Hello Scouts,

Hope everyone had a good time at the holiday party. I know I ate way too many delicious cookies. Thank you to everyone who brought something to share.

Will move straight to the update:

1) No Meeting December 28 or January 4. Have a great holiday break.

2) February 2 – 4: Klondaree. First campout of 2024. This is a district event similar to the Camporee with patrol competitions. Very fun. 

3) Sunday, February 4: Scout Sunday. Scouts should plan to come to the service at Hope to show our reverence and support for the church.

4) We have space in our Northern Tier crews. This is canoeing in Northern Minnesota for a week departing on either July 10 or 13. Please, talk to Mr. Wilcox if you are interested.

5) Philmont: We have been accepted for a trek starting on July 10, 2025. Right now, we only have one trek scheduled but can add another if there is enough interest. If we want to add another crew, we should happen soon as they are already waitlisting treks. If you are at all interested, please let Mr. Wilcox know ASAP.

Thank you all for a great year. Looking forward to more fun and adventures in 2024.

Mr. Wilcox

Hello Scouts,

Great job everyone showing what you can do in Scout Trivia. It was a really close competition, but the Pyromaniacs and Nighthawks tied. I kept the cards, so maybe we’ll make this a tradition.

Next week: Holiday Party! More details below.

On to the update:

1) December 21 – Troop Holiday Party, Gift Exchange, and Cookie Contest at the regular meeting. Scouts should bring a wrapped gift worth less than $20 to exchange. We will also have a cookie contest so bring your best holiday cookie or treat to share.

2) PLC immediately following the meeting on December 21. If you have a leadership position, please plan to attend. 

3) No meeting – December 28 or January 4.

4) Northern Tier – We have open spaces in our Northern Tier crews for trips starting on July 10 or July 13, 2024. This is a BSA high adventure base in Northern Minnesota where you will canoe through the Boundry Waters. It is a great chance to be in nature, catch a lot of fish, and bond with your fellow scouts. Scouts must be 14 and First Class to attend. Please let me know if you are interested or would like more information.

5) Philmont 2025 registration is now open. Philmont offers backpacking trips through the mountains of northern New Mexico. In my opinion, this is the pinnacle of scouting, and something that every scout should do as part of their journey. I would like to get spaces reserved soon, so please let me know ASAP if you are interested — no commitment required at this point, just determining how many crews we think we’ll have.

Hope to see everyone next week.

Mr. Wilcox

Hello Scouts,

Great work everyone who was at the meeting tonight creating some really great patrol flags, cheers, and mottos. I’m excited to start incorporating them into meetings.

Next week, Scout Jeopardy. Be there ready to show what you know.

On to the update:

1) December 8 – 10 – Ski Weekend at Copper Mountain – There is still space for anyone who wants to join last minute even if you just want to meet them for the day. Please call or text Mr. Jackson to let him know you’re coming if you haven’t already.

2) December 21 – Troop Holiday Party, Gift Exchange, and Cookie Contest at the regular meeting. Scouts should bring a wrapped gift worth less than $20 to exchange. We will also have a cookie contest so bring your best holiday cookie or treat to share.

3) Northern Tier – We have open spaces in our Northern Tier crews for trips starting on July 10 or July 13, 2024. This is a BSA high adventure base in Northern Minnesota where you will canoe through the Boundry Waters. It is a great chance to be in nature, catch a lot of fish, and bond with your fellow scouts. Scouts must be 14 and First Class to attend. Please let me know if you are interested or would like more information.

4) Philmont 2025 registration is now open. Philmont offers backpacking trips through the mountains of northern New Mexico. In my opinion, this is the pinnacle of scouting, and something that every scout should do as part of their journey. I would like to get spaces reserved soon, so please let me know ASAP if you are interested — no commitment required at this point, just determining how many crews we think we’ll have.

Hope to see everyone next week.

Mr. Wilcox