Scoutmaster Minute: Looks like many member of the 893 Family enjoyed a great weekend on the river. I am looking forward to the stories.
On this Memorial Day, please take a moment to remember those that have served our country, past and present, to preserve the freedoms we enjoy as American’s and the oath we commit to uphold as Scouters.
Freedom is never more than one generation from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.
– Ronald Reagan
Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. In flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.
– Unknown

 

1. This Week May 28 – Troop Night (Land Sharks)
           Uniform: Class B
The Land Sharks have conducted several “market research surveys” to assess options for a fun activity night. Details to follow, but plan to have some fun out on the activity field.
2. Next Week June 4 – Summer Camp Paperwork Shakedown
           Uniform: Class B
Yes school is almost done and that means summer camp is right around the corner.
It also means that we need completed BSA medical forms ABC which require a trip to the doctor for signature to clear youth and adults for summer camp if attending.
No excuses, No exceptions.
Health Forms: Please ensure that you bring TWO complete copies of your current annualBSA Health and Medical Record, Parts A, B and C with complete immunization records; Part C is completed by your physician (See Attached).  You will turn in both copies to the Troop (we will turn-in one copy to the Camp and keep one copy with the Troop at our campsite).  You must attach photocopies of your Medical Insurance Card (front & back) to the back of both medical form copies (for both adult and scout medical forms).  Just a reminder that the date of your medical form signed by the doctor must be within 1 year of the last day of camp (June 30, 2018).  We recommend that you keep the original medical form for yourself.  THERE IS NO COPY MACHINE AVAILABLE AT SHAKEDOWN! Be Prepare!

 

3.  Attention Quarter Masters  June 1 Troop Shed Cleanup @ Activity Field
Uniform – Class B
All Troop Quartermasters are asked to join several Adult leaders to assist in the Troop shed reorg (aka purge). 
We will also take into consideration equipment issues that may need to be addressed with patrol gear.

 

 

4.  Eagle Court of Honor June 2 – Benjamin Powers
Uniform – Class A
Members of Troop 893 are invited to attend Benjamin Powers Eagle Court of Honor on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 1:30pm. (see attached)
Location is the Centreville United Methodist Church Activity Field, 6400 Old Centreville Road, Centreville, VA 20121

 

5. 893 Summer Climbing Program
Uniform – Class B
Since we have trained climbing instructors and gear, ASM Adam Weisz, will be leading several climbing outings on the first Saturday of each month (see attached for dates, location and permissions).
This is great opportunity and I will speak from experience that Great Falls/Mather Gorge is a blast. Buzzard Rock was big hit will the group that climbed during the March campout.
      • Saturday June 1 – 0800-1400 Great Falls Park, VA
      • Saturday July 6 – 0800-1400 Great Falls Park, VA
      • Saturday August 3 – 0800-1600 Buzzard Rock, VA
6.  Key Dates
May 24-26: Annual Canoe Trip
Jun 2: Powers Eagle Court of Honor
Jun 4: Summer Camp Paperwork Shakedown
Jun 23-29: Summer Camp @ Goshen’s Camp Olmstead