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
Monday, February 16, 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.
Friday, January 30, 2009
T399: Parent Communication
T399 Parents:
Our next Parent Meeting is scheduled for February 3rd at 7 pm at TUMC. Discussions will include parent support for El Rancho Cima backpacking camp-out (Feb 6 - 8), Camporee (Mar 6 - 8), Hornaday weekend (Apr 17 - 19) and Summer Camp selection and sign-up.
It is a good idea to Sign-up now for the El Rancho Cima backpacking camp-out at www.troop399.org.
Spaghetti Supper is Feb 8th, 6 pm at TUMC. Cooking kudos to Julian Fontana for Chairing this supper again! Tickets are $6 each and $20 per family. We only have two Troop 399 fundraisers each year and the money raised directly impacts the program for our Scouts. Please encourage and help your Scout sell the Spaghetti Supper tickets he received at last week's Scout meeting.
Our next Parent Meeting is scheduled for February 3rd at 7 pm at TUMC. Discussions will include parent support for El Rancho Cima backpacking camp-out (Feb 6 - 8), Camporee (Mar 6 - 8), Hornaday weekend (Apr 17 - 19) and Summer Camp selection and sign-up.
It is a good idea to Sign-up now for the El Rancho Cima backpacking camp-out at www.troop399.org.
Spaghetti Supper is Feb 8th, 6 pm at TUMC. Cooking kudos to Julian Fontana for Chairing this supper again! Tickets are $6 each and $20 per family. We only have two Troop 399 fundraisers each year and the money raised directly impacts the program for our Scouts. Please encourage and help your Scout sell the Spaghetti Supper tickets he received at last week's Scout meeting.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
T399 January 27th Court of Honor
T399 Parents:
Please join us Tuesday night, January 27th, for a very special T399 Court of Honor, 7 pm at TUMC Fellowship Hall.
Scouts will receive awards, recognitions and rank advancement. This Court of Honor is also our special chance to honor Mark Marshall and welcome Dirk Heinen as Scoutmaster. To add to the evening, T399 will be receiving the coveted National Hornaday Unit Award. This is a rarely given award and we are very proud of our Scouts for their hard work and achievement. One of our Scouts will be receiving the National Gold Medal Citizenship Award. Please plan to come, you will be inspired by the leadership and stewardship our boys are portraying.
Prior to the meeting I need a few parents to agree to come 30 minutes early and help with Board of Reviews. If you can serve in this capacity, please let me know.
Please join us Tuesday night, January 27th, for a very special T399 Court of Honor, 7 pm at TUMC Fellowship Hall.
Scouts will receive awards, recognitions and rank advancement. This Court of Honor is also our special chance to honor Mark Marshall and welcome Dirk Heinen as Scoutmaster. To add to the evening, T399 will be receiving the coveted National Hornaday Unit Award. This is a rarely given award and we are very proud of our Scouts for their hard work and achievement. One of our Scouts will be receiving the National Gold Medal Citizenship Award. Please plan to come, you will be inspired by the leadership and stewardship our boys are portraying.
Prior to the meeting I need a few parents to agree to come 30 minutes early and help with Board of Reviews. If you can serve in this capacity, please let me know.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Jimmy Donovan's Eagle Project
Jimmy Donovan Eagle Project 1.24.09
Who: Cornelius James “Jimmy” Rodriguez-Donovan II
What: Eagle Project
Where: Barton Creek Hike & Bike Trail,
3755 S. Capitol of Texas Hwy
When: Saturday, January 24th, 9:00 A.M.
How: I am building a bridge over a gully that passes through the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Hike & Bike Trail over Barton Creek. The previous bridge was washed out and the trail is heavily used by runners and bicyclists. We will start at 9:00 A.M. and work about 5-6 hours, ending around 3:00 P.M. All required tools and protective gear will be provided, but it is recommended that scouts bring their own gloves. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. For info, call 512-779-0391 or 512-317-2539, flyer is in the announcement tab of Web site.
Thank you.
Who: Cornelius James “Jimmy” Rodriguez-Donovan II
What: Eagle Project
Where: Barton Creek Hike & Bike Trail,
3755 S. Capitol of Texas Hwy
When: Saturday, January 24th, 9:00 A.M.
How: I am building a bridge over a gully that passes through the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Hike & Bike Trail over Barton Creek. The previous bridge was washed out and the trail is heavily used by runners and bicyclists. We will start at 9:00 A.M. and work about 5-6 hours, ending around 3:00 P.M. All required tools and protective gear will be provided, but it is recommended that scouts bring their own gloves. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. For info, call 512-779-0391 or 512-317-2539, flyer is in the announcement tab of Web site.
Thank you.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
T399 Information & Dates
T399 Parents:
I. Scout meeting on Tuesday, January 20 @ 7 pm, TUMC
#1 Parent Meeting @ 7 pm, TUMC
#2 Scoutmaster conferences and Board of Reviews will be conducted at this meeting.
Please volunteer to help conduct a Board of Reviews. Special thanks to the many
parents who volunteered their time at the meeting to assist with Boards of Review.
We could not do it without you!These conferences and reviews are in preparation
for the January 27th Court of Honor.
II. Camp-outs: Sign-up on-line if your Scout plans on attending. Go to www.troop399.org to sign-up and pay. If you signed up for Cracker-barrel or camp-out leadership (2-deep leadership) you will be contacted by Leslie Benitez. We need two-deep leadership for both campouts.
#1 NASA camp-out, January 23 - 25. Camp Strake & NASA! Tina Chan has agreed
to Ram Rod this campout. If you have any questions contact Tina or Phil Condra.
#2 El Rancho Cima, Backpacking camp-out, February 6 - 8. This is not a misprint,
Tina has agreed to Ram Rod this campout also. If you have any questions contact
Tina or Phil Condra.
III. Special Events
#1 Court of Honor, Tuesday, January 27 @ 7 pm @ TUMC Fellowship Hall. This
is a special ceremony as we honor Scoutmaster Mark Marshall and welcome Dirk
Heinen as our new Scoutmaster. Please make every effort to have your Scout attend.
Class A uniform required.
#2 Spaghetti Supper, February 8 @ 6 pm @ TUMC. Scouts are asked to sell tickets.
They are red tickets and your Scout should have brought some home from Tuesday's
meeting. $6 a person and $20 a family. Last year we had a record crowd, great
fellowship and a wonderful meal. Thanks to Julian Fontana for chairing this
fundraiser again for the Troop. We appreciate your hard work and your great cooking!
I. Scout meeting on Tuesday, January 20 @ 7 pm, TUMC
#1 Parent Meeting @ 7 pm, TUMC
#2 Scoutmaster conferences and Board of Reviews will be conducted at this meeting.
Please volunteer to help conduct a Board of Reviews. Special thanks to the many
parents who volunteered their time at the meeting to assist with Boards of Review.
We could not do it without you!These conferences and reviews are in preparation
for the January 27th Court of Honor.
II. Camp-outs: Sign-up on-line if your Scout plans on attending. Go to www.troop399.org to sign-up and pay. If you signed up for Cracker-barrel or camp-out leadership (2-deep leadership) you will be contacted by Leslie Benitez. We need two-deep leadership for both campouts.
#1 NASA camp-out, January 23 - 25. Camp Strake & NASA! Tina Chan has agreed
to Ram Rod this campout. If you have any questions contact Tina or Phil Condra.
#2 El Rancho Cima, Backpacking camp-out, February 6 - 8. This is not a misprint,
Tina has agreed to Ram Rod this campout also. If you have any questions contact
Tina or Phil Condra.
III. Special Events
#1 Court of Honor, Tuesday, January 27 @ 7 pm @ TUMC Fellowship Hall. This
is a special ceremony as we honor Scoutmaster Mark Marshall and welcome Dirk
Heinen as our new Scoutmaster. Please make every effort to have your Scout attend.
Class A uniform required.
#2 Spaghetti Supper, February 8 @ 6 pm @ TUMC. Scouts are asked to sell tickets.
They are red tickets and your Scout should have brought some home from Tuesday's
meeting. $6 a person and $20 a family. Last year we had a record crowd, great
fellowship and a wonderful meal. Thanks to Julian Fontana for chairing this
fundraiser again for the Troop. We appreciate your hard work and your great cooking!
#3 Just in time for the upcoming Court of Honor! The Casis Elementary School Forest, where several Troop 399 scouts have done Eagle projects, needs volunteers on Saturday, January 17th, beginning at 9:30 AM to remove additional invasive species. Thanks to scouts Sam Faries and Seung yeon Lee, they've all been tagged, so you'll know which ones to remove.
Please come if you can, and bring workgloves, Children are encouraged and welcome.
Don B. Mauro
dmauro21@gmail.com
512/657-0195
"It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping them to install values in young people and, in other ways, to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential.
The values we strive to install are based on those found in the Scout Oath and Law."
Please come if you can, and bring workgloves, Children are encouraged and welcome.
Don B. Mauro
dmauro21@gmail.com
512/657-0195
"It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping them to install values in young people and, in other ways, to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential.
The values we strive to install are based on those found in the Scout Oath and Law."
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