Scoutmaster Minute Yesterday, I had the honor and privilege of participating in the Eagle Court of Honor for Scott Morrow. As I listened to him reflect on his time in Scouting, it reminded me yet again of the perhaps too easily overlooked value of Scouting in exposing these young men to opportunities they otherwise would [...]
1. This Week July 31 - Scout Challenge (Titans) @ Activity Field Uniform – Class B The Titan patrol has prepared a series of challenges that will require a combination of wit and skill to complete successfully. Please come prepared with water and bug repellant. We will be monitoring the weather since storms are in [...]
Rank Advancements Star - Owen Pschigoda (7/17) 2nd Class - Patrick Lakie (7/17) 1. This Week July 24 - PLC Meeting Uniform – Class A Patrol Leaders should arrive with one or more meeting plan/activity prepared. The link below can help with meeting ideas that provide a combination of scout skills and fun. The attached [...]
1. This Week July 17 - Land Sharks @ Activity Field Uniform – Class B This underlying theme is associated with engineering, ingenuity, and cooperation. Also reminder that we are at the activity field, bring water, consider bug spray, and rain gear as needed. Following the activity planned by the Land Sharks, Patrols will take to [...]
Scoutmaster Minute: This weekend was a great break from the heat and perfect for some climbing as you will see below. As things tend to slow down just a little over the summer, I thought this would be good time for a quick review on where various patch's should be placed on the uniform (see [...]
Scoutmaster Minute: The Scout Oath speaks to our Duty to Country. This week marks the very essence of the phase with Independence Day, a day when freedom from tyranny is celebrated. The barbeques and fireworks are great fun, but take a moment to recall and cherish the sacrifices made by our forbearers that had the courage [...]
1. Summer Camp Departure - June 24 Uniform – Class A (no exceptions) All those attending summer camp should be present and accounted for by 8:30am in the VDOT lot at CUMC. Timely arrival makes departure orderly and efficient for loading the bus with all gear and troop equipment, including gathering prescription medications. All [...]
Scoutmaster Minute: Happy Father's Day. For me this was a great day hanging out with my wife and boys watching some great World Cup soccer and doing a little preparation for summer camp next week. Many Father's have helped shape Scouting over the years and I am eternally thankful for their collective willingness to serve the [...]
Scoutmaster Minute: I am in Las Vegas this week for the annual conference of my employer the American Water Works Association (AWWA). As you can imagine the value of water is a central part of our mission. Yesterday I was outside Las Vegas doing some off road exploring which really reinforced the value of water. [...]
1. This Week - Summer Camp Shakedown: June 9 Uniform – Full Class Reminder that this Tuesday is the mandatory Summer Camp Shakedown, if you are attending summer camp you must be there. Please read email sent earlier today [REMINDERS --> SUMMER CAMP SHAKEDOWN 2018 - JUNE 5 - MUST READ!] and come prepared so [...]
