Holiday Version of the Troop 14 Newsletter

Happy Holidays to the Entire Troop!

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EUCHRE WINNER

A great time was had by all at our Annual Euchre Tournament. The winner was Grant Petersen.

The trophy will be presented at the Jan. 8th meeting.

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CHARTER DUES NEED TO BE IN BY JANUARY 22ND

Our charter date for next year is changing to December 31st. That means we need dues by January 22nd. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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CRIME PREVENTION BADGE

On November 27th, Troop 14 worked with Captain Rick Yonker on the Crime Prevention merit badge.

An example showing how to fill out the blue card and Capt. Yonker's notes are available on the Troop Facebook page.

Scouts should also complete the Workbook found at http://meritbadge.org/wiki/images/0/07/Crime_Prevention.pdf. The information for Requirement 8f is also found in these notes.

A troop trip to the courts or jail is being planned. Troop 14 may also have a mock trial at Barber Street School in the future as a substitute.

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YOUR SCOUT ACCOUNT

Family accounts have been updated in Troopmaster Web. This is current as of 12-3-2012. This does not yet reflect the popcorn sales if your son sold any. The commission from popcorn will be added 1-1-2013. We are still waiting on trying to sell the remainder of the popcorn. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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NEGATIVE ACCOUNTS

We have a number of events coming up. If your Scout account is in the negative, you must pay cash for any event until the account is positive again.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! For more information, see the emailed newsletter. 

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FIRST AID/CPR/AED TRAINING - JANUARY 5TH

Become Red Cross Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED!

The troop now has an instructor for the American Red Cross and will be offering certification classes through T14 four times a year at nearly cost (we hope to recoup the instructor training fee within the first year). ARC classes are $110, but we will be offering the training for HALF as much - $55.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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CABERFAE SKI TRIP – JANUARY 18, 2013

If you have registered for the ski trip payment is due no later than January 15th, 2013. A down payment has already been paid to Caberfae so if you cancel you will still be charged for the trip. For those who have expired Forms A and B health forms please submit completed ones by Jan 15, 2012.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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SUMMER CAMP SIGN-UP

Wow - We are in for the BEST summer camp EVER! The BSA Michigan Council has consolidated their BSA Boy Scout Camps to ONLY 3 CAMPS in order to offer the BEST, OVER-THE-TOP EXPERIENCE for the boys!

Camp Gerber was chosen to be one of the BEST and that is where we are going!

Summer Camp is a great opportunity for your son to have a GREAT TIME and EARN MERIT BADGES!!! Merit Badges offered will be announced in February. Please note: Boys who are already Eagle often attend to earn additional merit badges for Palm awards (or just because they are interesting) or they might get trained in BSA Lifesaving - with an eye toward a future job as an aquatics lifeguard.

Camp Dates: June 16th-22nd

Cost: Adults - $125, Youth - $275 (Note: this may be discounted)

Due Dates:

• Money must be in by May 10th - or $50 late fee assessed
• Health Forms A, B C (including physical) MUST be in BY MAY 10th - or $50 late fee assessed.

Families: Please plan on joining us for dinner on Wednesday, June 19th at 5pm. Details to follow!

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HIGH ADVENTURE 2012: NORTH MANITOU ISLAND!
Cost: $175
Dates & details: TBA

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HAVE YOU SIGNED INTO TROOPMASTER WEB?

Troopmaster Web! Have you heard of it? You should have by now. If you have not logged in yet please get on there and see what great information you can see. Please encourage your Scout to get on and look at his progress. It’s a very useful tool! For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

Troop 14 Newsletter for December 18th

NEXT TROOP MEETING – EUCHRE PARTY

When: December 18th at 6:00 PM (Note: Games start at 6pm)
Where: For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Cost: $3.00 for light snacks.

TROOP 14 PRIOR SCOUTS AND LEADERS from Troop 14 are invited to join T14 scouts and their families this evening for cards and fun! Please, post this on your Facebook. We would LOVE to see this become a Troop14 reunion - or sorts!!

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LOVE INC FOOD COLLECTION

Please bring non-perishable food items to the next few meetings. We will be collecting and donating these to Love INC.

In previous years, Troop 14 has been able to donate over 4,000 lbs of food to Love INC because of Haunted Hall. Without this event this year, there has been no drive for food. This has also been a year where other donations to Love INC have been AT AN ALL TIME LOW. We're hoping that each Scout can bring at least two non-perishable items.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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CHARTER DUES NEED TO BE IN BY JANUARY 22ND

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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CRIME PREVENTION BADGE

On November 27th, Troop 14 worked with Captain Rick Yonker on the Crime Prevention merit badge.

An example showing how to fill out the blue card and Capt. Yonker's notes are available on the Troop Facebook page.

Scouts should also complete the Workbook found at http://meritbadge.org/wiki/images/0/07/Crime_Prevention.pdf. The information for Requirement 8f is also found in these notes.
A troop trip to the courts or jail is being planned. Troop 14 may also have a mock trial at Barber Street School in the future as a substitute.

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CANDLE SALES FUNDRAISER

Orders will be ready for pick-up December 18th!

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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YOUR SCOUT ACCOUNT

Family accounts have been updated in Troopmaster Web. This is current as of 12-3-2012. This does not yet reflect the popcorn sales if your son sold any. The commission from popcorn will be added 1-1-2013. We are still waiting on trying to sell the remainder of the popcorn. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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NEGATIVE ACCOUNTS

We have a number of events coming up. If your Scout account is in the negative, you must pay cash for any event until the account is positive again.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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CITY COUPON BOOKS

Additional books ordered will be available for pick-up on December 18th at the meeting.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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PICTURES NEEDED!

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! For more information, see the emailed newsletter. 

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FIRST AID/CPR/AED TRAINING - JANUARY 5TH

Become Red Cross Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED!

We now have a troop member who is an instructor for the American Red Cross and will be offering certification classes through T14 four times a year at nearly cost (we hope to recoup the instructor training fee within the first year). ARC classes are $110, but we will be offering the training for HALF as much - $55.

When: Two sessions!
           Wednesday, January 2nd,
           Saturday, January 5th.
Time:   9am - 3:30PM
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Cost: ONLY $55 (NOTE: Training via the Red Cross is $110!).

This certification is valid for two years. Registrations will be online via Troopmaster and will be limited to the FIRST TEN PEOPLE PAID. Attendees need to bring a sack lunch.

We do plan to hold another training day on a weekday during Winter Break - Watch for details!
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CABERFAE SKI TRIP – JANUARY 18, 2013

Drop off: Friday, January 18th
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Pick up: Sunday, January 20th
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

We have a total of 25 that have registered for the ski trip which means that if you already have a season pass you are able to sign up at the reduced rate of $86.00. Here is how that  price is calculated.

Trip cost $125

$26 - toward gas, pizza and snacks
$39 - All day lift ticket
$29 - Rental
$31 - Accommodations

The reduced cost for anyone that has a season pass is reduced by subtracting the lift ticket cost. The cost is not reduced for the rentals since we are still charged $99 per person from Caberfae.

For more information, see the emailed newsletter. 

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SUMMER CAMP SIGN-UP

Wow - We are in for the BEST summer camp EVER! The BSA Michigan Council has consolidated their BSA Boy Scout Camps to ONLY 3 CAMPS in order to offer the BEST, OVER-THE-TOP EXPERIENCE for the boys!

Camp Gerber was chosen to be one of the BEST and that is where we are going!

For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

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HIGH ADVENTURE 2012: NORTH MANITOU ISLAND!
Cost: $175
Dates & details: TBA

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HAVE YOU SIGNED INTO TROOPMASTER WEB?

Troopmaster Web! Have you heard of it? You should have by now. If you have not logged in yet please get on there and see what great information you can see. Please encourage your Scout to get on and look at his progress. It’s a very useful tool! For more information, see the emailed newsletter.

Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, December 3rd, 2012

NEXT TROOP MEETING

When: Tuesday, December 4th at 7pm

Bring food for Love, INC.
Candles sales fundraiser ends (see below). Forms and money are due.
Some popcorn is still available. For more information, see the email newsletter.

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LOVE INC FOOD COLLECTION

Please bring non-perishable food items to the next few meetings. We will be collecting and donating these to Love INC.

In previous years, Troop 14 has been able to donate over 4,000 lbs of food to Love INC because of Haunted Hall. Without this event this year, there has been no drive for food. This has also been a year where other donations to Love INC have been AT AN ALL TIME LOW. We're hoping that each Scout can bring at least two non-perishable items.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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CANDLE SALES FUNDRAISER

Candle sales forms were handed out at the last Parent Meeting on November 18th. 100% of the profits ($2.50/candle) will go to the seller!

All orders (and payment) are due December 4th.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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NEGATIVE ACCOUNTS

We have a number of events coming up. If your Scout account is in the negative, you must pay cash for any event until the account is positive again.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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BOWLING PARTY

When: Saturday, December 8th at 2:00 PM
Cost:$2.50 a game normally. We play two games and call it good.

Bring extra money for snacks and drink they will not be supplied this outing.

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WINTER COURT OF HONOR

WHEN: December 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM

We have divided up our roster by alphabet and are asking for the following items to be brought from each family for the Court of Honor:

Last Names:
A-G    Hors D' Oeuvres
H-M    Desserts
N-S    Fruit
T-Z    Veggies & dip, snack items

Punch and paper products are taken care of.

We appreciate our families helping out with the different items so that we have a good variety of food.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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EUCHRE PARTY

When: December 18th at 6:00 PM
Cost: $3.00 for light snacks.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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ENJOY THE CITY COUPON BOOKS - OUR LATEST FUNDRAISER

Books were passed out at the 11/27 meeting. Book orders and undamaged books not sold will need to be returned by December 11th with payment. Additional books ordered will be available for pick-up on December 18th at the meeting.

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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NEWSPAPER RECYCLING TRUCK UPDATE

Unfortunately, we were unable to fill the truck in the Tri-Cities.

But, to get a better percentage payout (after initial expenses), we have moved the truck to Norton Shores at the corner of Norton and McCracken (the north parking lot of the old Mona Shores Administration Building). Hopefully, the larger demographic area will help. We are asking that Troop families bring their papers (and those of your family/friends/co-workers) to the Troop meetings where we will have a green tub at the gym door to collect them.

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SUMMER CAMP JOB OPPORTUNITY

Are you interested in working this summer in the great outdoors? Ever considered working at Camp Gerber? Fresh air, sunshine, a fun work environment, and a paycheck (for those who qualify) waiting for you at camp this summer. Michigan CrossRoads Summer Camps are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and hard-working persons interested in spending a summer working on camp staff. For more information, visit: www.michiganscouting.org/Camping/SummerCampEmployment

Applications may be found at:
http://www.michiganscouting.org/files/d/usr/37/MCC%20Summer%20Camp%20Staff%20Application_FormFill_E.pdf

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PICTURES

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge!

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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CABERFAE SKI TRIP – JANUARY 18, 2013

For more information, see the email newsletter.

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HAVE YOU SIGNED INTO TROOPMASTER WEB?

Troopmaster Web! Have you heard of it ? You should of by now. If you have not logged in yet please get on there and see what great information you can see. Please encourage your Scout to get on and look at his progress. It's a very useful tool!


For more information, see the email newsletter.

Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, November 26th, 2012

POPCORN REMAINING

We still have popcorn left over. Please help sell the remaining so that our Scouts can receive the highest commission possible. To see what's left, see the email newsletter.

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NEXT TROOP MEETING

Tuesday, November 27th at 7pm
See the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.

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WINTER COURT OF HONOR

WHEN: December 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM

We have divided up our roster by alphabet and are asking for the following items to be brought from each family for the Court of Honor:

Last Names:
A-G    Hors D' Oeuvres
H-M    Desserts
N-S    Fruit
T-Z    Veggies & dip, snack items

Punch and paper products are taken care of.

We appreciate our families helping out with the different items so that we have a good variety of food.

See the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.

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CANDLE SALES FUNDRAISER

Candle sales forms were handed out at the last Parent Meeting on November 18th. 100% of the profits ($2.50/candle) will go to the seller!

All orders (and payment) are due December 4th.

Additional forms will be available at this week's meeting! See the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.

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ENJOY THE CITY COUPON BOOKS - OUR LATEST FUNDRAISER

These coupon books are specifically tailored for the Lakeshore! Included are coupons for: Orchard Market, Arby's, Culver's, G & L in Grand Haven, Great Harvest Bread, Marco's, Old Boy's Brewhouse, Dick's, and 92 other businesses located on the lakeshore! Heck - there are $40 in Orchard Market coupons alone!

At a cost of only $20, these books are a steal - considering $8 per book goes into each scout's account (100% of the proceeds)! PLUS, every family that sells 4 books will receive a 5th one FREE! These are great Christmas gifts!

Books will be passed out at the 11/27 meeting. Book orders and undamaged books not sold will need to be returned by December 11th with payment. Additional books ordered will be available for pick-up on December 18th at the meeting. See the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.

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NEWSPAPER RECYCLING TRUCK UPDATE

Unfortunately, we were unable to fill the truck in the Tri-Cities.

But, to get a better percentage payout (after initial expenses), we have moved the truck to Norton Shores at the corner of Norton and McCracken (the north parking lot of the old Mona Shores Administration Building). Hopefully, the larger demographic area will help. We are asking that Troop families bring their papers (and those of your family/friends/co-workers) to the Troop meetings where we will have a green tub at the gym door to collect them.

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SUMMER CAMP JOB OPPORTUNITY

Are you interested in working this summer in the great outdoors? Ever considered working at Camp Gerber? Fresh air, sunshine, a fun work environment, and a paycheck (for those who qualify) waiting for you at camp this summer. Michigan CrossRoads Summer Camps are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and hard-working persons interested in spending a summer working on camp staff. For more information, visit: www.michiganscouting.org/Camping/SummerCampEmployment

Applications may be found at:
http://www.michiganscouting.org/files/d/usr/37/MCC%20Summer%20Camp%20Staff%20Application_FormFill_E.pdf

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! If your scout does not have this one, see the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.

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CABERFAE SKI TRIP – JANUARY 18, 2013

See the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.

Bring sleeping bag, pillow, spending money, warm clothes, hat, gloves, coat, extra socks, swimming suit. Outdoor pool is open for swimming.

Don't forget you equipment (i.e. skis snowboard helmet). Helmets are required. If you don't have one, you will rent one $5.00.

Lessons available for $5.00 must know in advance.

If renting, you must have liability form filled out this form will be available under file - documents at home screen.

Renting Ski- Skier Type (I, II or III), shoe size, weight, height, age, and if helmet is needed (required)

Renting Snowboard - Foot Placement (L or R), shoe size, weight, height, and if helmet is needed (required)

Cost is $125 includes pass, rentals (if needed), food and gasoline cost.

Snowboard rentals are an extra $5.00. Cost does not include helmet rental or lessons.

You must be up to date on health forms parts A and B.

See the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.
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HAVE YOU SIGNED INTO TROOPMASTER WEB?

Troopmaster Web! Have you heard of it ? You should of by now. If you have not logged in yet please get on there and see what great information you can see. Please encourage your Scout to get on and look at his progress. It's a very useful tool! See the Troop 14 email newsletter for more information.

Troop 14 Newsletter for Tuesday, November 20th

POPCORN REMAINING

We still have popcorn left over. Please help sell the remaining so that our Scouts can receive the highest commission possible. Here is what we have available

QTY 2 - Kettle Corn Microwave - $25.00 each

QTY 2 - Butter Microwave Popcorn - $20.00 each

QTY 5 - Popping Corn - $10.00 each

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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NEXT TROOP MEETING

Tuesday, November 27^th at 7pm (Not the 20th as reported in the last newsletter - Happy Thanksgiving)
SL Middle School Gymnasium.
 
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IS YOUR SCOUT AT LIFE RANK?

If your Scout is working toward Eagle, it is important that you attend this upcoming parent meeting.
 
If your scout is at Life Rank, the President Ford Council has adopted a new Eagle Scout Rank processing procedure.
 

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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WINTER COURT OF HONOR

WHEN: December 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM

WHERE: SL Middle School Gym

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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SUMMER CAMP JOB OPPORTUNITY
 
Are you interested in working this summer in the great outdoors? Ever considered working at Camp Gerber? Fresh air, sunshine, a fun work environment, and a paycheck (for those who qualify) waiting for you at camp this summer. Michigan CrossRoads Summer Camps are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and hard-working persons interested in spending a summer working on camp staff. For more information, visit: www.michiganscouting.org/Camping/SummerCampEmployment
 
See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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PICTURES
 
If you have pictures from any event, please forward them so that we can get them up on the website. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE
 
Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! The only requirement left is number 4. 

See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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CABERFAE SKI TRIP – JANUARY 18, 2013
 
Drop off: Friday, January 18^th
   Meet at Orchard Market in Spring Lake at 5:30pm
Pick up: Sunday, January 20^th
  Meet at Orchard Market at 12:00pm

You need to sign up on Troopmaster Web. If you need help, contact

Bring sleeping bag, pillow, spending money, warm clothes, hat, gloves, coat, extra socks, swimming suit. Outdoor pool is open for swimming.

Don't forget you equipment (i.e. skis snowboard helmet). Helmets are required. If you don't have one, you will rent one $5.00.

Lessons available for $5.00 must know in advance.

If renting, you must have liability form filled out this form will be available under file - documents at home screen.
 
Renting Ski- Skier Type (I, II or III), shoe size, weight, height, age, and if helmet is needed (required)

Renting Snowboard - Foot Placement (L or R), shoe size, weight, height, and if helmet is needed (required)

Cost is $125 includes pass, rentals (if needed), food and gasoline cost.

Snowboard rentals are an extra $5.00. Cost does not include helmet rental or lessons.

You must be up to date on health forms parts A and B.

See the emailed newsletter for more information.

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HAVE YOU SIGNED INTO TROOPMASTER WEB?

Troopmaster Web! Have you heard of it ? You should of by now. If you have not logged in yet please get on there and see what great information you can see. Please encourage your Scout to get on and look at his progress. Very useful tool ! If you have any questions or problems please see the emailed newsletter for more information.

Troop 14 Monday Newsletter for November 12th

NEXT TROOP MEETING

Tuesday, November 13th at 7pm

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PARENT MEETING

We will discuss changes to Scout ranking system. If your son is at Life Rank, this will affect him.

Tuesday, November 13th at 7pm

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IS YOUR SCOUT AT LIFE RANK?

If your Scout is working toward Eagle, it is important that you attend this upcoming parent meeting.

If your scout is at Life Rank, the President Ford Council has adopted a new Eagle Scout Rank processing procedure. An email was sent to kids who are currently at Life Rank, but a  Parents' Meeting will be held on Tuesday November 13th to discuss how this impacts your Scout.

There are also some other changes that the BSA will incorporate starting the first of the year 2014. Mr Warner will discuss these at the Parents' Meeting.

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SUMMER CAMP JOB OPPORTUNITY

Are you interested in working this summer in the great outdoors? Ever considered working at Camp Gerber? Fresh air, sunshine, a fun work environment, and a paycheck (for those who qualify) waiting for you at camp this summer. Michigan CrossRoads Summer Camps are looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and hard-working persons interested in spending a summer working on camp staff. For more information, visit: www.michiganscouting.org/Camping/SummerCampEmployment

Applications may be found at:
http://www.michiganscouting.org/files/d/usr/37/MCC%20Summer%20Camp%20Staff%20Application_FormFill_E.pdf

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PICTURES

If you have pictures from any event, see the emailed newsletter so that we can get them up on the website.

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POPCORN PICK UP

Pick up: Saturday November 17th, 2012
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Where: Furtaw's house at 17759 Northshore Spring Lake, Michigan 49456
(The Furtaws are located just under 1/2 mile from Old Grand Haven Road on the northside of the road. Split rail fence. House is tan with red shutters and red garage door)

If you are unable to make it that day, please let Mr. Furtaw know ahead of time. He will schedule a time to meet (but not deliver).

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! If your scout does not have this one, they need to contact Mrs. Molyneux to finish it. The only requirement left is number 4.

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PAPER TRUCK IS HERE! BE GREEN AND HELP THE TROOP!

Please, continue to save your papers and bring them to the paper truck at Orchard Market!

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CABERFAE SKI TRIP – JANUARY 18, 2013

Dates and times in the emailed newsletter.

Bring sleeping bag, pillow, spending money, warm clothes, hat, gloves, coat, extra socks, swimming suit. Outdoor pool is open for swimming.

Don't forget you equipment (i.e. skis snowboard helmet). Helmets are required. If you don't have one, you will rent one $5.00.

Lessons available for $5.00 must know in advance.

If renting, you must have liability form filled out this form will be available under file - documents at home screen.

Renting Ski- Skier Type (I, II or III), shoe size, weight, height, age, and if helmet is needed (required)

Renting Snowboard - Foot Placement (L or R), shoe size, weight, height, and if helmet is needed (required)

Cost is $125 includes pass, rentals (if needed), food, and gasoline cost.

Snowboard rentals are an extra $5.00. Cost does not include helmet rental or lessons.

You must be up to date on health forms parts A and B.

Please print permission slip located on registration page and turn it into Mr Hoffman or Mr. Furtaw.

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FYI: UPCOMING VENTURING CREW CALENDAR

November 18th: Meeting - Award Progress - 1pm at McDonalds on Sternbe

Troop 14 Newsletter for November 5th, 2012

NEXT TROOP MEETING

Flag Retirement Ceremony


PARENTS - Please stick around for this ceremony. We will only have a few flags to burn, so it's certain to be a short ceremony.

Tuesday, November 6th at 7pm

See the email newsletter for location.  

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IRON CHEF THANK YOU

Thanks to all the parents who helped make this year’s Iron Chef a success. Pictures and video of the event have been posted to the Troop 14 Facebook page. Check them out.

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LOST – BLACK IPHONE

This was lost during the campout. If your son accidentally picked it up, see the email newsletter for more information.

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HOW IS YOUR SON DOING IN SCOUTS?

We've now rolled out Troopmaster Web. With this, you can:

•     View and or print reports on your son’s advancement progress.
•     Register for upcoming events. This will be the only method of signing up for events.
•     Look up all Active Merit Badge Counselors.
•     Look up upcoming events on the calendar.

See the email newsletter for more information.
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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! If your scout does not have this one, they need to contact Mrs. Molyneux to finish it. The only requirement left is number 4.

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FYI: UPCOMING VENTURING CREW CALENDAR

November 9-11:  Campout
November 18th: Meeting - Award Progress

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UPCOMING EVENT: SKI TRIP

More details to come.

Troop 14 End-of-the-Week Update

NEXT TROOP MEETING

Tuesday, November 6th at 7pm

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

NEW THIS YEAR: The cooking competition will be done in the fashion of “Chopped,” the Food Network hit series hosted by Ted Allen. Each team will be given a box of mystery ingredients and challenged to create three dishes - being sure to have no left-over ingredients when they are done!
For more information on “Chopped,” visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chopped_(TV_series).

See the email newsletter for time and place. 


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HOW IS YOUR SON DOING IN SCOUTS?

We've now rolled out Troopmaster Web. With this, you can:

•     View and or print reports on your sons advancement progress.
•     Register for upcoming events. This will be the only method of signing up for events.
•     Look up all Active Merit Badge Counselors.
•     Look up upcoming events on the calendar.

If you missed the meeting, you can download instructions on how to set up your account and how to use Troopmaster.

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! If your scout does not have this one, they need to contact Mrs. Molyneux to finish it. The only requirement left is number 4.

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PAPER TRUCK IS HERE! BE GREEN AND HELP THE TROOP!

Please, continue to save your papers and bring them to the paper truck at Orchard Market!
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FYI: UPCOMING VENTURING CREW CALENDAR

November 4th: Meeting - Event Planning
November 9-11: Braak Campout
November 18th: Meeting - Award Progress

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UPCOMING EVENT: SKI TRIP

More details to come.

Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, October 22nd

NEXT TROOP MEETING

Tuesday, October 23rd at 7pm
Spring Lake Middle School Gym

PARENTS MEETING
Same time, Spring Lake Middle School Auditorium

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HOW IS YOUR SON DOING IN SCOUTS?

How far along is he? Find out this Tuesday as we introduce TROOPMASTER WEB at the Parents Meeting.

WHEN: This coming Tuesday, October 23rd at 7pm
WHERE: Spring Lake Middle School Auditorium

With Troopmaster Web, you can:

•     View and or print reports on your sons advancement progress.
•     Register for upcoming events. This will be the only method of signing up for events.
•     Look up all Active Merit Badge Counselors.
•     Look up upcoming events on the calendar.

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ROUND ROBIN MERIT BADGE EARNING NIGHT

Be sure to attend the Oct. 23rd and the 30th meetings. Four merit badges will be offered on those days.

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MUSIC MERIT BADGE - FINAL REQUIREMENT

Monday, October 29th is set to attend the SLHS Huddle at 7pm at the High School to complete one of the requirements of the merit badge. If you plan on attending, see the email newsletter.

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POPCORN SALES ARE OVER IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!

Forms due - Tuesday, October 30th at Troop meeting.
Popcorn pickup - Sunday, November 18th. Location TBD Money due at time of pickup.

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

WHEN: Nov. 2nd-4th
WHERE: Camp Braak

DROP OFF: Meet at Braak at 5:30 on Friday, November 2nd.

PICK UP: Noon on Sunday, November 4th.

Cost: $20

Sign up at the next troop meeting.

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PAPER TRUCK IS HERE! Be GREEN and HELP the Troop!

Troop 14/Crew 9014 a paper truck at Orchard Market until the middle of November. We only accept newspaper and phone books (no cardboard, no computer paper, no magazines). Nu-Wool, out of Grand Rapids, is providing the truck and will pay us for the paper which is recycled into insulation. Ask your friends, relatives, co-workers, (all your Facebook friends!)  to drop off their newspapers and extra phonebooks at the trailer! This is a convenient location, and if we fill the truck, we may make it a permanent on-going fundraiser! We only have a couple more dates open for families willing to commit to taking one week where they will go and sort/stack the paper on 2 different days. For more information, see the email newsletter.

Troop 14 Midweek Update

HOW IS YOUR SON DOING IN SCOUTS?

How far along is he? Find out this Tuesday as we introduce TROOPMASTER WEB at the Parents Meeting.

PARENTS MEETING
WHEN: This coming Tuesday, October 23rd at 7pm
WHERE: Spring Lake Middle School Auditorium

With Troopmaster Web, you can:

View and or print reports on your sons advancement progress.

Register for upcoming events. This will be the only method of signing up for events.

Look up all Active Merit Badge Counselors.

Look up upcoming events on the calendar.

See the emailed newsletter for more details.

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BOY SCOUT LEADER TRAINING

Boy Scout Leaders Show N Do & Boy Scout Leaders Specific Training

When: Saturday October 20, 2012
Time: 9:00AM-3:00PM
Where: Allendale Public Schools Evergreen Elementary


Den Chief Conference
When: Saturday October 20, 2012
Time: 8:30AM-4:00PM
Where: Allendale Public Schools Evergreen Elementary


Outing for Scouting & Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (Formally C.O.A.S.T)
When: October 26-28, 2012
Where: Gerber Scout Reservation
What: Boy Scout Camping, Cub Scout & Webelos Hike, Venturing Shootout

See the emailed newsletter for more details.

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VENTURE CREW  UPCOMING EVENT

Scouts over 14 or finished the 8th grade: You are eligible to join Venturing Crew 9014 on their trip to The Haunted Castle and the Terrorfied woods in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We will stay in their scout lodge both nights, touring the haunts on Friday and working on Saturday.  In December, all volunteers will receive around $25 in their scout accounts for their time. Weekend cost $55 includes gas, lodging, food, haunt tour. Moms, Dads, older sibling sisters are invited on this one!!

See the emailed newsletter for more details. 

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ROUND ROBIN MERIT BADGE EARNING NIGHT

Be sure to attend the Oct. 23rd and the 30th meetings. Four merit badges will be offered on those days.

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MUSIC MERIT BADGE - FINAL REQUIREMENT

Monday, October 29th is set to attend the SLHS Huddle at 7pm at the High School to complete one of the requirements of the merit badge.

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POPCORN SALES ARE OVER IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS!

Forms due - Tuesday, October 30th at Troop meeting.
Popcorn pickup - Sunday, November 18th. Location TBD Money due at time of pickup.

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

WHEN: Nov. 2nd-4th

Cost: $20

See the emailed newsletter for more details.

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WANTED: TREE STAND…

To borrow for the weekend of October 26-28th for the Scaredy Pants 5K at the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex. W.Y.L.D. is working with the Venturing Crew to design and staff several scenes for the Haunted Trail Run/Walk up in North Muskegon on October 27th. We would like to do something that needs a tree stand. 

See the emailed newsletter for more details.

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PAPER TRUCK IS HERE! Be GREEN and HELP the Troop!

Troop 14/Crew 9014 a paper truck at Orchard Market until the middle of November. We only accept newspaper and phone books (no cardboard, no computer paper, no magazines). Nu-Wool, out of Grand Rapids, is providing the truck and will pay us for the paper which is recycled into insulation. Ask your friends, relatives, co-workers, (all your Facebook friends!)  to drop off their newspapers and extra phonebooks at the trailer! This is a convenient location, and if we fill the truck, we may make it a permanent on-going fundraiser! We only have a couple more dates open for families willing to commit to taking one week where they will go and sort/stack the paper on 2 different days. For more information, see the emailed newsletter for more details.

Troop Newsletter for Monday, October 15th

NEXT TROOP MEETING

This Tuesday, October 16th
Scout meeting 7-8:30pm

Working on Law merit badge.

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VENTURE CREW

Scouts over 14 or finished the 8th grade: You are eligible to join Venturing Crew 9014 on their trip to The Haunted Castle and the Terrorfied woods in Fort Wayne, Indiana. We will stay in their scout lodge both nights, touring the haunts on Friday and working on Saturday.  In December, all volunteers will receive around $25 in their scout accounts for their time. Weekend cost $55 includes gas, lodging, food, haunt tour. Moms, Dads, older sibling sisters are invited on this one!!

See the email newsletter for more details.
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ROUND ROBIN MERIT BADGE EARNING NIGHT

Oct. 23rd and the 30th
4 Merit Badges will be offered during the meetings.

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MUSIC MERIT BADGE - FINAL REQUIREMENT

Monday October 29th is set to attend the SLHS Huddle at 7pm at the High School to complete one of the requirements of the merit badge. See the email newsletter for more details.

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HOW ARE YOUR POPCORN SALES GOING?

Remember, the following dates are coming up...

    Tuesday, October 30th - Order forms due at Troop meeting
    Sunday, November 18th - Popcorn pickup. Money due at time of pickup. Location TBD

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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS - EARN YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE

Scouts who have finished 8th grade should have their Geology Merit Badge! See the email newsletter for more details.

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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT

See the email newsletter for more details.

Cost: $20

Sign up at the next troop meeting.

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WANTED: TREE STAND…

To borrow for the weekend of October 26-28th for the Scaredy Pants 5K at the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex. W.Y.L.D. is working with the Venturing Crew to design and staff several scenes for the Haunted Trail Run/Walk up in North Muskegon on October 27th. We would like to do something that needs a tree stand.

See the email newsletter for more details.

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PAPER TRUCK IS HERE! Be GREEN and HELP the Troop!

Troop 14/Crew 9014 a paper truck at Orchard Market until the middle of November. We only accept newspaper and phone books (no cardboard, no computer paper, no magazines). Nu-Wool, out of Grand Rapids, is providing the truck and will pay us for the paper which is recycled into insulation. Ask your friends, relatives, co-workers, (all your Facebook friends!)  to drop off their newspapers and extra phonebooks at the trailer! This is a convenient location, and if we fill the truck, we may make it a permanent on-going fundraiser! We only have a couple more dates open for families willing to commit to taking one week where they will go and sort/stack the paper on two different days. See the email newsletter for more details.