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Good evening ALL, This week we have a different set up this week.
New Scouts and any Scouts and Assistant Scoutmasters that are going to Summer Camp that need a Swim Test will be heading to the Lititz Rec Center at 7:30 PM to meet with ASM Mr. Armstrong, bring your Scout Handbook. Parents will need to stay , as soon as the test is completed they can be taken to the regular Troop Meeting at St. James Church. The cost is $3 for non-members of the Rec. If you have any question contact ASM Mr. Armstrong.
The rest of the Troop will have a regular Troop Meeting starting at 7:30 PMWear your Class A uniform and bring your Scout Handbook. There is still 1 slot left for the Washington DC Marine Barrack Trip. If you or a family member would like to go, contact ASM Mr. Owsinski. We still need help on Memorial Day to carry the Hugh American Flag at the Barnstormers Game. Sign up no the Troop's Web Site. ASM Mr. Latanishen's High Adventure Backpacking Trip sign up is on the Troop's Web Site. Sign up if interested, space is limited. Check with ASM Mr. Latanishen for age restrictions. Have a GREAT WEEK!!! I will see you Thursday. Yours in Scouting, Mr. Maney
CHUCK KEIPER TRAIL BACKPACKING ADVENTURE – Clinton County, PA. 6/29/12, 6/30/12, 7/1/12
TRAIL BACKGROUND: The Chuck Keiper trail is a strenuous trail in the heart of “The PA Wilds”. The section of trail we will be doing traverses through the protected Fish Dam Wild area and the Burns Wild area. These areas are truly remote, beautiful, and mountainous. In fact, after mentioning to the state forest ranger about our planned descent into the Burnes Run Wild Area, he asked if we could write a report on the condition of the valley. We will likely camp in the Burnes Run Wild Area, if we get in early enough there will be time to trout fish and explore the valley. Each descent into the protected areas will be over 1500 ft., and that means 1500 ft. back out. Fun fun!! The state has introduced fishers into these areas. Fishers are similar to badgers, they are nocturnal, they like to travel through the canopy, so it is unlikely we will see any, but if we see an upside down porcupine with its head eaten off we will know there are fishers in the area. As we drive up to the trail head we will pass an island called by the Indians and early settlers “The Great Island” the great Island contained several Indian villages. The island is located at the intersection of many Indian paths Many mixed tribal meetings were held on the Island, I think it would be interesting for one or several of the scouts to get some additional info about the area’s history and bio diversity. Total mileage: 30 miles.
Trip is open to 2 T142 Registered Adult Leaders and 8 Scouts. If an additional T142 adult leader would like to come please contact ASM Andy Latanishen.
Its that time of year again; summer camp registration is open.
In an effort to help your family budget, the summer camp fee will be broken into three payments. The first payment of $90 is due by March 8. The two remaining payments of $100 each are due April 12 and May 10. Campership financial assistance is available; if you are in need, fill out a campership form that can be found on the Troop web site. Forms must be received by 3-16. All other forms and information Docs related to summer camp can also be found on our site.
Attached are coupons to turn in with each payment to make the process easier for you and the Troop. Please bring your payment and the appropriate coupon to the Scout meeting on or before March 8, April 12, and May 10 or mail your payment and coupon to Assistant Scoutmaster Gingrich by the due date to insure your son has the opportunity to attend camp with the Troop. Please remember that we need separate payments for each event for accounting purposes. If you have more than one Scout in the Troop, you can combine their summer camp payments into one check. If you prefer to pay your sons entire camp fee in one payment, submit the full payment of $290 by March 8.
In the spring, the Scouts will select the merit badges they will work on during camp. Afterwards, we will send paperwork home with your Scout explaining the merit badge requirements. Payment for merit badge kits, books, supplies, camp photos, and the family dinner before the closing ceremony must be paid by May 10. Payment must be made with a separate check from your sons camp payment.
Boy Scouts of America policy require that Scouts must have an annual physical to participate in summer camp and other outings. The form can be found on the Troop website (http://troop142lititzpa.org). Log in and click on Summer Camp Information under the MENU heading on the left. Print and complete a copy of the Medical Form. Physical forms must be turned into the Troop, kept on file, and taken along on all outings. Those attending camp this summer must have an updated physical form turned into the Troop by June 21. The Physical cannot be older then July 31, 2011.
