Important updates and Buddy Card Fundraiser
The below documents were shared at the 11/19/24 meeting.
Next Troop Outing: Game On! 12/14/24 – $10 – Due 12/10/24
Join us at Camp Friedlander on December 14th from 9 am – 3 pm for a wide range of tabletop games and work on some fun Merit Badges! Troop 302 will leave at 8:15am from St Lawrence and return at 4pm.
Registration
Pay attention to email from Scouting America regarding annual registration. Some scouts have not registered. If finances are an issue, please reach out to the troop adult leadership.
Price Hill Thanksgiving Day Parade
Troop 302 will be in the Thanksgiving Day Parade on 11/28. We will meet at 9:15am at West High to drive to St. Lawrence. Looking to get at least 4 scouts to be present.
Holiday party – 12/17/2024
Our troop holiday party will be 12/17/24. Scouts will be able to use points earned for meeting preparedness to bid on prizes.
No meeting 12/24 and 12/31
Troop Fundraising
To help reduce costs, Troop 302 has 3 fundraisers planned that we need your help with.
Troop 302 is now selling LaRosa’s buddy cards. Buddy cards can be pre-purchased for $20. We will make the bulk purchase of cards after the 12/10 meeting and have 12/17 to distribute.
Each scout will earn $15 towards their Scouting adventure for every buddy card sold,
If a Scout sells 5 Buddy cards, they will earn a Troop 302 Knit hat.
If a scout sells 10 buddy cards, they will earn a Troop 302 Hoodie.
Parents: Send money collected and a copy of your order form to Scoutmaster Terry by the 12/10 meeting.
In January, we will run our second annual Grill Fundraiser. One of our Eagle Scouts from 2008 has donated a Traeger Pro Series 22 Pellet Grill in Bronze ($500 value). When we launch this sale, please help us promote it. Every sale can drive down the cost of summer camp for your scout and cover larger excursions.
In Spring, we will hold our second annual pancake breakfast. We would love parent help in planning this event.
Benefits of Scouting
Participating in scouting programs offers numerous benefits for youth, including:
- Skill Development: Scouts learn a variety of practical skills, such as camping, cooking, first aid, and outdoor survival, which can be valuable throughout their lives.
- Leadership Opportunities: Scouting encourages youth to take on leadership roles within their groups, fostering confidence and decision-making skills.
- Teamwork and Cooperation: Scouting activities often require collaboration, helping youth learn the importance of working together and supporting one another.
- Community Service: Many scouting programs emphasize community service, teaching youth the value of giving back and making a positive impact in their communities.
- Character Building: Scouting instills values such as honesty, integrity, and respect, helping youth develop strong moral character.
- Physical Fitness: Through various outdoor activities and challenges, scouts promote an active lifestyle, enhancing physical health and well-being.
- Friendship and Social Skills: Scouting provides opportunities to meet new people and build friendships, promoting social skills and a sense of belonging.
- Connection with Nature: Scouts spend significant time outdoors, developing an appreciation for nature and the environment.
- Goal Setting and Achievement: Earning merit badges and awards encourages youth to set goals and work towards achieving them, fostering a sense of accomplishment.
- Lifelong Memories: The experiences and adventures in scouting create lasting memories and stories that youth cherish for years to come.
Join Scouts Night!
Join Scouts Night – Tuesday, 9/17/24 @ St. Lawrence 7pm-8:30pm
Now is a great time to learn about what scouting has to offer!
Information booths, kayaking, fishing, jumbo Jenga, cornhole, pinewood derby racing, camping displays, cooking demonstrations, and ax throwing will be available to introduce people to Scouting’s adventure!
Hot dogs will be available. A $30 skyline gift card will be drawn as a door prize for the event.
Interested in learning more about Scouting and units near you, check out beascout.org.
Troop Cell Phone Policy
Cell Phones will no longer be permitted on Camping trips or to be used during troop meetings unless exceptions are granted by the scoutmaster or deemed necessary for the program.
This policy is meant to support youth protection.
Camping Trip Sign-up
Use this sign-up genius to make if your scout plans to attend a camping trip: http://tinyurl.com/trp302
Troop update 2/27/24
Here are the key items shared at the Court of Honor on 2/20.
Advancement Guide for parents and Scouts – Troop 302
Camp Friedlander Program Guide
Link to sign-up for events: http://tinyurl.com/trp302
Camping Trip next weekend.
Fundraising
The Grill Raffle of 2024 is underway. Every dollar raised supports the troop.
$1 for 1 ticket, or $5 for 6!
There will be a pancake breakfast 4/21 to promote Scouting at St. Lawrence. We will need all hands on deck to pull it off.
Troop Court of Honor
There will be a troop Court of Honor on 2/20 at 7pm. We will present advancement awards, discuss summer camp, and have an overview of Scoutbook.