Troop 48 Weekly Update:

Date Change for Canoe Trip

Due to scheduling conflicts with Troop Leader's who are trained as BSA Lifeguard, Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense, the Troop Committee decided at its meeting in March that it was best to move the canoe trip to the next weekend, May 11 - 13. Mother's Day was discussed at length, but the committee felt it was best to keep the trip rather than cancel it altogether. It is a BSA requirement to have trained Leaders in the above mentioned areas before conducting activities on water.

Troop T-Shirts for Summer Camp

Scouts attending summer camp are expected to wear a class B Troop 48 T shirt each day during camp (6 days). Facilities for washing are not very practical (you could wash one in a sink at the campsite and hang out to dry). Most Scouts will want a few extra shirts. These shirts will need to be ordered in advance.

If you will need additional T shirts please see the attached order form with types and prices of t-shirts. T-shirts may be purchased in either 100% cotton or moisture management which is nylon or a combination of the two kinds of t-shirts. We order only adult sizes. For both types of shirts add $2.50 for XXL and $5.00 for XXXL. Money is due on delivery of t-shirts. You may bring your order to scouts next week, Tuesday, May 1, or you may send your order to me via e mail at sartor5@bellsouth.net by Friday, May 4.

If you need additional Boy Scout socks or official Scout shorts to send to camp, you will need to purchase these items at the scout shop on Hollywood street or visit the troop’s collection of gently-used uniform parts that may have your son's size in them. Feel free to look through the selection before heading to the Scout Shop. All are free for the taking but all we ask is that you eventually replace it with something he has outgrown. The boxes are labeled and in the meeting room closet.
 

Eleven Point River Canoe Trip

Cost for the Canoe Trip/Campout on the Eleven Point River in Missouri will be $60.00 per person. This is due on May 1st. (Includes Food, Gas and $32.00 per person for canoe rental)
 
Final Payment for Summer Camp

A final payment of $10.00 for Summer Camp is due on May 1st. (Campership funds applied making total Summer Camp registration fee $165.00)

Deposit for Summer Adventure

A deposit of $25.00 is due on May 8th for Scouts planning to attend the Summer Adventure July 12 - 15.

Don’t Forget to Get Your Medical Evaluations Done

Parts A, B and C are all that are required:

http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/part_c.pdf

Geology Merit Badge

GEOLOGY MERIT BADGE
Agricenter International
7777 Walnut Grove Road
Sunday, April 29, 2012
2:30pm in Seminar Room A

Scouts in uniform will be admitted to the class and the rock show free of charge. Scout leaders in uniform are also admitted free.

The Mineral Resources Option of the Geology Merit Badge will be taught by Alan Parks, Geologist. If you have the Geology Merit Badge Book please bring it, along with a notepad and pen/pencil. If you do not have the merit badge book, here is a link to the Geology Merit Badge requirements.

http://www.boyscouttrail.com/boy-scouts/meritbadges/geologymb.asp

The class is guided by a licensed Professional Geologist and the Show will offer attendees a great opportunity to begin collecting rocks, minerals and fossils. So come a little early and check out the Dealers at the Show before the class.
 

New Patrol Leader’s Council

A new Patrol Leader's Council was elected this month. Our new Senior Patrol Leader will be Josh Albert and our new patrol leaders will be Brandon Sulewski for the Davy Crockett, Daniel Sartor for the Eagle and Tristan Hube for the Tiger patrol. Their term runs from May 1st through October 31st.

May 8^th Meeting – Court of Honor and Summer Camp information

Our next Awards Court of Honor will be on May 8th. Final information on summer camp will also be disseminated.

Website Alerts

Did you know that you can set up an alert to notify you when a new item is posted to the News section? This is the section where the Troop 48 Updates are posted, among other items of interest. If interested in setting this up please follow the below steps.
 

Alerts:

On the Home page, at the bottom left, click on Create an account.

After doing so click on News.

Scroll to bottom of News and click on Notify me of new articles: By Email

That's it. If done correctly you will receive an e-mail whenever a new item is added. (Roughly twice a month.) 

Upcoming Events:

• May 11-13 – Canoe Trip on the 11 Point River, Missouri
• May 8 – Award Court of Honor and deposit due for Summer Adventure
• May 26 – Service Project – Flag Placement at West TN Veteran’s Cemetery at 8am
• June 9-16 – Summer Camp – Skymont Scout Reservation

Troop 48 Weekly Update:

Fees Due Next Tuesday

$20.00 fee for the April campout is due on Tuesday April 3rd. We will collect money during the swim checks at Lifetime. Barry needs an adult to volunteer as the money collector that night.

Meeting Next Tuesday at Lifetime Fitness

On Tuesday April 3rd, the Troop will be conducting a swim check for each scout and adult planning to attend the May Canoe trip and/or Summer Camp and/or Summer "Whitewater" Adventure. We will meet at LIFETIME behind Lander's Ford on Houston Levee Road at 6:15 PM. All parents will need to sign a waiver form at the front desk before being admitted to the pool. 

Requirements for swim check:
Swimmers: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth. Level off and swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating.

Beginners: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, and swim 25 feet on the surface. Stop, turn sharply, resume swimming and return to the starting place.

Note: In order to go on the canoe trip in May, all canoeists must be classified as "Swimmers".
 

Troop Physicals

Don't forget, everyone needs an updated Health and Medical evaluation form for Summer Camp and Troop Activities. For the correct form, go to: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/part_c.pdf 

Those who are interested in a low cost BSA Annual Health Evaluation (Camp Physicals), go to this link for more information: http://www.doubleknot.com/openrosters/DocDownload.aspx?id=107126

As part of the Health Care Reform Act, annual physicals should be free as long as you ask that the visit be coded as a "physical".

National Scouting News Survey

National Scouting News

WANTED:
Scouts 14 years of age or older, volunteers, and parents of Cub Scouts who want to give their opinions!

The Research & Program Innovation Department is looking for people to be a part of our research panel. As a member of the panel, you will receive surveys (no more than three per year) regarding new programs or proposed changes to existing Scouting programs. To register click here.

Troop Website

Have you had a chance to check out our new website yet? If not, you are missing out on some great information. Here are some features that might interest you:

1. Posting your own photos to your account. (You must register for an account.) Once you do you can click on another person's name to see their photos and vice versa.
2. The "Forums", a place where you can post comments or questions for discussion. E.g., Does anyone have a size 12 Boy Scout shirt? (You must have an account.)
3. Sending messages to other members. (You must have an account.)

Upcoming Events:

• Apr 3 – BSA Swimmer Certification test for Scouts and Leader at Lifetime Fitness
• Apr 13-15 – Campout at Tishomingo State Park, Mississippi
• Apr 24 – Make-up BSA Swimmer Certification test for Scouts and Leader
• May 11-13 – Canoe Trip on the 11 Point River, Missouri
• May 8 – Award Court of Honor and deposit due for Summer Adventure

Way to go Troop 48.

As an aside, a Mr. Harold Jackson visited us on Saturday. He was a Scout in Troop 48 in its early years leaving when he went off to college in 1948. He had Googled Troop 48 and was suprised we were still around. So, when he next needed to visit his grandaughter in Memphis he made it for a weekend that we would be at Camp Currier.
 

He regaled us in many a story which we enjoyed. We do hope that he can attend our 85th anniversary dinner in 2014.

Troop 48 Spring/Summer Merit Badge Opportunities:
This spring and summer, there are numerous opportunities for your scout to earn merit badges at sanctioned merit badge events. Each event has different cost, availability, and class offerings, so please consider each carefully to see if they match your family schedule, budget, and desired classes.

Brighton, TN Troop 260 Merit Badge Workshop - March 31, 2012
Many talented people with merit badge related skills reside in this area, and we have asked some of them to be merit badge counselors for our workshop. We are pleased that attendance at the workshops has been exceptional, which means there is interest in continuing to hold this event, as long as we can make it a “first class” event for the participants. After all, we owe it to the Scouts and adult leaders to do it right! Our merit badge workshop is patterned after the Merit Badge Day’s held at the National Scouting Museum in Murray, KY until the museum moved a few years ago.

Cost: $20 per scout. Registration is open now. See the attached document for a list of the classes offered. Two classes per scout.
NOTE: One or more trained adult volunteers are needed to provide transportation to and from this event. Without a volunteer, it will fall to the scout's family to provide transportation.

2012 Merit Badge College at Cordova Middle School - April 28, 2012
This Event is sponsored by Troop 332 of Covenant United Methodist Church. The Merit Badge College is Troop 332's sixth program offering merit badge classes taught by experienced counselors and professionals while maintaining limited classroom size.

Cost: $25 per scout. Registration begins March 19. See the attached document for a list of the classes offered. Two classes per scout.

Summer Camp 2012 at Skymont Scout Reservation - June 9 - 16, 2012
Summer camp has numerous merit badges and other activities to offer. Both the camp and Troop 48 place restrictions on the classes and/or activities each scout can participate with. Registration for classes opens on March 6, and the popular classes will fill up soon. Be sure to get your Summer Camp MB Request Form turned in as soon as possible, to ensure your scout gets signed up the classes he wants most, and has the best summer camp experience possible. The attached MB List and Schedule will assist in choosing the right classes.

Cost: $225 per scout. Registration begins on March 6. See the attached request form for more details. Up to five classes per scout.


Turn in registration information for all these events to Daren Davis, Advancement Chairman.
Remember that Scoutmaster Issing must approve all MB classes before applications will be issued to scouts.

 

Troop 48 Weekly Update:

Fees Due Next Tuesday

Please be aware that two fees are due next Tuesday, March 6th: $20.00 for the March campout and $75.00 for Summer Camp (Second of three payments). These can be paid using the same check. Just note who and what it's for. 

Troop Physicals

Don't forget, everyone needs an updated Health and Medical evaluation form for Summer Camp and Troop Activities. For the correct form, go to: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/part_c.pdf 

Those who are interested in a low cost BSA Annual Health Evaluation (Camp Physicals), go to this link for more information: http://www.doubleknot.com/openrosters/DocDownload.aspx?id=107126

As part of the Health Care Reform Act, annual physicals should be free as long as you ask that the visit be coded as a "physical".

March Campout

The next campout will be the Eastern District Camporee on March 23, 24, 25. The Troop really needs all Scouts to attend and participate with their patrol in each of the morning and afternoon events. Please make a note that the $20.00 camping fee will be due on March 6th.

Summer Adventure

Please be aware that the date for the Troop's summer "Whitewater" Adventure to North Carolina has been changed to July 12 - 15, 2012. 

An updated Troop Calendar-of-Events is attached.

Counselor-in-Training at Skymont Scout Reservation

Kyle Ralph has been selected to be a Counselor-in-Training at Skymont Scout Reservation this summer. After satisfactorily completing a two week training program he will be offered a paid position in a program area of camp (where Kyle will do well) Kyle heads off to Skymont on May 27th and hopefully will not be back until July 20th. (That's eight weeks.) Kyle is the first Troop 48 Scout to be on camp staff since Michael Lemoine and Erik Schmidt did so around the year 2000. And both went on to become Eagle Scouts.

Camporee Practice

Our next Camporee Practices are on the following dates from 9-12 at Faith Presbyterian Church: March 3 and March 17. Please plan on attending all practices. Dress appropriately for the weather outside and meet at the Ralph Moak garage.

Troop Website

Have you had a chance to check out our new website yet? If not, you are missing out on some great information. Here are a couple of features that might interest you:

1. The "Scoutmaster's Blog" where you can get a recap of each Troop activity.
2. The "Photos" Gallery where you can view photos from each trip and activity.

Upcoming Events:

• Mar 3 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 17 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 19 – Patrol Leaders Council meeting
• Mar 23-25 – Camp Currier Eastern District Camporee

Justin Scobey, son of Dr. Gene and Suzanne Scobey of Germantown, earned his Eagle Scout Award on February 14, 2012. He joins his brother John in this rank.

Justin's Eagle Scout Service project was building raised planting beds at Habitat for Hope in Millington.

An Eagle Scourt Court of Honor ceremony will be planned in his honor.

Distribution List

This email is addressed to the latest distribution list. Please use this list going forward not any of the previous ones.

Scout Sunday

Scout Sunday and Annual Photo on Feb.5^th at 10:00 a.m. Scout Sunday is that time when we show our reverence to God and thank the church community which sponsors our Troop. Before the service we will take our annual Troop photo off the lobby of the church. Be there by 10:00 a.m. to guarantee a spot in the photo. See our previous annual photos here: http://troop48.org/mod/gallery/view-gallery.php?gallery_id=30

Troop 48 is on Facebook

 Troop 48 is on Facebook – If you are a Facebook fan please surf on over to: Troop 48, Germantown, Tenn and request to join.
 

Troop 48 Spaghetti Supper

Friday, February 17th 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Troop 48 will sponsor its 57th annual Spaghetti Supper on Friday, February 17th. The event provides not only a great meal and warm fellowship, but also an opportunity for our Scouts to practice teamwork and personal skills as they serve our guests. At this week's Troop meeting, each Scout received a sheet of eight (8) Spaghetti Supper tickets. Scouts who sell at least eight tickets will enjoy a free meal.

The Spaghetti Supper is our most important fundraiser of the year. Please support your Scouts by offering tickets to your friends, neighbors, and colleagues at work!

Awards Court of Honor and Summer Camp Informational Meeting

Award Court of Honor and Summer Camp kickoff meeting will be held February 7, 2012

SUMMER CAMP COST:

During the January committee meeting, it was determined that Summer Camp would cost $225.00 per Scout. This helps cover the cost of gas and food for Saturday dinner through Sunday lunch. 

The updated Summer Camp Fee Schedule is as follows:

• $75.00 Deposit due Feb 7th
• $75.00 additional due March 6th
• $75.00 balance due May 1st*

 * The balance due in May could be lower depending on camperships awarded.

CAMPERSHIPS:

The Troop has allocated funds to be used for "camperships" to allow Scouts to attend summer camp. A campership will be made available to Scouts who have a family financial need. (Scouts are encouraged to earn a portion of their camp fees in following the Scout Law tenet of, "A Scout is Thrifty".) Camperships are dependent upon the amount of available funds and the number of Scouts requesting assistance. Requests must be made before February 29, 2012 and will be kept confidential. Please see Scoutmaster Brian Issing or Treasurer, Lynn Poore to inquire further.

HEALTH AND MEDICAL:

Don't forget to have your son's Health and Medical Record filled out and completed when he has his yearly physical (Parts A, B and C). All Scouts need this prior to Summer Camp. See attached or visit this link: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/whole.pdf

Any Leader or Dad planning to attend camp, if only for a day, must also have a completed Health and Medical Form on file with the Troop. (Parts A, B and C).

The Troop is in the process of updating all Health and Medical Records. If you plan to attend future campouts, a completed Health and Medical Form should be on file with the Troop. (Parts A, B, C) One Troop Leader's life was perhaps extended because doctor's caught a serious condition, unknown to the patient. Don't delay, get your physical today! 

Fire Sale

There are about a dozen bundles of well-seasoned Minnesota hardwood firewood still available for sale. We've had this wood for almost two years now so expect it to burn very efficiently. This is the same wood, albeit older, that Kroger is selling for $4.99 a bundle. Make an offer to the Scoutmaster and it could be yours. Bidding starts at $30.00 for the lot. Pick-up required by Feb. 7th.

Camporee Practice

Our next Camporee Practices are on the following dates from 9-12 at Faith Presbyterian Church: February 18, March 3, and March 17. Please plan on attending all practices. Dress appropriately for the weather outside and meet at the Ralph Moak garage.

Troop Website

Have you had a chance to check out our new website yet? If not, you are missing out on some great information. Here are a couple of features that might interest you:

1. Our Troop "Calendar". See when the next trip or meeting is. The calendar looks like the one you have hanging on your wall.
2. The Troop 48 Updates in the "News" section. Remember seeing an Update but can't find it in your e-mail? Check the news section.

Upcoming Events:

• Feb 5 – Scout Sunday and annual Troop Photo at 10am
• Feb 7 - Awards Court of Honor and Summer Camp Info Meeting on Feb. 7^th
• Feb 10-12 – Campout to Boy Scout Camp Yacona near Randolph, MS $20 due 1/31 Meeting
• Feb 17 – 57^th Annual Spaghetti Supper
• Feb 18 – Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 3 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 17 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 23-25 – Camp Currier Eastern District Camporee

Troop 48 Spaghetti Supper

Friday, February 17th 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Troop 48 will sponsor its 57th annual Spaghetti Supper on Friday, February 17th. The event provides not only a great meal and warm fellowship, but also an opportunity for our Scouts to practice teamwork and personal skills as they serve our guests. At this week's Troop meeting, each Scout received a sheet of eight (8) Spaghetti Supper tickets. Scouts who sell at least eight tickets will enjoy a free meal.

The Spaghetti Supper is our most important fundraiser of the year. Please support your Scouts by offering tickets to your friends, neighbors, and colleagues at work!

Summer Camp Kickoff

SUMMER CAMP KICK-OFF will be held February 7, 2012

SUMMER CAMP COST:

During the January committee meeting, it was determined that Summer Camp would cost $225.00 per Scout. This helps cover the cost of gas and food for Saturday dinner through Sunday lunch. 

The updated Summer Camp Fee Schedule is as follows:

• $75.00 Deposit due Feb 7th
• $75.00 additional due March 6th
• $75.00 balance due May 1st*

 * The balance due in May could be lower depending on camperships awarded.

CAMPERSHIPS:

The Troop has allocated funds to be used for "camperships" to allow Scouts to attend summer camp. A campership will be made available to Scouts who have a family financial need. (Scouts are encouraged to earn a portion of their camp fees in following the Scout Law tenet of, "A Scout is Thrifty".) Camperships are dependent upon the amount of available funds and the number of Scouts requesting assistance. Requests must be made before February 29, 2012 and will be kept confidential. Please see Scoutmaster Brian Issing or Treasurer, Lynn Poore to inquire further.

HEALTH AND MEDICAL:

Don't forget to have your son's Health and Medical Record filled out and completed when he has his yearly physical (Parts A, B and C). All Scouts need this prior to Summer Camp. See attached or visit this link: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/whole.pdf

Any Leader or Dad planning to attend camp, if only for a day, must also have a completed Health and Medical Form on file with the Troop. (Parts A, B and C).

The Troop is in the process of updating all Health and Medical Records. If you plan to attend future campouts, a completed Health and Medical Form should be on file with the Troop. (Parts A, B, C) One Troop Leader's life was perhaps extended because doctor's caught a serious condition, unknown to the patient. Don't delay, get your physical today! 

Kroger Kudos

We have just received our latest Kroger cash card rebate: $292.66. This brings our 2011 rebates to $1,758 (our best year ever) and our 5-year rebate total to $9,054. Thanks to all the Troop 48 supporters who use Troop-linked Kroger gift cards!

Even more good news from Kroger: The Hacks Cross / Winchester store has committed to providing the bulk of our Spaghetti Supper supplies at store-cost prices. Included are 90 lbs of ground beef and turkey, 72 lbs of spaghetti noodles, 9 containers of parmesan cheese, and numerous other items. Kroger's support is once again a huge assist to our fundraiser!

Troop Calendar

The troop calendar has been updated to correct a date error for the May camping trip. Please see the attached.

Upcoming Events:

• Jan 23 – Next PLC Meeting
• Jan 28 – Camporee practice at church 9-12
• Feb 5 – Scout Sunday and annual Troop Photo at 10am
• Feb 7 - Awards Court of Honor and Summer Camp Info Meeting on Feb. 7th
• Feb 17 – 57^th Annual Spaghetti Supper
• Feb 18 – Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 3 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 17 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 23-25 – Camp Currier Eastern District Camporee

The next Troop campout is January 14 - 16. We will be backpacking on the Buffalo National River Trail in Arkansas. The $20.00 camp fee is due at the next meeting on January 3rd. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

1) Scouts attending this trip must have attended a previous backpacking trip.
2) Those under 1st Class are to bring their packed backpack for inspection on Jan. 10th.
3) We will depart on Saturday morning, January 14th and will return on Monday afternoon, January 16th which is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Troop Registration 

Anyone that did not pay for their 2012 registration needs to drop of the payment at the next Troop meeting. I am processing the registrations this week, before the deadline on December 30, 2011 based on verbal commitment for those Scouts that have not already paid.

Next Troop Meeting and Next Committee Meeting 

The next Troop meeting is Tuesday January 3^rd 2012. The Next Troop Committee Meeting will be on Monday January 02 at 7:00 PM for any Scout parents that would like to attend.

Donations to the Troop

Who has donated the four U.S. Army surplus extreme cold sleeping bags to the Troop? A mysterious donor has placed these four bags, individually vacuum-packed, on a shelf in the Ralph Moak Building. If you know who it was, or it was you, please let the SM know.

Folding Cots for Sale to Benefit the Troop

Four new U.S. Army surplus folding cots are for sale to benefit the Troop campership fund. James Wood secured these and they are the type we sleep on at summer camp. They are a nylon material with three metal cross-arms to support the nylon. Similar models go for $60.00 new at Campmor.com and knowing federal purchasing examples in the past these probably cost twice that. If interested in purchasing one or more contact the SM. (853-1713).

CPR Training for Scouts

CPR training for the Boy Scouts is coming on January 24th during the Troop Meeting. There will be more to come on this.

Upcoming Events:

· Jan 23 – Next PLC Meeting

· Jan 28 – Camporee practice at church 9-12

· Feb 5 – Scout Sunday and annual Troop Photo at 10am

· Feb 7 - Awards Court of Honor and Summer Camp Info Meeting on Feb. 7th

· Feb 17 – 57^th Annual Spaghetti Supper

• Feb 18 – Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 3 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12
• Mar 17 - Camporee Practice at church 9-12

· Mar 23-25 – Camp Currier Eastern District Camporee

December Troop Campout

The next Troop campout will be a one night trip to Camp Currier (site E-1) December 10 and 11. We will leave Saturday morning at 8:00 and return to the Church at 1:00 PM on Sunday. The normal $20.00 campout fee is due Tuesday Nov.29

Awards Court of Honor and Troop Christmas Party

Our Troop 48 Christmas Potluck Family Dinner and Court of Honor will be on Tuesday December 13, at 7:00 PM. We will meet in the Scout Room before relocating to the fellowship hall after the Zumba Class is cleared at approximately 7:15 PM. Scout Parent Gina Eddleman is coordinating the food list. Please update and return the food list she distributed with the items that your family will be bringing.

Troop Registration

December is the month for updating our Troop Registration for the new Scout year and must be completed and submitted to the Council office before the end of the month. Each Scout must re-register by submitting their payment for the 2012 Scout Registration fee & Boys life subscription. For 2012 -Registration is $15 and Boys Life is $12 for the full year. Families that have more than one child in Scouting can elect to receive only one Boys Life subscription for their household if they choose to do so. We would like to have the Scout registration payments (checks payable to Troop 48) received by the Court of Honor and Potluck family Christmas dinner on Tuesday December 13, 2011.

Troop Meetings during December

No Troop Meetings on Dec. 20 and 27 but we will resume again on Tuesday January 2nd. The troop calendar has an error in that it shows Jan 2^nd as no meeting. We will be meeting on January 2^nd. 

Rank Advancement Opportunities at the November and December Campouts

The December camping trip to Camp Currier will include an opportunity to complete 1st Class requirement #2:
 
Using a map and compass, complete an orienteering course that covers at least one mile and requires measuring the height and/or width of designated items (tree, tower, canyon, ditch, etc.).

(Pages 346–351, 372–374)

We only offer this course twice a year so if your son has the two requirements below, by December 10th, he may take the above course. 
 
The pre-requisites are 2nd Class requirements:

1a. Demonstrate how a compass works and how to orient a map. Explain what map symbols mean. (Pages 354, 360–364) 

1b. Using a compass and a map together, take a five-mile hike (or 10 miles by bike) approved by your adult leader and your parent or guardian.* (Pages 365–366)

Requirement 1a may be completed this weekend. If your son would like to do so he needs to bring a sheet of letter-sized paper and a pencil. A navigation compass is optional.

National Jamboree Commitments are almost due!

Scouts wishing to participate in the 2013 National Jamboree should have a deposit and registration on file at the Chickasaw Council office by January 15th, 2012. The Council will take 160 participants to the historic Jamboree that will be the first held at The Summit Bechtel Scout Reserve. Please visit http://chickasawbsa.org/2013nationaljamboree to register and for payment schedule. Have your Scout's membership number available. (It's on his Scout membership card) Also, go to www.bsajamboree.org for more information on all the exciting programs offered at the Jamboree. See or contact ASM Barry Moore (854-1273) for more information.

Greenery Fundraiser Update

Greenery Items Available!

We have ten greenery items remaining unsold. 

• Three 25" Classic Wreaths (Profit per wreath: $15.15)
• Two Classic Sprays (Profit per spray: $12.71)
• Four Victorian Sprays (Profit per spray: $14.43)
• One 36" Victorian Wreath (Profit: $13.60)

As an incentive to avoid taking a loss on these items, the Scouts who sell them will receive 100% of the profit.

Please contact Lynn Poore at 748-0610 to claim any or all of these items.

Citizenship in the Community MB

For those scouts pursuing the Citizenship in the Community MB, remember that scouts residing in Collierville or Memphis will be meeting tonight to attend the Collierville meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen at 6:00 PM. Scouts and parents should arrive no later than 5:45 PM at the Collierville Town Hall located at 500 Poplar View Parkway. After the Board meeting, Scouts will be meeting privately with the Collierville City Manager, and should be prepared to ask questions and discuss items of interest to community residents. The Board meeting and other activities should take about 1 1/2 hours.