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ScoutMaster's Minute 1/30/2023

1/31/2023

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Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancements, watched a cold weather camping demonstration from Mr. Walsh, and checked the sleds in the shed.



Advancement
Matthew Svetlev was promoted to Star


Upcoming Events



Mackinac Trip info
Our time at Mackinac is July  15-22, 2023. It is $200 per Scout. Attend an In-person info session, Q&A, Signup: Feb 16 or Feb 21, 2023 7pm at the Church. We could use one or two more adults for this trip.


Feb 10-11, 2023 Klondike Derby
Please see attached packet for details about the planned events, practice the 40 knots and prepare for other challenges (hint: first aid). A permission slip is also attached. Please fill it out and bring money to the meeting on Feb. 6, 2023. If you have questions or can’t make it on the 6th (St. Joe 8th graders’ high school scheduling info night), contact Orrin Lorenz.


Cold weather camping packing info from Mr. Walsh
Bring a sleeping pad to get you up off the ground. But if it is one that has air inside, also bring a blanket to put on top so it doesn't suck away your body heat. He recommended using a low temperature sleeping bag so check the rating. You want the sleeping bag rating to be 20° lower than what you expect to experience for safety. He said that a 20° bag is probably your best bet but can go lower (forecast for this weekend is in the 20’s so pack the beefiest bag and layers!). He recommends using a mummy bag but if you don't have one you can use a regular sleeping bag and maybe put an extra regular sleeping bag inside of it or add extra blankets. Wear a hat and gator to sleep so you don't get cold. Hooded sweatshirts are nice. Bring Long John's and a long sleeve shirt to sleep in that are different from the clothing that you wear during the day. Dirty and wet clothing are not very insulating. Also bring a different thin pair of gloves to sleep in. He recommended bringing hand warmers but not using them directly on your skin. Make sure you wear a shirt between your body and the hand warmer near your chest and clean dry socks on your feet near the one at the bottom of your sleeping bag. Once you wake up, drop the hand warmers into your boots. Keep your boots inside the tent and try to keep them from freezing. Bring an extra pair of boots or shoes in case one pair does get wet and freezes. Don't let yourself get so hot that you sweat and then get yourself wet. Jeans are not a good idea. Synthetic layers are your best friend. Wool can still insulate when wet. Wear lots of layers! Bring your winter coat, snow pants, face mask/scarf/gater and gloves and make sure to pack extra socks, like 5 or 6 pairs. None made of cotton.
 


Feb 12th Scout Sunday
Scouts wear Class A’s and help with the service. Arrive at 9:30am to set up and do some work before the 10:30am service. They will usher, hold doors, welcome guests and help in any other ways requested. Doughnuts!
 


Summer Camp! Need adults or we can't go!
We need to decide quickly what camp to go to this summer and need at least 2 adults to lead it. We can’t sign up without the leaders so tell Bobby Hill or Kurt Sparkman if you want to lead quickly! Here are some dates and prices for camps we are considering. 
D-Bar-A $380 per scout, $175 per adult about 3 hrs away
Session #1 - Scouts BSA Resident Camp
D-bar-A Scout Ranch
Sunday 06-25-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-01-2023 12:00 PM ET
Session #2 - Scouts BSA Resident Camp
D-bar-A Scout Ranch
Sunday 07-09-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-15-2023 12:00 PM ET


Gerber $380 per scout, $175 per adult about 2 hrs away


Session #1
Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 06-25-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-01-2023 12:00 PM ET


Session #2
Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 07-02-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-08-2023 12:00 PM ET


Session #3
Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 07-09-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-15-2023 12:00 PM ET
Session #4


Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 07-16-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-22-2023 12:00 PM ET


Tamarak $335 for Youth, $125 for Leaders about 1 hr away
Scouts BSA Week 1
June 18th – 24th
Scouts BSA Week 2
June 25th – July 1st
Scouts BSA Week 3
July 9th – 15th
Scouts BSA Week 4
July 16th – 22nd



Merit Badge Counselors
Come to the meeting and we will fill out the form with you! Help keep the Troop going!
The troop is in need of merit badge counselors. 
The need is most urgent for the Eagle required badges….
(a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in the World, (e) Communication, (f) Cooking, (g) Personal Fitness, (h) Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving, (i) Environmental Science OR Sustainability, (j) Personal Management, (k) Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling, (l) Camping, and (m) Family Life.
If you are interested in becoming a merit badge counselor look at the options on the list at this link.  Talk to Mr. Sparkman or Mr. Langlois to get the forms to sign up.
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ScoutMaster's Minute 1/23/2023

1/28/2023

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Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancements, practiced knots, played Kahoots to prepare for the Klondike Derby and watched 2 cyber chip presentations. Please attend next Monday for a cold weather camping demonstration from Mr. Walsh.


​Upcoming Events


Pack 623 Pinewood Derby Volunteer Opportunity!
Friday Jan 27, 5-7pm help check in and inspect cars
Saturday Jan 28th, 9-11am help run races and keep kids busy
Wear your Class A’s!


Mackinac Trip info
Our time at Mackinac is July  15-22, 2023. It is $200 per Scout. Attend an In-person info session, Q&A, Signup: Feb 16 or Feb 21, 2023 7pm at the Church. We could use one or two more adults for this trip.



Feb 10-11, 2023
Klondike Derby! Bring trophies from last year to put on your sled to defend your victory! 
 
Feb 12th Scout Sunday
Scouts wear Class A’s and help with the service. Arrive at 9:30am to set up and do some work before the 10:30am service. They will usher, hold doors, welcome guests and help in any other ways requested. Doughnuts!



Summer Camp!
We need to decide quickly what camp to go to this summer and need at least 2 adults to lead it. We can’t sign up without the leaders so tell Bobby Hill or Kurt Sparkman if you want to lead quickly! Here are some dates and prices for camps we are considering. 
D-Bar-A $380 per scout, $175 per adult about 3 hrs away
Session #1 - Scouts BSA Resident Camp
D-bar-A Scout Ranch
Sunday 06-25-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-01-2023 12:00 PM ET
Session #2 - Scouts BSA Resident Camp
D-bar-A Scout Ranch
Sunday 07-09-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-15-2023 12:00 PM ET


 
Gerber $380 per scout, $175 per adult about 2 hrs away
Session #1
Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 06-25-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-01-2023 12:00 PM ET
Session #2
Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 07-02-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-08-2023 12:00 PM ET

Session #3
Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 07-09-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-15-2023 12:00 PM ET
Session #4
Gerber Scout Reservation
Sunday 07-16-2023 12:00 PM ET to
Saturday 07-22-2023 12:00 PM ET

 

Tamarak $335 for Youth, $125 for Leaders about 1 hr away
Scouts BSA Week 1
June 18th – 24th
Scouts BSA Week 2
June 25th – July 1st
Scouts BSA Week 3
July 9th – 15th
Scouts BSA Week 4
July 16th – 22nd

 
Merit Badge Counselors
Come to the meeting and we will fill out the form with you! Help keep the Troop going!
The troop is in need of merit badge counselors. 
The need is most urgent for the Eagle required badges….
(a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in the World, (e) Communication, (f) Cooking, (g) Personal Fitness, (h) Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving, (i) Environmental Science OR Sustainability, (j) Personal Management, (k) Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling, (l) Camping, and (m) Family Life.
If you are interested in becoming a merit badge counselor look at the options on the list at this link.  Talk to Mr. Sparkman or Mr. Langlois to get the forms to sign up.
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ScoutMaster's Minute 1/9/2023

1/20/2023

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Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancements and we had an info meeting about Philmont and Mackinaw trips.
Mackinac Trip info
Our time at Mackinac is July  15-22, 2023. It is $200 per Scout. Attend an In-person info session, Q&A, Signup: Feb 16 or Feb 21, 2023 7pm at the Church. We could use one or two more adults for this trip.

No meeting January 16th. MLK Day

Jan. 23, 2023 Philmont non refundable deposit due.

Philmont
We are going to Philmont 6/18/2024-6/25/2024 with travel before and after these dates. The cost per Scout is $1235 not including travel and hotel costs. The first deposit deadline is $150 by Jan. 23, 2023. 2 adults and at least 6 Scouts are needed by this date. There is a max group size of 12. Scouts must be 14 OR completed 8th grade and at least 13 prior to participation.
In the past, we have driven to Chicago and taken a train to New Mexico, then a shuttle to Philmont arriving a day early, just in case (in the past this cost an additional $463 but may be higher now). Spend 1-2 days at base camp then go on our treks. We will do a service project on the trip and lots of fun activities at staffed and unstaffed camps along 6-12 miles/day hikes with 35-50lb 75L backpacks in a variety of terrain and elevations. You will see beautiful, breathtaking  landscapes, probably some animals (it is a working ranch with cows, bears and little bears (hangry chipmunks that will eat through your pack if you don’t use the bear bags correctly), and cool plant life! Some trees smell awesome, please don’t lick them. This is a trip of a lifetime!
Don’t buy too much gear now as your Scout will grow. Hiking shoes/boots should be bought a few months in advance to break in, but so you don’t outgrow them by Philmont time. Backpacks should be tried on, but again, growth should be considered.
Practice hikes will begin in Fall 2023. We will do several before our trip.
We will do fundraising to help with expenses: parking, tents, car washes, etc. 
Give your deposits to Orrin Lorenz.
 Philmont picture slides

Feb 10-11, 2023
Klondike Derby! Bring trophies from last year to put on your sled to defend your victory! 


Feb 12th Scout Sunday
Scouts wear Class A’s and help with the service. They will usher, hold doors, welcome guests and help in any other ways requested. Donuts!


Merit Badge Counselors
Come to the meeting and we will fill out the form with you! Help keep the Troop going!
The troop is in need of merit badge counselors. 
The need is most urgent for the Eagle required badges….
(a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in the World, (e) Communication, (f) Cooking, (g) Personal Fitness, (h) Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving, (i) Environmental Science OR Sustainability, (j) Personal Management, (k) Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling, (l) Camping, and (m) Family Life.
If you are interested in becoming a merit badge counselor look at the options on the list at this link.  Talk to Mr. Sparkman or Mr. Langlois to get the forms to sign up.
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ScoutMaster's Minute 1/2/2022

1/3/2023

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Happy New Year Scouts! 
​
Several updates from Mr. Lorenz:
Our next troop meeting is January 9th, and Silas tells me there is a PLC the following evening January 10th.  In the meantime several additional timely updates I wanted to get out: 

Climb Kalamazoo - 
  We have passed the minimum number signed up, but plenty of spots are open if you're looking for something fun and unique to do yet this week!  We have two adults (Orrin Lorenz, Cory Peek) bravely volunteering - more adults welcome (free), and more drivers needed. 
Sign-up:  Find Link Online
Current attendees: 
Colin P.
Reuben L.
Ian M.
Josh M.
Landynn P.
Levi L.
Emmet L.
John N.
Silas L.
Thompson I.
Theodore G.
Orrin L.
Cory P.
Questions: Contact Mr. Lorenz by email or phone.
Mackinaw 2023
  • This will be our 61st year!  A really unique, fun, service and development camp... on the Island!
  • We just received our Camp dates! July 15-22 2023, $200
  • Info and sign-up options: Feb 16th or Feb 21st at the church, 7pm
Philmont 2024 Scout and Parents meeting

    We have received a Philmont slot for an amazing wilderness hiking experience June 18-25, 2024.  Planning starts NOW!  By the end of January we need to submit a downpayment to hold our dates.  A  lot of scouts showed interest, but considering we are asking for commitments 18 months out, and the higher costs associated with this big a trip, We will have a Scout & PARENT meeting Monday January 9th after the troop meeting opening ceremony for those that are interested.  What a fun-filled start to 2023!

-Orrin

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ScoutMaster's Minute 12/5/2022

12/7/2022

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Meeting Activities:

Scouts worked on advancements, made patrol yells and designed flags. New patrols’ lists are attached. Patrols selected names: Silverbacks and Mugwumps.

Upcoming Events:

Dec 12, 2022 6:30-9pm
Dodge Ball at the St. Joseph High School Gym. 
We will eat first in the entryway to the gym at 6:30 then start playing at 7. Dodgeball tournament 7-8, and open dodgeball 8-9. Patrol 1 Silverbacks brings  drinks, Patrol 2 Mugwumps brings snacks (chips, fruit) or desserts.

Jan 5-6, 2023 
Let Silas know if you are interested in joining this climbing overnight in Kalamazoo. Cost will be around $60ish per scout. Adults up are free up until the noted ratio, then $55. Please see the link below for details. Sign up online.
https://www.climbkalamazoo.com/youth#ScoutsBSA

Jan. 30, 2023 Philmont
We are going to Philmont 6/18/2024-6/25/2024 with travel before and after these dates. The cost per Scout is $1235 not including travel and hotel costs. The first deposit deadline is $150 by Jan. 30, 2023. 2 adults and at least 6 Scouts are needed by this date. There is a max group size of 12.  Philmont picture slides

Feb 10-11, 2023
Klondike Derby! Bring trophies from last year to put on your sled to defend your victory! 

Merit Badge Counselors
Come to the meeting and we will fill out the form with you! Help keep the Troop going!
The troop is in need of merit badge counselors. 
The need is most urgent for the Eagle required badges….
(a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in the World, (e) Communication, (f) Cooking, (g) Personal Fitness, (h) Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving, (i) Environmental Science OR Sustainability, (j) Personal Management, (k) Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling, (l) Camping, and (m) Family Life.
If you are interested in becoming a merit badge counselor look at the options on the list at this link.  Talk to Mr. Sparkman or Mr. Langlois to get the forms to sign up.

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ScoutMaster's Minute 11/28/2022

12/4/2022

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Meeting Activities

Scouts worked on advancements, had elections and designed flags. New patrols’ lists are attached.
Patrol leaders were elected. Congratulations Emmet and Levi! Patrols selected names: Silverbacks and Mugwumps.

​Upcoming Events
​

Dec 3, 2022
Fishing Charter! This one will be more serious about the fishing and they filet your catch for you! Work on your fishing badge with this trip. Tell Bobby Hill if interested. 

Dec 6, 2022
PLC meeting 5:30pm at the church

Dec 12, 2022 6pm
Dodge Ball at the St. Joseph High School Gym. Patrol 1 brings drinks, Patrol 2 brings snacks (chips, fruit) or desserts.

Jan 5-6, 2023 
Let Silas know if you are interested in joining this climbing overnight in Kalamazoo. Cost will be around $60ish per scout. Adults up are free up until the noted ratio, then $55. Please see the link below for details. Sign up online. (Also people 13 and older can work on the climbing merit badge during the event.)
https://www.climbkalamazoo.com/youth#ScoutsBSA
Check your email or ask someone else to send you the link to sign up.

Feb 10-11, 2023
Klondike Derby! Bring trophies from last year to put on your sled to defend your victory!

Philmont
We are going to Philmont in 2024. It is a super fun experience and we hope you try it.
Must be committed to going by January. More info soon. Philmont picture slides
 
Merit Badge Counselors
Come to the meeting and we will fill out the form with you! Help keep the Troop going!
The troop is in need of merit badge counselors. 
The need is most urgent for the Eagle required badges….
(a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in the World, (e) Communication, (f) Cooking, (g) Personal Fitness, (h) Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving, (i) Environmental Science OR Sustainability, (j) Personal Management, (k) Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling, (l) Camping, and (m) Family Life.
If you are interested in becoming a merit badge counselor look at the options on the list at this link.  Talk to Mr. Sparkman or Mr. Langlois to get the forms to sign up.
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ScoutMaster's Minute 11/21/2022

12/4/2022

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Meeting Activities

Scouts worked on advancements and played a game. New patrols’ lists are attached.

Advancements

Colton Smith was promoted to Tenderfoot then 2nd Class

Upcoming Events

Dec 3, 2022
Fishing Charter! This one will be more serious about the fishing and they filet your catch for you! Work on your fishing badge with this trip. Tell Bobby Hill if interested. 

Dec 6, 2022
PLC meeting 5:30pm at the Church


Dec 12, 2022 
Dodge Ball at the St. Joseph High School Gym

Jan 5-6, 2023 
Let Silas know if you are interested in joining this climbing overnight in Kalamazoo. Cost will be around $60ish per scout. Adults up are free up until the noted ratio, then $55. Please see the link below for details.
https://www.climbkalamazoo.com/youth#ScoutsBSA

Feb 10-11, 2023
Klondike Derby! Bring trophies from last year to put on your sled to defend your victory!
 

Merit Badge Counselors
Come to the meeting and we will fill out the form with you! Help keep the Troop going!
The troop is in need of merit badge counselors. 
The need is most urgent for the Eagle required badges….
(a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in the World, (e) Communication, (f) Cooking, (g) Personal Fitness, (h) Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving, (i) Environmental Science OR Sustainability, (j) Personal Management, (k) Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling, (l) Camping, and (m) Family Life.
If you are interested in becoming a merit badge counselor look at the options on the list at this link.  Talk to Mr. Sparkman or Mr. Langlois to get the forms to sign up.​
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ScoutMaster's Minute 11/14/2022

11/15/2022

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Meeting Activities

Scouts worked on advancements, planned for the Thanksgiving Feast, and separated Veterans Day flags from poles for retirement. 

Upcoming Events

Nov 18-20, 2022
Thanksgiving Feast Weekend at the Church! Scouts arrive Friday at 5pm to set up camp and have a cracker barrel. Cub Scouts will join us on Saturday for activities. Feast on Saturday at 6pm followed by Court of Honor and Flag Retirement Ceremony. Scouts should be done and ready for pickup by 10am Sunday.

Scouts should bring their Class A’s, partial badge worksheets, blue cards, and books (in a large zip lock bag) to work on requirements. Please check the cold weather camping packing info in your Scout book and pack accordingly. Bring a mess kit and a day bag to carry your essentials. Some activities will be outside and inside so bring layers. Keep an eye on the weather and pack accordingly. 

Cold weather camping packing info from Mr. Walsh (repeat from last year)
Bring a sleeping pad to get you up off the ground. But if it is one that has air inside, also bring a blanket to put on top so it doesn't suck away your body heat. He recommended using a low temperature sleeping bag so check the rating. You want the sleeping bag rating to be 20° lower than what you expect to experience for safety. He said that a 20° bag is probably your best bet but can go lower (forecast for this weekend is in the 20’s so pack the beefiest bag and layers!). He recommends using a mummy bag but if you don't have one you can use a regular sleeping bag and maybe put an extra regular sleeping bag inside of it or add extra blankets. Wear a hat to sleep so you don't get cold. Hooded sweatshirts are nice. Bring Long John's and a long sleeve shirt to sleep in that are different from the clothing that you wear during the day. Dirty and wet clothing are not very insulating. Also bring a different thin pair of gloves to sleep in. He recommended bringing hand warmers but not using them directly on your skin. Make sure you wear a shirt between your body and the hand warmer near your chest and clean dry socks on your feet near the one at the bottom of your sleeping bag. Once you wake up, drop the hand warmers into your boots. Keep your boots inside the tent and try to keep them from freezing. Bring an extra pair of boots or shoes in case one pair does get wet and freezes. Don't let yourself get so hot that you sweat and then get yourself wet. Jeans are not a good idea. Synthetic layers are your best friend. Wool can still insulate when wet. Wear lots of layers! Bring your winter coat, snow pants, face mask/scarf/gater and gloves and make sure to pack extra socks, like 5 or 6 pairs. None made of cotton.


Dec 3, 2022
Fishing Charter! This one will be more serious about the fishing and they filet your catch for you! Work on your fishing badge with this trip. Tell Bobby Hill if interested. 


Feb 10-11, 2023
Klondike Derby! Bring trophies from last year to put on your sled to defend your victory!

Mon, Nov 21, 2022 Dues info from Mr. Lorenz
2023 Dues: I am attaching an infographic that attempts to explain costs.   Bottom line is $135 for scouts, ($3 increase from last year), $57 for adults.  $15 additional for Scout Life Magazine.  This money all goes to national and council organizations and pays primarily for curriculum & insurance.  For 2023, thanks to adults and youth work on fundraising, generous community donations, and support from the church,  there is no additional local fee for 623 participants on top of National and Council costs.  Scholarships are available if Cost is the primary factor to involvement. 


Use of Scout Accounts: Orrin has sent out a chart of names I have (probably not 100% accurate yet - if your name is missing just let me know), their 2023 dues, and a calculation of additional money owed IF they want to use their scout account to the fullest to pay dues.  Quick reminder: Scout Accounts are money tagged for use by scouts, the amount based on the amount of work put into fundraising help.  


Payment: I will ask for payment at the next scout meeting - Nov 14h.  Dues can be paid with a check to Troop 623, cash, or credit card (additional fee) if someone desires.  We will also need to know if the scouts want to pay for and receive the Scout Life Magazine, and then their dues total will be adjusted.  


Any further Dues questions can be sent to me.


Thank you,
-Orrin
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ScoutMaster's Minute 11/9/2022

11/13/2022

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Meeting Activities

Scouts worked on advancements, voted on new Troop positions, and played a game. Results of elections will be revealed at the Thanksgiving Feast.


Advancements

Blake Bacon was promoted to Star
Cydney Bacon was promoted to Star


Upcoming Events

Brandon’s Eagle Scout Project Part 2!
Sat, Nov 11, 2022  
10:30am Meet at the church to rake 2 lawns for the elderly. Food and water provided!
Sunday Nov 12, 2022
1pm Meet at the Church to rake around the Church. Food and water Provided!


Sat, Nov 11, 2022
Collect flags from Riverview Park Cemetery and downtown St. Joseph Cemetery. Meet at church at 1pm. Parents needed to drive. Service hours will be earned. Please bring rakes, trash bags, and gloves.


Mon, Nov 14, 2022 Dues info from Mr. Lorenz

​2023 Dues
: I am attaching an infographic that attempts to explain costs.   Bottom line is $135 for scouts, ($3 increase from last year), $57 for adults.  $15 additional for Scout Life Magazine.  This money all goes to national and council organizations and pays primarily for curriculum & insurance.  For 2023, thanks to adults and youth work on fundraising, generous community donations, and support from the church,  there is no additional local fee for 623 participants on top of National and Council costs.  Scholarships are available if Cost is the primary factor to involvement. 


Use of Scout Accounts: 

Below is a chart of names I have (probably not 100% accurate yet - if your name is missing just let me know), their 2023 dues, and a calculation of additional money owed IF they want to use their scout account to the fullest to pay dues.  Quick reminder: Scout Accounts are money tagged for use by scouts, the amount based on the amount of work put into fundraising help.  



Payment:
​

I will ask for payment at the next scout meeting -
Nov 14h.  Dues can be paid with a check to Troop 623, cash, or credit card (additional fee) if someone desires.  We will also need to know if the scouts want to pay for and receive the Scout Life Magazine, and then their dues total will be adjusted.  


Any further Dues questions can be sent to me.


Thank you,
-Orrin
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ScoutMaster's Minute 10/25/2022

10/26/2022

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Meeting Activities

The Scouts had pizza and snacks. They played several games and had a costume contest: won by Reuben Lorenz. Scouts did a guess the number of candy corn in the jar:  won by Colin Peek.  We watched Hotel Transylvania 2 and had a great time! No meeting on Halloween! Have a great night! We will see you the following Monday for elections.

Treasury announcement: Scouts can use Scout Accounts to pay for gear, events, camps, and dues. Dues will be collected next month!
Volunteer Opportunity with Scout Pack 623: Scouts can be a Den Chief! Meetings are at Lincoln Elementary. Many are at 6:30pm on the 1st and 2nd week of each month. Contact Ben Rimes for specific dates for different age ranges.
 
Upcoming Events
​

 Oct 29, 2022 9-11am
Park clean up at Howard Trail. Rain Date Nov 5. Meet at the Lions Beach Parking lot ($7 parking fee?)
 
Monday, Oct 31st, Halloween!
No regular meeting. Have a great night!
 
Nov 7, 2022
Troop Elections! Results will be given at the Thanksgiving Feast.
 
Nov 11, 2022 
Collect flags from Riverview Park Cemetery and downtown St. Joseph Cemetery. Details TBA
 
Nov 18-20, 2022
Thanksgiving Feast Weekend at the Church! Feast on Saturday. Details TBD
 
Dec 3, 2022
Fishing Charter! This one will be more serious about the fishing and they filet your catch for you! Work on your fishing badge with this trip. Tell Bobby Hill if interested. 
 
Feb 10-11, 2023
Klondike Derby! Bring trophies from last year to put on your sled to defend your victory!


Merit Badge Counselors
Come to the meeting and we will fill out the form with you! Help keep the Troop going!
The troop is in need of merit badge counselors. 
The need is most urgent for the Eagle required badges….
(a) First Aid, (b) Citizenship in the Community, (c) Citizenship in the Nation, (d) Citizenship in the World, (e) Communication, (f) Cooking, (g) Personal Fitness, (h) Emergency Preparedness OR Lifesaving, (i) Environmental Science OR Sustainability, (j) Personal Management, (k) Swimming OR Hiking OR Cycling, (l) Camping, and (m) Family Life.
If you are interested in becoming a merit badge counselor look at the options on the list at this link.  Talk to Mr. Sparkman or Mr. Langlois to get the forms to sign up.

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