Scoutmaster Minute: Sounds like we may have some converts to the joys of fishing. I am not aware that any state records were broken, but Silver Lake gave up a bounty of Blue Gill on Saturday evening as Scouts worked on the Fishing MB. I am told that the Scouts would like to go again, so we will check out some other locations to test our skills. Getting outside and enjoying the beautiful weather is the one saving grace amid all the restrictions…so glad we can provide that outlet for our Scouts.
 
In the presence of nature, a wild delight runs through the man, in spite of real sorrows.
–Ralph Waldo Emerson
 
MEETINGS/ACTIVITIES
Those attending any Troop related activity must comply with the following (additional details attached):

  • Sick individuals must stay home 
  • Individuals must take their temperature the day of the gathering and may NOT attend if their temperature is greater than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Face coverings are required for all individuals at any gathering and must be worn for the entire duration of the gathering.
  • No one with symptoms of COVID-19 or known exposure to COVID-19 in the prior 14 days is allowed to attend any gathering.
 
1. This Week SEP 15: Leadership Election (ALL) @ Activity Field
  Uniform – Class A (bring B for Gaga Ball)
A. Advancement 
Last call for Blue Cards and other advancement items for inclusion at the October 6 Troop Court of Honor.
Scouts should review the email from Mr. Treat that provides a summary of what we have on record as earned by each scout since October 2019.
B. Leadership
It is that time of year again when we need to prepare for a transition to the next Scout Leadership Team. All Scouts should be thinking about how they can provide service to the Troop as a leader to give back and help those that have helped them advance.
Positions of Responsibility are especially critical for Scouts seeking to advance to Star, Life and Eagle, but many are open to all Scouts. There are many options, so please review the attached document if you’re not familiar with a position or would like to know more. You could also talk to the Scout current in the position. Yes talk, primitive I know, but highly effective when exercised properly.
Any Scout considering the position of Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) should make that known to me ASAP, if you have not already done so.
Elections are held Troop wide for SPL and within a Patrol for Patrol Leader. All other positions require a Scout to add their name to the list for consideration by the new SPL and Scoutmaster.
In all cases you must be present to be considered. If for some reason you are unable to attend please see me ASAP.
C. Activity
If all goes well,the Titans will be organizing a GaGa Ball competition.
Nova Corp members should wear Class B and come prepared to perform fitness requirements for Tenderfoot.
2. Eagle Project SEP 19: Peter Ahn @ Activity Field (Service Hours)
  Uniform – Class B
This project will involve two sessions to build and install a Information Kiosk for Bull Run Mountain House (just past Camp Synder). See flyer for details.
On Saturday Sept 19 @ 10am building of the kiosk will begin at the Activity Field.
On Saturday Sept 26 @ 11am, volunteers will go to the Bull Run Mountain House (17405 Beverley Mill Drive, Broad Run, VA 20137) to install the kiosk.
 
3. Eagle Court of Honor SEP 21: Ryan Mendez @ Activity Field, 7pm
  Uniform – Class A
Please join us in celebrating Ryan Mendez for completing the rank of Eagle.
This gathering will take place at the Activity Field starting promptly at 7pm on Monday, Sept 21.
4. Next Week SEP 22: Testing Your Knottin (Phoenix) @ Activity Field
  Uniform – Class B (unless seeking advancement)
This meeting will test your noggins knot skills. Following the Prince William campout it was clear that many could use a reminder on core Scoutcraft skills, and Nova Corp members will benefit as well.
5. Next Next Week SEP 29: Iron Chef (Eagles) @ Activity Field
  Uniform – Class B (unless seeking advancement)
This meeting will challenge scouts cooking skills with a mystery menu to be provided by the Eagles. This may be a chance to test out some camp recipes without the threat of going hungry during a real campout.
 
6. Eagle Project OCT 03: Jonathan Lee @ Union Mill Elementary School (Service Hours) 
  Uniform – Class B
Build a butterfly garden at Union Mill Elementary School (see flyer), October 3rd, at 9am until finished, no later than 2pm
This is an excellent opportunity to earn conservation service hours.
What to bring: a shovel/rake, water bottle, work gloves, and a mask.
7. Looking Ahead OCT 6 – Fall Court of Honor (All Families)
Uniform – Class A (MB or OA Sash) 
 
The Troop 893 Fall 2020 Court of Honor will be held at Centreville United Methodist Church on the Activity Field (unless we can go inside), starting at 7 pm.
All Troop 893 Scouts and families are invited and encouraged to attend.
Scouts will be receiving Merit Badges, rank advancement recognition that they have earned over the past 12 months since we were unable to do this in the Spring.
We will also recognize new members of Troop 893 and induct the new youth leadership for the next six month term.
 
SUMMER CAMP REFUNDS
Summer Camp Refunds have been processed and families who had paid some or all money towards summer camp 2020 should be receiving a check from BB&T Bank by Sept 2, 2020.
If you have any questions, please contact Steve Barnett (sbarnett1066@gmail.com), Ernie Barreto (ernie_barreto@yahoo.com), or Knut Skare (kskare@kskares.com).
The Summer Camp Team will begin collecting money in Jan / Feb 2021 for next year’s summer camp which is scheduled for June 20-26, 2021 at Camp Justice.
 
Key Dates
Sept 15: Leadership Elections
Sept 19: Ahn Eagle Project (Part 1)
Sept 21: Mendez Eagle COH
Sept 26: Ahn Eagle Project (Part 2)  
Oct 3: Lee Eagle Project
Oct 4: Leadership Training (may change)
Oct 6: Fall Court of Honor
Oct xxx: Outing TBD
Nov 6-8: Mission Impossible Campout
 


IT’S ALL FOR THE SCOUTS!
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Kevin Morley
Scoutmaster, Troop 893
www.troop893.org
703-915-4388
kmorley971@gmail.com

Nattawoapandamen Wewoatamoewagan

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