Scoutmaster's Minute

November 25, 2003

Good Day All:

As I look back over this past weekend's campout, I am having a hard time thinking of too much that did not go extremely well. The weather was very cooperative, and we were able to hike the Gettysburg Historic Trails in short sleeves for most of the day. Our new tents looked really sharp - all lined up and spaced evenly. The scouts did a great job with the meals that they prepared. The leaders (we actually had 6 adults on this trip) all ate well and were able to enjoy themselves, too. We hope to have some pictures up on the web site soon - so keep checking!

I am continually amazed by the cooperation of the scouts in this troop. For the most part, they all worked together to tackle whatever task was before them. From the initial camp set-up well after dark on Friday, to waking up on Saturday morning when the stars were still out, to the cooking and clean-up after meals (OK, so we do have a little bit of work to get the clean-up to be a bit more organized), to the Scouts' own service and breaking camp on Sunday, they helped each other whenever they could. So, to all of the Scouts - I want you to be proud of yourselves because you are almost 2/3's of the way there!

What I need for everyone to do for me is to let me know ASAP which portions of the Gettysburg Historic Trails patch they have completed but have not yet received. I do know what you qualified for on this trip, but I may not be aware of work you have done in prior troops or on prior trips. I would like to be able to order the patches and segments and have them for the December Court of Honor. Speaking of the Court of Honor; any scout who needs a Scoutmaster conference, please see me and let me know. In addition, all those scouts needing a Board of Review should speak with Mrs. Thompson as soon as possible.

Be on the lookout for details regarding the Family Holiday Dinner/gathering/party that we will be having the same night as the Court of Honor. I know that the Committee has been hard at work planning this event and they'll need everyone's help in order to pull it off smoothly.

Also, please remember that we will need some Scouts in uniform at Church this coming Sunday (11/30) to help collect the Scouting for Food bags after both services. Maybe some of you who did not sell any popcorn or help out with the Church Sales can try to make an appearance and help out on Sunday. (However, that's not to say that those scouts who did sell popcorn shouldn't help out also.)

According to Connie Miller, the Church has given us the go-ahead for Darin's Eagle ceremony on Sunday, December 28th. Official invitations were mailed out yesterday, so you should be getting them soon. If you have any family members visiting for the Christmas Holiday that you would like to bring along, please do so. In addition, Darin was asked by the Buckingham Township Board of Supervisors to attend their December 10th Township meeting to receive an official proclamation and commendation. All Troop 41 Scouts and families who would like to attend are welcome to do so. This is not an official troop event, so participation is strictly optional, but those scouts who do attend should be in full Class-A uniform. The meeting begins at 7:30 PM on Dec. 10.

Well, I think that's it for now, but if you have any questions or concerns, please let me know. And please - everyone have a truly happy and safe Thanksgiving Holiday!

Yours in Scouting and Friendship,

L. Scott Masi

Scott.Masi@Comcast.net

215-345-0997

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