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Scout Sunday (Feb 9) The troop is looking for some representatives to attend the 9:30 am service at CUMC to greet guests, assist with a reading as part of the service and speak about their scouting experience during the service or even just attend the service to represent scouting in general. Scouts are asked to wear their Class A Uniform for the service. Please sign up to show your support of our host facilities.   Feb 4 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC (inside) What: Paracord crafts with the Quackers!  We will be making neckerchief woggles and cord pulls. [...]

Stargazing Campout @ Sky Meadows State Park (Feb 1-2) Sky Meadows is a backpacking trip (the campsite is 1 mile from parking) and this will be cold weather camping.  We meet Saturday morning and camp out Saturday night.   Scout Sunday (Feb 9) The troop is looking for some representatives to attend the 9:30 am service at CUMC to greet guests, assist with a reading as part of the service and speak about their scouting experience during the service or even just attend the service to represent scouting in general. Scouts are asked to wear their Class A Uniform for the [...]

Stargazing Campout @ Sky Meadows State Park (Feb 1-2) Sky Meadows is a backpacking trip (the campsite is 1 mile from parking) and this will be cold weather camping.  We meet Saturday morning and camp out Saturday night.   Jan 21 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC (inside) What: Cold weather camping with the Okpik crew and Morse code challenge with the Raccoons! Check out the attached tips for cold weather camping - remember the 3 W layers (wicking, warmth, and wind/wet) and COLD (clean, overheating, loose layers, and dry).  Winter camping tips Jan 28 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 [...]

Please note: The Scoutmaster will be out of town this week. New Sign Ups!   Merit Badge University (Jan 26 & Feb 16) Stargazing Campout @ Sky Meadows State Park (Feb 1-2) Sky Meadows is a backpacking trip (the campsite is 1 mile from parking) and this will be cold weather camping.  We meet Saturday morning and camp out Saturday night.   Jan 14 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC (inside) What: A special visit from Matthew (a former 893 Scout) and Quackers will lead Patrol Olympics! Jan 21 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC (inside) What: Cold [...]

Happy Snow Day! Jan 7 - Patrol Leader Council (PLC) When: 7-8 PM Where: Zoom call (due to inclement weather) What: All Scouts in a position of responsibility must attend to help plan troop meetings and outings. Coming soon...   Jan 26 & Feb 16: Merit Badge University Feb 1-2: Winter camping @ Sky Meadows State Park with stargazing! Mar 4: Spring Elections Mar 11: Welcome New Scouts Mar 21-23: Backpacking / rock climbing campout @ Elizabeth Furnace Apr 1: Spring Court of Honor Apr 25-27: New Scout campout @ Lions Club camp May 23-25: Annual canoeing trip on Shenandoah River Jun [...]

Thanks for a great 2024! Winter camp at Shenandoah River State Park (Feb) Rock climbing at Sugarloaf Mountain (Mar) New Scout Campout at Lions Club Camp (Apr) Annual canoe trip on the Shenandoah River (May) Summer camp at Camp Freedom (Jul) Backpacking in the Shenandoah National Park (Aug) Camping and hiking at Gettysburg National Military Park (Sep) Fall camporee at Walkersville Watershed (Oct) Mission Impossible at Lions Club Camp (Dec) See you in 2025!   Jan 7: PLC Jan 26 & Feb 16: Merit Badge University Feb 1-2: Winter camping @ Sky Meadows State Park with stargazing! Mar 4: Spring Elections [...]

Eagle Project Opportunity Oliver's Eagle Project tomorrow!   This Week (Dec 17) - Winter Break Party! When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC fellowship hall What: Games! Food! Fun! If your last name ends with A-M, please bring a snack (salty or sweet).  Last names ending N-Z should bring a drink. Have a great winter break - see you in 2025! Coming in 2025... Jan 7: PLC Jan 26 & Feb 16: Merit Badge University Feb 1-2: Winter camping @ Sky Meadows State Park with stargazing! Mar 4: Spring Elections Mar 11: Welcome New Scouts Mar 28-30: Backpacking campout Apr 1: Spring Court of [...]

Eagle Project Opportunity Sign up to help at Oliver's Eagle Project: 12/15/2024, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM   Dec 10 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC fellowship hall What: Scout Jeopardy with the Raccoon Patrol! Dec 17 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC fellowship hall What: Golden Eagles are planning a holiday party and game night! WINTER BREAK - SEE YOU IN 2025! Our first meeting will be Tuesday, January 7.  It will be a PLC inside CUMC. Coming in 2025... Jan 25 & Feb 16 - Merit Badge University Mar 4 - Spring Elections Mar [...]

Dec 3 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC fellowship hall What: Quacker Patrol will lead an orienteering adventure around the church! Dec 6-8 - Mission Impossible When: Friday through Sunday Where: Lions Club Youth Camp What: A challenging weekend is planned for the Scouts! We're sleeping in cabins and the adults cook! Sign-up closes on Dec 3rd so sign up now. Don't forget your permission slip! Weather forecast is a high of 35 F, and we will be outside.  Dress for the weather! Hats! Gloves! Be prepared! Dec 10 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC fellowship hall What: [...]

Congratulations! Luke - Eagle David - 1st Class Sauren - 1st Class Tues, Sep 26 - Troop Meeting When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC activity field What: Troop Elections!  We are selecting a new leadership team.  All Scouts should consider what position of responsibility is right for them. Tues, Oct 3 - Court of Honor When: 7-8:30 PM Where: CUMC Sanctuary (inside) What: Time to celebrate all the great things that the Scouts have accomplished! Wear your Class A and merit badge sash!  Families are most welcome! Oct 6-7: Sully Chapter Fall OA Ordeal OA members should follow the link to [...]