Scoutmaster Minute: Today was the last official day of this years Merit Badge University and we are grateful for the adult leader that have provide guidance to our Scouts. Lots of hard work observed, and in many cases there is more work to be done by Scouts to finish certain MBs. At the end of the day this is you journey and therefore your responsibility to make things happen for advancement. This week the Troop will take the first step in transitioning to next terms leadership team, I hope to see lots of names on the position of responsibility sign up sheets. March also has the Troop planning for the next campout, which will include some great hiking. There is a limit on numbers so signup quickly so we can plan accordingly.
I would be remise I I did not acknowledge the assault on the sovereignty of the Ukraine people that escalated this past week. An emergency response is being coordinated by the World Organization of the Scout Movement in collaboration with its Eurasia Support Centre and the National Scout Organization in Ukraine to respond to the unfolding humanitarian situation in the country which is impacting millions of people. To support the Scouts of Ukraine in their emergency humanitarian response, you can donate using the Scout Donation Platform at https://donate.scout.org/ project/3c3100ed-95ad-4ae9- b8e8-c168263c13ed
Those who deny freedom to others, deserve it not for themselves;and under a just God, can not long retain it.– Abraham Lincoln
ACTION ITEM
- Sky Meadow Campout – All those attending must signup no later than March 8, sooner is better since there are limited numbers https://www.
signupgenius.com/go/ 8050b4ba5ae292-boy - Advancement – Rank and MBs completed by March 15 with be recognized at the March 29 Court of Honor. Plan accordingly.
MEETINGS
- All indoor meetings at the CUMC Fellowship Hall require Scouts to wear a mask, unless otherwise instructed
- 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.