1. This Week – Scouting Simon Says: May 22 (Titans)
Uniform – Class A
Patrols will be led by the Titans in a competitive version of the infamous Simon Says game with a Scouting twist. It is recommended that everyone come prepared with their 10 Essentials among other skills and knowledge.
2. 45th Annual Memorial Day Family Canoe Trip, May 25-27, 2018
Uniform – Class B
ATTN: Given the rain this past week, rivers levels are currently running high so there is a possibility that we could postpone this event to July or August. We are coordinating closely will the outfitter to make sure conditions a safe and will make decision by Wednesday. If you are attending please complete and submit all paperwork this Tuesday.This is an awesome tradition and everyone on the Troop 893 and Venturing Crew is encouraged to attend. The details for this event were sent via email on April 12 to provide folks with details for planning purposes. Please register at https://troop893.com/summer-camp/45th-annual-family-canoe-tri p/.
3. Eagle Service Project Rescheduled – June 2
Great opportunity for conservation service hours by supporting Ryan Mendez’s construction of a pollinator garden at Bull Run Park. (see attached)
4. Next Week – Mandatory Swim Test: May 29 (All)
Uniform – Swimsuit & Towel
5. Summer Camp Reminder – all paperwork in on June 5
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ALL adults and youth attending summer camp must have a full BSA medical form (ABC). The difference between the one we use for normal campouts and summer camp is Part C: Pre-Participation Physical, which must be completed by certified and licensed physician (MD, DO), nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
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Another email with additional details regarding the June 5 meeting will be forth coming
6. Key Dates
May 25-27 – Annual Canoe Trip
May 29 – Troop Summer Camp Swim Test
June 5 – Summer Camp Paperwork Night
June 24-30 – Summer Camp @ Camp T Brady Saunders
July 27-29 – Horsemanship Campout
Aug 17-19 – Camp Rock Enon/Climbing
Sept 21-23 – Outing (TBD)
IT’S ALL FOR THE SCOUTS!