Troop 874 Meeting Notes, May 22, 2008

We Remember – The Memorial Day weekend will kick off with the traditional decorating of military graves at Baltimore National Cemetery on Friday, May 23. Scouts are strongly encouraged to join other members of the National Pike District and Arrowhead District in placing US flags on the graves. It is an amazing site to see flags fluttering from the 42,000 graves. The event will include a brief ceremony commemorating those who gave their lives in defense of freedom. The troop will meet at Glen Mar and depart for the Cemetery at 5:30 pm, Friday, May 23. Scouts and adult leaders should wear their complete uniform including neckerchief. This event is considered an outing for the purposes of advancement. More importantly, it is an important civic duty!!!

Eagle Projects On Tap

Several Eagle projects are ready to move forward. Here is a brief listing:

David B. – Sunday, June 1 from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. David will lead a project to assemble and decorate care packages for Maryland National Guard members serving in Iraq. The project will take place at Thomas Baker Armory, 4244 Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043. Contact David

Zack S – Saturday, June 14 – Zack's project will take place at Sarah's House building a brick grill, replacing benches and tables, and revitalizing a garden. The project will run from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at Sarah's House, 2015 20th St. Fort George Meade, MD 20755. Participants are requested to bring rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, wrenches, cordless drills, gloves, garden trowels, and masonry tools. Anyone working 2 hours or more will be entered in a drawing to win a $50 Best Buy Gift Card.

Summer Camp Orientation Meeting – On Thursday, June 12 beginning at 7:30 pm during the regular meeting the troop will hold an information meeting on summer camp. This meeting is for adults and especially important for parent's of Pioneer Scouts or scouts who have not gone to summer camp with the Troop. Parents will learn tips that will help ensure their scout has a successful summer camp experience. Jerry Fleischmann will present the top ten list of things NOT to do when sending your son to summer camp!!!

Adult CPR Training – The June 3 session is full but additional sessions will be held in the future. Beginning during the summer on a monthly basis the troop will sponsor the Adult Red Cross CPR training. The cost is $30. Contact Stephanie Landry-Fida.

Merit Badge Counselors – See Mr. Bob Scarborough to confirm merit badges for which you are a counselor.

Troop to Acknowledges Graduating Seniors – Troop 874 acknowledged the many graduating high school seniors who have been members of the troop for many years. They are off to seek fame, fortune, and success in the world! These scouts are the remaining scouts from a group of 32 cub scouts that joined the troop seven years ago. The troop extends it best wishes to these individuals and we hope they will return often to visit us.

Information Worth Repeating

Drivers Needed for June Camping Trip – The troop is short on transportation for 30 scouts for the June rafting trip. See Mr. Phil Conant to volunteer. The trip to the campground is approximately 3.5 to 4 hours.

Merit Badge Selections for Camp Saffron – Mr. Mike Rice is working with Rangers who need to select merit badges for summer camp. See Mr. Rice as soon as possible.

Members of the Order of the Arrow – Mr. Dave Resetar is working to update troop records for adults and scouts who are members of the OA. Make sure to see him so your membership in the OA is recorded in troop records.

Bud Hunt

Assistant Scoutmaster