Highlights from tonight's meeting:
~ Mikhail gave a presentation of his trip to Lansing as part of the delegation of scouts that update the legislators and governor on scouting in Michigan.
~ talked about the Weko campout.  The scouts made suggestions of things to do different for the next camp.
~ worked on advancements
~ outside game
~ talked about having a PLC meeting before every scout meeting at 6:30.  If a scout has a school activity at that time, they just need to communicate this to Mr. Hill. If your scout is not currently in a leadership position, they are welcome to attend to see what it is all about.

Upcoming:
~ 5/4/19 - Blossomtime parade - if you are not marching in a band, plan on walking with the scouts.  It is a great opportunity for the community to see the scouts and leaders in the community.  Meet Mr. Dansfield at 10:00am on the bluff across from the library.  Scouts should wear their Class A's.
~ 5/5/19 - First practice for the Mackinac Honor Guard.  Practice starts at 5:00pm at the Whirlpool parking lot. Please arrive at 4:45 dressed in your Mackinac Honor Guard Class A's.
~ 5/7/19 - Troop Committee meeting at 7:00 at church.  All adults are welcome to attend.
~ 5/19/19 - Crop Walk - scouts help set up tables, etc and will earn service hours. 
~ 5/19/19 - Second practice for the Mackinac Honor Guard
~ 6/15/19 - Flag retirement ceremony at 11:00 at the Elks Lodge
~ 6/15/19 - Eagle Court of Honor for Dominic and Jonah at 5:00 at the church.
~ 7/14/19-7/20/19 - Summer Camp - if your scout wants to go but hasn't signed up, it isn't too late.  Please contact Mrs. Burrow as soon as possible as the final payment to get the early bird fee is coming up soon.

Highlights from tonight's meeting:
~ Helped clean plastic crates for the church's rummage sale.  The scouts earned 1 hours of service time for helping.
~ heard results from last week's election. (see below)
~ final preparations for Weko campout.  Scouts need to meet at the church on Friday at 5:00.  Make sure to bring clothing that you can get paint on.  The service project will involve some painting.  Scouts should also pack for the weather and it was recommended that they bring 2 pairs of shoes.  Also, a 5 mile hike is being planned for those who are in need of a 5 mile hike for advancement.

Upcoming:
~ 4/26-4/28 - Weko campout - be at the church at 5:00 on Friday,
~ 4/29/19 - PLC meeting at 6:00 for all the new positions.
~ 5/4/19 - Blossomtime parade - if you aren't marching in band, please plan on walking with the scouts.  You should wear your Class A's and meet on the bluff by the Boulevard Hotel at 11:00
~ 6/15/19 - Flag retirement ceremony at the Elks Lodge at 11:00 am.  Please wear Class A's.
~ 6/15/19 - OA Eagle Court of Honor for Dominic and Jonah.  This will be at the church at 5:00 pm.
~ 6/28-6/30 - Triathlon parking fundraiser
~ 7/6-7/13 - Mackinac Honor Guard - spots are still available if your scout wants to go.  Scouts must be at least 2nd class and have the approval from Mr. Hill.  First class and above do not need Mr Hill's approval.  First practice is May 5 at the whirlpool parking lot.

New leadership positions:
Senior Patrol Leader - Zach Arrans
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader - Austin Frambach
Patrol Leader - John Norland
Patrol Leader - Drew Christy
Patrol Leader - Nathan Sparkman
Librarian - Jack Hirsh
Scribe - Chris Torres
Quarter Master - Dylan Walsh
Quarter Master - Shane Smith
Don't forget, PLC meeting next Monday at 6:30 for all of the new leaders.
 

Highlights from Monday's meeting:
~ Elections were held.  Results will be announced at the next meeting.
~ Planned menu for Weko campout.
~ Blossomtime parade - scouts should walk with troop if they are not marching in a band.  
~ Ben Rohaly ranked up to 1st class and Shane Smith ranked up to 1st Class and 2nd Class.  Great job boys!

Upcoming:
~ 4/22/19 -Weko Beach permission slip due. (Extended from Monday's due date.)
~ 4/26-4/28/19 - Weko Beach campout and service project.  Boys need to bring clothing that they can get paint on.
~ 5/4/19 - Blossomtime parade
~ 6/15/19 - Flag retirement ceremony at the Elks Lodge at 11:00 AM.  We would like a good turnout of scouts for this ceremony.
~ 6/15/19 - OA Eagle Ceremony for Jonah Essig and Dominic Giandiletti at the First Congregational church.
~ 6/28-6/30/19 - Triathlon parking fundraiser
 

Highlights from tonight's meeting:
~ played a game outside
~ worked on advancements
Next week:
~ Troop elections
~ Weko campout permission slips due
Upcoming:
~ Weko campout April 26-28  - Permission slip is attached and will also be on the troop website.  This form needs to be filled out and turned in at next Monday's meeting (4/15)
~ troop committee meeting tomorrow night (4/9) at 7:00.  All parents are welcome to attend.