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.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for Monday, June 13th
RC EVENT AT HOUSE OF HOBBIES
House of Hobbies was rescheduled. Stay tuned…
House of Hobbies was rescheduled. Stay tuned…
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WINDSOR MCCAY DAY – THIS TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH
When: June 14th from 9:45am-12:00pm
When: June 14th from 9:45am-12:00pm
Where: Spring Lake District Library
See the emailed newsletter if you still want to sign up.
See the emailed newsletter if you still want to sign up.
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FLAG DAY - TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 17th). If you have an item to add, email it to the Communications Chair before 6pm on Sunday. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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 17th). If you have an item to add, email it to the Communications Chair before 6pm on Sunday. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Monday, June 6, 2011
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.
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.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
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.
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.
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