Announcements for May 3rd

Backpacking trip sign-up deadline is APPROACHING! □️  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­  

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. □ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS BELOW □ OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS... SUBSCRIBE TO TROOP 65 CALENDAR HERE 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.    CLICK HERE TO RSVP TO 2026 BACKPACKING TRIP CLICK HERE FOR PACKING LIST & ITINERARY 2026 Troop 65 & 1265 Summer Camp Signup & Information Website REMINDER SUMMER CAMP @ CAMP GRIMES NEBO, NC | JUNE 21-27, 2026 50% OF CAMP FEE NOW DUE We are at the deadline to have paid 50% of your summer camp fee. The base fee for Camp Grimes this year is $450, so everyone should have paid $225, between the deposit and 1st payment by now. However, certain merit badges do have fees so your total might be higher. We will be contacting families individually to provide an update on monies still owed.   If you have not signed up, but would like to attend. Please email Mr. Hall or Mr. Krumbine and we can ask if we are able to add you to our summer camp roster.   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 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP & VOLUNTEER 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