Scoutmaster Minute: It was great to see a lively gaggle of Scouts in attendance for Merit Badge University today. Showing up is part one, part two is doing the work to fulfill the requirements as instructed by your counselors. Our excellent adult leadership has yet again organized an awesome lineup and it seems like is there is something for everyone. Lots of important items coming up quickly, including Leadership Elections …there is spot for everyone. Scouts should also start thinking about the next round of activities and meetings you will plan to support the AOL Scouts that will be joining the Troop in mid-March.
The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, 
but that it is too low and we reach it.
— Michelangelo
RANK ADVANCEMENTS
  • Mahul Rao – 2nd Class (1/11/22)
  • Dilhan Patel – 2nd Class (1/18/22)
  • Jack Bray – Tenderfoot (1/18/22)
MEETINGS
  • All indoor meetings at the CUMC Fellowship Hall require Scouts to wear a mask, no exceptions.
  • Remember that the Patrol assigned to run a meeting also has clean up duty….meaning your Patrol should be the last to leave with approval of SPL and Scoutmaster.
  • Scouts seeking rank advancement should check with the Advancement Chair prior to requesting Scoutmaster Conference and be in Class A uniform.
1. This Week Feb 08 – Treasure Hunt (LandSharks) 
Uniform; Class A  
Location: Inside
 
Patrols will be doing a treasure hunt using a cipher. Each patrol will work to decipher clues within the Fellowship Hall. This will require the use of an Ottendorf Cipher along with the navigation chapter of the Scout handbook. Patrols will be given three numbers for each letter in the message, which will be a riddle use ti 
 
2. Next Week Feb 15 – Team Building (Titans) 
Uniform; Class A  
Location: Inside
 
The Titans are developing some team/patrol building activities to leverage the excellent work and performance during the Klondike Derby. Bring a good attitude and Scout spirit.
3. Next Next Week Feb 22 – Church Map (Phoenix) 
Uniform; Class A  
Location: Inside
 
My recall is that this activity may have an orienteering related element…plans still in development. 

4.  Mar 01 – Leadership Elections (All) 

Uniform; Class A
Location: Inside
A. Senior Patrol Leader Candidates: All scouts interested in running for election as the next Senior Patrol Leader should contact Mr. Morley and Mr. Wilson no later than the February 15 Troop meeting. Candidates must be of the rank of Life or higher and in at least 9th grade. Mr. Morley & Mr. Wilson will schedule a time to meet with you, or call, to discuss your goals and ambitions as SPL. The time period for this leadership position is from 1 April 2022 to 30 September 2022. You must be present to be elected.

B. Patrol Leaders: All patrols should prepare for Patrol Leader elections. Scouts interested in being a Patrol Leader should discuss their desire with their patrol members. There should not be consecutive terms.

 

C. Troop Positions of Responsibility: Scouts interested in serving in other positions of responsibility should review the attached Position Guide for information on the various positions available and associated responsibilities. Actively supporting the Troop through a leadership position is required to complete the ranks of Star, Life and Eagle. If a Scout is unable to attend, please advise Mr. Morley of your interest by email.


Scouts elected or appointed to a position of responsibility for the next term are required to attend Leadership Training on Saturday, March 12 at the CUMC Activity Field.
 
KEY DATES
FEB 6, 14, 27 & 28: Merit Badge University
MAR 1: Leadership Elections
MAR 12: Leadership Training  
MAR 18-20: Campout @Sky Meadows (Backpacking)
MAR 22: Cyber Chip
MAR 29: Spring Court of Honor