WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR JUNE 14TH, 2026

NO TROOP MEETING THIS WEEK

PLEASE READ BELOW FOR IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS!

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Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR JUNE 7TH, 2026

SUMMER MEETING SCHEDULE BEGINS TOMORROW WITH TROOP MEETING FROM 7-8PM

Uniform for summer meetings are Class B (Troop or past summer camp shirt). Please also note, summer meetings only last an hour!

□ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS BELOW □

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR MAY 31ST, 2026

SPRING COURT OF HONOR IS MONDAY

KERR BUILDING @ 7PM

We will be recognizing and awarding all ranks and merit badges earned over the spring. Parents, be sure to join us! Please drop off your Scout at the Scout Hut and grab a seat inside the Kerr Building (located right next door)!

UNIFORM IS FULL CLASS A WITH SASH!

⚠️ NEXT PLC IS MONDAY @ 6:15 PM ⚠️

Our next PLC is set for Monday, June 1st @ 6:15 pm, before the Court of Honor. Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders, Patrol Leaders, Troop Guides should plan to attend. We will be planning our summer meetings & activities!

□ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS BELOW □

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR MAY 17TH, 2026

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7:00 PM

Our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 pm! Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath.

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DEADLINE BLUE CARDS DUE FOR COURT OF HONOR

Just a reminder, in preparation for the June 1st Court of Honor, please turn in any completed and signed blue cards or have your Merit Badge counselor record your completions in Scoutbook by tomorrow, May 18, at the latest. 

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR MAY 10TH, 2026

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7:00 PM

Our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 pm! Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath.

We also want to say Happy Mother's Day to all our Scout moms. None of what we do would be possible without your choosing to have Troops 65 & 1265 be your Scouting home. As the saying goes, behind every successful Scout is a mom who believed in the Scout before they believed in themselves!

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OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

LAST CALL BACKPACKING TRIP

MAY 15-17 | ROAN HIGHLANDS, NC/TN

NEW DETAILS BELOW!

We're less than a week away from our backpacking trip to the Appalachian Trail in the Roan Highlands. Here are a few important reminders for those attending:

Please review the packing list and itinerary at the link to the right.

• Gear shakedown: Moved from Thursday to Wednesday, still 7:00–9:00 PM. If this is your scout's first backpacking trip, or if you want to make sure everything is packed correctly, please bring their pack to the shakedown.
• Weather update: The current forecast looks great, with temperatures in the low 60s during the day and mid-50s at night. Since forecasts can change quickly, please keep checking for updates throughout the week.

Each scout should bring their own meals:

• 2 breakfasts
• 1 lunch
• 1 dinner

Meal suggestions:

• For breakfast and dinner, backpacking meals like Mountain House or Backpacker's Pantry work well and can be found at Walmart, Academy Sports, or REI.
• For lunch, please avoid meals that require boiling water. Better options include granola bars, crackers, cheese or peanut butter, and jerky.

At Monday's meeting, we'll finalize tent assignments and divide tent parts among tent mates to help share the weight.

If your scout is going on the trip but will not be at Monday's meeting, please let me know so we can plan accordingly.

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR MAY 3RD, 2026

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7:00 PM

Our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 pm! Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath.

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OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

LAST CALL BACKPACKING TRIP

MAY 15-17 | ROAN HIGHLANDS, NC/TN

RSVP BY MAY 8TH!

Our next camping trip is our annual backpacking trip. This spring, we are visiting one of the most beautiful sections of the Appalachian Trail - the Roan Highlands and Carver's Gap!

We again are offering two different options:

• Experienced Backpackers: 14.3-mile trip that will travel one of the most beautiful sections of the Appalachian Trail - Carver's Gap to US 19E

• 1st-Time Backpackers: 6.2-mile trip visiting Massie Gap & Yellow Mountain

   

Both trips will see (hopefully) the gorgeous rhododendrons.

Please note: This is true backpacking - a pack in and pack out event, carrying everything on your back.

Click the appropriate button to RSVP or the check out the packing list and itinerary. Note, some of the gear listed below can/will be shared such as tents.

The cost for this trip will be only fuel contribution and the shuttle from the ending location of the hike. The cost for this trip will be $25 per person. 

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR APR 26TH, 2026

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7:00 PM

Our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 pm! Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath.

⚠️ NEXT PLC MEETING IS MONDAY, APRIL 27TH⚠️

Our next PLC is set for Monday, April 27th @ 6:15 pm. Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders, Patrol Leaders, Troop Guides should plan to attend. We will be planning our May meetings

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OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW 2026 BACKPACKING TRIP

MAY 15-19 | ROAN HIGHLANDS, NC/TN

RSVP BY MAY 8TH!

Our next camping trip is our annual backpacking trip. This spring, we are visiting one of the most beautiful sections of the Appalachian Trail - the Roan Highlands and Carver's Gap!

We again are offering two different options:

• Experienced Backpackers: 14.3-mile trip that will travel one of the most beautiful sections of the Appalachian Trail - Carver's Gap to US 19E

• 1st-Time Backpackers: 6.2-mile trip visiting Massie Gap & Yellow Mountain

Both trips will see (hopefully) the gorgeous rhododendrons.

Please note: This is true backpacking - a pack in and pack out event, carrying everything on your back.

Click the appropriate button to RSVP or the check out the packing list and itinerary. Note, some of the gear listed below can/will be shared such as tents.

The cost for this trip will be only fuel contribution and the shuttle from the ending location of the hike. The cost for this trip will be $25 per person. 

NEW 2026 MINT HILL FUNDRAISER OPPORTUNITIES

The Town of Mint Hill has approached the Troop about assisting with parking for town events for the rest of the year, resulting in a donation to the Troop for each event. The work will involve directing attendees to open parking spaces.

The first event is the Fetching Fun festival at Founder's Park on next Saturday, May 3. Volunteers are needed from 9:30 am until 2:00 pm. Volunteers will earn a percentage of the donation back into their scout account for use for trips or summer camp.

If you are interested, please click the button to the right. If you have questions, please reach out to Mr. Cavalline or Mr. Hall

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR APR 19TH, 2026

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7:00 PM

Our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 pm! Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath.

⚠️ NEXT PLC MEETING IS MONDAY, APRIL 27TH⚠️

Our next PLC is set for Monday, April 27th @ 6:15 pm. Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders, Patrol Leaders, Troop Guides should plan to attend. We will be planning our May meetings

□ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS BELOW □

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW 2026 BACKPACKING TRIP

MAY 15-19 | ROAN HIGHLANDS, NC/TN

RSVP BY MAY 8TH!

Our next camping trip is our annual backpacking trip. This spring, we are visiting one of the most beautiful sections of the Appalachian Trail - the Roan Highlands and Carver's Gap!

We again are offering two different options:

• Experienced Backpackers: 14.3-mile trip that will travel one of the most beautiful sections of the Appalachian Trail - Carver's Gap to US 19E

• 1st-Time Backpackers: 6.2-mile trip visiting Massie Gap & Yellow Mountain

   

Both trips will see (hopefully) the gorgeous rhododendrons.

Please note: This is true backpacking - a pack in and pack out event, carrying everything on your back.

Click the appropriate button to RSVP or the check out the packing list and itinerary. Note, some of the gear listed below can/will be shared such as tents.

The cost for this trip will be only fuel contribution and the shuttle from the ending location of the hike. The cost for this trip will be $25 per person. 

NEW 2026 MINT HILL FUNDRAISER OPPORTUNITIES

The Town of Mint Hill has approached the Troop about assisting with parking for town events for the rest of the year, resulting in a donation to the Troop for each event. The work will involve directing attendees to open parking spaces.

The first event is the Fetching Fun festival at Founder's Park on May 3. Volunteers are needed from 9:30 am until 2:00 pm.

If you are interest, please reach out to Mr. Cavalline or Mr. Hall

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR APR 12TH, 2026

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7:00 PM

Our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 pm! Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath.

⚠️ DEADLINE TO RSVP FOR CAMPOREE IS 4/13! ⚠️

The deadline to RSVP for the 2026 Camporee is Monday, April 13th before the Troop meeting. Please see below for info how to sign up!

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OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW 2026 ETOWAH CAMPOREE

APRIL 17-19 | Belk Scout Camp

RSVP BY APRIL 13TH!

Our next camping trip is next weekend at the Etowah Camporee at Belk Scout Camp.And we are now at the deadline to RSVP. We ask that everyone RSVP by Monday, April 13th so we can submit our patrols for competitions!

For those who have not attended a camporee, this is an event where Scouting units compete in a variety of Scout skills competitions to show off what they've learned.

This year, we will compete not only with from Troops Etowah District, but also Troops from the Old Hickory District in Central North Carolina Council.

The cost to attend is $25 per Scout ($10 to the District for registration and $15 for food to the Troop).

We also have updated our packing list and itinerary to reflect next weekend's weather. Be sure to check it out before the trip.

REMINDER 2026 CAMP CARD FUNDRAISER NOW COMPLETE

MONEY OR EXCESS CARDS DUE MONDAY

If you took Camp Cards to sell, it is now time to bring in the money from your sales or your unsold cards. We need this by Monday, April 13th. You can either bring cash/check on Monday or pay the Troop via PayPal or Zelle using the instructions on the Troop website.

The Troop must return everything by the end of next week to get a full commission from Council. Let me know if you have any questions.

Have questions? Just reach out to Mr. Cavalline or Mr. Hall

Need a Merit Badge Counselor?

Counselor lists are now available!

Scoutbook only gives registered leaders access to the Merit Badge Counselor lists. However, in an effort to make it easier for everyone, we created this website listing all merit badges with Eagle required highlighted in blue

Don't forget the proper procedure:

• Choose which merit badge you would like to earn
• Contact the counselor
• Speak to Mr. Hall about pursuing this merit badge and obtain a blue card!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR APR 5TH, 2026

NO TROOP MEETING MONDAY DUE TO SPRING BREAK

Just a reminder, we do not have a Troop meeting this week due to Spring Break! We hope everyone has a great time off! Our next meeting will be Monday, April 13th.