Scoutmaster Moment
This week we discussed plans and activities for the early Fall.  Importantly we have two campouts on the calendar that will need a bit of planning for, and some activities that should be fun to participate in and even learn from.  Elections and CoH dates were discussed, it is getting time to think about what roles you would like to hold over the next cycle and what the next six months in the troop will look like, we’ve come a far way in the past 6 months and continue to learn.
 
Camp is what the boy looks forward to in Scouting
   – Lord Baden-Powell
 
Photos 
Sharing summer activity adventure stories
 
 
This week – 8/13 – Troop Meeting 
Uniform: Class A (tan shirt)
Location: CUMC chapel
 
Guest Speaker: Mr. Matt Conner is an ASM with 893BT and a hard-working public servant with the US government, will be speaking about rights and obligations for us as US citizens.  I’m sure he’ll be a great speaker for you, and that 893GT will show him a warm welcome. 
 
Shakedown for Prince William Forest campout, to include: grubmaster selection, menu, tent-mates, gear check (action pack and anything else)
 
 
This week – Aug 16-18 – Troop Campout
Uniform: Class A/B
Location: Prince William Forest
 
Reminder: scouts travel in Class A uniform, please arrive to CUMC with it on (recommended that Class B shirt be worn under it to easily change once arrived)
 
We will be at the Turkey Run Ridge camping area. All those attending will need to bring the attached permission to the Troop assembly on Friday evening.
 
On Saturday, some members of the Quantico Orienteering Club will be offering support with orienteering activities as they are specialists in land navigation.
 
 
Next week – 8/20 – Troop Meeting  
Uniform: Class A (tan shirt)
Location: CUMC chapel
 
Lashings activity – Megan and Elena
 
 
Following week –  8/27 – 893 Back to School Picnic
Uniform: Class A/B (tan shirt, activity shirt underneath)
Location: CUMC Activity Field
 
Volunteers are needed for some set up, let Ms. Andrea or Mr. Taylor know if you are able to help
 
The Back to School Picnic is an 893 tradition, welcoming all 893 families for fellowship as the new school year begins. All Troop members are welcome. Please plan to arrive by 6:45 pm at the CUMC activity field pavilion.
There is a chance of a Gaga Ball game breaking out, wear your Class B shirt under your Class A if you think you might be interested – time permitting

The Troop will provide the hamburgers and hot dogs. Each family should bring soda/chips, side dish, or dessert as assigned by last name below:  

  • A-L     Dessert  
  • M-R    Soda or other drink & bag of chips
  • S-Z     Side Dish
 
Meeting Outlook from last week’s PLC
  • September Theme – Leadership
  • 9/3 elections
  • 9/10 campout shakedown
  • 9/13-15 campout (location TBD, may hold ILST and activity planning at camp)
 
893 Fundraising
The 893 units (Troops, Pack, and Crew) a participating in a new fundraiser this year, JackLinks beef jerky and beef sticks.  Please Mr. Taylor’s email from 6 July for details.  A number of sales booths have been set up for all units to use jointly, please sign up via SignUpGenius.  Scouts are able to do sales outside of booths if they wish (neighbors, family…)  See attached order form.  
 
More booth dates will be announced and posted, the cancelled booth from 3 August 2019 will be rescheduled, please watch for announcements.
 
 
Upcoming Service Opportunities 
Providing service is a key part of Scouting, to do our daily good turn. Helping others often in turn helps ourselves with new experiences and opportunities for growth. This is built into requirements for most ranks. This section is to list any upcoming service opportunities that may help the Community, and progress in your trail to Eagle, this list is not inclusive and there are many other activities in the area that are also worthwhile.  Activities listed here are Scoutmaster approved, if you have other activities you would like to do be sure to check with me if you would like them to count towards scout service requirements.
 
  • CUMC Grace Ministries is a monthly program through our charter organization held on the 2nd Saturday of each month, with prep the Friday night before hand, help is needed at both the Friday set up and on Saturday morning to bring goods to cars
  • Support to Pack 893 Join Scouting Night at Centre Ridge Elementary School – 22 Aug -let Ms. Andrea know if you are interested, details pending.  Spanish speakers have also been requested.
 
 
Key Dates (mark your calendar)

also available from Troopmaster subscription calendar

  • Aug 16-18 – campout Prince William Forest
  • Aug 27 – T893 Back-to-School Picnic
  • Sep 13-15 – campout (TBD)
  • Oct 3 – Sully District Troop Showcase
  • Oct 6 – 893GT Klondike Sled Build (TBD, Camp Snyder)