* NEXT TROOP MEETING: JANUARY 4TH
* LAST CHANCE: WINTER EUCHRE TOURNAMENT - THIS MONDAY
* 2011 HAUNTED HALL MEETING - THIS WEDNESDAY
* UPDATE ON HIGH ADVENTURE
* REMINDER: PATHFINDER BADGE - DEADLINE DECEMBER 28TH
* BORED WITH BREAK ALREADY? KEEP WORKING ON YOUR MERIT BADGES
* ORDER OF THE ARROW BANQUET
* BUDGETING FOR THE NEW YEAR? PAY FOR SUMMER SCOUT EVENTS NOW
PARENT COMMITTEE NOTES FROM 12-14 ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
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UPCOMING DATES
December
27th - Euchre Tournament
29th - Haunted Hall Meeting
2011 Calendar is included with the emailed newsletter.
Looking Ahead
* Order of the Arrow Banquet: January 15th
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th.
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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NEXT TROOP MEETING: JANUARY 4TH
There will be no meeting on December 28th. Enjoy the end of the year break.
Note: By the first meeting in January, Scout accounts will be updated to include popcorn and Haunted Hall proceeds.
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LAST CHANCE: WINTER EUCHRE TOURNAMENT - THIS MONDAY
WHEN: Monday, December 27th 6pm- 9pm
WHERE: Barber School in Spring Lake.
This event is open to ALL who are interested in playing - either competitively, or just to learn!! We will have tables set up for those competing for the T14 Mega Traveling Trophy as well as tables for learners! Pop and snacks will be served during this event.
Last minute attendees are welcome; however, PLEASE contact the troop to let us know you are coming (See the emailed newsletter for more information.)! We want to have available tables, card decks, snacks, and pop for all!
Just FYI: This does count as a "scout activity" toward advancement.
Cost $5 to cover food. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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2011 HAUNTED HALL MEETING - THIS WEDNESDAY
All troop parents are invited to join us this Wednesday as we'll be discussing this past year's Haunted Hall and announcing next year's theme!
WHERE: Spring Lake Library, Historical Room (next to the reference desk)
WHEN: 6:30 PM, This Wednesday, December 29th
Please note that this is an adult-only meeting. Be ready to bring your ideas and share them with all.
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UPDATE ON HIGH ADVENTURE
Currently, we have four spots available for the High Adventure trip. For more information, see the emailed newsletter for more information.. Remember, you must have $100 in your scout account to sign up.
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REMINDER: PATHFINDER BADGE - DEADLINE DECEMBER 28TH
At the last meeting, many Scouts started the Pathfinder badge. The requirements for this badge are changing as of December 31st, 2010.
Scouts who still want this badge must print the sheet, complete the requirements and meet with the merit badge counselor. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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BORED WITH BREAK ALREADY? KEEP WORKING ON YOUR MERIT BADGES
Winter break is an excellent time to focus on a few badges. One badge we recommend is the Scholarship Merit Badge.
Scouts interested may download the worksheet at: http://www.usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/Scholarship.pdf.
When requirements are complete, the scout may get together with the merit badge counselor for verification. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
For other badges, the MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST can be found at
http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html.
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ORDER OF THE ARROW BANQUET
WHEN: January 15th
WHERE: TBA
OA members are invited to attend the OA Banquet. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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BUDGETING FOR THE NEW YEAR? PAY FOR SUMMER SCOUT EVENTS NOW
At the parents? meeting, the schedule of events for the upcoming year was discussed. One interesting point that was made is that everything that happens over the summer (Summer
Camp, High Adventure, etc.) needs to be paid for in May to reserve your space. One recommendation that was made was to start planning now and making estimated payments
to your Scout Account. If this is something that would interest you, see the emailed newsletter for more information.
See the Parent Committee notes for more information on events
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Monday, December 27, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
TROOP 14 MID-WEEK UPDATE For Thursday, November 18th
TROOP 14 MID-WEEK UPDATE
For Thursday, November 18th
In This Issue
* POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW - NOVEMBER 23RD!
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
* STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
*Notes from the last parent meeting are now available on request. Reply to this newsletter to request them.
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UPCOMING DATES
November
20th-21st - Popcorn Pickups
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks!
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
If you ordered popcorn, it's here. You can pick it up this weekend.
Location: See the newsletter.
Time: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
There will be extra product to sell/buy if anyone is interested.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW ? NOVEMBER 23RD!
Our next meeting will be the Board of Review for scouts.
All scouts going before the board should be dressed in full Class A uniforms and should have their books.
For first-years, the Board of Review will ask you to review a few things you may have already earned, such as knots. For a knot review, check out the link below.
http://www.animatedknots.com/bowline/index.php?Categ=climbing&LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 30th will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven.
Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the newsletter for RSVP information.
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STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
If you bought something for Haunted Hall and want to get reimbursed, you have one more weekend to get reimbursed. See the email newsletter for more details.
For Thursday, November 18th
In This Issue
* POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW - NOVEMBER 23RD!
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
* STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
*Notes from the last parent meeting are now available on request. Reply to this newsletter to request them.
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UPCOMING DATES
November
20th-21st - Popcorn Pickups
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks!
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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POPCORN IS HERE! PICK-UP TIMES THIS WEEKEND
If you ordered popcorn, it's here. You can pick it up this weekend.
Location: See the newsletter.
Time: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
There will be extra product to sell/buy if anyone is interested.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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NEXT MEETING: BOARD OF REVIEW ? NOVEMBER 23RD!
Our next meeting will be the Board of Review for scouts.
All scouts going before the board should be dressed in full Class A uniforms and should have their books.
For first-years, the Board of Review will ask you to review a few things you may have already earned, such as knots. For a knot review, check out the link below.
http://www.animatedknots.com/bowline/index.php?Categ=climbing&LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 30th will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven.
Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the newsletter for RSVP information.
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STILL HAVE RECEIPTS FROM HAUNTED HALL? LAST CHANCE TO GET REIMBURSED!
If you bought something for Haunted Hall and want to get reimbursed, you have one more weekend to get reimbursed. See the email newsletter for more details.
Monday, November 15, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, November 15th
In This Issue
* NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
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UPCOMING DATES
November
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - AND SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
We will return to Holmes Elementary next Tuesday at 7PM.
Scoutmaster conferences will also be held this week. Please plan accordingly.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. See the newsletter for more information. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 23rd will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven. Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the email newsletter for more contact information.
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST can be found at
http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html.
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Any Eagle Scout project announcements can be sent through the newsletter.
All messages *MUST* include:
* Date (Newsletters are sent every Monday and usually Wednesday during the school year. You should provide at least 10 days notice before the event.)
* Place
* Time
* The Scoutmasters and your parents CCed in the message
Nice to include items are:
* Things volunteers need to bring (i.e. items to donate, cans of food, tools, etc.)
* If family members are invited
* NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
* COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
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UPCOMING DATES
November
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
20th - Haunted Hall Cast Party (See below)
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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NEXT MEETING - NOV 16TH - AND SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
We will return to Holmes Elementary next Tuesday at 7PM.
Scoutmaster conferences will also be held this week. Please plan accordingly.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY - NOVEMBER 20TH
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. See the newsletter for more information. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling.
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COURT OF HONOR - RANK ADVANCEMENTS & AWARDS
November 23rd will be Troop 14's Court of Honor, an event where we recognize Scouts for their Rank Advancements and Awards!
Location: Grand Haven Elks upstairs ballroom at 3rd/Franklin in Grand Haven. Time: Dinner begins serving at 6pm, with program to start at 7pm.
Cost: $4.50, 5 and under = free.
RSVP: EVERYONE must call to confirm the number attending or send regrets.
See the email newsletter for more contact information.
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST can be found at
http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html.
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EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Any Eagle Scout project announcements can be sent through the newsletter.
All messages *MUST* include:
* Date (Newsletters are sent every Monday and usually Wednesday during the school year. You should provide at least 10 days notice before the event.)
* Place
* Time
* The Scoutmasters and your parents CCed in the message
Nice to include items are:
* Things volunteers need to bring (i.e. items to donate, cans of food, tools, etc.)
* If family members are invited
Monday, November 8, 2010
TROOP 14 Weekly Update For Monday, November 7th
IN THIS ISSUE:
* MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
* POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
* NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
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UPCOMING DATES
November
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (see below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
If you lost a Columbia jacket while working at Haunted Hall this season, it will be at this Tuesday's meeting.
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POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
Popcorn orders were due on Friday. If you have orders, please contact the Popcorn Kernel to drop off orders and money.
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NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
Now that we've prepped the flags, the Troop will hold a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th at our usual meeting time of 7PM.
Camp Braak is located along North Shore Drive, between Coast Guard Park and North Shore Beach. Once you drive past the entrance to Coast Guard Park, heading toward the beach, watch for the driveway on the left side of the road. Signs will be up.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT - THIS WEEKEND
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th. More details about the camp out to come.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling. See the newsletter for time and location.
* MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
* POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
* NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
* HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
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UPCOMING DATES
November
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (see below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
* Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
* Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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MISSING A JACKET? ONE FOUND AT HAUNTED HALL
If you lost a Columbia jacket while working at Haunted Hall this season, it will be at this Tuesday's meeting.
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POPCORN ORDERS ARE NOW PAST DUE!
Popcorn orders were due on Friday. If you have orders, please contact the Popcorn Kernel to drop off orders and money.
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NEXT MEETING - FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK - NOV. 9TH
Now that we've prepped the flags, the Troop will hold a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th at our usual meeting time of 7PM.
Camp Braak is located along North Shore Drive, between Coast Guard Park and North Shore Beach. Once you drive past the entrance to Coast Guard Park, heading toward the beach, watch for the driveway on the left side of the road. Signs will be up.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT - THIS WEEKEND
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th. More details about the camp out to come.
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HAUNTED HALL CAST PARTY
The wrap-up party for Haunted Hall workers will be Saturday, November 20th. Cast members are invited to celebrate the conclusion of a great year with free pizza and bowling. See the newsletter for time and location.
Monday, November 1, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, November 1st
IN THIS NEWSLETTER:
* UPCOMING DATES
* THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
* LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
* HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
* FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony (See below)
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
The Troop 14 website now has a list of current Merit Badge Counselors. The list can be found through links on the "Leaders" page and on the "Helpful Sites Page," or directly at http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html. We will update the list as existing MB counselors renew their Youth Protection training, and as new counselors are added.
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LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
Someone picked up a black Columbia fleece jacket that isn't his on the last night of the Haunted Hall. He would like to return it to the correct owner and get his back. See the newsletter for more information.
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HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
Haunted Hall was a huge success this year (more details to come). Thanks to everyone who helped out... but we still need your help for teardown.
Monday 11/1: Tear down: 6-9
Wednesday 11/2: Tear down: 6-9
Thursday 11/3: Tear down: 6-9
Saturday 11/5: Tear down: 9-5
Sunday 11/6: Tear down: 12:30-5
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FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Bring any flags that need retiring AND scissors to next Tuesday's meeting at Holmes Elementary.The Troop will be preparing them for a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th.
Please label scissors with your name (or the name of whomever they go home with!!)
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
Popcorn orders are due this week. If you're done selling, bring them to this Tuesday's meeting. Otherwise, keep selling and bring to your orders to the Popcorn Kernel's house by Friday the 5th.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the 'secret' ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol's expertise!
* UPCOMING DATES
* THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
* LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
* HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
* FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony (See below)
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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THE MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS LIST IS NOW POSTED
The Troop 14 website now has a list of current Merit Badge Counselors. The list can be found through links on the "Leaders" page and on the "Helpful Sites Page," or directly at http://www.troop14sl.com/merit_badge_counselors.html. We will update the list as existing MB counselors renew their Youth Protection training, and as new counselors are added.
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LOST - JACKET AT HAUNTED HALL
Someone picked up a black Columbia fleece jacket that isn't his on the last night of the Haunted Hall. He would like to return it to the correct owner and get his back. See the newsletter for more information.
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HAUNTED HALL TEARDOWN HELP NEEDED
Haunted Hall was a huge success this year (more details to come). Thanks to everyone who helped out... but we still need your help for teardown.
Monday 11/1: Tear down: 6-9
Wednesday 11/2: Tear down: 6-9
Thursday 11/3: Tear down: 6-9
Saturday 11/5: Tear down: 9-5
Sunday 11/6: Tear down: 12:30-5
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FLAG RETIREMENT STARTS NEXT MEETING, NOV. 2ND - BRING SCISSORS
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Bring any flags that need retiring AND scissors to next Tuesday's meeting at Holmes Elementary.The Troop will be preparing them for a retiring ceremony at Camp Braak on November 9th.
Please label scissors with your name (or the name of whomever they go home with!!)
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
Popcorn orders are due this week. If you're done selling, bring them to this Tuesday's meeting. Otherwise, keep selling and bring to your orders to the Popcorn Kernel's house by Friday the 5th.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the 'secret' ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol's expertise!
Monday, October 25, 2010
TROOP 14 Weekly Update For Monday, October 25th
IN THIS NEWSLETTER:
* UPCOMING DATES
* HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
* HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
October
26th - Troop Meeting - Back at Holmes
30th - Metal Working Badge Meeting
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (See below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
A big thank you to everybody who has worked this season at the Haunted Hall. On Saturday, we put through over 700 people in one night! A special thanks to those people who came in to help with little or no notice. We couldn't have done this without the teamwork that took place this year!
We currently we have enough actors for the rest of the season. Hours will still be available for tear down.
REMEMBER that Halloween is being celebrated on October 30 (our final night) in the Tri-Cities. PLEASE do not wait until the 28th or 29th to decide you are changing your mind about working!!!
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OTHER ‘HALL REMINDERS
* Buy a wristbands and paper kidneys for $1 each at The Haunted Hall and Troop meetings through the month of October.
* If you bought something for the ‘Hall and want to be reimbursed, see the newsletter to learn how.
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HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
Sunday, Oct. 31st is designated for prop removal at the hall. If you have PERSONAL items you want to take home, please arrange to do so on the 31st. Full tear down will begin on Monday, Nov. 1 (Full schedule will be posted later this week.)
We also need help taking down the Castle in the lobby on Sunday afternoon. Mona Shores Drama Department loaned it to us and needs it back to repaint it for a play. Please show them our thanks by making this a quick job. Many hands make light work!
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
All popcorn order forms and money must be turned in no later than November 5th. The envelopes had November 9th on them - this is an error.
There is still popcorn product available for take and sell. See the newsletter to view contact information.
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FINAL SIGN-UP: METAL WORKING MERIT BADGE
If you’re a scout hoping to work on your Metalworking Merit Badge, it’s not too late to sign up for one of two demonstrations (at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.) at the Black Bear Forge in Muskegon on Saturday, October 30th.
This demo is NOT mandatory, however, it is recommended that you attend if possible.
The last sign-up will be at this Tuesday’s meeting.
We will also be visiting the forge later in the year in much smaller groups to actually forge two items to complete the requirements.
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FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Give it a proper retirement by bringing it to Troop 14. Flags must be received by Tuesday, November 2nd, in order to properly be prepared for retirement. The Troop will be preparing them at a troop meeting on that date. If you would like to participate in the preparation, bring a pair of scissors to the meeting.
Then, plan on joining the Scouts on November 9th at Camp Braak for this special ceremony.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the “secret” ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol’s expertise!
* UPCOMING DATES
* HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
* HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
* POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
* FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
* IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
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UPCOMING DATES
October
26th - Troop Meeting - Back at Holmes
30th - Metal Working Badge Meeting
November
2nd - Troop Meeting at Holmes & Prepare Flags for Retirement Ceremony
9th - Flag Retirement at Camp Braak in Ferrysburg (See below)
12-14th - Iron Chef Campout (See below)
16th - Scoutmaster Conferences
23rd - Board of Review
30th - Fall Court of Honor and Family Dinner at the Grand Haven Elks! Details TBA.
Looking Ahead
*Euchre Tournament: Monday, December 27th 6pm
*Klondyke: Boy Scout Winter Skills Competition: Saturday, February 5th. Info TBA
* Ski Trip: February 18-20th, Caberfae Peaks; cost estimated at $90/TBA
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HAUNTED HALL – FINAL WEEK UPDATES AND REMINDERS
A big thank you to everybody who has worked this season at the Haunted Hall. On Saturday, we put through over 700 people in one night! A special thanks to those people who came in to help with little or no notice. We couldn't have done this without the teamwork that took place this year!
We currently we have enough actors for the rest of the season. Hours will still be available for tear down.
REMEMBER that Halloween is being celebrated on October 30 (our final night) in the Tri-Cities. PLEASE do not wait until the 28th or 29th to decide you are changing your mind about working!!!
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OTHER ‘HALL REMINDERS
* Buy a wristbands and paper kidneys for $1 each at The Haunted Hall and Troop meetings through the month of October.
* If you bought something for the ‘Hall and want to be reimbursed, see the newsletter to learn how.
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HAUNTED HALL – PROP REMOVAL STARTS OCTOBER 31st, TEARDOWN NOVEMBER 1ST
Sunday, Oct. 31st is designated for prop removal at the hall. If you have PERSONAL items you want to take home, please arrange to do so on the 31st. Full tear down will begin on Monday, Nov. 1 (Full schedule will be posted later this week.)
We also need help taking down the Castle in the lobby on Sunday afternoon. Mona Shores Drama Department loaned it to us and needs it back to repaint it for a play. Please show them our thanks by making this a quick job. Many hands make light work!
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POPCORN ORDERS DUE NOVEMBER 5TH
All popcorn order forms and money must be turned in no later than November 5th. The envelopes had November 9th on them - this is an error.
There is still popcorn product available for take and sell. See the newsletter to view contact information.
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FINAL SIGN-UP: METAL WORKING MERIT BADGE
If you’re a scout hoping to work on your Metalworking Merit Badge, it’s not too late to sign up for one of two demonstrations (at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.) at the Black Bear Forge in Muskegon on Saturday, October 30th.
This demo is NOT mandatory, however, it is recommended that you attend if possible.
The last sign-up will be at this Tuesday’s meeting.
We will also be visiting the forge later in the year in much smaller groups to actually forge two items to complete the requirements.
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FLAG RETIREMENT AT CAMP BRAAK IN FERRYSBURG
Do you have a United States Flag that is faded or torn? Give it a proper retirement by bringing it to Troop 14. Flags must be received by Tuesday, November 2nd, in order to properly be prepared for retirement. The Troop will be preparing them at a troop meeting on that date. If you would like to participate in the preparation, bring a pair of scissors to the meeting.
Then, plan on joining the Scouts on November 9th at Camp Braak for this special ceremony.
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IRON CHEF CAMPOUT!
It's that time of year again! For our November campout, we will be doing the Iron Chef at Camp Braak on November 12th-14th.
On Friday, Boy Scouts and their male mentors will set up camp at Braak, with the Jr. and Sr. Webelos joining them for lunch on Saturday. After the Jr. Webelos depart, the Scouts and Sr. Webelos will take a hike. Later in the afternoon, the Scouts will divide into patrols and be introduced to the “secret” ingredient. Each patrol will do their best to create three mouthwatering entrees, with the Sr. Webelos being the ultimate judges of each patrol’s expertise!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
TROOP 14 MID-WEEK UPDATE For Wednesday, September 22nd
* PARENT MEETING FOLLOW-UP
* NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
* HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT's CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
* BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
* MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
* HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
* PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
* FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
* PLANNING AN EAGLE CEREMONY?
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PARENT MEETING FOLLOW-UP
Thanks to all the parents who attended the Parent Meeting this evening. If you missed part or all of the meeting, notes will be available soon.
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NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
On September 28th, the Scout meeting location will be at the Haunted Hall.
6 p.m. - Board of Review for September Advancements
7 p.m. - Haunted Hall safety meeting
This is REQUIRED for ALL Haunted Hall workers (Scouts, parents, siblings over 13, volunteers, Jr/Sr Webelos). This is also part of the Fire Safety Merit Badge.
The 'HALL is located at the old Herman Miller HMI facility: VanWagoner just West of US-31.
Entrance = East side of building
If you cannot make this meeting, contact the Scoutmaster.
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HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT'S CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
The Haunted Hall opens in one week and we still have a lot to do. If you are working at the 'Hall, please remember that:
* SCOUTS WHO ARE 13 AND UNDER MUST WORK WITH A PARENT. Siblings over 12 may also help out as long as they are with a parent. Underage Scouts and siblings without a parent will be sent home.
* EVERYONE IS REQUIRED to fill out a Hold Harmless form prior to working. Download and fill out one prior to coming:
http://www.hauntedhall.com/HH/holdharmless.html
Hours are still:
Mondays,Wednesdays,Thursdays: 6-9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9-5 p.m.
Sundays: 1-5 p.m.
We also want to take this moment to mention:
* Wear closed toe shoes and old clothing.
* Scouts/siblings - no cell phones or texting while working.
* Goof off and you'll be asked to go home.
* Please bring tools (cordless drills, hammer staplers, 3-6 foot ladders). We also ask that you label them with your last name.
* Stop in to work for a full shift - or even an hour! Any time will help!
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BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
Boo School is back! Haunted Hall cast members are encouraged to attend an actor school on the art of scaring!
WHEN: Saturday, September 25th from 11am - 12:30
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
Boo School will get into the art and science behind acting in a haunted house. This class will focus on how to personalize your scare to be the best for your character. Plan on attending!
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MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
The Madness Makeup is for those who want to take their makeup to the next level, going beyond what is done at the 'Hall. If you have, or plan on getting, your own Wolfe FX makeup, this class will show you the basics of haunted makeup.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 29th at 6 p.m.
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
If you plan on doing your own makeup, you should try to bring your own palette and makeup sponges. Makeup palettes can be ordered from http://www.wolfefxmakeup.com/. Under the Hydrocolor makeup tab, the appetizers page contains palettes for $16 and $30. The 6 essential colors palatte will get you started! (Note: This should be done ASAP!)
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HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
Last day to order will be Tuesday. In addition to the black shirts and sweatshirts, we will also be offering black sweat pants as well as neon greenish/yellow t-shirts.
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PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Troop 14 is looking for someone to handle the Haunted Hall shirts. The person in charge would collect, submit, and sort the orders. This is a great short-term volunteer position!
See the email version of the newsletter for more details.
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FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
Scouts: Looking to finish your Geology merit badge?
If you've finished eighth grade science at Spring Lake and you only have one requirement to fulfill before earning your badge, do ONE of the following:
1.) With your parent's and counselor's approval, visit with a geologist, land use planner, or civil engineer. Discuss this professional's work and the tools required in this line of work. Learn about a project that this person is now working on, and ask to see reports and maps created for this project. Discuss with your counselor what you have learned.
2.) Find out about three career opportunities available in geology. Pick one and find out the education, training, and experience required for the profession. Discuss this with your counselor and explain why this profession might interest you.
See the email version of the newsletter for more details on how to touchbase with your counselor.
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SUMMER SCOUT EVENT PICTURES ARE NOW ON THE WEBSITE: UPLOAD YOUR NOW!
As Kelly Parker explained in tonight's meeting, you can view pictures from this past summer's scout events (Cycling Merit badge, Camp Gerber, and High Adventure-Pictured Rocks).
To view them:
1.) Go to Troop14sl.com.
2.) From the menu on the left, select Pictures. This will open Google Picassa albums.
You can then use the Download drop-down menu at the top of the screen to download, print or make a slideshow of your pictures.
Anyone who has pictures they would like to add to any of these albums can send an email to webmaster@troop14sl.com and we'll set it so they can upload directly. Your pictures will go right into the album listed on the Troop website. You will need to log in using a Google account to do so, but that's free. And the webmaster can still do the actual uploading if provided a cd or usb drive of the picture files. This should let us build some nice shared photo collections!
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If you know of someone who is part of Troop 14 but didn’t receive this newsletter, please forward this email to them and tell them to reply to this message. They will be added to the email list.
* NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
* HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT's CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
* BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
* MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
* HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
* PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
* FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
* PLANNING AN EAGLE CEREMONY?
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PARENT MEETING FOLLOW-UP
Thanks to all the parents who attended the Parent Meeting this evening. If you missed part or all of the meeting, notes will be available soon.
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NEXT TROOP MEETING/BOARD OF REVIEW/HAUNTED HALL SAFETY MEETING - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH
On September 28th, the Scout meeting location will be at the Haunted Hall.
6 p.m. - Board of Review for September Advancements
7 p.m. - Haunted Hall safety meeting
This is REQUIRED for ALL Haunted Hall workers (Scouts, parents, siblings over 13, volunteers, Jr/Sr Webelos). This is also part of the Fire Safety Merit Badge.
The 'HALL is located at the old Herman Miller HMI facility: VanWagoner just West of US-31.
Entrance = East side of building
If you cannot make this meeting, contact the Scoutmaster.
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HAUNTED HALL UPDATES: IT'S CRUNCH TIME AT THE 'HALL - STOP BY AND HELP OUT
The Haunted Hall opens in one week and we still have a lot to do. If you are working at the 'Hall, please remember that:
* SCOUTS WHO ARE 13 AND UNDER MUST WORK WITH A PARENT. Siblings over 12 may also help out as long as they are with a parent. Underage Scouts and siblings without a parent will be sent home.
* EVERYONE IS REQUIRED to fill out a Hold Harmless form prior to working. Download and fill out one prior to coming:
http://www.hauntedhall.com/HH/holdharmless.html
Hours are still:
Mondays,Wednesdays,Thursdays: 6-9 p.m.
Saturdays: 9-5 p.m.
Sundays: 1-5 p.m.
We also want to take this moment to mention:
* Wear closed toe shoes and old clothing.
* Scouts/siblings - no cell phones or texting while working.
* Goof off and you'll be asked to go home.
* Please bring tools (cordless drills, hammer staplers, 3-6 foot ladders). We also ask that you label them with your last name.
* Stop in to work for a full shift - or even an hour! Any time will help!
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BOO SCHOOL - THIS SATURDAY
Boo School is back! Haunted Hall cast members are encouraged to attend an actor school on the art of scaring!
WHEN: Saturday, September 25th from 11am - 12:30
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
Boo School will get into the art and science behind acting in a haunted house. This class will focus on how to personalize your scare to be the best for your character. Plan on attending!
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MADNESS MAKEUP - NEXT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th
The Madness Makeup is for those who want to take their makeup to the next level, going beyond what is done at the 'Hall. If you have, or plan on getting, your own Wolfe FX makeup, this class will show you the basics of haunted makeup.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 29th at 6 p.m.
WHERE: The Haunted Hall (see above)
If you plan on doing your own makeup, you should try to bring your own palette and makeup sponges. Makeup palettes can be ordered from http://www.wolfefxmakeup.com/. Under the Hydrocolor makeup tab, the appetizers page contains palettes for $16 and $30. The 6 essential colors palatte will get you started! (Note: This should be done ASAP!)
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HAUNTED HALL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE
Last day to order will be Tuesday. In addition to the black shirts and sweatshirts, we will also be offering black sweat pants as well as neon greenish/yellow t-shirts.
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PARENT and ADULT SCOUT VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Troop 14 is looking for someone to handle the Haunted Hall shirts. The person in charge would collect, submit, and sort the orders. This is a great short-term volunteer position!
See the email version of the newsletter for more details.
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FINISH UP YOUR GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE TODAY
Scouts: Looking to finish your Geology merit badge?
If you've finished eighth grade science at Spring Lake and you only have one requirement to fulfill before earning your badge, do ONE of the following:
1.) With your parent's and counselor's approval, visit with a geologist, land use planner, or civil engineer. Discuss this professional's work and the tools required in this line of work. Learn about a project that this person is now working on, and ask to see reports and maps created for this project. Discuss with your counselor what you have learned.
2.) Find out about three career opportunities available in geology. Pick one and find out the education, training, and experience required for the profession. Discuss this with your counselor and explain why this profession might interest you.
See the email version of the newsletter for more details on how to touchbase with your counselor.
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SUMMER SCOUT EVENT PICTURES ARE NOW ON THE WEBSITE: UPLOAD YOUR NOW!
As Kelly Parker explained in tonight's meeting, you can view pictures from this past summer's scout events (Cycling Merit badge, Camp Gerber, and High Adventure-Pictured Rocks).
To view them:
1.) Go to Troop14sl.com.
2.) From the menu on the left, select Pictures. This will open Google Picassa albums.
You can then use the Download drop-down menu at the top of the screen to download, print or make a slideshow of your pictures.
Anyone who has pictures they would like to add to any of these albums can send an email to webmaster@troop14sl.com and we'll set it so they can upload directly. Your pictures will go right into the album listed on the Troop website. You will need to log in using a Google account to do so, but that's free. And the webmaster can still do the actual uploading if provided a cd or usb drive of the picture files. This should let us build some nice shared photo collections!
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If you know of someone who is part of Troop 14 but didn’t receive this newsletter, please forward this email to them and tell them to reply to this message. They will be added to the email list.
Monday, August 16, 2010
TROOP 14 UPDATE For Monday, August 16th
SCOUT NEWSLETTER IN BRIEF:
* REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
* KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! FINAL DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
* STOP THE PRESSES! TROOP 14 MADE THE GH TRIBUNE
* MERIT BADGE UPDATE
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
* COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
* SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
** NEXT TROOP 14 NEWSLETTER WILL BE AUGUST 30TH**
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REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
Families attending Owassippi Campout should attend a menu planning meeting. See the newsletter for time and place. This will take about 1/2 hour and additional information about the campout will be discussed.
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KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
ALL tickets sales MUST be turned in NO LATER than 7PM AUGUST 19th!!!
Read the newsletter to see how to turn in money and tickets. Any families not returning tickets/money by August 19th will be charged for the tickets they took to sell.
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STOP THE PRESSES!
In case you missed it, a recent Eagle Project made it into the Grand Haven Tribune. You can read about it here:
http://www.grandhaventribune.com/paid/305801386461582.bsp
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MERIT BADGE UPDATE
Partial merit badge blue cards are available for the following badges:
* Env Science
* Lifesaving
* Personal Mgt
* Personal Fitness
* Wilderness Survival
* Citizenship in World, Nation and Community
* Fishing
* Insect Study
* Archery
* Camping
* Emergency Prep
* Photography
* Small Boat Sailing
* Cooking
These badges are mostly from summer camp but some are older.
If you are the Merit Badge councilor for any of these badges and would like to keep them with you, see the newsletter for more information.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
A scout is requesting help from his fellow scouts to assemble and paint the storage shelves and carpet the SLHS Band Drum Room.
* Date: Thursday, August 26th, 2010
* Place: Spring Lake High School Band Room (Back door of High School)
* Time: 6 - 9 PM
* Tools will be provided.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
Spring Lake schools Total Trek Quest Program is facing a shortage of coaches for the 2011 school year. They are looking for a few scouts to help out.
Total Trek Quest is a nine-week interactive program where 3rd to 5th grade boys train for a 5k run as well as do activities to promote healthy choices and teach social/relational skills. They meet after school for 90 minutes, two times each week.
If you are interested in helping, see the newsletter for more information.
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SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
WHEN: Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 2:00p.m.
WHERE: The Tennis Court at White Pines Middle School
More information will follow!
* REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
* KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! FINAL DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
* STOP THE PRESSES! TROOP 14 MADE THE GH TRIBUNE
* MERIT BADGE UPDATE
* VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
* COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
* SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
** NEXT TROOP 14 NEWSLETTER WILL BE AUGUST 30TH**
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REMINDER: MENU PLANNING FOR OWASSIPPI CAMPOUT - MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH
Families attending Owassippi Campout should attend a menu planning meeting. See the newsletter for time and place. This will take about 1/2 hour and additional information about the campout will be discussed.
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KEEP SELLING THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS! DEADLINE AUGUST 19TH!
ALL tickets sales MUST be turned in NO LATER than 7PM AUGUST 19th!!!
Read the newsletter to see how to turn in money and tickets. Any families not returning tickets/money by August 19th will be charged for the tickets they took to sell.
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STOP THE PRESSES!
In case you missed it, a recent Eagle Project made it into the Grand Haven Tribune. You can read about it here:
http://www.grandhaventribune.com/paid/305801386461582.bsp
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MERIT BADGE UPDATE
Partial merit badge blue cards are available for the following badges:
* Env Science
* Lifesaving
* Personal Mgt
* Personal Fitness
* Wilderness Survival
* Citizenship in World, Nation and Community
* Fishing
* Insect Study
* Archery
* Camping
* Emergency Prep
* Photography
* Small Boat Sailing
* Cooking
These badges are mostly from summer camp but some are older.
If you are the Merit Badge councilor for any of these badges and would like to keep them with you, see the newsletter for more information.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: BUILDING STORAGE IN SLHS BAND DRUM ROOM
A scout is requesting help from his fellow scouts to assemble and paint the storage shelves and carpet the SLHS Band Drum Room.
* Date: Thursday, August 26th, 2010
* Place: Spring Lake High School Band Room (Back door of High School)
* Time: 6 - 9 PM
* Tools will be provided.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT OPPORTUNITY: SL’S TOTAL TREK QUEST PROGRAM NEEDS COACHES
Spring Lake schools Total Trek Quest Program is facing a shortage of coaches for the 2011 school year. They are looking for a few scouts to help out.
Total Trek Quest is a nine-week interactive program where 3rd to 5th grade boys train for a 5k run as well as do activities to promote healthy choices and teach social/relational skills. They meet after school for 90 minutes, two times each week.
If you are interested in helping, see the newsletter for more information.
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SAVE THE DATE: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
WHEN: Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 2:00p.m.
WHERE: The Tennis Court at White Pines Middle School
More information will follow!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
TROOP 14 QUICK UPDATE
There's been an update to Troop 14 events since Tuesday's newsletter.
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HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING - JULY 14th @ CENTRAL PARK @ 7PM
High adventure is on. We have scheduled a meeting July 14th, at Central Park, 7:00pm. If you are signed up or are planning on going, please attend this meeting.
If there are any changes, please contact the Scoutmaster.
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HIGH ADVENTURE MEETING - JULY 14th @ CENTRAL PARK @ 7PM
High adventure is on. We have scheduled a meeting July 14th, at Central Park, 7:00pm. If you are signed up or are planning on going, please attend this meeting.
If there are any changes, please contact the Scoutmaster.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
SCOUT NEWSLETTER IN BRIEF:
* THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
* LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
* DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES:
- KAYAK RAFFLE - DATES AVAILABLE!
- HOT DOG SALE - AUGUST 7th
* SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE - NEXT ISSUE JULY 19TH
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THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
Just a reminder that Eagle Court of Honor is this Thursday, July
8 at SL High School Auditorium at 7 PM. Please everyone come! We would
like a strong troop representation. This is for scouts and families.
Scouts should be in full class A uniform and arrive at 6:15. This not only
supports Trevor in this great honor, but inspires scouts to obtain Eagle
as well.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line
up instructions.
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URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
We need at least one family this Thursday to handle the popcorn at the
Point. It is the same night as Trevor's Eagle Ceremony, so we'd like
volunteers who aren't attending.
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LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
A few more reports of accidentally lost items have come up from Camp Gerber:
* One scout accidentally brought home two different, navy blue Keen
shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. If you own a pair of Men's
blue Keens in a size 10, please check to make sure they're a match.
* Another scout left his Scout handbook, and 2 merit badge books (Cit in
the World & Environ Science), and a book of all the Merit Badge Reqs at
the campsite at Gerber when he left camp on Friday night. If anyone
happened to find these and bring them home, please let us know.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SIGN-UP DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing
and fishing!
!!!WE NEED TO CONFIRM PARTICIPANTS BY JULY 20TH!!!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the
cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent,
contact Curt Brower regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a
tent with an unrelated adult.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
If you could add that we still need an adult to sign-up for the following
times for Kayak Raffle Ticket Sales:
July 28th (Waterfront Stadium in Grand Haven)
August 3rd (Central Park in Grand Haven)
August 7th for Coast Guard Parade: shifts - 10-12:45; 12:30-2:45
August 17th (Central Park in Grand Haven)
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale
outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and
up are invited to help out.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you
want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council,
newsletters will now go out every other Monday starting with this
newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send
all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least
10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date,
place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before
they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your
parents/guardians.
* THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
* LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
* DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES:
- KAYAK RAFFLE - DATES AVAILABLE!
- HOT DOG SALE - AUGUST 7th
* SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE - NEXT ISSUE JULY 19TH
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THIS THURSDAY: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
Just a reminder that Eagle Court of Honor is this Thursday, July
8 at SL High School Auditorium at 7 PM. Please everyone come! We would
like a strong troop representation. This is for scouts and families.
Scouts should be in full class A uniform and arrive at 6:15. This not only
supports Trevor in this great honor, but inspires scouts to obtain Eagle
as well.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line
up instructions.
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URGENT: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THURS. POPCORN AT THE POINT
We need at least one family this Thursday to handle the popcorn at the
Point. It is the same night as Trevor's Eagle Ceremony, so we'd like
volunteers who aren't attending.
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LOST ITEMS: HAVE YOU SEEN THEM?
A few more reports of accidentally lost items have come up from Camp Gerber:
* One scout accidentally brought home two different, navy blue Keen
shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. If you own a pair of Men's
blue Keens in a size 10, please check to make sure they're a match.
* Another scout left his Scout handbook, and 2 merit badge books (Cit in
the World & Environ Science), and a book of all the Merit Badge Reqs at
the campsite at Gerber when he left camp on Friday night. If anyone
happened to find these and bring them home, please let us know.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SIGN-UP DEADLINE APPROACHING: FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing
and fishing!
!!!WE NEED TO CONFIRM PARTICIPANTS BY JULY 20TH!!!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the
cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent,
contact Curt Brower regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a
tent with an unrelated adult.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
If you could add that we still need an adult to sign-up for the following
times for Kayak Raffle Ticket Sales:
July 28th (Waterfront Stadium in Grand Haven)
August 3rd (Central Park in Grand Haven)
August 7th for Coast Guard Parade: shifts - 10-12:45; 12:30-2:45
August 17th (Central Park in Grand Haven)
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale
outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and
up are invited to help out.
Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you
want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council,
newsletters will now go out every other Monday starting with this
newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send
all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least
10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date,
place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before
they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your
parents/guardians.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
TROOP 14 QUICK UPDATE Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
There's been some updates to Troop 14 events since Monday's newsletter. Please check them out below.
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POSTPONED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING
The Eagle Project (installing a flagpole on June 27th) has been postponed. We'll post further information on this project soon.
In the meantime, the Scout is asking for returnable cans. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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NEEDED: ADULT VOLUNTEERS FOR HIGH ADVENTURE
Help! We need at least TWO MORE ADULT DRIVERS for High Adventure, coming up July 17th through 25th. Currently, we have 11 Scouts who do not have rides. If you can volunteer, please contact the Scoutmaster immediately.
If no one volunteers, we will have to cancel High Adventure. But this doesn't have to happen. Volunteer now to help out!
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PLEASE RSVP: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
This is a wonderful event for first-year scouts as it keeps them motivated to work on their Eagle requirements.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
PLEASE RSVP BY JULY 1ST. See the Newsletter for more information..
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PLEASE CHECK MONDAY'S WEEKLY UPDATE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON:
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE (all summer long) & HOT DOG SALE (on August 7th)
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
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POSTPONED: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING
The Eagle Project (installing a flagpole on June 27th) has been postponed. We'll post further information on this project soon.
In the meantime, the Scout is asking for returnable cans. Contact the Communications Chair for more information.
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NEEDED: ADULT VOLUNTEERS FOR HIGH ADVENTURE
Help! We need at least TWO MORE ADULT DRIVERS for High Adventure, coming up July 17th through 25th. Currently, we have 11 Scouts who do not have rides. If you can volunteer, please contact the Scoutmaster immediately.
If no one volunteers, we will have to cancel High Adventure. But this doesn't have to happen. Volunteer now to help out!
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PLEASE RSVP: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites ALL scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor.
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
This is a wonderful event for first-year scouts as it keeps them motivated to work on their Eagle requirements.
Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
PLEASE RSVP BY JULY 1ST. See the Newsletter for more information..
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PLEASE CHECK MONDAY'S WEEKLY UPDATE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON:
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE (all summer long) & HOT DOG SALE (on August 7th)
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Monday, June 21, 2010
TROOP 14 WEEKLY UPDATE For Monday, June 21st, 2010
* A NOTE FROM THE TREASURER
* IMPORTANT: SUMMER CAMP THEFT
* SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
* UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES (CSOs)
- POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
- KAYAK RAFFLE
- HOT DOG SALE
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Welcome back to all the scouts and parents who enjoyed camp last week!
PLEASE NOTE: As of July 4th, the newsletter will go on a bi-weekly update for the rest of the summer.
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A NOTE FROM THE TREASURER
"Thank you Troop 14 for the beautiful flowers. It has been a pleasure serving as Treasurer. What a great dinner in honor of the 100th year of scouting! Thank you, dinner committee." -THE TREASURER
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SUMMER CAMP THEFT
On Friday night, the Scoutmaster was notified of several thefts that occurred from Troop 14's campsite. A couple of watches, several wallets, a fair amount of money, and a green North Face sweatshirt were taken from four different tents.
During the week, the campsite was unattended for very limited periods of time throughout the day. Unfortunately, we believe the thefts were committed by someone from Troop 14.
PARENTS & GUARDIANS: PLEASE be extra observant of your son if they attended camp last week. If you happen to notice that your son has an unfamiliar watch, or has unaccountable spending money, please talk to them and contact the Scoutmaster. We would like to recover the missing items, but more importantly, we want to prevent this from happening again and help whoever did this to change and learn - not continue down a wrong path.
For this reason, if someone steps forward, it will be handled in a confidential manner so as to not alienate the child - but rather to work with them to become in-step with the ideals of the Scouting Oath and Law.
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SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
One of our Scouts brought home two different, navy blue Keen shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. Since he just got his shoes (and he didn't hop around on one foot during the week), it is assumed that he and another scout swapped out a shoe! If your son has the same situation, please contact the the Communications Chair.
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UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites all scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor .
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
UPDATE: Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
Popcorn nights are full! Thanks to all who signed up. A schedule will go out to those working along with reminder emails.
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CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
NOTE: NEW DATE! SUNDAY, JUNE 27th
On SUNDAY, JUNE 27th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
We have limited availability for Tue (Central Park) & Wed (Waterfront Stadium) night sales in Grand Haven. All this requires is an adult staffing a table from 6:40 - 8:15pm for ticket sales during music nights.
If you can haul the kayak trailer (2-inch ball), great. If not, we will arrange for it to get there. We are holding sign-ups to only one per family until Tuesday. So, if you are not scheduled and want a night - contact the Scoutmaster! As of Wednesday - the sign-up will be open for people to get additional nights (and some are already standing in line!). If you do want another night, let us know about that as well.
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SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and up are invited to help out. For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
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FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing and fishing!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent, contact the Scoutmaster regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a tent with an unrelated adult.
For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
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SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday starting with the July 4th newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
* IMPORTANT: SUMMER CAMP THEFT
* SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
* UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR TREVOR EPPLETT
* COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES (CSOs)
- POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
- INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
* SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES
- KAYAK RAFFLE
- HOT DOG SALE
* FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
Welcome back to all the scouts and parents who enjoyed camp last week!
PLEASE NOTE: As of July 4th, the newsletter will go on a bi-weekly update for the rest of the summer.
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A NOTE FROM THE TREASURER
"Thank you Troop 14 for the beautiful flowers. It has been a pleasure serving as Treasurer. What a great dinner in honor of the 100th year of scouting! Thank you, dinner committee." -THE TREASURER
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SUMMER CAMP THEFT
On Friday night, the Scoutmaster was notified of several thefts that occurred from Troop 14's campsite. A couple of watches, several wallets, a fair amount of money, and a green North Face sweatshirt were taken from four different tents.
During the week, the campsite was unattended for very limited periods of time throughout the day. Unfortunately, we believe the thefts were committed by someone from Troop 14.
PARENTS & GUARDIANS: PLEASE be extra observant of your son if they attended camp last week. If you happen to notice that your son has an unfamiliar watch, or has unaccountable spending money, please talk to them and contact the Scoutmaster. We would like to recover the missing items, but more importantly, we want to prevent this from happening again and help whoever did this to change and learn - not continue down a wrong path.
For this reason, if someone steps forward, it will be handled in a confidential manner so as to not alienate the child - but rather to work with them to become in-step with the ideals of the Scouting Oath and Law.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SUMMER CAMP LOST AND FOUND: KEEN SHOES
One of our Scouts brought home two different, navy blue Keen shoes. One is brand new and one is pretty worn. Since he just got his shoes (and he didn't hop around on one foot during the week), it is assumed that he and another scout swapped out a shoe! If your son has the same situation, please contact the the Communications Chair.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
UPDATED: AN EAGLE COURT OF HONOR
TROOP 14 invites all scouts and families to an Eagle Court of Honor .
When: JULY 8, 2010 7:00 PM
Where: SPRING LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
16140 148TH Avenue
SPRING LAKE, MI
UPDATE: Scouts should arrive between 6:15 - 6:30 in full class A uniforms for line up instructions.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY (CSO): POPCORN @ THE POINT – ALL SUMMER LONG
Popcorn nights are full! Thanks to all who signed up. A schedule will go out to those working along with reminder emails.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
CSO: INSTALL FLAG POLE AND LANDSCAPING @ SPRING LAKE SOCCER FIELD
NOTE: NEW DATE! SUNDAY, JUNE 27th
On SUNDAY, JUNE 27th at 9am, one of our scouts is carrying out his Eagle Scout project and would greatly appreciate volunteers.
We will be installing a flag pole and landscaping the field behind the Spring Lake Middle School.
Volunteers are asked to simply show up.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - KAYAK RAFFLE
We have limited availability for Tue (Central Park) & Wed (Waterfront Stadium) night sales in Grand Haven. All this requires is an adult staffing a table from 6:40 - 8:15pm for ticket sales during music nights.
If you can haul the kayak trailer (2-inch ball), great. If not, we will arrange for it to get there. We are holding sign-ups to only one per family until Tuesday. So, if you are not scheduled and want a night - contact the Scoutmaster! As of Wednesday - the sign-up will be open for people to get additional nights (and some are already standing in line!). If you do want another night, let us know about that as well.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SUMMER FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES - HOT DOG SALE
During the parade on August 7th, Troop 14 will be holding a Hot Dog Sale outside of the Grand Haven Elks. Scouts, parents, and siblings age 13 and up are invited to help out. For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
FAMILY CAMPOUT: AUGUST 20-22 @ CAMP OWASSIPPI
When: August 20th-22nd
Where: Camp Owassippi in Blue Lake Township (near Camp Gerber)
Who: Scouts, parents, and siblings
Cost: $15 (age 3 and under are free)
The cost includes the campsite, all food, swimming (pool & lake), canoeing and fishing!
The scouts will be in charge of a community mess: they'll do ALL the cooking AND cleaning for us.
Please note that we will be TENT CAMPING. If you do not have a tent, contact the Scoutmaster regarding borrowing one from the troop.
Scouts may attend without their family, but they are not able to share a tent with an unrelated adult.
For more information, contact the Communications Chair.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SUMMER NEWSLETTER UPDATE
If you have Eagle Scout project announcement, news or an update that you want to share with the scouts, parent committee or leadership council, newsletters will now go out every Monday through June and every other Monday starting with the July 4th newsletter. If you have information that needs to be sent out, please send all announcements to the Communications Chair by 6pm on Sunday night.
Eagle Scout Project Announcements: Scouts and parents should have at least 10 days notice before the event. Send details about your request (date, place, time, things you need people, etc) to the Communications Chair.
Remember, these announcements must have the Scoutmaster's approval before they are announced. You MUST CC: your message to the Scoutmasters and your parents/guardians.
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