ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR JUNE 9TH

□ Get ready for tomorrow's meeting and summer camp!

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR JUNE 9TH, 2025 SUMMER MEETING SCHEDULE BEGINS TOMORROW WITH TROOP MEETING FROM 7-8PM Uniform for summer meetings are Class B (I know some don't have one yet as the new order has not arrived yet, so just wear a Scout appropriate shirt). Please also note, summer meetings only last an hour!   □ NO PLC MEETING TOMORROW □ The PLC meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow is cancelled. The PLC did an amazing job last month of planning all of our meetings for the remainder of the summer. OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS... SUBSCRIBE TO TROOP 65 CALENDAR HERE NEW SERVICE OPPORTUNITY: YARD WORK FOR LOCAL FAMILY DEALING WITH TERMINAL ILLNESS This past week, I was approached by members of Philadelphia Presbyterian Church with a unique request for assistance that will qualify for service hours for Scouts. The Burr family, who are lifelong members of Philadelphia Presbyterian Church, are in need of assistance in getting yard work completed each week.   A little over a year ago, Cory's and Kathryn's four-year old son, James was diagnosed with Batten's Disease. This is a rare genetic condition that causes cells to collect waste instead of getting rid of it. As a result, children who develop batten's disease experience seizures, vision loss and problems with thinking and movement. Symptoms get worse over time. Batten's disease leads to early death for children. Based on the type of Batten's with which James was diagnosed and his age when he was diagnosed, his life expectancy is 8 to 12 years.     The Burr's have James enrolled in experimental trials that require trips to Duke University and UNC Chapel Hill three weeks each month for cranial and ocular injections in hopes of slowing the progression of the disease. I've included a link to the family's website which updates their journey and provides more details about Batten's.    Here is the ask of our Scouts, leaders and parents: Currently, Cory is trying to maximize his time with his son, which means taking care of the yard after dark (sometimes after midnight) or not at all. We are looking to see who would be willing to help in a rotation to maintain the Burr's yard. If you are willing to help, please click the button below to email Mr. Hall. CONTACT MR. HALL TO VOLUNTEER TO HELP THE BURRS CLICK HERE LEARN MORE ABOUT JAMES, HIS JOURNEY AND BATTEN'S REMINDER 2025 Summer Camp Forms & Payment Due ASAP June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp Thanks to the hard work of Mr. Krumbine everything from the Troop side is ready to go for camp. However, we still need some items from you! Mr. Krumbine has been emailing those who still need to submit medical forms, activity waiver or final payment. Please take a look at your email, see if you a missing any of these and take care of them ASAP.    Additionally, if you have any dietary restrictions for summer camp, please visit our summer camp page below and submit your form to Camp Woodruff. That website also has been updated with links to Woodruff's 2025 Parents Guide, menu for camp, packing list and more.   I am working to schedule swim tests before camp and will keep you updated on what we are able to do and when. Finally, this Wednesday at 8:00 pm, I will host a virtual summer camp information session and Q&A for any of those who might have questions about camp. You can find a link to that below CLICK HERE TO CONTACT MR. KRUMBINE! CLICK HERE FOR SUMMER CAMP INFO PAGE CLICK HERE TO JOIN JUNE 11TH SUMMER CAMP INFORMATIONAL SESSION VIA GOOGLE MEET AT 8PM IMPORTANT SUMMER DATES TO KNOW: JUNE 9TH: SUMMER TROOP MEETING JUNE 22ND-28TH: SUMMER CAMP JULY 7TH: SUMMER TROOP MEETING JULY 21ST: SUMMER TROOP MEETING JULY 25TH: TROOP VIDEO GAME LOCK-IN AT PPC AUG 4TH: SUMMER TROOP MEETING AUG 8TH-10TH: TROOP WHITEWATER RAFTING TRIP (SIGNUP COMING SOON) AUG 18TH: SUMMER TROOP MEETING AUG 25TH: SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULE RESUMES 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!  Troop 65 Mint Hill 11501 Bain School Rd Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-456-9411 Scoutmaster: Matt Hall | [email protected] | 770-601-1044 Unsubscribe       Manage preferences   Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection's no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message. Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection's no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout's parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply. Send free email today