Hello Troop 1!
With summer officially here, our next couple of troop meetings will be at the beach! This week we also have a car wash supporting the sailing crew, and the Crossover ceremony where we welcome the Pickle Jars into the troop.
Do you have any thoughts or suggestions you'd like to share with us?
We're looking for feedback on the past year and suggestions for the next, as we plan Troop 1 activities for the '26-'27 scouting year.
Both scouts and adults are welcome to share, and they can do so anonymously if that feels more comfortable.
We'll wrap this up and move forward with planning soon, so please submit your comments this week if possible.
Swimming + swim tests | Monday, June 1 and June 8, 6:30-8, Lake Nokomis little beach (Map)
Join us tomorrow and the following Monday at Lake Nokomis Little Beach to kick off the summer by having fun at the beach! Come ready to swim with suits and towels. There are also opportunities for advancement if you bring your handbook.
- We scheduled this activity over both Mondays in case of inclement weather, although tomorrow looks to be sunny and nice.
- This is also an opportunity to learn about and practice Safe Swim Defense, scouting's swim safety practices.
- Troop 1 scout Sam Falk, who is a certified lifeguard, offered to help us administer scout swim tests before summer camp. This allows scouts to complete the requirement early or, at least, practice in the lake. Tests (and swim lessons) are also available at camp.
AOL Crossover | Saturday, June 6, 3-5, Longfellow Recreation Center (Map)
Help us welcome the Wavy Chocolate Pickle Jar of America the 2nd patrol, as they cross over from Pack 1 into the troop. They will cross over during Pack 1's end-of-year Blue and Gold banquet. All scouts are welcome to join and participate in the ceremony, we'll need at least 4 volunteers.
Car wash fundraiser for the Apostle Islands sailing trip | Sunday, June 7, 10-2, Oxendale's Market (Map)
Help support the crew for the Apostle Islands sailing trip in August! We're holding a carwash in the parking lot of Oxendale's market to help fund our trip. All scouts are welcome to help with the carwash, "pay it forward," and help each other out.
Please also spread the word to friends and family who would like a clean car!
Sign up | See who's coming
Sign up | See who's coming
Patrol Leader's Council (PLC) and North Shore trip planning | Monday, June 15, 6:30-8 @MUMC
Senior patrol leaders, assistant senior patrol leaders, patrol leaders, scribe, and anyone else who's interested will plan out the next month's activities.
Scouts and adults who have signed up for the North Shore trip should also attend, we can use ths time to plan out our meals and activities.
Intro to Backpacking on Lake Superior's North Shore | June 20-23
Explore our North Shore state parks and learn about backpacking without committing to a large trip. All ages and experience levels are welcome. We will hike several state park trails and experience what makes the North Shore special: waterfalls, history, and some local food. This is going to be a lot of fun! See the signup form for a detailed day-by-day itinerary.
Signup for this trip closes in the next day or two so we can assess attendance and start planning logistics.
If you haven't signed up but are considering it, or if you have questions, please reach out to Jill today or tomorrow.
Thank you,
Scoutmasters Nixon and Towle
