Scoutmaster Moment
This weekend the troop campout held at Prince William Forest.  The weather was yet another hot weekend in the DC area, but the campsite was well shaded and afforded a great opportunity to work on orienteering with the linked 893 boys troop.  Mr. Morley arranged for a great guest speaker from the Quantico Orienteering Club to come in and work through the orienteering course and how to “read” terrain and maps well.  Thank you to Mr. Morley and his guest Mr. John Organek for having us participate!  Another big shout out to the many adult leaders who stepped up in my absence this past week and part of this weekend due to some other commitments!  Mrs. Taylor, Mrs Staton, Mr. Schuetz, Mr. Taylor, Mrs. Alvarez, and more.  Your support truly rounds out this troop.  
 

If you are in the country, you should notice landmarks – that is, objects which help you to find your way or prevent you getting lost, such as distant hills, church towers, and nearer objects, such as peculiar buildings, trees, gates, rocks, etc. 

    – Lord Robert Baden-Powell

 
Photos
 
 
(last two photos from Mr. Morley’s 893BT note: radio command, guest speaker)
 
Rank Advancement
We held four Scoutmaster Conferences and Boards of Review on Saturday evening.  Great work scouts!  And many thanks to the members of the various assembled Boards!
 
Second Class 
Isabella Pazos (8/17/2019)
 
First Class
Elena Taylor (8/17/2019)
Megan Staton (8/17/2019)
 
 
This week – 8/13 – Troop Meeting
Uniform: Class A (tan shirt)
Location: CUMC chapel
 
Lashings activity – Megan and Elena
 
We have two recruitment events during the week and need some table pizzazz to match the great flyer.  Some photos would be good to include.  Bring your suggestions!  
 
 
This week –  Recruitment events
Uniform: Class A
 
Please see the sign up genius and sign-up for times.  Your infections enthusiasm and smiles are needed to bring in more girls to join us!
 
 
Nextweek –  8/27 – 893 Back to School Picnic

Uniform: Class A/B (tan shirt, activity shirt underneath)

Location: CUMC Activity Field
 
Volunteers are needed for some set up, let Ms. Andrea or Mr. Taylor know if you are able to help
 
The Back to School Picnic is an 893 tradition, welcoming all 893 families for fellowship as the new school year begins. All Troop members are welcome. Please plan to arrive by 6:45 pm at the CUMC activity field pavilion.
There is a chance of a Gaga Ball game breaking out, wear your Class B shirt under your Class A if you think you might be interested – time permitting

The Troop will provide the hamburgers and hot dogs. Each family should bring soda/chips, side dish, or dessert as assigned by last name below:  

  • A-L     Dessert  
  • M-R    Soda or other drink & bag of chips
  • S-Z     Side Dish
 
Following week – 9/3 – Troop Meeting
Uniform: Class A (tan shirt)
Location: CUMC chapel
 
Elections. Positions for next 6-month term will be filled.  Positions above First Class have advancement requirements that include holding a position of responsibility to demonstrate leadership.  As a small “young” troop we also have an opportunity for all registered scouts to hold a position.  How will you serve the troop for the Fall/Winter term?  Anyone interested in SPL or PL should talk with me prior to election, if you have not already done so. 
 
  • Positions to be filled:
    • Senior Patrol Leader (SPL)
    • Patrol Leader
    • Quartermaster
    • Scribe
    • Historian
    • Webmaster
    • Chaplain’s Aide
Den Chief is another position within a troop, Den Chief’s assist an assigned den within a Pack rather than directly support a troop.  This position has required training, if you are interested please let me know.  Sully District is discussing holding training but has no announced date yet.
 
Updated 893GT Leadership Position description document will be provided soon
 
 
Meeting Outlook from August PLC
  • September Theme – Leadership
  • 9/3 elections
  • 9/10 campout shakedown
  • 9/13-15 campout (location TBD, may hold ILST and activity planning at camp)
 
Upcoming Service Opportunities 
Providing service is a key part of Scouting, to do our daily good turn. Helping others often in turn helps ourselves with new experiences and opportunities for growth. This is built into requirements for most ranks. This section is to list any upcoming service opportunities that may help the Community, and progress in your trail to Eagle, this list is not inclusive and there are many other activities in the area that are also worthwhile.  Activities listed here are Scoutmaster approved, if you have other activities you would like to do be sure to check with me if you would like them to count towards scout service requirements.
  • CUMC Grace Ministries is a monthly program through our charter organization held on the 2nd Saturday of each month, with prep the Friday night before hand, help is needed at both the Friday set up and on Saturday morning to bring goods to cars
  • Support to Pack 893 Join Scouting Night at Centre Ridge Elementary School – 22 Aug -let Ms. Andrea know if you are interested, details pending.  Spanish speakers have also been requested.
 
 
 
Key Dates (mark your calendar)

also available from Troopmaster subscription calendar

Aug 16-18 – campout Prince William Forest
Aug 27 – T893 Back-to-School Picnic
Sep 13-15 – campout (TBD)
Oct 3 – Sully District Troop Showcase
Oct 6 – 893GT Klondike Sled Build (TBD, Camp Snyder)