WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR DEC 1ST, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM!

Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

Please note: Mr. Hall will miss Monday's meeting due to a work event. If you have any questions or needs, please see Mr. Cavalline or an Assistant Scoutmaster

□ TROOP/PACK CHRISTMAS PARTY IS DEC 15 □

Save the Date! The annual Scouting Christmas Party, hosted by the Pack, is set for  December 15 in the Kerr Building. Stay tuned for more details, such as timing, food and charity we will support.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

REMINDER MINT HILL CHRISTMAS PARADE  FLOAT

BUILD NIGHT | FRI, DEC 5TH | 7-9 PM

PARADE | SAT, DEC 6TH | 4:30-6:30 PM

For the 6th consecutive year, Troop 65 and Pack 65 are teaming up to walk in the Mint Hill Christmas Parade. We will be hosting a Deckin' The Float build night on the evening of Friday, December 5th.The parade steps off the next day, December 6th at 5:30 pm.

Don't want to walk? Scouts are also needed to help the town with crowd control along the route

You can find all the details by clicking the button to the left!

NEW SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITY: CHRISTMAS TREE SANTAS

SAT, DEC 6TH | 8AM - NOON

GRIFFIN MASONRY | MINT HILL, NC

Former PPC Pastor Katie Sloan is again looking for volunteers to assist with the Christmas Trees Santas organization. This non-profit provides a tree, lights and decorations for families in need. This event qualifies for service hours.

If you are interest in helping, please click the button to sign up!

NEW MERIT BADGE CAMPOUT

BELK SCOUT CAMP | DEC 12-14

For our December camping trip, we will be holding our own troop merit badge weekend at Belk Scout camp. We will offer a morning and afternoon session so scouts can hopefully earn two merit badges or at least accomplish significant work on them.

We are still finalizing which merit badges we will offer, but you can weigh in with your opinion by voting below on the list the PLC suggested.

NEW 2026 TROOP SKI TRIP

WINTERPLACE RESORT |GHENT, WV

FEB 27TH - MAR 1ST

It's that time of year for the Troop 65 Ski Trip! For 2026, we will be heading to Winterplace Ski Resort in Ghent, WV. 

Lodging this year will be at a slopeside lodge, Snow Lodge at Winterplace, a three-story house that sleeps 30. Breakfast and dinner will be cooked at the house by the adults. Lunch will be self-serve by returning to the house during the day (it is a ski in, ski out setup). This lodging setup will allow everyone to maximize their lift tickets, which are good for 12 hours.

There are multiple options below that exist on the RSVP so please be careful when choosing to ensure you are selecting exactly what you need for this trip. Please note, there is now a full-day tubing option.

Also, family members are also invited to come take part on this trip, but will be required to arrange their own lodging due to BSA policy that only registered Scouts or Scout Leaders may stay with the troop. 

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to 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 NOV 24TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM!

Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

□ NEXT PLC IS MONDAY @ 6PM □

Our next PLC is Monday, October 20th at 6pm. We will be planning our meetings for November and selecting our December trip. The Senior Patrol Leader, Asst Senior Patrol Leaders, Patrol Leaders, Scribe and Troop Guides need to attend or delegate someone to take their place.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

LAST CALL THANKSGIVING  
PARADE VOLUNTEERS

UPTOWN | NOV 26TH

We have easy Troop fundraiser opportunity coming up on November 26th. We will assist Center City Partners at the  79th Annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade in Uptown Charlotte. We need at least 16 Scouts and Parents to act as ushers for the seating area for the parade and to help with the Cookies with Santa event prior to the parade. Each volunteer will receive a free ticket in the seating area to watch the parade too. The troop will also receive a donation from the parade organizers. 
 
Click the button to the left for the signup and more details. You can also see Mr. Krumbine & Mr. Hall if you have any questions.

REMINDER MINT HILL CHRISTMAS PARADE  FLOAT

BUILD NIGHT | FRI, DEC 5TH | 7-9 PM

PARADE | SAT, DEC 6TH | 4:30-6:30 PM

For the 6th consecutive year, Troop 65 and Pack 65 are teaming up to walk in the Mint Hill Christmas Parade. We will be hosting a Deckin' The Float build night on the evening of Friday, December 5th.The parade steps off the next day, December 6th at 5:30 pm.

Don't want to walk? Scouts are also needed to help the town with crowd control along the route

You can find all the details by clicking the button to the left!

NEW SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITY: CHRISTMAS TREE SANTAS

SAT, DEC 6TH | 8AM - NOON

GRIFFIN MASONRY | MINT HILL, NC

Former PPC Pastor Katie Sloan is again looking for volunteers to assist with the Christmas Trees Santas organization. This non-profit provides a tree, lights and decorations for families in need. This event qualifies for service hours.

If you are interest in helping, please click the button to sign up!

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 NOV 16TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM!

Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

Thanks to all the Scouts and leaders who hopped on a bike for a 22-mile ride along the New River Trail. It was a great ride with great weather and scenery.

□ PLC Postponed to 11/24 □

Due to a conflict at work, Mr. Hall is sliding the next Patrol Leaders Council to Monday, November 14th @ 6pm.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW NOVANT THANKSGIVING  
PARADE VOLUNTEERS

UPTOWN | NOV 26TH

We have easy Troop fundraiser opportunity coming up on November 26th. We will assist Center City Partners at the  79th Annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade in Uptown Charlotte. We need at least 16 Scouts and Parents to act as ushers for the seating area for the parade and to help with the Cookies with Santa event prior to the parade. Each volunteer will receive a free ticket in the seating area to watch the parade too. The troop will also receive a donation from the parade organizers. 
 
Click the button to the left for the signup and more details. You can also see Mr. Krumbine & Mr. Hall if you have any questions.

NEW MINT HILL CHRISTMAS PARADE  FLOAT WITH PACK

BUILD NIGHT | FRI, DEC 5TH | 7-9 PM

PARADE | SAT, DEC 6TH | 4:30-6:30 PM

For the 6th consecutive year, Troop 65 and Pack 65 are teaming up to walk in the Mint Hill Christmas Parade. We will be hosting a Deckin The Float build night on the evening of Friday, December 6th.The parade steps off the next day, December 7th at 5:30 pm. You can find all the details by clicking the button !

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 NOV 9TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM! Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW NOVANT THANKSGIVING  
PARADE VOLUNTEERS

UPTOWN | NOV 26TH

We have easy Troop fundraiser opportunity coming up on November 26th. We will assist Center City Partners at the  79th Annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade in Uptown Charlotte. We need at least 16 Scouts and Parents to act as ushers for the seating area for the parade and to help with the Cookies with Santa event prior to the parade. Each volunteer will receive a free ticket in the seating area to watch the parade too. The troop will also receive a donation from the parade organizers. 
 
Click the button to the left for the signup and more details. You can also see Mr. Krumbine & Mr. Hall if you have any questions.

NEW MINT HILL CHRISTMAS PARADE  FLOAT WITH PACK

BUILD NIGHT | FRI, DEC 5TH | 7-9 PM

PARADE | SAT, DEC 6TH | 4:30-6:30 PM

For the 6th consecutive year, Troop 65 and Pack 65 are teaming up to walk in the Mint Hill Christmas Parade. We will be hosting a Deckin The Float build night on the evening of Friday, December 6th.The parade steps off the next day, December 7th at 5:30 pm. You can find all the details by clicking the button !

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 NOV 2ND, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM! Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

REMINDER ANNUAL MINT HILL VETERANS BREAKFAST

ARLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH | NOV 8TH

As we enter mid-October, we near one of our important service opportunities as a troop. Each year, we are asked to help at the annual Mint Hill Veterans Breakfast by having Scouts greet and serve food to the veterans while adults help with parking attendees.

This year's breakfast is set for Saturday, November 8th @ 8 am. Volunteers need to meet at the Scout Hut at 6:45 am that morning to shuttle over to Arlington Baptist. If you would like to participate, please sign up at the link to the left.

REMINDER NEW RIVER TRAIL CYCLING TRIP

NEW RIVER TRAIL | GALAX, VA

NOVEMBER 14-16

Our November trip will be to the New River Trail State Park in Virginia for a fun cycling ride on the New River Trail, part of the Rails-to-Trail initiative across the country. The New River Trail travels more than 55 miles along the New River, the oldest river in North America, providing many scenic vistas, bridge crossings and tunnels through mountains. We won't be biking that entire distance, but will be taking a 12 mile section from Galax, VA to Fries Junction, VA.

For our campsite, we will be staying at Camp Raven knob and utilizing some of their Adirondack sites, much like we did on our climbing trip there in 2023.

As for bikes, we again are offering the opportunity for attendees to bring their own bikes if you choose as well as coordinating rentals for those who need it. Please see the links to the left to RSVP and packing list/preliminary itinerary.

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 OCT 26TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM! Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

□ WATCHING WEATHER FOR TROOP MEETING □

As of now, the Charlotte area is expected to received an all-day long, steady rain on Monday, October 27th. We are planning to shift our meeting to the Chapel as we did a few weeks ago, contingent on it being available. We will update via email and Band on Monday afternoon.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW SAM STRAND EAGLE PROJECT WORKDAY

 NOV 1ST | 9 AM - 3PM

Sam Strand has scheduled his first Eagle project work day for November 1st from 9 am to 3pm. The location is 616 Courtney Lane, Matthews, NC, but carpools recommended due to limited parking.

Sam asks that Scouts wear a hat, work pants, Class B/work shirt, and work boots as you will be digging / shoveling dirt and mulch. For gear and equipment, please bring Water bottle, work gloves, shovels, and rakes. A Sign-Up Genius will be sent out soon so volunteers can choose which workgroup projects they want to join.

This is going to be a meaningful project benefiting the Browning Retreat in Matthews, and I’m excited to have everyone’s support and participation. All volunteers welcomed!

NEW ANNUAL MINT HILL VETERANS BREAKFAST

ARLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH | NOV 8TH

As we enter mid-October, we near one of our important service opportunities as a troop. Each year, we are asked to help at the annual Mint Hill Veterans Breakfast by having Scouts greet and serve food to the veterans while adults help with parking attendees.

This year's breakfast is set for Saturday, November 8th @ 8 am. Volunteers need to meet at the Scout Hut at 6:45 am that morning to shuttle over to Arlington Baptist. If you would like to participate, please sign up at the link to the left.

NEW NEW RIVER CYCLING TRIP

NEW RIVER TRAIL | GALAX, VA

NOVEMBER 14-16

Our November trip will be to the New River Trail State Park in Virginia for a fun cycling ride on the New River Trail, part of the Rails-to-Trail initiative across the country. The New River Trail travels more than 55 miles along the New River, the oldest river in North America, providing many scenic vistas, bridge crossings and tunnels through mountains. We won't be biking that entire distance, but will be taking a 12 mile section from Galax, VA to Fries Junction, VA.

For our campsite, we will be staying at Camp Raven knob and utilizing some of their Adirondack sites, much like we did on our climbing trip there in 2023.

As for bikes, we again are offering the opportunity for attendees to bring their own bikes if you choose as well as coordinating rentals for those who need it. Please see the links to the left to RSVP and packing list/preliminary itinerary.

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 OCT 19TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM! Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

□ NEXT PLC IS MONDAY, OCT 20 □

Our next PLC is Monday, October 20th at 6pm. We will be planning our meetings for November and selecting our December trip. The Senior Patrol Leader, Asst Senior Patrol Leaders, Patrol Leaders, Scribe and Troop Guides need to attend or delegate someone to take their place.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW ANNUAL MINT HILL VETERANS BREAKFAST

ARLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH | NOV 8TH

As we enter mid-October, we near one of our important service opportunities as a troop. Each year, we are asked to help at the annual Mint Hill Veterans Breakfast by having Scouts greet and serve food to the veterans while adults help with parking attendees.

This year's breakfast is set for Saturday, November 8th @ 8 am. Volunteers need to meet at the Scout Hut at 6:45 am that morning to shuttle over to Arlington Baptist. If you would like to participate, please sign up at the link to the left.

SAVE THE DATE CYCLING TRIP

TBD (LIKELY NEW RIVER TRAIL)

NOVEMBER 14-16

Based on feedback at last Monday's meeting, we are working on coordinating a cycling trip for the weekend of November 14-16 for our next campout! We hope to have details our later this week!

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 OCT 12TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM! Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

□ THANKS FOR A GREAT TRIP □

We want to thank all of the Scouts and adults who joined us for the camping trip with the AOLs this weekend at Congaree National Park. Despite nearly 2" of rain over 24 consecutive hours of precipitation, everyone did a great job of showing Scout Spirit despite the circumstances. 

One note - we do have a number of items that were left behind at the Scout Hut. If your Scout is missing an item, please come on in on Monday and see if it was found when we unloaded!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW ANNUAL MINT HILL VETERANS BREAKFAST

ARLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH | NOV 8TH

As we enter mid-October, we near one of our important service opportunities as a troop. Each year, we are asked to help at the annual Mint Hill Veterans Breakfast by having Scouts greet and serve food to the veterans while adults help with parking attendees.

This year's breakfast is set for Saturday, November 8th @ 8 am. Volunteers need to meet at the Scout Hut at 6:45 am that morning to shuttle over to Arlington Baptist. If you would like to participate, please sign up at the link to the left.

SAVE THE DATE NOVEMBER CAMPING TRIP

TBD | NOVEMBER 14-16

We are still working on the exact location to meet what the PLC expressed as the desired trip for November, but for everyone's planning, set aside the weekend of November 14-16 for our next campout!

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 OCT 5TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM! Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

□ THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS □

We want to thank all of the Scouts and parents who volunteered yesterday to help at PPC's Rock Springs Cemetery in cleaning up the three downed trees, plus four more dead trees we cut down and picking up all the large limbs. This will make the work cleaning up leaves later this fall much, much easier.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

FINAL CALL CAMPING W/ AOLs

CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK | OCT 10-12

This is our final call for RSVPs for our October trip. We are camping and hiking at Congaree National Park just outside of Columbia, SC as we welcome our AOL friends from Pack 65 to help them complete their Outdoor Adenturer Adventure as well as letting them see how fun it is to Scout in Troop 65.

Congaree National Park is the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. This allows for amazing biodiversity. On our last trip to Congaree, we saw tons of cool animals and crazy large trees on our hike.

Click the buttons to the left to RSVP and to access the itinerary and packing list. If you have any questions, just email 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 SEPT 29TH, 2025

REMINDER - TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Just a quick reminder that our next Troop meeting is Monday at 7:00 PM! Uniform is Class A with Class B Underneath

□ TRACKING WEATHER FOR MONDAY □

We are keeping our eyes on the newest tropical depression in the Atlantic which may impact the Charlotte area on Monday night. Right now, forecasts keep waffling back and forth with every National Hurricane Center update regarding how much rain and wind we will see. Please keep an eye on your email and Band on Sunday and Monday in case we need to cancel our Monday meeting.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

REMINDER CAMPING W/ AOLs

CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK | OCT 10-12

For our October trip, we will camp and hike at Congaree National Park just outside of Columbia, SC as we welcome our AOL friends from Pack 65 to help them complete their Outdoor Adenturer Adventure as well as letting them see how fun it is to Scout in Troop 65.

Congaree National Park is the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. This allows for amazing biodiversity. On our last trip to Congaree, we saw tons of cool animals and crazy large trees on our hike.

Click the buttons to the left to RSVP and to access the itinerary and packing list. If you have any questions, just email 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!