STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Next Troop Meeting: Flags on the Graves of the Veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
Who: Scouts and Family members
We will be placing flags on the graves of veterans.
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Board of Reviews will also be held again this evening.
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NOTICE: Indy 500 Trip is in jeopardy of being canceled!
The Indy 500 Trip is May 28-29th. This is a great weekend trip!
Sign-up numbers are way down this year. If 20 more people do not sign up by Tuesday, May 24th, this event will be called off.
See the email newsletter for more information.
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Travel Shirts - Now Available
If you’re going to the Indy Trip or High Adventure, it’s recommended that you have one of our red travel shirts. See the email newsletter for more information on how to order one.
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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far and has posted May Hike pictures.
New members - You can join by searching for Gerald Ford Troop and adding him as a friend.
Existing members - Please continue to add friends from your Friend list if they are part of Troop 14. All you need to do is click 'Add Friends to Group' under the Members section on the right side of the screen.
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Found Item
A blue with white striped hoodie was left in the Holmes gym at the last meeting. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
See the email newsletter for more information.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake
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Community Service Opportunity! Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
Scouts are needed to help staff the children’s build-a-boat area.
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm
See the email newsletter for more information or sign-up at the next meeting.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is $5.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, see the email newsletter for more information.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, May 16th
Next Meeting: May 17th @ Holmes Elementary
Thank You May Hike Parents
A THANK YOU goes out to all of the parents who braved the cool, rainy weather to make this year’s hike a big success.
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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our Eagle candidates will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings. See the newsletter to arrange a collection time.
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Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday. See the newsletter for more information.
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Troop 14 Now Has a Facebook Page
We invite you to join the Troop 14 Spring Lake group page on Facebook. A few of you have already noticed that it went online this evening.This FB group is where we'll post pictures, one-off updates (such as lost and found items, changes to pick-up or drop-off times, etc.), and other items.
The Group page will only be visible and available to scouts, parents, and volunteers until June 1st. After that date, the security changes will be set to hide the group from the larger Facebook community.
If you have any questions about this, please contact the Communications Chair.
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
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Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
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Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Barber School. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
We need several scouts to help out on Tuesday June 14 from 9:45-12:00 pm at the Spring Lake Library. The boys will be helping out with carnival games and handing out prizes for Windsor McCay day.
To sign up, see the newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
Thank You May Hike Parents
A THANK YOU goes out to all of the parents who braved the cool, rainy weather to make this year’s hike a big success.
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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our Eagle candidates will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings. See the newsletter to arrange a collection time.
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Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday. See the newsletter for more information.
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Troop 14 Now Has a Facebook Page
We invite you to join the Troop 14 Spring Lake group page on Facebook. A few of you have already noticed that it went online this evening.This FB group is where we'll post pictures, one-off updates (such as lost and found items, changes to pick-up or drop-off times, etc.), and other items.
The Group page will only be visible and available to scouts, parents, and volunteers until June 1st. After that date, the security changes will be set to hide the group from the larger Facebook community.
If you have any questions about this, please contact the Communications Chair.
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
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Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
------------------------------------------
Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Barber School. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
------------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
We need several scouts to help out on Tuesday June 14 from 9:45-12:00 pm at the Spring Lake Library. The boys will be helping out with carnival games and handing out prizes for Windsor McCay day.
To sign up, see the newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Midweek Update for May 12th
MAY HIKE DROP-OFF - THIS FRIDAY
Drop-off for scouts going
This Friday, May 13th
Meet 5:30pm @ Holmes School
Scouts need permission slips and medical forms. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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NIGHT HIKE CANCELED?
If you are planning on doing the night hike (20 mile), please contact the Scoutmaster. We currently only have two Scouts signed up for this hike. If we don't have any more, we will have to cancel the 20 mile night hike.
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PLEASE BRING TENTS TO MAY HIKE
We are up to 50 people on the May Hike and considering that we are missing tents from Troop trailer, we are asking everyone to bring their own tent, if possible.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, see the emailed newsletter for more information to make other arrangements.
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MAY HIKE PERMISSION SLIPS
We also MUST have a completed health form parts A & B and a permission slip for both Scouts and Adults.
Scouts also need to have a signed canoe permission slip for May Hike. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
These MUST be turned in no later than Friday 5:30 at Holmes School. At this time, please also have the $60.00 for the cost. We will be collecting all of these at that time.
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HIKING ADULTS: MUST HAVE YOUTH PROTECTION CERTIFICATES
Any adults attending the hike MUST also have taken the Youth Protection provided on Tuesday (or on-line) in addition to Safe Swim Defense and Safe Swim on-line courses. Please print out your certificate and turn it in with your papers for the hike.
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Four to Five-Year Plan for Scouting
On Tuesday, we presented a way for your son to make Eagle over a 4-5 year plan. If you couldn't attend or need another copy, see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kit
First aid and wilderness survival kit instructions are available (see the emailed newsletter). We do have gloves available for these kits at no charge. Disposable CPR masks are available for $2.50 each. There will be kits shown to boys and any parents in attendance at the meeting next week.
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Change for the Grand River Greenway
We are STILL collecting change for Grand River Greenway Segment One! There was some confusion about the project being put on hold; however, Segment ONE is not being put on hold (Segment Two is), and the village is still raising the $175,000 to complete the boardwalk/bike path. Troop 14 has set a goal of raising $100 in loose change. Help us make a difference in our community! Bring change to the May meetings!
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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our scouts will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings or see the emailed newsletter to arrange a pick-up time.
-----------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
------------------------------------------
Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
------------------------------------------
Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
------------------------------------------
Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
------------------------------------------
Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
------------------------------------------
Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
------------------------------------------
Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday.
Drop-off for scouts going
This Friday, May 13th
Meet 5:30pm @ Holmes School
Scouts need permission slips and medical forms. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
NIGHT HIKE CANCELED?
If you are planning on doing the night hike (20 mile), please contact the Scoutmaster. We currently only have two Scouts signed up for this hike. If we don't have any more, we will have to cancel the 20 mile night hike.
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PLEASE BRING TENTS TO MAY HIKE
We are up to 50 people on the May Hike and considering that we are missing tents from Troop trailer, we are asking everyone to bring their own tent, if possible.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, see the emailed newsletter for more information to make other arrangements.
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MAY HIKE PERMISSION SLIPS
We also MUST have a completed health form parts A & B and a permission slip for both Scouts and Adults.
Scouts also need to have a signed canoe permission slip for May Hike. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
These MUST be turned in no later than Friday 5:30 at Holmes School. At this time, please also have the $60.00 for the cost. We will be collecting all of these at that time.
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HIKING ADULTS: MUST HAVE YOUTH PROTECTION CERTIFICATES
Any adults attending the hike MUST also have taken the Youth Protection provided on Tuesday (or on-line) in addition to Safe Swim Defense and Safe Swim on-line courses. Please print out your certificate and turn it in with your papers for the hike.
------------------------------------------
Four to Five-Year Plan for Scouting
On Tuesday, we presented a way for your son to make Eagle over a 4-5 year plan. If you couldn't attend or need another copy, see the emailed newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kit
First aid and wilderness survival kit instructions are available (see the emailed newsletter). We do have gloves available for these kits at no charge. Disposable CPR masks are available for $2.50 each. There will be kits shown to boys and any parents in attendance at the meeting next week.
------------------------------------------
Change for the Grand River Greenway
We are STILL collecting change for Grand River Greenway Segment One! There was some confusion about the project being put on hold; however, Segment ONE is not being put on hold (Segment Two is), and the village is still raising the $175,000 to complete the boardwalk/bike path. Troop 14 has set a goal of raising $100 in loose change. Help us make a difference in our community! Bring change to the May meetings!
------------------------------------------
Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our scouts will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings or see the emailed newsletter to arrange a pick-up time.
-----------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
------------------------------------------
Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
------------------------------------------
Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
------------------------------------------
Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
------------------------------------------
Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
------------------------------------------
Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
------------------------------------------
Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Troop 14 Midweek Update - Early Edition
Next Meeting - Tuesday, May 10th @ 7pm @ Spring Lake Library
Please plan on attending a May 10th Parents' meeting. At this meeting, Scout parents will be provided with a suggested "4-5 year plan" for scouting, similar to the 4-year high school plan. This plan will contain suggestions for what badges are developmentally appropriate for each year in scouting, what badges are actually covered in school curriculum, and which badges should be or should not be done at camp.
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MISSING TENTS FOR MAY HIKE - PLEASE HELP!
Troop 14 is missing more than a dozen tents.
May Hike is in less than two weeks and we simply do not have enough tents for the boys who are signed up.
Quartermasters would like to ask you to check your homes to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the emailed newsletter to make other arrangements.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
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Flower Basket Set up (Thursday) and Pick up (Friday)
Thank you to everyone who signed up to unload trucks on Thursday May 5th! Please be at Lakeshore Electric by 4:50pm. We should be all done by 8:30. Be sure to grab something quick for dinner. We won't be grilling hot dogs this year.
When you arrive to pick your order you must check-in. Do not start to fill your order yourself. We will do it for you. We have had problems with this in the past. Thank you for your cooperation with this.
Anyone picking up their flowers on Thursday night has already been notified. We should have your orders ready to go by 8:15-ish. If you arrive earlier, please be patient until we are ready : )
Friday evening pick-up time is 5-7 pm at Lakeshore Electric. To find a map please enter the address: 5200 Short St., Muskegon, MI. Do not search for a map to Lakeshore Electric. Directions: US-31 N to Sternberg Rd. Go east (turn right) on Sternberg, to Airline Rd. Turn left (NW)onto Airline. Go 1/2 mile to Short St. and turn left. Lakeshore Electric is on the right.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
Join us for an exciting event as our Eagles are saluted by a Marine honor guard and speaker Mike Sulgrove, scout executive of the Gerald R. Ford Council.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
------------------------------------------
Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hotdogs afterwards at Central Park.
Please plan on attending a May 10th Parents' meeting. At this meeting, Scout parents will be provided with a suggested "4-5 year plan" for scouting, similar to the 4-year high school plan. This plan will contain suggestions for what badges are developmentally appropriate for each year in scouting, what badges are actually covered in school curriculum, and which badges should be or should not be done at camp.
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MISSING TENTS FOR MAY HIKE - PLEASE HELP!
Troop 14 is missing more than a dozen tents.
May Hike is in less than two weeks and we simply do not have enough tents for the boys who are signed up.
Quartermasters would like to ask you to check your homes to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the emailed newsletter to make other arrangements.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
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Flower Basket Set up (Thursday) and Pick up (Friday)
Thank you to everyone who signed up to unload trucks on Thursday May 5th! Please be at Lakeshore Electric by 4:50pm. We should be all done by 8:30. Be sure to grab something quick for dinner. We won't be grilling hot dogs this year.
When you arrive to pick your order you must check-in. Do not start to fill your order yourself. We will do it for you. We have had problems with this in the past. Thank you for your cooperation with this.
Anyone picking up their flowers on Thursday night has already been notified. We should have your orders ready to go by 8:15-ish. If you arrive earlier, please be patient until we are ready : )
Friday evening pick-up time is 5-7 pm at Lakeshore Electric. To find a map please enter the address: 5200 Short St., Muskegon, MI. Do not search for a map to Lakeshore Electric. Directions: US-31 N to Sternberg Rd. Go east (turn right) on Sternberg, to Airline Rd. Turn left (NW)onto Airline. Go 1/2 mile to Short St. and turn left. Lakeshore Electric is on the right.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
Join us for an exciting event as our Eagles are saluted by a Marine honor guard and speaker Mike Sulgrove, scout executive of the Gerald R. Ford Council.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
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Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hotdogs afterwards at Central Park.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, May 2nd
Next Meeting - Tuesday, May 3rd @ 7pm @ Spring Lake Library (Please note new location)
Please note:
Pocket Change Collection for the Grand River Greenway
Scouts and Families, here is your opportunity to contribute to the Grand River Greenway, which is the boardwalk that will eventually run from Mill Point Park to Leonard Street! Please bring in your loose change to our next troop meetings. Even a small amount can make a huge difference in our community!
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
------------------------------------------
May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
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Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Please note:
- Summer Camp payment of $180 is due on May 4th. If anyone has difficulty submitting all of it at this time, payment arrangements may be made with the Treasurer
- Forms are available online at
http://www.bsagrfc.org/www/things_to_do/camping_info/gerber_forms.asp
Youth need 2 forms:- Annual Health and Medical Record
- State of Michigan Required Authorizations
- Forms are available online at
- Anybody who has any troop equipment (especially TENTS) must return it to the Quartermaster at the next meeting. If you are not able to be at the next meeting, please see the newsletter to make other arrangements.
- Please plan on attending a May 10th Parents meeting. At this meeting, Scout parents will be provided with a suggested "4-5 year plan" for scouting, similar to the 4-year high school plan. This plan will contain suggestions for what badges are developmentally appropriate for each year in scouting, what badges are actually covered in school curriculum, and which badges should be or should not be done at camp.
Pocket Change Collection for the Grand River Greenway
Scouts and Families, here is your opportunity to contribute to the Grand River Greenway, which is the boardwalk that will eventually run from Mill Point Park to Leonard Street! Please bring in your loose change to our next troop meetings. Even a small amount can make a huge difference in our community!
------------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
------------------------------------------
May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
------------------------------------------
Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Midweek Update for April 28th
Next Meeting - Tuesday, May 3rd @ 7pm @ Holmes Elementary
Please note:
Summer Camp payment is due this week.
Anybody who has any troop equipment (especially TENTS) must return it to the quartermasters at the next meeting. If you are not able to be at the next meeting, please see the email newsletter to make other arrangements.
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Pocket Change Collection for the Grand River Greenway
Scouts and Families, here is your opportunity to contribute to the Grand River Greenway, which is the boardwalk that will eventually run from Mill Point Park to Leonard Street! Please bring in your loose change to our next troop meetings. Even a small amount can make a huge difference in our community!
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Metalworking Badge Final Requirements
Scouts who started on their metal working badge will need to attend ONE of the remaining sessions to finish up the requirement.
Scouts who visited the blacksmith and made their projects should bring their completed project (painted) and their sketch to the session if they have not presented them already.
Date Time Max #
Saturday April 30 9 AM 5 boys
Saturday April 30 2 PM 8 boys
Please see the email newsletter for more details.
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Eagle Project
One of our scouts is working on an Eagle Project, building shelves and organizing the prop room for the SLHS Theatre Department. He'd like to have two to four boys help with fundraising before the play performance next Thursday, Friday and Saturday (April 28th-30th). He needs boys that will not be afraid to ask for donations as the scout has to raise over $1,000 for his project!
Please see the email newsletter for more details.
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Help is Needed - Planting Trees in Central Park
Spring Lake's Rotary purchased 40 trees last year and needs help planting them in Central Park. They are looking for a few good scouts to help on Saturday, April 30th - 11:00am -1:00pm @ Central Park, Spring Lake.
There will be some shovels provided, but you might want to bring one along.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2 pm
Where: First Baptist Church.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
Please see the email newsletter for more details.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: Please see the email newsletter for more details if you are unable to make it.
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May Hike – May 13th -15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
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Memorial Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hotdogs afterwards at Central Park.
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Monday, April 25, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for April 24th
Spring Court of Honor
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize Troop 14 scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
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Pocket Change Collection for the Grand River Greenway
Scouts and Families, here is your opportunity to contribute to the Grand River Greenway, which is the boardwalk that will eventually run from Mill Point Park to Leonard Street! Please bring in your loose change to our next troop meetings. Even a small amount can make a huge difference in our community!
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Metalworking Badge Final Requirements
Scouts will need to attend ONE of the sessions to finish up the requirements. Scouts who visited the blacksmith and made their projects should bring their completed project (painted) and their sketch to the session if they have not presented them already.
* * If you did not visit the blacksmith but are interested in completing the badge, please see the emailed newsletter before signing up.
Please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
I will try to keep it to an hour & a half, depending on the number of boys present. 8 boys may take closer to 2 hours. Please bear with me on the lengths as this part is kind of new. I will need at least 2 parents to stick around (more is fine). Sign-up will be at this week's meeting or see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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Eagle Project
One of our scout's Eagle Project is building shelves and organizing the prop room for the SLHS Theatre Department. He would like to have two to four boys help with fundraising before the play performance next Thursday, Friday and Saturday (April 28th-30th). He needs boys that will not be afraid to ask for donations as this scout has to raise over $1,000 for his project!
Time for this is 6:15 to 7:00pm. You will get service hours for this help! Please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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Help is Needed - Planting Trees in Central Park
Spring Lake's Rotary purchased 40 trees last year and needs help planting them in Central Park. They are looking for a few good scouts to help on Saturday, April 30th - 11:00am -1:00pm @ Central Park, Spring Lake.
There will be some shovels provided, but you might want to bring one along.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2pm
Where: First Baptist Church.
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
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Troop 14 Mandatory Meeting – May 10th
Troop 14 will have a mandatory meeting for all parents on May 10th. We will be meeting at the Spring Lake District Library at 7 pm.
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May Hike– May 13th -15th
The older scouts will do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about 4 hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
More details on drop-off and pick-up times to come soon.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, April 18th
Next meeting - Tuesday, April 19th at 7PM
On next troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear! has moved to 4949 Harvey Street (just down the street from their original location). They are now located in the same block as Hage’s and Goodwill.
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Flower Sales: Money Due Tuesday
Troop 14's Flower Sale money is due April 19th.
Pictures were sent last week.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
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This Monday: Merit Badge: Swimming
Any scouts hoping to complete their Swimming Merit Badge can work on the badger requirements at the Spring Lake Aquatics Center on Monday, April 18th at 6:30 pm. Please bring your suits, goggles, an extra pair of long pants and long sleeve shirt (these will be getting wet).
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the email newsletter for more details.
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Community Service Opportunity: Beach Cleanup
Troop 14 and Venture Crew 9013 will be cleaning the beach from North Beach (North Shore) park to Hoffmaster State Park on Saturday, April 23rd. We will meet at 12 noon at Leppinks grocery store parking lot.
Community service is required to advance in rank. Please consider this as an excellent opportunity to warm up for may hike and provide necessary
service to the community we enjoy.
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Spring Court of Honor
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. See the email newsletter for more details.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
See newsletter for times and dates.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please reply to the newsletter if you did not receive the flyer.
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METALWORKING BADGE FINAL REQUIREMENTS
If you are working on your Metalworking Badge, one of the scout leaders is finalizing the last activity to receive your badge. Check upcoming newsletters for more information.
On next troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear! has moved to 4949 Harvey Street (just down the street from their original location). They are now located in the same block as Hage’s and Goodwill.
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Flower Sales: Money Due Tuesday
Troop 14's Flower Sale money is due April 19th.
Pictures were sent last week.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
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This Monday: Merit Badge: Swimming
Any scouts hoping to complete their Swimming Merit Badge can work on the badger requirements at the Spring Lake Aquatics Center on Monday, April 18th at 6:30 pm. Please bring your suits, goggles, an extra pair of long pants and long sleeve shirt (these will be getting wet).
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the email newsletter for more details.
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Community Service Opportunity: Beach Cleanup
Troop 14 and Venture Crew 9013 will be cleaning the beach from North Beach (North Shore) park to Hoffmaster State Park on Saturday, April 23rd. We will meet at 12 noon at Leppinks grocery store parking lot.
Community service is required to advance in rank. Please consider this as an excellent opportunity to warm up for may hike and provide necessary
service to the community we enjoy.
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Spring Court of Honor
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. See the email newsletter for more details.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
See newsletter for times and dates.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please reply to the newsletter if you did not receive the flyer.
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METALWORKING BADGE FINAL REQUIREMENTS
If you are working on your Metalworking Badge, one of the scout leaders is finalizing the last activity to receive your badge. Check upcoming newsletters for more information.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Wednesday, April 13th
Next meeting - Tuesday, April 19th at 7PM
On next troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
The next Venture Club Meeting (for Scouts 13 and older) will be on Sunday, April 17th. See the email newsletter for details.
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Flower Sales: One More Week
Troop 14's Flower Sale will run through April 19th.
Pictures are now available and will be sent in a separate message.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
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Service Hours Opportunity: Earth Day Fair, April 16th
The Earth Day Fair is April 16th at the GH Community Center. We are looking for a few good scouts. See the newsletter for details.
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COAST - Council Outdoor Adult Leader Skills Training - This Weekend!
COAST training will be held April 15-17th. This training will ensure that new leaders are proficient in basic outdoor skills pertaining to tent camping, outdoor cooking, fire building, and leadership.
If you are attending, please dress warm.
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This Monday: Merit Badge: Swimming
Any scouts hoping to complete their Swimming Merit Badge can work on the badger requirements at the Spring Lake Aquatics Center on Monday, April 18th at 6:30 pm. Please bring your suits and googles.
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Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the email newsletter for details.
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Spring Court of Honor
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. See the email newsletter for details.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Other Events in the Works
More details to come on the following events:
4/23 Hike and/or Beach cleanup.
4/23 Paper shredding truck will be at SL Lib from 11 am to 2 pm
On next troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
The next Venture Club Meeting (for Scouts 13 and older) will be on Sunday, April 17th. See the email newsletter for details.
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Flower Sales: One More Week
Troop 14's Flower Sale will run through April 19th.
Pictures are now available and will be sent in a separate message.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
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Service Hours Opportunity: Earth Day Fair, April 16th
The Earth Day Fair is April 16th at the GH Community Center. We are looking for a few good scouts. See the newsletter for details.
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COAST - Council Outdoor Adult Leader Skills Training - This Weekend!
COAST training will be held April 15-17th. This training will ensure that new leaders are proficient in basic outdoor skills pertaining to tent camping, outdoor cooking, fire building, and leadership.
If you are attending, please dress warm.
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This Monday: Merit Badge: Swimming
Any scouts hoping to complete their Swimming Merit Badge can work on the badger requirements at the Spring Lake Aquatics Center on Monday, April 18th at 6:30 pm. Please bring your suits and googles.
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Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the email newsletter for details.
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Spring Court of Honor
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. See the email newsletter for details.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Other Events in the Works
More details to come on the following events:
4/23 Hike and/or Beach cleanup.
4/23 Paper shredding truck will be at SL Lib from 11 am to 2 pm
Monday, April 4, 2011
Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for April 4th
Next Troop Meeting
There will be no Troop meeting next Tuesday. Enjoy your spring break!
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, April 12th.
Notes from last week's Parents Meeting are available on request.
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Troop 14's Flower Sale
Troop 14's Flower Sale will run from March 29th through April 19th.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
Forms were sent in a separate email. Please contact the Communications Chair for these forms.
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Go Gear Meeting
On Tuesday, April 19th, at 7pm, our troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear is moving down the street from it's present location (closer to Hage's and Goodwill)
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the email newsletter for more details.
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SPRING COURT OF HONOR
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. Please see the emailed newsletter for more details.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Quartermaster Inventory
Troop 14's Quartermaster is looking for Troop 14 equipment that may be stored in your garage or basement after the last campout. Please see the email newsletter for more details.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please reply to this newsletter if you did not receive the flyer.
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Newsletter Reminder and Update
Newsletters go out every Monday and Wednesday. Anyone in Troop 14 can submit a news item for consideration to appear in the newsletter (troop events and Eagle Projects need to be first submitted to the Troop 14 Council - lost and found items and smaller updates can be submitted directly to me).
Deadline for Monday's newsletter: Sunday at 9pm
Deadline for Mid-week Update: Tuesday at 9pm
Because of spring break, there will be no mid-week update for the week ending April 8th.
There will be no Troop meeting next Tuesday. Enjoy your spring break!
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, April 12th.
Notes from last week's Parents Meeting are available on request.
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Troop 14's Flower Sale
Troop 14's Flower Sale will run from March 29th through April 19th.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
Forms were sent in a separate email. Please contact the Communications Chair for these forms.
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Go Gear Meeting
On Tuesday, April 19th, at 7pm, our troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear is moving down the street from it's present location (closer to Hage's and Goodwill)
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the email newsletter for more details.
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SPRING COURT OF HONOR
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. Please see the emailed newsletter for more details.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Quartermaster Inventory
Troop 14's Quartermaster is looking for Troop 14 equipment that may be stored in your garage or basement after the last campout. Please see the email newsletter for more details.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please reply to this newsletter if you did not receive the flyer.
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Newsletter Reminder and Update
Newsletters go out every Monday and Wednesday. Anyone in Troop 14 can submit a news item for consideration to appear in the newsletter (troop events and Eagle Projects need to be first submitted to the Troop 14 Council - lost and found items and smaller updates can be submitted directly to me).
Deadline for Monday's newsletter: Sunday at 9pm
Deadline for Mid-week Update: Tuesday at 9pm
Because of spring break, there will be no mid-week update for the week ending April 8th.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Midweek Update for Thursday, March 31st, 2011
Next Troop Meeting
There will be no Troop meeting next Tuesday. Enjoy your spring break!
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, April 12th.
Notes from last week's Parents Meeting are available on request.
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Troop 14's Flower Sale
Troop 14's Flower Sale will run from March 29th through April 19th.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
Forms were sent by email. If you did not receive one, contact the Communications Chair.
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Go Gear Meeting
On Tuesday, April 19th, our troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear is moving down the street from it's present location (closer to Hage's and Goodwill)
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the newsletter for more information.
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SPRING COURT OF HONOR
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. See the newsletter for more information.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Quartermaster Inventory
Troop 14's Quartermasters looking for Troop 14 equipment that may be stored in your garage or basement after the last campout. See the newsletter for more information.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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Newsletter Reminder and Update
Newsletters go out every Monday and Wednesday. Anyone in Troop 14 can submit a news item for consideration to appear in the newsletter (troop events and Eagle Projects need to be first submitted to the Troop 14 Council - lost and found items and smaller updates can be submitted directly to me).
Deadline for Monday's newsletter: Sunday at 9pm
Deadline for Mid-week Update: Tuesday at 9pm
Because of spring break, there will be no mid-week update for the week ending April 8th.
There will be no Troop meeting next Tuesday. Enjoy your spring break!
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, April 12th.
Notes from last week's Parents Meeting are available on request.
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Troop 14's Flower Sale
Troop 14's Flower Sale will run from March 29th through April 19th.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
Forms were sent by email. If you did not receive one, contact the Communications Chair.
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Go Gear Meeting
On Tuesday, April 19th, our troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear is moving down the street from it's present location (closer to Hage's and Goodwill)
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up. See the newsletter for more information.
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SPRING COURT OF HONOR
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. See the newsletter for more information.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Quartermaster Inventory
Troop 14's Quartermasters looking for Troop 14 equipment that may be stored in your garage or basement after the last campout. See the newsletter for more information.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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Newsletter Reminder and Update
Newsletters go out every Monday and Wednesday. Anyone in Troop 14 can submit a news item for consideration to appear in the newsletter (troop events and Eagle Projects need to be first submitted to the Troop 14 Council - lost and found items and smaller updates can be submitted directly to me).
Deadline for Monday's newsletter: Sunday at 9pm
Deadline for Mid-week Update: Tuesday at 9pm
Because of spring break, there will be no mid-week update for the week ending April 8th.
Midweek Update for March 31st
Next Troop Meeting
There will be no Troop meeting next Tuesday. Enjoy your spring break!
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, April 12th.
Notes from last week's Parents Meeting are available on request.
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Troop 14's Flower Sale will run from March 29th through April 19th.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
Forms will be sent in a separate email.
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Go Gear Meeting
On Tuesday, April 19th, our troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear is moving down the street from its present location (closer to Hage's and Goodwill)
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up with Chris Hindley. See newsletter mailing for email contact.
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SPRING COURT OF HONOR
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. Please contact Hendrickson44@hotmail.com.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony for Joel B.
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony with Joel's family.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Quartermaster Inventory
Troop 14's Quartermaster Jake P. is looking for Troop 14 equipment that may be stored in your garage or basement after the last campout. Call/text him if you have equipment.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please reply to this newsletter if you did not receive the flyer.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
Newsletter Reminder and Update
Newsletters go out every Monday and Wednesday. Anyone in Troop 14 can submit a news item for consideration to appear in the newsletter (troop events and Eagle Projects need to be first submitted to the Troop 14 Council - lost and found items and smaller updates can be submitted directly to me).
Deadline for Monday's newsletter: Sunday at 9pm
Deadline for Mid-week Update: Tuesday at 9pm
Because of spring break, there will be no mid-week update for the week ending April 8th.
The updated Merit Badge Counselors List is on our website.
Copyright © 2011 Troop 14, All rights reserved.
There will be no Troop meeting next Tuesday. Enjoy your spring break!
Meetings will resume on Tuesday, April 12th.
Notes from last week's Parents Meeting are available on request.
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Troop 14's Flower Sale will run from March 29th through April 19th.
Pick-up dates will be Thursday & Friday evenings on May 5th & 6th.
Forms will be sent in a separate email.
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Go Gear Meeting
On Tuesday, April 19th, our troop meeting will be held at Go Gear! in Muskegon. There will be a demonstration on camping and hiking equipment.
Please note: Go Gear is moving down the street from its present location (closer to Hage's and Goodwill)
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Free Medical Exams
The medical exams are being done the evening of Wednesday, April 20th. They are free (although a donation to the Troop would be greatly appreciated!). These can count for Scouts and sports next year. Appointments may be set up with Chris Hindley. See newsletter mailing for email contact.
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SPRING COURT OF HONOR
This is a dinner and an awards ceremony to recognize scouts.
When: Tuesday, April 26th from 6 to 8:30 PM
Where: St. Mary's church in SL
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets by April 20th. Please contact Hendrickson44@hotmail.com.
Volunteers Needed: We are looking for leadership and donations for the following areas:
Set Up
Break Down
Serving
Presentation/Media
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Eagle Ceremony for Joel B.
When: Sunday, May 1 at 2PM
Where: First Baptist Church.
All scouts and their parents are welcome to celebrate this ceremony with Joel's family.
NEW SCOUT FAMILIES - We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
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Quartermaster Inventory
Troop 14's Quartermaster Jake P. is looking for Troop 14 equipment that may be stored in your garage or basement after the last campout. Call/text him if you have equipment.
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Gentlemen - Start Your Engines! The Indy 500 Sign-Up Is On!
The INDY 500 trip is on!
WHEN: May 28 - May 29.
COST: $90.00
Please reply to this newsletter if you did not receive the flyer.
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Newsletter Reminder and Update
Newsletters go out every Monday and Wednesday. Anyone in Troop 14 can submit a news item for consideration to appear in the newsletter (troop events and Eagle Projects need to be first submitted to the Troop 14 Council - lost and found items and smaller updates can be submitted directly to me).
Deadline for Monday's newsletter: Sunday at 9pm
Deadline for Mid-week Update: Tuesday at 9pm
Because of spring break, there will be no mid-week update for the week ending April 8th.
The updated Merit Badge Counselors List is on our website.
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