WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR SEPT 16TH, 2024

REMINDER! TROOP MEETING ON MONDAY AT 7:00 PM!

Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

New Jack Eagle Scout   Service Project Work Day

Sept 21st @ 8:30 am | Philadelphia Pres

Jack is ready to begin his Eagle Scout Service Project and he needs volunteers.

He's working to repair the rear entrance to Philadelphia Presbyterian Church (the one through the woods across street from Bain). 

Please click the button below for more details of the work, times that Jack needs volunteers and a sign up to help out! Remember, one day you will need Scouts to help with your project too, so be sure to help out!

New Haunted Woods Work Days

OCT 5TH | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thank you to those who helped clear the trail this weekend. Our next workday is set for Saturday, October 5th!

Please click the button below to choose a slot to volunteer to help!

New Virginia Creeper Trail Trip

Oct 11th-13th | Damascus, VA

PLEASE RSVP BY SEPT 29TH

Our next camping trip will be a return to the Virginia Creeper Trail! We'll be camping at Beartree Campground and biking the 17 miles from Whitetop Station to Damascus. Don't worry about the mileage as it is all downhill or flat. We even saw a toddler on bike with training wheels make it two years ago!

This year, we will have the AOLs from Pack 65 join us to see why life in Troop 65 is so much fun! We are also planning to offer the cycling merit badge for anyone interested. Please click the button below to RSVP. We ask that you RSVP by September 29th!

New Summer Camp 2025

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

We are now booked for our 2025 Summer Camp destination - Woodruff Scout Camp in Blairsville, GA (near GA, NC and TN border)! It's widely considered one of the best BSA camps in the country and has some pretty unique features and activities. We already have details about the camp ready for you to review - just click the button 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 SEPT 9TH, 2024

REMINDER! FALL COURT OF HONOR IS MONDAY NIGHT @ 7:00 PM in the Old Chapel (next to cemetery)! Uniform is full Class A with Sash!

We will be recognizing and awarding all ranks and merit badges earned over the summer. Please drop off your Scout at the Chapel and grab a seat inside!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

Rescheduled Canoe Camping

NEW DATE TBD

After discussion among Troop leadership, we need to reschedule this camping trip due to need for build days for the scare areas of the Haunted Woods fundraiser this fall.

I apologize about any inconvenience, but we will get this scheduled later this fall or next spring! The success of our fall fundraiser is paramount for the Troop's budget.

If you are wondering, "what are the haunted woods?", check out the next item

New Haunted Woods Work Days

SEPT 14TH & OCT 5TH | 8:00 AM

Back after popular demand, the Troop 65 Haunted Woods!  Anyone who grew up in Mint Hill in the 80s and 90s knows how much fun was had at the Troop 65 Haunted Woods trail. BUT, for us to get it going again, WE NEED YOUR HELP!

We've scheduled two Saturday builds as of now. Please click the button below to choose a slot to volunteer to help!

New Jack Eagle Scout   Service Project Work Day

Sept 21st @ 8:30 am | Philadelphia Pres

Jack is ready to begin his Eagle Scout Service Project and he needs volunteers.

He's working to repair the rear entrance to Philadelphia Presbyterian Church (the one through the woods across street from Bain). 

Please click the button below for more details of the work, times that Jack needs volunteers and more. Remember, one day you will need Scouts to help with your project too, so be sure to help out!

New Virginia Creeper Trail Trip

Oct 11th-13th | Damascus, VA

Our next camping trip will be a return to the Virginia Creeper Trail! We'll be camping at Beartree Campground and biking the 17 miles from Whitetop Station to Damascus. Don't worry about the mileage as it is all downhill or flat. We even saw a toddler on bike with training wheels make it two years ago!

This year, we will have the AOLs from Pack 65 join us to see why life in Troop 65 is so much fun! We are also planning to offer the cycling merit badge for anyone interested. We will have a signup available by Sept. 12th!

New Summer Camp 2025

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

We are now booked for our 2025 Summer Camp destination - Woodruff Scout Camp in Blairsville, GA (near GA, NC and TN border)! It's widely considered one of the best BSA camps in the country and has some pretty unique features and activities. We already have details about the camp ready for you to review - just click the button 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 SEPT 2ND, 2024

REMINDER: NO MEETING TONIGHT DUE TO LABOR DAY HOLIDAY! ENJOY YOUR DAY OFF!

Thank you to all who attended the Pack 65 Open House! The event was a great success and early reports from Pack leadership indicate around 15 new Scouts are joining the 65 family!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

New Troop Fall Court of Honor

MON SEPT 9TH @ 7:00 PM | PPC

Next Monday is our next Court of Honor. It will start at 7 PM in the Kerr Building (gym next to Scout Hut). We will be handing out all the hard earned award from summer and Summer Camp!

Parents, please drop off your scouts no later than 6:45 and then proceed into the Kerr building and grab a seat. Scouts should be in full Class A uniform with sash.

Rescheduled Canoe Camping

NEW DATE TBD

After discussion among Troop leadership, we need to reschedule this camping trip due to need for build days for the scare areas of the Haunted Woods fundraiser this fall.

I apologize about any inconvenience, but we will get this scheduled later this fall or next spring! The success of our fall fundraiser is paramount for the Troop's budget.

If you are wondering, "what are the haunted woods?", check out the next item

New Haunted Woods Work Days

SEPT 14TH & OCT 5TH | 8:00 AM

Back after popular demand, the Troop 65 Haunted Woods!  Anyone who grew up in Mint Hill in the 80s and 90s knows how much fun was had at the Troop 65 Haunted Woods trail. BUT, for us to get it going again, WE NEED YOUR HELP!

We've scheduled two Saturday builds as of now. Please click the button below to choose a slot to volunteer to help!

New Jack Eagle Scout   Service Project Work Day

SEPT 21ST @ 8:30 | PHILADELPHIA PRES

Jack is ready to begin his Eagle Scout Service Project and he needs volunteers.

He's working to repair the rear entrance to Philadelphia Presbyterian Church (the one through the woods across street from Bain). 

Please click the button below for more details of the work, times that Jack needs volunteers and more. Remember, one day you will need Scouts to help with your project too, so be sure to help out!

New Summer Camp 2025

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

We are now booked for our 2025 Summer Camp destination - Woodruff Scout Camp in Blairsville, GA (near GA, NC and TN border)! It's widely considered one of the best BSA camps in the country and has some pretty unique features and activities. We already have details about the camp ready for you to review - just click the button 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 AUGUST 26TH, 2024

REMINDER: We have our next Troop Meeting on Monday, August 26th @ 7:00 pm. Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath. Reminder: we are returning to our school year schedule, so meetings will be 1:30 long!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

New TROOP FALL ELECTIONS

DEADLINE TO FILE: TONIGHT, AUG 25TH

ELECTION NIGHT: MONDAY, AUG 26TH

It's time to elect our next Troop and Patrol Leadership. Whether you plan to run for an elected position or you are seeking an appointed position, the deadline to file is tonight! This allows time to have your name added to the ballots for election on tomorrow. Click the buttons below to learn more about the positions available or to file your candidacy!

New Pack/Troop Open House

Thurs, Aug 29th | 6:00-8:00 PM

Come help us recruit new Cub Scouts for Pack 65 and possibly new Scouts for Troop 65! We'll be setting up a mock campsite and s'mores station while the Pack has a bounce house for the younger kids to enjoy!

If you help recruit one new Scout, you will earn your recruiter strip for your uniform!

NEXT TRIP Canoe Camping

Sept. 13-15th | Lake James State Park

Get ready to get your paddle on! We'll be heading to Lake James State Park where we paddle to our campsites. Gear and meals will be backpacking-style as paddling is the only way to access where we will camp.

We also will offer instruction for canoeing merit badge for anyone interested. We are still working on final logistics and will aim to have a signup ready by 8/28!

New Summer Camp 2025

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

We are now booked for our 2025 Summer Camp destination - Woodruff Scout Camp in Blairsville, GA (near GA, NC and TN border)! It's widely considered one of the best BSA camps in the country and has some pretty unique features and activities. We already have details about the camp ready for you to review - just click the button 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 AUGUST 19TH, 2024

REMINDER: We have our next Troop Meeting on Monday, August 19th @ 7:00 pm. We will be working on the Haunted Woods trail so please come dressed in clothes you are okay with getting dirty so no Class A uniform!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

New TROOP FALL ELECTIONS

DEADLINE TO FILE: FRIDAY, AUG 22ND

ELECTION NIGHT: MONDAY, AUG 26TH

It's time to elect our next Troop and Patrol Leadership. Whether you plan to run for an elected position or you are seeking an appointed position, the deadline to file is Friday, August 22nd. This allows time to have your name added to the ballots for election on Monday, August 26th. Click the buttons below to learn more about the positions available or to file your candidacy!

New Pack/Troop Open House

Thurs, Aug 29th | 6:00-8:00 PM

Come help us recruit new Cub Scouts for Pack 65 and possibly new Scouts for Troop 65! We'll be setting up a mock campsite and s'mores station while the Pack has a bounce house for the younger kids to enjoy!

If you help recruit one new Scout, you will earn your recruiter strip for your uniform!

New Fall Court of Honor

Mon, Sept. 9th | Kerr Bldg | 7:00 PM

Be sure to save the date for our next Court of Honor to recognize all of the ranks and merit badges earned this summer!

Close to earning that next rank? Have some blue cards to turn in? Please make sure to have these completed no later than Thurs., August 29th!  

Next Trip Canoe Camping

Sept. 13-15th | Lake James State Park

Get ready to get your paddle on! We'll be heading to Lake James State Park where we paddle to our campsites. Gear and meals will be backpacking-style as paddling is the only way to access where we will camp.

We also will offer instruction for canoeing merit badge for anyone interested.

New Summer Camp 202%

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

We are now booked for our 2025 Summer Camp destination - Woodruff Scout Camp in Blairsville, GA (near GA, NC and TN border)! It's widely considered one of the best BSA camps in the country and has some pretty unique features and activities. We already have details about the camp ready for you to review - just click the button 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!