2012 Event Archive
2012 Troop/Pack 65 Annual Christmas Party
TO: Troop 65 and Pack 65 Scouts and Families
WHAT: Please join us for our annual Troop/Pack 65 Christmas Party!!!
WHERE: Kerr Building, Philadelphia Presbyterian Church
WHEN: Monday, Dec 17th 7:00pm – 8:30pm
RSVP: (RSVP is a MUST PLEASE!!!!)
ACTIVITIES:
Please join us for our end of year holiday celebration!!!! We will be serving light snacks and desserts and playing family Bingo!!!
Donations to Toys for Tots will be collected. Please bring an unwrapped present if you wish to participate.
Toy donations can be dropped off at Troop Scout Hut on following two Monday nights or night of party.
TO: Troop 65 and Pack 65 Scouts and Families
WHAT: Please join us for our annual Troop/Pack 65 Christmas Party!!!
WHERE: Kerr Building, Philadelphia Presbyterian Church
WHEN: Monday, Dec 17th 7:00pm – 8:30pm
RSVP: (RSVP is a MUST PLEASE!!!!)
ACTIVITIES:
Please join us for our end of year holiday celebration!!!! We will be serving light snacks and desserts and playing family Bingo!!!
Donations to Toys for Tots will be collected. Please bring an unwrapped present if you wish to participate.
Toy donations can be dropped off at Troop Scout Hut on following two Monday nights or night of party.
2012 Fall Camporee
TO: Troop 65
WHAT: Troop 65 October 2012 Camporee - A Camporee is a regional gathering of Scouting Troops and involves scout patrol competitions, with events such as: fire building, knot tying, archery, boat race, kick bridge, mystery event, outdoor cooking, camping and orienteering.
WHERE: BELK Scout Camp
WHEN: Friday, October 26 – Sunday, October 28
LEADER: Scoutmaster Hawkins
PAYMENTS: Tara O’Brien
· The plan for the October outing is Camporee at BELK Scout Camp
· All scouts are expected to attend
· Departure on Friday early evening
· Cost: $25 per Scout (register early by Oct 17th); $30 (late registration after Oct 17th)
o $12 per ASM
o Includes meals, transportation, patch, and Camporee registration
ACTION Requested:
Please RSVP http://www.bsa-troop65.org/
TO: Troop 65
WHAT: Troop 65 October 2012 Camporee - A Camporee is a regional gathering of Scouting Troops and involves scout patrol competitions, with events such as: fire building, knot tying, archery, boat race, kick bridge, mystery event, outdoor cooking, camping and orienteering.
WHERE: BELK Scout Camp
WHEN: Friday, October 26 – Sunday, October 28
LEADER: Scoutmaster Hawkins
PAYMENTS: Tara O’Brien
· The plan for the October outing is Camporee at BELK Scout Camp
· All scouts are expected to attend
· Departure on Friday early evening
· Cost: $25 per Scout (register early by Oct 17th); $30 (late registration after Oct 17th)
o $12 per ASM
o Includes meals, transportation, patch, and Camporee registration
ACTION Requested:
Please RSVP http://www.bsa-troop65.org/
Mock Camporee, Family Dinner, Court of Honor
TO: Troop 65
WHO: Open to ALL Scouts (Fri-Sun) and Parents (Saturday for Dinner and Court of Honor)
WHAT: Pre-Camporee, Family Dinner and Court of Honor
WHERE: Belk Scout Camp
WHEN: Friday, September 21 – Sunday, September 23
LEADER: Scoutmaster Billy Hawkins
COSTS: $15 per Scout and $5 per dinner guest
FUNDS COLLECTION: Tara O’Brien-Pifer
RSVP: http://www.bsa-troop65.org/index.html
MESSAGE FROM THE SCOUTMASTER:
· We expect ALL Scouts to attend this important weekend.
· Parents (and siblings) are invited to come Saturday (Sept 22nd) for the Dinner and Court of Honor
· We will be holding a family dinner at Belk Scout camp to allow parents of scouts in Troop 65 to observe the patrol in action. Parents will be treated to a meal prepared by the scouts of Troop 65 and you will be special guests at our summer Court of Honor.
· To put on this event and still adhere to the principles and methods of the scouting program, we ask that parents in attendance function as observers only so the troop and patrols can function as they would on any other scouting event where parents are not in attendance.
· The expectation of the upcoming Camporee in October is for all troops to be led by the boy leaders. It is important that the scout leadership not be compromised and that our Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Quartermaster and Patrol Leaders are allowed to lead the troop with as little outside influence as possible.
· Thanks for being in attendance as we work to help our troop and its leaders “Be Prepared” for the upcoming Camporee – Scoutmaster Hawkins
ITINERARY:
Friday, September 21
6:00pm – Meet at Scout Hut
7:00pm - Depart Scout Hut
· Eat dinner before coming
· We will travel in Class A uniforms
· Bring neckerchief, slide and merit badge sash for COH
7:30 – Set up camp
11:00 Lights Out
Saturday, September 22, 2012
10am - Begin Pre-Camporee Stations
1. Water Safety
2. Fire building
3. Flag etiquette
4. Orienteering
12:00 – 1:00pm - Lunch
1:00pm – 4:00pm Pre-Camporee Stations and activities
1. Knots & Rope
2. Kick Bridge
3. Archery
4:00 – 6:00pm Dinner Prep
6:00 – 8:00pm Dinner
8:00 – 10:00pm Court of Honor
Sunday, September 23, 2012
11:00 am Sunday - Return to Scout Hut
WHAT TO BRING (duffle bag or backpack)
· Appropriate t-shirts (base layer poly-wicking type) and mid-layer (fleece) or hoodie for evening
· Pants / shorts / socks / underwear / sleep wear / hat / light jacket - outer shell
· Sleeping bag, pad and pillow
· Hiking boots or sneakers (closed-toe); flashlight; personal first aid kit and a day pack
· Personal mess kit… Water bottle and a drinking cup, plate, bowl, utensils
· Toiletry kit…hand towel & washcloth, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, sunscreen
· Bring handbook, pencil, totin’ chit - camera
TO: Troop 65
WHO: Open to ALL Scouts (Fri-Sun) and Parents (Saturday for Dinner and Court of Honor)
WHAT: Pre-Camporee, Family Dinner and Court of Honor
WHERE: Belk Scout Camp
WHEN: Friday, September 21 – Sunday, September 23
LEADER: Scoutmaster Billy Hawkins
COSTS: $15 per Scout and $5 per dinner guest
FUNDS COLLECTION: Tara O’Brien-Pifer
RSVP: http://www.bsa-troop65.org/index.html
MESSAGE FROM THE SCOUTMASTER:
· We expect ALL Scouts to attend this important weekend.
· Parents (and siblings) are invited to come Saturday (Sept 22nd) for the Dinner and Court of Honor
· We will be holding a family dinner at Belk Scout camp to allow parents of scouts in Troop 65 to observe the patrol in action. Parents will be treated to a meal prepared by the scouts of Troop 65 and you will be special guests at our summer Court of Honor.
· To put on this event and still adhere to the principles and methods of the scouting program, we ask that parents in attendance function as observers only so the troop and patrols can function as they would on any other scouting event where parents are not in attendance.
· The expectation of the upcoming Camporee in October is for all troops to be led by the boy leaders. It is important that the scout leadership not be compromised and that our Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Quartermaster and Patrol Leaders are allowed to lead the troop with as little outside influence as possible.
· Thanks for being in attendance as we work to help our troop and its leaders “Be Prepared” for the upcoming Camporee – Scoutmaster Hawkins
ITINERARY:
Friday, September 21
6:00pm – Meet at Scout Hut
7:00pm - Depart Scout Hut
· Eat dinner before coming
· We will travel in Class A uniforms
· Bring neckerchief, slide and merit badge sash for COH
7:30 – Set up camp
11:00 Lights Out
Saturday, September 22, 2012
10am - Begin Pre-Camporee Stations
1. Water Safety
2. Fire building
3. Flag etiquette
4. Orienteering
12:00 – 1:00pm - Lunch
1:00pm – 4:00pm Pre-Camporee Stations and activities
1. Knots & Rope
2. Kick Bridge
3. Archery
4:00 – 6:00pm Dinner Prep
6:00 – 8:00pm Dinner
8:00 – 10:00pm Court of Honor
Sunday, September 23, 2012
11:00 am Sunday - Return to Scout Hut
WHAT TO BRING (duffle bag or backpack)
· Appropriate t-shirts (base layer poly-wicking type) and mid-layer (fleece) or hoodie for evening
· Pants / shorts / socks / underwear / sleep wear / hat / light jacket - outer shell
· Sleeping bag, pad and pillow
· Hiking boots or sneakers (closed-toe); flashlight; personal first aid kit and a day pack
· Personal mess kit… Water bottle and a drinking cup, plate, bowl, utensils
· Toiletry kit…hand towel & washcloth, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, sunscreen
· Bring handbook, pencil, totin’ chit - camera
Crowders Mountain - 5 Mile Hike and Kayak on Catawba
TO: Troop 65 – Scouts going on the 5-mile hike and Kayak on the Catawba
WHAT: Troop 65 August Outing – Hike and Kayak Day Trip
WHERE: Crowder’s Mountain and Catawba River (Flat water) – Tailrace Marina
WHEN: Saturday, August 25, 2011 (8:00am at Scout Hut – 8:00pm*)
LEADER: ASMs Thomas French (704-564-0337) and Paul Gallimore (704-516-0845)
DETAILS:
· Wear Class A for travel (and Hiking boots)
· COMPASS
· Day Pack & Water bottle
· Bring swim trunks, troop t-shirt + dry set of clothes
· Towel, Sunglasses & Sunscreen
· Hat or bandana
· Water/River shoes or old tennis shoes (no flip flops or bare feet)
· Bag Lunch and water bottle (Note: we will bring coolers to keep lunches in)
· Personal First Aid Kit
ITINERARY:
8:00am – 8:30am Meet at Scout Hut - Depart
10:00am – Trailhead at Crowder’s Mountain with map & compass
12:30pm – Crowder’s Mountain - (BYOBL) Bring your own bagged lunch
2:00pm – Tailrace Marina – Kayak on the Catawba
6:00pm – Picnic by the Patrols (Hot Dogs and Hamburgers)
8:00pm – Return to Scout Hut
(*)Subject to change
New River Float Trip
To: Troop 65 – All Ages, All Ranks
From: Thomas French – Outdoor Committee, ASM, Quartermaster
What: New River Float Trip (Dual Trips)
Here’s the high-level plan.
- We will ALL camp together at the NC New River State Park (US 221) at the group campsite on Friday night
- On Saturday, the 1st class and above Scouts will Funyak, Kayak or Canoe down the New River to an overnight, boat-in only campsite on the river. On Sunday, they will break camp and float to the take-out 3 miles down-river.
- Meanwhile, the 2nd class and below Scouts will be in Inner-tubes and float the New River on Saturday and be shuttled back to the NC New River State Park (US 221) to stay Saturday night
When: Friday, June 22 – Sunday, June 24, 2012
Costs: $43.50 for the Tube Trip; $50.50 for the Kayak/Canoe Trip – estimated
Payments: Tara O’Brien
Since this is a water trip, safety is a very high priority. YOU MUST COMPLETE the following training:
1. Adults are to complete Safety Afloat Training and Safe Swim Defense Training (online)
2. Adults to complete First Aid Training (Scheduled for May 30th)
3. Scouts to complete a 2012 Swimming Assessment (Roger Hagy to coordinate). NOTE: Assessment also counts for the Summer Camp Swimming.
TO: Troop 65 – Scouts going on the 5-mile hike and Kayak on the Catawba
WHAT: Troop 65 August Outing – Hike and Kayak Day Trip
WHERE: Crowder’s Mountain and Catawba River (Flat water) – Tailrace Marina
WHEN: Saturday, August 25, 2011 (8:00am at Scout Hut – 8:00pm*)
LEADER: ASMs Thomas French (704-564-0337) and Paul Gallimore (704-516-0845)
DETAILS:
· Wear Class A for travel (and Hiking boots)
· COMPASS
· Day Pack & Water bottle
· Bring swim trunks, troop t-shirt + dry set of clothes
· Towel, Sunglasses & Sunscreen
· Hat or bandana
· Water/River shoes or old tennis shoes (no flip flops or bare feet)
· Bag Lunch and water bottle (Note: we will bring coolers to keep lunches in)
· Personal First Aid Kit
ITINERARY:
8:00am – 8:30am Meet at Scout Hut - Depart
10:00am – Trailhead at Crowder’s Mountain with map & compass
12:30pm – Crowder’s Mountain - (BYOBL) Bring your own bagged lunch
2:00pm – Tailrace Marina – Kayak on the Catawba
6:00pm – Picnic by the Patrols (Hot Dogs and Hamburgers)
8:00pm – Return to Scout Hut
(*)Subject to change
New River Float Trip
To: Troop 65 – All Ages, All Ranks
From: Thomas French – Outdoor Committee, ASM, Quartermaster
What: New River Float Trip (Dual Trips)
Here’s the high-level plan.
- We will ALL camp together at the NC New River State Park (US 221) at the group campsite on Friday night
- On Saturday, the 1st class and above Scouts will Funyak, Kayak or Canoe down the New River to an overnight, boat-in only campsite on the river. On Sunday, they will break camp and float to the take-out 3 miles down-river.
- Meanwhile, the 2nd class and below Scouts will be in Inner-tubes and float the New River on Saturday and be shuttled back to the NC New River State Park (US 221) to stay Saturday night
When: Friday, June 22 – Sunday, June 24, 2012
Costs: $43.50 for the Tube Trip; $50.50 for the Kayak/Canoe Trip – estimated
Payments: Tara O’Brien
Since this is a water trip, safety is a very high priority. YOU MUST COMPLETE the following training:
1. Adults are to complete Safety Afloat Training and Safe Swim Defense Training (online)
2. Adults to complete First Aid Training (Scheduled for May 30th)
3. Scouts to complete a 2012 Swimming Assessment (Roger Hagy to coordinate). NOTE: Assessment also counts for the Summer Camp Swimming.
Beaver Days Camp Grimes
TO: Troop 65 and Committee
WHO: Open to all Scouts, all ranks
WHAT: Beaver Days…is about improving the camp for summer activities
WHERE: Camp Grimes – Nebo, NC
WHEN: Friday, May 18, (Meet at 6:00pm) – Returning to Sunday May 20th approximately 3:00pm
RSVP: http://www.bsa-troop65.org/index.html
Money Collection: Tara O’Brien-Pifer
COST: $25
Message: This is an especially important trip for the new Scouts as they get to “see” Camp Grimes (aka Summer Camp), please make every effort to attend
TO: Troop 65 and Committee
WHO: Open to all Scouts, all ranks
WHAT: Beaver Days…is about improving the camp for summer activities
WHERE: Camp Grimes – Nebo, NC
WHEN: Friday, May 18, (Meet at 6:00pm) – Returning to Sunday May 20th approximately 3:00pm
RSVP: http://www.bsa-troop65.org/index.html
Money Collection: Tara O’Brien-Pifer
COST: $25
Message: This is an especially important trip for the new Scouts as they get to “see” Camp Grimes (aka Summer Camp), please make every effort to attend
Duke Encampment - 5/11/12-5/12/12
19 boys
2012 Duke Encampment Roster
Shaw Air Expo
TO: Troop 65 and Committee
WHO: Open to all Scouts, all ranks and Committee Members
RE: Change of Trips on weekend of May 5-6
WHAT: Shaw Air Force Base for their Air Expo http://shawairexpo.com/faq
WHERE: Shaw Air Force Base. Near Sumter, SC…south of Camden, SC
WHEN: Saturday, May 5, (Meet at 7:00am at Scout Hut, leaving at 7:30am) – Returning to Scout Hut 8:00 – 8:30pm
LEADER: Scoutmaster Billy Hawkins
Money Collection: Tara O’Brien-Pifer
COSTS: $15 (check written to the Troop) for round trip transportation and roadside picnic dinner after the show. PLUS, we recommend $10 to purchase lunch / snacks and $XX for souvenirs while on base (given to your Scout on Saturday).
Itinerary
7:00am - Meet at Scout Hut
7:30am – Depart
9:45 – 10:00 – Arrive Shaw AFB
11:30 – Air show begins
Noon – Pay for lunch / snacks / food on your own while on base
4:00 – Air show ends
4:30 – Depart
5:30 – Roadside picnic dinner, Camden, SC
6:30pm – Depart
8:00pm – Arrive at Scout Hut
Shawfest Air Expo. http://shawairexpo.com/
This Air Show is a BIG one….and only happens once every two years. Take a look at some of the performers (USAF Thunderbirds, Golden Knights, F-16s, Cobra Helicopters)…and pyro!
19 boys
2012 Duke Encampment Roster
Shaw Air Expo
TO: Troop 65 and Committee
WHO: Open to all Scouts, all ranks and Committee Members
RE: Change of Trips on weekend of May 5-6
WHAT: Shaw Air Force Base for their Air Expo http://shawairexpo.com/faq
WHERE: Shaw Air Force Base. Near Sumter, SC…south of Camden, SC
WHEN: Saturday, May 5, (Meet at 7:00am at Scout Hut, leaving at 7:30am) – Returning to Scout Hut 8:00 – 8:30pm
LEADER: Scoutmaster Billy Hawkins
Money Collection: Tara O’Brien-Pifer
COSTS: $15 (check written to the Troop) for round trip transportation and roadside picnic dinner after the show. PLUS, we recommend $10 to purchase lunch / snacks and $XX for souvenirs while on base (given to your Scout on Saturday).
Itinerary
7:00am - Meet at Scout Hut
7:30am – Depart
9:45 – 10:00 – Arrive Shaw AFB
11:30 – Air show begins
Noon – Pay for lunch / snacks / food on your own while on base
4:00 – Air show ends
4:30 – Depart
5:30 – Roadside picnic dinner, Camden, SC
6:30pm – Depart
8:00pm – Arrive at Scout Hut
Shawfest Air Expo. http://shawairexpo.com/
This Air Show is a BIG one….and only happens once every two years. Take a look at some of the performers (USAF Thunderbirds, Golden Knights, F-16s, Cobra Helicopters)…and pyro!
Spring 2012 BBQ April 27-28
Ravens Knob Scout Camp Trip - 5 Mile Hike
To: Troop 65 – all ages and ranks are expected
What: April Camping
When: Friday, April 13 - 15
Where: Raven Knob Scout Camp http://www.ravenknob.com/
Activities: Camping, 5-mile hike to Raven’s Knob
Cost: $25 for fuel, food and accommodations
RSVP now via the Troop website: http://www.bsa-troop65.org/
Payments: Will be collected by Tara O’Brien
ASM Contact: Thomas French
Court of Honor
For the whole family!!
March 26th
Fort Bragg Trip -
Please note the 5pm departure, this is a MUST asFort Bragg required entry by 8pm
WHO: Troop 65, All ranks, all ages
WHAT: Tour of Fort Bragg, NC
WHEN: March 2 - 4, 2012
WHERE: Fort Bragg, NC Military Base
COST: $33 - written to the Troop ($10 for lodging, $8 Gas, $10 for shooting sports, $5 bowling)
FOOD COST: $12 (Cash for cafeteria meals)
EXTRA MONEY: $XX (Army/Navy Surplus shopping)
RSVP:
DEADLINE TO RESPOND IS FEB 17th
MONEY COLLECTION: Tara O’Brien
Contact: Billy Hawkins and Thomas French
WHAT: Tour of Fort Bragg, NC
WHEN: March 2 - 4, 2012
WHERE: Fort Bragg, NC Military Base
COST: $33 - written to the Troop ($10 for lodging, $8 Gas, $10 for shooting sports, $5 bowling)
FOOD COST: $12 (Cash for cafeteria meals)
EXTRA MONEY: $XX (Army/Navy Surplus shopping)
RSVP:
DEADLINE TO RESPOND IS FEB 17th
MONEY COLLECTION: Tara O’Brien
Contact: Billy Hawkins and Thomas French
New Scout Lock-In - Feb 11 - Feb 12
ANNOUNCEMENT: Lock-in sign-up for February overnight
TO: Troop 65
WHO: New scouts and anyone NOT going on the Bob Hardin trip…to help NEW scouts
WHAT: Lock-in sleepover
WHEN: Saturday, February 11 (drop off 6:00pm) – Sunday, February 12 (pickup 8:00 – 8:30AM)
WHERE: Kerr Building, PPC
COST: $4 per Scout
PAYMENTS: Tara O’Brien will collect funds
ACTIVITIES: Work on Scout rank, toten chip and watch a Scout movie
RSVP
CONTACT: Scoutmaster Hawkins
BRING: Scout Book; Class A uniform; sleeping pad and bag, pillow and toilet kit, flashlight
TO: Troop 65
WHO: New scouts and anyone NOT going on the Bob Hardin trip…to help NEW scouts
WHAT: Lock-in sleepover
WHEN: Saturday, February 11 (drop off 6:00pm) – Sunday, February 12 (pickup 8:00 – 8:30AM)
WHERE: Kerr Building, PPC
COST: $4 per Scout
PAYMENTS: Tara O’Brien will collect funds
ACTIVITIES: Work on Scout rank, toten chip and watch a Scout movie
RSVP
CONTACT: Scoutmaster Hawkins
BRING: Scout Book; Class A uniform; sleeping pad and bag, pillow and toilet kit, flashlight
Trip Cancelled due to bad weather.
Bob Hardin Scout Camp - Cold Weather Camping (Sleep in Adirondacks)
TO: Troop 65
ANNOUNCEMENT: Sign-up for February overnight outing
WHAT: February outing (cold weather campout)
WHERE: Bob Hardin Scout Camp (Sleep in Adirondacks)
WHEN: Friday, February 10 – Sunday, February 12
COST: $30 per Scout
PAYMENTS: Tara O’Brien will collect funds
ACTIVITIES: Camping; Hiking; Other Camp Skills
WHO: All ages and ranks are expected with the exception of the new scouts (they will have a lock-in on Saturday night at the Kerr Bldg)
RSVP: http://www.bsa-troop65.org/
CONTACT: ASM Thomas French
ANNOUNCEMENT: Sign-up for February overnight outing
WHAT: February outing (cold weather campout)
WHERE: Bob Hardin Scout Camp (Sleep in Adirondacks)
WHEN: Friday, February 10 – Sunday, February 12
COST: $30 per Scout
PAYMENTS: Tara O’Brien will collect funds
ACTIVITIES: Camping; Hiking; Other Camp Skills
WHO: All ages and ranks are expected with the exception of the new scouts (they will have a lock-in on Saturday night at the Kerr Bldg)
RSVP: http://www.bsa-troop65.org/
CONTACT: ASM Thomas French
Orienteering Day Trip
· What: Orienteering (Carolina Orienteering Club Meet) <http://www.carolina-ok.org/schedule.php>
· When: Day Trip – Saturday, February 4th (Depart 9:00am – Return 3:00pm)
· Where: Reedy Creek Nature Preserve
· Cost: $10 ($6 per map and $4 for transportation)
· Lunch: Bring your own
· Bring: Compass; Ink pen; water bottle; appropriate outerwear
· RSVP via the Troop website: **URL Coming**
· Checks will be collected by Tara O’Brien
· ASM Contact: Richard Hollenbaugh
· What: Orienteering (Carolina Orienteering Club Meet) <http://www.carolina-ok.org/schedule.php>
· When: Day Trip – Saturday, February 4th (Depart 9:00am – Return 3:00pm)
· Where: Reedy Creek Nature Preserve
· Cost: $10 ($6 per map and $4 for transportation)
· Lunch: Bring your own
· Bring: Compass; Ink pen; water bottle; appropriate outerwear
· RSVP via the Troop website: **URL Coming**
· Checks will be collected by Tara O’Brien
· ASM Contact: Richard Hollenbaugh
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*** Important Date Change ***
Day Ski Trip Mon 1/23/2012 to Appalachian Ski Mountain & Snow Sports Merit Badge Monday, Jan 23th – Depart for Ski Trip at (7:15am) -- Return from Ski Trip (between 8:00-9:00pm) $55 includes: lift ticket, skis, boots, group lesson, transportation, lunch/snacks/drinks. Snowboard is an additional $5 Mr. French will be offering the Snow Sports Merit Badge for those interested. When: Snow Sports MB Worksheet Workshop – Monday, January 9th at 6:00pm – Scout Hut. Partial merit badges form 2011 can also be completed (paperwork, ski evaluation) The skiing portion of the Snow Sports Merit Badge will be coordinated through the French-Swiss Ski College Please RSVP via the Troop 65 website. Payments are being collected by our Treasurer, Tara Obrien |