September 24, 2024 Announcements:

Panther and any others who want service hours arrive at 6:30PM to help with weed removal.

Combined Troop Pilot Program

Important Announcements for Adults – As part of the Combined Troop Pilot we are participating in (boys and girls combined troop), parents of scouts will receive surveys and other emails concerning the pilot. Please make sure your email address in my.scouting is accurate or you will not receive these emails.

2024 POPCORN CAMPAIGN

Sell 25 items @ $20 and earn a pie to throw at one of our leaders 

Same fun as this past troop meeting had for celebrating Scout Card sales

September Meeting Focus

27-29 Sept Emerald Mine /Truck In (T48.org booking open)

Doc Rocks for Geology and Mining in Society merit badges, then tour the gem mine with option to enjoy gem/ore mining (individual purchases). A short hike to The Blowing Rock for group photos at the scenic overlook. On Sunday, the troop will have a picnic and church service, then visit the Linville Falls.

Pumpkin Patch Trailer Unloading

Saturday, Sep 28 9–10:30 AM for CHPC Pumpkin Patch trailer unloading. Doughnuts and pizza for everyone!! Please come and help many hands make for a quick unload. The church is depending on us for help. Please let us know who is attending to represent your patrol!!!!

September Patrol Duties!!! 

• Ceremonies: Fox 

• Food Box: Flaming Arrow 

• Game Guides: Wolf 

• PLC Host and troop set-up (each week):  Shark

• Service: Eagle (Clean up and leadership assistance) 

• Can Recycling:  Phoenix 

• Grounds:  Panther   (Please rake the playground mulch, put rocks back in garden beds that are in the parking lot, empty trash by the play yard and pick up litter around church grounds.) 

Color guard needs! Please report to Ryan Lick if you are interested in helping 

Event 1: 90th Celebration for United Way (September 26th 6;30-7pm) Kingsport Farmers Market

Event 2: Veterans memorial event at the VA (Sunday, September 29th) 

Online Renewal Notices

Most of Troop 48 leaders and scouts have a 31 Oct recharter deadline. Starting this year, an electronic system will be used for payments to BSA. Please check your inbox and/or spam folder for an email with a link to renew online.  The cost per scout for National and Council fees is $135, and $100 for adults, includes the cost of insurance. There will be a 30-day lapse period beyond your anniversary date, after which, you will be dropped from the Troop Roster. If you do not receive an email, you can log on to my.scouting and complete the renewal from “My Application”. Let us know if you have any problems.

New Feature – if you would like to pay for your renewal from you scout account, let Mr. Browning know and we can handle your renewal and payment for you.

Annual Troop 48 Fee:

Troop 48 registration fees will be the same as last year, $42 per scout and $3 per adult, in addition to national fees. The troop registration fees cover our general operating costs for the year, Nov. 1, 2024 – Oct. 31, 2025. General costs include merit badge patches, website administrative costs, historian costs such as plaques, etc., and camping costs such as propane, gear, etc. Please make this payment to Mr. Browning by Oct. 31, 2024. 

19 Oct The Channels Natural Area Preserve (Day Hike) 

Hike about 3.3 miles in (mostly uphill rated moderate) over mostly dirt and gravel trails. Explore the Channels maze by squeezing through unusual ancient stone formations.

26 Oct Grin and Merit Troop MB Day (T48.org booking open)

Citz in Society*, Citz in the Nation*, Personal Management*, Sustainability*, Animal Science, Architecture, Electricity, and Game Design.  Book early on T48.org to get your choice.

26 Oct, 4:00 PM CHPC Trunk or Treat

CHPC Service Hours: sign up to help! Talk to Julieann White 

THE PUMPKIN PATCH SALE  September 28 – October 30

BLOOD DRIVE Oct 6

FALL FESTIVAL Oct 12  

TRUNK OR TREAT Oct 26

Save The Date!

Nov 09-10 – Troop 48 Shooting Fair

Nov 19 – Troop 48 Court of Honor with Eagle Ceremony

Nov 22-23 – Fall Carnival and Sleepover

Nov 23 – Warriors Path State Park Conservation

NEW YORK RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, Dec 27 – 30, 2024 

New York City decorated for Christmas!! Please plan for the upcoming payment. See Mr. Browning to determine your specific room costs. Final Payment due by Nov. 27th. Quad room per person $1,410

Fundraising for NYC Trip: See Mrs. White to support a scout by buying a Krispy Kreme Card. See Mr. Browning to order or get an order form for Smoked Pork and/or freeze-dried candy/fruit.

This Weekend:  

Navitat Canopy Adventure 

Situated on a wooded bluff overlooking the Tennessee River, this outdoor adventure trail consists of ziplines, bridges, swings, nets, and climbs. 

Assemble @ CHPC: 7:50 AM September 14, 2024 Saturday please do not be late!!! We have a safety orientation at 9:45 AM at Navitat Canopy.

Return to CHPC by 3:00 PM

September 17, 2024 Announcements:

2024 POPCORN CAMPAIGN

Sell 25 items @ $20 and earn a pie to throw at one of our leaders 

Same fun as this past troop meeting had for celebrating Scout Card sales

September Meeting Focus

17th Emergency Drill​

24th  Emerald Mine planning

September Patrol Duties!!! 

• Ceremonies: Fox 

• Food Box: Flaming Arrow 

• Game Guides: Wolf 

• PLC Host and troop set-up (each week):  Shark

• Service: Eagle (Clean up and leadership assistance) 

• Can Recycling:  Phoenix 

• Grounds:  Panther   (Please rake the playground mulch, put rocks back in garden beds that are in the parking lot, empty trash by the play yard and pick up litter around church grounds.) 

Second Class 7c requirement:  Participate in a troop program on the dangers of drug  alcohol, tobacco, and other harmful substances.            

Mr. John White will have a class at the September 17 troop meeting. 

Online Renewal Notices

Most of Troop 48 leaders and scouts have a 31 Oct recharter deadline. Starting this year, an electronic system will be used for payments to BSA. Please check your inbox and/or spam folder for an email with a link to renew online.  The cost per scout for National and Council fees is $135, and $100 for adults, includes the cost of insurance. There will be a 30-day lapse period beyond your anniversary date, after which, you will be dropped from the Troop Roster. If you do not receive an email, you can log on to my.scouting and complete the renewal from “My Application”. Let us know if you have any problems.

Annual Troop 48 Fee:

Meanwhile Troop 48 registration fees will be the same as last year, $42 per scout and $3 per adult, in addition to national fees. The troop registration fees cover our general operating costs for the year, Nov. 1, 2024 – Oct. 31, 2025. General costs include merit badge patches, website administrative costs, historian costs such as plaques, etc., and camping costs such as propane, gear, etc. Please make this payment to Mr. Browning by Oct. 31, 2024.

27-29 Sept Emerald Mine /Truck In (T48.org booking open)

Doc Rocks for Geology and Mining in Society merit badges, then tour the gem mine with option to enjoy gem/ore mining (individual purchases). A short hike to The Blowing Rock for group photos at the scenic overlook. On Sunday, the troop will have a picnic and church service, then visit the Linville Falls.

19 Oct The Channels Natural Area Preserve (Day Hike) 

Hike about 3.3 miles in (mostly uphill rated moderate) over mostly dirt and gravel trails. Explore the Channels maze by squeezing through unusual ancient stone formations.

26 Oct Grin and Merit Troop MB Day (T48.org booking open)

Citz in Society*, Citz in the Nation* (almost full), Personal Management*, Sustainability*, Animal Science, Architecture, Electricity, and Game Design.  Book early on T48.org to get your choice.

Reminder for Troop 48 adult leaders:  All outings, including patrol service projects, need a roster turned into Mrs. Amy Taylor for Scout of the Year records.  This information is also useful for the scouts to track their participation and service hours.

All are invited to join CHPC events :  

Saturday, Sep 28 · 9–10:30 AM for CHPC Pumpkin Patch trailer unloading 

October 26 4:00 PM for Trunk or Treat 

OA Fall Fellowship: September 20th – 22nd 

This event will be one you’ll never forget! The lodge leadership along with the Fellowship Chairmen are working hard. Be prepared for a weekend full of Shooting Sports, Field Games, a DJ Party, Costume Contest, and much MUCH MORE!  The THEME for the weekend will be PIRATES!!! 

You can sign up using this link or calling the scout office! 

NEW YORK RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, Dec 27 – 30, 2024 

New York City decorated for Christmas!! Please plan for the upcoming payment. See Mr. Browning to determine your specific room costs. Final Payment due by Nov. 27th. Quad room per person $1,410

Fundraising for NYC Trip: See Mrs. White to support a scout by buying Krispy Kreme Card. See Mr. Browning to order or get an order form for Smoked Pork and/or Freeze dried candy/fruit.

Ryan Lick and Christopher Preshong

Congratulations on being selected to serve on the Troop 48 Leadership Corps

Congratulations to Noah Malik for earning Eagle Rank. We are all very proud of your accomplishments.

Langley Brents

Langley Brents(current SPL) has been a T48 member since 2019. He has gained lots of experience, through the Troop. He has been Senior Patrol leader, once ,Assistant patrol leader once. He is currently serving as chapter chief, for the Bishwi Aney chapter, president of the venture crew, and has been staff for multiple council level events like NYLT. He hopes to achieve great things like achieving national champion title for men’s northern traditional dancing. His goal for senior patrol leader this round is to the help unify and strengthen the Troop with all of its new members.

Nathan Browning

As Senior Patrol Leader, I would continue the strong past leadership of Easton, Squirrel, Timothy, and Langley. I would specifically emphasize particular qualities such as solid communications and maintaining a scout-led environment. I would keep a firm chain of command from patrol level jobs to troop level positions to keep a strong leadership in the troop and emphasize the importance of different roles. Similarly, I would like to make sure accountability in leadership is held, from lower positions all the way to the top. I would take into account any inputs or recommendations, no matter where they come from. Finally, I seek the role of Senior Patrol Leadership to continue the strength, history, and effectiveness of Troop 48, to develop my own leadership skills and experience, and to help develop the leadership of other scouts.

Noah Malik

I seek the position of SPL because I want to serve Troop 48 more. If I were to be elected, I
would promote service and volunteer activities more. I hope to instill a greater sense of
responsibility and belonging in our community so that all Scouts actively participate in
volunteering opportunities even outside of Scouting.

Paul Taylor

I believe that I would be useful as your SPL for a few reasons. I have pretty good skills and experience in working with all sorts of different kinds of people. I also intend to take the best care of my people I possibly can as SPL, helping them achieve whatever it is they may wish to accomplish in scouting. On top of that I already have the respect of a good majority of the troop, which will make these tasks even easier to accomplish. I will also be of good use in resolving situations between scouts as there is a lot of experience in that from ROTC that I have. I will do my absolute best I can to make these things happen.