Troop 132

Greetings Scouts,

Congratulations to Noah, Cameron, Lucien, and Tommy for earning Paul Bunyan Award. They are part of a few that know what a Pulaski is and how to use it. They did  this and cleared trails and cut wood into sections and split it. Well done!

Well done Mt. Washington scouts and scouters under crew chief and SPL Lucas. They ascended Mt. Washington safely in challenging conditions, the first assent in five (5) years. We as a troop don’t take this trip lightly. This is well prepared and planned; and the trip is always reviewed for readiness.

This was Mr. Cancio’s seventh (7) trip. He knows where he is going, know who he is going with and what is needed to stay safe. He pays attention to the crew, conditions and risks and respects limitations. He is also prepared to change his plans and overcome any bravado to make it to the top, He reviews the changing conditions of the weather and crew. He stops, assesses and if needed changes. This is being prepare and thus reducing risks. Well done all and special thanks to Mr. Cancio.

Sea Base Update
Sea Base scouts met Monday night and got an idea of what a Sea Base week looks like. Once on board you have to work together to plan and make meals, clean up, ensure the ship is safe, get underway, navigate safely and anchor for the night and visit several of the neighboring islands. Using the adage, Ship, Shipmate and Self, in that order to conduct our mission. First ship, keep the goal of Sea Base and our ship and safety number 1; then think about your shipmates and take care of them and their wellbeing; then think about what you need. This is just plain good sense that can be applied in so many ways. The Sea Base crew needs to learn more about sailing, navigating and living aboard and we will have more prep meetings and outings planned.

Well done Jonah for organizing the Cyber Chip meeting and break out sessions. Remember you need to watch the videos, understand our electronic policy and then turn in an Digital Technology Policy Contract to earn Cyber Chip. This is not an option and a yearly activity.

This weekend is Turkey Truck / Drive. If you can’t give a turkey, you can still support our cause. Remember shipmate from above? We are all shipmates here on planet earth and this is one way we can “do our good turn daily”. Please support our drive in any way you can.

Henry has an Eagle project proposal approved by council. Well done. Go Henry! He is requested help over the next couple of weekends; we will all work under Henry’s leadership and please support him when called upon. 

New Scout Corner
You all continue to do well learning more skills. Most have now earned Scout rank, Cyber Chip, Totin’ Chip and need more work for Firem’n Chip. Building a fire is not easy. I’m attaching a hand out on how to build a fire. Study and practice in your yard but ask your parents permission.
A shout out to Mr. Rzepczynski who helped with the new scouts and of course, mentoring the Life Scouts to Eagle Scouts!

This Sunday is our Turkey Drive. Do your good turn daily and contribute a turkey, cash, time or all the above. Families are in need and we can help.

Do your good turn daily!

YiS,
Mr. Duggan, Scoutmaster 

Greetings Scouts,

Scouts Jonah, Lucien, Lucas and Lincoln volunteered for the November 11 Flag Retirement Ceremony and led the Pledge of Allegiance.  That is not only doing a “good deed” but being a good citizen. Well done and thanks for representing the troop. 

Congratulations to Henry for getting his project proposal approved. Please stand by to hear more from Henry and what help he needs. Be flexible with your time as this project has to be built soon. Stay tuned for more info.

The PLC met last Monday and planned the remainder of the meetings to mid-December. This time of year will be busy, with two trips or events, Turkey Drive, Shooting Sports Camp-out, Scout Holiday Party, Sea Base, and of course, the Christmas Tree Pick-up.

For those scouts going to Mt. Washington, be aware that there is a cold front then a small low-pressure system passing through. Plan for the worst and hope for the best. So, bring your cold weather gear and prepare for snow. It should be an exciting trip.

For those going to Camp Acton, we plan on meeting at 9am at the Camp. If you can come and need to leave early, just sign out with Lucien. If you need to arrive late, just sign in when you arrive. This event is focused on scout skills for the Totin’ Chip and Firem’n Chip, as well as the Paul Bunyan Award, if we complete all the requirements.  See below for the detailed agenda under New Scout Corner.

 New Scout Corner
Plan to come to the Scout Paul Bunyan Day, Saturday November 13, 2021 at Camp Acton. Come for all or part of the day. Of course, the more you are there, the more you will learn and earn toward advancements, but we do understand that you may have other commitments. Just check in with the crew chief (Lucian) when arriving or departing.

Here's the day at a glance; it centers on the Totin’ Chip leading to Paul Bunyan award,

9:00 Assemble and Opening
9:30 Totin’ Chip – Safety lesson, ax, pocket knife
11:00 Campfire Building
12:00 Lunch and Cooking foil packs
1:00 Clean up and washing
1:00-3:00 Trail Work
3:00-3:30 Closing
 
What to bring: Class B and clothing appropriate for the weather (hat, gloves, jackets) - those not prepared will be turned away. If it’s warm, put your gear in your pack but the point is to “be prepared.”

1. Bring your matches, fire starters, pocket knife (no you cannot use them yet).
2. Bring a foil pack meal for lunch (for campfire cooking). Not sure how to do it, and didn’t discuss at our last meeting? Read for ideas here:

    (https://www.barbeqa.com/blogs/post/6-easy-boy-scout-meals-for-cooking-in-foil)
    (https://www.boyscouttrail.com/content/recipe/hobo_dinner-193.asp).
​     Heavy duty aluminum foil is recommended.
    3. Bring water for you to drink.

The Troop will supply stoves, propane, ax, hatchet and saws, sharpening stones. Flags, pickaxe, prybar, and shovel.

Sea Base Update
An Introduction to Sea Base meeting will be held Monday November 15,2021 at 7:00pm-8:30 pm at Monument Hall. Please note the update; I made a mistake and said Monday the 17 of November but it’s the 15th. If you are attending Sea Base but cannot attend this meeting, please let me and Mr. McWilliams know.

Do your good turn daily!

YiS,
Mr. Duggan, Scoutmaster