Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Troop 303 New & Updates (12/15/09)

Upcoming Dates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html

Announcements:
  • Thanks for a wonderful night at the Troop Christmas Bowling Match. We had 19 Scouts plus Adult Leaders & Family Members.
  • We wish each of you a very Merry Christmas. Our next meeting will be January 4th. We’ll be doing Troop Elections.
  • Next Court of Honor is January 17th at Camp Hope. Jennifer Head is coordinating the food. Her email is bjhead@windstream.net
  • It’s time for our annual troop recharter! Our annual Troop Recharter is due on January 14th.
Troop 303 Annual Dues for the 2010 year are $62 per scout (2nd scout in same family is $45) and $15 per adult leader.
These troop dues cover:
  • BSA annual registration fee
  • Subscription to Boy’s Life for the Troops, other outdoor magazines and guide for books.
  • Accident insurance per scout or adult leader
  • Funds that go to the Troop Budget for equipment, gear, supplies, and individual awards during the year.
We need your annual dues ASAP. You may pay the full or break it into 2 payments of $31 each (The first payment is due before the December 7th and the second payment due on January 5th.) Only scouts and adult leaders that have paid their annual dues & their scout accounts are paid up will be chartered on January 14th.

  • It’s time to start looking at next year and your role within our troop. We need to schedule a meeting after Christmas to discuss our next steps forward as a troop. Adults what about meeting on January 5th (Tuesday) at 6:30pm at the Scout Hut?

Working Draft Troop 303 Committee for 2010-2011

  • Chair (Steve Roys)
  • Chartered organization representative (James Kelly & Jim Frentheway)
  • Scoutmaster (Roger Greer, Jim Pierce)
  • Adult Training Coordinator (Steve Roys, Allyson David)
  • Advance Coordinator (Paul & Martha Passman)
  • Court of Honor Coordinator (Jennifer Head)
  • Merit Badge Coordinator (Martha Passman & Kathy Barber)
  • Chaplain (Open)
  • Equipment Coordinator (Kevin McCraney)
  • Outdoor/Activities Coordinator (Jim Pierce, Samuel Roys, Trey Greer)
  • Community Projects Coordinator (Chris & Kimberly Mihok & Cara & Jeff Barrentine
  • Summer Camp Coordinator (David Scott & Jeff Tennant)
  • Secretary (Betsy Chaput)
  • Webmaster (Trey Greer)
  • Updating Troop Annual Physicals & Applications: Jeff & Cara Barrentine
  • Treasurer (TJ & Terri Gabriel & Allyson David)
  • Fundraiser Coordinator (Becky Hebert , Tina Walden, Paul Bennett)

All parents are encourage to be active within the Troop either on the Committee or on Monday Nights, or leading outings for the scouts. We need everyone engaged and active to have an awesome troop.

  • It is time to sign-up for Woodruff Summer Camp 2010 (June 27-July 3). Cost is $250 per scout.
Check-out this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEROoEJUuS
      • First Deposit Due of $70: February 1st
      • Second Deposit Due of $70: March 1st
      • Third Deposit Due of $70: March 31st
      • Final Deposit Due of $40 or Balance Due: May 3rd

  • Feb 15-16: Winter Ski Connect 2010 (Sugar Mountain, NC) Cost $130
$50 deposit due by January 25th (Sign-up at Scout Hut)
  • Please help me encourage these scouts to their Eagle. Roger Greer

Scouts Name Rank Birthdate Eagle deadlines
  1. Jacob Walden Star 8/20/1992 Aug 2010
  2. Davis S Gabriel Star 12/06/1992 Dec 2010
  3. Eric Fergusion 01/09/1993 Jan 2011
  4. Anthony Bennett 2/14/1993 Feb 2011
  5. Daniel Mihok 5/08/1993 May 2011
  6. Eric Niconovich 2nd Class 6/29/1993 June 2011
  7. Jonathan McCraney Life 03/07/1994 March 2012
  8. Michael Pierce Life 6/09/1994 June 2012
  9. Luke Hebert Life 8/17/1995 Oct 2013
  10. Micah Mihok Star 6/08/1995 June 2013
  11. Danny Niconvich 1st Class 10/18/1995 Oct 2013

  • If you would like to lead a Troop Outing, Event, or Merit Badge this year contact Roger Greer.
  • FBLA Day of Merit, North Forsyth High School, May 8, 2010, Registration begins March 1, 2010, This is a double session - Scouts can earn two merit badges in one day

Troop Calendar for 2000

  • Jan 4 First Monday Meeting after Christmas Break (Troop Elections)
  • Jan 17 1st Semester Court of Honor at Camp Hope
  • Jan 17-18 Camp Hope Camping Trip: Jennifer Head, David Scott, Steve Roys (Anthony Bennett & Eric Niconvich)
  • LCS Winter Break (Feb 13-21)
  • Feb 15-16 (Ski Trip) Jim Pierce, Roger Greer
  • Feb 27 (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU) Martha & Paul Passman

  • March (Day Hike) Jeff & Amy Tennant
Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
  • April (Climbing Trip)
LCS Spring Break (April 3-11)
  • May (Day Canoe Trip)
(RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/ Jeff & Amy Tennant
  • June 27-July 3 (Summer Camp at Woodruff) David Scott, Jeff Tennant, Chris Mobley

News for NEGA Council:

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010

Troop 303’s Youth Leadership Council:

  • Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
  • Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
  • Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
  • Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
  • Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
  • Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
  • Instructor: Jacob Walden, Daniel Mihok
  • Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
      • Thrasher Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
      • Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
      • Black Hawk Patrol Leader: John Passman
      • Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
      • Panther Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
      • Assistant Leader: Daniel Mihok
(See Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
  • "Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
  • "Safe Swim Defense"
  • "Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us




Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Troop 303 New & Updates (12/1/09)

Announcements:
  • Day Bike Trip is this Saturday, Dec 5, meet at the Scout Hut at Noon with your bike and helmet. We are going to the Ranger Camp and doing an eight mile loop. See you there.
  • Dec 14th is the Christmas Bowling Match. We are meet at Scout Hut at 5:30pm for anyone needing a ride with the church van. Or you may meet us at Yonah Bowl at 6pm. Scouts in uniform bowl for free. We need a head count soon please let us know if you’re not coming.
  • Scoutmaster conferences or Troop Board of Reviews in order to get advancement or merit badges processed in time for our next Court of Honor. Monday, December 14th will be the final date to turn in completed merit badge or rank requirements. NO EXCEPTIONS. Next COH is January 17th.
  • It’s time for our annual troop recharter! Our annual Troop Recharter is due on January 21st. Troop 303 Annual Dues for the 2010 year are $62 per scout (2nd scout in same family is $45) and $15 per adult leader.
These troop dues cover:
BSA annual registration fee
Subscription to Boy’s Life for the Troops, other outdoor magazines and guide for books.
Accident insurance per scout or adult leader
Funds that go to the Troop Budget for equipment, gear, supplies, and individual awards during the year.
We need your annual dues on or before December 7th. You may pay the full $62 before December 7th or break it into 2 payments of $31 each (The first payment is due before the December 7th and the second payment due on January 5th.) Only scouts and adult leaders that have paid their annual dues and their scout accounts are paid up will be chartered on January 21st.
  • Special Thanks to Jacob, Michael, Jim, Allyson, John and Trey for working the 6th Grade Round-Up at LCMS will be Thursday, November 12th from 5-7:30pm. We had seven boy show and interest in scouting: Jordan Ricketts, Oscar Codina, Geannl Cuesta,Chance Cooper, Conner Legler, Benton Brady, and Jake Lingle
  • Welcome visiting scout Eric Fergurson.
  • Thanks to Eric, Danny, Gregory, Chandler and the Mihoks for working at Airport Day. Sounds like it was a great day.
  • If you would like to lead a Troop Outing, Event, or Merit Badge this year contact Roger Greer.
  • FBLA Day of Merit, North Forsyth High School, May 8, 2010, Registration begins March 1, 2010, This is a double session - Scouts can earn two merit badges in one day

Troop Calendar for 2009-10

Dec 5 (Day Bike Trip) Roger Greer/ David Scott/ Samuel Roys
Dec 14 Christmas Bowling Match

Jan 17 1st Semester Court of Honor at Camp Hope
Jan (Winter Backpacking Trip) David Scott
Feb 27 (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU) Martha & Paul Passman
(Ski Trip) Jim Pierce
LCS Winter Break (13-21)
March (Day Hike) Jeff & Amy Tennant
Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
April (Climbing Trip)
LCS Spring Break (3-11)
May (Day Canoe Trip)
(RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/ Jeff & Amy Tennant
June 27-July 3 (Summer Camp at Woodruff) David Scott, Jeff Tennant, Chris Mobley

News for NEGA Council:

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010

Here are the Troop Elections Results:

Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
Instructor: Jacob Walden, Daniel Mihok
Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
#1 Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
#2 Patrol Leader: John Passman
Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
#3 Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
Assistant Leader: Daniel Mihok
(See Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
"Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
"Safe Swim Defense"
"Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Troop News & Updates (11/02/09)

Announcements:
  • Congratulations to Nick Chaput and Miles Clark for earning their Arrow of Light award. Welcome to Troop 303.
  • Congratuations to Nick Chaput for getting his Scout Rank last night.
  • Daniel Victorio will be talking to students on Wednesday during school. The 6th Grade Round-Up at LCMS will be Thursday, November 12th from 5-7:30pm. Please invite any friends that would be good scouts to come. Permission forms are attached. Also, Scouts please sign-up to lead something during the Round-up Event.
  • It’s time for our annual troop recharter! Our annual Troop Recharter is due on January 21st. Troop 303 Annual Dues for the 2010 year are $62 per scout (2nd scout in same family is $45) and $15 per adult leader.
These troop dues cover:
  1. BSA annual registration fee
  2. Subscription to Boy’s Life for the Troops, other outdoor magazines and guide for books.
  3. Accident insurance per scout or adult leader
  4. Funds that go to the Troop Budget for equipment, gear, supplies, and individual awards during the year.
  5. We need your annual dues on or before December 7th. You may pay the full $62 before December 7th or break it into 2 payments of $31 each (The first payment is due before the December 7th and the second payment due on January 5th.) Only scouts and adult leaders that have paid their annual dues and their scout accounts are paid up will be chartered on January 21st.
  • Special thanks to Kevin McCraney and all the adults for taking our troop to the Fall Camp-O-ree this past weekend. Scouts who attended were: John Passman, Eric Niconovich, Justin Scott, Damian Mobley, Sam Barrentine, Trey Greer, Nick Chaput, Davis Gabriel, Greg Barber, Patrick Barber, Jonathan McCraney, and Ethan David. Adults: Kevin McCraney, Paul Passman, Jeff Barrentine, David Scott, and Kathy Barber. The Troop won the knot tying competition and the 1st Aid competitions. Here are a few photos:
  • Many of you need some community service hours. Here a great opportunity to service. On Sunday, November 1st at 2pm, the Lumpkin County Veterans Memorial Marker Committee is looking for help to place memorial markers & American flags along the roadways entering Dahlonega in remembrance of Veterans Day.Volunteers should meet at 2pm Sunday, Nov 1st at the old Folger's Hatcheryon North grove Street across Quick Lube.They will need help putting the marker over 450 up and in two weeks taking them back down.For more information, contact Hanson at 706-864-7221.
  • CONGRATULATIONS TO TREY GREER ON SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING HIS EAGLE SCOUT BOARD OF REVIEW on Thursday! All that remains is the "official" signature from the National BSA Office! http://picasaweb.google.com/rogergreer311/TreySJourneyTowardEagle?feat=directlink
  • FYI all scouts: Make sure you sign up soon for Scout Master conferences or Troop Board of Reviews in order to get advancement or merit badges processed in time for our next Court of Honor. Monday, December 14th will be the final date to turn in completed merit badge or rank requirements. NO EXCEPTIONS. Next COH is January 17th.
  • Jennifer Head is looking for volunteers to help selling ice cream floats at the Etowah Cub-mobile Races on November 7th.
  • Day of Merit is November 7th in Cumming (See Eric Niconovich for details.) http://www.meritbadge.info/mbn/EventDetails.aspx?ID=B5B16E04-3723-4F71-8F97-963288B8AD8A The Future Business Leaders of America at North Forsyth High School are hosting an FBLA Day of Merit on Saturday, November 7, 2009 from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
  • Pack 357 is looking for a Den Chief. If anyone is interested, in the leaders role. (See your SM.)
  • Summer Camp dates are confirm for June 27-July 3 at Camp Woodruff.
  • Airport Day is Nov 14th (10am-2pm) (see Chris Mihok for details.)
  • Our troop sent three Hero Boxes this week to individuals servicing in Afghanistran. If your family would like to support a Hero Box, call Dahlonega Baptist Church for details.
  • We have a few boys needing an over-night camp-out for their rank advancement. Jennifer Head is working on coordinating an overnight camp-out for the Troop on November 23. Look for details to sign-up next Monday Night.
  • If you would like to lead a Troop Outing, Event, or Merit Badge this year contact Roger Greer.
Troop Calendar for 2009-10

Nov 7th: Day of Merit
Nov 7th: Looking for volunteers to help with Etowah Cub-mobile Race at Dobbs Creek Park (See Allyson David for details.)
Nov 12th LCMS Roundup at Climbing Tower
Nov 13-15 (Backpacking Trip) Roger Greer /Samuel Roys (Section 1 of AT plus the Amicalola Falls State Park Trail: 30 miles)
Signed-up: Jacob Walden, Luke Herbert, Trey Greer, Michael Pierce?
If interested sign-up ASAP. See Trey for details.
Nov 23-24 Over-night Camp-out (See Jennifer Head for details.)

Dec 5 (Day Bike Trip) Roger Greer/ David Scott/ Samuel Roys
Dec 14 Christmas Bowling Match

Jan 17 1st Semester Court of Honor at Camp Hope
Jan (Winter Backpacking Trip) David Scott
Feb 27 (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU) Martha & Paul Passman
(Ski Trip) Jim Pierce
LCS Winter Break (13-21)
March (Day Hike) Jeff & Amy Tennant
Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
April (Climbing Trip)
LCS Spring Break (3-11)
May (Day Canoe Trip)
(RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/ Jeff & Amy Tennant
June 27-July 3 (Summer Camp at Woodruff) David Scott, Jeff Tennant, Chris Mobley

News for NEGA Council:

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training, Scoutland, November 13-15, 2009
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010

Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
Instructor: Jacob Walden, Daniel Mihok
Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
#1 Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
#2 Patrol Leader: John Passman
Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
#3 Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
Assistant Leader: Daniel Mihok
(See Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
"Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
"Safe Swim Defense"
"Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us





Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Announcements:
  1. Personal Management starts Tuesday Night (Oct 6th) at 6pm at the Scout Hut. (See Kevin McCraney for details.)
  2. The following 18 people has sign-up for the Fall CampOree on Oct 23-25. Do we need to add anyone else? Scouts your permission form is attached to this email, please bring it on Monday, October 12th.
  • John Passman, Eric Niconovich, Justin Scott, Chandler Cusimano,
  • Davis Gabriel, Greg Barber, Patrick Barber, Jonathan McCraney, Ethan David
  • Damian Mobley, Sam Barrentine, Miles Clark, Joseph Head
  1. Adults: Kevin McCraney, Paul Passman, Jeff Barrentine, David Scott, and Kathy Barber
  2. Parents Meeting on October 12th at 6:30pm to finalize GOLD RUSH plans.
  3. Special thanks to Chris Mihok for teaching the Aviation Merit Badge!!!
  4. Welcome our newest Scout Chandler Cusimano!
  5. Hero Boxes: The 2-121st Infantry Battalion commanded by our own Kenny Payne (Lt. Col) is a force of 704 soldiers now serving in Afghanistan. Let us remember their sacrifice and bravery. Dahlonega Baptist Church is coordinating an opportunity to send all 704 soldiers a care package before October 31st. I’m requesting that each patrol from our Troop send one box, there are three boxes at the Scout Hut, please bring things from the list the put-in them by October 19th.
SUGGESTED ITEMS TO PACK IN THE “HERO BOX:”
Chap Stick shoe strings popcorn in plastic bags (already popped)
Sunflower seeds hot cocoa mix protein drinks (powder)
Altoids Pringles bubble gum
cereal bars high protein bars stick type deodorants (no aerosols)
beef jerky shampoo feminine hygiene items
play cards Mach III razor blades toothbrushes (cheap spin brushes)
toothpaste toothbrush caps foot powder (Gold Bond Extra Strength)
dental floss Under Armour Socks anti fungal foot spray
baby wipes/Wet Ones anti-bacterial eye wash/drop (Visine)
Q-tips brainteasers newspaper
Sudoku playing cards Jaw Breakers
hard candy magazines flip-flops for the shower
sun glasses prepaid call cards Heavy duty Ziploc plastic bags
tablet & pens crosswords letters from children

RESTRICTIONS: NO TOBACCO PRODUCTS, BREAKABLES, FLAMMABLES, DANGEROUS
ITEMS, ANYTHING WHICH WOULD MELT, FLASHLIGHTS, BATTERIES, SUNSCREEN,
ILLEGAL ITEMS, ITEMS WHICH WOULD SPOIL OR DETERIORATE RAPIDLY. NOTE: THE
HERO BOX WILL BE IN POSTAL CHANNELS FOR AT LEAST TWO WEEKS. ALL HERO
BOXES ARE INSPECTABLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH US POSTAL SERVICE REGULATIONS.
If you would like to lead a Troop Outing, Event, or Merit Badge this year contact Roger Greer.

Troop Calendar for 2009-10

  • Oct 6 & 20: Personal Management Merit Badge 6pm at Scout Hut. The following have signed: Luke Hebert, Michael Pierce, John Passman, Anthony Bennett, Jacob Walden, Johnathon McCraney, Eric Niconovich, and Danny Niconovich.
  • TBA (LCMS Roundup)
  • Oct 17-18 (Gold Rush Booth) Co-lead Jim Pierce and Allyson David
  • Oct 23-25 Etowah Fall Camp-O-ree (see Kevin McCraney for details) County Campground on Old Federal Rd in Forsyth County
  • Nov 7th: Looking for volunteers to help with Etowah Cub-mobile Race at Dobbs Creek Park (See Allyson David for details.)
  • Nov 13-15 (Backpacking Trip) Roger Greer /Samuel Roys
  • Dec 5-6 (Climbing Trip) Roger Greer/ David Scott/ Samuel Roys
  • Dec 7 Fall Court of Honor
  • Dec 14 Christmas Bowling Match
  • Jan (Winter Backpacking Trip) David Scott
  • Feb 27 (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU) Martha & Paul Passman
  • (Ski Trip) Jim Pierce
  • LCS Winter Break (13-21)
  • March (Day Hike) Jeff & Amy Tennant
  • Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
  • April (Climbing Trip)
  • LCS Spring Break (3-11)
  • May (Day Canoe Trip)
  • (RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/ Jeff & Amy Tennant
  • June 6-12 (Summer Camp at Woodruff) David Scott, Jeff Tennant, Chris Mobley
News for NEGA Council:

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training, Scoutland, November 13-15, 2009
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010

Here are the Troop Elections Results:

  • Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
  • Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
  • Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
  • Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
  • Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
  • Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
  • Instructor: Jacob Walden, Daniel Mihok
  • Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
#1 Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
#2 Patrol Leader: John Passman
Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
#3 Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
Assistant Leader: Daniel Mihok
(See Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
"Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
"Safe Swim Defense"
"Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us

Monday, September 28, 2009

Troop News & Updates (9/28/09)

Upcoming Dates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html

Announcements:
  • If you would like to lead a Troop Outing, Event, or Merit Badge this year contact Roger Greer.
  • The 2-121st Infantry Battalion commanded by our own Kenny Payne (Lt. Col) is a force of 704 soldiers now serving in Afghanistan. Let us remember their sacrifice and bravery. Dahlonega Baptist Church is coordinating an opportunity to send all 704 soldiers a care package before October 31st. I’m requesting that each patrol for our Troop send a box, three boxes at the Scout Hut, please bring things from the list the put-in them.
SUGGESTED ITEMS TO PACK IN THE “HERO BOX:”
Chap Stick shoe strings popcorn in plastic bags (already popped)
Sunflower seeds hot cocoa mix protein drinks (powder)
Altoids Pringles bubble gum
cereal bars high protein bars stick type deodorants (no aerosols)
beef jerky shampoo feminine hygiene items
play cards Mach III razor blades toothbrushes (cheap spin brushes)
toothpaste toothbrush caps foot powder (Gold Bond Extra Strength)
dental floss Under Armour Socks anti fungal foot spray
baby wipes/Wet Ones anti-bacterial eye wash/drop (Visine)
Q-tips brainteasers newspaper
Sudoku playing cards Jaw Breakers
hard candy magazines flip-flops for the shower
sun glasses prepaid call cards Heavy duty Ziploc plastic bags
tablet & pens crosswords letters from children

RESTRICTIONS: NO TOBACCO PRODUCTS, BREAKABLES, FLAMMABLES, DANGEROUS
ITEMS, ANYTHING WHICH WOULD MELT, FLASHLIGHTS, BATTERIES, SUNSCREEN,
ILLEGAL ITEMS, ITEMS WHICH WOULD SPOIL OR DETERIORATE RAPIDLY. NOTE: THE
HERO BOX WILL BE IN POSTAL CHANNELS FOR AT LEAST TWO WEEKS. ALL HERO
BOXES ARE INSPECTABLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH US POSTAL SERVICE REGULATIONS.

Troop Calendar for 2009-10

  • Sept 14, 21, 28 (7:30-8pm)
  • & Oct 3rd Aviation Merit Badge taught by Chris Mihok
  • (Mondays from 7:30-8pm & Saturday Morning 10am at the Airport.
  • Oct 3-4 (Jack’s River Trail) Backpacking Trek (see Trey Greer to sign-up) Cost $30
  • Oct 6 & 20: Personal Management Merit Badge 6pm at Scout Hut (see Kevin McCraney for details)
  • TBA (LCMS Roundup)
  • Oct 17-18 (Gold Rush Booth) Co-lead Jim Pierce and Allyson David
  • Oct 23-25 Etowah Fall Camp-O-ree (see Kevin McCraney for details)
  • County Campground on Old Federal Rd in Forsyth County
  • (Advanced padding trip for Older Scouts)
  • Nov 7th: Looking for volunteers to help with Etowah Cub-mobile Race at Dobbs Creek Park (See Allyson David for details.)
  • Nov 13-15 (Backpacking Trip) Roger Greer /Samuel Roys
  • Dec 5-6 (Climbing Trip) Roger Greer/ David Scott/ Samuel Roys
  • Dec 7 Fall Court of Honor
  • Dec 14 Christmas Bowling Match
  • Jan (Winter Backpacking Trip) David Scott
  • Feb 27 (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU) Martha & Paul Passman
  • (Ski Trip) Jim Pierce
  • LCS Winter Break (13-21)
  • March (Day Hike) Jeff & Amy Tennant
  • Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
  • April (Climbing Trip)
  • LCS Spring Break (3-11)
  • May (Day Canoe Trip)
  • (RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/ Jeff & Amy Tennant
  • June 6-12 (Summer Camp at Woodruff) David Scott, Jeff Tennant, Chris Mobley

News for NEGA Council:

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training, Scoutland, November 13-15, 2009
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010

Here are the Troop Elections Results:

  • Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
  • Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
  • Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
  • Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
  • Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
  • Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
  • Instructor: Jacob Walden, Daniel Mihok
  • Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
  • #1 Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
  • Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
  • #2 Patrol Leader: John Passman
  • Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
  • #3 Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
  • Assistant Leader: Daniel Mihok
(See Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
"Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
"Safe Swim Defense"
"Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Troop News & Updates (9/15/09)

Upcoming Dates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html

Announcements:
If you would like to lead a Troop Outing, Event, or Merit Badge this year contact Roger Greer.
Anyone interested in taking Personal management (See Kevin McCraney.)


Troop Calendar for 2009-10

  • Sept 14, 21, 28 (7:30-8pm)& Oct 3rd Aviation Merit Badge taught by Chris Mihok (Mondays from 7:30-8pm & Saturday Morning 10am at the Airport.
  • Sept 19 (Fly Fishing) Jennifer & Brian/ Jim Pierce (see Martha Passman for details)
  • Sept 26-27 (Silver Comet Trail) David Scott/ Roger Greer (see Jim Pierce for details) Cost $30
  • Oct 3-4 (Jack’s River Trail) Backpacking Trek (see Trey Greer to sign-up) Cost $30
TBA (LCMS Roundup)
Oct 17-18 (Gold Rush Booth) Co-lead Jim Pierce and Allyson David
Oct 23-25 Etowah Fall Camp-O-ree (see Kevin McCraney for details)
County Campground on Old Federal Rd in Forsyth County
(Advanced padding trip for Older Scouts)
Nov 13-15 (Backpacking Trip) Roger Greer /Samuel Roys
Dec 7 Fall Court of Honor
Dec 5-6 (Climbing Trip) Roger Greer/ David Scott/ Samuel Roys
Dec 14 Christmas Bowling Match

Jan (Winter Backpacking Trip) David Scott
Feb 27 (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU) Martha & Paul Passman
(Ski Trip) Jim Pierce
LCS Winter Break (13-21)
March (Day Hike) Jeff & Amy Tennant
Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
April (Climbing Trip)
LCS Spring Break (3-11)
May (Day Canoe Trip)
(RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/ Jeff & Amy Tennant
June 6-12 (Summer Camp at Woodruff) David Scott, Jeff Tennant, Chris Mobley

News for NEGA Council:

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training, Scoutland, November 13-15, 2009
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010

Here are the Troop Elections Results:

Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
Instructor: Jacob Walden, Daniel Mihok
Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
#1 Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
#2 Patrol Leader: John Passman
Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
#3 Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
Assistant Leader: Daniel Mihok
(See Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
"Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
"Safe Swim Defense"
"Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Troop News & Updates (8/24/09)

Announcements:
  • Welcome Greg & Patrick Barber to Troop 303!!!
  • Any one who would like to help is welcome. Direction questions to (706)531-5104 or email back at: treygr@gmail.com. Next Work Day is Saturday, August 29 at Yahoola Creek (8am till Done.) Trey’s Eagle Project: Building the Swings at Lumpkin County Park & Recreation (Yahoola Creek) See Trey for details. Here are a few photos from past weekend’s work days. http://picasaweb.google.com/rogergreer311/TreySEagleProject?feat=directlink
  • If you would like to lead a Troop Outing or Event this year is Roger Greer.

Troop Calendar for 2009-10

  • TBA (Day Hike) Allyson & Andy David
  • (Day Bike Trail) Allyson & Andy David/ David Scott
  • Sept 14, 21, 28 & Oct 3rd Aviation Merit Badge
  • taught by Chris Mihok (Mondays from 7:30-8pm & Saturday Morning 10am at the Airport.
  • Sept 12 (Day Fishing Trip) Jennifer & Brian/ Jim Pierce/ Martha Passman
  • Sept 19-20 (Silver Comet Trail) Jim Pierce / David Scott
  • (LCMS Roundup)
  • Oct 23-25 (Etowah Fall Camp-O-ree) Kevin McCraney
  • County Campground on Old Federal Rd in Forsyth County
  • (Advanced padding trip for Older Scouts)
  • Oct 17-18 (Gold Rush Booth) Co-lead Jim Pierce
  • (Jack River’s Backpacking Trail) Samuel Roys
  • Nov (Climbing Trip) Roger Greer
  • Dec 7 Fall Court of Honor
  • Dec 14 Christmas Bowling Match
  • Dec (Backpacking Trip) Roger Greer/ David Scott/ Samuel Roys
  • Jan (Winter Backpacking Trip) David Scott
  • Feb 27 (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU) Martha & Paul Passman
  • (Ski Trip) Jim Pierce
  • LCS Winter Break (13-21)
  • March (Day Hike) Jeff & Amy Tennant
  • Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
  • April (Climbing Trip)
  • LCS Spring Break (3-11)
  • May (Day Canoe Trip)
  • (RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/ Jeff & Amy Tennant
  • June 6-12 (Summer Camp at Woodruff) David Scott, Jeff Tennant, Chris Mobley

News for NEGA Council:

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training, Scoutland, November 13-15, 2009
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010

Here are the Troop Elections Results:

  • Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
  • Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
  • Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
  • Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
  • Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
  • Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
  • Instructor: Jacob Walden, Daniel Mihok
  • Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
#1 Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
#2 Patrol Leader: John Passman
Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
#3 Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
Assistant Leader: Daniel Mihok
(See attached Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
"Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
"Safe Swim Defense"
"Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Announcements:
  • We went to welcome Greg & Patrick Barber to Troop 303!!!
  • Trey’s Eagle Project: Building the Swings at Lumpkin County Park & Recreation (Yahoola Creek) See Trey for details. Here are a few photos from this past weekend’s work days. http://picasaweb.google.com/rogergreer311/TreySEagleProject?feat=directlink
Next Work Days will be:
  • Friday, August 14th at Scout Hut from 4-7pm
  • Sunday, August 16th at Scout Hut from 2-7pm
Any one who would like to help out on that dates please give me a call
at: (706)531-5104 or email back at: treygr@gmail.com. So that I can plan
on you being there. Trey
  • Please double check troop data sheet for correct addresses, phone number, and email addresses. Thank you. Roger Greer
  • Troop Calendar is coming along, see details below. I need all adult leaders to meet with me next Monday during recreation time (7pm) to talking about outings and what is your roles as a outing leader? (Scheduling, Adult Leadership, Youth Leadership, Tour Permits, Permission form and more...) Bring your questions. If you would like to add something to the calendar, we can always do that. Roger Greer
Here are the Troop Elections Results:
  • Senior Patrol Leader: Michael Pierce
  • Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Luke Hebert
  • Troop Quartermaster: Eric Niconovich
  • Assistant Quartermaster: Sam Barrentine
  • Troop Historian: Jonathon McCraney
  • Troop Librarian: Anthony Bennett
  • Instructor: Jacob Walden
  • Jr Assist Scoutmaster: Will Passman, Trey Greer
#1 Patrol Leader: Davis Gabriel
Assistant Leader: Grant Lytch
#2 Patrol Leader: Daniel Mihok
Assistant Leader: John Passman
#3 Patrol Leader: Micah Mihok
Assistant Leader: Eric Niconovich
(See attached Troop Data Sheet for list of new patrol members.)

Troop Calendar for 2009-10

August (Day Hike) Allyson & Andy David
(Day Bike Trail) Allyson & Andy David/ David Scott

Sept (Silver Comet Trail) Jim Pierce / David Scott
(Day Fishing Trip) Jennifer & Brian/ Jim Pierce/ Martha Passman
(LCMS Roundup)

Oct (Etowah Fall Camp-O-ree: Oct 23-25) Kevin McCraney
(Advanced padding trip for Older Scouts)
(Gold Rush Booth) Co-lead Jim Pierce
(Jack River’s Backpacking Trail) Samuel Roys
Nov (Climbing Trip) Roger Greer

Dec (Backpacking Trip) Roger Greer/ David Scott/ Samuel Roys
Jan (Winter Backpacking Trip) David Scott
Feb (Advanca-a-Rama at NGCSU: Feb 27th) Martha & Paul Passman
(Ski Trip) Jim Pierce
LCS Winter Break (13-21)
March (Day Hike)
Taste of the Mountains Roger Greer/ David Scott
April (Climbing Trip)
LCS Spring Break (3-11)
May (Day Canoe Trip) (RAFB Air Show: May 1-2) http://www.robins.af.mil/
June/July (Summer Camp) David Scott

News for NEGA Council:

Fall Camporee 2009, Oct 23-25, 2009, County Campground on Old Federal Rd in Forsyth County

Powder Horn 2009
16 or older by September 1st, 2009
Camp Rainey Mountain, Sept 12-13, 2009
Whitewater Express, Ocoee Camp, Sept 26-27, 2009
Scoutland, October 10-11, 2009

Advance-a-rama, Feb 27th at NGCSU

National Youth Leadership Training 2010
May 30-June 4, 2010 at Scoutland

Troop Leadership Training TBA

Roundtable: 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7pm, First Baptist Cumming, 1597 Sawnee Drive in Cumming, Ga
Recharter Workshop, Dec 10th, 7pm
District Banquet on May 13

Adult Leader Training
Advanced Outdoor Skills Training, Scoutland, November 13-15, 2009
Wood Badge 2010, Camp Rainey Mountain, April 23-25 & May 14-16, 2010


Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
  • "Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
  • "Safe Swim Defense"
  • "Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Troop News (4-27-09)

Announcements:

* Please pay up on your scout accounts. We have a lot money tied up with Summer Camp 2009 this year. If you need an updated personal account summary sheet see TJ Gabriel
* May 1st: Camp Woodruff Balance Final payment due: $120
* If you have not completed a new annual physical for this year, please do so ASAP. (Questions to Cara Barrentine.)
* Please bring your Scout book on Monday nights.
* Trey’s work days for his Eagle Project: TBA
* Justin Scott & Ethan David completed their Scout Rank Requirements, last night.


* May 2-3: Canoeing Trek $30
o Meet at the Troop Hut Saturday Morning at 9:30am
o Departing for Reservoir at 10am, After lunch paddling the Chestatee River
o Camping at Appalachian Outfitters on Hwy 60
o Sunday Morning Paddling TBA (Maybe Etowah River HWY 9 to Castleberry Bridge.)
1. John Passman (need permission form)
2. Grant Lytch
3. Braden Barrentine (Sat Only)
4. Sam Barrentine (Sat Only)
5. Joseph Head (need permission form)
6. Landon Tennant
7. Justin Scott (need permission form)
8. Damian Mobley
9. Trey Greer
10. Jacob Walden (need permission form)
11. Luke Herbert (Grab-master)
12. Paul Passman
13. David Scott
14. Roger Greer
15. Jeff Barrentine (Sat Only)
16. Mr. Tennant



o We are starting to draft on the 2009-2010 Troop 303 Calendar. Adult Leaders & Parents please help us by volunteering to lead a outing or trip next year.


o May 4: Regular Scout Meeting


* We are rescheduling the May 4th, Troop Committee Meeting at 6pm for May 11th (Senior Patrol Leadership Meeting 6pm) Adult Leaders & Parents please attend.


* Spring Court of Honor???


* May 31-June 6: Summer Camp at Woodruff 2009

Adult Coordinator: Jim Pierce
Camp Dues: $280


Adults: Jim Pierce (except Wed), Paul Passman (All week), David Scott ??, Jeff Barrentine ???, Tom Campell (2 days)

1. Grant Lytch
2. Luke Hebert
3. Braden Barrentine
4. Sam Barrentine
5. Eric Niconovich
6. Danny Niconovich
7. Michael Pierce
8. John Passman
9. Davis Gabriel
10. Landon Tennant
11. Jacob Walden
12. Justin Scott
13. Micah Mihok
14. Daniel Mihok
15. Joseph Head
16. Ethan David


* Summer Long Backpacking Trek (AT NC/VA: July 6-17 or 12-24)
* LCS 2009-10 school year start August 7th for students.


Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.


Other training opportunities:

* "Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
* "Safe Swim Defense"
* "Safety Afloat"

Monday, April 20, 2009

Troop News & Updates (4/20/09)

Announcements:
  • Please pay up on your scout accounts. We have a lot money tied up with Summer Camp 2009 this year. If you need an updated personal account summary sheet see TJ Gabriel
  • If you have not completed a new annual physical for this year, please do so ASAP. (Questions to Cara Barrentine.)
  • Please bring your Scout book on Monday nights.
  • Trey’s work days for his Eagle Project: TBA
We had a wonderful Climbing Weekend on April 17-19. Thank you Paul Passman and David Scott for your help. Here are few photos:
http://picasaweb.google.com/rogergreer311/SandrockApril2009?feat=directlink
(Jacob Walden, Michael Pierce, Kaleb Hunt, Justin Scott, Davis Gabriel, Grant Lytch , Trey Greer , and John Passman)
Adults: Paul Passman, David Scott, Roger Greer, Scott Gooch

  • May 1st: Camp Woodruff Balance Final payment due: $120
  • May 2-3: Canoeing Trek $30
  • Drafting on the 2009-2010 Troop 303 Calendar
  • May 4: Troop Committee Meeting 6pm (Senior Patrol Leadership Meeting 6pm)
  • Spring Court of Honor???
May 31-June 6: Summer Camp at Woodruff
April 1st: Camp Woodruff 2nd deposit due: $100
February 1st: Camp Woodruff 1st Deposit Due: $60
May 31-June 6, 2009
Woodruff Summer Camp
Adult Coordinator: Jim Pierce
Camp Dues: $280
Promo Video – Woodruff: Just follow this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEROoEJUuSM.

Adults: Jim Pierce (except Wed), Paul Passman (All week), Scott Gooch (3 days), David Scott ??, Jeff Barrentine ???, Tom Campell (2 days)
  1. Grant Lytch
  2. Luke Hebert
  3. Braden Barrentine
  4. Sam Barrentine
  5. Eric Niconovich
  6. Danny Niconovich
  7. Michael Pierce
  8. Nick Gooch
  9. John Passman
  10. Davis Gabriel
  11. Landon Tennant
  12. Jacob Walden
  13. Justin Scott
  14. Damian Mobley
  15. Micah Mihok
  16. Daniel Mihok
  17. Joseph Head
  18. Ethan David

  • Summer Long Backpacking Trek (AT NC/VA: July 6-17 or 12-24)
  • LCS 2009-10 school year start August 7th for students.
  • Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
  • Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
  • NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We’re requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and “Youth Protection” Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
  • "Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
  • "Safe Swim Defense"
  • "Safety Afloat"
--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us

Monday, April 13, 2009

Troop News (3-27-09)

Announcements:

  • Welcome to the five new Scouts and their Family from Pack 357. ( Damion Mobley, Jeffery Tennant, Justin Scott, Joseph Head, Ethan David)
  • Thank you, Dean Sockwell for helping us with our troop physicals last night.
  • If you have not completed a new annual physical for this year, please do so ASAP. (Questions to Cara Barrentine.)
  • Please bring your Scout book on Monday nights.
  • Trey's Work Days for his Eagle Project: TBA.
  • April 1st will be your last opportunities to sign-up for Summer Camp before we start giving back some of the 9 spaces left we reserved.
  • March 26th: Taste of the Mountains (See Roger Greer for details.)
  • April 1st: Camp Woodruff 2nd deposit due: $100
  • February 1st: Camp Woodruff 1st Deposit Due: $60 We have 11 scouts sign-up with only 9 open spot left. Sign-up today!
  • May 31-June 6, 2009 Woodruff Summer Camp

Adult Coordinator: Jim Pierce
Camp Dues: $280
Promo Video - Woodruff: Just follow this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEROoEJUuSM.

  • April 18-19: Canoe Trek
  • Spring Court of Honor (April 20)
  • April 25th: Side by Side Community Service Day
  • May 1st: Camp Woodruff Balance due: $120
  • May 2-3: Rock Climbing Trek
  • May 4: Troop Committee Meeting 6pm (Senior Patrol Leadership Meeting 6pm)
  • May 31-June 6: Summer Camp at Woodruff ($280)
    1. Grant Lytch
    2. Luke Hebert
    3. Braden Barrentine
    4. Sam Barrentine
    5. Eric Niconovich
    6. Danny Niconovich
    7. Michael Pierce
    8. Nick Gooch
    9. John Passman
    10. Davis Gabriel
    11. Landon Tennant
  • Summer Long Backpacking Trek (AT NC/VA: July 6-17 or 12-24)

Troop 303 Updates: http://bsa303.org/index_updates.html
Etowah District website: http://etowah-bsa.org/
NEGA Council website: http://www.nega-bsa.org/

Adult Training:
BSA On-line Learning Center: http://olc.scouting.org/info/bsfs.html
We're requesting that you use the web link above and take the "Troop Committee Challenge" and "Youth Protection" Training on-line.

Other training opportunities:
"Fast Start: Boy Scouting"
"Safe Swim Defense"
"Safety Afloat"

--
Roger Greer
Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 303
http://www.bsa303.org/
706-867-7047
706-867-9001
rgreer@lumpkin.k12.ga.us