Key Takeaways from this Newsletter
The first Scout to email me his correct answer to the Mystery Question contained in this newsletter gets one US dollar! Don’t forget to copy a parent on your response.
- Next Meeting – Mon, Feb 19 – School Hall
- Sock Drop-off – Sat, Feb 17
- Cabin Camping – Feb 23-25
- Spring Court of Honor – Mon, Mar 4
- Mystery Question ???
- Cub Scout Pancake Breakfast – Mar 3
- Men’s Day of Reflection – Mar 9
- Backpacking Weekend – April 26-28
Hi everyone,
- Next Troop Meeting – Monday, February 19 – 7:00-9:00 – School Hall
Thanks to everyone who came out for Scout Mass last weekend. We always have good attendance at Scout Mass. I think it shows that a SCOUT IS REVERENT! That is the last, and most important, point of the Scout Law!
We will continue to work on rank advancement at our next meeting.
- Sock Drop-Off – Saturday, February 17 – 9:00 AM
Mr. Reese has confirmed delivery of the collection to Cornerstone Community Outreach in Uptown on Saturday, February 17. Scouts and parents are encouraged to help.We will meet at the Parish Office Building at 9:00 on that morning. We will load up and go and will be back at St. Juliana by 11:00.
- February 23-25 Cabin Camp-Out
We are looking forward to the winter cabin camping weekend at Camp Topenebee – near Michigan City. Here’s hoping they have snow! Scout Chris Z is going to set up a geocaching course for the Troop as part of his work on Geocaching merit badge.
The cost of this weekend is $45.00 per person and the permission slip is in the Resource Center. The permission slip and payment are due at the February 19 Troop meeting. We need to plan food and drivers, so we will not be accepting any late sign-ups. You must sign up and pay no later than the February 19 Troop meeting. I hope you can make it!
- Spring Court of Honor – Part of the Monday, March 4 Troop Meeting
Please join us for the Spring Court of Honor. Many of the Scouts will be recognized for rank advancement and merit badges they have earned.
We will also be talking to you about:
- Summer camp at Owasippe
- The annual BSA health form requirement
- Scoutbook – The Online System for Tracking Advancement
- Mystery Question!
There were three men swimming in the ocean. A lifeguard called to them to stay away from water due to high tides. He noticed that only two men’s hair was wet. Why was that?
- Lector Training
Are you interested in serving as a lector at weekend Masses? The parish is offering training to anyone who is interested. Let me know if you are interested and I will help you get connected.
- Catholic Religious Award for Boy Scouts
The Troop is making plans to offer the Ad Altare Dei (To the Altar of God) award to our members. More information will be available soon. Here is a picture of the ribbon/medal that is given to those who complete the program.
- Cub Scout Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, March 3 – School Hall - 8:00 am–12:30 pm
It is time once again for the Cub Scout Pancake Breakfast. You can get tickets from Mr. Gulliford or Mrs. Albanito. Tickets are $7.00 in advance and $8.00 at the door. Raffle tickets for awesome prizes are available at 6 tickets for $5.00.
Boy Scouts who need service hours are invited to help. Talk to Mr. Gulliford or me about getting signed up to help at the Pancake Breakfast.
- April 26-28 Backpacking Weekend – Hold the Date!
Mr. Gulliford is working on getting reservations for a weekend of camping and backpacking in Wisconsin. Mark your calendar and watch for more information.
- Men’s Day of Reflection – Saturday, March 9
The men of the parish are invited to a day of reflection at St. Juliana. For more information check the Sunday bulletin, parish website or talk to me or Vic Ramirez. It promises to be a great way to recharge your faith life. Mr. Ramirez and I are on the planning committee and can assure you it will be a rewarding day.
I hope to see you at the Sock Drop-off tomorrow!
Mr. Pelrine
Scoutmaster, Troop 965
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