For the newsletter:
* UPCOMING EVENTS
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
* SUMMER CAMP FAMILY NIGHT PREPARATION
* COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS
- POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS – ALL SUMMER LONG
- SPRING LAKE WOODEN BOAT SHOW ON SATURDAY JUNE 5TH.
- ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
- COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
* SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
* NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Troop meetings are wrapped up for the summer, but there are still a lot of Scout activities to do.
June 5th - Community Service Opportunity: Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show at Keenan Marina
June 12th - Elks’ Veterans Dinner
June 13th-19th – Boy Scout Summer Camp
June 16th - Scout Camp Family Night Dinner
July 17 – 25 – High Adventure
August 7th - Volunteers (both adults and scouts needed) needed at the Coast Guard Festival Hot Dog Stand at Grand Haven Elks:
August 20-22 (tentative) - Family Campout: Tentatively, at Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Twp. More details to follow.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary. Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August.
If you have not done so, please sign up ASAP. We need to know how much food to purchase. So far, there are 17 scouts attending camp without family members signed up. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $6 per person age 5 and up.
Family Night Dinner is FREE for Scouts and Attending Leaders. Please sign up by emailing the Treasurer. Do not include scouts/leaders who will be at camp in your RSVP number.
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SUMMER CAMP FAMILY NIGHT PREPARATION
We are in need of helpers for Summer Camp Family Night preparation. If you have time to help out with set-up, please contact the Communications Chair.
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REMEMBER, SELL THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS
If you need more raffle tickets or to turn in what you have sold, contact the Scoutmaster.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS – ALL SUMMER LONG
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
Raffle tickets will also be sold at the Grand Haven Music Night on Tuesday.
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CSO: SPRING LAKE WOODEN BOAT SHOW ON SATURDAY JUNE 5TH
Come down to the Keenan Marina on Saturday, June 5th and help us out at the Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show. We need volunteers to cover the following times:
Two scouts: from 8:45-5pm
One adult: from 8:45- noon
One - Two scouts: 8:45-noon
Two Scouts: Noon-5
Contact the Scoutmaster if you or your scout may assist. Not only is this a great way to give back to your community during Heritage Festival, but community service is a requirement for rank advancement.
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CSO: ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
On Saturday, June 12th, the Elks’ Lodge is sponsoring a dinner for veterans. They need scouts to assist with serving and clean-up from 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Contact the Scoutmaster if you or your scout may assist.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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CSO: COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
On August 7th, scouts are asked to volunteer their time running the hot dog stand at the Grand Haven Elks during the Coast Guard Festival.
Please contact the Scoutmaster if your scout is available.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
TROOP 14 POST-MEETING UPDATE For Thursday, May 27th
* INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
* THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
* MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
* NEWSLETTER UPDATE
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Please pack a change of clothes to bring on the bus for after the parade (see below). Our suitcases will be packed in the under bus storage compartments. We will not be able to access that storage at the race track.
Slides will not be required and should not be brought. Other items are listed below.
We'll return @ Holmes Elementary late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight).
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THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
Mr. L. was kind enough to put together a list of things Scouts (and parents) may need for the Indy 500.
1. Ear Plugs or ear muffs. The race is extremely loud - as loud as any rock concert you’ve been to - and it lasts much longer.
2. Sunscreen and hats. Our seats are on the north end of the track looking south into the sun. Adults are not allowed to put sunscreen on the boys unless it is their own boy. Make sure your child is aware of that. Being very fair-skinned, I’ll remind as many kids as I can, but ultimately I can only remind them.
3. Travel shirts: wear them Saturday morning when you show up.
4. Full Class A uniform with long pants. No neckerchief slide: just tie it. Shorts are not permitted for the parade regardless of the temperature.
5. Ground mat, either foam or inflatable. The boys will most likely speed on the floor. The bunks that adults sleep on are solid wood and just as hard as the floor.
6. Pillow/sleeping bag.
7. A change of clothes for after the parade. We are not allowed to keep the uniforms on after the parade. In past years, the uniform becomes a magnet for unruly people. I would suggest a small bag (you can share one if you’re going with your boy) to hold the change of clothes on the bus. The sleeping bags, pillows, main bags will be put into the cargo hold under the bus, so it won’t be easy to get to a change of clothes unless it is on the bus with the boys/adults.
8. Things to do on the bus. The boys will be spending many hours on the bus and need to stay in their seats. Electronics such as gameboys, ipods, etc. are OK for the bus ride. They will not be able to use them at the camp…just on the bus. Books, puzzles, cards, etc are also encouraged. Boys can bring Frisbees, footballs, cards etc. for Saturday night at the camp.
YIS, Mr. L.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Once again, it's time for the Memorial Day Parade.
We will meet at 9:30 am at Dollar General. The parade is at 10 am.
Wear your Class A uniform and bring comfortable shoes and water.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $6 per person age 5 and up.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
Parents are reminded to continue to sell raffle tickets.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
Next newsletter will come out June 7th.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmaster.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that newsletters go out weekly (on Monday) through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
* THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
* MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
* NEWSLETTER UPDATE
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Please pack a change of clothes to bring on the bus for after the parade (see below). Our suitcases will be packed in the under bus storage compartments. We will not be able to access that storage at the race track.
Slides will not be required and should not be brought. Other items are listed below.
We'll return @ Holmes Elementary late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight).
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THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
Mr. L. was kind enough to put together a list of things Scouts (and parents) may need for the Indy 500.
1. Ear Plugs or ear muffs. The race is extremely loud - as loud as any rock concert you’ve been to - and it lasts much longer.
2. Sunscreen and hats. Our seats are on the north end of the track looking south into the sun. Adults are not allowed to put sunscreen on the boys unless it is their own boy. Make sure your child is aware of that. Being very fair-skinned, I’ll remind as many kids as I can, but ultimately I can only remind them.
3. Travel shirts: wear them Saturday morning when you show up.
4. Full Class A uniform with long pants. No neckerchief slide: just tie it. Shorts are not permitted for the parade regardless of the temperature.
5. Ground mat, either foam or inflatable. The boys will most likely speed on the floor. The bunks that adults sleep on are solid wood and just as hard as the floor.
6. Pillow/sleeping bag.
7. A change of clothes for after the parade. We are not allowed to keep the uniforms on after the parade. In past years, the uniform becomes a magnet for unruly people. I would suggest a small bag (you can share one if you’re going with your boy) to hold the change of clothes on the bus. The sleeping bags, pillows, main bags will be put into the cargo hold under the bus, so it won’t be easy to get to a change of clothes unless it is on the bus with the boys/adults.
8. Things to do on the bus. The boys will be spending many hours on the bus and need to stay in their seats. Electronics such as gameboys, ipods, etc. are OK for the bus ride. They will not be able to use them at the camp…just on the bus. Books, puzzles, cards, etc are also encouraged. Boys can bring Frisbees, footballs, cards etc. for Saturday night at the camp.
YIS, Mr. L.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Once again, it's time for the Memorial Day Parade.
We will meet at 9:30 am at Dollar General. The parade is at 10 am.
Wear your Class A uniform and bring comfortable shoes and water.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $6 per person age 5 and up.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
Parents are reminded to continue to sell raffle tickets.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
Next newsletter will come out June 7th.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmaster.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that newsletters go out weekly (on Monday) through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
TROOP 14 POST MEETING UPDATE For Thursday, May 20th
* QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
* RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
* POPCORN @ THE POINT
* NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD - ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
We're still missing tents and other equipment from the May Hike. If you haven't yet turned in your stuff, please contact the Quartermaster.
If you have a tent, be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
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RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM (Last Meeting of the School Year)
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th (see note below)
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please sign-up with the Scoutmaster.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Slides will not be required and should not be brought.
We'll return late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight). Information on the Indy trip are available in the Parent Committee notes; an itinerary will also be available in Monday's newsletter.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts and Leaders at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
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KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
As you know from our Parents Meeting, the Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. If you haven't picked yours up yet, contact the Scoutmaster.
Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago each scout received $2.85 per ticket sold in their accounts.
PARENTS, NOT SCOUTS, should be selling and entering the raffle. Other local organizations have had trouble with this as it is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to be selling or participating in a raffle.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
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NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
Troop 14 has two new Eagle Scouts. They worked very hard to earn this rank and everyone in the troop is very proud of them.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am, one of our scouts will be carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, another one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
He also asked:
"To fund my Eagle project, I will be collecting bottles to deposit during the rest of the month. If everyone could please help me out by bringing there deposits from home, work, or other family members to the troop meetings, I would be very thankful! "
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to communications@troop14sl.com.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include:
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmasters.
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! They are in.
* Deposits for Summer Camp are past due and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts,parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
PLEASE NOTE: The Communications Chair will have limited access to email May 24th-26th, due to the SLIS 5th Grade Camping Trip.
* RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
* POPCORN @ THE POINT
* NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD - ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
We're still missing tents and other equipment from the May Hike. If you haven't yet turned in your stuff, please contact the Quartermaster.
If you have a tent, be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
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RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM (Last Meeting of the School Year)
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th (see note below)
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please sign-up with the Scoutmaster.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Slides will not be required and should not be brought.
We'll return late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight). Information on the Indy trip are available in the Parent Committee notes; an itinerary will also be available in Monday's newsletter.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts and Leaders at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
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KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
As you know from our Parents Meeting, the Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. If you haven't picked yours up yet, contact the Scoutmaster.
Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago each scout received $2.85 per ticket sold in their accounts.
PARENTS, NOT SCOUTS, should be selling and entering the raffle. Other local organizations have had trouble with this as it is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to be selling or participating in a raffle.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
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NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
Troop 14 has two new Eagle Scouts. They worked very hard to earn this rank and everyone in the troop is very proud of them.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am, one of our scouts will be carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, another one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
He also asked:
"To fund my Eagle project, I will be collecting bottles to deposit during the rest of the month. If everyone could please help me out by bringing there deposits from home, work, or other family members to the troop meetings, I would be very thankful! "
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to communications@troop14sl.com.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include:
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmasters.
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! They are in.
* Deposits for Summer Camp are past due and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts,parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
PLEASE NOTE: The Communications Chair will have limited access to email May 24th-26th, due to the SLIS 5th Grade Camping Trip.
Monday, May 17, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, May 17th
* SCOUT MEETING - Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM
* PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communication Chair for more information.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
ALL TENTS from this year's May Hike MUST be returned THIS TUESDAY, May 18th.
Be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
If you have any questions, contact the Quartermaster.
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RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM (More information below)
* Scout Meeting: Scout Elections and First-year Scouts Work on First Aid Kit and Wilderness Survival Kits
* Parent Committee Meeting at the same time and place
* Raffle Tickets available - Adults may check them out in groups of 5, 10 or 25.
* Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each age 5 and up; )
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM
* Ice Cream Sundae Bar and Game Night- for Scouts and Leaders
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please contact the Scoutmaster for more information.
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SCOUT MEETING - Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM
Scout Elections: Many advancements require Scouts to hold position of responsibility. The following positions are open for election:
* Patrol Leaders: 3 available
* Quartermaster: 1 available
* Troop Adventure Coordinator: 1 available
* Den Chief Positions: 5 available by appointment - See the Scoutmaster
* First years must consult with the Scoutmaster prior to appointment.
NOTE: Information regarding position responsibilities and requirements may be found at: http://www.troop14sl.com/leaders.html
First Year Scout will work on First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kits. A Troop Guide will bring in examples of each. The new scouts must assemble their own kits as part of the advancement requirements. This may be completed before, by or after summer camp. Plan on having it done by the end of September.
Note: The earlier the better! A list of required components will be provided at the next meeting.
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PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
All Scout parents are invited to attend. We'll be discussing information on Indy, Summer Camp, High Adventure and the Canoe Family Campout in August.
We'll also distribute raffle tickets to PARENTS. These are available in packs of 10 or 25 (Responsible for returning ticket or cost of $5 each).
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering
by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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END-OF-YEAR ICE CREAM PARTY
Plans are being made for an end of year ice cream party. We are wondering if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would be willing to help us out. If so, please contact the Communications Chair.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am (please note new time), one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! Contact the Finance Chair.
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communication Chair for more information.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
ALL TENTS from this year's May Hike MUST be returned THIS TUESDAY, May 18th.
Be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
If you have any questions, contact the Quartermaster.
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RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM (More information below)
* Scout Meeting: Scout Elections and First-year Scouts Work on First Aid Kit and Wilderness Survival Kits
* Parent Committee Meeting at the same time and place
* Raffle Tickets available - Adults may check them out in groups of 5, 10 or 25.
* Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each age 5 and up; )
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM
* Ice Cream Sundae Bar and Game Night- for Scouts and Leaders
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please contact the Scoutmaster for more information.
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SCOUT MEETING - Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM
Scout Elections: Many advancements require Scouts to hold position of responsibility. The following positions are open for election:
* Patrol Leaders: 3 available
* Quartermaster: 1 available
* Troop Adventure Coordinator: 1 available
* Den Chief Positions: 5 available by appointment - See the Scoutmaster
* First years must consult with the Scoutmaster prior to appointment.
NOTE: Information regarding position responsibilities and requirements may be found at: http://www.troop14sl.com/leaders.html
First Year Scout will work on First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kits. A Troop Guide will bring in examples of each. The new scouts must assemble their own kits as part of the advancement requirements. This may be completed before, by or after summer camp. Plan on having it done by the end of September.
Note: The earlier the better! A list of required components will be provided at the next meeting.
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PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
All Scout parents are invited to attend. We'll be discussing information on Indy, Summer Camp, High Adventure and the Canoe Family Campout in August.
We'll also distribute raffle tickets to PARENTS. These are available in packs of 10 or 25 (Responsible for returning ticket or cost of $5 each).
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering
by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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END-OF-YEAR ICE CREAM PARTY
Plans are being made for an end of year ice cream party. We are wondering if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would be willing to help us out. If so, please contact the Communications Chair.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am (please note new time), one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! Contact the Finance Chair.
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
END-OF-YEAR ICE CREAM PARTY
Plans are being made for an end of year ice cream party. We are wondering
if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would
be willing to help us out. If so, please contact Amy Hendrickson at
hendrickson44@hotmail.com.
if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would
be willing to help us out. If so, please contact Amy Hendrickson at
hendrickson44@hotmail.com.
Monday, May 10, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, May 10, 2010
SCOUT AND PARENT REMINDERS IN BRIEF
* STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
Despite all our best efforts, it appears that some flowers orders were crossed during pick-up.
Please check your SUPERTUNIAS and be sure you got the correct colors. We are still looking for the 3 BLUE Supertunias that taken someone in error. We have the 3 PINK Supertunias and will swap them for the blue ones.
We want to make sure all of our customers get what they ordered. Please contact the Flower Sale Coordinator for more information.
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NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of
veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
One of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers on Saturday, May 22nd, @ 9 a.m.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communication Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
Despite all our best efforts, it appears that some flowers orders were crossed during pick-up.
Please check your SUPERTUNIAS and be sure you got the correct colors. We are still looking for the 3 BLUE Supertunias that taken someone in error. We have the 3 PINK Supertunias and will swap them for the blue ones.
We want to make sure all of our customers get what they ordered. Please contact the Flower Sale Coordinator for more information.
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NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of
veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
One of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers on Saturday, May 22nd, @ 9 a.m.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communication Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
TROOP 14 POST-MEETING UPDATE For Wednesday, May 5th 2010
SCOUT AND PARENT REMINDERS IN BRIEF
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
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THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
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NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
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NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
Monday, May 3, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, May 3, 2010
SCOUT AND PARENT REMINDERS IN BRIEF
* TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th
Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
Please note new time!
On May 4th, all Scouts are invited to play Laser Tag, miniature golf and arcade games at the Lost City in Holland.
Scouts will meet at Holmes Elementary at 6:00 PM and then carpool to the Lost City in Holland. The Lost City is located on 12330 James St in Holland. If we meet at Holmes by 6:00 PM, we should arrive at Lost City by 7:00. We should be back at Holmes school by 9:00 PM.
!!We desperately need parents to drive!!
For this event, we will break the group into 3 teams of 15 people each. Team A will play team B in the first game of laser tag. Team C will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. Then, Team A will play team C and Team B will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. And finally Team B will play Team C as team A plays miniature golf and/of arcade games. Each laser tag game lasts about 30 minutes with 20 of playing time and 10 of setup/dismantle.
Please note that this is NOT a Scout function. Scouts do not have to wear uniforms and are encouraged to wear dark clothes for laser tag.
Admission cannot be charged to your account. Admission is $12.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
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THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
A cycling merit badge will be offered. Sign up will be done online via email. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace. When emailing, please note your rank in the troop.
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TRAVEL SHIRTS AVAILABLE! BUY THEM NOW!
If you plan on going to the Indy trip (or High Adventure), Scouts and their parents must purchase the red Scout travel shirts. Cost is $18. Shirts are sized for adults and go from S to 2X.
Order your shirt by contacting the Finance Chair.
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BSA HEALTH FORMS AND PERMISSION SLIPS
We have a number of great Scout events coming up shortly and need a few things from parents.
*Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
*Remember, if your Scout has signed up for an event, such as the Indy Trip, Summer Camp and High Adventure, we need BOTH a completed BSA health form and a permission slip. These can be downloaded at:
http://www.troop14sl.com/camping.html.
Note: With the health form, Parts A and C must be completed for ANY Scout Event. Part B must be completed by a physician. Part B is needed for Scout Camp and High Adventure.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th
Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
Please note new time!
On May 4th, all Scouts are invited to play Laser Tag, miniature golf and arcade games at the Lost City in Holland.
Scouts will meet at Holmes Elementary at 6:00 PM and then carpool to the Lost City in Holland. The Lost City is located on 12330 James St in Holland. If we meet at Holmes by 6:00 PM, we should arrive at Lost City by 7:00. We should be back at Holmes school by 9:00 PM.
!!We desperately need parents to drive!!
For this event, we will break the group into 3 teams of 15 people each. Team A will play team B in the first game of laser tag. Team C will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. Then, Team A will play team C and Team B will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. And finally Team B will play Team C as team A plays miniature golf and/of arcade games. Each laser tag game lasts about 30 minutes with 20 of playing time and 10 of setup/dismantle.
Please note that this is NOT a Scout function. Scouts do not have to wear uniforms and are encouraged to wear dark clothes for laser tag.
Admission cannot be charged to your account. Admission is $12.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
A cycling merit badge will be offered. Sign up will be done online via email. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace. When emailing, please note your rank in the troop.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
TRAVEL SHIRTS AVAILABLE! BUY THEM NOW!
If you plan on going to the Indy trip (or High Adventure), Scouts and their parents must purchase the red Scout travel shirts. Cost is $18. Shirts are sized for adults and go from S to 2X.
Order your shirt by contacting the Finance Chair.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
BSA HEALTH FORMS AND PERMISSION SLIPS
We have a number of great Scout events coming up shortly and need a few things from parents.
*Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
*Remember, if your Scout has signed up for an event, such as the Indy Trip, Summer Camp and High Adventure, we need BOTH a completed BSA health form and a permission slip. These can be downloaded at:
http://www.troop14sl.com/camping.html.
Note: With the health form, Parts A and C must be completed for ANY Scout Event. Part B must be completed by a physician. Part B is needed for Scout Camp and High Adventure.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
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