Troop 287 Committee Meeting

April 15, 2014

6:30-7:30PM
Discussion Notes

Attendees: Kathy K., Tom Sharp, Sandy Johnson, Jen Jirous, Phil Stafford, Andrea Warner

Welcome

Approval of March Minutes – Kathy approved, Keith second

Scoutmaster Report – Keith shared information about Philmont and materials to be purchased (T-shirt, Bandana). A scout from Kentucky wants to join our troop for Philmont because our troop has an extra spot and is doing the 110 mile trek. Keith needs to find out more information but with check with the boys and other adult leaders. The only concern of the committee was to ensure that the scout is physically able to handle the trek. We need to have a firm commitment by May 15 from him.

Schedule:

• Easter Egg hiding Saturday 10-12 at Wilson church.
• April 26 Lock-in. Scouts will go through gear and will let committee know if any equipment is needed.
• April 27 – soup kitchen
• May 10 – help with Men’s fellowship breakfast.
• Backpacking – first weekend of May. Need adult leader to be able to do it.

Advancements Report – Not available

Treasurer’s Report. Jen make a motion to approve. Sandy second.

• Kathy suggested we search for banks that don’t charge for debit cards.

Flag Update –

• The troop was asked to attend the Mountain Shadows Community Association meeting on April 30 to promote the flags at 6PM. We need several scouts and adults to attend and promote.
• Flag repair will happen during the lock-in.
• $25 donation for burning flags. Kathy will put it in the scholarship fund. Kathy will write a thank-you letter and have the boys sign.

May COH Planning – Cookout

• Jen will check with Joyce about flier.
• Kathy will get the meat, buns, or condiments.
• Eating at 6. COH starts at 7. Jen will ask Joyce about the cake.

Recruitment Opportunity – April 19 – cannot setup due to the short notice but we can. Sandy would like to step-up recruitment coordinator if someone else can takeover some flags. Kathy has welcome packets. Sandy will check out creating a tri-fold brochure and check into visiting troops.

Other items

Next Meeting – Tuesday May 13 – 6:30PM

For game night this Tuesday (May 6th) we’ll be accomplishing the Boy Scout swim test at the USAFA pool, followed by pool fun.  Meet at the church at 5:30 pm to carpool to the Academy pool.  Cost is $3.50 per scout.  Bring a swimsuit, towel, and goggles (if you prefer).  I’ll need one more adult to drive/chaperone the event.  See you Tuesday!  Jon Ullmann

Need Help Soup Kitchen Sunday April 27th 5:45 PM
Sacred Heart Catholic Church 21st and Colorado ave.

Tough Ride…Tougher Scouts!!!

Wilson Church needs scouts and families to help with the Easter egg hunt this Saturday. The activity starts at 10 AM so we need helpers there at 9:45. Should be done by 12. Counts as scout service hours.
Tom Sharp

Calling all Scouts! The troop has a few Soap Box derby cars to borrow and RACE, EMAIL or call me if you are interested!!!
REGISTRATION by MAY 10!! Inspection May 31 practice June 1. Race June 8. You have to have a truck or van or trailer to pick up the cars take them home.
Tom Sharp EMAIL tomjudysharp75@aol.com 719-651-4933

Troop 287 Committee Meeting

March 14, 2014

6:30-7:30PM

Welcome – Attendance: Jen J, Joyce S., Kathy K, Sandy J, Tom S., Keith M., Will M.

Approval of Minutes – Jen made a motion to accept minutes, Sandy seconded

Scoutmaster Report  –  Keith

• Working on the aviation merit badge. Visited the CS control tower last weekend.
• Lockout scheduled for April sometime to do troop inventory of equipment. Possibly the last weekend  of April 11 or weekend of April 25.
• Possible backpacking last week in May or campout possibility May 17 with Pack 6.
• Troop will need volunteers to provide transportation to Philmont and summer camp.
• We have three joining the troop from Pack 6 and one from Pack 2.
• Flag day flags will need younger guys to participate due to older boys being at Philmont.
• Order of the Arrow electionns scheduled for April 1.
• No meeting for spring break week.
• Next COH is May 20

Tom reported that there is a men’s fellowship meeting at the church on May 10 around 6PM.  Boys can each $ by participating in the dinner. He will provide a full report on April meeting.

Advancements Report – No Report

Treasurer’s Report  – Kathy – Jen  made a motion to approve. Sandy seconded.

Other items

• Mulch fundraiser will be tabled for another time. Kathy made a folder and put in file cabinet
• April is Scout food donation month. Troop is expected to collect donations and turn in to council on April 12.
• Committee reviewed and approved a scholarship application.
• Committee may have a volunteer to do treasurer when Kathy leaves.
• Sandy will volunteer for membership if someone else will volunteer for flags.
• Soapbox derby – June 1 practice, inspection May 31, June 8 race – two weekend commitment. Location is downtown Colorado Springs – $25 dollars to enter. Tom will check with boys to see who is interested. Troop has cars.

Flags Update

• Veterans Day is November 11 which is a Monday. Scouts will be in school so the troop would like to do flags the weekend before. Kathy will check with Rotary about this option and report back to committee.
• Troop will do the flag hangers on Memorial Day weekend when boys do the flags. 3 scouts will participate in each route.
• Sandy will suggest that the Rotary repair the flags during the lockin.
• Rotary will reimburse us for caps and door hangers. Will need more parent involvement in flags since Sandy will be limited in how she can support.

Next Meeting – Tuesday April 15  –  6:30PM
Meeting adjourned. 7:45

Come one come all — Troop Committee Meeting is Tuesday March 18th at 6:30 PM. 

See how the support system for the troop works.  All parents are welcome to attend.  You do not need to be a registered leader to participate.

Hope to see many of you there.

Jen Jirous – Troop Committee Chairman

Hi there,  It is time for Camp Card Sales again.  I have 200 cards available for Scouts to sell.  The Cards are $5.00 the scout earns $2.50 on each card sold.  I have scanned a copy of the Camp Cards below.  You do not have to sell all the cards you take out. 

I will also have them available for pickup at Laser Tag next week and all other Scout meetings until the Turn in Date.  Please call me at 633-7611 and let me know how many cards you would like to sign out. 

Scouts are responsible for all cards taken out.  Any missing or damaged cards will have to be paid for.  The deadline for turning in unsold camp cards and monies to the Treasurer is April 8th at the Meeting. 

This is a really easy fundraiser and I hope many of our scouts will take advantage of this opportunity.

Kathy Kaelin, Treasurer Troop 287 — email:  kkaelin5458@gmail.com.  Phone 633-7611.

TROOP 287 CHILI COOK OFF

AND

!!CREATE YOUR OWN MERIT BADGE CONTEST!!

WHEN:          Tuesday, February 18, 2014                                                           

WHERE:       Wilson United Methodist Church               

TIME:            6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

                        Set-up at 5:30 pm

 CHILI COOK OFF: 

Two categories will be judged, Scout and Adult.  Prize given to best Scout Chili!

 CREATE YOUR OWN MERIT BADGE CONTEST:

 Scouts, this is a chance for you to get creative and design your very own merit badge!  Submission must include a merit badge picture!

THE TROOP COMMITTEE WILL PROVIDE THE CHILI TOPPINGS, CORN BREAD, DRINKS, PAPER GOODS AND CAKE!

Don’t forget to bring a package of diapers instead of canned goods.

FINANCES:

Please be prepared to take care of the following items, as always I will have copies of your scout’s account:

Scout Dues — All scouts that have not reached the rank of Eagle owe $72.00 for 2014 Scout Dues.

Camp Jeffrey Second Payment — $100.00 for all scouts that are signed up for Camp Jeffrey in July 2014.

Philmont Final Payment — $350.00 is the final payment for the trip.  If you have paid in full you can ignore this.  If you have not made any payments the cost for the trip is $800.00 plus expenses.  Travel and other expenses will be determined after the trip.

If you have any questions about your scout’s finances please call or email me at 633-7611 email:  kkaelin5458@gmail.com

Another successful Troop 287 Freezoree at the AF Academy!  We set up camp on Friday afternoon, had a chilly and windy Friday night, and a balmy Saturday of AF cadet led events.  The boys did great; be sure to ask Keith so you can view our recognition as one of the top 8 of 24 troops for the cadet challenges.  Saturday afternoon and evening had very brisk winds, but since the title of “Breezoree” is etched in Troop 287 lore for the 2011 event, we’ll have to come up with a new moniker.  On Saturday the boys got a head start on the aviation merit badge by learning the effects of wind on objects, and how a 15 foot tent can become airborne (I believe the tent flew further than the Wright brothers did at Kitty Hawk).  Sunday morning was chilly, foggy, and certainly worthy of the “Freezoree” title.  We packed up quickly and headed for warmth (we were busy and I don’t have pictures of the 17 degree ice fog).  Enjoy the pics of the merry times!

Hi there,

The troop is meeting to discuss the new Mulch Fundraiser.  This could be a very profitable fundraiser for the troop but it will require lots of hands on by the boys as well as parents. Come and get in on the ground floor of planning.

We will also be finalizing plans for the Court of Honor on Feb 18th.

Come and join us — we have a great time.

Thanks,

Jen Jirous

Committee Chair

For Scouts going to the Freezoree we’ll be meeting at the church at 5:30 pm Friday (7 Feb).  The weather should be partly cloudy with highs in the low 30’s and low’s in the teens.  Scouts should bring a warm sleeping bag, sleeping pad, an extra blanket, several pairs of wool socks, stocking hats, gloves etc.  Dress warm and in layers!  If you have a sled you might want to bring it along as we’ll look for a good hill to give it a test!