Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, December 12th

WINTER COURT OF HONOR: THIS TUESDAY

When: Tuesday, December 13th at 7pm
Where: SLMS

Scouts should be dressed in full Class A uniforms.

Families are invited to help recognize the achievements of our scouts. Please bring a dessert to pass for the reception immediately following the ceremony.

We'll also be making updates on the upcoming High Adventures and this year's Klondyk.

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EAGLE PROJECT HELP: LOOKING FOR RETURNABLES!

One of our scouts is working on his Eagle Project and needs some help. If you have returnable cans, please bring them to this Tuesday's meeting.

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GO GEAR OFFER!!

See the email newsletter for more information

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HAUNTED HALL BOWLING CELEBRATION

When: December 18th at 2pm
Where: Sherman Bowling Lanes in Muskegon

Anyone who volunteered at the Haunted Hall is invited to go. Please RSVP. See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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EUCHRE TOURNAMENT

Every year, the Troop meets over the holiday break for food, fun, and an awesome trophy. Even if you've never played Euchre before, card sharps are on hand to get you up to speed.

When: 6-9pm December 27th
Cost: $5
See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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CABERFAE SKI TRIP

When: January 20-22, 2012
Where: Caberfae Peaks, Cadillac
Cost: $125.00
Includes: transportation, food, overnight accommodations, ski rentals ($5.00 extra for snowboard) helmets required cost is $3.00. This would be the maximum cost and could be lower. Sign up at Troop meetings or see the emailed newsletter for more information.

Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for December 5th

NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH.

This will also be Scoutmaster Conferences and Board of Review.

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WINTER COURT OF HONOR

When: Tuesday, December 13th at 7pm
Where: SLMS

Families are invited to help recognize the achievements of our scouts. Please bring a dessert to pass for the reception immediately following the ceremony.

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HAUNTED HALL BOWLING CELEBRATION

When: December 18th at 2pm
Where: Sherman Bowling Lanes in Muskegon

Anyone who volunteered at the Haunted Hall is invited to go. See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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HIGH ADVENTURE UPDATES

At the Parent Meeting, we talked about the next two High Adventures.

2012 - Gettysburg/Hiking the Appalachian Trail
Cost ~$275
Scouts need first class rank.

2013 - Summit Bechtel Reserve
Cost just rose to $1500.
July 13th through 24th

More information will be available at the Court of Honor.

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EUCHRE TOURNAMENT

Every year, the Troop meets over the holiday break for food, fun, and an awesome trophy. Even if you've never played Euchre before, card sharps are on hand to get you up to speed.

When: 6-9pm December 27th
Cost: $5

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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CABERFAE SKI TRIP

When: January 20-22, 2012
Where: Caberfae Peaks, Cadillac
Cost: $125.00
Includes: transportation, food, overnight accommodations, ski rentals ($5.00 extra for snowboard) helmets required cost is $3.00. This would be the maximum cost and could be lower. Sign up at Troop meetings or see the emailed newsletter for more information.

Midweek Update for December 1st, 2011

DECEMBER ADVANCEMENT DEADLINE SOON!

Merit badge deadline: Sunday, December 4th

The most recent Merit Badge Counselor's list is available. If you cannot access this link, please reply to this email.

SCOUT MUST get info to the troop after having met with the merit badge counselor!

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NEXT SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH.

Board of Review: Tuesday, December 6th.

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WINTER COURT OF HONOR

When: Tuesday, December 13th at 7pm
Where: SLMS

Families are invited to help recognize the achievements of our scouts. Please bring a dessert to pass for the reception immediately following the ceremony.

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HAUNTED HALL BOWLING CELEBRATION

When: December 18th at 2pm
Where: Sherman Bowling Lanes in Muskegon

Anyone who volunteered at the Haunted Hall is invited to go. See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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HIGH ADVENTURE UPDATES

At the Parent Meeting, we talked about the next two High Adventures.

2012 - Gettysburg/Hiking the Appalachian Trail
Cost ~$275
Scouts need first class rank.

2013 - Summit Bechtel Reserve
Cost just rose to $1500.
July 13th through 24th

More information will be available at the Court of Honor.

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EUCHRE TOURNAMENT

Every year, the Troop meets over the holiday break for food, fun, and an awesome trophy. Even if you've never played Euchre before, card sharps are on hand to get you up to speed.

When: 6-9pm December 27th
Cost: $5

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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CABERFAE SKI TRIP

When: January 20-22, 2012
Where: Caberfae Peaks, Cadillac
Cost: $125.00
Includes: transportation, food, overnight accommodations, ski rentals ($5.00 extra for snowboard) helmets required cost is $3.00. This would be the maximum cost and could be lower. Sign up at Troop meetings or see the emailed newsletter for more information.

Troop 14 Weekly Update for Monday, November 28th

TROOP 14's LATEST EAGLE

Troop 14 has a new eagle! See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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THIS WEEK'S MEETING

Where: SLMS
When: 7PM

Note: Notes from last week's Parent Meeting will be available after 8PM tomorrow (Monday). Please reply to this email for a copy.

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DECEMBER ADVANCEMENT DEADLINE SOON!

Merit badge deadline: Sunday, December 4th

The most recent Merit Badge Counselor's list is available. If you cannot access this link, please reply to this email.

SCOUTS MUST get info in after having met with the merit badge counselor!

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NEXT SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH.

Board of Review: Tuesday, December 6th.

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CANDLE ORDERS

For those interested, by popular demand, a second candle sale is being held. Orders and money are due November 29 at the Troop Meeting. Orders will be available for pickup Monday, December 19th at Pack 3054’s meeting at the Spring Lake Baptist Church between 6:00-8:30pm.

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SALESMANSHIP MERIT BADGE

23 scouts have a partial on this one! See the emailed newsletter about how to finish it up with the current candle sale!

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WINTER COURT OF HONOR

When: Tuesday, December 13th at 7pm
Where: SLMS

Families are invited to help recognize the achievements of our scouts. Please bring a dessert to pass for the reception immediately following the ceremony.

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HAUNTED HALL BOWLING CELEBRATION

When: December 18th at 2pm
Where: Sherman Bowling Lanes in Muskegon

Anyone who volunteered at the Haunted Hall is invited to go. See the emailed newsletter for information on how to RSVP.

Troop 14 Weekly Update for Monday, November 21st

TROOP 14'S HAS A NEW EAGLE

See the newsletter for more information.

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THIS WEEK'S MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW AND PARENT MEETING

Where: Haunted Hall (at first), then SLMS
When: 7PM

First, we'll get a picture of the Scouts with the 4,500 pounds of food that they raised. Then, we'll go back to SLMS for

Troop meeting
Board of reviews
Parent meeting

Note: Merit Badges needed for rank advancement may not be completed the same night as the Board of Review.
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PATROL LEADER CONFERENCE

The PLC meeting will be at 6:30 at Haunted Hall.

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DECEMBER ADVANCEMENT DEADLINE SOON!

Merit badge deadline: Sunday, December 4th

SCOUT MUST get info to the scoutmaster or merit badge counselor after having met with them!

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NEXT SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH.

Board of Review: Tuesday, December 6th.

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CANDLE ORDERS ARE IN!

PLEASE PLAN ON PICKING THEM UP AT TUESDAY’S MEETING!

For those interested, by popular demand, a second candle sale is being held. Orders and money are due November 29 at the Troop Meeting. Orders will be available for pickup Monday, December 19th at Pack 3054’s meeting at the Spring Lake Baptist Church between 6:00-8:30pm.

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SALESMANSHIP MERIT BADGE

23 scouts have a partial on this one! See the email newsletter to finish it up with the current candle sale!

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WINTER COURT OF HONOR

When: Tuesday, December 13th at 7pm
Where: SLMS

Families are invited to help recognize the achievements of our scouts. Please bring a dessert to pass for the reception immediately following the ceremony.

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HAUNTED HALL BOWLING CELEBRATION

When: December 18th at 2pm
Where: Sherman Bowling Lanes in Muskegon

Anyone who volunteered at the Haunted Hall is invited to go. See the email newsletter to RSVP.

Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for November 14th

NEXT MEETING: FLAG REMOVAL CEREMONY

Troop 14 will be removing veterans' flags from the graves at the Spring Lake Cemetary for the winter on November 15th at 6pm.

Depending on participation, this will take 20-40 minutes. Immediately following, hotdogs and hot chocolate will be provided at Spring Lake's Central Park.

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ALSO ON TUESDAY... GRAND RIVER GREENWAY OPENING CELEBRATION

Thank you Troop 14 for contributing! Please join in the opening ceremonies at Mill Point Park:
Guided Wetland Tours: 4:45 pm
Opening Cermeony: 5:15 pm

More information is available here:
http://www.mlive.com/grand-haven/index.ssf/2011/11/grand_river_greenway_dedicatio.html

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HAUNTED HALL TEAR DOWN

Yes, we are stll at it! With enough help, perhaps it will be done with two more days! We can use help on Wednesday, November 16 from 6-8:30 and Saturday, November 19th from 10-4.

Note: Youth 13 and under need to be accompanied by a parent.

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DECEMBER ADVANCEMENT

Merit Badge Deadline to be considered for Advancement: Sunday, December 4 (SCOUT MUST get info to Mr. Warner or Mr. Brower after having met with merit badge counselor!)

Scoutmaster Conferences: Tuesday, December 6th.

Board of Review: Tuesday, December 6th.

COURT OF HONOR: Tuesday, December 13, Dessert Buffet at SLMS Gym. Bring a Dessert to pass!

TROOP 14 MIDWEEK UPDATE for November 9th, 2011

TROOP 14 FLAG RETIRING CEREMONY - RESCHEDULED

The flag retirement ceremony has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 12th at 7 PM. We will be retiring flags at Camp Braak.

PLEASE BRING YOUR SCOUT SHIRTS
If you are attending the ceremony and the Iron Chef, please wear/bring your scout shirt!!

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HAUNTED HALL TEAR-DOWN

We have got most of it tore down but we are still in need of help Sunday 11/13 1pm-4pm

Youth under 13 and under must work with a parent!

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

When: Friday through Sunday, November 11th through 13th
Meet at Camp Braak at 6pm.
You should have eaten before you come out to the camp.

Camp Braak is a troop campground, located between Coast Guard Park and North Beach (North Shore) Park. If you go by it by day, it looks like a metal fence. You won’t be able to see it until the night of the ceremony when we will have a bonfire going.

Bring your thinking caps for the meals on Sat. night and the Secret Ingredient...
Make sure you check the cold weather camping on what to bring to be prepared.

WE ARE SHORT ON TENTS!! If you have one, please bring it.

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FLAG REMOVAL CEREMONY

Troop 14 will be removing veterans' flags from the graves for the winter on November 15th at 6pm.

Hot dog cookout will be served in Central Park afterwards.

Additional reminders to the Troop 14 Weekend Newsletter

HAUNTED HALL TEAR-DOWN
We have got most of it tore down but we are still in need of help
Weds.11/7,11/9 6pm-8:30, Sunday 11/13 1pm-4pm

Youth under 13 and under must work with a parent!

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TUESDAY: TROOP 14 FLAG RETIRING CEREMONY

REMINDER We will be retiring flags in an outdoor ceremony at Camp Braak at 7pm.

Camp Braak is a troop campground, located between Coast Guard Park and North Beach (North Shore) Park. If you go by it by day, it looks like a metal fence. You won?t be able to see it until the night of the ceremony when we will have a bonfire going.

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

When: Friday through Sunday, November 11th through 13th Meet at Camp Braak at 6pm.
You should have eaten before you come out to the camp.
Cost is $20
Bring your thinking caps for the meals on Sat. night and the Secret Ingredient...
Make sure you check the cold weather camping on what to bring to be prepared.

WE ARE SHORT ON TENTS!! If you have one, please bring it.

Troop 14 Weekend Newsletter

ALERT

One of the leaders in our troop had their email compromised. You would have received a very believable sounding message about an emergency and a request for money. If you received this, please don't respond in any way.

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HAUNTED HALL TEAR-DOWN
Saturday (today), 11/5: Until-5pm; Sunday, 11/6: 1pm-4pm.

Youth under 13 and under must work with a parent!

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2012 HAUNTED HALL MEETING

We are looking for an art director for next year. Please attend a meeting at 6pm.

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VENTURING CREW 9014 MEETING

Meeting on Sunday, 4pm at Haunted Hall

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TROOP 14 FLAG RETIRING CEREMONY

We will be retiring flags in an outdoor ceremony at Camp Braak on November 8th at 7pm.

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

When: Friday through Sunday, November 11th through 13th

Get ready for this year's Iron Chef.

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FLAG REMOVAL CEREMONY

Troop 14 will be removing veterans' flags from the graves for the winter on November 15th at 6pm.

Hot dog cookout will be served in Central Park afterwards.

Troop 14 Midweek Update for October 27th, 2011

HAUNTED HALL OPERATIONS STAFFING

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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TROOP 14 FLAG RETIRING CEREMONY

We will be retiring flags in an outdoor ceremony at Camp Barak on November 8th. This will take place at the same time as our usual troop meeting.

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CANDLE FUNDRAISER & POPCORN FUNDRAISER

Order forms and money are due November 1st.

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FLAG REMOVAL CEREMONY

Troop 14 will be removing veterans' flags from the graves for the winter on November 15th at 6pm.

Hot dog cookout will be served in Central Park afterwards.

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

When: Friday through Sunday, November 11th through 13th

Get ready for this year's Iron Chef.

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WYLD IS CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR THEME IDEAS FOR HAUNTED HALL 2012

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

Troop 14 Midweek Update for October 21st, 2011

Notes from this past week's Parents' Meeting will be available by the next newsletter.

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LOST AND FOUND ITEMS

Items found after troop meetings will now be placed in the Spring Lake Middle School lost and found.

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CIT IN THE COMM BADGE

Lately, the troop has been working on getting the Citizen in the Community Badge. Requirement #8 requires scouts to write a letter to elected officials. You can view the template for the letter at the link below.

http://www.troop14sl.com/documents/CitNatLetter.doc

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HAUNTED HALL

See the emailed newsletter for more details.

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TROOP 14 FLAG RETIRING CEREMONY

We will be retiring flags in an outdoor ceremony at Camp Barak on November 8. We will be cutting flags on November 1st.

If you have an old flag that needs to be retired, please have your scout bring it.

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CANDLE FUNDRAISER

...has been extended by two weeks.

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POPCORN FUNDRAISER

Order forms and money are due November 6th.

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FLAG REMOVEL CEREMONY

Troop 14 will be removing veterans' flags from the graves for the winter on November 15th at 6pm.

Hot dog cookout will be served in Central Park afterwards.

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

When: Friday through Sunday, November 11th through 13th

Get ready for this year's Iron Chef.

Troop 14 Weekly Update for October 17th

TROOP 14 PARENTS’ MEETING
This Tuesday during the Scout meeting
7 PM
Middle School Auditorium
If you recently sign up for a merit badge counselor, there was additional paperwork that needed to be filled out. You must have the BSA adult leader application with the job position code 42 and must have taken Youth Protection. If you have a copy of the Youth Protection certificate, please bring a copy to Tuesday’s meeting.

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HAUNTED HALL OPERATIONS STAFFING
See the emailed newsletter for more info.

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PORT CITY RC SCOUT EVENT
...has been postponed. We’ll post a new date and time soon.

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TROOP 14 FLAG RETIRING CEREMONY
We will be retiring flags in a ceremony on November 8. We will be cutting flags on November 1st.

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IRON CHEF – 11/11-11/13
Get ready for this year’s Iron Chef. More details to follow.

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CITIZEN IN THE COMMUNITY MERIT BADGE

One requirement for this merit badge is to attend a government meeting and write a short report about something discussed where there was several points of view addressed. The next Village Council meeting, October 17, have Boy Scouts from Troop 14 requesting approval for Eagle Projects. If attending, please wear the Class A scout uniform.

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PERSONAL FITNESS MERIT BADGE

Boys who are participating in Fall sports should consider starting the Personal Fitness merit badge now. Badge requirements include following a 90-day physical fitness program, and keeping a log of the workouts. Sports practices and games/races CAN be used to meet most of this requirement! See the email newsletter to get started on this Eagle-required badge.

Midweek Update for October 5th

LOST AND FOUND

A scout book was lost at last night's meeting. Please reply to this email if you accidentally picked this up.

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HAUNTED HALL CONSTRUCTION

Adults are encouraged to help out and 'sweeten' the rooms for the upcoming weekend.

WHEN: TONIGHT (October 5th) from 6:00 to 8:30pm.

This is for adults-only. Please no scouts or kids.

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UPDATED: HAUNTED HALL REVISED STAFFING NOTIFICATION

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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HAUNTED HALL FLYERS

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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DEN CHIEF & ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER TRAINING

If you are thinking of becoming a den chief or an assistant scoutmaster, there are two trainings coming up just for you.

Den Chief Training
WHEN: Saturday October 15, 2010
WHERE: Evergreen Elementary in Allendale from 9:00am-4:00pm.
Cost: $10.00 per person before October 7th, $15 after that date.

Den chief training includes lunch.

Pre-order a Den Chief Handbook for only $5.99 and it will be at the conference for you. You must pre-register to attend.

Assistant Scoutmaster Training
WHEN: Saturday October 15, 2010
WHERE: Evergreen Elementary in Allendale from 8:00am-5:00pm

You should already have the pre-requisites completed of Youth Protection, Fast Start and This is Scouting.

Lunch can be purchased for $5.00 but must pre-order. Leaders books range in cost $4.99-$15.99 there will be limited amounts at the training so you can pick yours up at Council if you would like.

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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CITIZEN IN THE COMMUNITY MERIT BADGE

One requirement for this merit badge is to attend a government meeting and write a short report about something discussed where there was several points of view addressed. The next Village Council meeting, October 17, have Boy Scouts from Troop 14 requesting approval for Eagle Projects. If attending, please wear the Class A scout uniform.

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PERSONAL FITNESS MERIT BADGE

Boys who are participating in Fall sports should consider starting the Personal Fitness merit badge now. Badge requirements include following a 90-day physical fitness program, and keeping a log of the workouts. Sports practices and games/races CAN be used to meet most of this requirement! See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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PORT CITY RADIO CONTROL AIRPLANE CLUB

Port City Radio Control Airplane Club will be hosting a RC airplane training for 25 scouts at the Muskegon Air Field on Sunday, October 16th.

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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VENTURE CREW UPDATES

Check the crew out on Facebook: Venture Crew 9014!

This week’s adventure: Visit to Erebus, a four-story haunted attraction in Detroit!
Later this month: Overnight campout!

Note: Facebook has the Crew’s Fall/Winter events listed!

Troop 14 Midweek (Sorta) Update

VENTURING CREW MEETING
Meet us this Sunday, 4pm at the HH.

PATROL LEADER COUNCIL MEETING
Meets this Tuesday at 6:30pm before the Troop meeting.

TROOP MEETING
Meets this Tuesday at 7pm.

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HAUNTED HALL INFORMATION

Is included in the newsletter.

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CITIZEN IN THE COMMUNITY MERIT BADGE

One requirement for this merit badge is to attend a government meeting and write a short report about something discussed where there was several points of view addressed. The next two Village Council meetings, October 3 and 17, have Boy Scouts from Troop 14 requesting approval for Eagle Projects. If attending, please wear the Class A scout uniform.

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DEN CHIEF & ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER TRAINING

If you are thinking of becoming a den chief or an assistant scoutmaster, there are two trainings coming up just for you.

Den Chief Training
WHEN: Saturday October 15, 2010
WHERE: Evergreen Elementary in Allendale from 9:00am-4:00pm.
Cost: $10.00 per person before October 7th, $15 after that date.

Den chief training includes lunch.

Pre-order a Den Chief Handbook for only $5.99 and it will be at the conference for you. You must pre-register to attend.

Assistant Scoutmaster Training
WHEN: Saturday October 15, 2010
WHERE: Evergreen Elementary in Allendale from 8:00am-5:00pm

You should already have the pre-requisites completed of Youth Protection, Fast Start and This is Scouting.

Lunch can be purchased for $5.00 but must pre-order. Leaders books range in cost $4.99-$15.99 there will be limited amounts at the training so you can pick yours up at Council if you would like.

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NEEDED: MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS

In the last newsletter, the link for some of the forms didn't work.

List of Merit Badges & the Ones That Need Counselors (circled) - May take a few minutes to load.
http://troop14sl.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b581033b10dd5337c476d5b80&id=780a3a077e&e=c58e4a2e8a

Merit Badge Counselor Form
http://troop14sl.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=b581033b10dd5337c476d5b80&id=3a6915d582&e=c58e4a2e8a counselor_form.pdf

BSA Applications
http://troop14sl.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=b581033b10dd5337c476d5b80&id=219fecb433&e=c58e4a2e8a
plication.pdf

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PORT CITY RADIO CONTROL AIRPLANE CLUB

Port City Radio Control Airplane Club will be hosting a RC airplane training for 25 scouts at the Muskegon Air Field on Sunday, October 16th.

Find out more about the event by going to the website, http://www.myportcityrc.com.

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PERSONAL FITNESS MERIT BADGE

Boys who are participating in Fall sports should consider starting the Personal Fitness merit badge now. Badge requirements include following a 90-day physical fitness program, and keeping a log of the workouts. Sports practices and games/races CAN be used to meet most of this requirement!

Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for September 26th

THE MANDATORY FIRE SAFETY MEETING

For this week's troop meeting (Tuesday, Sept 27th at 7pm), scouts and parents will be meeting at Haunted Hall for Fire Safety.

If you attended Sunday night's Haunted Hall Safety Meeting, you do not need to attend. All parents and scouts working the 'Hall need to attend one of these meetings.

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NEEDED: MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS

In the last newsletter, the link for some of the forms didn't work.

List of Merit Badges & the Ones That Need Counselors (circled) - May take a few minutes to load.
http://gallery.mailchimp.com/b581033b10dd5337c476d5b80/files/new_doc.pdf

Merit Badge Counselor Form
http://gallery.mailchimp.com/b581033b10dd5337c476d5b80/files/merit_badge_counselor_form.pdf

BSA Applications
http://gallery.mailchimp.com/b581033b10dd5337c476d5b80/files/adult_BSA_Application.pdf


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PORT CITY RADIO CONTROL AIRPLANE CLUB

Port City Radio Control Airplane Club will be hosting a RC airplane training for 25 scouts at the Muskegon Air Field on Sunday, October 16th.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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CITIZEN IN THE COMMUNITY MERIT BADGE

One requirement for this merit badge is to attend a government meeting and write a short report about something discussed where there was several points of view addressed. The next two Village Council meetings, October 3 and 17, have Boy Scouts from Troop 14 requesting approval for Eagle Projects. If attending, please wear the Class A scout uniform.

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PERSONAL FITNESS MERIT BADGE

Boys who are participating in Fall sports should consider starting the Personal Fitness merit badge now. Badge requirements include following a 90-day physical fitness program, and keeping a log of the workouts. Sports practices and games/races CAN be used to meet most of this requirement! See the email newsletter to get started on this Eagle-required badge.

Troop 14 Midweek Update for September 23rd

NEEDED: MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS

We are still in need of merit badge counselors! This is one activity that parents can get into easily that doesn't require a huge time commitmment.

You can view a list of merit badges and the ones that need counselors (which are circled).

If you want to become a merit badge counselor, you'll need to fill out the form and the adult BSA application.

Thank you for making a difference!

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PERSONAL FITNESS MERIT BADGE

Boys who are participating in Fall sports should consider starting the Personal Fitness merit badge now. Badge requirements include following a 90-day physical fitness program, and keeping a log of the workouts. Sports practices and games/races CAN be used to meet most of this requirement! See the newsletter for more info.
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MANDATORY FIRE SAFETY MEETING

All Scouts and parents helping out at Haunted Hall can get a sneak peek of this year’s mazes and a lesson in fire prevention on September 27th at 7pm.

Troop 14 (Early) Weekly Newsletter

Note: With Court of Honor scheduled for Sunday, this week's Midweek Update was replaced with an early Weekly Newsletter.
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HAUNTED HALL MEETING - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th

See the newsletter for more information.

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FALL COURT OF HONOR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th

Join us at Grand Haven Elks Lodge for the Fall Court of Honor THIS SUNDAY at 3PM.

Lasagna dinner followed by awards ceremony

Cost: $8 per person. Children 5 and under are free.

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HAUNTED HALL OPERATIONS SIGN-UPS

Sign up for Haunted Hall operations shifts this Sunday at Court of Honor.

The Haunted Hall will be open Fridays and Saturdays from September 30th through October 29th. We hope you can pick one night to come out and help – they are a lot of fun.

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REMINDER: TROOP MEETINGS AT SPRING LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Due to scheduling conflicts at Holmes Elementary, Troop 14 will now be holding its meetings at the Spring Lake Middle School small gym. Meeting times remain on Tuesdays at 7pm (unless otherwise noted).

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PATROL LEADERS’ COUNCIL

All Patrol Leaders will be meeting this Tuesday, September 20th at 6:30pm before the Boy Scout Meeting.

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PERSONAL FITNESS MERIT BADGE

Boys who are participating in Fall sports should consider starting the Personal Fitness merit badge now. Badge requirements include following a 90-day physical fitness program, and keeping a log of the workouts. Sports practices and games/races CAN be used to meet most of this requirement! See the emailed newsletter to get started on this Eagle-required badge.

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MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS NEEDED

Applications were passed out at this past Tuesday's Parent Meeting. We are asking that EVERY scout's family volunteer to counsel AT LEAST ONE merit badge.

Please bring your completed application to the Court of Honor. If you missed the meeting or need more forms, these will also be available at the Court of Honor.

Thank you for making a difference!

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MANDATORY FIRE SAFETY MEETING

All Scouts and parents helping out at Haunted Hall can get a sneak peek of this year’s mazes and a lesson in fire prevention on September 27th at 7pm. 

Troop 14 - NEW TROOP MEETING LOCATION!!!

NEWS FLASH: Troop 14 will no longer be meeting at Holmes Elementary!! We have a new location (Spring Lake Middle School SMALL Gym) for Troop meetings, beginning tomorrow (Tuesday, September 13th)! Please pass this on to parents.

Newsletter for September 12th

NEXT TROOP MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH

Scouts will be meeting next Tuesday at 7pm at Holmes Elementary.

Parent Committee Meeting - Please plan to have at least ONE parent attend, if not both!  Learn about events planned for 2011-2013 plus important changes being made by the BSA, how they will impact the troop and the boys!
    Scout Meeting
    Scoutmaster Conferences & Board of Reviews - Remember to bring you books and be in Class A uniform.
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FALL COURT OF HONOR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th

Join us at Grand Haven Elks Lodge for the Fall Court of Honor.
Lasagna dinner at 3pm with program immediately following.

See the emailed newsletter for RSVP info.
Cost: $5 per person until September 16, children 5 and under are free.
After September 16th, the cost is $8 per person.

Note: Awards to be provided include ranks earned between April and 9/13 and merit badges earned between April and August.
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HAUNTED HALL 

 

See the emailed newsletter for more info about Haunted Hall.

 

Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter

SCOUT 9/11 SALUTE
On Sunday, September 11th, join Scouts from across the Gerald R. Ford Council in honoring those who lost their lives and those who gave service in the 9-11 Tragedy. Troop 14 will be participating in a Scout Salute at the Gerald R. Ford Museum. While scouts and leaders will only salute for a period of three minutes, we are asked to be at the site from 10-11am. Carpooling is available. Please see the newsletter for information on how you can attend.

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NEXT TROOP MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH

Scouts will be meeting next Tuesday at 7pm.

Parent Committee Meeting - Please plan to have at least ONE parent attend, if not both!  Learn about events planned for 2011-2013 plus important changes being made by the BSA, how they will impact the troop and the boys!
    Scout Meeting
    Scoutmaster Conferences & Board of Reviews

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FALL COURT OF HONOR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th

Join us for the Fall Court of Honor.
Lasagna dinner at 3pm with program immediately following.

RSVP - See the emailed newsletter for more information

Cost: $5 per person until September 16, children 5 and under are free.
After September 16th, the cost is $8 per person.

Note: Awards to be provided include ranks earned between April and 9/13 and merit badges earned between April and August.
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HAUNTED HALL CONSTRUCTION INFO

See the emailed newsletter for updates on Haunted Hall.

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HAUNTED HALL OPERATION STAFFING

See the emailed newsletter for updates on Haunted Hall.

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KAYAK RAFFLE: WINNER ANNOUNCED

See the emailed newsletter for more details.

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VENTURE CREW UPDATES

Crew Meeting: Sunday, September 11th, 6pm at the Haunted Hall.
Check the crew out on Facebook: Venture Crew 9014!

Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter (Early Edition)

UPDATES ABOUT FIRST MEETING (AND PARENTS MEETING)

The first meeting will be Tuesday, September 13th @ Holmes Elementary @ 7pm.

At this time, we will also hold scoutmaster conferences and board of reviews.

The Parents' meeting will also be held at the same time! This will be our more important parents' meeting of the year.

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COURT OF HONOR - NOW IN SEPTEMBER

September 20th: Court of Honor!!

This has been moved to September!!!

More information coming soon.

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BIG NEWS - High Adventure 2013

Yes, we mean 2013! While 21 months away, the planning has begun for the biggest, wildest, best Adventure that Troop 14 has ever done!

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HAUNTED HALL, 2011 - IT'S ON!

Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.

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FIRE SAFETY MEETING AT THE HAUNTED HALL

Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.

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GO GEAR! SALE

This Saturday is Go Gear's HUGE GEARage SALE!! If you're thinking of buying stuff for this year, stop by Go Gear!
THIS Saturday August 20th at 9am.

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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US

Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).

If you have pictures, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.

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VENTURE CREW MEETING

Next meeting: Sunday, August 21st, 4pm. See the emailed newsletter for location.

Troop 14 Weekly Summer Newsletter

FIRST MEETING (AND PARENTS MEETING) OF SCHOOL YEAR

Will be Tuesday, September 13th @ Holmes Elementary @ 7pm.

Parents meeting will also be held at the same time! This will be our more important parents meeting of the year.

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BIG NEWS - High Adventure 2013

Yes, we mean 2013! While 21 months away, the planning has begun for the biggest, wildest, best Adventure that Troop 14 has ever done! Please see the emailed newsletter for more information.

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HAUNTED HALL, 2011 - IT'S ON

Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.

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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US

Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).

If you have pictures, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.

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KAYAK RAFFLE

The Kayak raffle is up and running.

Prize: A PAIR of Kayaks (including the Paddles!)
Tickets: $5 each
Sales going on Tuesday (GH Central Park) or Wednesday (Waterfront Stadium) music night.
Drawing Date: August 18th, 2011, 8pm at Spring Lake Mill Point Park; need not be present to win.

Unsold tickets must be turned in.

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FAMILY CAMP OUT

Has been cancelled.

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VENTURE CREW MEETING

Next meeting: Sunday, August 21st, 4pm. See the emailed newsletter for location.

Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, August 1st

COAST GUARD SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Earn some community service hours:

This Tuesday from 10am-2pm, we need 4-5 scouts in Class A uniform to help run the activity table at Mulligan's Hollow. Simply show up and look for Matt Hoag, the District Executive, in the big tent at 9:45am.

Help needed at the Hot Dog stand outside the Elks Lodge during the Coast Guard parade on Saturday, from 11am-3pm. This is a lot of fun and you get practically front row seats to the parade. For more information, see the email newsletter.

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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL MEETING - THIS WEDNESDAY

All scouting parents are invited to a Haunted Hall meeting this Wednesday, August 3rd, Spring Lake Central Park at 6:30pm.

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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US

Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).

If you have pictures, see the email newsletter.

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KAYAK RAFFLE AND MUSIC NIGHT SIGN-UPS

The Kayak raffle is up and running.

Prize: A PAIR of Kayaks (including the Paddles!)
Tickets: $5 each
Sales going on Tuesday (GH Central Park) or Wednesday (Waterfront Stadium) music night.
Drawing Date: August 18th, 2011, 8pm at Spring Lake Mill Point Park; need not be present to win.

_!!REMEMBER - ONLY ADULTS (18 and older) MAY SELL OR PURCHASE TICKETS!!_

***ALL tickets MUST be accounted for, as a report is submitted to the state and information must be kept in case of an audit. This means any tickets not turned in must still be paid for! Tickets will be distributed in sets of 1 and 25.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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VENTURE CREW UPDATES

A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!

WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.

More information to follow. Check the crew out on Facebook: Venture Crew 9014!

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FAMILY CAMP OUT

Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st.

Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for Monday, July 11th

THANK YOU: POPS AT THE POINT PARENTS

Thanks to the scout families who stepped in and helped out at this past Thursday's Pops at the Point.

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REMINDER: NEW ADVANCEMENT CHAIRS

If you're working on a merit badge, see the email newsletter for the advancement chairs' contact information.

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PARENTS - YOUR HELP IS NEEDED FOR POPCORN KERNELS

We need popcorn kernels for this upcoming school year. See the email newsletter for more information.

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TALL TRAVEL SHIRTS - COMING SOON

Previously, travel sizes for the shirts did not include Tall. But our old shirt has been discontinued and the shirt style that the troop will use from now on has tall sizing.

We'd like to see how many parents would be interested in getting these new shirts. See the email newsletter for more information.

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KAYAK RAFFLE AND MUSIC NIGHT SIGN-UPS

Information about this summer's Kayak Raffle and sign-ups for Music Night are in the newsletter.

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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL RESOURCES NEEDED

See the email newsletter for more information.

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VENTURE CREW UPDATES

A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!

WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.

More information to follow.

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FAMILY CAMP OUT

Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st.

Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.

See the email newsletter for more information.

Troop 14 Summer Newsletter for Monday, July 4th

MISSING SOMETHING?

After Camp Gerber, the trailer had a number of lost and found items: chairs, backpacks, sleeping bags, shoes, etc. These things will stay in the Lost and Found until August 28th. If you've lost something (or something turned up in your Scout's bags), contact the Communications Chair. See the newsletter for more information.

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ADVANCEMENT CHAIR CHANGE

Troop 14 has a new advancement chair. Thank you to our previous chair.

For more information, see the newsletter.

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PARENTS - YOU HELP NEEDED FOR POPCORN KERNELS

We need popcorn kernels for this upcoming school year.

See the newsletter for more information.

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POPS AT THE POINT

Thanks to all the scouts and parents who signed up for Pops at the Point. We had such an overwheling response that dates are now full. A .xls schedule will be sent out in a follow-up email.

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HIGH ADVENTURE REMINDERS

High Adventure kicks off on July 7th.

In addition to your camping gear and kits, you should bring:

    Your personal first aid kits/wilderness survival kits. Remember - the contents of these should not take up more than a quart size bag each!
    Nalgeen bottle needed (water bladder optional - but you MUST have Nalgeen!)
    Bug Spray - 90 - 100% DEET recommended or your Scout and Parent/Guardian WILL suffer!!!!

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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL RESOURCES NEEDED

Does anyone have a contact for Fastenal or Granger or any other type of fastener company? See the newsletter for more information.

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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel

WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.

See the newsletter for more information.

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VENTURE CREW UPDATES

A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!

WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.

More information to follow.

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FAMILY CAMP OUT

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.

See the newsletter for more information.

Troop 14 Newsletter: Special Post Summer Camp Edition

SUMMER CAMP PICKUP

Hopefully, this isn't too late notice. Parents should arrive to pick up their scouts at Camp Gerber ~10:30 am.

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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL MEETING

WYLD Mtg rescheduled for SUNDAY, June 26th, 7pm at Barber School. All Scout parents are invited - we hope to see you there!

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY (EAGLE PROJECT)

Help is needed this MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, June 27th-29th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30pm.

We will be moving the Theatre dept. props, constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, and safety glasses.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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MANDATORY HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING

Everyone who is going on High Adventure should meet at Central Park in one of the pavilions Tuesday, June 28th at 7pm.  Information will be provided on what to pack and trip itinerary. Participants are REQUIRED to attend or send a representative (Just remember, second-hand information is never the same!!). This will be a great High Adventure.

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SUMMER COMMUNITY SERVICE - POPS AT THE POINT

During the summer, Troop 14 distributes popcorn every Thursday night at Mill Point Park during the Pops at the Point Music Nights. There are one or two times left. For more information, see the email newsletter.

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KAYAK RAFFLE FUNDRAISER

The Kayak Raffle Fundraiser will be in full swing in the next couple of weeks. Tickets will be $5 each with a chance to win a pair of kayak and paddles! This fundraiser usually nets about $2.50 per  ticket sold for your scout’s account. The more sold, the higher the proceeds! Watch the newsletter for ticket availability. We hope to have them  soon.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel

WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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FAMILY CAMP OUT

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. For more information, see the email newsletter.

Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for Monday, June 13th

RC EVENT AT HOUSE OF HOBBIES

House of Hobbies was rescheduled. Stay tuned…

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WINDSOR MCCAY DAY – THIS TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH

When: June 14^th from 9:45am-12:00pm

Where: Spring Lake District Library

See the emailed newsletter if you still want to sign up.

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FLAG DAY - TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH

Scouts are invited to celebrate Flag Day by participating in a Flag Day ceremony at the Waterfront Grandstands in Grand Haven at 6pm. The ceremony will last approximately one hour and scouts are requested to be in uniform.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY (EAGLE PROJECT)

Help is needed for June 14th and 15th from 5:30 - 8:00pm at 15080 Hickory Street, Spring Lake (between 148th and Fruitport Rd).

We will be cutting and pre-assembling shelving units for the Theatre Department. We need 4-6 scouts per night.

Please bring gloves and safety glasses, but we will have some there if you don't have any available.

Help is also needed on June 27th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30pm.

We will be moving the theatre dept. props, constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, and safety glasses.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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SUMMER CAMP DEPARTURE

Please plan on meeting at Holmes Elementary on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19th at 12:30 pm for check-in.

• Scouts MUST be in FULL-CLASS A uniform! We will NOT leave until EVERYONE is checked in - AND in uniform. (Suggestion: bring hanger for shirt)
• Medications: MUST be in original container.
• Group picture: $10 (if desired)
• Merit Badge Fees: Some merit badges, such as rifle or basketry, has an extra charge for materials. See guidebook link below. (NOTE: This DOES NOT apply to first year Scouts!)

If you need information on what to pack or if a planned merit badge has extra charges, visit: http://www.bsagrfc.org/documents/cmpguidebook.pdf

For a map to Camp Gerber: http://www.bsagrfc.org/images/maptocampgerber.jpg

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CAMP GERBER DINNER - Meal Catered via Chef in a Box

Reservations closed.

Walk-ins will be charged $8 per person.

Attendees are asked to bring a dessert to pass. (The boys LOVE this!!)

NOTE: Arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm (NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities. While there are a few picnic tables available, we ask people to bring a camp chair if available.

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VENTURING OUTING

Venture Crew 9014 invites ALL youth ages 14 -21 (or those who have completed the 8th grade) to join us at  the HiRopes and Zipline Course at Camp Gerber on Saturday, June 26th, 10:30-3pm (This is immediately following the Troop’s camp). Cost will be $10 which includes the course fees and lunch. Invite your friends! This event is open to registered Venturers as well as guests (who have not previously attended an outing).

Scouts attending camp will go directly to the Course. Non-campers will meet at 9:45 behind Dicks Sporting Goods. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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MANDATORY HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING

Everyone going on High adventure please meet at Central Park in one of the pavilions June 28th at 7pm. Information will be provided on what to pack and trip itinerary. Participants are REQUIRED to attend, or send a representative (Just remember second hand information is never the same!!). This will be a great High Adventure.

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SUMMER COMMUNITY SERVICE - POPS AT THE POINT

During the summer, Troop 14 distributes popcorn every Thursday night at Mill Point Park during the Pops at the Point Music Nights. This requires 2-3 adults and 2-3 youth each week (2 families). This is a relaxing evening, and a great way to spend time with another troop family. These nights fill up early! Please bring your calendar to Gerber Family night to schedule an evening. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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KAYAK RAFFLE FUNDRAISER

The Kayak Raffle Fundraiser will be in full swing in the next couple of weeks. Tickets will be $5 each with a chance to win a pair of kayak and paddles! This fundraiser usually nets about $2.50 per ticket sold for your scout’s account. The more sold, the higher the proceeds! Watch the newsletter for ticket availability. We hope to have them at Gerber Camp.

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FUNDRAISER MUSIC NIGHTS

Bring your calendars to the Gerber Family Night Dinner to sign up to sell tickets at one of the Tri-Cities area Music events on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during the summer. BONUS: We have the music schedule, so you can choose the night that fits your taste!

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Need to Add an Item to the Newsletter?

The newsletter will only do weekly updates (and bi-weekly after July 17^th). If you have an item to add, email it to the Communications Chair before 6pm on Sunday. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

Troop 14 Monday Newsletter for June 6th

CYCLING MERIT BADGE

Cycling starts this week. A schedule was sent out with times and locations. If you did not receive one, please see the email newsletter for more information.
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LAST CALL FOR SUMMER CAMP FORMS

If your Scout is going to summer camp, please turn in your physical forms (all A, B, C), immunization info and insurance info. Please see the email newsletter for more information.

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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP EXTENDED to JUNE 10th

The RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner has been extended until Friday, June 10th. Cost is $5.

Reservations will close on Friday so we may provide a number to the caterer and pick up the paper products needed. Any walk-ins will be charged $8 per person. Attendees are asked to bring a dessert to pass.

Family night is a BIG DEAL for our boys at camp. They enjoy seeing their parents. Parents may plan to arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm (NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities).

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STILL MISSING TENTS

We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. Please see the email newsletter for more information.

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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day

Date: June 14th
When: From 9:45am-12:00pm

We need seven scouts to help out with Windsor McCay day at the Spring Lake District Library. The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids. To sign up, please see the email newsletter for more information.

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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel

WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it. Please see the email newsletter for more information.

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Family Camp Out

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. Please see the email newsletter for more information.

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Newsletter Updates

The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of today. As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.

Midweek Update for Wednesday, June 1st

CYCLING MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS

The Cycling Merit Badge sign-up has been restored.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Family Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd

Camp Gerber Family Dinner
Wednesday, June 22nd @ 5:30pm

RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner by Friday, June 3. Cost is $5 with attendees requested to bring a dessert to pass.

If you are going to the dinner, you absolutely must RSVP by June 3rd!

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

Family night is a BIG DEAL for our boys at camp. They enjoy seeing their parents. Parents may plan to arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm.

NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities.

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STILL MISSING TENTS

We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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Community Service Opportunities

Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina

We still need 2 volunteers from 8am-noon and 2 volunteers from 11:30-3:30 pm.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

Windsor McCay Day on June 14th at the Spring Lake District Library

The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids from 9:45am-12:00pm.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

Not only is community service required for advancement, it is good for both the volunteer and the community!

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Volunteer Opportunity (Eagle Project)

Help is needed for June 14th and 15th from 5:30 - 8:00  at 15080 Hickory Street, Spring Lake (between 148th and Fruitport Rd).

We will be cutting and pre-assembling shelving units for the Theatre Department. We need 4-6 scouts per night.

Please bring gloves and safety glasses, but we will have some there if you don't have any available.

Help is also needed on June 27th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30.

We will be moving the theatre dept. props., constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, safety glasses.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel

WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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Family Camp Out

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, see the newsletter.

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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page

Thanks to everyone who's joined so far. In the future, members of the troop will receive more immediate updates on our Facebook page.

Everyone who joins the group is able to post pictures of troop activities and can add members of the troop. Please be sure to read the Troop 14 FB Group Rules and Guidelines.

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Congratulations to the Scoutmaster for being awarded the Silver Beaver Award.

The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award presented at the Council level. Silver Beaver recipients are recognized for their outstanding contribution to youth at the troop, district, council, and community level.

ALERT: CYCLING MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS - Contact Mr. Hagen

If you signed up for earning the Cycling merit badge, please see the email newsletter immediately. The sign-up sheet has been misplaced.

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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE at 9:30am TOMORROW

We will be marching in the Memorial Day parade. All Scouts not already marching with band or other groups in the parade that day are required to march with the scouts.

We will be meeting at the parking lot of Dollar General at 9:30am on Monday, May 30th.

Scouts AND leaders will march in the parade to Central Park, where they will have cookies and punch served.
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TROOP ELECTIONS - THIS WEEK

Leadership roles are required for advancement; plus, these roles are a GREAT way for your son to participate and mature in scouting.
Tuesday, May 31st Elections will be held for:
    Sr. Patrol Leader (1 year term)
    Assistant Patrol Leader (1 year term)
    Patrol Leaders: (6 month term)
    Quartermaster: (1 year term)
    Scribe (6 months)
    Troop Librarian (1 year)
    Troop Historian - Media ( 6 month)
    Den Chief: (1 year)
    Webmaster: (1 year)
    High Adventure Coordinator: (1 year)

Duties of each leadership role will be posted at the meeting. The following role requirements have been amended:
Scribe:Additional requirement: Pass out materials as directed by adult leadership. Provide a monthly copy of attendance (both meeting AND camp outs/events) to Scoutmaster at Scoutmaster Conference meeting.
Troop Historian: Additional requirement: Court of Honor program
Webmaster: Changes: minimum 1 completed year in scouting; Must have appropriate skills and experience. Parent mentor required; See Scoutmaster for questions.

High Adventure Coordinator: Minimum 1 completed year in scouting; High adventure involving at least 50 miles of backpacking and May Hike or equivalent experience. Parent mentor required;
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HELP NEEDED! FOOD COLLECTION ON MAY 31ST

A Troop 14 family shared a story in our last Monday newsletter about an unemployed family that is struggling with cancer and unemployment. The troop is trying to gather canned goods for their family.

UPDATE: This family lives in Muskegon. If anyone is considering a gift card, they shop at Meijer and Walmart. In addition to perishable foods, we have found out that meat and frozen foods will be accepted (Thanks to those that had us check on this!).

This is what “Duty to Others” in action looks like. Please help us help them.

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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd …....Meal Catered via Chef in a Box

RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner by Friday, June 3. Cost is $5 with attendees requested to bring a dessert to pass.

If you are going to the dinner, you absolutely must RSVP by that date.  There will be a sign-up sheet again at next week's meeting. To sign up, please see the emailed newsletter.

NOTE: Family night is a BIG DEAL for our boys at camp. They enjoy seeing their parents. Parents may plan to arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm (NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities).

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STILL MISSING TENTS

We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike. We'd like this to be resolved before our last meeting.

If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the emailed newsletter.

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Community Service Opportunities

Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina

We still need 2 volunteers from 8am-noon and 2 volunteers from 11:30-3:30 pm.

Windsor McCay Day on June 14th

We need seven scouts to help out with Windsor McCay day at the Spring Lake District Library. The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids.

It's from 9:45am-12:00pm and it's an easy opportunity to earn some services hours.

To sign up, please see the emailed newsletter.

Not only is community service required for advancement, it is good for both the volunteer and the community!

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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel

WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.

For more information, please see the emailed newsletter.

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Family Camp Out

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, please see the emailed newsletter.

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Congratulations to Scoutmaster for being awarded the Silver Beaver Award.

The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award presented at the Council level. Silver Beaver recipients are recognized for their outstanding contribution to youth at the troop, district, council, and community level.

Midweek Update for Thursday, May 26th

INDY 500: CANCELLED

Our annual outing to the Indy 500 is cancelled this year. Please see the email newsletter, if you have any questions.

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ALERT: CYCLING MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS

If you signed up for earning the Cycling merit badge, the sign-up sheet has been misplaced. Please see the email newsletter.

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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE

We will be marching in the Memorial Day parade. All Scouts not already marching with band or other groups in the parade that day are required to march with the scouts.

We will be meeting at the parking lot of Dollar General at 9 am on Monday, May 30th. 

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HELP NEEDED! FOOD COLLECTION ON MAY 31ST

Through a friend of ours, we recently learned that a woman at his church has some very serious needs.

She has cancer and has been in and out of remission for the last few years.  She is in the hospital and was scheduled for a critical operation this week but she recently had a stroke that may jeopardize the operation.

Recently, she lost her job due to her health and does not have an income at this time.  She has 3 daughters between the ages of 13 and 16.

When asked what could be done to help her out, her pastor said that they could use help with food for the children.

We are asking that everybody please bring in a couple of non-perishable foods that we can send to her family to our final troop meeting next week.  Wouldn’t it be great to take a pick-up truck full of food to these girls so that their mom doesn’t have to worry about how she will afford to feed them while she’s in the hospital?

This is what “Duty to Others” in action looks like. Please help us help them.

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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd

RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner by Friday, June 3. If you are going to the dinner, you absolutely must RSVP by that date. See the email newsletter for more information.
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STILL MISSING TENTS

We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike. We'd like this to be resolved before our last meeting.

If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremony

We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.

When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake

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Community Service Opportunity!

Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina

Help staff the children’s build-a-boat area
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm

See the email newsletter for more information.

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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day

We need 7 scouts to help out with Windsor McCay day at the Spring Lake District Library. The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids.

It's from 9:45am-12:00pm and it's an easy opportunity to earn some services hours.

Please help out the library - they have been great to us with letting us use their meeting rooms for free. Let's give back to them for helping us out!

See the email newsletter for more information.

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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel

WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.

See the email newsletter for more information.

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Family Camp Out

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page

Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far. See the email newsletter for more information on how to join.

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Need to Add an Item to the Newsletter?

The newsletter now has an easy-to-use form. See the email newsletter for more information.

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What do YOU think of the newsletter?

Love the newsletter? Hate it? We've already had a few responses and it's clear that the newsletter is going to change. Make your voice heard! See the email newsletter for more information.

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Newsletter Updates

The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of June 5th (note new date). As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.

Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, May 23rd

STILL MISSING TENTS

We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike.

If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the email newsletter for details.

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Next Troop Meeting: Flags on the Graves of the Veteran

When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
Who: Scouts and Family members

We will be placing flags on the graves of veterans.

There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Board of Reviews will also be held again this evening.

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NOTICE: Indy 500 Trip is in jeopardy of being canceled!

The Indy 500 Trip is May 28-29th. This is a great weekend trip!

Sign-up numbers are way down this year. If 20 more people do not sign up by Tuesday, May 24th, this event will be called off.

For more information, please see the email newsletter for details.

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Travel Shirts - Now Available

If you’re going to the Indy Trip or High Adventure, it’s recommended that you have one of our red travel shirts. You can place your orders. Please see the email newsletter for details.

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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page

Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far and to those who posted May Hike pictures.

See the email newsletter for details on how to join.

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Found Item

A blue with white striped hoodie was left in the Holmes gym at the last meeting. Please see the email newsletter for details.

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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel

WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.

For more information, please see the email newsletter for details.

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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting

Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.

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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies

We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.

When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake

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Community Service Opportunity! Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina

Scouts are needed to help staff the children’s build-a-boat area.

Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm

Please see the email newsletter for details.
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Camp Gerber Dinner

Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is $5.

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Family Camp Out

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, please see the email newsletter for details.

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Newsletter Updates

The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of June 11th. As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.

Midweek Update for May 19th

STILL MISSING TENTS

We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike.

If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. See the email newsletter for more information.

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Next Troop Meeting: Flags on the Graves of the Veterans

When: May 24th 6:30 pm

Where: Spring Lake Cemetery

Who: Scouts and Family members

We will be placing flags on the graves of veterans.

There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.

Board of Reviews will also be held again this evening.

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NOTICE: Indy 500 Trip is in jeopardy of being canceled!

The Indy 500 Trip is May 28-29th. This is a great weekend trip!

Sign-up numbers are way down this year. If 20 more people do not sign up by Tuesday, May 24th, this event will be called off.

See the email newsletter for more information.

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Travel Shirts - Now Available

If you’re going to the Indy Trip or High Adventure, it’s recommended that you have one of our red travel shirts. See the email newsletter for more information on how to order one.

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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page

Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far and has posted May Hike pictures.

New members - You can join by searching for Gerald Ford Troop and adding him as a friend.

Existing members - Please continue to add friends from your Friend list if they are part of Troop 14. All you need to do is click 'Add Friends to Group' under the Members section on the right side of the screen.

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Found Item

A blue with white striped hoodie was left in the Holmes gym at the last meeting. See the email newsletter for more information.

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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel


WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.


See the email newsletter for more information.


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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting


Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.


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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies


We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.


When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm

Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake


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Community Service Opportunity! Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina


Scouts are needed to help staff the children’s build-a-boat area.


Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm

See the email newsletter for more information or sign-up at the next meeting.
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Camp Gerber Dinner



Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is $5.

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Family Camp Out


Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, see the email newsletter for more information.

Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, May 16th

Next Meeting: May 17th @ Holmes Elementary

Thank You May Hike Parents

A THANK YOU goes out to all of the parents who braved the cool, rainy weather to make this year’s hike a big success.

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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans

One of our Eagle candidates will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings. See the newsletter to arrange a collection time.

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Treasurer Notes

All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday. See the newsletter for more information.

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Troop 14 Now Has a Facebook Page

We invite you to join the Troop 14 Spring Lake group page on Facebook. A few of you have already noticed that it went online this evening.This FB group is where we'll post pictures, one-off updates (such as lost and found items, changes to pick-up or drop-off times, etc.), and other items.

The Group page will only be visible and available to scouts, parents, and volunteers until June 1st. After that date, the security changes will be set to hide the group from the larger Facebook community.

If you have any questions about this, please contact the Communications Chair.

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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th

Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.

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Flags on the Graves of the Veteran

We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans

When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery

There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.

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Haunted Hall Meeting

Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Barber School. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.

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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies

We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.

When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.    

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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day

We need several scouts to help out on Tuesday June 14 from 9:45-12:00 pm at the Spring Lake Library. The boys will be helping out with carnival games and handing out prizes for Windsor McCay day.

To sign up, see the newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Dinner

Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.

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Family Camp Out

Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.