barn to help load
flags and answer any questions you might have. Please have your scouts
wear their Class A uniform and dress according to weather. The low
temperature for Monday is 48 and the high is 73. Each bucket has
everything you need (Including Printed Routes) and PLEASE make sure
your scout WEARS their REFLECTIVE VESTS. Thank you for everyone’s help
to make this Memorial Day a success.
I will be your point person so please text me when everyone is
finished with their routes. (Renee 719-533-0473) I will send out a
group text so you have my number, and so you can keep in touch if any
issues arise. I included the routes if you would like to look at yours
before Monday. I will have routes already printed for that morning in
your assigned bucket.
Let me know if you have any questions and please text me your numbers. I don’t know everyone yet and I don’t have phone numbers. (Text me at 719-533-0473). I will see everyone on Monday. Thank You!
Renee Hames
PDF 2020 Memorial Postings A Route.pdf
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Troop,
This week we will continue our Public Speaking MB. I believe there are three Scouts ready to give their 10 minute speech on a topic of interest to you all.
See you tonight.
Dan
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https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849AAA623A13-flag
Hi, my name is Renee Hames. I am Zander’s mom and I lead the flag fund raiser program, and I need your Help! This program is our troops biggest fund raiser and to make it successful we need Scouts and Parents to participate. Above is the link to signup and more of an explanation of how this fund raiser works. This weeks scout zoom meeting will start at 6:30pm, so we can explain and discuss the flag program. Parents we really need you to be part of this meeting. Here is the information for our zoom meeting on Tuesday, May 19th.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/74178203858?pwd=SUYxNEtPNThZZEwrTzNhSUZEWkgrZz09
Meeting ID: 741 7820 3858
Password: 0BtFgg
Thank you so much,
Renee Hames
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Here are the details for tonight’s meeting:
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Zoom Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/74178203858?pwd=SUYxNEtPNThZZEwrTzNhSUZEWkgrZz09
Meeting ID: 741 7820 3858
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Folks, I am sad to say that our Philmont Trek is canceled this year due to COVID. Our Trek was scheduled for June and right now, Philmont is not opening until 1 July so they asking for us to reschedule for 2021. My son and I would still like to go next year and I feel even if some back out that we can put together another crew for 2021 so I am going to lean forward to re-schedule. If your scout would not like to reschedule for next year then please let me know! seanmwarner@gmail.com
Thanks, Sean
Below is the pasted email from Philmont:
Dear 2020 Lead Advisors and Reservation Contacts, It is hard to imagine a more difficult circumstance for operating Philmont Scout Ranch. Our mission brings people together and Delivers Wilderness Adventures that Last a Lifetime. Yet as our state, region, and the entire world continues to deal with the evolving COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, we realize the nature of this virus, and how it spreads, presents significant challenges for Philmont. Your safety, health, and well-being remain our top priority. The staff at Philmont continue to work relentlessly through every scenario for opening, in conjunction with the constantly evolving environment that this challenge presents to all Americans. In light of the state of New Mexico’s extension of stay at home orders through May 15th and decisions that other community and public entities have made to close, we have made the difficult decision to delay the opening of Philmont until July 1. We will continue to follow updates and recommendations from the CDC, NM Governor Lujan Grisham, and state and local health departments, and monitor data and decisions from other states and entities across the country. Additional updates will be provided on May 15 and June 1. You are receiving this email because you are listed as the Reservation Contact or Lead Advisor for your crew(s). If you are a Reservation Contact it is important that you communicate with all of the Lead Advisors in your Contingent. If you are a Lead Advisor it is important that you communicate with all of your crew members to get their updated expedition plans before submitting the survey. It is important that the Reservation Contact and Lead Advisor coordinate who will submit this survey on behalf of the crew. Please only submit one survey response per crew. There are important decisions that will need to be made for your crew(s). Please follow the link below and complete the survey. This will allow us to gather information to help you and Philmont prepare for the summer ahead. Please complete this survey by Friday, May 8th. You will also want to refer to the updated cancellation/refund policy that can be found below. Please know that when we open on July 1st, the Philmont program will look different to allow for appropriate social distancing. Philmont has begun implementing the following steps to promote a safer environment: Developing pre-travel protocols Pre-arrival screening Extensive on-site Screening Increased cleaning and sanitization in shared spaces, buildings, vehicles, and program areas Large gatherings, including campfires and chapel services, will be limited or eliminated Adjustments in our dining hall operations Any participant or staff member in a high-risk category for protection from COVID-19 should not attend Philmont this year, because of established protocols by our country’s medical experts. Additional measures will be implemented per CDC guidelines. We ask that you do not call Philmont but fill out the survey and let our team of Registrars, plan their work, and work the plan. With 2,200 crews and more than 24,000 individuals all seeking personal assistance, we must focus on the surveys you submit and prioritized by importance. Survey responses will be prioritized for resolution by the end of May. Refund Policy – If the Boy Scouts of America or a National High Adventure Base (HAB) cancels your program due to COVID-19, you can reschedule your adventure and apply fees to an alternate date later in 2020 or 2021 (and 2022 at PSR and NT) at 2020 pricing. If it is not possible for you to reschedule, you will receive a full refund of fees paid. If you cancel your program during the COVID-19 outbreak, you may select an adventure later in 2020 or 2021 (and 2022 at PSR and NT) at 2020 pricing. If it is not possible for you to reschedule, you will receive a refund of fees paid less 10% (to support the program costs of operating the HAB). See the HAB website for more information. Refunds will be processed within 10-12 weeks. Additional information and updates are available at PhilmontScoutRanch.org/Coronavirus |
| Here are our options for next year…. |
| Options for Crews:Crews that were scheduled to arrive before July 1 are encouraged to reschedule for 2021 or 2022 (as space allows) or transfer to another high adventure base closer to their home. Crews that are no longer able to travel to Philmont for an adventure this summer are encouraged to transfer to 2021 or 2022 (as space allows), transfer to another high adventure base, or cancel their reservation. Crews that cancel and request a refund, will be subject to the refund policy listed above and will receive their refund within 10-12 weeks of cancellation. Philmont has adjusted the minimum crew size to 5 participants (minimum of 2 adults) to allow for individual participants to cancel without canceling the crew. Philmont reserves the right to match you with a sister crew as needed to meet Health and Safety needs. Philmont will waive the adult to youth ratio (if YPT guidelines are met) to accommodate Scouts who will “age out” by the time they are rescheduled through 2022. Wilderness First Aid and CPR – Philmont highly encourages crew leadership to complete the Wilderness First Aid and CPR requirements as written in the Guidebook to Adventure, however, Philmont will not deny crews a Philmont adventure due to the inability to meet WFA and CPR requirements during the 2020 season. Philmont’s program model has been adjusted to accommodate crews who do not have these certifications. Health and Medical Record – State by state requirements for physicals have complicated and delayed the solution for participants who have been unable to complete the Annual Health and Medical Record this calendar year. We are confident that with the delay of the start of the summer that a solution will be available by May 15th with plenty of time for crews to complete before they depart for Philmont. |
| Survey Questions to answer with your crew (please submit your crew’s responses at the link below, these are provided to assist you in consulting with your crew prior to entering the survey) Email:Name:Expedition Number:Phone:I am the:Do you want to cancel your entire crew in 2020 and receive a refund? Please recognize there are options to transfer your reservation.Yes (Continue to Comments and Concerns)No (Continue to next question)Do you want to cancel a partial crew in 2020?Yes, I have crew members who will not be attending with my crew as previous planned – We will be reaching out to determine which crew members are canceled soon. (Continue to next question)No, my entire crew will be attending. (Continue to next question)What is your arrival month?June (proceed to June crews choices)July/August (proceed to July/August Crew choices)June Crews please rank your choices between 1 and 4Transfer the reservation to July or August dates in 2020 (space will be limited to a smaller number of crews arriving each day)Transfer the reservation to 2021 (space will be limited to available spaces)Transfer the reservation to 2022 (you will be able to pick your date now instead of waiting for the lottery)Transfer the reservation to available space in 2020 or 2021, at one of the other National High Adventure Bases (Florida National Seabase, Northern Tier High Adventure Base, Bechtel Summit Reserve)July and August Crews please rank your choices between 1 and 4.Keep original reservationTransfer the reservation to 2021 (space will be limited to available spaces)Transfer the reservation to 2022 (you will be able to pick your date now instead of waiting for the lottery)Transfer the reservation to available space in 2020 or 2021, at one of the other National High Adventure Bases (Florida National Seabase, Northern Tier High Adventure Base, Bechtel Summit Reserve)Was your crew canceled in 2018 due to the fires?YesNoComments and Concerns?If you are a unit that has requested cancellation in July or August, please indicate extenuating circumstances to be considered for waiving the 10% program support recovery fee. |
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Troop,
Just in case you didn’t scroll down the website and use the same link from last week, here it is again!
Topic: BoyScouts Troop287’s Zoom Meeting
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/74178203858?pwd=SUYxNEtPNThZZEwrTzNhSUZEWkgrZz09
Meeting ID: 741 7820 3858
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Troop,
Unfortunately, the BSA, Colorado Springs, nor Colorado has lifted the bans on group gatherings. I was hopeful that we would actually be able to at least meet with some distance between us, but we need to follow the guidelines established by our higher authorities. In addition, there is a fire ban in place for the entirety of El Paso County. We could make individual fires, however, we would not have enough fire pits to accomodate all of the Scouts who would show up to the meeting anyway.
That being said, we will need to have another Zoom meeting this week. I am hoping to have Austin present and DEMONSTRATE how to properly PREPARE and light a fire using basic materials (no gas, petroleum jelly, lint tinder, etc.-basically, just a knife, a couple (TWO max) of matches, and a log), such as the single log fire method. I will coordinate with Austin (and Mr. Petree) before the meeting to ensure he can make this happen in a safe manner to allow you all to see how it is done.
You are all welcome to be at your own firepit in your back yard or wherever, and follow along Austin’s teachings/guidance/leadership. Just be respectful and allow him the time to develop his teachings, because last time they did the single log challenge, I heard it took nearly an hour to get the fire going well enough to burn the string set above their fire station.
Anyway, we will focus on that for tomorrow night’s meeting. Next week we will look at another Scout skill, maybe lashings, first aid, navigation, or something like that.
I will post the Zoom meeting info tomorrow night, which is the same as last weeks, since it is a re-occurring meeting.
If you are a First Four Scout (new Scout, Scout Rank, Tenderfoot, Second or First Class), and you have completed some rank requirements, let your Patrol Leader know (via email or call them direct), then let the SPL and me know, so I can adjust Scoutbook and get you credit where credit is due. Several Scouts have sent me videos directly where they have demonstrated their Skills and Knowledge. This is totally acceptable as credit. I have already done one Scoutmaster Conference over Facetime (congrats Cam Hughes-the Troop’s latest Scout to earn the Scout Rank).
As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please let me know.
Dan
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