Super Service
Troop 48 provided a community service for the 2021 Crazy 8 races. We prepared thousands medals for distribution midafternoon on Saturday July 17th for later that evening following the 8K race. There were parallel efforts going on as one group facilitate the Little 8 race and gave out medals following. There were several thousand participants in the 8k race, and our well-coordinated distribution received praise for their enthusiasm and efficiency. We also operated the Barking Lot to keep non-service dogs out of the football stadium.
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Commemorative Air Force Tour: Tri-Cities Visit
The is a special opportunity which Colonel Conley wanted all of Troop 48 to know about.
By: By MIKE STILL mstill@timesnews.net
BLOUNTVILLE — The Commemorative Air Force returns to Tri-Cities Airport May 25-30 with a cross section of WWII military aircraft from flight trainers to planes made famous by the air war over Europe and Japan.
A frequent visitor to the airport, the CAF brings its 2021 Air Power History Tour with four performers: The B-29 Superfortress “FIFI”; P-51D Mustang “Gunfighter”; T-6 Texan advanced trainer; and PT-13 Kaydet primary trainer.
“The Commemorative Air Force is always overwhelmed by the support from the community when they come to Tri-Cities,” said Tri-Cities Aviation owner Pam Phillips. “Part of that is probably because of the large number of veterans in our area.”
“It’s always great to have the CAF at Tri-Cities,” said Airport Marketing Director Kristi Haulsee. “They enjoy coming here and there’s always a large crowd to welcome them.”
“FIFI,” one of only two airworthy B-29s in the world out of almost 4,000 built, was rescued in 1971 from a fate as a gunnery target and restored to airworthy condition after several years. She is also a movie star, representing the carrier of Chuck Yeager’s X-1 Mach 1-breaking aircraft in “The Right Stuff.”
“Gunfighter” is painted in the colors of the 55th Fighter Group, one of several units escorting Eighth Air Force bombers over Germany in WWII.
The PT-13 and T-6 were two of the training aircraft that thousands of wartime Army Air Force, Navy and Marine pilots had to master before earning their wings.
“FIFI,” the T-6 and PT-13 will arrive Tuesday, May 25, Phillips said, with displays running from 1-5 p.m. “Gunfighter will arrive at Tri-Cities on Friday, May 28.
On May 26-29, the display area will be open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. On May 30, the display area will be open from 9 a.m.–noon.
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Service Opportunity: Sponsored by the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce
Hello Boy Scout troop leaders,
I wanted to make you aware of some upcoming opportunities for your troops to volunteer! I’ve attached a schedule of seven cleanups on seven different Saturdays this spring, starting with this Saturday. If you need an organized event where your kids can get some volunteer hours, please join us! I’ll have trash bags, gloves, trash grabbers, and safety vests for all volunteers.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks so much!
Sharon C. Hayes
Executive Director
Keep Kingsport Beautiful
SHayes@KingsportChamber.org
423-392-8814
KKB Spring 2021 Cleanup Schedule
All cleanups will be held from 9 to 11 a.m.
- March 20 – Riverview (meet at the Splash Pad shelter)
- April 10 – Downtown (meet in the parking lot across from Chef’s)
- April 24 – Greenbelt (meet behind PetSmart)
- May 8 – Greenbelt West End (meet near Rotherwood bridge)
- May 15 – South Central (meet at the Splash Pad shelter)
- May 22 – Interchange of Stone Drive and John B. Dennis Highway (meet at Honda Kingsport)
- May 29 – Lynn Garden (meet at Lynn View Community Center parking lot)
Troop 48 Service
Troop 48 and T48G EDGE training team working with Safety Patrol at Washington Elementary. For the second year, Working to teach the patrols about the flag. Our team working to show new safety patrollers the correct way to put up and take down the flag. Sharing other general responsibilities and respect when working with the US flag. This meeting was outside and socially distant with masks on for safety.
Basic Life Support Training
Signup for BLS January 30th 10:00 AM — 12:45 PM
Signup for BLS January 30th 1:00 PM — 3:45 PM
Signup for BLS February 6th 10:00 AM — 12:45 PM
Signup for BLS February 6th 1:00 PM — 3:45 PM
Signup for BLS February 13th 10:00 AM — 12:45 PM
Signup for BLS February 13th 1:00 PM — 3:45 PM
Adult Leadership Training: iOLS // NRA:RSO
Registration ends Friday 01-08-2021 11:59 PM.
The expected training for BSA Assistant Scoutmasters is Youth Protection, Scoutmaster Specific Training (either classroom or series of online classes), Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS), and Hazardous Weather. Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills is only one that has to be a hands-on experience to ensure the concepts are learned.
IOLS will be offered concurrently during the January 15-17 Winter Camp at Camp Davy Crockett. It is the last requirement needed for being “Trained” by Browning, Howard, Reed, S. and J. White. This course and Hazardous Weather are needed by Dunnivant, Peters, and Schaefer to complete their initial training.
In the Journey to Excellence metrics for troop performance, Silver level for Trained Leadership targets at least 60% of the assistants have completed the position-specific training. Troop 48 just needed seven more adults to achieve this rating, which would also attain the Gold standard since our Troop Committee is trained and multiple adult leaders have taken the Wood Badge course.
Consider this opportunity in January (or in June at summer camp) to help maintain the high standards for working with Troop 48 scouts.
Signup for iOLS
Winter Camp will be hosting Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) training from 6:00pm Friday, January. 15 through 7:00pm Sunday, Jan 17, 2020 durring Winter Camp
Cost is $40 per participant.
This course builds and expands on the concepts and themes introduced in Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training and provides Scouters with the confidence to take youth into the outdoors.
Specifically, this hands-on program gives adult leaders a practical introduction to the patrol method of a boy-led troop by teaching many of the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. In addition, the teaching methods, activities, and games model the variety of teaching used in effective and engaging Scouting programs.
Who Should Take IOLS?
This course is part of the required training for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. In addition, Webelos leaders planning to cross over into Scouts BSA and troop committee members or other interested leaders are encouraged to attend.
What Is Included?
- Meals (dinner Friday, breakfast and lunch Saturday)
- Drinks and snacks.
- Trained patch (for those who have completed Scoumaster leader-specific training)
- Group gear (stoves, cookware, etc.)
What Do I Need to Bring?
- BSA Annual Health and Medical Record (parts A and B only)
- Boy Scout Handbook
- Outdoor Essentials: Knife, first aid kit, rain gear, water bottle, flashlight/headlight, sun protection, compass
- Clothing for the season
- Backpack or duffel bag for your gear
- Tent and ground sheet
- Sleeping bag and pad
- Camp chair
- Eating kit: Plate/bowl/cup/spoon
- Personal toiletries
- Medications
Signup for: National Rifle Association Range Safety Officer Certification Course
The NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) program was developed in response to the demand for a nationally recognized range safety officer certification. To become a NRA Range Safety Officer, you must pass the RSO course and demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to organizing, conducting, and supervising safe shooting activities and range operations.
This course is for adults 21 and older.
This course runs from 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM (need to arrive by 8:15 AM for check-in)
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Camp Davy Crockett Trail Days: Service Opportunity for Patrols and Individuals
Help clear and restore the trails at Camp Davy Crockett!
Assistant Ranger Matt Combs is leading the effort the with goal of having all 1800 acres of camp accessible to Scouts.
Camping Available
Stay for the day or the whole weekend!
- Saturday January 9th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday January 23rd: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday January 30th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday February 6th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday February 13th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday February 27th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday March 6th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday March 13th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday March 27th: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Open to individuals and to units.
Bring your own food/work gloves/ clothing.
Note: Participation in Camp Davy Crockett Trail Days counts for conservation service hours toward Life rank or Camping MB Req 9c… but only if a trip report is posted on the T48.org website and attendance reported to Mr. Hasler and Mrs. Reed.
The Orion Project at the Summit Bechtel Reserve
https://www.summitbsa.org/orionproject/
Troop 48 Avery Padgett is going. He would LOVE to go with some scout from Troop 48. In order to experience this adventure together signing up in a similar timeframe may be necessary.
NOTE: Whenever possible, provisional youth will be placed into a unit/contingent from their region.
Details of the adventure would need to be addressed amongst the family(s) involved.
The Summit Bechtel Reserve is throwing open its gates to any Scouts who want to experience everything the Summit has to offer from July 18 to 31. We have combined all our best programs into one adventure called the Orion Project for the 2021 season only.
The Orion Project is a seven-day overnight program that will give Scouts free reign of the Summit. The name of the game is adventure, and with so many great opportunities for BMX, skateboarding, mountain biking, zip lines, canopy tours, challenge courses, climbing, shooting sports, whitewater rafting, and fellowship with Scouts from across the nation, there’s lots to experience and choose from. Open to all members of Scouts BSA, Venturing and Exploring.
The Summit Staff knows that many plans have changed recently and we’re excited to offer this program to help you get out and enjoy the great outdoors. We are confident that our excellent staff and world class facilities will ensure that all our participants have a once-in-a-lifetime experience during their stay at the Summit.
BONUS: Want to leave your mark in a big way? One aspect of the program will be to give participants the opportunity to take part in focus groups that will directly impact the next BSA National Jamboree! Participants will get to give their opinions and help define the future of the BSA National Jamboree.
$910/Individual (Adult leaders and youth participants pay the same fee)
*Non-refundable $500 Deposit for unit/council squad reservation *Non-refundable $150 Deposit for provisional youth
½ Remaining Balance due December 21, 2020 (or within 30 days if reservation is made after December 21, 2020)
Final balance by April 15, 2021 (or within 30 days if reservation is made after April 15, 2021)Registration closes May 31, 2021
Program Details
This is a seven-day/six-night program running Sunday to Saturday. It consists of half-day introductory level experiences at each of the nine Summit high adventure venues: BMX Biking, Skateboarding, Shooting Sports, Archery, Climbing, Canopy Tours, Mountain Biking, Challenge Course/Zipline, Waterfront Activities.
In addition, each group will experience the rapids of the world-famous New River, have the chance to ride The Big Zip – our 3⁄4-mile zip line.
Each night (Monday-Friday), we will open the Scott Summit Center for activities, fun and socializing. The Scott Summit Center incorporates small versions of our adventure sports venues and we are planning special events for the Orion Program Participants: think shows, Appalachian activities and special guests.
The Orion Project will be the pinnacle of adventure in 2021!