WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOR DEC 22ND, 2025

NO TROOP MEETINGS UNTIL JANUARY 5TH!

Just a reminder that with winter break, we will not have a Troop meeting on December 22nd and 29th. Our next Troop meeting is set for January 5th. We hope all of you have a great winter break. I am truly grateful to get to be a part of the lives of all of our Troop families!

□ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS BELOW □

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW TROOP CONEX BOX STORAGE SITE PREPARATION

SCOUT HUT

JAN 10, 2026 | 9AM - 2PM

Troop 65 is preparing for our new storage unit, a Conex box shipping container, at the Scout Hut. We need your help with getting the site ready. Please join us Saturday, January 10, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.

We will be cleaning the leaves and spreading stone. You will need gloves. We are working outside so dress accordingly. Feel free to bring rakes, shovels, and wheelbarrows to assist. Please put your name on any tools you bring so we know who they belong to.

Sign up now by click the button. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Cavalline!

NEW HUNTINGTON BEACH STATE PARK CAMPING TRIP

MURRELLS INLET, SC 
JAN 17-29, 2026

For January, we will be visiting Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, just south of Myrtle Beach. The park features three miles of pristine beach, a freshwater lagoon, saltwater marshes, and Atalaya Castle—a National Historic Landmark that was the winter home of philanthropists Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington. The park is recognized as one of the best birding sites on the East Coast, with over 300 bird species logged! This is a great opportunity to complete a lot of rank and merit badge requirements while enjoying amazing beach views.

Please RSVP by Sunday, January 11th to attend! Click the red button to sign up now or the blue button to see a preliminary packing list and itinerary!

REMINDER SAVE THE DATE: SUMMER CAMP @ CAMP GRIMES

NEBO, NC | JUNE 21-27, 2026

Mark your calendars... we have dates set for Summer Camp 2026. We will be returning to our council camp, Camp Grimes, for its 50th Anniversary. The week we are attending is June 21-June 27. 

We are working on our signup form, and informational website up later this week. We will hold an informational for meeting Scouts and parents in January. If you want to learn more about Camp Grimes, visit the camp's website: MyCampGrimes.org. 

REMINDER 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 DEC 15TH, 2025

HOLIDAY PARTY IS MONDAY @ 6:30 PM

Just a reminder that this year's Pack, Troop, Crew Christmas Party is set for Monday, December 15th @ 6:30 pm in the Kerr Building, located next to the Scout Hut. This is a great time for all of us to come together and have some fellowship and fun! All family members are invited! No uniform is needed, just festive, holiday attire (the Pack is wearing Christmas PJs so feel free to join in!)

Each family is asked to please bring a savory snack or sweet to share. You can RSVP and choose an item to bring by clicking the button for the potluck. 

The Scouts will hold a White Elephant Gift Exchange. Anyone wanting to participate should bring a wrapped gift ($20 limit) to the party.

The Pack is also collecting items for the Sunflower Club and the Humane Society of Charlotte. Click the button to find out items these groups need!

□ NEXT PLC IS MONDAY @ 6:00 PM □

Our next PLC is set for Monday, December 13th @ 6:00 pm to plan our January outing and meetings. Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders, Patrol Leaders (or Assistant Patrol Leaders), Scribe, Troop Guides and Den Chiefs should plan to attend.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

NEW SAVE THE DATE: SUMMER CAMP 2026 - CAMP GRIMES

NEBO, NC | JUNE 21-27, 2026

Mark your calendars... we have dates set for Summer Camp 2026. We will be returning to our council camp, Camp Grimes, for its 50th Anniversary. The week we are attending is June 21-June 27. 

We are working on our signup form, and informational website up later this week. We will hold an informational for meeting Scouts and parents in January. If you want to learn more about Camp Grimes, visit the camp's website: MyCampGrimes.org. 

REMINDER 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 DEC 8TH, 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 FOR SCOUT SPIRIT ON SATURDAY □

I want to thank all the Scouts who helped at Christmas Tree Santas, helped build the Pack's Mint Hill Christmas Parade Float, walked in the parade and serve as crowd control along the parade route. It's a great example of Scout Spirit during the holidays! 

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS...

UPDATE MERIT BADGE DAY

DECEMBER 13TH | 9AM - 4PM

Our December camping trip was originally planned to be troop merit badge weekend at Belk Scout camp. However, due to facility availability at Belk as well as number of attendees, we are shifting from a weekend camping trip to a single Merit Badge Day at Philadelphia Presbyterian Church. This will take place on Saturday, December 13th from 9 AM until 4 PM with a break for lunch. We will offer the option for a pizza lunch for $5.

For merit badges, we will hold a morning session and afternoon session so scouts can hopefully earn two merit badges or at least accomplish significant work on them. You can sign up for the merit badges at the link below

NEW PACK 65, TROOP 65 & TROOP 1265 CHRISTMAS PARTY

KERR BUIDLING | MON, DEC 15TH | 7 PM

As we near the holidays, our Scouting families at Philadelphia Presbyterian want to set aside some time for fellowship and fun! This year's Pack 65, Troop 65 and Troop 1265 Christmas Party is set for Monday, December 15th @ 7:00 pm in the Kerr Building, located next to the Scout Hut. All family members are invited!

Each family is asked to please bring a savory snack or sweet to share. You can RSVP and choose an item to bring by clicking the button for the potluck. 

The Scouts will hold a Secret Santa Gift Exchange. Anyone wanting to participate should bring a wrapped gift ($20 limit) to the party. The Pack is also selecting a charity to support and we'll send out details soon!

REMINDER 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!