Scoutmaster Minute: Planning, especially long term, is tough, especially in the era of SnapChat, Texting, Instagram etc…everything is now, now, now. While incremental, it has been great to see our Scouts continue to evolve and adapt the planning process in developing their long term plans for serving fellow Scouts during this term. That doesn’t mean it will always be pretty, but then that is part of the learning process and the value gained from making the effort.
We never fail when we try to do our duty, we always fail when we neglect to do it.
– Lord Robert Baden-Powell

1. This Week May 21 – How 2 Canoe (Pandas) @ Activity Field 
Uniform: Class B (unless seeking SMC or BOR)
The Pandas will demonstrate canoe techniques (1st Class 6b,c,d) in preparation for the 46th Annual Family Canoe trip and summer camp free time. They will be setting up 2 stations at the activity field, so everyone should be prepared with water and bug spray (just in case).
Summer Camp Reminder – Get your physicals ASAP…paperwork is due June 4th.
2. Outing May 24-26:  Troop 893’s 46th Annual Family Canoe Trip 
Uniform: Class B
The Troop’s biggest, most fun-filled event, the 46th Annual Memorial Day Family Canoe Trip, May 24-26, 2019.
It looking like we will not get rain out this year, and have a good group registered to attend.
Remember to stay hydrated, wear a hat and sunscreen and have fun!
3. Next Week May 28 – Troop Night (LandSharks)
Uniform: Class B
The Land Sharks have conducted several “market research surveys” to assess options for a fun activity night. Details to follow, but plan to have some fun out on the activity field.

4. Attention QuarterMasters  June 1 Troop Shed Cleanup @ Activity Field
Uniform – Class B
All Troop Quartermasters are asked to join several Adult leaders to assist in the Troop shed reorg (aka purge). We will also take into consideration equipment issues that may need to address with patrol gear.

5. Eagle Court of Honor June 2 – Benjamin Powers
Uniform – Class A
Members of Troop 893 are invited to attend Benjamin Powers Eagle Court of Honor on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 1:30pm. (see attached)
Location is the Centreville United Methodist Church Activity Field, 6400 Old Centreville Road, Centreville, VA 20121


6.  Key Dates

May 24-26: Annual Canoe Trip
Jun 2: Powers Eagle Court of Honor
Jun 4: Summer Camp Paperwork Shakedown
Jun 23-29: Summer Camp @ Goshen’s Camp Olmstead