Scoutmaster Minute:  I am in Las Vegas this week for the annual conference of my employer the American Water Works Association (AWWA). As you can imagine the value of water is a central part of our mission. Yesterday I was outside Las Vegas doing some off road exploring which really reinforced the value of water. Be Prepared meant we had plenty of water and we exercised the Outdoor Code by staying on the trail. I will also share a glimpse of AWWA’s No Water Campaign that is designed to remind people it’s value and what happens if there is no water..
Please remember to get prepared for Scout camp in a few weeks…use the packing list provided. Exercise the outdoor code by conserving water in your daily life, such as not running water while brushing teeth or shorter showers.
1. This Week June 12 – Scouting Capture the Flag (Phoenix) @ Activity Field

     Uniform – Class B (unless doing Board of Review)

The Phoenix Patrol will be gather the Troop at the Activity Field for a scouting version of capture the flag. Portions of this session will include use of orienteering skills (or refresher) so Scouts are encouraged to have a compass with them and water. Be prepared and prepared to show your skills. Prizes are rumored to be part of this event.
Due to voting on Tuesday at CUMC, we will have very limited access, so please be sure to come to the activity field.
2. Next Week – June 19 – Scout Heritage Jeopardy (Eagles)
     Uniform – Class A
Great opportunity and fun learning of the history of Scouting.
4. Summer Camp Departure – June 24
     Uniform – Class A
All Scouts and Adults attending summer camp should be present and accounted for by 7:30am in the VDOT lot at CUMC.  The means arriving before to make this work properly and efficiently for loading the bus with gear and equipment, gather medications, and get rolling.
All will travel in Class A uniform….no exceptions. OA Scouts should remember to bring their sash to summer camp.
If you or your scout is missing any paperwork please be sure to have that completed and turned in this Tuesday or by June 19.
 
5. Patrol Night – July 3
     Uniform – Class B
Patrols will be meeting on their own. The purpose is for each patrol to plan an activity that will be fun and get the whole patrol together outside of a troop meeting or campout. As a reminder, safe scouting guidelines and BSA principles must be followed! Each Patrol Leader should notify me and SPL of the plan and report on how many member participate.
6.  Key Dates

June 5 – Summer Camp Paperwork Night

June 24-30 – Summer Camp @ Camp T Brady Saunders

July 27-29 – Annual Canoe Trip (NEW DATE)

Aug 17-19 – Horsemanship Campout

Sept 21-23 – Outing (TBD)

IT’S ALL FOR THE SCOUTS!