Meeting Activities
Scouts got to see Mr. Hill's boat and learn lots of information about boating that fulfilled 1st class requirements 6 B,C and D, worked on advancements, talked about food for the April campout, and played a game outside.
 
PLC Meeting
PLC will meet April 12th 5:30-7pm
 
Upcoming events
We are planning to have a campout April 22-24 at Wako Beach. Details to be determined. This should be a fun one so parents may want to try this one out!
 
Summer Camp!
The votes were tallied and Camp Gerber looks like the winner. The dates we are going will be 4th of July week. Mr. Sparkman will send out more details and a survey for you to fill out. Weekend camp at Camp Tamarack would be the weekend of July 22-24.
 
This leads to our next request.  We will need at least 2 adult volunteers to help organize and attend summer camp with the Scouts this year.   If you are able to help out with summer camp please let us know.
 
Finally, regarding summer activities, I have had a number of Scouts ask about our plans for a high adventure trip this summer.   As of today, there are no plans for a high adventure trip this summer. In talking to Dylan about this, he needs some adult volunteers to help plan and run a high adventure trip.  For those who are not aware high adventure trips are typically higher intensity activities like white water rafting, overnight backpacking or canoeing.  These trips are more demanding so Scouts need to meet minimum age and skill/rank requirements (Typically 12 years old and first class rank).  If you have thoughts on a high adventure trip for the summer and can help organize and run the event, please let us know. - Eric Walsh
 
Merit Badge Counselors
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.

Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on their Cyber Chip, advancements and played a game outside. Your Scouts will need to discuss online safety with you to complete this Cyber Chip exercise.
 
Upcoming events
We are hoping to have a campout in April. Details to be determined.
 
Summer Camp!
Summer will be here before we know it.  Mr. Sparkman has compiled a list of options for Scout summer camp this year.  The Troop will decide where and when to go based on your responses.
 
If your Scout is interesting in attending summer camp, please complete the survey that was emailed to you, and select your preferences from the options listed.

This leads to our next request.  We will need at least 2 adult volunteers to help organize and attend summer camp with the Scouts this year.   If you are able to help out with summer camp please let us know.
 
Finally, regarding summer activities, I have had a number of Scouts ask about our plans for a high adventure trip this summer.   As of today, there are no plans for a high adventure trip this summer.    In talking to Dylan about this, he needs some adult volunteers to help plan and run a high adventure trip.  For those who are not aware high adventure trips are typically higher intensity activities like white water rafting, overnight backpacking or canoeing.  These trips are more demanding so Scouts need to meet minimum age and skill/rank requirements (Typically 12 years old and first class rank).  If you have thoughts on a high adventure trip for the summer and can help organize and run the event, please let us know. - Eric Walsh
 
Merit Badge Counselors
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.

Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancements and played a game about first aid.
 
PLC Meeting
PLC meeting will be March 8th at 5:30-7pm in the red room. Use door #3.
 
Elections
Order of the Arrow elections were held. New members will be announced soon.
 
Committee members
Committee meeting will be March 8th at 7pm.
 
Upcoming events
We are hoping to have a campout in April. Details to be determined.
 
Mackinac 2022 Sign-ups
We still need 10-12 scouts to attend to make our group large enough to have cooks. The Covid testing requirements have been dropped.
 
This will be our 60th season of service to the state of Michigan, and we are looking forward to a great week.
 
Our week of service will be July 16 - July 23, 2022. The fee this year will be $225. First payment of $75 will be due at sign up, and $75 due at first practice, balance due at last practice.
 
All Scouts must be at least 2nd class and approved by their Scoutmaster. A parent must be with each Scout, so they can sign the application agreement. We will also need a small photo of each Scout, and an up to date health form. A copy of the form is preferred. The adult fee this year will be $120. 
If you have any questions, contact Jerry Ingram

Summer Camp!
Summer will be here before we know it.  Mr. Sparkman has compiled a list of options for Scout summer camp this year.  The Troop will decide where and when to go based on your responses.
 
If your Scout is interesting in attending summer camp, please complete the survey that was emailed to you and select your preferences from the options listed.

This leads to our next request.  We will need at least 2 adult volunteers to help organize and attend summer camp with the Scouts this year.   If you are able to help out with summer camp please let us know.
 
Finally, regarding summer activities, I have had a number of Scouts ask about our plans for a high adventure trip this summer.   As of today, there are no plans for a high adventure trip this summer.    In talking to Dylan about this, he needs some adult volunteers to help plan and run a high adventure trip.  For those who are not aware high adventure trips are typically higher intensity activities like white water rafting, overnight backpacking or canoeing.  These trips are more demanding so Scouts need to meet minimum age and skill/rank requirements (Typically 12 years old and first class rank).  If you have thoughts on a high adventure trip for the summer and can help organize and run the event, please let us know. - Eric Walsh

Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancements, discussed future activities they would like to do, and played a game.
 
PLC Meeting change!
PLC meeting will be March 8th at 5:30-7pm in the red room. Use door #3.
 
Elections
Order of the Arrow elections will be next Monday.
 
Advancement
Ana Maria Ellett was promoted to Tenderfoot.
 
Summer Camp!
Summer will be here before we know it.  Mr. Sparkman has compiled a list of options for Scout summer camp this year.  The Troop will decide where and when to go based on your responses.
 
If your Scout is interesting in attending summer camp, please complete this survey and select your preferences from the options listed.

This leads to our next request.  We will need at least 2 adult volunteers to help organize and attend summer camp with the Scouts this year.   If you are able to help out with summer camp please let us know.
 
Finally, regarding summer activities, I have had a number of Scouts ask about our plans for a high adventure trip this summer.   As of today, there are no plans for a high adventure trip this summer.    In talking to Dylan about this, he needs some adult volunteers to help plan and run a high adventure trip.  For those who are not aware high adventure trips are typically higher intensity activities like white water rafting, overnight backpacking or canoeing.  These trips are more demanding so Scouts need to meet minimum age and skill/rank requirements (Typically 12 years old and first class rank).  If you have thoughts on a high adventure trip for the summer and can help organize and run the event, please let us know. - Eric Walsh
 
Merit Badge Counselors
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.