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!

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!