CABERFAE SKI TRIP

It's time again for our annual Caberfae Peaks Ski Trip!  We'll need a minimum of 20 participants for the trip. If you are planning on attending but have not yet signed up, you are encouraged to sign up now so we can best determine numbers.

• January 8-10 @ Caberfae Peaks Resort near Cadillac.  Total cost is per person is $120 (this depends on the amount of people registered). This includes travel, lodging at the resort, ski rental (snowboard & snow blades extra $5) lessons $5 extra, food and LOTS OF FUN for the weekend. Must have skier information for rental in advance. Leave on Friday evening after school and return Sunday around 11 am. Register onTROOPMASTER by December 27.

SEPTEMBER CAMP OUT

For the first camp out of the year we'll be heading to Owasippe Scout Reservation in Twin Lake, September 18-20!  There will be an opportunity for mountain biking and/or fishing.  All scouts are invited!  Please sign up in troopmaster by Tuesday, 9/15/2015.

• Please drop your scout off at Owasippe at 7 pm Friday, September 18th.  The address is 9900 Russell Rd. Twin Lake, MI 49457.  This is NOT Gerber Scout Reservation
• There will be an opportunity to ride the trails at Owasippe.  Scouts not interested in mountain biking will have the opportunity to fish.
• Bring your bike (mountain bike preferred, BMX okay), helmet, and safety/riding glasses.
• Scouts who would like to fish should bring fishing gear. 
• The cost id $30.  
• The general packing list is available here:PACKING LIST

JULY CAMP OUT
 

 

We will be camping at PJ Hoffmaster State Park located at 6585 Lake Harbor Rd, Muskegon.  We have reserved the group campsite.  Activities will include day hikes, swimming and potentially some activities toward merit badges.  All scouts are welcome to attend!

• .Friday, July 10-Sunday, July 12th
• Scouts should be dropped off at the PJ Hoffmaster (at the group site) on Friday at 5 pm.  They should eat a meal before arriving, but some food/snacks will be provided in the evening.
• Pick up will be at 11 am at the campsite.  
• The cost is $30.   Please register on TROOPMASTER by July 7th.
• Please pack for general and summer camping: PACKING LIST.  Don't forget your swimsuit!  Hammocks and camp chairs are also acceptable additions to the list.  

 

SUMMER CAMP

A deposit of $100 is due for summer camp.  The remaining balance of $210 is due by April 28th.  (There is a sibling discount of $25 for the 2nd scout).  Beginning April 14th, and once your final payment is made, you may register for merit badges.

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UPCOMING TROOP EVENTS

Register for these upcoming events on Troopmaster Web.

MARCH LEADERSHIP CAMP OUT

• March 20-22, 2015 @ Camp Gerber.  We will be staying in the Venture cabins. Scouts will receive training on leadership in the troop. All scouts that need training for leadership position should plan on  attending.  Everyone is welcome for a weekend of FUN even if you don't have a leadership position!  

SUMMER CAMP

• June 14-20 Registration for summer camp is now open on Troopmaster.  Cost includes Wednesday Family Night meal.  

WINTER CAMP OUT

• Friday 2/13: We will be meeting at 7 pm at Orchard Market  to purchase the food for the camp out.  
• Saturday 2/14: We will be meeting at 8 am (Orchard Market, SL) and will return at noon Sunday (Orchard Market, SL).
• What to pack: WINTER CAMP OUT CHECKLIST.  Please note: extra money will be needed for optional activities at the Winter Sports Complex!
• Polar Bear: Scouts attempting to earn the Polar Bear award are required to hike into the campsite 1/2 mile with their gear. A backpack or sled to pull gear is encouraged.  
• Luge: We have 19 signed up for the luge from 7-9:30 pm (and it's completely sold out for 2/14!) All participants are outfitted with elbow pads, a helmet, and a well-maintained luge sled.