Monday, September 12, 2011
Troop 14 - NEW TROOP MEETING LOCATION!!!
NEWS FLASH: Troop 14 will no longer be meeting at Holmes Elementary!! We have a new location (Spring Lake Middle School SMALL Gym) for Troop meetings, beginning tomorrow (Tuesday, September 13th)! Please pass this on to parents.
Newsletter for September 12th
NEXT TROOP MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH
Scouts will be meeting next Tuesday at 7pm at Holmes Elementary.
Parent Committee Meeting - Please plan to have at least ONE parent attend, if not both! Learn about events planned for 2011-2013 plus important changes being made by the BSA, how they will impact the troop and the boys!
Scout Meeting
Scoutmaster Conferences & Board of Reviews - Remember to bring you books and be in Class A uniform.
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FALL COURT OF HONOR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th
Join us at Grand Haven Elks Lodge for the Fall Court of Honor.
Lasagna dinner at 3pm with program immediately following.
Scouts will be meeting next Tuesday at 7pm at Holmes Elementary.
Parent Committee Meeting - Please plan to have at least ONE parent attend, if not both! Learn about events planned for 2011-2013 plus important changes being made by the BSA, how they will impact the troop and the boys!
Scout Meeting
Scoutmaster Conferences & Board of Reviews - Remember to bring you books and be in Class A uniform.
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FALL COURT OF HONOR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th
Join us at Grand Haven Elks Lodge for the Fall Court of Honor.
Lasagna dinner at 3pm with program immediately following.
See the emailed newsletter for RSVP info.
Cost: $5 per person until September 16, children 5 and under are free.
After September 16th, the cost is $8 per person.
Note: Awards to be provided include ranks earned between April and 9/13 and merit badges earned between April and August.
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HAUNTED HALL
Cost: $5 per person until September 16, children 5 and under are free.
After September 16th, the cost is $8 per person.
Note: Awards to be provided include ranks earned between April and 9/13 and merit badges earned between April and August.
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HAUNTED HALL
See the emailed newsletter for more info about Haunted Hall.
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter
SCOUT 9/11 SALUTE
On Sunday, September 11th, join Scouts from across the Gerald R. Ford Council in honoring those who lost their lives and those who gave service in the 9-11 Tragedy. Troop 14 will be participating in a Scout Salute at the Gerald R. Ford Museum. While scouts and leaders will only salute for a period of three minutes, we are asked to be at the site from 10-11am. Carpooling is available. Please see the newsletter for information on how you can attend.
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NEXT TROOP MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH
Scouts will be meeting next Tuesday at 7pm.
Parent Committee Meeting - Please plan to have at least ONE parent attend, if not both! Learn about events planned for 2011-2013 plus important changes being made by the BSA, how they will impact the troop and the boys!
Scout Meeting
Scoutmaster Conferences & Board of Reviews
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FALL COURT OF HONOR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th
Join us for the Fall Court of Honor.
Lasagna dinner at 3pm with program immediately following.
RSVP - See the emailed newsletter for more information
Cost: $5 per person until September 16, children 5 and under are free.
After September 16th, the cost is $8 per person.
Note: Awards to be provided include ranks earned between April and 9/13 and merit badges earned between April and August.
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HAUNTED HALL CONSTRUCTION INFO
See the emailed newsletter for updates on Haunted Hall.
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HAUNTED HALL OPERATION STAFFING
See the emailed newsletter for updates on Haunted Hall.
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KAYAK RAFFLE: WINNER ANNOUNCED
See the emailed newsletter for more details.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
Crew Meeting: Sunday, September 11th, 6pm at the Haunted Hall.
Check the crew out on Facebook: Venture Crew 9014!
On Sunday, September 11th, join Scouts from across the Gerald R. Ford Council in honoring those who lost their lives and those who gave service in the 9-11 Tragedy. Troop 14 will be participating in a Scout Salute at the Gerald R. Ford Museum. While scouts and leaders will only salute for a period of three minutes, we are asked to be at the site from 10-11am. Carpooling is available. Please see the newsletter for information on how you can attend.
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NEXT TROOP MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH
Scouts will be meeting next Tuesday at 7pm.
Parent Committee Meeting - Please plan to have at least ONE parent attend, if not both! Learn about events planned for 2011-2013 plus important changes being made by the BSA, how they will impact the troop and the boys!
Scout Meeting
Scoutmaster Conferences & Board of Reviews
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FALL COURT OF HONOR: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th
Join us for the Fall Court of Honor.
Lasagna dinner at 3pm with program immediately following.
RSVP - See the emailed newsletter for more information
Cost: $5 per person until September 16, children 5 and under are free.
After September 16th, the cost is $8 per person.
Note: Awards to be provided include ranks earned between April and 9/13 and merit badges earned between April and August.
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HAUNTED HALL CONSTRUCTION INFO
See the emailed newsletter for updates on Haunted Hall.
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HAUNTED HALL OPERATION STAFFING
See the emailed newsletter for updates on Haunted Hall.
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KAYAK RAFFLE: WINNER ANNOUNCED
See the emailed newsletter for more details.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
Crew Meeting: Sunday, September 11th, 6pm at the Haunted Hall.
Check the crew out on Facebook: Venture Crew 9014!
Friday, August 19, 2011
Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter (Early Edition)
UPDATES ABOUT FIRST MEETING (AND PARENTS MEETING)
The first meeting will be Tuesday, September 13th @ Holmes Elementary @ 7pm.
At this time, we will also hold scoutmaster conferences and board of reviews.
The Parents' meeting will also be held at the same time! This will be our more important parents' meeting of the year.
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COURT OF HONOR - NOW IN SEPTEMBER
September 20th: Court of Honor!!
This has been moved to September!!!
More information coming soon.
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BIG NEWS - High Adventure 2013
Yes, we mean 2013! While 21 months away, the planning has begun for the biggest, wildest, best Adventure that Troop 14 has ever done!
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HAUNTED HALL, 2011 - IT'S ON!
Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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FIRE SAFETY MEETING AT THE HAUNTED HALL
Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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GO GEAR! SALE
This Saturday is Go Gear's HUGE GEARage SALE!! If you're thinking of buying stuff for this year, stop by Go Gear!
THIS Saturday August 20th at 9am.
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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US
Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).
If you have pictures, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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VENTURE CREW MEETING
Next meeting: Sunday, August 21st, 4pm. See the emailed newsletter for location.
The first meeting will be Tuesday, September 13th @ Holmes Elementary @ 7pm.
At this time, we will also hold scoutmaster conferences and board of reviews.
The Parents' meeting will also be held at the same time! This will be our more important parents' meeting of the year.
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COURT OF HONOR - NOW IN SEPTEMBER
September 20th: Court of Honor!!
This has been moved to September!!!
More information coming soon.
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BIG NEWS - High Adventure 2013
Yes, we mean 2013! While 21 months away, the planning has begun for the biggest, wildest, best Adventure that Troop 14 has ever done!
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HAUNTED HALL, 2011 - IT'S ON!
Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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FIRE SAFETY MEETING AT THE HAUNTED HALL
Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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GO GEAR! SALE
This Saturday is Go Gear's HUGE GEARage SALE!! If you're thinking of buying stuff for this year, stop by Go Gear!
THIS Saturday August 20th at 9am.
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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US
Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).
If you have pictures, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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VENTURE CREW MEETING
Next meeting: Sunday, August 21st, 4pm. See the emailed newsletter for location.
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Troop 14 Weekly Summer Newsletter
FIRST MEETING (AND PARENTS MEETING) OF SCHOOL YEAR
Will be Tuesday, September 13th @ Holmes Elementary @ 7pm.
Parents meeting will also be held at the same time! This will be our more important parents meeting of the year.
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BIG NEWS - High Adventure 2013
Yes, we mean 2013! While 21 months away, the planning has begun for the biggest, wildest, best Adventure that Troop 14 has ever done! Please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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HAUNTED HALL, 2011 - IT'S ON
Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US
Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).
If you have pictures, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Kayak raffle is up and running.
Prize: A PAIR of Kayaks (including the Paddles!)
Tickets: $5 each
Sales going on Tuesday (GH Central Park) or Wednesday (Waterfront Stadium) music night.
Drawing Date: August 18th, 2011, 8pm at Spring Lake Mill Point Park; need not be present to win.
Unsold tickets must be turned in.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Has been cancelled.
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VENTURE CREW MEETING
Next meeting: Sunday, August 21st, 4pm. See the emailed newsletter for location.
Will be Tuesday, September 13th @ Holmes Elementary @ 7pm.
Parents meeting will also be held at the same time! This will be our more important parents meeting of the year.
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BIG NEWS - High Adventure 2013
Yes, we mean 2013! While 21 months away, the planning has begun for the biggest, wildest, best Adventure that Troop 14 has ever done! Please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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HAUNTED HALL, 2011 - IT'S ON
Due to the competitive nature of HH, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US
Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).
If you have pictures, please see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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KAYAK RAFFLE
The Kayak raffle is up and running.
Prize: A PAIR of Kayaks (including the Paddles!)
Tickets: $5 each
Sales going on Tuesday (GH Central Park) or Wednesday (Waterfront Stadium) music night.
Drawing Date: August 18th, 2011, 8pm at Spring Lake Mill Point Park; need not be present to win.
Unsold tickets must be turned in.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Has been cancelled.
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VENTURE CREW MEETING
Next meeting: Sunday, August 21st, 4pm. See the emailed newsletter for location.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, August 1st
COAST GUARD SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Earn some community service hours:
This Tuesday from 10am-2pm, we need 4-5 scouts in Class A uniform to help run the activity table at Mulligan's Hollow. Simply show up and look for Matt Hoag, the District Executive, in the big tent at 9:45am.
Help needed at the Hot Dog stand outside the Elks Lodge during the Coast Guard parade on Saturday, from 11am-3pm. This is a lot of fun and you get practically front row seats to the parade. For more information, see the email newsletter.
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL MEETING - THIS WEDNESDAY
All scouting parents are invited to a Haunted Hall meeting this Wednesday, August 3rd, Spring Lake Central Park at 6:30pm.
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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US
Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).
If you have pictures, see the email newsletter.
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KAYAK RAFFLE AND MUSIC NIGHT SIGN-UPS
The Kayak raffle is up and running.
Prize: A PAIR of Kayaks (including the Paddles!)
Tickets: $5 each
Sales going on Tuesday (GH Central Park) or Wednesday (Waterfront Stadium) music night.
Drawing Date: August 18th, 2011, 8pm at Spring Lake Mill Point Park; need not be present to win.
_!!REMEMBER - ONLY ADULTS (18 and older) MAY SELL OR PURCHASE TICKETS!!_
***ALL tickets MUST be accounted for, as a report is submitted to the state and information must be kept in case of an audit. This means any tickets not turned in must still be paid for! Tickets will be distributed in sets of 1 and 25.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!
WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.
More information to follow. Check the crew out on Facebook: Venture Crew 9014!
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st.
Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
Earn some community service hours:
This Tuesday from 10am-2pm, we need 4-5 scouts in Class A uniform to help run the activity table at Mulligan's Hollow. Simply show up and look for Matt Hoag, the District Executive, in the big tent at 9:45am.
Help needed at the Hot Dog stand outside the Elks Lodge during the Coast Guard parade on Saturday, from 11am-3pm. This is a lot of fun and you get practically front row seats to the parade. For more information, see the email newsletter.
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL MEETING - THIS WEDNESDAY
All scouting parents are invited to a Haunted Hall meeting this Wednesday, August 3rd, Spring Lake Central Park at 6:30pm.
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GOT PICTURES? SHARE THEM WITH US
Troop 14 is looking for pictures of scouts from the Gerber campout, Summer Camp, May Hike, Beach Cleanup, High Adventure and other events for the Fall Court of Honor slide show (yup, we're planning on this already).
If you have pictures, see the email newsletter.
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KAYAK RAFFLE AND MUSIC NIGHT SIGN-UPS
The Kayak raffle is up and running.
Prize: A PAIR of Kayaks (including the Paddles!)
Tickets: $5 each
Sales going on Tuesday (GH Central Park) or Wednesday (Waterfront Stadium) music night.
Drawing Date: August 18th, 2011, 8pm at Spring Lake Mill Point Park; need not be present to win.
_!!REMEMBER - ONLY ADULTS (18 and older) MAY SELL OR PURCHASE TICKETS!!_
***ALL tickets MUST be accounted for, as a report is submitted to the state and information must be kept in case of an audit. This means any tickets not turned in must still be paid for! Tickets will be distributed in sets of 1 and 25.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!
WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.
More information to follow. Check the crew out on Facebook: Venture Crew 9014!
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st.
Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for Monday, July 11th
THANK YOU: POPS AT THE POINT PARENTS
Thanks to the scout families who stepped in and helped out at this past Thursday's Pops at the Point.
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REMINDER: NEW ADVANCEMENT CHAIRS
If you're working on a merit badge, see the email newsletter for the advancement chairs' contact information.
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PARENTS - YOUR HELP IS NEEDED FOR POPCORN KERNELS
We need popcorn kernels for this upcoming school year. See the email newsletter for more information.
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TALL TRAVEL SHIRTS - COMING SOON
Previously, travel sizes for the shirts did not include Tall. But our old shirt has been discontinued and the shirt style that the troop will use from now on has tall sizing.
We'd like to see how many parents would be interested in getting these new shirts. See the email newsletter for more information.
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KAYAK RAFFLE AND MUSIC NIGHT SIGN-UPS
Information about this summer's Kayak Raffle and sign-ups for Music Night are in the newsletter.
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL RESOURCES NEEDED
See the email newsletter for more information.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!
WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.
More information to follow.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st.
Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
See the email newsletter for more information.
Thanks to the scout families who stepped in and helped out at this past Thursday's Pops at the Point.
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REMINDER: NEW ADVANCEMENT CHAIRS
If you're working on a merit badge, see the email newsletter for the advancement chairs' contact information.
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PARENTS - YOUR HELP IS NEEDED FOR POPCORN KERNELS
We need popcorn kernels for this upcoming school year. See the email newsletter for more information.
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TALL TRAVEL SHIRTS - COMING SOON
Previously, travel sizes for the shirts did not include Tall. But our old shirt has been discontinued and the shirt style that the troop will use from now on has tall sizing.
We'd like to see how many parents would be interested in getting these new shirts. See the email newsletter for more information.
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KAYAK RAFFLE AND MUSIC NIGHT SIGN-UPS
Information about this summer's Kayak Raffle and sign-ups for Music Night are in the newsletter.
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL RESOURCES NEEDED
See the email newsletter for more information.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!
WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.
More information to follow.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st.
Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
See the email newsletter for more information.
Monday, July 4, 2011
Troop 14 Summer Newsletter for Monday, July 4th
MISSING SOMETHING?
After Camp Gerber, the trailer had a number of lost and found items: chairs, backpacks, sleeping bags, shoes, etc. These things will stay in the Lost and Found until August 28th. If you've lost something (or something turned up in your Scout's bags), contact the Communications Chair. See the newsletter for more information.
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ADVANCEMENT CHAIR CHANGE
Troop 14 has a new advancement chair. Thank you to our previous chair.
For more information, see the newsletter.
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PARENTS - YOU HELP NEEDED FOR POPCORN KERNELS
We need popcorn kernels for this upcoming school year.
See the newsletter for more information.
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POPS AT THE POINT
Thanks to all the scouts and parents who signed up for Pops at the Point. We had such an overwheling response that dates are now full. A .xls schedule will be sent out in a follow-up email.
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HIGH ADVENTURE REMINDERS
High Adventure kicks off on July 7th.
In addition to your camping gear and kits, you should bring:
Your personal first aid kits/wilderness survival kits. Remember - the contents of these should not take up more than a quart size bag each!
Nalgeen bottle needed (water bladder optional - but you MUST have Nalgeen!)
Bug Spray - 90 - 100% DEET recommended or your Scout and Parent/Guardian WILL suffer!!!!
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL RESOURCES NEEDED
Does anyone have a contact for Fastenal or Granger or any other type of fastener company? See the 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 newsletter for more information.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!
WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.
More information to follow.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
See the newsletter for more information.
After Camp Gerber, the trailer had a number of lost and found items: chairs, backpacks, sleeping bags, shoes, etc. These things will stay in the Lost and Found until August 28th. If you've lost something (or something turned up in your Scout's bags), contact the Communications Chair. See the newsletter for more information.
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ADVANCEMENT CHAIR CHANGE
Troop 14 has a new advancement chair. Thank you to our previous chair.
For more information, see the newsletter.
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PARENTS - YOU HELP NEEDED FOR POPCORN KERNELS
We need popcorn kernels for this upcoming school year.
See the newsletter for more information.
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POPS AT THE POINT
Thanks to all the scouts and parents who signed up for Pops at the Point. We had such an overwheling response that dates are now full. A .xls schedule will be sent out in a follow-up email.
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HIGH ADVENTURE REMINDERS
High Adventure kicks off on July 7th.
In addition to your camping gear and kits, you should bring:
Your personal first aid kits/wilderness survival kits. Remember - the contents of these should not take up more than a quart size bag each!
Nalgeen bottle needed (water bladder optional - but you MUST have Nalgeen!)
Bug Spray - 90 - 100% DEET recommended or your Scout and Parent/Guardian WILL suffer!!!!
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL RESOURCES NEEDED
Does anyone have a contact for Fastenal or Granger or any other type of fastener company? See the 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 newsletter for more information.
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VENTURE CREW UPDATES
A Camping/Kayak Adventure is being planned!
WHEN: August 6th
WHERE: Happy Mohawk.
More information to follow.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
See the newsletter for more information.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter: Special Post Summer Camp Edition
SUMMER CAMP PICKUP
Hopefully, this isn't too late notice. Parents should arrive to pick up their scouts at Camp Gerber ~10:30 am.
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL MEETING
WYLD Mtg rescheduled for SUNDAY, June 26th, 7pm at Barber School. All Scout parents are invited - we hope to see you there!
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY (EAGLE PROJECT)
Help is needed this MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, June 27th-29th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30pm.
We will be moving the Theatre dept. props, constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, and safety glasses.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
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MANDATORY HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING
Everyone who is going on High Adventure should meet at Central Park in one of the pavilions Tuesday, June 28th at 7pm. Information will be provided on what to pack and trip itinerary. Participants are REQUIRED to attend or send a representative (Just remember, second-hand information is never the same!!). This will be a great High Adventure.
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SUMMER COMMUNITY SERVICE - POPS AT THE POINT
During the summer, Troop 14 distributes popcorn every Thursday night at Mill Point Park during the Pops at the Point Music Nights. There are one or two times left. For more information, see the email newsletter.
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KAYAK RAFFLE FUNDRAISER
The Kayak Raffle Fundraiser will be in full swing in the next couple of weeks. Tickets will be $5 each with a chance to win a pair of kayak and paddles! This fundraiser usually nets about $2.50 per ticket sold for your scout’s account. The more sold, the higher the proceeds! Watch the newsletter for ticket availability. We hope to have them soon.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. For more information, see the email newsletter.
Hopefully, this isn't too late notice. Parents should arrive to pick up their scouts at Camp Gerber ~10:30 am.
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WYLD/HAUNTED HALL MEETING
WYLD Mtg rescheduled for SUNDAY, June 26th, 7pm at Barber School. All Scout parents are invited - we hope to see you there!
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY (EAGLE PROJECT)
Help is needed this MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, June 27th-29th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30pm.
We will be moving the Theatre dept. props, constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, and safety glasses.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
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MANDATORY HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING
Everyone who is going on High Adventure should meet at Central Park in one of the pavilions Tuesday, June 28th at 7pm. Information will be provided on what to pack and trip itinerary. Participants are REQUIRED to attend or send a representative (Just remember, second-hand information is never the same!!). This will be a great High Adventure.
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SUMMER COMMUNITY SERVICE - POPS AT THE POINT
During the summer, Troop 14 distributes popcorn every Thursday night at Mill Point Park during the Pops at the Point Music Nights. There are one or two times left. For more information, see the email newsletter.
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KAYAK RAFFLE FUNDRAISER
The Kayak Raffle Fundraiser will be in full swing in the next couple of weeks. Tickets will be $5 each with a chance to win a pair of kayak and paddles! This fundraiser usually nets about $2.50 per ticket sold for your scout’s account. The more sold, the higher the proceeds! Watch the newsletter for ticket availability. We hope to have them soon.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
For more information, see the email newsletter.
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FAMILY CAMP OUT
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21st. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. For more information, see the email newsletter.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Troop 14 Weekly Newsletter for Monday, June 13th
RC EVENT AT HOUSE OF HOBBIES
House of Hobbies was rescheduled. Stay tuned…
House of Hobbies was rescheduled. Stay tuned…
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WINDSOR MCCAY DAY – THIS TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH
When: June 14th from 9:45am-12:00pm
When: June 14th from 9:45am-12:00pm
Where: Spring Lake District Library
See the emailed newsletter if you still want to sign up.
See the emailed newsletter if you still want to sign up.
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FLAG DAY - TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH
FLAG DAY - TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH
Scouts are invited to celebrate Flag Day by participating in a Flag Day ceremony at the Waterfront Grandstands in Grand Haven at 6pm. The ceremony will last approximately one hour and scouts are requested to be in uniform.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY (EAGLE PROJECT)
Help is needed for June 14th and 15th from 5:30 - 8:00pm at 15080 Hickory Street, Spring Lake (between 148th and Fruitport Rd).
We will be cutting and pre-assembling shelving units for the Theatre Department. We need 4-6 scouts per night.
Please bring gloves and safety glasses, but we will have some there if you don't have any available.
Help is also needed on June 27th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30pm.
We will be moving the theatre dept. props, constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, and safety glasses.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Help is needed for June 14th and 15th from 5:30 - 8:00pm at 15080 Hickory Street, Spring Lake (between 148th and Fruitport Rd).
We will be cutting and pre-assembling shelving units for the Theatre Department. We need 4-6 scouts per night.
Please bring gloves and safety glasses, but we will have some there if you don't have any available.
Help is also needed on June 27th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30pm.
We will be moving the theatre dept. props, constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, and safety glasses.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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SUMMER CAMP DEPARTURE
Please plan on meeting at Holmes Elementary on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19th at 12:30 pm for check-in.
Please plan on meeting at Holmes Elementary on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19th at 12:30 pm for check-in.
- Scouts MUST be in FULL-CLASS A uniform! We will NOT leave until EVERYONE is checked in - AND in uniform. (Suggestion: bring hanger for shirt)
- Medications: MUST be in original container.
- Group picture: $10 (if desired)
- Merit Badge Fees: Some merit badges, such as rifle or basketry, has an extra charge for materials. See guidebook link below. (NOTE: This DOES NOT apply to first year Scouts!)
If you need information on what to pack or if a planned merit badge has extra charges, visit: http://www.bsagrfc.org/documents/cmpguidebook.pdf
For a map to Camp Gerber: http://www.bsagrfc.org/images/maptocampgerber.jpg
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CAMP GERBER DINNER - Meal Catered via Chef in a Box
Reservations closed.
Walk-ins will be charged $8 per person.
Attendees are asked to bring a dessert to pass. (The boys LOVE this!!)
NOTE: Arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm (NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities. While there are a few picnic tables available, we ask people to bring a camp chair if available.
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VENTURING OUTING
Venture Crew 9014 invites ALL youth ages 14 -21 (or those who have completed the 8th grade) to join us at the HiRopes and Zipline Course at Camp Gerber on Saturday, June 26th, 10:30-3pm (This is immediately following the Troop’s camp). Cost will be $10 which includes the course fees and lunch. Invite your friends! This event is open to registered Venturers as well as guests (who have not previously attended an outing).
Scouts attending camp will go directly to the Course. Non-campers will meet at 9:45 behind Dicks Sporting Goods. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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MANDATORY HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING
Everyone going on High adventure please meet at Central Park in one of the pavilions June 28th at 7pm. Information will be provided on what to pack and trip itinerary. Participants are REQUIRED to attend, or send a representative (Just remember second hand information is never the same!!). This will be a great High Adventure.
MANDATORY HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING
Everyone going on High adventure please meet at Central Park in one of the pavilions June 28th at 7pm. Information will be provided on what to pack and trip itinerary. Participants are REQUIRED to attend, or send a representative (Just remember second hand information is never the same!!). This will be a great High Adventure.
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SUMMER COMMUNITY SERVICE - POPS AT THE POINT
During the summer, Troop 14 distributes popcorn every Thursday night at Mill Point Park during the Pops at the Point Music Nights. This requires 2-3 adults and 2-3 youth each week (2 families). This is a relaxing evening, and a great way to spend time with another troop family. These nights fill up early! Please bring your calendar to Gerber Family night to schedule an evening. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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KAYAK RAFFLE FUNDRAISER
The Kayak Raffle Fundraiser will be in full swing in the next couple of weeks. Tickets will be $5 each with a chance to win a pair of kayak and paddles! This fundraiser usually nets about $2.50 per ticket sold for your scout’s account. The more sold, the higher the proceeds! Watch the newsletter for ticket availability. We hope to have them at Gerber Camp.
SUMMER COMMUNITY SERVICE - POPS AT THE POINT
During the summer, Troop 14 distributes popcorn every Thursday night at Mill Point Park during the Pops at the Point Music Nights. This requires 2-3 adults and 2-3 youth each week (2 families). This is a relaxing evening, and a great way to spend time with another troop family. These nights fill up early! Please bring your calendar to Gerber Family night to schedule an evening. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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KAYAK RAFFLE FUNDRAISER
The Kayak Raffle Fundraiser will be in full swing in the next couple of weeks. Tickets will be $5 each with a chance to win a pair of kayak and paddles! This fundraiser usually nets about $2.50 per ticket sold for your scout’s account. The more sold, the higher the proceeds! Watch the newsletter for ticket availability. We hope to have them at Gerber Camp.
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FUNDRAISER MUSIC NIGHTS
Bring your calendars to the Gerber Family Night Dinner to sign up to sell tickets at one of the Tri-Cities area Music events on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during the summer. BONUS: We have the music schedule, so you can choose the night that fits your taste!
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Need to Add an Item to the Newsletter?
The newsletter will only do weekly updates (and bi-weekly after July 17th). If you have an item to add, email it to the Communications Chair before 6pm on Sunday. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
FUNDRAISER MUSIC NIGHTS
Bring your calendars to the Gerber Family Night Dinner to sign up to sell tickets at one of the Tri-Cities area Music events on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during the summer. BONUS: We have the music schedule, so you can choose the night that fits your taste!
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Need to Add an Item to the Newsletter?
The newsletter will only do weekly updates (and bi-weekly after July 17th). If you have an item to add, email it to the Communications Chair before 6pm on Sunday. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Troop 14 Monday Newsletter for June 6th
CYCLING MERIT BADGE
Cycling starts this week. A schedule was sent out with times and locations. If you did not receive one, please see the email newsletter for more information.
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LAST CALL FOR SUMMER CAMP FORMS
If your Scout is going to summer camp, please turn in your physical forms (all A, B, C), immunization info and insurance info. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP EXTENDED to JUNE 10th
The RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner has been extended until Friday, June 10th. Cost is $5.
Reservations will close on Friday so we may provide a number to the caterer and pick up the paper products needed. Any walk-ins will be charged $8 per person. Attendees are asked to bring a dessert to pass.
Family night is a BIG DEAL for our boys at camp. They enjoy seeing their parents. Parents may plan to arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm (NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities).
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STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
Date: June 14th
When: From 9:45am-12:00pm
We need seven scouts to help out with Windsor McCay day at the Spring Lake District Library. The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids. To sign up, please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Newsletter Updates
The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of today. As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.
Cycling starts this week. A schedule was sent out with times and locations. If you did not receive one, please see the email newsletter for more information.
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LAST CALL FOR SUMMER CAMP FORMS
If your Scout is going to summer camp, please turn in your physical forms (all A, B, C), immunization info and insurance info. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP EXTENDED to JUNE 10th
The RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner has been extended until Friday, June 10th. Cost is $5.
Reservations will close on Friday so we may provide a number to the caterer and pick up the paper products needed. Any walk-ins will be charged $8 per person. Attendees are asked to bring a dessert to pass.
Family night is a BIG DEAL for our boys at camp. They enjoy seeing their parents. Parents may plan to arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm (NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities).
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STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
Date: June 14th
When: From 9:45am-12:00pm
We need seven scouts to help out with Windsor McCay day at the Spring Lake District Library. The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids. To sign up, please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. Please see the email newsletter for more information.
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Newsletter Updates
The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of today. As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Midweek Update for Wednesday, June 1st
CYCLING MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS
The Cycling Merit Badge sign-up has been restored.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Family Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd
Camp Gerber Family Dinner
Wednesday, June 22nd @ 5:30pm
RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner by Friday, June 3. Cost is $5 with attendees requested to bring a dessert to pass.
If you are going to the dinner, you absolutely must RSVP by June 3rd!
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Family night is a BIG DEAL for our boys at camp. They enjoy seeing their parents. Parents may plan to arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm.
NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities.
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STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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Community Service Opportunities
Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
We still need 2 volunteers from 8am-noon and 2 volunteers from 11:30-3:30 pm.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Windsor McCay Day on June 14th at the Spring Lake District Library
The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids from 9:45am-12:00pm.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Not only is community service required for advancement, it is good for both the volunteer and the community!
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Volunteer Opportunity (Eagle Project)
Help is needed for June 14th and 15th from 5:30 - 8:00 at 15080 Hickory Street, Spring Lake (between 148th and Fruitport Rd).
We will be cutting and pre-assembling shelving units for the Theatre Department. We need 4-6 scouts per night.
Please bring gloves and safety glasses, but we will have some there if you don't have any available.
Help is also needed on June 27th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30.
We will be moving the theatre dept. props., constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, safety glasses.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, see the newsletter.
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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's joined so far. In the future, members of the troop will receive more immediate updates on our Facebook page.
Everyone who joins the group is able to post pictures of troop activities and can add members of the troop. Please be sure to read the Troop 14 FB Group Rules and Guidelines.
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Congratulations to the Scoutmaster for being awarded the Silver Beaver Award.
The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award presented at the Council level. Silver Beaver recipients are recognized for their outstanding contribution to youth at the troop, district, council, and community level.
The Cycling Merit Badge sign-up has been restored.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Family Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd
Camp Gerber Family Dinner
Wednesday, June 22nd @ 5:30pm
RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner by Friday, June 3. Cost is $5 with attendees requested to bring a dessert to pass.
If you are going to the dinner, you absolutely must RSVP by June 3rd!
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Family night is a BIG DEAL for our boys at camp. They enjoy seeing their parents. Parents may plan to arrive around 5:30, checking in at the camp office. Dinner will be served at 6pm, with Scouts leaving for evening scout festivities at 7pm.
NOTE: Parents are welcome to attend the festivities, but they will NOT be able to have contact with scouts after they depart for the festivities.
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STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
------------------------------------------
Community Service Opportunities
Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
We still need 2 volunteers from 8am-noon and 2 volunteers from 11:30-3:30 pm.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Windsor McCay Day on June 14th at the Spring Lake District Library
The scouts will be helping out with carnival-style games and handing out prizes to the kids from 9:45am-12:00pm.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
Not only is community service required for advancement, it is good for both the volunteer and the community!
------------------------------------------
Volunteer Opportunity (Eagle Project)
Help is needed for June 14th and 15th from 5:30 - 8:00 at 15080 Hickory Street, Spring Lake (between 148th and Fruitport Rd).
We will be cutting and pre-assembling shelving units for the Theatre Department. We need 4-6 scouts per night.
Please bring gloves and safety glasses, but we will have some there if you don't have any available.
Help is also needed on June 27th at the Spring Lake High School stage from 5:30 - 8:30.
We will be moving the theatre dept. props., constructing shelving units, painting, and putting back the props on the new shelves. We plan to work three nights on this project and could use 8-12 people per night. Wear old clothes, work gloves, safety glasses.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
------------------------------------------
Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
For more information, see the emailed newsletter.
------------------------------------------
Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, see the newsletter.
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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's joined so far. In the future, members of the troop will receive more immediate updates on our Facebook page.
Everyone who joins the group is able to post pictures of troop activities and can add members of the troop. Please be sure to read the Troop 14 FB Group Rules and Guidelines.
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Congratulations to the Scoutmaster for being awarded the Silver Beaver Award.
The Silver Beaver Award is the highest award presented at the Council level. Silver Beaver recipients are recognized for their outstanding contribution to youth at the troop, district, council, and community level.
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