Dave Botts, an assistant Scoutmaster at Troop 511, is looking for 1 adult and 3 Scouts to join Troop 511 at a Seabase Scuba trek starting 8/9/2009 (which sounds very cool). Please contact David directly if you have any interest.
His e-mail address is davidbotts@juno.com
Friday, February 27, 2009
Wood Badge Course Filling Up Fast
Wood Badge is the ultimate personal, professional and Scouting training program offered by the Scouting movement. Wood Badge is not just about learning leadership skills - it is about knowing, utilizing, and teaching those skills that make great and effective leaders. The program is designed for all Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity and Venturing Leaders, as well as Professional Scouters. The next Wood Badge course being held in the Capitol Area Council will be on October 9-11 and November 6-8, 2009 at Lost Pines Scout Reservation. CLICK HERE for more information, including registration forms. Or, contact Jason Riley, Course Director, at 512-736-8391 or mjriley@me.com. The course is limited to the first 48 participants and is already half full. If you were waiting until this summer to sign-up, sign up NOW as the course is expected to be full by the spring.
REMINDER - Andrew Klitch's Eagle Project
Flag Dedication Ceremony
Date: Saturday, February 28 Time: 10:00 a.m. Address: 9409 Bluegrass Drive, 78759
Scouts must wear full Class-A uniforms.
All Scouts who attend will receive one service hour for attending.
Directions: From Mopac, take the Anderson Ln/Spicewood Springs Rd Exit. Go west on Spicewood Springs Rd. Cross Loop 360 (Cap. of Texas Hwy) and continue on Bluffstone Ln. Turn right at Bluegrass Dr. Go about 1 mile on Bluegrass Dr. The Fire Station will be on the right. Drinks and refreshments will be provided.
If you have questions, call Andrew Klitch at 632-3441 or email at andrewklitch@yahoo.com.
Date: Saturday, February 28 Time: 10:00 a.m. Address: 9409 Bluegrass Drive, 78759
Scouts must wear full Class-A uniforms.
All Scouts who attend will receive one service hour for attending.
Directions: From Mopac, take the Anderson Ln/Spicewood Springs Rd Exit. Go west on Spicewood Springs Rd. Cross Loop 360 (Cap. of Texas Hwy) and continue on Bluffstone Ln. Turn right at Bluegrass Dr. Go about 1 mile on Bluegrass Dr. The Fire Station will be on the right. Drinks and refreshments will be provided.
If you have questions, call Andrew Klitch at 632-3441 or email at andrewklitch@yahoo.com.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Andrew Klitch Eagle Project
Hi my name is Andrew Klitch. In the past few weeks I have installed three flagpoles at Austin Area Fire Stations. This Saturday I will be holding a dedication ceremony at one of the Fire Stations, and it would be great if your scout could be there.
Date: Saturday, February 28
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Address: 9409 Bluegrass Drive, 78759
Directions: From Mopac, take the Anderson Ln/Spicewood Springs Rd Exit. Go west on Spicewood Springs Rd. Cross Loop 360 (Cap. of Texas Hwy) and continue on Bluffstone Ln. Turn right at Bluegrass Dr. Go about 1 mile on Bluegrass Dr. The Fire Station will be on the right.
Scouts must wear full Class-A uniforms. All Scouts who attend will receive one service hour for attending. Drinks and refreshments will be provided.
If you have questions, call Andrew Klitch at 632-3441 or email at andrewklitch@yahoo.com.
Date: Saturday, February 28
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Address: 9409 Bluegrass Drive, 78759
Directions: From Mopac, take the Anderson Ln/Spicewood Springs Rd Exit. Go west on Spicewood Springs Rd. Cross Loop 360 (Cap. of Texas Hwy) and continue on Bluffstone Ln. Turn right at Bluegrass Dr. Go about 1 mile on Bluegrass Dr. The Fire Station will be on the right.
Scouts must wear full Class-A uniforms. All Scouts who attend will receive one service hour for attending. Drinks and refreshments will be provided.
If you have questions, call Andrew Klitch at 632-3441 or email at andrewklitch@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Service Hours, 2/24/09 @ TUMC
Announcement from David Chambers, Youth Director, TUMC
If any of you are looking for an hour of community service, or would just like to help out in a fun way, this might be a great opportunity for you…
On Tuesday February 24th, we have a great tradition in celebrating Fat Tuesday or otherwise known as Shrove Tuesday by coming together as a church for our Shrove Pancake supper. This gathering represents our preparation for the Lenten season, a time when we usually give up something to honor God.
There are members of our church that are asking for youth volunteers to help with the Madri Gras celebration for the children. They need help with activities like the cake walk, and putting fake tattoos on the children, and face painting. This is a fun way to get credit for any service hours you might need for school.
They will need help from 5:45pm until about 6:45pm in Perry Hall.
Please let me know if you will be able to help via email at david@tarrytownumc.org and I will get you in touch with the coordinators of the event. You are welcome to stay for the Shrove Tuesday Feast when you are done. The tickets cost is $7 for the pancake supper.
Have a Great Week!!
David Chambers
Director of Youth Ministries
Tarrytown United Methodist Church
If any of you are looking for an hour of community service, or would just like to help out in a fun way, this might be a great opportunity for you…
On Tuesday February 24th, we have a great tradition in celebrating Fat Tuesday or otherwise known as Shrove Tuesday by coming together as a church for our Shrove Pancake supper. This gathering represents our preparation for the Lenten season, a time when we usually give up something to honor God.
There are members of our church that are asking for youth volunteers to help with the Madri Gras celebration for the children. They need help with activities like the cake walk, and putting fake tattoos on the children, and face painting. This is a fun way to get credit for any service hours you might need for school.
They will need help from 5:45pm until about 6:45pm in Perry Hall.
Please let me know if you will be able to help via email at david@tarrytownumc.org and I will get you in touch with the coordinators of the event. You are welcome to stay for the Shrove Tuesday Feast when you are done. The tickets cost is $7 for the pancake supper.
Have a Great Week!!
David Chambers
Director of Youth Ministries
Tarrytown United Methodist Church
Monday, February 16, 2009
T399 Meeting Plan For Upcoming Scout Meetings
This e-mail is from Nicky Fox, Troop 399 Senior Patrol Leader:
Troop Meeting: Feb. 17- Rank Advancement will be the theme. The merit badges that will be offered are: Communications*, Emergency Preparedness*, and Personal Management*.
Younger scouts can work on requirements for Tenderfoot through First Class. Any scoutmaster conferences and Boards of Review will be offered as needed. *Eagle required merit badge.
Troop Meeting: Feb. 24- Order of the Arrow Elections and Camporee will be the themes. This is an important meeting to attend, as we need to get 50% or more of the registered Scouts attending for the Order of the Arrow election. The first part of the meeting will be spent on electing members to the Order of the Arrow, BSA’s honor society. To qualify, you must have 15 days and nights camping and be at least First Class. Winner(s) of the election will be tapped out at Camporee. After the elections, we will make meal plans, tent plans, and have a discussion about strategy for Camporee. It is important that anyone planning on attending Camporee come to this meeting. This is because we need to make sure everyone has a tent, partner, and sufficient food. Also, patrols will need to finish their flag, tune-up their yells, and develop some team strategy. Note: The theme for this year’s Armadillo District Camporee will be Space Scouts (Hollywood style).
Troop Meeting: Mar. 3- At 6:00p- We will watch Star Wars Episode IV. Pizza and drinks will be provided, so don’t worry about dinner. This is to build hype for Camporee. The movie will end at 8:00p. After the movie, we will review Camporee plans and strategies. It is strongly recommended that anyone attending Camporee come watch the movie. Some events at Camporee will consist of Star Wars trivia. The events will cover more than Scout skills. The events will also cover athletic, academic, and logical reasoning challenges. Take note that this is the first Annual Armadillo District Camporee.
**March 6-8: Armadillo District Camporee at Wolf Mountain. Please sign up for this Camporee at http://www.troop399.org/sign-up-forms-1/camporee-march-6-to-8--2009
Troop Meeting: Feb. 17- Rank Advancement will be the theme. The merit badges that will be offered are: Communications*, Emergency Preparedness*, and Personal Management*.
Younger scouts can work on requirements for Tenderfoot through First Class. Any scoutmaster conferences and Boards of Review will be offered as needed. *Eagle required merit badge.
Troop Meeting: Feb. 24- Order of the Arrow Elections and Camporee will be the themes. This is an important meeting to attend, as we need to get 50% or more of the registered Scouts attending for the Order of the Arrow election. The first part of the meeting will be spent on electing members to the Order of the Arrow, BSA’s honor society. To qualify, you must have 15 days and nights camping and be at least First Class. Winner(s) of the election will be tapped out at Camporee. After the elections, we will make meal plans, tent plans, and have a discussion about strategy for Camporee. It is important that anyone planning on attending Camporee come to this meeting. This is because we need to make sure everyone has a tent, partner, and sufficient food. Also, patrols will need to finish their flag, tune-up their yells, and develop some team strategy. Note: The theme for this year’s Armadillo District Camporee will be Space Scouts (Hollywood style).
Troop Meeting: Mar. 3- At 6:00p- We will watch Star Wars Episode IV. Pizza and drinks will be provided, so don’t worry about dinner. This is to build hype for Camporee. The movie will end at 8:00p. After the movie, we will review Camporee plans and strategies. It is strongly recommended that anyone attending Camporee come watch the movie. Some events at Camporee will consist of Star Wars trivia. The events will cover more than Scout skills. The events will also cover athletic, academic, and logical reasoning challenges. Take note that this is the first Annual Armadillo District Camporee.
**March 6-8: Armadillo District Camporee at Wolf Mountain. Please sign up for this Camporee at http://www.troop399.org/sign-up-forms-1/camporee-march-6-to-8--2009
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
March 6-8 First Annual Armadillo District Camporee
Please sign-up for the first annual Armadillo District Camporee the following web link:
http://www.troop399.org/sign-up-forms-1/camporee-march-6-to-8--2009
This is the first annual Armadillo District Camporee and will be held the weekend of March 6-8 at Wolf Mountain Scout Ranch, Llano, Texas. This year the theme is Space Scout (the Hollywood type). Think Star Wars. The fee for the Camporee is $35.00 and can be paid on-line when you register, or by delivering a check to Mark Katterjohn.
There will be an number of opportunities for adult leadership training during Camporee, so please consider attending. If you can not campout consider attending for the day. Every Scout deserves a trained leader.
http://www.troop399.org/sign-up-forms-1/camporee-march-6-to-8--2009
This is the first annual Armadillo District Camporee and will be held the weekend of March 6-8 at Wolf Mountain Scout Ranch, Llano, Texas. This year the theme is Space Scout (the Hollywood type). Think Star Wars. The fee for the Camporee is $35.00 and can be paid on-line when you register, or by delivering a check to Mark Katterjohn.
There will be an number of opportunities for adult leadership training during Camporee, so please consider attending. If you can not campout consider attending for the day. Every Scout deserves a trained leader.
Trails End Issues Voluntary Caramel Corn Recall
Weaver/Trails End has issued a voluntary recall for one of the popcorn products from our most recent council popcorn sale. The product in question is the 9.5 oz. Trail's End® Caramel Corn with Peanuts, with code date markings of "102861 109 JAN 19 08" through "102861 297 JUL 23 09". No other popcorn product is in question. Weaver/Trails End issued the voluntary recall because of recent concerns about salmonella and peanuts from Georgia-based Peanut Corporation of America. There have been no reports of anyone getting sick from the Trails End Caramel Corn with Peanuts (most have probably been eaten by now), but Trails End is doing this just to be on the safe side. Consumers with an unopened, sealed popcorn foil bag from the 9.5 oz Trail's End Caramel Corn with Peanuts, with code date markings of "102861 109 JAN 19 08" through "102861 297 JUL 23 09", can get a refund by calling 1-800-782-4255 (Monday through Friday from 7:00am - 2:00pm central time) or by sending an email to ccp@trails-end.com.
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