Hello Troop 1!
First, we had 14 scouts join us at Snow Base last week, where we built shelters, played broomball, snowshoed, skied, and some of us slept outside!
See our photos of Snow Base.
Second, our Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) met on Monday to plan the next month of activities.
Volunteer opportunity at Feed My Starving Children | Monday January 19, 2:15-4:15
This coming Monday, on MLK Jr. Day, let's help others in need by packing meal kits at Feed My Starving Children. Scouts who have done this before say it's fun and rewarding.
No regular troop meeting on January 19th, since it's a school holiday.
Troop hike | Saturday, January 24, 10am at MUMC
We'll meet at MUMC and decide where we'd like to walk. We've been doing this on the 3rd Saturday each month, covering 3-4 miles.
Troop Meeting: Snow Sports Merit Badge Part 1 | Monday, January 26, 6:30-8pm at MUMC
In preparation for Ski Camp in February, we'll start work on the snow sports merit badge. During this first session, we'll cover general safety and first aid, and how to dress for cold weather. There should also be time to work on rank advancement and play a game.
Troop Meeting: Snow Sports Merit Badge Part 2 | Monday, February 2 6:30-8pm at MUMC
We are now prepared to offer snowboarding, XC skiing, and snowshoeing in addition to downhill skiing merit badge options. We'll split into groups and work on the requirements for each sport. Even if you've earned the badge already, you may want to learn a new skill! There should also be time to work on rank advancement and play a game.
Ski Camp | February 6-8 at Anderson Scout Camp and Trollhaugen
Troop 1 will welcome Arrow of Light scouts to join us at camp for our annual Ski Camp weekend. We'll stay in the Peterson/Adirondack cabins Friday night, then drive to Trollhaugen on Saturday. Scouts can ski, snowboard, or hang out in the chalet. We'll offer a chance to work on Snow Sports Merit Badge (on-the-hill requirements for snowboard or alpine options). We return to Fred C. Saturday night for dinner at camp, and drive home Sunday morning.
Register Here | Campout Roster
Troop 1 will welcome Arrow of Light scouts to join us at camp for our annual Ski Camp weekend. We'll stay in the Peterson/Adirondack cabins Friday night, then drive to Trollhaugen on Saturday. Scouts can ski, snowboard, or hang out in the chalet. We'll offer a chance to work on Snow Sports Merit Badge (on-the-hill requirements for snowboard or alpine options). We return to Fred C. Saturday night for dinner at camp, and drive home Sunday morning.
Register Here | Campout Roster
TBD: XC Ski and/or Snowshoe outing
For those who are interested in these options for Snow Sports merit badge, we'll arrange some time out on the trails. Anyone who is interested is welcome! Rentals should be available. We have some experienced skiers within the troop who are excited to help teach and share their love of this sport.
Pancake Breakfast | February 15, time TBD
We are planning to host a pancake breakfast on the Sunday morning before Mardi Gras. Help us celebrate and fund Troop 1 activities!
Looking forward to more fun winter activities with you all!
