Welcome New Members
We are happy to welcome our newest members of the Troop – Jimmy, Anthony and Matteo. Even though the Webelos Crossover has been delayed, we have transferred their membership to the Troop, and they are officially Boy Scouts now! A couple of them are already starting to work on advancement requirements remotely.
Work on Advancement
Remember that you can continue to work on advancement while we are restricted to home. For example:
You get the idea. If you want to work on something, send an email to me and Mr. Gulliford (w.gulliford@att.net) and we’ll be happy to get you going.
- Christian completed Personal Fitness merit badge a few days ago by taking pictures of his remaining work and sending them to me. Mr. Gulliford recorded it in Troopmaster and ScoutBook and he has now earned the Eagle-required badge.
- A half dozen Scouts are actively working on Family Life merit badge with Mrs. Pelrine. She is willing to work with more of you if you are interested. More info below.
- Shawn just completed a remote Board of Review and Scoutmaster Conference and has now reached the rank of Star. Congratulations Shawn!
- Colin is working on Camping merit badge and Cyberchip.
- The Philmont Crew is working on both Hiking and Backpacking merit badges.
You get the idea. If you want to work on something, send an email to me and Mr. Gulliford (w.gulliford@att.net) and we’ll be happy to get you going.
Hiking or Biking
It's still OK to go hiking or biking if you can get someone in your family to go with you. Even a couple of miles on the Des Plaines River Trail will help to clear your head and relieve your cabin fever. You should expect that most park facilities (offices, nature centers, bathrooms) are closed, but trails remain open. Maintain physical distancing if you see others on the trail and be sure to cover your sneezes or cough.