Troop 68

Camp Pahatsi Weekend

14 Scouts/ 4 Adults put in a total of 6 hours each on our service project! That’s a total of 108 man hours! The camp is very grateful for all that we did. Thanks to all of you who gave of yourselves to help GEC reopen Camp Pahatsi.

Court of Honor – August 5^th

We will be holding our Court of Honor on Tuesday, August 5^th at 7pm at the Scout Cabin. Please plan on bringing a dessert to share. Scouts will need to be in full field uniforms.

Camp Chawanakee photos

While at camp the Troop had a professional photographer take a group photo. These will be available to purchase on line. The camp will be notifying me when these are available. An email will go out to families at that time.

Veteran’s Coalition Dinner

The Troop has been asked to serve dinner once again at this annual event. We will need approximately 8-10 Boys and 1-2 Adults to help out. Volunteers will be fed a steak dinner. Let’s show our support for our Chartering Organization!

Camp Cherry Valley 2009

It may seem crazy talking about summer camp already, but everyone should start thinking of ways to save for camp. The cost for this camp is $470/Scout! It is a bit on the expensive side but it is money well spent. This is an incredible camp! We have reservations for July 12-18, 2009. It will be here before you know it!

Ad Alteri Dei Religious Emblem Award Retreat

Scouts who are Catholic and who have completed the 6^th grade are eligible to begin working on their religious emblem award. A weekend retreat is planned for September. Please contact me if you would like more information.

Reminders About What NOT To Take On A Troop Outing

Scouts should NOT be bringing lighters or electronic devices to Troop outings. The purpose of these outings is to experience the great outdoors ……..not to tune it out! Also, the Guide to Safe Scouting states that Scouts are not to use any flammable liquids to light fires; therefore lighters are not recommended Scout equipment.

Patrol Leaders Council Meeting

Sunday, August 3^rd at 7pm at the Scout Cabin

Camp Pahatsi Weekend – July 26-July 27

We will meet at the Scout Cabin on Saturday morning at 6:00am. Scouts will need to bring a sack breakfast or eat before leaving. The cost of this camp out is $15/Scout. Please bring a pair of work gloves as we will be doing a small service project on Saturday. We will be returning on Sunday at approximately 12 noon. Please bring along your personal camping items including mess kit, flashlight, camp chair. Don’t forget to bring along a jacket as it will be chilly in the evening. Every Scout should have a water bottle or camelback with them full of water. Don’t forget to go to the Troop website and copy your permission slip!!!

Board of Reviews – July 22^nd and July 29^th

Please be sure to get in your Scoutmaster conference, get your handbooks signed off, complete any last minute merit badges and plan on having a Board of Review on one of the above dates.

Court of Honor – August 5th

We will be holding our Court of Honor on Tuesday, August 5^th at 7pm at the Scout Cabin. Please plan on bringing a dessert to share. Scouts will need to be in full field uniforms.

Camp Chawanakee photos

While at camp the Troop had a professional photographer take a group photo. These will be available to purchase on line. The camp will be notifying me when these are available. An email will go out to families at that time.

Veteran’s Coalition Dinner

The Troop has been asked to serve dinner once again at this annual event. We will need approximately 8-10 Boys and 1-2 Adults to help out. Volunteers will be fed a steak dinner. Let’s show our support for our Chartering Organization!

Troop Committee Meeting

Our next meeting will be on Monday, August 18th at 7pm at the Martin’s home

Next Patrol Leaders Council Meeting

Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 3^rd. We will meet at 5pm at the Scout Cabin.

HAVE YOU PAID YOUR DUES for 2008 ???

$40/Scout for the year

$10/Adult Leader for the year

Summer Camp is almost here! Get those physicals done!

Final payments will be due the first part of June!!

Don’t forget to be thinking about Wacky Tourist Friday!

Memorial Day Flags – Once again the Troop will be assisting the American Legion in putting out flags for this very important occasion. We will meet on Sunday, May 25^th at 9am at the Woodland Cemetery located on West Street. Scouts need to be in field uniforms. We will be placing small flags on individual graves. The following day Scouts need to meet at the cemetery at 7am to put out the large flags. Scouts will need to return at 4pm to take down the large flags.

Hartwig Ranch Campout – We will meet at 5pm on Friday, May 30^th at the Scout Cabin to head up the hill. Scouts will need to bring a sack dinner for Friday. We will return Sunday afternoon. Don’t forget to bring fishing gear, camp chair, sunscreen, bug spray, hat, hiking boots, Scout Handbook, and your Troop Permission slip. Cost=$20/Scout.

National Youth Leadership Training – The August NYLT course has been cancelled!

Order of the Arrow - Congratulations to Ian C. and Cameron H. for becoming Brotherhood members in OA and Congratulations to Eric N. for becoming an Ordeal member.

Schedule of events – please be sure to check out our extended calendar!

Next Patrol Leaders Council Meeting - Sunday June 8^th at 5pm at the Boy Scout Cabin

HAVE YOU PAID YOUR DUES for 2008 ???

$40/Scout for the year

$10/Adult Leader for the year

Summer Camp is almost here! Get those physicals done!

Final payments will be due the first part of June!

Castle Peak Hike – Please contact Alden Fleck if you plan on attending this weekend’s hike. Scouts should plan on bringing lunch, plenty of water, hat and sunscreen.

Memorial Day Flags – Once again the Troop will be assisting the American Legion in putting out flags for this very important occasion. We will meet on Sunday, May 25^th at 9am at the Woodland Cemetery located on West Street. Scouts need to be in field uniforms. We will be placing small flags on individual graves. The following day Scouts need to meet at the cemetery at 7am to put out the large flags. Scouts will need to return at 4pm to take down the large flags.

Hartwig Ranch Campout – We will meet at 5pm on Friday, May 30^th to head up the hill. Scouts will need to bring a sack dinner for Friday. We will return Sunday afternoon. Don’t forget to bring fishing gear!

Next Patrol Leaders Council Meeting - Sunday June 8^th at 5pm at the Boy Scout Cabin

Next Troop Committee Meeting – Monday, May 19^th at 7pm at the Martin’s hom

Featuring

• High Sierra Hiking
• Cool mountain air
• Spring Snow
• Incredible views from 9,100′
• Thrills and spills

Date:  Saturday, May 17th

Time:  Meet at Scout cabin at 6am, return around 5pm

Bring:

• Hiking Boots
• Lunch
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Water
• Jacket
• Camera

Sign up with Alden F by Friday, May 16th

Don’t Miss the action-packed trip!

HAVE YOU PAID YOUR DUES for 2008 ???

$40/Scout for the year

$10/Adult Leader for the year

Welcome to our newest Scouts of Troop 68

Paul V, Christopher S, Brennan M,

James C and Tristan C

Spring Court of Honor – May 6^th! - Scouts need to be sure to bring their handbooks to every meeting! We need to get you signed off for rank advancement, have a Scoutmaster’s conference and Board of Review during the month of April!

Camp Chawanakee – Don’t forget to get those camp physicals done prior to camp!!! Don’t wait until the last minute! Don’t forget you can still earn credit towards summer camp by working the annual rummage sale May 2^nd and May 3^rd

National Youth Leadership Training – the summer course is scheduled for August 11-16 at Camp Lassen. This is an incredible leadership course being offered to anyone who will be 13 by the first day of the course and 1^st Class and above in rank.

Troop Rummage Sale – Start savings items that you would like to donate! Don’t forget to tell you neighbors and friends! We will plan on setting up for the event on Friday evening, May 2^nd. The rummage sale will be held the morning of May 3^rd.

Next Patrol Leaders Council Meeting

Sunday, April 27^th at 7pm at the Scout Cabin

Next Troop Committee Meeting

Monday, April 21^st at 7pm at the Martin’s home

HAVE YOU PAID YOUR DUES for 2008 ???

$40/Scout for the year

$10/Adult Leader for the year

Pack 130 Bridging Ceremony – Scouts need to be in field uniform at the Cabin no later than 6:45pm on Friday, April 11^th.

Spring Court of Honor – May 6^th! - Scouts need to be sure to bring their handbooks to every meeting! We need to get you signed off for rank advancement, have a Scoutmaster’s conference and Board of Review during the month of April!

Camp Chawanakee – Don’t forget to get those camp physicals done prior to camp!!! Don’t wait until the last minute! Don’t forget you can still earn credit towards summer camp by working the annual rummage sale May 2^nd and May 3rd

Yolo District Camporee – Change in Schedule !!!!

We will depart for the camporee on Saturday, April 12^th and return on Sunday, April 13^th. Scouts need to arrive at the cabin no later than 6:15am. We will depart at 6:30am SHARP!!! The cost for this event is $30/Scout. Scouts will need to bring their personal camping gear, mess kits, and permission slip with them. All Scouts need to be in field uniform. Eat breakfast before you arrive or bring a sack breakfast with you.

National Youth Leadership Training – the summer course is scheduled for August 11-16 at Camp Lassen. This is an incredible leadership course being offered to anyone who will be 13 by the first day of the course and 1^st Class and above in rank.

Troop Rummage Sale – Start savings items that you would like to donate! Don’t forget to tell you neighbors and friends!

Next Patrol Leaders Council Meeting

Sunday, April 27^th at 7pm at the Scout Cabin

HAVE YOU PAID YOUR DUES for 2008 ???

$40/Scout for the year

$10/Adult Leader for the year

Camp Chawanakee – Have you made your MARCH PAYMENT???

All Scouts who sold either popcorn or wreaths should find a statement in their mailbox showing how much credit they have towards camp. Our final camp payment will need to be mailed in 3 weeks prior to the start of camp. The cost of camp this year is $340/Scout (brother discount of -$25.00=$315). Please remember that no Scout will be left behind……….if you are experiencing financial burdens please let the Scoutmaster know. Also-Don’t forget to get those camp physicals done prior to camp!!! Don’t wait until the last minute! Don’t forget you can still earn credit towards summer camp by working the annual rummage sale May 2^nd and May 3rd.

Check your email for the schedule of Merit Badge classes being offered! We need to sign-up ASAP!!!

Yolo District Camporee – Change in Schedule !!!!

We will depart for the camporee on Saturday, April 12^th and return on Sunday, April 13^th. Scouts need to arrive at the cabin no later than 6:15am. We will depart at 6:30am sharp! This year’s theme is Mountain Man Rendezvous. Scouts will be involved in many great activities throughout the day including carving a totem pole, tomahawk throwing, flint and steel, primitive hunting, etc. The cost for this event is $30/Scout. You have until Friday to sign up for this event! Scouts will need to bring their personal camping gear, mess kits, and permission slip with them. All Scouts need to be in field uniform. Eat breakfast before you arrive or bring a sack breakfast with you.

Pack 130 Bridging Over Ceremony – Friday, April 11^th at the Scout Cabin. Scouts need to be in full uniform. Plan on arriving 15 minutes early!!!

National Youth Leadership Training – the summer course is scheduled for August 11-16 at Camp Lassen. This is an incredible leadership course being offered to anyone who will be 13 by the first day of the course and 1^st Class and above in rank.

HAVE YOU PAID YOUR DUES for 2008 ???

$40/Scout for the year

$10/Adult Leader for the year

Troop Outing – We will meet at the Scout Cabin this Saturday morning to go on a beautiful hike up in the Capay Canyon. Several Scout’s need this for rank advancement!

• Meet at Cabin 8am

• Trailhead: Cache Creek Regional Park on Highway 16.

• Drinking water and lunch in a small daypack.

• Boots or sturdy shoes required

• Identification of wildlife and native plants for Tenderfoot, 2nd class.

• Return to Woodland by 5:30pm

Camp Chawanakee – Our next camp payment of $75.00 per Scout is now DUE!!!

All Scouts who sold either popcorn or wreaths should find a statement in their mailbox showing how much credit they have towards camp. Our final camp payment will need to be mailed in 3 weeks prior to the start of camp. The cost of camp this year is $340/Scout (brother discount of -$25.00=$315). Please remember that no Scout will be left behind……….if you are experiencing financial burdens please let the Scoutmaster know. Also-Don’t forget to get those camp physicals done prior to camp!!! Don’t wait until the last minute! Don’t forget you can still earn credit towards summer camp by working the annual rummage sale in the spring.

Yolo District Camporee – April 11^th – 13^th at the Timm Ranch in Vacaville. This year’s theme is Mountain Man Rendezvous. Scouts will be involved in many great activities throughout the day including carving a totem pole, tomahawk throwing, flint and steel, primitive hunting, etc. Scouts who plan on attending will need to sign up with the Scoutmaster no later than March 18^th. The cost for this event is $35/Scout.

National Youth Leadership Training – Summer course is scheduled for August 11-16 at Camp Lassen. This is an incredible leadership course being offered to anyone who will be 13 by the first day of the course and 1^st Class and above in rank.

Troop Committee Meeting - Monday, March 25^th, 7pm at the Martin’s home

• Meet at Cabin 8am
• Trailhead: Cache Creek Regional Park on Highway 16.
• Drinking water and lunch in a small daypack.
• Boots or sturdy shoes required
• Identification of wildlife and native plants for Tenderfoot, 2nd class.
• Return to Woodland by 5:30pm