On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight........... A Scout is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent.

Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Troop 2 Updates - Committee Meeting Recap and upcoming events


Troop 2 Committee Meeting recap



On June 1 we had a troop committee meeting to recap the events from the month of May, including the church awards, cemetery flagging, parade, and bike trip.



The bike trip was a big success – scouts and adults reported great weather and fun, including a trip to the beach and an ice cream stand social. This event was planned as a “break even” event financially, and any leftover funds will be rolled into our next event.  



Following that discussion, a full cost breakdown for this event was discussed, and the correlation between the event pricing and the cost was discussed.  As a reminder, we plan into an event the cost of special extras and treats, as well as “overhead” such as fuel, replacement items, rental fees, food, transportation, and parking. If you have any questions regarding event costs, finances, or the troop budget, please direct them to Mr. Brian Chase, our Troop Committee Chairman.



We also discussed plans for the summer, including summer camp, and other events.   As we move through the summer schedule we’re beginning to plan the events through the fall. To help set your expectations, some of those events are shown below



New: Upcoming Troop Events
  • June 27th Pre CAMP 2015 campout a VP - for all new scouts and parents planning to attend camp this will be a critical event to come and see how Camp is setup. We will be setting up a few wall tents, cots and foot lockers, etc
  • July 6th East Coast Gaming Trailer- Video games – adults planning to attend camp are asked to report to the clubhouse to discuss plans for the week. 
  • September: CAMP 2015 Badge Presentation (Location TBD) 
  • September 25th -27th – District Camporee – Zombie Apocalypse Camp out 
  • October Hike - locations suggested include the Blue Hills, Freedom Trail, Pirate Trek in Lynn
  • November 14th.  Flag Retirement 2015 will be held in Weymouth (Location TBD 

Upcoming Scout Schedule - Summer Schedule June - Sept
  • June 8 - JF Price Tour - Meet there, NOT at the clubhouse
  • June 15 - Clubhouse - RSVP for summer camp is due from all  - Special Guest
  • June 22 - Clubhouse - Camp paperwork distributed
  • June 27- Campout Valley Pines
  • June 29 - Gym Night - location TBD
  • July 6 - Clubhouse  - Adults meeting, Video Game Truck
  • July 13 - Clubhouse  - preparation for summer camp – Tent Partners, paperwork due
  • July 20 - Clubhouse  - preparation for summer camp – Final Payments due
  • Summer Camp July 25 to August 2
  • August 3 - Clubhouse - unpacking from camp
  • August 10 - Gym Night/Outdoor activity - location TBD
  • August 17 - Gym Night/Outdoor activity - location TBD
  • August 24 - Gym Night/Outdoor activity - location TBD
  • August 31 - Gym Night/Outdoor activity - location TBD
  • September 7 - No meeting
  • September 14 - Clubhouse - Full Uniforms - back to school year schedule.


If you have any questions or concerns, you can always reach us via email at troop2weymouth@gmail.com.



Up to date information regarding plans for events can be found on our BLOG at http://www.troop2weymouth.blogspot.com/



As a reminder, any questions or concerns regarding program participation, adult leaders, policies, procedures and finances should be directed to the Troop Committee Chair, Brian Chase.



Any questions, concerns, suggestions or considerations for scouts, including merit badges, rank advancement/ progress reports, Eagle Scout and leadership process, and troop operations should be directed to the Scoutmaster, David Chase.  



Troop Committee meetings are held every month, typically coinciding with Gym Night, and all troop members are urged to attend to have input into the program.

June 8 

- On Monday night June 8th ,  we are planning to visit JF PRICE in South Weymouth (off Pleasant St)  scouts will meet at the office on the right hand side (all cars should be parked there), and the scouts and adult leaders walking into the Pit (so please wear study shoes). Scouts should apply bug spray and bring a bottle of water.  Please pickup your son by 8:30 at the office.

Reminders

- During the month of June and July the Citizenship in the Community badge will be offered to all scouts ranked Star and above.

- Summer Camp at Cliff Island in NH will be held from July 25 to August 2 - all scouts and adult leaders (anyone over the age of 18) attending must RSVP for this event, via email or in person, by June 15th. 




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