Scoutmaster Minute: It appears that spring has sprung and the advantge went to the Scouts on the campout in Sky Meadows State Park. On Saturday they completed a 7.3 mile hike that inlcudes section of the Applicahian Trail. At the same time I am happy to report that the Scouts attending summer camp have been registered for merit badges and activites with nearly 100% getting first choice selections. Additional details will be forth coming from our summer camp coordinators, including the timing for swim tests and medical forms. Based on past experience, I would recommend that families plan to get that physical scheduled between May1 and June 1 if possible and use the attached BSA medical, all sectrions (A, B & C) must be completed for summer camp. Next week will be the Spring Court of Honor and I am looking forward to welcoming our new AOLs and the next terms leadership team.
The earth laughs in flowers.
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
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MEETINGS
  • 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 Mar 22 – Cyber Chip (All) 
Uniform: Class A  

Location: CUMC Fellowship Hall

 
MANDATORY TRAINING – All Scouts will participate in this annual training to learn or refresh their understanding of safety and security in this connected society. 
This is required for several ranks, and is part of the Troops annual Youth Protection training.
Please look over the attached items and be prepared for some discussion on Tuesday.


2. Next Week Mar 29- Spring Court of Honor (All Families)

Uniform: Class A  w/Merit Badge sash
Location: CUMC Sanctuary

A. The Troop 893 Spring Court of Honor will be held at Centreville United Methodist Church in the Sanctuary. The ceremony begins at 7:00 pm, so please plan accordingly. All Troop 893 scouts, families, and friends are invited and encouraged to attend. Scouts will be receiving Merit Badges, Rank Cards, and other recognitions that they have earned over the past 6 months. We will also recognize new members of Troop 893 and induct the new youth leadership for the next six month term.

B.  A small reception will follow with snacks and fellowship. For the reception, each family is asked to bring something to share as designated by last name, per below. When you leave, please plan to take anything that remains of what you brought.

    A – L:      Small dessert/snack
M – Z:     Beverage (one 2-liter bottle)

3. Looking Way Ahead APR 24 – No Holds Barred Pinewood Derby
Uniform; Class A