Troop 166 News

November

SCOUTMASTER’S SCRAWLS

Good to be back working with you guys! Sorry for missing last month, but work is really becoming hard and my travel schedule is tuff!!

We had 3 boys who claimed those dollars at Mountasia, and 3 new boys in the Troop! But, just because we ended that campaign, doesn’t mean we stop recruiting. The Troop and BSA need your help more than ever. We still need 4 new Scouts by December 31st to meet the goals that you, the Troop, set. Each of you have at least 5 friends. Invite just one of these to Boy Scouts. If ONLY 20% actually join, we will have met our goal and given another boy the opportunity to learn more about himself and the world around him. Nothing to it! Seriously, we all need to see if we can bring in more boys. If we can bring in 4 more boys now, and work on getting a good batch of WEBELOS we will be able to survive next summer, and even grow in the process. No adult can help here guys - only you can do this type of recruiting.

We had two great campouts, although I was disappointed about the number of Scouts who signed up but didn’t actually go. The first point of the Scout Law is “TRUSTWORTHY”. Living up to your obligations and commitments is the definition of that point. Anything less is beneath you and the Troop. If you say “YES”, then mean it!!

We have several campouts coming up (see the calander). It would be great to see all of you out there! We have to crank up to go anyway, so we might as well have everyone participate, and have even more fun!! Come on out and join the crew from 166.

When you read this, Troop elections will be already done. I just want to say thanks to Ryan, Martin, Tim, Mike, and Geoff. Each of you gave a great deal to the Troop, and we appreciate it! I’m looking forward to working with you in future positions, but your work is appreciated - THANKS!

Mr. “S” 

DUES ARE OVERDUE!

If you have not yet paid yout dues, they are overdue! Annual dues are $35 for the Troop (to pay for the Scouts’ registration, Boy’s Life, Awards, and Troop equipment). Make checks payable to Troop 166, BSA. We also gladly accept CASH!! Bring to the next meeting and give to any committee member or Tami Fredrich, our new treasurer. 

CHAIRPERSON’S CHATTER!

Our Family Ski Trip to Ski Cooper is scheduled for 6 - 8 Feb. The cost for our lodging will be $6 per person per night. There are NO BEDS, so everyone should bring their own sleeping bags. Each person must provide their own towels and personal items. We will be staying in a 2-story log cabin in Leadville. It is heated and has 2 full baths, as well as kitchen facilities. As the time gets closer, and we know how many people will be going, we will need to discuss how we want to do meals, etc.

As a reminder, each boy needs to have a signed permission slip for our activities, campouts, day-activities, etc. Parents, when you drop your son off for an activity, please be sure that you have signed a permission slip before you leave.

We have also been having a problem with a shortage of Adult Participation; especially on campouts. At the November PLC, the boys set the next campout for 12 - 14 December. They would like to go to Gray’s, but we don’t yet have the final word. The backup plan is Camp Falcon, at Ft. Carson. PLEASE think about camping with the Troop!

Our next Committee Meeting will be on Sunday, 30 November at 7 PM at Karen Brown’s house (6825 Dauntless Court). All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. If anyone has any questions about anything, please give me a call at 548-1369. Also, parents, if you receive this newletter please give me a call. We would like to be sure that all parents are receiving our monthly newsletters. Linda Riley 

SUMMER CAMP

Troop 166 has reserved the Osage Campsite at Camp Alexander for the week starting July 12th, 1998. We need to pay $25 per Scout to reserve your spot now. The total fee will be $135 per camper. Please send in your $25 with your Scout to the next meeting. We will let you know when the remaining $110 is due. THANKS!

If your Scout is at least 13 and at least a 1st Class Scout, he will have the opportunity to choose the “Wilderness Adventure”. The cost for this option will be slightly higher, but please have your Scout let us know if he is interested. 

POPCORN SALES

Kevin Garcia was our top salesman! The Troop made a profit of about $475. Great job, Scouts! And a big THANK YOU to Cherokee Leinbach for heading up the fundraiser! 

SKEET SHOOT

Thanks in advace to Jim Beardslee for arranging this activity for the Troop. Please listen up for more details.

We hope other adults will feel welcome to help us plan more Troop activities. 

HOLIDAY PARTY!

Our Troop Holiday Party is planned for December 16th. You will be contacted with further details. Please plan to attend. 

YOUR NEW LETTER EDITORS ARE HERB AND KAREN BROWN 

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