* NEXT TROOP MEETING: JANUARY 4TH
* LAST CHANCE: WINTER EUCHRE TOURNAMENT - THIS MONDAY
* 2011 HAUNTED HALL MEETING - THIS WEDNESDAY
* UPDATE ON HIGH ADVENTURE
* REMINDER: PATHFINDER BADGE - DEADLINE DECEMBER 28TH
* BORED WITH BREAK ALREADY? KEEP WORKING ON YOUR MERIT BADGES
* ORDER OF THE ARROW BANQUET
* BUDGETING FOR THE NEW YEAR? PAY FOR SUMMER SCOUT EVENTS NOW
PARENT COMMITTEE NOTES FROM 12-14 ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
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UPCOMING DATES
December
27th - Euchre Tournament
29th - Haunted Hall Meeting
2011 Calendar is included with the emailed newsletter.
Looking Ahead
* Order of the Arrow Banquet: January 15th
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th.
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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NEXT TROOP MEETING: JANUARY 4TH
There will be no meeting on December 28th. Enjoy the end of the year break.
Note: By the first meeting in January, Scout accounts will be updated to include popcorn and Haunted Hall proceeds.
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LAST CHANCE: WINTER EUCHRE TOURNAMENT - THIS MONDAY
WHEN: Monday, December 27th 6pm- 9pm
WHERE: Barber School in Spring Lake.
This event is open to ALL who are interested in playing - either competitively, or just to learn!! We will have tables set up for those competing for the T14 Mega Traveling Trophy as well as tables for learners! Pop and snacks will be served during this event.
Last minute attendees are welcome; however, PLEASE contact the troop to let us know you are coming (See the emailed newsletter for more information.)! We want to have available tables, card decks, snacks, and pop for all!
Just FYI: This does count as a "scout activity" toward advancement.
Cost $5 to cover food. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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2011 HAUNTED HALL MEETING - THIS WEDNESDAY
All troop parents are invited to join us this Wednesday as we'll be discussing this past year's Haunted Hall and announcing next year's theme!
WHERE: Spring Lake Library, Historical Room (next to the reference desk)
WHEN: 6:30 PM, This Wednesday, December 29th
Please note that this is an adult-only meeting. Be ready to bring your ideas and share them with all.
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UPDATE ON HIGH ADVENTURE
Currently, we have four spots available for the High Adventure trip. For more information, see the emailed newsletter for more information.. Remember, you must have $100 in your scout account to sign up.
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REMINDER: PATHFINDER BADGE - DEADLINE DECEMBER 28TH
At the last meeting, many Scouts started the Pathfinder badge. The requirements for this badge are changing as of December 31st, 2010.
Scouts who still want this badge must print the sheet, complete the requirements and meet with the merit badge counselor. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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BORED WITH BREAK ALREADY? KEEP WORKING ON YOUR MERIT BADGES
Winter break is an excellent time to focus on a few badges. One badge we recommend is the Scholarship Merit Badge.
Scouts interested may download the worksheet at: http://www.usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/Scholarship.pdf.
When requirements are complete, the scout may get together with the merit badge counselor for verification. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
For other badges, the MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST can be found at
http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html.
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ORDER OF THE ARROW BANQUET
WHEN: January 15th
WHERE: TBA
OA members are invited to attend the OA Banquet. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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BUDGETING FOR THE NEW YEAR? PAY FOR SUMMER SCOUT EVENTS NOW
At the parents? meeting, the schedule of events for the upcoming year was discussed. One interesting point that was made is that everything that happens over the summer (Summer
Camp, High Adventure, etc.) needs to be paid for in May to reserve your space. One recommendation that was made was to start planning now and making estimated payments
to your Scout Account. If this is something that would interest you, see the emailed newsletter for more information.
See the Parent Committee notes for more information on events
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Monday, December 27, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
TROOP 14 MID-WEEK UPDATE For Thursday, November 18th
TROOP 14 MID-WEEK UPDATE
For Thursday, November 18th
In This Issue
* POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW - NOVEMBER 23RD!
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
* STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
*Notes from the last parent meeting are now available on request. Reply to this newsletter to request them.
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UPCOMING DATES
November
20th-21st - Popcorn Pickups
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks!
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
If you ordered popcorn, it's here. You can pick it up this weekend.
Location: See the newsletter.
Time: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
There will be extra product to sell/buy if anyone is interested.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW ? NOVEMBER 23RD!
Our next meeting will be the Board of Review for scouts.
All scouts going before the board should be dressed in full Class A uniforms and should have their books.
For first-years, the Board of Review will ask you to review a few things you may have already earned, such as knots. For a knot review, check out the link below.
http://www.animatedknots.com/bowline/index.php?Categ=climbing&LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 30th will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven.
Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the newsletter for RSVP information.
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STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
If you bought something for Haunted Hall and want to get reimbursed, you have one more weekend to get reimbursed. See the email newsletter for more details.
For Thursday, November 18th
In This Issue
* POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW - NOVEMBER 23RD!
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
* STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
*Notes from the last parent meeting are now available on request. Reply to this newsletter to request them.
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UPCOMING DATES
November
20th-21st - Popcorn Pickups
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks!
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
If you ordered popcorn, it's here. You can pick it up this weekend.
Location: See the newsletter.
Time: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
There will be extra product to sell/buy if anyone is interested.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW ? NOVEMBER 23RD!
Our next meeting will be the Board of Review for scouts.
All scouts going before the board should be dressed in full Class A uniforms and should have their books.
For first-years, the Board of Review will ask you to review a few things you may have already earned, such as knots. For a knot review, check out the link below.
http://www.animatedknots.com/bowline/index.php?Categ=climbing&LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 30th will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven.
Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the newsletter for RSVP information.
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STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
If you bought something for Haunted Hall and want to get reimbursed, you have one more weekend to get reimbursed. See the email newsletter for more details.
Monday, November 15, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, November 15th
In This Issue
* NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
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UPCOMING DATES
November
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - AND SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
We will return to Holmes Elementary next Tuesday at 7PM.
Scoutmaster conferences will also be held this week. Please plan accordingly.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. See the newsletter for more information. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 23rd will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven. Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the email newsletter for more contact information.
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST can be found at
http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html.
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Any Eagle Scout project announcements can be sent through the newsletter.
All messages *MUST* include:
* Date (Newsletters are sent every Monday and usually Wednesday during the school year. You should provide at least 10 days notice before the event.)
* Place
* Time
* The Scoutmasters and your parents CCed in the message
Nice to include items are:
* Things volunteers need to bring (i.e. items to donate, cans of food, tools, etc.)
* If family members are invited
* NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
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UPCOMING DATES
November
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - AND SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
We will return to Holmes Elementary next Tuesday at 7PM.
Scoutmaster conferences will also be held this week. Please plan accordingly.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. See the newsletter for more information. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 23rd will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven. Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the email newsletter for more contact information.
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST can be found at
http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html.
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Any Eagle Scout project announcements can be sent through the newsletter.
All messages *MUST* include:
* Date (Newsletters are sent every Monday and usually Wednesday during the school year. You should provide at least 10 days notice before the event.)
* Place
* Time
* The Scoutmasters and your parents CCed in the message
Nice to include items are:
* Things volunteers need to bring (i.e. items to donate, cans of food, tools, etc.)
* If family members are invited
Monday, November 8, 2010
TROOP 14 Weekly Update For Monday, November 7th
IN THIS ISSUE:
* MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
* POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
* NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
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UPCOMING DATES
November
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (see below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
If you lost a Columbia jacket while working at Haunted Hall this season, it will be at this Tuesday's meeting.
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POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
Popcorn orders were due on Friday. If you have orders, please contact the Popcorn Kernel to drop off orders and money.
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NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
Now that we've prepped the flags, the Troop will hold a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th at our usual meeting time of 7PM.
Camp Braak is located along North Shore Drive, between Coast Guard Park and North Shore Beach. Once you drive past the entrance to Coast Guard Park, heading toward the beach, watch for the driveway on the left side of the road. Signs will be up.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT - THIS WEEKEND
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th. More details about the camp out to come.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling. See the newsletter for time and location.
* MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
* POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
* NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
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UPCOMING DATES
November
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (see below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
If you lost a Columbia jacket while working at Haunted Hall this season, it will be at this Tuesday's meeting.
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POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
Popcorn orders were due on Friday. If you have orders, please contact the Popcorn Kernel to drop off orders and money.
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NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
Now that we've prepped the flags, the Troop will hold a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th at our usual meeting time of 7PM.
Camp Braak is located along North Shore Drive, between Coast Guard Park and North Shore Beach. Once you drive past the entrance to Coast Guard Park, heading toward the beach, watch for the driveway on the left side of the road. Signs will be up.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT - THIS WEEKEND
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th. More details about the camp out to come.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling. See the newsletter for time and location.
Monday, November 1, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, November 1st
IN THIS NEWSLETTER:
* UPCOMING DATES
* THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
* LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
* HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
* FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony (See below)
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
The Troop 14 website now has a list of current Merit Badge Counselors. The list can be found through links on the "Leaders" page and on the "Helpful Sites Page," or directly at http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html. We will update the list as existing MB counselors renew their Youth Protection training, and as new counselors are added.
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LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
Someone picked up a black Columbia fleece jacket that isn't his on the last night of the Haunted Hall. He would like to return it to the correct owner and get his back. See the newsletter for more information.
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HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
Haunted Hall was a huge success this year (more details to come). Thanks to everyone who helped out... but we still need your help for teardown.
Monday 11/1: Tear down: 6-9
Wednesday 11/2: Tear down: 6-9
Thursday 11/3: Tear down: 6-9
Saturday 11/5: Tear down: 9-5
Sunday 11/6: Tear down: 12:30-5
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FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Bring any flags that need retiring AND scissors to next Tuesday's meeting at Holmes Elementary.The Troop will be preparing them for a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th.
Please label scissors with your name (or the name of whomever they go home with!!)
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
Popcorn orders are due this week. If you're done selling, bring them to this Tuesday's meeting. Otherwise, keep selling and bring to your orders to the Popcorn Kernel's house by Friday the 5th.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the 'secret' ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol's expertise!
* UPCOMING DATES
* THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
* LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
* HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
* FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony (See below)
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
The Troop 14 website now has a list of current Merit Badge Counselors. The list can be found through links on the "Leaders" page and on the "Helpful Sites Page," or directly at http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html. We will update the list as existing MB counselors renew their Youth Protection training, and as new counselors are added.
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LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
Someone picked up a black Columbia fleece jacket that isn't his on the last night of the Haunted Hall. He would like to return it to the correct owner and get his back. See the newsletter for more information.
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HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
Haunted Hall was a huge success this year (more details to come). Thanks to everyone who helped out... but we still need your help for teardown.
Monday 11/1: Tear down: 6-9
Wednesday 11/2: Tear down: 6-9
Thursday 11/3: Tear down: 6-9
Saturday 11/5: Tear down: 9-5
Sunday 11/6: Tear down: 12:30-5
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FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Bring any flags that need retiring AND scissors to next Tuesday's meeting at Holmes Elementary.The Troop will be preparing them for a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th.
Please label scissors with your name (or the name of whomever they go home with!!)
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
Popcorn orders are due this week. If you're done selling, bring them to this Tuesday's meeting. Otherwise, keep selling and bring to your orders to the Popcorn Kernel's house by Friday the 5th.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the 'secret' ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol's expertise!
Monday, October 25, 2010
TROOP 14 Weekly Update For Monday, October 25th
IN THIS NEWSLETTER:
* UPCOMING DATES
* HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
* HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
October
26th - Troop Meeting - Back at Holmes
30th - Metal Working Badge Meeting
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (See below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
A big thank you to everybody who has worked this season at the Haunted Hall. On Saturday, we put through over 700 people in one night! A special thanks to those people who came in to help with little or no notice. We couldn't have done this without the teamwork that took place this year!
We currently we have enough actors for the rest of the season. Hours will still be available for tear down.
REMEMBER that Halloween is being celebrated on October 30 (our final night) in the Tri-Cities. PLEASE do not wait until the 28th or 29th to decide you are changing your mind about working!!!
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OTHER ‘HALL REMINDERS
* Buy a wristbands and paper kidneys for $1 each at The Haunted Hall and Troop meetings through the month of October.
* If you bought something for the ‘Hall and want to be reimbursed, see the newsletter to learn how.
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HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
Sunday, Oct. 31st is designated for prop removal at the hall. If you have PERSONAL items you want to take home, please arrange to do so on the 31st. Full tear down will begin on Monday, Nov. 1 (Full schedule will be posted later this week.)
We also need help taking down the Castle in the lobby on Sunday afternoon. Mona Shores Drama Department loaned it to us and needs it back to repaint it for a play. Please show them our thanks by making this a quick job. Many hands make light work!
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
All popcorn order forms and money must be turned in no later than November 5th. The envelopes had November 9th on them - this is an error.
There is still popcorn product available for take and sell. See the newsletter to view contact information.
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FINAL SIGN-UP: METAL WORKING MERIT BADGE
If you’re a scout hoping to work on your Metalworking Merit Badge, it’s not too late to sign up for one of two demonstrations (at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.) at the Black Bear Forge in Muskegon on Saturday, October 30th.
This demo is NOT mandatory, however, it is recommended that you attend if possible.
The last sign-up will be at this Tuesday’s meeting.
We will also be visiting the forge later in the year in much smaller groups to actually forge two items to complete the requirements.
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FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Give it a proper retirement by bringing it to Troop 14. Flags must be received by Tuesday, November 2nd, in order to properly be prepared for retirement. The Troop will be preparing them at a troop meeting on that date. If you would like to participate in the preparation, bring a pair of scissors to the meeting.
Then, plan on joining the Scouts on November 9th at Camp Braak for this special ceremony.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the “secret” ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol’s expertise!
* UPCOMING DATES
* HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
* HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
October
26th - Troop Meeting - Back at Holmes
30th - Metal Working Badge Meeting
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (See below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
A big thank you to everybody who has worked this season at the Haunted Hall. On Saturday, we put through over 700 people in one night! A special thanks to those people who came in to help with little or no notice. We couldn't have done this without the teamwork that took place this year!
We currently we have enough actors for the rest of the season. Hours will still be available for tear down.
REMEMBER that Halloween is being celebrated on October 30 (our final night) in the Tri-Cities. PLEASE do not wait until the 28th or 29th to decide you are changing your mind about working!!!
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OTHER ‘HALL REMINDERS
* Buy a wristbands and paper kidneys for $1 each at The Haunted Hall and Troop meetings through the month of October.
* If you bought something for the ‘Hall and want to be reimbursed, see the newsletter to learn how.
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HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
Sunday, Oct. 31st is designated for prop removal at the hall. If you have PERSONAL items you want to take home, please arrange to do so on the 31st. Full tear down will begin on Monday, Nov. 1 (Full schedule will be posted later this week.)
We also need help taking down the Castle in the lobby on Sunday afternoon. Mona Shores Drama Department loaned it to us and needs it back to repaint it for a play. Please show them our thanks by making this a quick job. Many hands make light work!
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
All popcorn order forms and money must be turned in no later than November 5th. The envelopes had November 9th on them - this is an error.
There is still popcorn product available for take and sell. See the newsletter to view contact information.
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FINAL SIGN-UP: METAL WORKING MERIT BADGE
If you’re a scout hoping to work on your Metalworking Merit Badge, it’s not too late to sign up for one of two demonstrations (at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.) at the Black Bear Forge in Muskegon on Saturday, October 30th.
This demo is NOT mandatory, however, it is recommended that you attend if possible.
The last sign-up will be at this Tuesday’s meeting.
We will also be visiting the forge later in the year in much smaller groups to actually forge two items to complete the requirements.
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FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Give it a proper retirement by bringing it to Troop 14. Flags must be received by Tuesday, November 2nd, in order to properly be prepared for retirement. The Troop will be preparing them at a troop meeting on that date. If you would like to participate in the preparation, bring a pair of scissors to the meeting.
Then, plan on joining the Scouts on November 9th at Camp Braak for this special ceremony.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the “secret” ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol’s expertise!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
TROOP 14 MID-WEEK UPDATE For Wednesday, September 22nd
* PARENT MEETING FOLLOW-UP
* NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
* HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT's CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
* BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
* MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
* HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
* PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
* FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
* PLANNING AN EAGLE CEREMONY?
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PARENT MEETING FOLLOW-UP
Thanks to all the parents who attended the Parent Meeting this evening. If you missed part or all of the meeting, notes will be available soon.
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NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
On September 28th, the Scout meeting location will be at the Haunted Hall.
6 p.m. - Board of Review for September Advancements
7 p.m. - Haunted Hall safety meeting
This is REQUIRED for ALL Haunted Hall workers (Scouts, parents, siblings over 13, volunteers, Jr/Sr Webelos). This is also part of the Fire Safety Merit Badge.
The 'HALL is located at the old Herman Miller HMI facility: VanWagoner just West of US-31.
Entrance = East side of building
If you cannot make this meeting, contact the Scoutmaster.
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HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT'S CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
The Haunted Hall opens in one week and we still have a lot to do. If you are working at the 'Hall, please remember that:
* SCOUTS WHO ARE 13 AND UNDER MUST WORK WITH A PARENT. Siblings over 12 may also help out as long as they are with a parent. Underage Scouts and siblings without a parent will be sent home.
* EVERYONE IS REQUIRED to fill out a Hold Harmless form prior to working. Download and fill out one prior to coming:
http://www.hauntedhall.com/HH/holdharmless.html
Hours are still:
Mondays,Wednesdays,Thursdays: 6-9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9-5 p.m.
Sundays: 1-5 p.m.
We also want to take this moment to mention:
* Wear closed toe shoes and old clothing.
* Scouts/siblings - no cell phones or texting while working.
* Goof off and you'll be asked to go home.
* Please bring tools (cordless drills, hammer staplers, 3-6 foot ladders). We also ask that you label them with your last name.
* Stop in to work for a full shift - or even an hour! Any time will help!
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BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
Boo School is back! Haunted Hall cast members are encouraged to attend an actor school on the art of scaring!
WHEN: Saturday, September 25th from 11am - 12:30
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
Boo School will get into the art and science behind acting in a haunted house. This class will focus on how to personalize your scare to be the best for your character. Plan on attending!
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MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
The Madness Makeup is for those who want to take their makeup to the next level, going beyond what is done at the 'Hall. If you have, or plan on getting, your own Wolfe FX makeup, this class will show you the basics of haunted makeup.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 29th at 6 p.m.
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
If you plan on doing your own makeup, you should try to bring your own palette and makeup sponges. Makeup palettes can be ordered from http://www.wolfefxmakeup.com/. Under the Hydrocolor makeup tab, the appetizers page contains palettes for $16 and $30. The 6 essential colors palatte will get you started! (Note: This should be done ASAP!)
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HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
Last day to order will be Tuesday. In addition to the black shirts and sweatshirts, we will also be offering black sweat pants as well as neon greenish/yellow t-shirts.
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PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Troop 14 is looking for someone to handle the Haunted Hall shirts. The person in charge would collect, submit, and sort the orders. This is a great short-term volunteer position!
See the email version of the newsletter for more details.
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FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
Scouts: Looking to finish your Geology merit badge?
If you've finished eighth grade science at Spring Lake and you only have one requirement to fulfill before earning your badge, do ONE of the following:
1.) With your parent's and counselor's approval, visit with a geologist, land use planner, or civil engineer. Discuss this professional's work and the tools required in this line of work. Learn about a project that this person is now working on, and ask to see reports and maps created for this project. Discuss with your counselor what you have learned.
2.) Find out about three career opportunities available in geology. Pick one and find out the education, training, and experience required for the profession. Discuss this with your counselor and explain why this profession might interest you.
See the email version of the newsletter for more details on how to touchbase with your counselor.
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SUMMER SCOUT EVENT PICTURES ARE NOW ON THE WEBSITE: UPLOAD YOUR NOW!
As Kelly Parker explained in tonight's meeting, you can view pictures from this past summer's scout events (Cycling Merit badge, Camp Gerber, and High Adventure-Pictured Rocks).
To view them:
1.) Go to Troop14sl.com.
2.) From the menu on the left, select Pictures. This will open Google Picassa albums.
You can then use the Download drop-down menu at the top of the screen to download, print or make a slideshow of your pictures.
Anyone who has pictures they would like to add to any of these albums can send an email to webmaster@troop14sl.com and we'll set it so they can upload directly. Your pictures will go right into the album listed on the Troop website. You will need to log in using a Google account to do so, but that's free. And the webmaster can still do the actual uploading if provided a cd or usb drive of the picture files. This should let us build some nice shared photo collections!
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If you know of someone who is part of Troop 14 but didn’t receive this newsletter, please forward this email to them and tell them to reply to this message. They will be added to the email list.
* NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
* HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT's CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
* BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
* MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
* HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
* PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
* FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
* PLANNING AN EAGLE CEREMONY?
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PARENT MEETING FOLLOW-UP
Thanks to all the parents who attended the Parent Meeting this evening. If you missed part or all of the meeting, notes will be available soon.
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NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
On September 28th, the Scout meeting location will be at the Haunted Hall.
6 p.m. - Board of Review for September Advancements
7 p.m. - Haunted Hall safety meeting
This is REQUIRED for ALL Haunted Hall workers (Scouts, parents, siblings over 13, volunteers, Jr/Sr Webelos). This is also part of the Fire Safety Merit Badge.
The 'HALL is located at the old Herman Miller HMI facility: VanWagoner just West of US-31.
Entrance = East side of building
If you cannot make this meeting, contact the Scoutmaster.
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HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT'S CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
The Haunted Hall opens in one week and we still have a lot to do. If you are working at the 'Hall, please remember that:
* SCOUTS WHO ARE 13 AND UNDER MUST WORK WITH A PARENT. Siblings over 12 may also help out as long as they are with a parent. Underage Scouts and siblings without a parent will be sent home.
* EVERYONE IS REQUIRED to fill out a Hold Harmless form prior to working. Download and fill out one prior to coming:
http://www.hauntedhall.com/HH/holdharmless.html
Hours are still:
Mondays,Wednesdays,Thursdays: 6-9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9-5 p.m.
Sundays: 1-5 p.m.
We also want to take this moment to mention:
* Wear closed toe shoes and old clothing.
* Scouts/siblings - no cell phones or texting while working.
* Goof off and you'll be asked to go home.
* Please bring tools (cordless drills, hammer staplers, 3-6 foot ladders). We also ask that you label them with your last name.
* Stop in to work for a full shift - or even an hour! Any time will help!
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BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
Boo School is back! Haunted Hall cast members are encouraged to attend an actor school on the art of scaring!
WHEN: Saturday, September 25th from 11am - 12:30
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
Boo School will get into the art and science behind acting in a haunted house. This class will focus on how to personalize your scare to be the best for your character. Plan on attending!
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MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
The Madness Makeup is for those who want to take their makeup to the next level, going beyond what is done at the 'Hall. If you have, or plan on getting, your own Wolfe FX makeup, this class will show you the basics of haunted makeup.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 29th at 6 p.m.
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
If you plan on doing your own makeup, you should try to bring your own palette and makeup sponges. Makeup palettes can be ordered from http://www.wolfefxmakeup.com/. Under the Hydrocolor makeup tab, the appetizers page contains palettes for $16 and $30. The 6 essential colors palatte will get you started! (Note: This should be done ASAP!)
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HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
Last day to order will be Tuesday. In addition to the black shirts and sweatshirts, we will also be offering black sweat pants as well as neon greenish/yellow t-shirts.
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PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Troop 14 is looking for someone to handle the Haunted Hall shirts. The person in charge would collect, submit, and sort the orders. This is a great short-term volunteer position!
See the email version of the newsletter for more details.
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FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
Scouts: Looking to finish your Geology merit badge?
If you've finished eighth grade science at Spring Lake and you only have one requirement to fulfill before earning your badge, do ONE of the following:
1.) With your parent's and counselor's approval, visit with a geologist, land use planner, or civil engineer. Discuss this professional's work and the tools required in this line of work. Learn about a project that this person is now working on, and ask to see reports and maps created for this project. Discuss with your counselor what you have learned.
2.) Find out about three career opportunities available in geology. Pick one and find out the education, training, and experience required for the profession. Discuss this with your counselor and explain why this profession might interest you.
See the email version of the newsletter for more details on how to touchbase with your counselor.
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SUMMER SCOUT EVENT PICTURES ARE NOW ON THE WEBSITE: UPLOAD YOUR NOW!
As Kelly Parker explained in tonight's meeting, you can view pictures from this past summer's scout events (Cycling Merit badge, Camp Gerber, and High Adventure-Pictured Rocks).
To view them:
1.) Go to Troop14sl.com.
2.) From the menu on the left, select Pictures. This will open Google Picassa albums.
You can then use the Download drop-down menu at the top of the screen to download, print or make a slideshow of your pictures.
Anyone who has pictures they would like to add to any of these albums can send an email to webmaster@troop14sl.com and we'll set it so they can upload directly. Your pictures will go right into the album listed on the Troop website. You will need to log in using a Google account to do so, but that's free. And the webmaster can still do the actual uploading if provided a cd or usb drive of the picture files. This should let us build some nice shared photo collections!
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If you know of someone who is part of Troop 14 but didn’t receive this newsletter, please forward this email to them and tell them to reply to this message. They will be added to the email list.
Monday, August 16, 2010
TROOP 14 UPDATE For Monday, August 16th
SCOUT NEWSLETTER IN BRIEF:
* REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
* KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! FINAL DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
* STOP THE PRESSES! TROOP 14 MADE THE GH TRIBUNE
* MERIT BADGE UPDATE
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
* COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
* SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
** NEXT TROOP 14 NEWSLETTER WILL BE AUGUST 30TH**
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REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
Families attending Owassippi Campout should attend a menu planning meeting. See the newsletter for time and place. This will take about 1/2 hour and additional information about the campout will be discussed.
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KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
ALL tickets sales MUST be turned in NO LATER than 7PM AUGUST 19th!!!
Read the newsletter to see how to turn in money and tickets. Any families not returning tickets/money by August 19th will be charged for the tickets they took to sell.
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STOP THE PRESSES!
In case you missed it, a recent Eagle Project made it into the Grand Haven Tribune. You can read about it here:
http://www.grandhaventribune.com/paid/305801386461582.bsp
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MERIT BADGE UPDATE
Partial merit badge blue cards are available for the following badges:
* Env Science
* Lifesaving
* Personal Mgt
* Personal Fitness
* Wilderness Survival
* Citizenship in World, Nation and Community
* Fishing
* Insect Study
* Archery
* Camping
* Emergency Prep
* Photography
* Small Boat Sailing
* Cooking
These badges are mostly from summer camp but some are older.
If you are the Merit Badge councilor for any of these badges and would like to keep them with you, see the newsletter for more information.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
A scout is requesting help from his fellow scouts to assemble and paint the storage shelves and carpet the SLHS Band Drum Room.
* Date: Thursday, August 26th, 2010
* Place: Spring Lake High School Band Room (Back door of High School)
* Time: 6 - 9 PM
* Tools will be provided.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
Spring Lake schools Total Trek Quest Program is facing a shortage of coaches for the 2011 school year. They are looking for a few scouts to help out.
Total Trek Quest is a nine-week interactive program where 3rd to 5th grade boys train for a 5k run as well as do activities to promote healthy choices and teach social/relational skills. They meet after school for 90 minutes, two times each week.
If you are interested in helping, see the newsletter for more information.
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SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
WHEN: Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 2:00p.m.
WHERE: The Tennis Court at White Pines Middle School
More information will follow!
* REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
* KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! FINAL DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
* STOP THE PRESSES! TROOP 14 MADE THE GH TRIBUNE
* MERIT BADGE UPDATE
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
* COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
* SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
** NEXT TROOP 14 NEWSLETTER WILL BE AUGUST 30TH**
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REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
Families attending Owassippi Campout should attend a menu planning meeting. See the newsletter for time and place. This will take about 1/2 hour and additional information about the campout will be discussed.
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KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
ALL tickets sales MUST be turned in NO LATER than 7PM AUGUST 19th!!!
Read the newsletter to see how to turn in money and tickets. Any families not returning tickets/money by August 19th will be charged for the tickets they took to sell.
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STOP THE PRESSES!
In case you missed it, a recent Eagle Project made it into the Grand Haven Tribune. You can read about it here:
http://www.grandhaventribune.com/paid/305801386461582.bsp
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MERIT BADGE UPDATE
Partial merit badge blue cards are available for the following badges:
* Env Science
* Lifesaving
* Personal Mgt
* Personal Fitness
* Wilderness Survival
* Citizenship in World, Nation and Community
* Fishing
* Insect Study
* Archery
* Camping
* Emergency Prep
* Photography
* Small Boat Sailing
* Cooking
These badges are mostly from summer camp but some are older.
If you are the Merit Badge councilor for any of these badges and would like to keep them with you, see the newsletter for more information.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
A scout is requesting help from his fellow scouts to assemble and paint the storage shelves and carpet the SLHS Band Drum Room.
* Date: Thursday, August 26th, 2010
* Place: Spring Lake High School Band Room (Back door of High School)
* Time: 6 - 9 PM
* Tools will be provided.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
Spring Lake schools Total Trek Quest Program is facing a shortage of coaches for the 2011 school year. They are looking for a few scouts to help out.
Total Trek Quest is a nine-week interactive program where 3rd to 5th grade boys train for a 5k run as well as do activities to promote healthy choices and teach social/relational skills. They meet after school for 90 minutes, two times each week.
If you are interested in helping, see the newsletter for more information.
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SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
WHEN: Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 2:00p.m.
WHERE: The Tennis Court at White Pines Middle School
More information will follow!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
TROOP 14 QUICK UPDATE
There's been an update to Troop 14 events since Tuesday's newsletter.
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HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING - JULY 14th @ CENTRAL PARK @ 7PM
High adventure is on. We have scheduled a meeting July 14th, at Central Park, 7:00pm. If you are signed up or are planning on going, please attend this meeting.
If there are any changes, please contact the Scoutmaster.
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HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING - JULY 14th @ CENTRAL PARK @ 7PM
High adventure is on. We have scheduled a meeting July 14th, at Central Park, 7:00pm. If you are signed up or are planning on going, please attend this meeting.
If there are any changes, please contact the Scoutmaster.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
SCOUT NEWSLETTER IN BRIEF:
* THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
* LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
* DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES:
- KAYAK RAFFLE - DATES AVAILABLE!
- HOT DOG SALE - AUGUST 7th
* SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE - NEXT ISSUE JULY 19TH
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THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
Just a reminder that Eagle Court of Honor is this Thursday, July
8 at SL High School Auditorium at 7 PM. Please everyone come! We would
like a strong troop representation. This is for scouts and families.
Scouts should be in full class A uniform and arrive at 6:15. This not only
supports Trevor in this great honor, but inspires scouts to obtain Eagle
as well.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line
up instructions.
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URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
We need at least one family this Thursday to handle the popcorn at the
Point. It is the same night as Trevor's Eagle Ceremony, so we'd like
volunteers who aren't attending.
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LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
A few more reports of accidentally lost items have come up from Camp Gerber:
* One scout accidentally brought home two different, navy blue Keen
shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. If you own a pair of Men's
blue Keens in a size 10, please check to make sure they're a match.
* Another scout left his Scout handbook, and 2 merit badge books (Cit in
the World & Environ Science), and a book of all the Merit Badge Reqs at
the campsite at Gerber when he left camp on Friday night. If anyone
happened to find these and bring them home, please let us know.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SIGN-UP DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing
and fishing!
!!!WE NEED TO CONFIRM PARTICIPANTS BY JULY 20TH!!!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the
cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent,
contact Curt Brower regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a
tent with an unrelated adult.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
If you could add that we still need an adult to sign-up for the following
times for Kayak Raffle Ticket Sales:
July 28th (Waterfront Stadium in Grand Haven)
August 3rd (Central Park in Grand Haven)
August 7th for Coast Guard Parade: shifts - 10-12:45; 12:30-2:45
August 17th (Central Park in Grand Haven)
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale
outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and
up are invited to help out.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you
want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council,
newsletters will now go out every other Monday starting with this
newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send
all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least
10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date,
place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before
they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your
parents/guardians.
* THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
* LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
* DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES:
- KAYAK RAFFLE - DATES AVAILABLE!
- HOT DOG SALE - AUGUST 7th
* SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE - NEXT ISSUE JULY 19TH
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THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
Just a reminder that Eagle Court of Honor is this Thursday, July
8 at SL High School Auditorium at 7 PM. Please everyone come! We would
like a strong troop representation. This is for scouts and families.
Scouts should be in full class A uniform and arrive at 6:15. This not only
supports Trevor in this great honor, but inspires scouts to obtain Eagle
as well.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line
up instructions.
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URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
We need at least one family this Thursday to handle the popcorn at the
Point. It is the same night as Trevor's Eagle Ceremony, so we'd like
volunteers who aren't attending.
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LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
A few more reports of accidentally lost items have come up from Camp Gerber:
* One scout accidentally brought home two different, navy blue Keen
shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. If you own a pair of Men's
blue Keens in a size 10, please check to make sure they're a match.
* Another scout left his Scout handbook, and 2 merit badge books (Cit in
the World & Environ Science), and a book of all the Merit Badge Reqs at
the campsite at Gerber when he left camp on Friday night. If anyone
happened to find these and bring them home, please let us know.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SIGN-UP DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing
and fishing!
!!!WE NEED TO CONFIRM PARTICIPANTS BY JULY 20TH!!!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the
cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent,
contact Curt Brower regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a
tent with an unrelated adult.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
If you could add that we still need an adult to sign-up for the following
times for Kayak Raffle Ticket Sales:
July 28th (Waterfront Stadium in Grand Haven)
August 3rd (Central Park in Grand Haven)
August 7th for Coast Guard Parade: shifts - 10-12:45; 12:30-2:45
August 17th (Central Park in Grand Haven)
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale
outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and
up are invited to help out.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you
want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council,
newsletters will now go out every other Monday starting with this
newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send
all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least
10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date,
place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before
they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your
parents/guardians.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
TROOP 14 QUICK UPDATE Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
There's been some updates to Troop 14 events since Monday's newsletter. Please check them out below.
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POSTPONED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING
The Eagle Project (installing a flagpole on June 27th) has been postponed. We'll post further information on this project soon.
In the meantime, the Scout is asking for returnable cans. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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NEEDED: ADULT VOLUNTEERS FOR HIGH ADVENTURE
Help! We need at least TWO MORE ADULT DRIVERS for High Adventure, coming up July 17th through 25th. Currently, we have 11 Scouts who do not have rides. If you can volunteer, please contact the Scoutmaster immediately.
If no one volunteers, we will have to cancel High Adventure. But this doesn't have to happen. Volunteer now to help out!
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PLEASE RSVP: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
This is a wonderful event for first-year scouts as it keeps them motivated to work on their Eagle requirements.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
PLEASE RSVP BY JULY 1ST. See the Newsletter for more information..
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PLEASE CHECK MONDAY'S WEEKLY UPDATE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON:
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE (all summer long) & HOT DOG SALE (on August 7th)
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
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POSTPONED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING
The Eagle Project (installing a flagpole on June 27th) has been postponed. We'll post further information on this project soon.
In the meantime, the Scout is asking for returnable cans. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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NEEDED: ADULT VOLUNTEERS FOR HIGH ADVENTURE
Help! We need at least TWO MORE ADULT DRIVERS for High Adventure, coming up July 17th through 25th. Currently, we have 11 Scouts who do not have rides. If you can volunteer, please contact the Scoutmaster immediately.
If no one volunteers, we will have to cancel High Adventure. But this doesn't have to happen. Volunteer now to help out!
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PLEASE RSVP: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
This is a wonderful event for first-year scouts as it keeps them motivated to work on their Eagle requirements.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
PLEASE RSVP BY JULY 1ST. See the Newsletter for more information..
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PLEASE CHECK MONDAY'S WEEKLY UPDATE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON:
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE (all summer long) & HOT DOG SALE (on August 7th)
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Monday, June 21, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, June 21st, 2010
* A NOTE FROM THE TREASURER
* IMPORTANT: SUMMER CAMP THEFT
* SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
* UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES (CSOs)
- POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
- KAYAK RAFFLE
- HOT DOG SALE
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Welcome back to all the scouts and parents who enjoyed camp last week!
PLEASE NOTE: As of July 4th, the newsletter will go on a bi-weekly update for the rest of the summer.
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A NOTE FROM THE TREASURER
"Thank you Troop 14 for the beautiful flowers. It has been a pleasure serving as Treasurer. What a great dinner in honor of the 100th year of scouting! Thank you, dinner committee." -THE TREASURER
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SUMMER CAMP THEFT
On Friday night, the Scoutmaster was notified of several thefts that occurred from Troop 14's campsite. A couple of watches, several wallets, a fair amount of money, and a green North Face sweatshirt were taken from four different tents.
During the week, the campsite was unattended for very limited periods of time throughout the day. Unfortunately, we believe the thefts were committed by someone from Troop 14.
PARENTS & GUARDIANS: PLEASE be extra observant of your son if they attended camp last week. If you happen to notice that your son has an unfamiliar watch, or has unaccountable spending money, please talk to them and contact the Scoutmaster. We would like to recover the missing items, but more importantly, we want to prevent this from happening again and help whoever did this to change and learn - not continue down a wrong path.
For this reason, if someone steps forward, it will be handled in a confidential manner so as to not alienate the child - but rather to work with them to become in-step with the ideals of the Scouting Oath and Law.
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SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
One of our Scouts brought home two different, navy blue Keen shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. Since he just got his shoes (and he didn't hop around on one foot during the week), it is assumed that he and another scout swapped out a shoe! If your son has the same situation, please contact the the Communications Chair.
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UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites all scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor .
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
UPDATE: Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
Popcorn nights are full! Thanks to all who signed up. A schedule will go out to those working along with reminder emails.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
NOTE: NEW DATE! SUNDAY, JUNE 27th
On SUNDAY, JUNE 27th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
We have limited availability for Tue (Central Park) & Wed (Waterfront Stadium) night sales in Grand Haven. All this requires is an adult staffing a table from 6:40 - 8:15pm for ticket sales during music nights.
If you can haul the kayak trailer (2-inch ball), great. If not, we will arrange for it to get there. We are holding sign-ups to only one per family until Tuesday. So, if you are not scheduled and want a night - contact the Scoutmaster! As of Wednesday - the sign-up will be open for people to get additional nights (and some are already standing in line!). If you do want another night, let us know about that as well.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and up are invited to help out. For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
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FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing and fishing!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent, contact the Scoutmaster regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a tent with an unrelated adult.
For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday starting with the July 4th newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
* IMPORTANT: SUMMER CAMP THEFT
* SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
* UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES (CSOs)
- POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
- KAYAK RAFFLE
- HOT DOG SALE
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Welcome back to all the scouts and parents who enjoyed camp last week!
PLEASE NOTE: As of July 4th, the newsletter will go on a bi-weekly update for the rest of the summer.
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A NOTE FROM THE TREASURER
"Thank you Troop 14 for the beautiful flowers. It has been a pleasure serving as Treasurer. What a great dinner in honor of the 100th year of scouting! Thank you, dinner committee." -THE TREASURER
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SUMMER CAMP THEFT
On Friday night, the Scoutmaster was notified of several thefts that occurred from Troop 14's campsite. A couple of watches, several wallets, a fair amount of money, and a green North Face sweatshirt were taken from four different tents.
During the week, the campsite was unattended for very limited periods of time throughout the day. Unfortunately, we believe the thefts were committed by someone from Troop 14.
PARENTS & GUARDIANS: PLEASE be extra observant of your son if they attended camp last week. If you happen to notice that your son has an unfamiliar watch, or has unaccountable spending money, please talk to them and contact the Scoutmaster. We would like to recover the missing items, but more importantly, we want to prevent this from happening again and help whoever did this to change and learn - not continue down a wrong path.
For this reason, if someone steps forward, it will be handled in a confidential manner so as to not alienate the child - but rather to work with them to become in-step with the ideals of the Scouting Oath and Law.
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SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
One of our Scouts brought home two different, navy blue Keen shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. Since he just got his shoes (and he didn't hop around on one foot during the week), it is assumed that he and another scout swapped out a shoe! If your son has the same situation, please contact the the Communications Chair.
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UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites all scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor .
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
UPDATE: Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
Popcorn nights are full! Thanks to all who signed up. A schedule will go out to those working along with reminder emails.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
NOTE: NEW DATE! SUNDAY, JUNE 27th
On SUNDAY, JUNE 27th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
We have limited availability for Tue (Central Park) & Wed (Waterfront Stadium) night sales in Grand Haven. All this requires is an adult staffing a table from 6:40 - 8:15pm for ticket sales during music nights.
If you can haul the kayak trailer (2-inch ball), great. If not, we will arrange for it to get there. We are holding sign-ups to only one per family until Tuesday. So, if you are not scheduled and want a night - contact the Scoutmaster! As of Wednesday - the sign-up will be open for people to get additional nights (and some are already standing in line!). If you do want another night, let us know about that as well.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and up are invited to help out. For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
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FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing and fishing!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent, contact the Scoutmaster regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a tent with an unrelated adult.
For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday starting with the July 4th newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
Monday, June 7, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, June 7th, 2010
In this newsletter:
* UPCOMING EVENTS
* PREP FOR OVERNIGHT CAMP - JUNE 13th - 19th
* PRESERVE YOUR MEMORIES OF CAMP WITH CAMP PHOTOS
* FIRST-YEAR CAMP REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDERNESS SURVIVAL BADGE
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
* REMEMBER, SELL THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS
* COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES (CSO)
- POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
- ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
- COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Troop meetings are wrapped up for the summer, but there are still a lot of
Scout activities to do.
June 12th - Elks’ Veterans Dinner
June 13th-19th – Boy Scout Overnight Camp
June 16th - Scout Camp Family Night Dinner
July 17 – 25 – High Adventure
August 7th - Volunteers (both adults and scouts needed) needed at the Coast Guard Festival Hot Dog Stand at Grand Haven Elks:
August 20-22 - Family Campout: At Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Twp. More details to follow.
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PREP FOR OVERNIGHT CAMP - JUNE 13th - 19th
* If you're looking for a packing list for camp, a list of suggested items for camp may be found under camp info on website under "Gear & Stuff for Camp".
* Remember, first years will need to put together a wilderness survival kit and a first aid kit (See below).
* Please leave all electronics and cell phones at home.
* There is a store with t-shirts, candy and slushies. They usually offer a deal for slushies if the scout brings a nalgeen bottle to fill.
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PRESERVE YOUR MEMORIES OF CAMP WITH CAMP PHOTOS
We will be offering 8x10 camp pictures. The cost is usually around $7. More information will be included in next newsletter.
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FIRST-YEAR CAMP REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDERNESS SURVIVAL BADGE
If you want your scout to complete the Wilderness Survival Badge at Camp and be ready for First Class Rank, they need to put together a wilderness survival kit and a first aid kit.
Information on these was provided at the May 18th scout meeting. If you need a copy of the list, email the Communications Chair. Disposable CPR masks will be available for $2.50 each along with a pair of disposable gloves (free) - both are required for the kit and will be available Sunday when we meet to car pool to camp. This requirement may be completed in the fall, but it is easier to get it done with now!!
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary. Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August.
Social Time: 5-5:45;
Dinner: 6-6:45;
Call-out for Fire Bowl: 7pm;
Parents may leave at this time or attend the Fire Bowl Ceremony. Remember, parents will NOT be with their scout after call-out.
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FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Scouts, parents, and siblings are all invited to Camp Owassippi! Details and sign-up available at the Scout dinner! More information to follow.
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REMEMBER, SELL THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS
If you need more raffle tickets or to turn in what you have sold, contact the Scoutmaster.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
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CSO: ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
On Saturday, June 12th, the Elks’ Lodge is sponsoring a dinner for veterans. They need scouts to assist with serving and clean-up from 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Please contact the Scoutmaster if your scout is available.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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CSO: COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
On August 7th, scouts are asked to volunteer their time running the hot dog stand at the Grand Haven Elks during the Coast Guard Festival.
Please contact the Scoutmaster if your scout is available.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
* UPCOMING EVENTS
* PREP FOR OVERNIGHT CAMP - JUNE 13th - 19th
* PRESERVE YOUR MEMORIES OF CAMP WITH CAMP PHOTOS
* FIRST-YEAR CAMP REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDERNESS SURVIVAL BADGE
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
* REMEMBER, SELL THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS
* COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES (CSO)
- POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
- ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
- COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Troop meetings are wrapped up for the summer, but there are still a lot of
Scout activities to do.
June 12th - Elks’ Veterans Dinner
June 13th-19th – Boy Scout Overnight Camp
June 16th - Scout Camp Family Night Dinner
July 17 – 25 – High Adventure
August 7th - Volunteers (both adults and scouts needed) needed at the Coast Guard Festival Hot Dog Stand at Grand Haven Elks:
August 20-22 - Family Campout: At Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Twp. More details to follow.
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PREP FOR OVERNIGHT CAMP - JUNE 13th - 19th
* If you're looking for a packing list for camp, a list of suggested items for camp may be found under camp info on website under "Gear & Stuff for Camp".
* Remember, first years will need to put together a wilderness survival kit and a first aid kit (See below).
* Please leave all electronics and cell phones at home.
* There is a store with t-shirts, candy and slushies. They usually offer a deal for slushies if the scout brings a nalgeen bottle to fill.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
PRESERVE YOUR MEMORIES OF CAMP WITH CAMP PHOTOS
We will be offering 8x10 camp pictures. The cost is usually around $7. More information will be included in next newsletter.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
FIRST-YEAR CAMP REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDERNESS SURVIVAL BADGE
If you want your scout to complete the Wilderness Survival Badge at Camp and be ready for First Class Rank, they need to put together a wilderness survival kit and a first aid kit.
Information on these was provided at the May 18th scout meeting. If you need a copy of the list, email the Communications Chair. Disposable CPR masks will be available for $2.50 each along with a pair of disposable gloves (free) - both are required for the kit and will be available Sunday when we meet to car pool to camp. This requirement may be completed in the fall, but it is easier to get it done with now!!
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary. Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August.
Social Time: 5-5:45;
Dinner: 6-6:45;
Call-out for Fire Bowl: 7pm;
Parents may leave at this time or attend the Fire Bowl Ceremony. Remember, parents will NOT be with their scout after call-out.
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FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Scouts, parents, and siblings are all invited to Camp Owassippi! Details and sign-up available at the Scout dinner! More information to follow.
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REMEMBER, SELL THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS
If you need more raffle tickets or to turn in what you have sold, contact the Scoutmaster.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
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CSO: ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
On Saturday, June 12th, the Elks’ Lodge is sponsoring a dinner for veterans. They need scouts to assist with serving and clean-up from 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Please contact the Scoutmaster if your scout is available.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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CSO: COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
On August 7th, scouts are asked to volunteer their time running the hot dog stand at the Grand Haven Elks during the Coast Guard Festival.
Please contact the Scoutmaster if your scout is available.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
Monday, May 31, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, June 1, 2010
For the newsletter:
* UPCOMING EVENTS
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
* SUMMER CAMP FAMILY NIGHT PREPARATION
* COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS
- POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS – ALL SUMMER LONG
- SPRING LAKE WOODEN BOAT SHOW ON SATURDAY JUNE 5TH.
- ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
- COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
* SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
* NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Troop meetings are wrapped up for the summer, but there are still a lot of Scout activities to do.
June 5th - Community Service Opportunity: Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show at Keenan Marina
June 12th - Elks’ Veterans Dinner
June 13th-19th – Boy Scout Summer Camp
June 16th - Scout Camp Family Night Dinner
July 17 – 25 – High Adventure
August 7th - Volunteers (both adults and scouts needed) needed at the Coast Guard Festival Hot Dog Stand at Grand Haven Elks:
August 20-22 (tentative) - Family Campout: Tentatively, at Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Twp. More details to follow.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary. Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August.
If you have not done so, please sign up ASAP. We need to know how much food to purchase. So far, there are 17 scouts attending camp without family members signed up. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $6 per person age 5 and up.
Family Night Dinner is FREE for Scouts and Attending Leaders. Please sign up by emailing the Treasurer. Do not include scouts/leaders who will be at camp in your RSVP number.
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SUMMER CAMP FAMILY NIGHT PREPARATION
We are in need of helpers for Summer Camp Family Night preparation. If you have time to help out with set-up, please contact the Communications Chair.
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REMEMBER, SELL THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS
If you need more raffle tickets or to turn in what you have sold, contact the Scoutmaster.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS – ALL SUMMER LONG
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
Raffle tickets will also be sold at the Grand Haven Music Night on Tuesday.
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CSO: SPRING LAKE WOODEN BOAT SHOW ON SATURDAY JUNE 5TH
Come down to the Keenan Marina on Saturday, June 5th and help us out at the Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show. We need volunteers to cover the following times:
Two scouts: from 8:45-5pm
One adult: from 8:45- noon
One - Two scouts: 8:45-noon
Two Scouts: Noon-5
Contact the Scoutmaster if you or your scout may assist. Not only is this a great way to give back to your community during Heritage Festival, but community service is a requirement for rank advancement.
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CSO: ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
On Saturday, June 12th, the Elks’ Lodge is sponsoring a dinner for veterans. They need scouts to assist with serving and clean-up from 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Contact the Scoutmaster if you or your scout may assist.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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CSO: COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
On August 7th, scouts are asked to volunteer their time running the hot dog stand at the Grand Haven Elks during the Coast Guard Festival.
Please contact the Scoutmaster if your scout is available.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
* UPCOMING EVENTS
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
* SUMMER CAMP FAMILY NIGHT PREPARATION
* COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS
- POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS – ALL SUMMER LONG
- SPRING LAKE WOODEN BOAT SHOW ON SATURDAY JUNE 5TH.
- ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
- COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
* SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
* NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Troop meetings are wrapped up for the summer, but there are still a lot of Scout activities to do.
June 5th - Community Service Opportunity: Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show at Keenan Marina
June 12th - Elks’ Veterans Dinner
June 13th-19th – Boy Scout Summer Camp
June 16th - Scout Camp Family Night Dinner
July 17 – 25 – High Adventure
August 7th - Volunteers (both adults and scouts needed) needed at the Coast Guard Festival Hot Dog Stand at Grand Haven Elks:
August 20-22 (tentative) - Family Campout: Tentatively, at Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Twp. More details to follow.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER, JUNE 16TH
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary. Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August.
If you have not done so, please sign up ASAP. We need to know how much food to purchase. So far, there are 17 scouts attending camp without family members signed up. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $6 per person age 5 and up.
Family Night Dinner is FREE for Scouts and Attending Leaders. Please sign up by emailing the Treasurer. Do not include scouts/leaders who will be at camp in your RSVP number.
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SUMMER CAMP FAMILY NIGHT PREPARATION
We are in need of helpers for Summer Camp Family Night preparation. If you have time to help out with set-up, please contact the Communications Chair.
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REMEMBER, SELL THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS
If you need more raffle tickets or to turn in what you have sold, contact the Scoutmaster.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS – ALL SUMMER LONG
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
Raffle tickets will also be sold at the Grand Haven Music Night on Tuesday.
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CSO: SPRING LAKE WOODEN BOAT SHOW ON SATURDAY JUNE 5TH
Come down to the Keenan Marina on Saturday, June 5th and help us out at the Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show. We need volunteers to cover the following times:
Two scouts: from 8:45-5pm
One adult: from 8:45- noon
One - Two scouts: 8:45-noon
Two Scouts: Noon-5
Contact the Scoutmaster if you or your scout may assist. Not only is this a great way to give back to your community during Heritage Festival, but community service is a requirement for rank advancement.
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CSO: ELKS’ VETERANS DINNER - SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
On Saturday, June 12th, the Elks’ Lodge is sponsoring a dinner for veterans. They need scouts to assist with serving and clean-up from 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Contact the Scoutmaster if you or your scout may assist.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD, JUNE 26TH
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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CSO: COAST GUARD FESTIVAL HOT DOG STAND AT GRAND HAVEN ELKS, AUGUST 7TH
On August 7th, scouts are asked to volunteer their time running the hot dog stand at the Grand Haven Elks during the Coast Guard Festival.
Please contact the Scoutmaster if your scout is available.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
TROOP 14 POST-MEETING UPDATE For Thursday, May 27th
* INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
* THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
* MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
* NEWSLETTER UPDATE
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Please pack a change of clothes to bring on the bus for after the parade (see below). Our suitcases will be packed in the under bus storage compartments. We will not be able to access that storage at the race track.
Slides will not be required and should not be brought. Other items are listed below.
We'll return @ Holmes Elementary late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight).
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THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
Mr. L. was kind enough to put together a list of things Scouts (and parents) may need for the Indy 500.
1. Ear Plugs or ear muffs. The race is extremely loud - as loud as any rock concert you’ve been to - and it lasts much longer.
2. Sunscreen and hats. Our seats are on the north end of the track looking south into the sun. Adults are not allowed to put sunscreen on the boys unless it is their own boy. Make sure your child is aware of that. Being very fair-skinned, I’ll remind as many kids as I can, but ultimately I can only remind them.
3. Travel shirts: wear them Saturday morning when you show up.
4. Full Class A uniform with long pants. No neckerchief slide: just tie it. Shorts are not permitted for the parade regardless of the temperature.
5. Ground mat, either foam or inflatable. The boys will most likely speed on the floor. The bunks that adults sleep on are solid wood and just as hard as the floor.
6. Pillow/sleeping bag.
7. A change of clothes for after the parade. We are not allowed to keep the uniforms on after the parade. In past years, the uniform becomes a magnet for unruly people. I would suggest a small bag (you can share one if you’re going with your boy) to hold the change of clothes on the bus. The sleeping bags, pillows, main bags will be put into the cargo hold under the bus, so it won’t be easy to get to a change of clothes unless it is on the bus with the boys/adults.
8. Things to do on the bus. The boys will be spending many hours on the bus and need to stay in their seats. Electronics such as gameboys, ipods, etc. are OK for the bus ride. They will not be able to use them at the camp…just on the bus. Books, puzzles, cards, etc are also encouraged. Boys can bring Frisbees, footballs, cards etc. for Saturday night at the camp.
YIS, Mr. L.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Once again, it's time for the Memorial Day Parade.
We will meet at 9:30 am at Dollar General. The parade is at 10 am.
Wear your Class A uniform and bring comfortable shoes and water.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $6 per person age 5 and up.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
Parents are reminded to continue to sell raffle tickets.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
Next newsletter will come out June 7th.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmaster.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that newsletters go out weekly (on Monday) through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
* THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
* MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
* NEWSLETTER UPDATE
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Please pack a change of clothes to bring on the bus for after the parade (see below). Our suitcases will be packed in the under bus storage compartments. We will not be able to access that storage at the race track.
Slides will not be required and should not be brought. Other items are listed below.
We'll return @ Holmes Elementary late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight).
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THINGS TO BRING TO INDY 500 THIS WEEKEND
Mr. L. was kind enough to put together a list of things Scouts (and parents) may need for the Indy 500.
1. Ear Plugs or ear muffs. The race is extremely loud - as loud as any rock concert you’ve been to - and it lasts much longer.
2. Sunscreen and hats. Our seats are on the north end of the track looking south into the sun. Adults are not allowed to put sunscreen on the boys unless it is their own boy. Make sure your child is aware of that. Being very fair-skinned, I’ll remind as many kids as I can, but ultimately I can only remind them.
3. Travel shirts: wear them Saturday morning when you show up.
4. Full Class A uniform with long pants. No neckerchief slide: just tie it. Shorts are not permitted for the parade regardless of the temperature.
5. Ground mat, either foam or inflatable. The boys will most likely speed on the floor. The bunks that adults sleep on are solid wood and just as hard as the floor.
6. Pillow/sleeping bag.
7. A change of clothes for after the parade. We are not allowed to keep the uniforms on after the parade. In past years, the uniform becomes a magnet for unruly people. I would suggest a small bag (you can share one if you’re going with your boy) to hold the change of clothes on the bus. The sleeping bags, pillows, main bags will be put into the cargo hold under the bus, so it won’t be easy to get to a change of clothes unless it is on the bus with the boys/adults.
8. Things to do on the bus. The boys will be spending many hours on the bus and need to stay in their seats. Electronics such as gameboys, ipods, etc. are OK for the bus ride. They will not be able to use them at the camp…just on the bus. Books, puzzles, cards, etc are also encouraged. Boys can bring Frisbees, footballs, cards etc. for Saturday night at the camp.
YIS, Mr. L.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Once again, it's time for the Memorial Day Parade.
We will meet at 9:30 am at Dollar General. The parade is at 10 am.
Wear your Class A uniform and bring comfortable shoes and water.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $6 per person age 5 and up.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT & RAFFLE TICKETS
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
Parents are reminded to continue to sell raffle tickets.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair. Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
Next newsletter will come out June 7th.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmaster.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that newsletters go out weekly (on Monday) through June and every other Monday in July and August. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
TROOP 14 POST MEETING UPDATE For Thursday, May 20th
* QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
* RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
* POPCORN @ THE POINT
* NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD - ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
We're still missing tents and other equipment from the May Hike. If you haven't yet turned in your stuff, please contact the Quartermaster.
If you have a tent, be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
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RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM (Last Meeting of the School Year)
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th (see note below)
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please sign-up with the Scoutmaster.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Slides will not be required and should not be brought.
We'll return late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight). Information on the Indy trip are available in the Parent Committee notes; an itinerary will also be available in Monday's newsletter.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts and Leaders at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
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KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
As you know from our Parents Meeting, the Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. If you haven't picked yours up yet, contact the Scoutmaster.
Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago each scout received $2.85 per ticket sold in their accounts.
PARENTS, NOT SCOUTS, should be selling and entering the raffle. Other local organizations have had trouble with this as it is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to be selling or participating in a raffle.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
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NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
Troop 14 has two new Eagle Scouts. They worked very hard to earn this rank and everyone in the troop is very proud of them.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am, one of our scouts will be carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, another one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
He also asked:
"To fund my Eagle project, I will be collecting bottles to deposit during the rest of the month. If everyone could please help me out by bringing there deposits from home, work, or other family members to the troop meetings, I would be very thankful! "
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to communications@troop14sl.com.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include:
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmasters.
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! They are in.
* Deposits for Summer Camp are past due and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
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NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts,parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
PLEASE NOTE: The Communications Chair will have limited access to email May 24th-26th, due to the SLIS 5th Grade Camping Trip.
* RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
* POPCORN @ THE POINT
* NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD - ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
* NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes from May 19th are now available on request.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
We're still missing tents and other equipment from the May Hike. If you haven't yet turned in your stuff, please contact the Quartermaster.
If you have a tent, be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
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RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM (Last Meeting of the School Year)
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th (see note below)
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please sign-up with the Scoutmaster.
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INDIANAPOLIS 500 TRIP - MAY 29TH AND 30TH
We will be meeting at Holmes Elementary @ 7:30 am on Saturday, May 29 and carpooling to the Gerald R. Ford Council in Walker to meet the buses.
Scouts should have all forms and money paid to the Scoutmaster. They should also be able to show that they have their full Class A uniform (no shorts) packed and be wearing their Class B uniform (the shirt).
Slides will not be required and should not be brought.
We'll return late Sunday, May 30th (around midnight). Information on the Indy trip are available in the Parent Committee notes; an itinerary will also be available in Monday's newsletter.
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts and Leaders at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
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KAYAK RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
As you know from our Parents Meeting, the Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. If you haven't picked yours up yet, contact the Scoutmaster.
Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago each scout received $2.85 per ticket sold in their accounts.
PARENTS, NOT SCOUTS, should be selling and entering the raffle. Other local organizations have had trouble with this as it is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to be selling or participating in a raffle.
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POPCORN @ THE POINT
Once again, we will be handing out popcorn at the Thursday night Music at the Point this summer. Signups will be available at summer camp. Usually, this takes 2 adults and 3 kids to run.
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NEW EAGLE SCOUTS
Troop 14 has two new Eagle Scouts. They worked very hard to earn this rank and everyone in the troop is very proud of them.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am, one of our scouts will be carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
ALSO REFUNDABLES NEEDED
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, another one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
He also asked:
"To fund my Eagle project, I will be collecting bottles to deposit during the rest of the month. If everyone could please help me out by bringing there deposits from home, work, or other family members to the troop meetings, I would be very thankful! "
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to communications@troop14sl.com.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
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NEEDED: FUND RAISING CHAIR VOLUNTEER
Our current fundraising chair is stepping down so the troop needs someone to fill the position. The chair’s duties include:
* Identifies money earning projects suitable for the Troop and makes recommendations to the Parent Committee
* Organizes scouts (and parents) to effectively conduct money earning projects
* Identifies individuals to coordinate each of these fund raising activities
* Coordinates with our 501 c 3 non profit on money earning projects
Parents interested should talk to the Scoutmasters.
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! They are in.
* Deposits for Summer Camp are past due and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts,parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
PLEASE NOTE: The Communications Chair will have limited access to email May 24th-26th, due to the SLIS 5th Grade Camping Trip.
Monday, May 17, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, May 17th
* SCOUT MEETING - Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM
* PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communication Chair for more information.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
ALL TENTS from this year's May Hike MUST be returned THIS TUESDAY, May 18th.
Be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
If you have any questions, contact the Quartermaster.
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RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM (More information below)
* Scout Meeting: Scout Elections and First-year Scouts Work on First Aid Kit and Wilderness Survival Kits
* Parent Committee Meeting at the same time and place
* Raffle Tickets available - Adults may check them out in groups of 5, 10 or 25.
* Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each age 5 and up; )
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM
* Ice Cream Sundae Bar and Game Night- for Scouts and Leaders
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please contact the Scoutmaster for more information.
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SCOUT MEETING - Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM
Scout Elections: Many advancements require Scouts to hold position of responsibility. The following positions are open for election:
* Patrol Leaders: 3 available
* Quartermaster: 1 available
* Troop Adventure Coordinator: 1 available
* Den Chief Positions: 5 available by appointment - See the Scoutmaster
* First years must consult with the Scoutmaster prior to appointment.
NOTE: Information regarding position responsibilities and requirements may be found at: http://www.troop14sl.com/leaders.html
First Year Scout will work on First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kits. A Troop Guide will bring in examples of each. The new scouts must assemble their own kits as part of the advancement requirements. This may be completed before, by or after summer camp. Plan on having it done by the end of September.
Note: The earlier the better! A list of required components will be provided at the next meeting.
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PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
All Scout parents are invited to attend. We'll be discussing information on Indy, Summer Camp, High Adventure and the Canoe Family Campout in August.
We'll also distribute raffle tickets to PARENTS. These are available in packs of 10 or 25 (Responsible for returning ticket or cost of $5 each).
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SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering
by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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END-OF-YEAR ICE CREAM PARTY
Plans are being made for an end of year ice cream party. We are wondering if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would be willing to help us out. If so, please contact the Communications Chair.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am (please note new time), one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! Contact the Finance Chair.
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
* SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
* KAYAK RAFFLE
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
* EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communication Chair for more information.
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QUARTERMASTER REMINDER: PLEASE RETURN YOUR TENT AND OTHER EQUIPMENT FROM MAY HIKE
ALL TENTS from this year's May Hike MUST be returned THIS TUESDAY, May 18th.
Be sure they are dry and aired out. All poles and stakes must be included. If you have any other Troop equipment, please return that also.
If you have any questions, contact the Quartermaster.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
RESCHEDULED - VETERAN FLAG PLACING - @ SPRING LAKE CEMETERY
The flags are finally in, so now you can show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
We will meet on Saturday, May 22nd at Spring Lake Cemetery at 9am.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM (More information below)
* Scout Meeting: Scout Elections and First-year Scouts Work on First Aid Kit and Wilderness Survival Kits
* Parent Committee Meeting at the same time and place
* Raffle Tickets available - Adults may check them out in groups of 5, 10 or 25.
* Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each age 5 and up; )
Tuesday, May 25th @ 7PM
* Ice Cream Sundae Bar and Game Night- for Scouts and Leaders
* FINAL Board of Review before Summer Camp
* Last Night for Early-Bird Price - Sign-up for Scout Camp Family Night Dinner ($4 each; AFTER tonight = $6)
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
* Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show - June 5th @ Keenan Marina (Just over the bridge in Ferrysburg). Adult and Scout Volunteers are needed to work with kids at the Boat Building table from 9 am to 3 pm. All day volunteers will be served lunch. Please contact the Scoutmaster for more information.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SCOUT MEETING - Tuesday, May 18th @ 7PM
Scout Elections: Many advancements require Scouts to hold position of responsibility. The following positions are open for election:
* Patrol Leaders: 3 available
* Quartermaster: 1 available
* Troop Adventure Coordinator: 1 available
* Den Chief Positions: 5 available by appointment - See the Scoutmaster
* First years must consult with the Scoutmaster prior to appointment.
NOTE: Information regarding position responsibilities and requirements may be found at: http://www.troop14sl.com/leaders.html
First Year Scout will work on First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kits. A Troop Guide will bring in examples of each. The new scouts must assemble their own kits as part of the advancement requirements. This may be completed before, by or after summer camp. Plan on having it done by the end of September.
Note: The earlier the better! A list of required components will be provided at the next meeting.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
PARENT COMMITTEE MEETING DURING SCOUT MEETING, TUESDAY, MAY 18TH
All Scout parents are invited to attend. We'll be discussing information on Indy, Summer Camp, High Adventure and the Canoe Family Campout in August.
We'll also distribute raffle tickets to PARENTS. These are available in packs of 10 or 25 (Responsible for returning ticket or cost of $5 each).
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SCOUT CAMP FAMILY NIGHT DINNER
You won't want to miss this! Join the Scouts on Wednesday, June 16th at Gerber Scout Camp for a celebration of Scouting's 100th Year Anniversary.
Current Troop Families, past Eagle Scouts and Scoutmasters are invited to join in what will be a phenomenal pig roast provided by Quality Catering
by August. Gathering will begin at 5pm, Council Executive Address at 5:45; with dinner served at 6pm. Cost is $4 per person age 5 and up.
Note: Scouts at Camp do not pay. Sign-ups after 5/25 will be charged an additional $2 per person.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
END-OF-YEAR ICE CREAM PARTY
Plans are being made for an end of year ice cream party. We are wondering if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would be willing to help us out. If so, please contact the Communications Chair.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
On Saturday, May 22, at 9:30 am (please note new time), one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
On Saturday, June 26th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you are working on your Eagle Scout requirements and need help from other scouts and their families, you can request that your event appear in the newsletter.
Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Two newsletters go out weekly: we need to receive info by 6pm on Sunday or Tuesday. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
NOTE: These projects must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts! Contact the Finance Chair.
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
NEW PICTURES ON THE WEBSITE
We have added a lot of new pictures from Laser Tag 2010, May Hike 2010, Hoffmaster Hike, Ski Trip 2010, Iron Chef 2009, Fall Court of Honor 2009, Alex B/Chicago School 2009. These are available from the "Pictures" menu link on the website.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
END-OF-YEAR ICE CREAM PARTY
Plans are being made for an end of year ice cream party. We are wondering
if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would
be willing to help us out. If so, please contact Amy Hendrickson at
hendrickson44@hotmail.com.
if there are any parents out there with ice cream "connections" who would
be willing to help us out. If so, please contact Amy Hendrickson at
hendrickson44@hotmail.com.
Monday, May 10, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, May 10, 2010
SCOUT AND PARENT REMINDERS IN BRIEF
* STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
Despite all our best efforts, it appears that some flowers orders were crossed during pick-up.
Please check your SUPERTUNIAS and be sure you got the correct colors. We are still looking for the 3 BLUE Supertunias that taken someone in error. We have the 3 PINK Supertunias and will swap them for the blue ones.
We want to make sure all of our customers get what they ordered. Please contact the Flower Sale Coordinator for more information.
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NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of
veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
One of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers on Saturday, May 22nd, @ 9 a.m.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communication Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
STILL MISSING FLOWERS FROM FLOWER ORDERS
Despite all our best efforts, it appears that some flowers orders were crossed during pick-up.
Please check your SUPERTUNIAS and be sure you got the correct colors. We are still looking for the 3 BLUE Supertunias that taken someone in error. We have the 3 PINK Supertunias and will swap them for the blue ones.
We want to make sure all of our customers get what they ordered. Please contact the Flower Sale Coordinator for more information.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of
veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: YARDWORK @ THE LITTLE RED HOUSE ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
One of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers on Saturday, May 22nd, @ 9 a.m.
We will be redoing the front yard at The Little Red House adult day care center in Spring Lake. This will involve laying sod, planting, spreading mulch, and doing other general yardwork.
Volunteers are asked to bring work gloves and any shovels, garden rakes, or other yard tools that you can bring. The Little Red House is at 311 East Exchange Street.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communication Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
TROOP 14 POST-MEETING UPDATE For Wednesday, May 5th 2010
SCOUT AND PARENT REMINDERS IN BRIEF
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
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THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
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NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
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LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
* NEXT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH
* UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
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THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
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NEXT SCOUT MEETING: TUESDAY, MAY 11TH @ 7PM
The next meeting will focus on Youth Protection Training for scouts.
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UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
The cycling merit badge is starting up soon. Sign up will be done online. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace.
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
LINGERING REMINDERS
* Get your Travel Shirts!
* Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
* Send in your forms and permission slips.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
Monday, May 3, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, May 3, 2010
SCOUT AND PARENT REMINDERS IN BRIEF
* TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th
Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
Please note new time!
On May 4th, all Scouts are invited to play Laser Tag, miniature golf and arcade games at the Lost City in Holland.
Scouts will meet at Holmes Elementary at 6:00 PM and then carpool to the Lost City in Holland. The Lost City is located on 12330 James St in Holland. If we meet at Holmes by 6:00 PM, we should arrive at Lost City by 7:00. We should be back at Holmes school by 9:00 PM.
!!We desperately need parents to drive!!
For this event, we will break the group into 3 teams of 15 people each. Team A will play team B in the first game of laser tag. Team C will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. Then, Team A will play team C and Team B will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. And finally Team B will play Team C as team A plays miniature golf and/of arcade games. Each laser tag game lasts about 30 minutes with 20 of playing time and 10 of setup/dismantle.
Please note that this is NOT a Scout function. Scouts do not have to wear uniforms and are encouraged to wear dark clothes for laser tag.
Admission cannot be charged to your account. Admission is $12.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
A cycling merit badge will be offered. Sign up will be done online via email. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace. When emailing, please note your rank in the troop.
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TRAVEL SHIRTS AVAILABLE! BUY THEM NOW!
If you plan on going to the Indy trip (or High Adventure), Scouts and their parents must purchase the red Scout travel shirts. Cost is $18. Shirts are sized for adults and go from S to 2X.
Order your shirt by contacting the Finance Chair.
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BSA HEALTH FORMS AND PERMISSION SLIPS
We have a number of great Scout events coming up shortly and need a few things from parents.
*Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
*Remember, if your Scout has signed up for an event, such as the Indy Trip, Summer Camp and High Adventure, we need BOTH a completed BSA health form and a permission slip. These can be downloaded at:
http://www.troop14sl.com/camping.html.
Note: With the health form, Parts A and C must be completed for ANY Scout Event. Part B must be completed by a physician. Part B is needed for Scout Camp and High Adventure.
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UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
* TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
* FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
* THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
View the calendar, download forms, and find other information about Troop 14 at: http://www.troop14sl.com
Parent Committee Meeting Minutes are available on request. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
TROOP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER - LASER TAG AT THE LOST CITY - TUESDAY, MAY 4th
Meet at Holmes first @ 6PM
Please note new time!
On May 4th, all Scouts are invited to play Laser Tag, miniature golf and arcade games at the Lost City in Holland.
Scouts will meet at Holmes Elementary at 6:00 PM and then carpool to the Lost City in Holland. The Lost City is located on 12330 James St in Holland. If we meet at Holmes by 6:00 PM, we should arrive at Lost City by 7:00. We should be back at Holmes school by 9:00 PM.
!!We desperately need parents to drive!!
For this event, we will break the group into 3 teams of 15 people each. Team A will play team B in the first game of laser tag. Team C will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. Then, Team A will play team C and Team B will play miniature golf and/or arcade games. And finally Team B will play Team C as team A plays miniature golf and/of arcade games. Each laser tag game lasts about 30 minutes with 20 of playing time and 10 of setup/dismantle.
Please note that this is NOT a Scout function. Scouts do not have to wear uniforms and are encouraged to wear dark clothes for laser tag.
Admission cannot be charged to your account. Admission is $12.
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FLOWER BASKET PICK UP SCHEDULE May 7th-8th
If you have not been contacted about a specific pick-up time, you may pick-up your flower baskets between 8:30-9:00 pm on Friday, May 7th OR between 9-11 am on Saturday, May 8th.
Location: Lakeshore Electric, 5200 Short St. (off Airline - right behind the Noah Shelter)
Thank you to everyone who is helping to unload the trucks and sort orders!!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
THE SCOUT ADVENTURE SHOW ON SATURDAY, MAY 8TH
At last! The Scout Adventure Show opens its doors on Saturday, May 8th from noon until 8pm at the DeVos Place. The Adventure show brings the outdoors indoors with the following activities:
* Climb one of several Rock Towers
* Crawl through the caving simulator
* Shoot a BB Gun or Bow & Arrow at one of our indoor ranges.
* Ride a hovercraft!
* Race a boat
* Cross the rope bridge
* Visit the safety area and explore the smoke house, seat belt tester, and accident simulation
* Tie a fly and test your skill with a fly rod
* Reel in a big one at the fishing simulator!
* Visit the Chief at our Order of the Arrow Village
* Indoor campsite and camping gear from our vendors
* Plus: Push car races, pioneering tower, cooking demos, GPS, nature exhibits, plus much more!
TICKETS: $4 per person in advance - (Contact the Scoutmaster), or $6 at the door! This promises to be fun for all ages. This is something you will NOT want to miss!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
* Spring OA Conclave - Order of the Arrowmen: Sign-up for Spring Conclave. Event held at Camp Gerber, May 14-16, cost $15.
* Veteran Flag Placing - Saturday, May 15th @ 9am, @ Spring Lake Cemetery. Show respect for our servicemen by placing flags on the graves of veterans.
* Indianapolis 500 Trip - May 29th and 30th
* Memorial Day Parade - May 31st
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
KAYAK RAFFLE
The Grand Haven Elks Club is sponsoring a Kayak Raffle with proceeds to benefit Troop 14 and the Grand Haven Area Arts Council. Tickets will be available for sale shortly at a cost of $5 each. The exact amount received per ticket will be based on total amount sold. Two years ago this resulted in $2.85 per ticket sold deposited into Scout accounts. More information coming soon!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPCOMING MERIT BADGE: CYCLING
A cycling merit badge will be offered. Sign up will be done online via email. See the email version of the newsletter for more information.
You must be 1st class or higher to ride with this group.*
* 1st years may be able to ride on a limited basis. Depending on turnout, 1st years may be selected based on ability if there is room in the group. This is not a basic cycling outing. Riders should have experience and must be able to keep pace. When emailing, please note your rank in the troop.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
TRAVEL SHIRTS AVAILABLE! BUY THEM NOW!
If you plan on going to the Indy trip (or High Adventure), Scouts and their parents must purchase the red Scout travel shirts. Cost is $18. Shirts are sized for adults and go from S to 2X.
Order your shirt by contacting the Finance Chair.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
BSA HEALTH FORMS AND PERMISSION SLIPS
We have a number of great Scout events coming up shortly and need a few things from parents.
*Deposits for Summer Camp and High Adventure are needed ASAP.
*Remember, if your Scout has signed up for an event, such as the Indy Trip, Summer Camp and High Adventure, we need BOTH a completed BSA health form and a permission slip. These can be downloaded at:
http://www.troop14sl.com/camping.html.
Note: With the health form, Parts A and C must be completed for ANY Scout Event. Part B must be completed by a physician. Part B is needed for Scout Camp and High Adventure.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATES AND REMINDERS
If you have news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, note that two newsletters go out weekly: one on Monday and another on the day after the weekly troop meeting (usually Wednesday). If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm the day before the newsletter.
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