WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR MAY 26TH, 2025

NO TROOP MEETING MONDAY IN HONOR OF

MEMORIAL DAY!

Please take time on Monday to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom!

Our next meeting will be our Court of Honor on June 2nd @ 7pm. If you still have outstanding blue cards or are trying to arrange a Scoutmaster Conference (for Scout rank only), please reach out to Mr. Hall ASAP!

□ Thank you Troop 65 □

I want to thank everyone who was able to make Trey Yarborough's Eagle Project workday as well as those who helped our Council place thousands of American flags on the graves at Charlotte's military cemeteries. This is a great display of Scout Spirit

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

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.

NEED TO PURCHASE NEW CLASS B ITEMS?

We are aiming to place the order within the next two weeks, so be sure to get your order in soon to get in this batch. Just crossover or new to the Troop? Be on the lookout for an email from Mr. Hall about how to get your free shirt.

REMINDER 2025 Summer Camp MED FORMS DUE JUNE 1ST

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

Merit Badges are set for Summer Camp. Mr. Krumbine worked hard to make sure everyone got as much as they wanted as possible, but there are situations that occur where a class might have been full when your merit badges were entered. Be sure to pay attention to emails in case this is the situation.

Our next two deadlines for camp will be for medical forms (parts A, B & C), which are due on June 1st. Final payment is due on June 6th. If you have not yet paid your previous payments, please do so ASAP.. You can make the payment via cash, check or PayPal (use the button below).

We also are planning an informational meeting for Summer Camp 2025 soon. It's suggested all attend as Camp Woodruff has some unique features different from other camps we've attended!

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 19TH, 2025

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath

□ Next PLC is Monday @ 6pm □

Our next Patrol Leaders' Council is Monday, May 19th @ 6:00 pm. Senior Patrol Leader, Asst Senior Patrol Leaders, Patrol Leaders or Asst Patrol Leaders, Troop Guides and Scribes should attend. If you cannot make it, please let Mr. Hall know!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW SERVICE OPPORTUNITY MEMORIAL DAY FLAG CEREMONY

MAY 24 | EVERGREEN CEMETERY

Next Saturday, Scouts in Mecklenburg County Council have an opportunity to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice by helping place more than 2,000 flags on the graves of our fallen service members at Evergreen Cemetery and Elmwood|Pine Cemetery in Charlotte.

The ceremony begins at 8:30 am with a gathering around the flagpole located at the Veteran's Rest Fountain at Evergreen Cemetery, 4426 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205.

After the ceremony, each unit will be assigned  a particular division of each cemetery. 

The event will end when each unit has completed their assignment, which is no later than noon on Saturday.

Please click the button below to email Mr. Hall if you would like to attend so he can coordinate an entry for our Troop

NEED TO PURCHASE NEW CLASS B ITEMS?

We are aiming to place the order within the next two weeks, so be sure to get your order in soon to get in this batch. Just crossover or new to the Troop? Be on the lookout for an email from Mr. Hall about how to get your free shirt.

REMINDER 2025 Summer Camp MED FORMS DUE JUNE 1ST

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

Merit Badges are set for Summer Camp. Mr. Krumbine worked hard to make sure everyone got as much as they wanted as possible, but there are situations that occur where a class might have been full when your merit badges were entered. Be sure to pay attention to emails in case this is the situation.

Our next two deadlines for camp will be for medical forms (parts A, B & C), which are due on June 1st. Final payment is due on June 6th. If you have not yet paid your previous payments, please do so ASAP.. You can make the payment via cash, check or PayPal (use the button below).

We also are planning an informational meeting for Summer Camp 2025 soon. It's suggested all attend as Camp Woodruff has some unique features different from other camps we've attended!

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 12TH, 2025

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath

Scouts should bring their backpack (if they have one) with the gear listed for our backpacking trip as Scouts will be working on learning the appropriate way to pack a backpack. This will complete a sign-off needed for many of our Scouts and help them be prepared for this next weekend.

Note: We are aware of the rain forecasted for Monday and are working on an alternate location to meet. We will send out an update on Monday afternoon

□ PLC Postponed Until May 19th □

With the rain forecasted for Monday and the uncertainty of where we will meet, I am postponing the next PLC until Monday, May 19th @ 6:00 pm. I will send a note to the PLC members with this informaton later today as well.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW BACKPACKING TRIP 

MAY 16-18 | GRAYSON HIGHLANDS

Our May backpacking trip is next weekend to Grayson Highlands in Virginia. We again are offering two different route options:

• Experienced Backpackers: 8.9-mile trip that will visit the top of Mt. Rogers
• Beginner Backpackers: 5.25-mile trip visiting Massie Gap & Pine Mountain

Both trips will see (hopefully) Grayson Highlands famous wild horses. Both groups will share campsites on the trip. This is true backpacking - a pack in and pack out event.

If you would like to attend, but have not yet RSVPed, please do so by Monday, May 12th!

NEED TO PURCHASE NEW CLASS B ITEMS?

We are aiming to place the order within the next two weeks, so be sure to get your order in soon to get in this batch. Just crossover or new to the Troop? Be on the lookout for an email from Mr. Hall about how to get your free shirt.

REMINDER 2025 Summer Camp MED FORMS DUE JUNE 1ST

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

Merit Badges are set for Summer Camp. Mr. Krumbine worked hard to make sure everyone got as much as they wanted as possible, but there are situations that occur where a class might have been full when your merit badges were entered. Be sure to pay attention to emails in case this is the situation.

Our next two deadlines for camp will be for medical forms (parts A, B & C), which are due on June 1st. Final payment is due on June 6th. If you have not yet paid your previous payments, please do so ASAP.. You can make the payment via cash, check or PayPal (use the button below).

We also are planning an informational meeting for Summer Camp 2025 soon. It's suggested all attend as Camp Woodruff has some unique features different from other camps we've attended!

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 4TH, 2025

TROOP MEETING MONDAY @ 7PM!

Uniform is Class A with Class B underneath

□ JONAH UNGER EAGLE PROJECT WORKDAY IS MAY 10! □

Jonah Unger's Eagle Project workday is scheduled for Saturday, May 10th from 10 am to 2 pm at the Scout Hut. His project entails building 3-4 turtle basking platforms. There is no need to bring any tools as Jonah will be supplying those. Jonah will have a sign up sheet for the project at the meeting on Monday for those who plan to attend.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW BACKPACKING TRIP 

MAY 16-18 | GRAYSON HIGHLANDS

Our May trip is now set for a backpacking trip to Grayson Highlands in Virginia. We again are offering two different route options:

• Experienced Backpackers: 8.9-mile trip that will visit the top of Mt. Rogers
• Beginner Backpackers: 5.25-mile trip visiting Massie Gap & Pine Mountain

Both trips will see (hopefully) Grayson Highlands famous wild horses. Both groups will share campsites on the trip. This is true backpacking - a pack in and pack out event.

You can find our more details by clicking below to get to the RSVP page.

NEED TO PURCHASE NEW CLASS B ITEMS?

We are aiming to place the order within the next two weeks, so be sure to get your order in soon to get in this batch. Just crossover or new to the Troop? Be on the lookout for an email from Mr. Hall about how to get your free shirt.

REMINDER 2025 Summer Camp MED FORMS DUE JUNE 1ST

June 22-28th | Woodruff Scout Camp

Merit Badges are set for Summer Camp. Mr. Krumbine worked hard to make sure everyone got as much as they wanted as possible, but there are situations that occur where a class might have been full when your merit badges were entered. Be sure to pay attention to emails in case this is the situation.

Our next two deadlines for camp will be for medical forms (parts A, B & C), which are due on June 1st. Final payment is due on June 6th. If you have not yet paid your previous payments, please do so ASAP.. You can make the payment via cash, check or PayPal (use the button below).

We also are planning an informational meeting for Summer Camp 2025 soon. It's suggested all attend as Camp Woodruff has some unique features different from other camps we've attended!

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!