The meeting on October 4th will be outside because of the church’s rummage sale. Please bring a chair and dress for the weather. Please watch your email if the weather causes us to cancel.
 
Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancement, discussed October campout, and played sharks and minnows. 
 
Promotion
Patrick Conroy was promoted to Tenderfoot.
 
PLC Meetings
The next PLC meeting is scheduled for October 5th. The meeting will run from 5:30 to 7 pm.  Food will be provided for those who attend. 
 
Leadership Elections
Scouts voted for new leadership. Results will be given at our next meeting.
 
Campout in October
The October 1-3 campout will be at Warren Dunes State Park in Sawyer. Please see Eric Walsh’s email for details. There will not be any swimming. Scouts will need to carry their gear about 100 yards to the campsite so please pack accordingly. Due to the packed sand, rolling luggage is not recommended. Please wear old shoes for the service project work session. There is a parking fee so bring cash or your Residential Recreational Passport if attending for camp or just service time (10am - noon on Saturday). We will unpack the trailer when we return on Sunday.

Thanksgiving Campout and Dinner
The troop is currently planning the Thanksgiving Campout. The dates for the event are November 19th-21rst. The location is TBD. Please mark your calendar.  More details will follow.
 
Scout Master Conference Sheets
A number of the younger Scouts finished rank requirements. These Scouts need to have Scout Master Conferences to be promoted.
The Scout Master Conference sheets can be found here on the Troop website:
https://sjbsatroop623.weebly.com/troop-forms.html
 
 
Eagle Ceremony for William Bacon
The Eagle Ceremony for Will Bacon is scheduled for October 10th from 2 to 4 pm.
The ceremony will be held at The Chapel EFC (4250 Washington Ave, St. Joseph )
 
 
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.
 
 
https://www.scouting.org/programs/scouts-bsa/advancement-and-awards/merit-badges/

Please remember that everyone attending Troop meetings inside the church needs to wear a mask.
 
Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancement, planned for October campout, and enjoyed outdoor activities.
The Treasurer reported that the earnings from parking and tent set-ups have been added to scout accounts and that many scouts can now cover their own camp or event expenses. Congratulations to the scouts (and parents) for all their hard work!
 
Promotions
Landynn Peterson was promoted to 2nd Class.
William Conroy was promoted to Tenderfoot.
 
PLC Meetings
The next PLC meeting is scheduled for October 5th.  The meeting will run from 5:30 to 7 pm.  Food will be provided for those who attend.
 
Leadership Elections
Scouts who are interested in a leadership position should contact Mr. Hill about the opportunities that are available.  Elections will be held at the meeting on September 27th.
 
Campout in October
The October 1-3 campout will be at Warren Dunes State Park in Sawyer. The cost per scout will be approximately $25. Additional adult volunteers will be needed to drive Scouts to and from Warren Dunes.   Please let Mr. Walsh know if you can help with the driving.   Also please let Mr. Walsh know if you can pull the trailer to and from Warrren Dunes.
 
Check your email for the link to the sign-up sheet for campers and adult volunteers.  There is also a tab that has suggestions for stuff to bring.

Thanksgiving Campout and Dinner
The troop is currently planning the Thanksgiving Campout.  The dates for the event are November 19th-21st.  The location is TBD.  Please mark your calendar.  More details will follow.
 
Scout Master Conference Sheets
A number of the younger Scouts finished rank requirements.  These Scouts need to have Scout Master Conferences to be promoted.
The Scout Master Conference sheets can be found here on the Troop website:
https://sjbsatroop623.weebly.com/troop-forms.html
 
Eagle Ceremony for William Bacon
The Eagle Ceremony for Will Bacon is scheduled for October 10th from 2 to 4 pm.
The ceremony will be held at The Chapel EFC (4250 Washington Ave, St. Joseph )
 
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.
 
https://www.scouting.org/programs/scouts-bsa/advancement-and-awards/merit-badges/

Meeting Activities
Scouts worked on advancement, patrol flags, map reading basics and played ultimate frisbee.
 
Promotions
Cydney Bacon was promoted to the rank of 2nd Class.
 
PLC Meetings
The next PLC meeting is scheduled for October 5th.  The meeting will run from 5:30 to 7 pm.  Food will be provided for those who attend. 
 
Leadership Elections
Scouts who are interested in a leadership position should talk to Mr. Hill about the opportunities that are available.  Elections will be held at the meeting on September 27th.
 
Campout in October
The October 1-3 campout will be at Warren Dunes State Park in Sawyer.
 
Check your inbox for a link to the sign-up sheet for campers and adult volunteers.  There is also a tab that has suggestions for stuff to bring.

Thanksgiving Campout and Dinner
The troop is currently planning the Thanksgiving Campout.  The dates for the event are November 19th-21st.  The location is TBD.  Please mark your calendar.  More details will follow.
 
Scout Master Conference Sheets
A number of the younger Scouts finished rank requirements.  These Scouts need to have Scout Master Conferences to be promoted.
The Scout Master Conference sheets can be found here on the Troop website:
https://sjbsatroop623.weebly.com/troop-forms.html
 
Eagle Ceremony for William Bacon
The Eagle Ceremony for Will Bacon is scheduled for October 10th from 2 to 4 pm.
The ceremony will be held at The Chapel EFC (4250 Washington Ave, St. Joseph )
 
 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.
 
https://www.scouting.org/programs/scouts-bsa/advancement-and-awards/merit-badges/