We are approaching Memorial Day Flag duty this Monday. We still need 2 drivers and 3 Scouts. Please consider helping out your fellow scout, it makes for a long day if there are not enough participants. Don’t forget you also get paid! Sign up below
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA5AF2BA1FEC52-49049011-flag
Maureen Reiser
208-596-3115

Troop,

This week we will have Order of the Arrow Elections. Austin Petree out OA Represenative has coordinated having the Buffalo Mountain Lodge Elections Team to visit and hold an election.

In order to conduct the election we need as much of the troop there as possible or it will not be valid. Please show up tonight!

Following the election we will we will be having a barn clean-up night, so bring some work gloves and maybe a dust mask.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

5/21/24: Order of the Arrow Elections & Barn Clean-Up night

5/28/24: Bike ride in Ute Valley WITH Mr. Petree: First Aid Merit Badge First aid Practical applications in Biking. If you don’t have a bike, let Mr. Petree know.

6/4/24: Trip preparation and meal planning for Summer Camp.

-Axel and Rudra

Memorial Day is coming up quick and we are going backward on the sign ups. At this time we only have one driver signed up for flags and we still need 3 drivers and 6 more scouts. This is not optional for us to fulfill our commitment. Please consider signing up for a slot if you are here in town, even if you can do just part of a shift, we could try to make that work. I understand that we are all busy and we have a much smaller troop this year but this is how we keep our troop financially stable. We ask that you and your scout sign up for AT LEAST two holidays this season.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA5AF2BA1FEC52-49049011-flag
Please let me know if you have any questions
Maureen Reiser
208-596-3115
Thank you

Troop,

This week we will be going to Pinion Valley Park for the game night. We will be meeting early, from 6:00 – 8:00, so that we have more sunlight. Bring any balls, frisbees, and or other park games. Remember a water bottle! See you there!

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

5/14/24: Game Night: Pinion Valley Park Day (6:00-8:00) Meeting early so we have more daylight.

5/21/24: We will have Order of the Arrow Elections run by Austin Petree and a Barn Clean-Up night

5/28/24: Bike ride in Ute Valley WITH Mr. Petree: First Aid Merit Badge First aid Practical applications in Biking. If you don’t have a bike, let Mr. Petree know.

6/4/24: Trip preparation and meal planning for Summer Camp.

-Axel and Rudra

Troop,

We will be meal planning and prepping for the FAM CAMP DINO MARCH. Mrs. Anderson has hot dogs and sausages for the campout.

Nathan Turner will be giving a presentation on how to organize your binder. Make sure you bring your binder and all the things you want to organize inside. Things like BOR papers, merit badge cards, rank advancement cards, things you are working on and volunteer hours.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

5/10 – 5/12: FAM CAMP DINO MARCH – Be sure to sign up here 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-49252638-2024

5/14/24: Game Night: Pinion Valley Park Day (6:00-8:00) Meeting early so we have more daylight.

5/21/24: We will have Order of the Arrow Elections run by Austin Petree and a Barn Clean-Up night

5/28/24: Bike ride in Ute Valley WITH Mr. Petree: First Aid Merit Badge First aid Practical applications in Biking. If you don’t have a bike, let Mr. Petree know.

-Axel & Rudra

Troop,

Thanks to everyone who joined our Ute Valley and Pinion Valley Park game night. It was a lot of fun and with the days getting longer we can do cool things like this again. It’s almost time to start meeting at The Barn too. Weather permitting, we will start up there next week.
This week Mr. Petree will continue the First Aid MB and review for those who already have the MB. Our IPA will be First Aid games!

UPCOMING SCHEDULE
5/7/24: Trip preparation and meal planning for FAM CAMP DINO MARCH in La Junta, CO. Nathan Turner will be giving a presentation on How to Build a Scout Binder so bring your binders! NOTE: Mrs. Janelle Anderson bought extra hot dogs and brats for the COH that can be used for this camping trip. They are currently frozen and ready for transportation.

5/10 – 5/12: FAM CAMP DINO MARCH – Be sure to sign-up here ASAP
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-49252638-2024

5/14/24: Game Night: Pinion Valley Park Day (6:00-8:00) Meeting early so we have more daylight.

5/21/24: We will have Order of the Arrow Elections run by Austin Petree and a Barn Clean-Up night

5/28/24: Bike ride in Ute Valley WITH Mr. Petree: First Aid Merit Badge First aid Practical applications in Biking. If you don’t have a bike, let Mr. Petree know.

– Axel

Troop,

Our next event will be a Family campout May 10th – 12th, at Picket Wire Canyonlands in the Comanche National Grasslands just outside of La Junta, Colorado.

We will not meet at the barn as normal, but rather meet onsite near the Withers Canyon Trailhead to accommodate families and their varying schedules.

We will camp two nights in the grasslands near the Withers Canyon Trailhead. This is just open land and there is no potable water or amenities and only one vault toilet.

This is one of the rare opportunities to bring along an RV or trailer on a scout outing, but again there is no power or hookups.

Any families that might need to borrow some troop gear are welcome to do so, just reach out to Ray Petree.

Being a Family Campout, each family should plan a menu for themselves. The Patrols will host deserts and goodies for the campfire ceremony Saturday night.

On Saturday we will day hike down the Withers Canyon Trail along the Purgatory River past the Dolores Mission to the Dinosaur tracks and have lunch, then return the same route. Round trip is an easy about 10 miles.

Scouts that would like to attend solo please let me know and we will pair you up with a family for the weekend to travel and dine.

Sign up at the link below.. Please review all categories and sign up under all applicable slots.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-49252638-2024

Troop,

The game night for this week is a Ute Valley Park scramble with Pinion Valley Park football and frisbee. Pick up and Drop off will be at the Pinion Valley Park pavilions:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/fTSU45YMHipVDpGS8

Make sure to bring a headlamp, hiking shoes, and a sweatshirt.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

4/24: *IMPORTANT* PLC starting at 4:30 (Its okay if you can’t make it)

4/30: Meeting Night: TBD

5/7/24: Trip preparation and meal planning for FAM CAMP DINO MARCH in La Junta, CO

5/10 – 5/12: FAM CAMP DINO MARCH

-Axel and Rudra

Don’t forget that we have our Court of Honor Ceremony plus a hot dog cookout this week! We need everyone to sign up below so we can buy enough food for families. We will have some veggie dog options too. Please remember to bring the items you signed up for, and if possible, arrive at the church a little early to help with the setup between 6-6:30.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-48880275-topdog

We still need volunteers for our Flag Fundraiser. This is how our troop earns a lot of money for cool trips and gear. We need all scouts to help out so please pick a date you can help on Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day or Veterans Day.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA5AF2BA1FEC52-49049011-flag

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

4/16 Court of Honor: 6:30p – 8:30p 

4/23 Game Night: TBD

4/30 Meeting Night: TBD

5/7/24: Trip preparation and meal planning for FAM CAMP DINO MARCH in La Junta, CO

5/10 – 5/12: FAM CAMP DINO MARCH

-Axel and Rudra

I have been on the Board as the Troop Fundraiser and Flag coordinator for almost 3 years. I’m looking for the next person to take my place and the end of this season. It is a rewarding position and does not take much time, other than the many emails you will soon receive The flag program has been the same for 25 years and pretty much runs itself. If you are interested in this position on the Board please contact me at fmreiser@gmail.com or 208-596-3115 for more information.
Maureen Reiser

Flag Season is here again! We have a much smaller troop then we have had in the past, we ask that every Scout in the troop do at least 2 holidays. We all like to go away on the long weekends but we ask that you consider this fundraiser when you are making family plans. If you are new to the troop and would like more information about our flag fundraiser please contact me at fmreiser@gmail.com or 208-596-3115. Please use the link below for more information and to sign up for shifts. It works best with a Scout and a parent signing up together.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA5AF2BA1FEC52-49049011-flag

We have a lot going on this week. Firstly we will be preparing for the Penitente campout, refreshing on some of our climbing and cooking skills. We will also be planning the Game night for the meeting after the Court of Honor.

REMEMBER:

– Bring Church donations to say thank you and help our community

– Sign up to our various future trips

– Court of Honor sign up. Schedule SMC and BORs if needed.

– We still have open slots for Summer Camp at Camp Dobbins. Scholarships available

– If you’re going to Summer Camp we need to know your merit badge choices, so be sure to bring a list on this week

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

4/12-4/14 Trip: Climbing in Penitente Please sign up
tps://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-48954919-penitente

4/16 Court of Honor: 6:30p – 8:30p 

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-48880275-topdog

4/23 Game Night (TBD)

-Axel and Rudra

When: Friday, April 12 – Sunday, April 14

We will be car camping just outside the main canyon close to Witches Canyon. Directions and specific location details will be shared. We will be able to explore new rock formations, canyons, and trails. There will be rock climbing on Saturday with another opportunity to earn the Climbing Merit Badge. Bring good hiking shoes and layers of warm clothing because the nights can get chilly. 

Previous climbing experience or gear (harness & climbing shoes) is NOT required but is recommended so if you have it, bring it.  NOTE: You can rent climbing shoes ($10 for the weekend) at REI which we highly recommend. Get a size that fits tightly with no wiggle room. We will be providing helmets, a few harnesses and belay devices for the troop. 

There’s plenty of hiking and hanging around camp available for those not interested in climbing. It’s about a 3 hour drive to the San Luis Valley so we will try to carpool to limit the vehicles needed. We will meet at the barn on Friday and plan to leave nlt 5pm. We plan to be home Sunday afternoon and will send an update on timing that morning.

Please RSVP ASAP at this link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-48954919-penitente

For our April Court of Honor we will be doing a hot dog cookout!  The troop will provide dogs and toppings, please sign up for a salad/side or dessert at the link below. 

Time will be 6:30 to 8:30 as we have quite a few merit badges to give out.  Please have scouts to the church a little early if possible to help set up!

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-48880275-topdog

Dear Troop,

This week we will be focusing on the First Aid. We will review the First Aid merit badge requirements to refresh our skills. This information will be helpful for everyone even if you have no interest in finishing the merit badge. We will be working in small groups using the EDGE method and helping each other. We will include some games too!

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

4/9 Meeting: Climbing in Penitente trip preparation and meal planning. Review Climbing and Cooking Basics

4/12-4/14 Trip: Climbing in Penitente

4/16 Court of Honor: 6:30p – 8:30p Watch for sign-up!

4/23 Game Night (TBD)

-Axel and Rudra

Troop,

Reminder we are not not meeting at the church tonight being we have our game night at Gripstone Climbing Gym.

Please film out a waver in advance and have your registration fee. See previous post for details.

I addition if you have any other climbing gear please bring it or be prepared to rent it. The Anderson’s will be bringing harnesses to share around.

see you all tonight at 6:30pm.

Troop,

We will be going to Gripstone Climbing Gym this week for game night!

Keep in mind that the meeting will start 30 minutes early at 6:30 to have more time to climb.

Make sure you bring $23 so you can have a fun time rock climbing with us! Please fill out a waiver before you arrive.

Climbing Waiver

Here is the link to gym site for all the info you need. 

Home

If you need a ride,  please contact Mrs. Janelle Anderson at (801)518-9659 via text or call. 

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Game Night 3/19: Rock Climbing at Gripstone Climbing Gym ($20 -$23 per person, price depends on how many attend)

Spring Break 3/26: NO MEETING

Meeting 4/2: First Aid Rank Advancement + Guest Speaker (Mr. Hatch)

Meeting 4/9: Climbing Penitente Trip preparation and meal planning

Campout 4/12-4/14: Climbing Penitente Trip

4/16 Meeting: Game Night TBD

-Axel and Rudra

BSA Troop 287 voted for Philmont as the high-adventure for the summer of 2025. As such, we secured a reservation for 7/12 – 7/24/2025. We have a crew of 6 committed to this high-adventure opportunity and need 2 more to meet the minimum of 8. The maximum crew size is 12, so we have room to grow.

To recap, this high-adventure trip will cost $1,675 per person plus travel to/from Philmont. There is a financial agreement with payment schedule similar to previous adventure camp agreements.

If your scout is interested and able to commit, please use this SignUp Genius link to register. As the coordinator for this effort, I will schedule regular information and planning meetings.

Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-47987066-philmont

Please review the Philmont Scout Ranch website for more information about the camp itself: https://www.philmontscoutranch.org/

The crew will be led by Jason Holpuch and Shawn Hatch. 

The following Scouts have committed to this adventure:

1. Miles Kunke

2. Alex Winslow

3. Jefferson Holpuch

4. Noah Hatch

Join us! You’ll love it!

Please contact me if you have questions or concerns before registering.

Jean Kunkle

303.887.9881

Troop,

We have meal planning and prepping for the MTB to Fruita trip on the schedule. However, we are watching the weather and may have to change plans depending on the storm coming in this week. 

We will have the Fruita travelers plan for meals and gear.

We will also be doing another rank advancement one one-on-one session. If you have Merit Badges you need to work on, please come prepared with appropriate materials. Mrs. Anderson will be helping with the Cooking MB.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Meeting 3/12:  MTB trip to Fruita preparation and meal planning

Campout 3/15 – 3/17: MTB trip to Fruita (PENDING)

Game Night 3/19: Rock Climbing at Gripstone Climbing Gym ($20 per person)

Meeting 3/26: TBD – Spring Break

Meeting4/9: Climbing Penitente trip preparation and meal planning

-Axel and Rudra

Troop,MERIT BADGE MADNESS >:D

This week we will be working on the Citizenship In the World merit badge.

If you have that completed, you can work on other merit badges you are doing, so bring any other merit badge work you need to get done!

The rest of the meeting will be a Mini Game Night!

Bring headlamps and wear Class B’s!

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

3/5 Meeting: Citizenship in the World MB or other MB work

3/12 Meeting:  MTB trip to Fruita preparation and meal planning
Haven’t signed up yet??? Do it below now!!!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-46910428-mountain#/

3/15 – 3/17: MTB trip to Fruita

3/19 Meeting: Game Night (Climbing Gym)

3/26 Meeting: First Aid MB + Guest Speaker (Mr. Hatch)

-Axel and Rudra