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.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
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.
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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.
Monday, May 30, 2011
ALERT: CYCLING MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS - Contact Mr. Hagen
If you signed up for earning the Cycling merit badge, please see the email newsletter immediately. The sign-up sheet has been misplaced.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE at 9:30am TOMORROW
We will be marching in the Memorial Day parade. All Scouts not already marching with band or other groups in the parade that day are required to march with the scouts.
We will be meeting at the parking lot of Dollar General at 9:30am on Monday, May 30th.
Scouts AND leaders will march in the parade to Central Park, where they will have cookies and punch served.
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TROOP ELECTIONS - THIS WEEK
Leadership roles are required for advancement; plus, these roles are a GREAT way for your son to participate and mature in scouting.
Tuesday, May 31st Elections will be held for:
Sr. Patrol Leader (1 year term)
Assistant Patrol Leader (1 year term)
Patrol Leaders: (6 month term)
Quartermaster: (1 year term)
Scribe (6 months)
Troop Librarian (1 year)
Troop Historian - Media ( 6 month)
Den Chief: (1 year)
Webmaster: (1 year)
High Adventure Coordinator: (1 year)
Duties of each leadership role will be posted at the meeting. The following role requirements have been amended:
Scribe:Additional requirement: Pass out materials as directed by adult leadership. Provide a monthly copy of attendance (both meeting AND camp outs/events) to Scoutmaster at Scoutmaster Conference meeting.
Troop Historian: Additional requirement: Court of Honor program
Webmaster: Changes: minimum 1 completed year in scouting; Must have appropriate skills and experience. Parent mentor required; See Scoutmaster for questions.
High Adventure Coordinator: Minimum 1 completed year in scouting; High adventure involving at least 50 miles of backpacking and May Hike or equivalent experience. Parent mentor required;
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HELP NEEDED! FOOD COLLECTION ON MAY 31ST
A Troop 14 family shared a story in our last Monday newsletter about an unemployed family that is struggling with cancer and unemployment. The troop is trying to gather canned goods for their family.
UPDATE: This family lives in Muskegon. If anyone is considering a gift card, they shop at Meijer and Walmart. In addition to perishable foods, we have found out that meat and frozen foods will be accepted (Thanks to those that had us check on this!).
This is what “Duty to Others” in action looks like. Please help us help them.
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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd …....Meal Catered via Chef in a Box
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 that date. There will be a sign-up sheet again at next week's meeting. To sign up, please see the emailed newsletter.
NOTE: 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. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike. We'd like this to be resolved before our last meeting.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please 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.
Windsor McCay Day on June 14th
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.
It's from 9:45am-12:00pm and it's an easy opportunity to earn some services hours.
To sign up, please see the emailed newsletter.
Not only is community service required for advancement, it is good for both the volunteer and the community!
------------------------------------------
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, please 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, please see the emailed newsletter.
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Congratulations to 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.
If you signed up for earning the Cycling merit badge, please see the email newsletter immediately. The sign-up sheet has been misplaced.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE at 9:30am TOMORROW
We will be marching in the Memorial Day parade. All Scouts not already marching with band or other groups in the parade that day are required to march with the scouts.
We will be meeting at the parking lot of Dollar General at 9:30am on Monday, May 30th.
Scouts AND leaders will march in the parade to Central Park, where they will have cookies and punch served.
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TROOP ELECTIONS - THIS WEEK
Leadership roles are required for advancement; plus, these roles are a GREAT way for your son to participate and mature in scouting.
Tuesday, May 31st Elections will be held for:
Sr. Patrol Leader (1 year term)
Assistant Patrol Leader (1 year term)
Patrol Leaders: (6 month term)
Quartermaster: (1 year term)
Scribe (6 months)
Troop Librarian (1 year)
Troop Historian - Media ( 6 month)
Den Chief: (1 year)
Webmaster: (1 year)
High Adventure Coordinator: (1 year)
Duties of each leadership role will be posted at the meeting. The following role requirements have been amended:
Scribe:Additional requirement: Pass out materials as directed by adult leadership. Provide a monthly copy of attendance (both meeting AND camp outs/events) to Scoutmaster at Scoutmaster Conference meeting.
Troop Historian: Additional requirement: Court of Honor program
Webmaster: Changes: minimum 1 completed year in scouting; Must have appropriate skills and experience. Parent mentor required; See Scoutmaster for questions.
High Adventure Coordinator: Minimum 1 completed year in scouting; High adventure involving at least 50 miles of backpacking and May Hike or equivalent experience. Parent mentor required;
_________________________
HELP NEEDED! FOOD COLLECTION ON MAY 31ST
A Troop 14 family shared a story in our last Monday newsletter about an unemployed family that is struggling with cancer and unemployment. The troop is trying to gather canned goods for their family.
UPDATE: This family lives in Muskegon. If anyone is considering a gift card, they shop at Meijer and Walmart. In addition to perishable foods, we have found out that meat and frozen foods will be accepted (Thanks to those that had us check on this!).
This is what “Duty to Others” in action looks like. Please help us help them.
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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd …....Meal Catered via Chef in a Box
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 that date. There will be a sign-up sheet again at next week's meeting. To sign up, please see the emailed newsletter.
NOTE: 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. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike. We'd like this to be resolved before our last meeting.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please 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.
Windsor McCay Day on June 14th
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.
It's from 9:45am-12:00pm and it's an easy opportunity to earn some services hours.
To sign up, please 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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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, please 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, please see the emailed newsletter.
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Congratulations to 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.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Midweek Update for Thursday, May 26th
INDY 500: CANCELLED
Our annual outing to the Indy 500 is cancelled this year. Please see the email newsletter, if you have any questions.
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ALERT: CYCLING MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS
If you signed up for earning the Cycling merit badge, the sign-up sheet has been misplaced. Please see the email newsletter.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
We will be marching in the Memorial Day parade. All Scouts not already marching with band or other groups in the parade that day are required to march with the scouts.
We will be meeting at the parking lot of Dollar General at 9 am on Monday, May 30th.
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HELP NEEDED! FOOD COLLECTION ON MAY 31ST
Through a friend of ours, we recently learned that a woman at his church has some very serious needs.
She has cancer and has been in and out of remission for the last few years. She is in the hospital and was scheduled for a critical operation this week but she recently had a stroke that may jeopardize the operation.
Recently, she lost her job due to her health and does not have an income at this time. She has 3 daughters between the ages of 13 and 16.
When asked what could be done to help her out, her pastor said that they could use help with food for the children.
We are asking that everybody please bring in a couple of non-perishable foods that we can send to her family to our final troop meeting next week. Wouldn’t it be great to take a pick-up truck full of food to these girls so that their mom doesn’t have to worry about how she will afford to feed them while she’s in the hospital?
This is what “Duty to Others” in action looks like. Please help us help them.
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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd
RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner by Friday, June 3. If you are going to the dinner, you absolutely must RSVP by that date. See the email newsletter for more information.
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STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike. We'd like this to be resolved before our last meeting.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremony
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake
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Community Service Opportunity!
Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
Help staff the children’s build-a-boat area
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm
See the email newsletter for more information.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
We need 7 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.
It's from 9:45am-12:00pm and it's an easy opportunity to earn some services hours.
Please help out the library - they have been great to us with letting us use their meeting rooms for free. Let's give back to them for helping us out!
See the email newsletter for more information.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
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. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far. See the email newsletter for more information on how to join.
------------------------------------------
Need to Add an Item to the Newsletter?
The newsletter now has an easy-to-use form. See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
What do YOU think of the newsletter?
Love the newsletter? Hate it? We've already had a few responses and it's clear that the newsletter is going to change. Make your voice heard! See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Newsletter Updates
The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of June 5th (note new date). As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.
Our annual outing to the Indy 500 is cancelled this year. Please see the email newsletter, if you have any questions.
------------------------------------------
ALERT: CYCLING MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS
If you signed up for earning the Cycling merit badge, the sign-up sheet has been misplaced. Please see the email newsletter.
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MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
We will be marching in the Memorial Day parade. All Scouts not already marching with band or other groups in the parade that day are required to march with the scouts.
We will be meeting at the parking lot of Dollar General at 9 am on Monday, May 30th.
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HELP NEEDED! FOOD COLLECTION ON MAY 31ST
Through a friend of ours, we recently learned that a woman at his church has some very serious needs.
She has cancer and has been in and out of remission for the last few years. She is in the hospital and was scheduled for a critical operation this week but she recently had a stroke that may jeopardize the operation.
Recently, she lost her job due to her health and does not have an income at this time. She has 3 daughters between the ages of 13 and 16.
When asked what could be done to help her out, her pastor said that they could use help with food for the children.
We are asking that everybody please bring in a couple of non-perishable foods that we can send to her family to our final troop meeting next week. Wouldn’t it be great to take a pick-up truck full of food to these girls so that their mom doesn’t have to worry about how she will afford to feed them while she’s in the hospital?
This is what “Duty to Others” in action looks like. Please help us help them.
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Camp Gerber Dinner - RSVP JUNE 3rd
RSVP for the Camp Gerber dinner by Friday, June 3. If you are going to the dinner, you absolutely must RSVP by that date. See the email newsletter for more information.
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STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike. We'd like this to be resolved before our last meeting.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremony
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake
------------------------------------------
Community Service Opportunity!
Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
Help staff the children’s build-a-boat area
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
We need 7 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.
It's from 9:45am-12:00pm and it's an easy opportunity to earn some services hours.
Please help out the library - they have been great to us with letting us use their meeting rooms for free. Let's give back to them for helping us out!
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
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. See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far. See the email newsletter for more information on how to join.
------------------------------------------
Need to Add an Item to the Newsletter?
The newsletter now has an easy-to-use form. See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
What do YOU think of the newsletter?
Love the newsletter? Hate it? We've already had a few responses and it's clear that the newsletter is going to change. Make your voice heard! See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Newsletter Updates
The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of June 5th (note new date). As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, May 23rd
STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the email newsletter for details.
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Next Troop Meeting: Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
Who: Scouts and Family members
We will be placing flags on the graves of veterans.
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Board of Reviews will also be held again this evening.
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NOTICE: Indy 500 Trip is in jeopardy of being canceled!
The Indy 500 Trip is May 28-29th. This is a great weekend trip!
Sign-up numbers are way down this year. If 20 more people do not sign up by Tuesday, May 24th, this event will be called off.
For more information, please see the email newsletter for details.
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Travel Shirts - Now Available
If you’re going to the Indy Trip or High Adventure, it’s recommended that you have one of our red travel shirts. You can place your orders. Please see the email newsletter for details.
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Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far and to those who posted May Hike pictures.
See the email newsletter for details on how to join.
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Found Item
A blue with white striped hoodie was left in the Holmes gym at the last meeting. Please see the email newsletter for details.
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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, please see the email newsletter for details.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake
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Community Service Opportunity! Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
Scouts are needed to help staff the children’s build-a-boat area.
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm
Please see the email newsletter for details.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is $5.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, please see the email newsletter for details.
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Newsletter Updates
The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of June 11th. As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the email newsletter for details.
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Next Troop Meeting: Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
Who: Scouts and Family members
We will be placing flags on the graves of veterans.
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Board of Reviews will also be held again this evening.
----------------------------------------------
NOTICE: Indy 500 Trip is in jeopardy of being canceled!
The Indy 500 Trip is May 28-29th. This is a great weekend trip!
Sign-up numbers are way down this year. If 20 more people do not sign up by Tuesday, May 24th, this event will be called off.
For more information, please see the email newsletter for details.
------------------------------------------
Travel Shirts - Now Available
If you’re going to the Indy Trip or High Adventure, it’s recommended that you have one of our red travel shirts. You can place your orders. Please see the email newsletter for details.
------------------------------------------
Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far and to those who posted May Hike pictures.
See the email newsletter for details on how to join.
------------------------------------------
Found Item
A blue with white striped hoodie was left in the Holmes gym at the last meeting. Please see the email newsletter for details.
------------------------------------------
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, please see the email newsletter for details.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake
------------------------------------------
Community Service Opportunity! Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
Scouts are needed to help staff the children’s build-a-boat area.
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm
Please see the email newsletter for details.
------------------------------------------
Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is $5.
------------------------------------------
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, please see the email newsletter for details.
------------------------------------------
Newsletter Updates
The newsletter will move to once a week updates as of June 11th. As of July 17th, the updates will be bi-weekly.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Midweek Update for May 19th
STILL MISSING TENTS
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Next Troop Meeting: Flags on the Graves of the Veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
Who: Scouts and Family members
We will be placing flags on the graves of veterans.
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Board of Reviews will also be held again this evening.
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NOTICE: Indy 500 Trip is in jeopardy of being canceled!
The Indy 500 Trip is May 28-29th. This is a great weekend trip!
Sign-up numbers are way down this year. If 20 more people do not sign up by Tuesday, May 24th, this event will be called off.
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Travel Shirts - Now Available
If you’re going to the Indy Trip or High Adventure, it’s recommended that you have one of our red travel shirts. See the email newsletter for more information on how to order one.
------------------------------------------
Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far and has posted May Hike pictures.
New members - You can join by searching for Gerald Ford Troop and adding him as a friend.
Existing members - Please continue to add friends from your Friend list if they are part of Troop 14. All you need to do is click 'Add Friends to Group' under the Members section on the right side of the screen.
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Found Item
A blue with white striped hoodie was left in the Holmes gym at the last meeting. See the email newsletter for more information.
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Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
-----------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake
------------------------------------------
Community Service Opportunity! Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
Scouts are needed to help staff the children’s build-a-boat area.
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm
See the email newsletter for more information or sign-up at the next meeting.
------------------------------------------
Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is $5.
------------------------------------------
Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, see the email newsletter for more information.
We are still missing tents from before the May Hike. A cash reward is being offered (by the Communication Chair) for the return of all tents that were missing before the May Hike.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Next Troop Meeting: Flags on the Graves of the Veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
Who: Scouts and Family members
We will be placing flags on the graves of veterans.
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Board of Reviews will also be held again this evening.
----------------------------------------------
NOTICE: Indy 500 Trip is in jeopardy of being canceled!
The Indy 500 Trip is May 28-29th. This is a great weekend trip!
Sign-up numbers are way down this year. If 20 more people do not sign up by Tuesday, May 24th, this event will be called off.
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Travel Shirts - Now Available
If you’re going to the Indy Trip or High Adventure, it’s recommended that you have one of our red travel shirts. See the email newsletter for more information on how to order one.
------------------------------------------
Remember: Join the Troop 14 Facebook Page
Thanks to everyone who's added members of the troop to the group so far and has posted May Hike pictures.
New members - You can join by searching for Gerald Ford Troop and adding him as a friend.
Existing members - Please continue to add friends from your Friend list if they are part of Troop 14. All you need to do is click 'Add Friends to Group' under the Members section on the right side of the screen.
------------------------------------------
Found Item
A blue with white striped hoodie was left in the Holmes gym at the last meeting. See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
Looking for Donation: A Camper or Fifth Wheel
WYLD/Haunted Hall is looking for a camper or a fifth-wheel as a portable sound/equipment room for Haunted Hall. This is a really good donation/tax write-off opportunity: as we plan on using the vehicle, you can write off a higher value than if you were normally donating it.
See the email newsletter for more information.
------------------------------------------
WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
-----------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake
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Community Service Opportunity! Spring Lake Wooden Boat Show on June 4th at Keenan Marina
Scouts are needed to help staff the children’s build-a-boat area.
Two shifts available: 8am-noon and 11:30-3:30 pm
See the email newsletter for more information or sign-up at the next meeting.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is $5.
------------------------------------------
Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping. If you have any questions, see the email newsletter for more information.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, May 16th
Next Meeting: May 17th @ Holmes Elementary
Thank You May Hike Parents
A THANK YOU goes out to all of the parents who braved the cool, rainy weather to make this year’s hike a big success.
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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our Eagle candidates will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings. See the newsletter to arrange a collection time.
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Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday. See the newsletter for more information.
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Troop 14 Now Has a Facebook Page
We invite you to join the Troop 14 Spring Lake group page on Facebook. A few of you have already noticed that it went online this evening.This FB group is where we'll post pictures, one-off updates (such as lost and found items, changes to pick-up or drop-off times, etc.), and other items.
The Group page will only be visible and available to scouts, parents, and volunteers until June 1st. After that date, the security changes will be set to hide the group from the larger Facebook community.
If you have any questions about this, please contact the Communications Chair.
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
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Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
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Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Barber School. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
We need several scouts to help out on Tuesday June 14 from 9:45-12:00 pm at the Spring Lake Library. The boys will be helping out with carnival games and handing out prizes for Windsor McCay day.
To sign up, see the newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
Thank You May Hike Parents
A THANK YOU goes out to all of the parents who braved the cool, rainy weather to make this year’s hike a big success.
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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our Eagle candidates will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings. See the newsletter to arrange a collection time.
------------------------------------------
Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday. See the newsletter for more information.
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Troop 14 Now Has a Facebook Page
We invite you to join the Troop 14 Spring Lake group page on Facebook. A few of you have already noticed that it went online this evening.This FB group is where we'll post pictures, one-off updates (such as lost and found items, changes to pick-up or drop-off times, etc.), and other items.
The Group page will only be visible and available to scouts, parents, and volunteers until June 1st. After that date, the security changes will be set to hide the group from the larger Facebook community.
If you have any questions about this, please contact the Communications Chair.
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
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Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
------------------------------------------
Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Barber School. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
------------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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Volunteer Opportunity: Windsor McCay Day
We need several scouts to help out on Tuesday June 14 from 9:45-12:00 pm at the Spring Lake Library. The boys will be helping out with carnival games and handing out prizes for Windsor McCay day.
To sign up, see the newsletter.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
------------------------------------------
Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Midweek Update for May 12th
MAY HIKE DROP-OFF - THIS FRIDAY
Drop-off for scouts going
This Friday, May 13th
Meet 5:30pm @ Holmes School
Scouts need permission slips and medical forms. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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NIGHT HIKE CANCELED?
If you are planning on doing the night hike (20 mile), please contact the Scoutmaster. We currently only have two Scouts signed up for this hike. If we don't have any more, we will have to cancel the 20 mile night hike.
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PLEASE BRING TENTS TO MAY HIKE
We are up to 50 people on the May Hike and considering that we are missing tents from Troop trailer, we are asking everyone to bring their own tent, if possible.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, see the emailed newsletter for more information to make other arrangements.
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MAY HIKE PERMISSION SLIPS
We also MUST have a completed health form parts A & B and a permission slip for both Scouts and Adults.
Scouts also need to have a signed canoe permission slip for May Hike. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
These MUST be turned in no later than Friday 5:30 at Holmes School. At this time, please also have the $60.00 for the cost. We will be collecting all of these at that time.
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HIKING ADULTS: MUST HAVE YOUTH PROTECTION CERTIFICATES
Any adults attending the hike MUST also have taken the Youth Protection provided on Tuesday (or on-line) in addition to Safe Swim Defense and Safe Swim on-line courses. Please print out your certificate and turn it in with your papers for the hike.
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Four to Five-Year Plan for Scouting
On Tuesday, we presented a way for your son to make Eagle over a 4-5 year plan. If you couldn't attend or need another copy, see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kit
First aid and wilderness survival kit instructions are available (see the emailed newsletter). We do have gloves available for these kits at no charge. Disposable CPR masks are available for $2.50 each. There will be kits shown to boys and any parents in attendance at the meeting next week.
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Change for the Grand River Greenway
We are STILL collecting change for Grand River Greenway Segment One! There was some confusion about the project being put on hold; however, Segment ONE is not being put on hold (Segment Two is), and the village is still raising the $175,000 to complete the boardwalk/bike path. Troop 14 has set a goal of raising $100 in loose change. Help us make a difference in our community! Bring change to the May meetings!
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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our scouts will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings or see the emailed newsletter to arrange a pick-up time.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
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Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
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Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
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Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
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Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
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Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday.
Drop-off for scouts going
This Friday, May 13th
Meet 5:30pm @ Holmes School
Scouts need permission slips and medical forms. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
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NIGHT HIKE CANCELED?
If you are planning on doing the night hike (20 mile), please contact the Scoutmaster. We currently only have two Scouts signed up for this hike. If we don't have any more, we will have to cancel the 20 mile night hike.
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PLEASE BRING TENTS TO MAY HIKE
We are up to 50 people on the May Hike and considering that we are missing tents from Troop trailer, we are asking everyone to bring their own tent, if possible.
If you think you may have a tent, PLEASE take a moment to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, see the emailed newsletter for more information to make other arrangements.
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MAY HIKE PERMISSION SLIPS
We also MUST have a completed health form parts A & B and a permission slip for both Scouts and Adults.
Scouts also need to have a signed canoe permission slip for May Hike. See the emailed newsletter for more information.
These MUST be turned in no later than Friday 5:30 at Holmes School. At this time, please also have the $60.00 for the cost. We will be collecting all of these at that time.
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HIKING ADULTS: MUST HAVE YOUTH PROTECTION CERTIFICATES
Any adults attending the hike MUST also have taken the Youth Protection provided on Tuesday (or on-line) in addition to Safe Swim Defense and Safe Swim on-line courses. Please print out your certificate and turn it in with your papers for the hike.
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Four to Five-Year Plan for Scouting
On Tuesday, we presented a way for your son to make Eagle over a 4-5 year plan. If you couldn't attend or need another copy, see the emailed newsletter for more information.
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First Aid and Wilderness Survival Kit
First aid and wilderness survival kit instructions are available (see the emailed newsletter). We do have gloves available for these kits at no charge. Disposable CPR masks are available for $2.50 each. There will be kits shown to boys and any parents in attendance at the meeting next week.
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Change for the Grand River Greenway
We are STILL collecting change for Grand River Greenway Segment One! There was some confusion about the project being put on hold; however, Segment ONE is not being put on hold (Segment Two is), and the village is still raising the $175,000 to complete the boardwalk/bike path. Troop 14 has set a goal of raising $100 in loose change. Help us make a difference in our community! Bring change to the May meetings!
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Bring in Your Returnable Bottles and Cans
One of our scouts will be collecting bottles and cans to raise money for his upcoming Eagle project. You can bring them to the meetings or see the emailed newsletter to arrange a pick-up time.
-----------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
------------------------------------------
Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
------------------------------------------
Flags on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
------------------------------------------
Haunted Hall Meeting
Our next Haunted Hall Meeting will be Wed. May 25th 6:30 to 8:30 at Barber school. All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend.
------------------------------------------
Camp Gerber Dinner
Sign up for the family dinner at Camp Gerber at the next scout meeting. The dinner will be on Wednesday, June 22nd. The cost is TBA.
------------------------------------------
Family Camp Out
Just like last year, parents and scouts will be up at Camp Owassippee on August 19th-21th. Camping will be $15.00 per person and it is only tent camping.
------------------------------------------
Treasurer Notes
All monies for Summer Camp and High Adventure are due on Tuesday.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Troop 14 Midweek Update - Early Edition
Next Meeting - Tuesday, May 10th @ 7pm @ Spring Lake Library
Please plan on attending a May 10th Parents' meeting. At this meeting, Scout parents will be provided with a suggested "4-5 year plan" for scouting, similar to the 4-year high school plan. This plan will contain suggestions for what badges are developmentally appropriate for each year in scouting, what badges are actually covered in school curriculum, and which badges should be or should not be done at camp.
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MISSING TENTS FOR MAY HIKE - PLEASE HELP!
Troop 14 is missing more than a dozen tents.
May Hike is in less than two weeks and we simply do not have enough tents for the boys who are signed up.
Quartermasters would like to ask you to check your homes to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the emailed newsletter to make other arrangements.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
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Flower Basket Set up (Thursday) and Pick up (Friday)
Thank you to everyone who signed up to unload trucks on Thursday May 5th! Please be at Lakeshore Electric by 4:50pm. We should be all done by 8:30. Be sure to grab something quick for dinner. We won't be grilling hot dogs this year.
When you arrive to pick your order you must check-in. Do not start to fill your order yourself. We will do it for you. We have had problems with this in the past. Thank you for your cooperation with this.
Anyone picking up their flowers on Thursday night has already been notified. We should have your orders ready to go by 8:15-ish. If you arrive earlier, please be patient until we are ready : )
Friday evening pick-up time is 5-7 pm at Lakeshore Electric. To find a map please enter the address: 5200 Short St., Muskegon, MI. Do not search for a map to Lakeshore Electric. Directions: US-31 N to Sternberg Rd. Go east (turn right) on Sternberg, to Airline Rd. Turn left (NW)onto Airline. Go 1/2 mile to Short St. and turn left. Lakeshore Electric is on the right.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
Join us for an exciting event as our Eagles are saluted by a Marine honor guard and speaker Mike Sulgrove, scout executive of the Gerald R. Ford Council.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
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Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
------------------------------------------
Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hotdogs afterwards at Central Park.
Please plan on attending a May 10th Parents' meeting. At this meeting, Scout parents will be provided with a suggested "4-5 year plan" for scouting, similar to the 4-year high school plan. This plan will contain suggestions for what badges are developmentally appropriate for each year in scouting, what badges are actually covered in school curriculum, and which badges should be or should not be done at camp.
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MISSING TENTS FOR MAY HIKE - PLEASE HELP!
Troop 14 is missing more than a dozen tents.
May Hike is in less than two weeks and we simply do not have enough tents for the boys who are signed up.
Quartermasters would like to ask you to check your homes to see if a tent inadvertently came back to you. To return a tent, please see the emailed newsletter to make other arrangements.
------------------------------------------
WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
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Flower Basket Set up (Thursday) and Pick up (Friday)
Thank you to everyone who signed up to unload trucks on Thursday May 5th! Please be at Lakeshore Electric by 4:50pm. We should be all done by 8:30. Be sure to grab something quick for dinner. We won't be grilling hot dogs this year.
When you arrive to pick your order you must check-in. Do not start to fill your order yourself. We will do it for you. We have had problems with this in the past. Thank you for your cooperation with this.
Anyone picking up their flowers on Thursday night has already been notified. We should have your orders ready to go by 8:15-ish. If you arrive earlier, please be patient until we are ready : )
Friday evening pick-up time is 5-7 pm at Lakeshore Electric. To find a map please enter the address: 5200 Short St., Muskegon, MI. Do not search for a map to Lakeshore Electric. Directions: US-31 N to Sternberg Rd. Go east (turn right) on Sternberg, to Airline Rd. Turn left (NW)onto Airline. Go 1/2 mile to Short St. and turn left. Lakeshore Electric is on the right.
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
Join us for an exciting event as our Eagles are saluted by a Marine honor guard and speaker Mike Sulgrove, scout executive of the Gerald R. Ford Council.
Eagle Ceremony
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
------------------------------------------
May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
------------------------------------------
Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
------------------------------------------
Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hotdogs afterwards at Central Park.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Troop 14 Newsletter for Monday, May 2nd
Next Meeting - Tuesday, May 3rd @ 7pm @ Spring Lake Library (Please note new location)
Please note:
Pocket Change Collection for the Grand River Greenway
Scouts and Families, here is your opportunity to contribute to the Grand River Greenway, which is the boardwalk that will eventually run from Mill Point Park to Leonard Street! Please bring in your loose change to our next troop meetings. Even a small amount can make a huge difference in our community!
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Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
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WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
------------------------------------------
May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
------------------------------------------
Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
------------------------------------------
Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
Please note:
- Summer Camp payment of $180 is due on May 4th. If anyone has difficulty submitting all of it at this time, payment arrangements may be made with the Treasurer
- Forms are available online at
http://www.bsagrfc.org/www/things_to_do/camping_info/gerber_forms.asp
Youth need 2 forms:- Annual Health and Medical Record
- State of Michigan Required Authorizations
- Forms are available online at
- Anybody who has any troop equipment (especially TENTS) must return it to the Quartermaster at the next meeting. If you are not able to be at the next meeting, please see the newsletter to make other arrangements.
- Please plan on attending a May 10th Parents meeting. At this meeting, Scout parents will be provided with a suggested "4-5 year plan" for scouting, similar to the 4-year high school plan. This plan will contain suggestions for what badges are developmentally appropriate for each year in scouting, what badges are actually covered in school curriculum, and which badges should be or should not be done at camp.
Pocket Change Collection for the Grand River Greenway
Scouts and Families, here is your opportunity to contribute to the Grand River Greenway, which is the boardwalk that will eventually run from Mill Point Park to Leonard Street! Please bring in your loose change to our next troop meetings. Even a small amount can make a huge difference in our community!
------------------------------------------
Upcoming Eagle Ceremonies
We hope you can plan on attending. This is a great way to show new scouts how all their hard work will eventually pay off.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 7th at 1 pm
Where: St. Mary's Church in SL.
For [see newsletter for scout names]
When: Saturday, May 28th at 3 pm
Where: 15745 Vine St. Spring Lake.
------------------------------------------
WYLD/Haunted Hall Meeting
All Troop 14 parents are invited to attend our next Haunted Hall planning meeting.
When: May 4th at 6:30 pm
Where: Spring Lake Library
Come and see what we’re up to.
Current committee members and regulars: see the email newsletter if you are unable to make it.
------------------------------------------
May Hike – May 13-15th
If you have not signed up for the May Hike and are planning on attending, contact the Scoutmasters before May 3rd by phone or e-mail with T-shirt size, phone number and which hike you will be doing.
The older scouts are invited do an overnight 20-mile hike beginning on Friday evening and ending Saturday afternoon.
Younger scouts will participate in a shorter 10-mile hike along the Manistee River. This will be just a day hike so Scouts will only need a day pack with at least a Nalgene water bottle and mess kit.
All Scouts will camp out Saturday night and canoe down the Manistee River on Sunday. The canoe trip is about four hours putting the Scouts return time at about 5:00p.m. that Sunday evening.
Cost: $60
------------------------------------------
Order of the Arrow: Spring Conclave: May 20-22th
Order of the Arrow scouts are invited to a Spring Conclave. We will be doing service project and having loads of fun.
More details to be announced at this Tuesday’s meeting.
------------------------------------------
Flag’s on the Graves of the Veteran
We will be placing Memorial flags on the graves of veterans
When: May 24th 6pm
Where: Spring Lake Cemetery
There will be hot dogs afterwards at Central Park.
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