BSA TROOP 48 Patrol Checklist November 1, 2022

Just a reminder if you are sick stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. This is RSV, FLU, COVID, and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)

Last meeting to wear the casual Class B uniform!  We will be in formal Class A uniform starting November 5, 2022, at Webelos overnight and November 5th meeting until the May elections of 2023. 

Uniform inspection sheets are available in the wire racks to guide patch placement.

NOVEMBER 1 – Cutoff for advancement to be recognized at the November 15th Court of Honor

      11/1  = Anatomy session where Noah Rutherford and a classmate will have cadaver organs and parts (plus some gloves) for a short talk then will let anyone interested a chance to touch, pick up, and hold the parts. ( Voluntary involvement.)

-November Patrol Monthly Duty Rotation: 

Ceremonies: Eagle 

Food Box:-Phoenix 

Game Guides: Panther 

PLC Host Meeting set up crew: -Fox 6:00 pm arrival (note time change due to help needs ) 

Service:-Flaming Arrow 

West Bank: -Wolf 

NOVEMBER 8 Business meeting, troop and patrol  Election night, and finalize 2023 calendar 

Music MB is still available to take!! See Timothy or Mr. Sprinkle for information. 

November 1 is the last week for the current IOLS class 

Important online learning for “Trained” Adult leadership:

– Hazardous Weather Training

– [Assistant] Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training 

If you were unable to attend the current IOLS (Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills) course, please check out the next one offered in November at Camp Davy Crockett

Saturday 11-05-2022 8:00 AM  to Sunday 11-06-2022 3:00 PM 

https://scoutingevent.com/713-NIOLS

We need scouts to sign up for this Webelos overnight as super important 

Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (aka Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 at 2:00 PM – Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM.  More information found on T48.org TRIP SHEET

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Webelo-Woods-Recuritment-Nov-2022.pdf

Register at: https://testing.t48.org/events/2022-webelos-woods/#em-event-booking-form

November 12-13 Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair!!!! 

T48.org Event Booking    TRIP SHEET

Registration is open for Lost Sea Adventure December 3-4

Experience the Wild Cave Tour! Exploring the Lost Sea will prove to be fun and educational and will not be forgotten for years to come.  This is an overnight tour with sleeping in the cave.  “A Scout is Clean but not afraid to get Dirty”, Mike Rowe.

Planning – Winter Camp!! Registration is open. 

CDC camp staff have been busy putting together a great camp program that will showcase the best of Scouting.  The program has something for everyone–traditional merit badges and Crockett Badges (special ones that can only be earned at Winter Camp) will be offered.  Also adult training/classes.  

January 13-16, 2023

The cost is      $125 for Scouts ($100 if paid by 12/16/22)      and $60 for adult leaders.                

Registration is open on the council’s website 

https://scoutingevent.com/713-61588-157313

We will have adult leadership in attendance however this is not a troop event 

June 18-24, 2023 Summer Camp 

Class registration has opened, so if there is a merit badge class at camp that you really would like to take, but fills up quickly… (such as Cooking which only has two-morning slots left plus an afternoon session),  Inform Vic Hasler of your choices.  Paper copies of the one-page worksheet are available in the wire racks.

https://scoutingevent.com/Download/71399569/OR/2023_Class_Sign_Up_Worksheet.pdf

Multiple service opportunities are available. Check t48.org VOLUNTEER: 

CHPC Pumpkin Patch: 

•CHPC, trunk or treat on Oct.29 we would appreciate candy donations and help just come by 4-6

Super Trips 2023!!! 

July 19 – July 28, 2023, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Registration closed for Troop Super trips to keep up with payment details and plans. 

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org pay Jerry Browning a $400 deposit 

Sea Base Planning Trip dates TBD: week after Christmas 2023.  See Tonya Lawrence for questions.  tlawrence@eastman.com

Questions: Julieann White 423-202-5668

BSA TROOP 48 Patrol Checklist 

October 18, 2022

🎃 Trunk or Treat CHPC 10/29 we would appreciate candy donations ahead of time

LAST WEEK TO RECHARTER!!!!

Troop 48 Rechartering is heading toward the finish line.  

• Please register by paying Mr. Browning!!!  $142 Youth with the magazine, $68 Leaders
• Paperwork must be accomplished by Oct 18th (internal deadline) or be dropped! 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2023-T48-Recharter-Notice-1.pdf

Schedule your Medical appointment to update your form.  The Troop needs current parts A & B.  If you turned forms in for summer camp, then you are in good shape!  

All scouts need current (less than six months old) signed copies of (a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy (b) Behavior Guidelines (c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines, and (d) Trip Permission form.  See Amy Taylor.  

Important for Adult leadership:

– Youth Protection Training required within the last two years (my.scouting.org for online training; furnish certificate).  Mr. Hasler can check.

– Hazardous Weather Training

– [Assistant] Scoutmaster Position Specific Training if not already “Trained” Please take this online training ASAP!

Good news: sign up now IOLS: Troop 48 will be officially offering IOLS training in house

 (t48.org for more information to come) Questions: joefoxtn@gmail.com

Registration is now available:

https://scoutingevent.com/713-63221?fbclid=IwAR32-bprHfnXyzYO9Xinycvtd-7DCrQ17bKQ0VVNgw44C-NNmAozJUxTiKo

Please please plan to take advantage of this training !!!

MONEY IS DUE!!!! Please hand in all orders and money!!!!

Troop 48 – Popcorn time has come to an end. Please see Kernel Ben Richie for questions at britchie0514@gmail.com

Sam Woijtas asked about aquatic advancing- Julieann White and Amy Taylor are meeting him at the YMCA and Paul Taylor is going to help with aquatic needs on October 24th

 /:/ second class rank We can do a swimming test as well 

Ymca is  5$ – 

First Class 

5 a b and c d at 

YMCA Monday 5:30 -6

Scouts Needing:

Second Class

5a. Precautions for Safe Swim 5b. BSA Beginner Swimmer Test

First Class

6a. BSA Swimmer Test

5c. Demo Water Rescue

5d. Danger of Swimming Rescue

6e. Show a Line Rescue

Note others that should attend: Ball Maxx, Boyd Isaac, Brand by Aidan, Brewer Patrick, Daly Noah, Danger Finn, Ebbert Wyatt, Hamilton Jordan, Harr Carson, Harris Noah, Moncla Ryan, Najara Harley, Sanders Faolan, Taylor Joseph, Vansant Alex,  White Evan 

Planning – winter camp!! Registration is open. 

CDC camp staff have been busy putting together a great camp program that will showcase the best of Scouting.  The program has something for everyone–traditional merit badges and Crockett Badges (special badges that can only be earned at Winter Camp) will be offered.  We also have a group of adult training/classes.  This is an opportunity for units or individual Scouts.

January 13-16, 2023

The cost is      $125 for Scouts ($100 if paid by 12/16/22)      and $60 for adult leaders.

Registration is open on the council’s website 

https://scoutingevent.com/713-61588-157313

We will have adult leadership in attendance however this is not a troop event 

June 18-24, 2023 Summer Camp 

Class registration has opened, so if there is a merit badge class at camp that you really would like to take, but fills up quickly… (such as Cooking which half the slots are gone),  Inform Vic Hasler at hvhasler@eastman.com of your choices.  Paper copies of the one-page worksheet are now available in the wire racks.

https://scoutingevent.com/Download/71399569/OR/2023_Class_Sign_Up_Worksheet.pdf

October Patrol Monthly Duty Rotation: 

Ceremonies:    Phoenix

Food Box:    Panther 

Game Guides: Fox

PLC Host Meeting set up crew:     Flaming Arrow 6:00 pm arrival ( note time has changed due to help needs ) 

Service:     Wolf 

West Bank:     Eagle 

Multiple different service opportunities are available. Info on t48.org VOLUNTEER: 

CHPC Pumpkin Patch: 

•CHPC will have a pumpkin patch from Oct 1-31 from 11 am to 7 pm each day. Special events will happen throughout the month: fall festival on Oct 15, trunk or treat on Oct.29 ( we would appreciate candy donations)

• October 21-23 Staff is full Thank you! Second event 29th Same event different packs ) Cubs Haunted Adventure CDC help to run an obstacle course see Jerry Browning or Julieann White: STAFF registration is available online https://scoutingevent.com/713-2022CubHaunted

Password is CHASTAFF29

• Saturday, Oct 29, 1-5 PM Haunted woods to adventure.  If Raining: Sunday, October 30, 1-5 pm, See Jerry Browning or Julieann White for more information 

• November 12-13 Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair!!!! t48.org

• November 5-6 Webelos 2022 

Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (FKA Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 2022 at 2:00 PM –Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM More information t48.org 

Meeting planning:

October 18 Patrol box cleaning, skit prep, dessert cook-off plan, and other preparation for shooting fair  

22 Warriors path clean-up preparation

25 Annual Calendar selection 

Music MB is still available to take!! See Timothy or Mr. Sprinkle for information. twpreshong@gmail.com

kensprinkle@gmail.com

Super Trips 2023!!! Make sure you get registered now before registration is  closed 

July 19 – July 28, 2023, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org pay Jerry Browning a $400 deposit 

Sea Base Planning 

Trip dates TBD: week after Christmas 2023

See Tonya Lawrence for questions-

 tlawrence@eastman.com

Reminder : 

Please note that the cutoff for advancement to be recognized at the November 15th Court of Honor is November 1st (which is also election night – and only 2 weeks away).

Questions: Julieann White 423-202-5668

BSATROOP 48 Patrol Checklist 

October 11, , 2022

Gun demo & Safety 

WITH RAY CONLEY DON’T MISS THIS AMAZING EVENT!!!!!!

( Trunk or Treat CHPC 10/29 we would appreciate candy donations ahead of time)

2 WEEKS LEFT TO RECHARTER!!!!

Fox finished first. Who will be Next???

Troop 48 Rechartering is heading towards the finish line.  

• Please register by paying Mr. Browning!!!  $142 Youth with magazine, $68 Leaders
• Paperwork must be accomplished by Oct 18th (internal deadline) or be dropped! 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2023-T48-Recharter-Notice-1.pdf

Schedule your Medical appointment to update your form.  The Troop needs current parts A & B.  If you turned forms in for summer camp, then you are in good shape!  

All scouts need current (less than six months old) signed copies of (a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy (b) Behavior Guidelines (c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines, and (d) Trip Permission form.  See Amy Taylor.  

Important for Adult leadership:

– Youth Protection Training required within the last two years (my.scouting.org for online training; furnish certificate).  Mr. Hasler can check.

– Hazardous Weather Training

– [Assistant] Scoutmaster Position Specific Training if not already a “Trained” 

Good news: sign up now IOLS: Troop 48 will be officially offering IOLS training in house

 (t48.org for more information to come) Questions: joefoxtn@gmail.com

Registration is now available:

https://scoutingevent.com/713-63221?fbclid=IwAR32-bprHfnXyzYO9Xinycvtd-7DCrQ17bKQ0VVNgw44C-NNmAozJUxTiKo

Please please plan to take advantage of this training !!!

Troop 48 – It’s Popcorn time! Please see Kernel Ben Richie at britchie0514@gmail.com, if you have any questions. Paper sales sheets and online setup are available. 

Advance planning – June 18-24, 2023 Summer Camp 

Class registration has opened, so if there is a merit badge class at camp that you really would like to take, but fills up quickly… (such as Cooking which half the slots are gone),  Inform Vic Hasler at hvhasler@eastman.com of your choices.  Paper copies of the one page worksheet are now available in the wire racks or check

https://scoutingevent.com/Download/71399569/OR/2023_Class_Sign_Up_Worksheet.pdf

October Patrol Monthly Duty Rotation: 

Ceremonies:    Phoenix

Food Box:    Panther 

Game Guides: Fox

PLC Host:     Flaming Arrow 6:30 pm arrival 

Service:     Wolf 

West Bank:     Eagle 

Multiple different service opportunities are available. Info on t48.org VOLUNTEER: 

CHPC Pumpkin Patch: 

•CHPC will have a pumpkin patch from Oct 1-31 from 11 am to 7 pm each day. 

Special events will happen throughout the month: 

fall festival on Oct 15, 

trunk or treat on Oct.29 ( we would appreciate candy donations)

• October 21-23 Staff is full Thank you ! Second event 29th Same event different packs ) Cubs Haunted Adventure CDC help to run an obstacle course see Jerry Browning or Julieann White :STAFF registration is available on line https://scoutingevent.com/713-2022CubHaunted

Password is CHASTAFF29

• Saturday, Oct 29, 1-5 PM Haunted woods to adventure.  If Raining: Sunday, October 30, 1-5 pm, See Jerry Browning or Julieann White for more information 

• November 12-13 Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair!!!! t48.org

• November 5-6 Webelos 2022 

Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (FKA Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 2022 at 2:00 PM –Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM More information t48.org 

Meeting planning:

October ( Patrol trip planning )

11 Gun demo & Safety 

18 Patrol box cleaning, skit prep, dessert cook-off plan, and other preparation for shooting fair  

22 Warriors clean up

25 Annual Calendar selection 

Music MB is available to take!! See Timothy or Mr. Sprinkle for information. twpreshong@gmail.com

kensprinkle@gmail.com

Super Trips 2023!!! Make sure you get registered now before registration is  closed 

July 19 – July 28, 2023, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org pay Jerry Browning a $400 deposit 

Sea Base Planning 

Trip dates TBD: week after Christmas 2023

See Tonya Lawrence for questions-

 tlawrence@eastman.com

Reminder that Vic Hasler will not be at the 10/11 Troop meeting but Candace Tanner will cover the Troop Master needs.

Please note that the cutoff for advancement to be recognized at the November 15th Court of Honor is November 1st (which is also election night – and only 4 weeks away).

Questions: Julieann White 423-202-5668

BSA TROOP 48 Patrol Checklist 

October 4, , 2022 

3 WEEKS LEFT TO RECHARTER!!!!

Troop 48 Rechartering is coming along but we don’t yet have any patrol at 100%.  Who will be the first completely registered patrol, which wins the opportunity to pie your Leadership Corps member of choice?!? 

• Please register by paying Mr. Browning!!!  $142 Youth with magazine, $68 Leaders
• Paperwork must be accomplished by October 18th (internal deadline) or members are dropped! 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2023-T48-Recharter-Notice-1.pdf

Schedule your Medical appointment to update your form.  The Troop needs current parts A & B.  If you turned forms in for summer camp, then you are in good shape!  

All scouts need current (less than six months old) signed copies of (a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy (b) Behavior Guidelines (c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines, and (d) Trip Permission form.  See Amy Taylor.  

Important for Adult leadership:

– Youth Protection Training required within the last two years (my.scouting.org for online training; furnish certificate).  Mr. Hasler can check.

– Hazardous Weather Training

– [Assistant] Scoutmaster Position Specific Training if not already a “Trained” 

Good news: sign up now IOLS: Troop 48 will be officially offering IOLS training in house

 (t48.org for more information to come) Questions: joefoxtn@gmail.com

Registration is now available:

https://scoutingevent.com/713-63221?fbclid=IwAR32-bprHfnXyzYO9Xinycvtd-7DCrQ17bKQ0VVNgw44C-NNmAozJUxTiKo

Please please plan to take advantage of this training !!!

Troop 48 – It’s Popcorn time! Please see Kernel Ben Richie at britchie0514@gmail.com, if you have any questions. Paper sales sheets and online setup are available. 

Advance planning – June 18-24, 2023 Summer Camp 

Class registration is opening soon for early birds, particularly if there is a merit badge class at camp that you really would like to take, but fills up quickly… (such as Cooking*).  Inform Vic Hasler at hvhasler@eastman.com of your choices.  Paper copies of the one page worksheet are now available in the wire racks or check

https://scoutingevent.com/Download/71399569/OR/2023_Class_Sign_Up_Worksheet.pdf

October Patrol Monthly Duty Rotation: 

Ceremonies:    Phoenix

Food Box:    Panther 

Game Guides: Fox

PLC Host:     Flaming Arrow 6:30 pm arrival 

Service:     Wolf 

West Bank:     Eagle 

Multiple different service opportunities are available. Info on t48.org VOLUNTEER: 

CHPC Pumpkin Patch: 

•CHPC will have a pumpkin patch from Oct 1-31 from 11 am to 7 pm each day. 

Special events will happen throughout the month: 

kick off on Oct 2nd, 

fall festival on Oct 15, 

trunk or treat on Oct 30. 

• October 21-23 Cubs Haunted Adventure CDC help to run an obstacle course see Jerry Browning or Julieann White :STAFF registration is available on line https://scoutingevent.com/713-2022CubHaunted

Password is CHASTAFF22.

• Saturday, Oct 29, 1-5 PM Haunted woods to adventure.  If Raining: Sunday, October 30, 1-5 pm, See Jerry Browning or Julieann White for more information 

• November 12-13 Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair!!!! t48.org

• November 5-6 Webelos 2022 

Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (FKA Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 2022 at 2:00 PM –Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM More information t48.org 

Meeting planning:

October ( Patrol trip planning )

4 Archery Demo 

11 Gun demo & Safety 

18 Patrol box cleaning, skit prep, dessert cook-off plan, and other preparation for shooting fair  

25 Annual Calendar selection 

Music MB is available to take!! See Timothy or Mr. Sprinkle for information. twpreshong@gmail.com

kensprinkle@gmail.com

Super Trips 2023!!! Make sure you get registered now before registration is  closed 

July 19 – July 28, 2023, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org pay Jerry Browning a $400 deposit 

Sea Base Planning 

Trip dates TBD: week after Christmas 2023

See Tonya Lawrence for questions-

 tlawrence@eastman.com

Please note that the cutoff for advancement to be recognized at the November 15th Court of Honor is November 1st (which is also election night – and only 4 weeks away).

Questions: Julieann White 423-202-5668

BSA TROOP 48 Patrol Checklist 

September 27, 2022 

THE MEETING WILL START IN THE JONES BUILDING

(Do not enter the gym as Pack 348 is there)

September 27, 2022

Thank you to everyone who completed voting for in-house Troop 48 Merit Badge classes, Super Activities for Calendar Year 2024, and other outings for Calendar Year 2023. 

Troop 48 Rechartering is coming along but we don’t yet have any patrol at 100%.  Who will be the first completely registered patrol, which wins the opportunity to pie your favorite Leadership Corps members?!? 

• Please register by paying Mr. Browning!!!  $142 Youth with magazine, $68 Leaders
• Paperwork must be accomplished by October 18th (internal deadline) or members are dropped! 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2023-T48-Recharter-Notice-1.pdf

Schedule your Medical appointment to update your form.  The Troop needs current parts A & B.  If you turned forms in for summer camp, then you are in good shape!  

All scouts need current (less than six months old) signed copies of (a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy (b) Behavior Guidelines (c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines, and (d) Trip Permission form.  See Amy Taylor.  

Important for Adult leadership:

– Youth Protection Training required within the last two years (my.scouting.org for online training; furnish certificate).  Mr. Hasler can check.

– Hazardous Weather Training

– [Assistant] Scoutmaster Position Specific Training if not already a “Trained” 

Good news: sign up now IOLS: Troop 48 will be officially offering IOLS training in house

 (t48.org for more information to come) Questions: joefoxtn@gmail.com

Registration is now available:

https://scoutingevent.com/713-63221?fbclid=IwAR32-bprHfnXyzYO9Xinycvtd-7DCrQ17bKQ0VVNgw44C-NNmAozJUxTiKo

Troop 48 – It’s Popcorn time! Please see Kernel Ben Richie at britchie0514@gmail.com, if you have any questions. Paper sales sheets and online setup are available. 

Advance planning – June 18-24, 2023 Summer Camp 

Class registration is opening soon for early birds, particularly if there is a merit badge class at camp that you really would like to take, but fills up quickly… (such as Cooking*).  Inform Vic Hasler at hvhasler@eastman.com of your choices.  Paper copies of the one page worksheet will be available in the wire racks or check

https://scoutingevent.com/Download/71399569/OR/2023_Class_Sign_Up_Worksheet.pdf

September Patrol Monthly Duty Rotation: 

Ceremonies:~ Panther -Phoenix

Food Box:~-Fox-Panther 

Game Guides: ~ Flaming Arrow -Fox

PLC Host:~Wolf – Flaming Arrow 6:30 pm arrival 

Service: ~ Eagle-Wolf 

West Bank: ~Phoenix-Eagle 

Multiple different service opportunities are available. Info on t48.org VOLUNTEER: 

CHPC Pumpkin Patch: Pumpkins are coming on September 30 at 4:00 Friday please come and help unload the truck!! please come! Sign up OR let Julieann White know. 

•CHPC will have a pumpkin patch from Oct 1 -Oct 31 from 11 am to 7 pm each day. 

Special events will happen throughout the month: 

kick off on Oct 2nd, 

fall festival on Oct 16, 

trunk or treat on Oct 30. 

• October 21-23 Cubs Haunted Adventure CDC help to run an obstacle course see Jerry Browning or Julieann White

• Saturday, Oct 29, 1-5 PM Haunted woods to adventure.  If Raining: Sunday, October 30, 1-5 pm, See Jerry Browning or Julieann White for more information 

• November 12-13 Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair!!!! t48.org

• November 5-6 Webelos 2022 

Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (FKA Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 2022 at 2:00 PM –Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM More information t48.org 

Meeting planning:

October ( Patrol trip planning )

4 Archery Demo 

11 Gun demo & Safety 

18 Patrol box cleaning, skit prep, dessert cook-off plan, and other preparation for shooting fair  

25 Annual Calendar selection 

Music MB is available to take!! See Timothy or Mr. Sprinkle for information. twpreshong@gmail.com

kensprinkle@gmail.com

Super Trips 2023!!! Make sure you get registered now before registration is  closed 

July 19 – July 28, 2023, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org pay Jerry Browning a $400 deposit 

Sea Base Planning 

Trip dates TBD: week after Christmas 2023

See Tonya Lawrence for questions-

 tlawrence@eastman.com

Questions: Julieann White 423-202-5668

September 20, 2022 

TROOP 48 BSA PATROL CheckList 

September 20, 2022 

Congratulations COOK OFF!!! CHOPPED EDITION winners 

Eagle, Wolf, and Fox !!!

Thank you to all who attended PLC. NOTE: Please call scouts that hold Troop level jobs and plan to attend our next PLC@ 6:30 pm October 11, 2022

LAST CALL!!!! Due September 20, 2022

Voting for In-House Troop 48 Merit Badge Classes is open. Please complete a ballot and return them to Mr. Browning by the end of September 2022. Please Vote for “Super Activities” for Calendar Year 2024, and ten other outings for Calendar Year 2023. Returned ballots must have a name and no more than 10 regular outings and 2 Super Activities marked, or they will not be counted. Please place your completed ballots in the “Ballot” box at Mr. Browning’s station.

Troop 48 Registration time is in full swing!!! Who will be the first completely registered patrol?!? You will have an opportunity to pie your favorite leadership corps members! 

Rechartering paperwork must be accomplished by mid-October or members are dropped, scheduled Medical we need – Current parts A, & B, (if you turned forms in for summer camp you are in good shape! ) All other scouts need part A&B 

All scouts need   Current (less than six months old) Signed copies of (a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy (b) Behavior Guidelines (c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines, and (d) Trip Permission form. See Amy Taylor. https://testing.t48.org/resources/forms-policies/#annual-4-forms

Important for Adult leadership:

Youth Protection Training within the last two years (my.scouting.org for online training; furnish certificate).

– Hazardous Weather Training.

– And Scouts BSA – [Assistant] Scoutmaster Position Specific Training if not already a “Trained” 

Good news get signed up now IOLS: Troop 48 will be officially offering IOLS training in house

 (t48.org for more information to come) Questions: joefoxtn@gmail.com

Troop! It’s Popcorn time! Please see Ben Richie for the 2022  popcorn season.  Please let us know if You have any questions. We will have paper sales sheets and an online setup is available. contact Misty and Ben Ritchie at britchie0514@gmail.com

September Patrol Monthly Duty  Rotation: 

Ceremonies:~ Panther 

Food Box:~-Fox

Game Guides: ~ Flamming Arrow 

PLC Host:~Wolf * 6:30pm arrival 

Service: ~ Eagle 

West Bank: ~Phoenix* Use rakes and spread mulch to fill in holes in Children’s Play

Multiple different service opportunities are available. Info on t48.org VOLUNTEER:

•Haunted woods adventure: 

 When: Saturday, Oct 29, 1-5 PM

If Raining: Sunday, October 30, 1-5 pm, See Jerry Browning or Julieann White for more information 

•October 21-23 Cubs Haunted Adventure CDC help to run an obstacle course see Jerry Browning or Julieann White 

CHPC will have a pumpkin patch from Oct 1 -Oct 31 from 11 am to 7 pm each day. 

Special events will happen throughout the month: 

kick off on Oct 2nd, 

fall festival on Oct 16, 

trunk or treat on Oct 30, 

Note !!! Pumpkins are coming on September 30 at 4:00 Friday please come and help unload the truck on September 18 Sunday at 4:00 in the gym will have sign-up sheets for volunteers !!! please come sign up OR let Julieann White know 

SAVE THE DATE:

2022 Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair!!!! November 12 – 13/2022   t48.org

November 5-6 Webelos 2022 

Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (FKA Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 2022 from 2:00 PM –Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM More information t48.org 

Meeting planning:

September:

20th Troop job alignment

27th, we will meet in the Jones Building for the Pack to have gym usage, for the pack meeting. Please stay out of the gym

Music MB is available to take!! See Timothy or Mr. Sprinkle for information. twpreshong@gmail.com

kensprinkle@gmail.com

Planning Save the Date 2023 planning !!! Save the date 

2023 Summer Camp – Class Registration for Early Birds is available at t48.org- Is there a merit badge class at camp that you really would like to take, but fills up quickly… registration is open!! See Vic Hasler hvhasler@eastman.com

Super Trips 2023!!! Make sure you get registered now before registration is  closed 

July 19 – July 28, 2023, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org pay Jerry Browning a $400 deposit 

Sea Base Planning 

Trip dates TBD: week after Christmas 2023

See Tonya Lawrence for questions-

 tlawrence@eastman.com

Questions: Julieann White 423-202-5668
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Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

TROOP 48 BSA PATROL Checklist 

September 13, 2022 

COOK OFF!!! CHOPPED ADDITION 

PLC 6:30 pm please all patrols have a representative in attendance !

Voting for In-House Troop 48 Merit Badge Classes is open. Ballots will be handed out during meetings from now through September 2022. Each scout will get to vote one time for the top 12 merit badges they would like to see offered during Troop 48 meetings. Please complete a ballot and return them to Mr. Browning by the end of September 2022.

The ballot is also available online to print and complete. Write in “Citizenship in Society” if you would like the new Eagle Required merit badge. 

As you know, one of our goals is “TO KEEP THE OUTING IN SCOUTING! Each year we prepare a calendar for the next year.  For 2023, let’s say we will have a proposed calendar ready for the Patrol Leaders Council to review and approve at the October 25th PLC.  That gives us time to make revisions and have the calendar ready to distribute early in December. 

 Mr. Browning has agreed to oversee this process and collect ballots.

The ballot will be made available in two ways, a hand-out at regular meetings and by download on line .

Each person should vote for two “Super Activities” for Calendar Year 2024, and ten other outings for Calendar Year 2023. Returned ballots must have a name and no more than 10 regular outings and 2 Super Activities marked, or they will not be counted. Please place your completed ballots in the “Ballot” box at Mr. Browning’s station.

When it is time for questions and announcements, we will have a round-robin to ask questions about trips and pitch trips !!! 

Troop 48 Registration time is in full swing!!! 

Rechartering paperwork must be accomplished by mid-October or members are dropped, requiring a new application and a $25 joining fee to National BSA. Please see attached.

Medical exam copy – Current parts A, B, & C for all Scouts who participate in summer camp, backpacking, hiking , truck-in camping, or physical activity games. ( if you turned forms in for summer camp you are in good shape! ) 

All scouts need   Current (less than six months old) Signed copies of (a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy and (b) Behavior Guidelines (c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines, and (d) Trip Permission form. See Amy Taylor.

Adult leadership:

Youth Protection Training within the last two years (See my.scouting.org for online training; furnish certificate).

– Hazardous Weather Training.

– And Scouts BSA – [Assistant] Scoutmaster Position Specific Training if not already a “Trained” leader and 

Troop 48 will be officially offering IOLS training in-house ( more information to come) Questions: joefoxtn@gmail.com

Troop 48 BSA Note: Please arrange to make payments during September at Tuesday troop meetings.

If you have any questions please let Julie Keeton, Julieann White, or Jerry Browning. 

Annual (4) Forms 

Upon joining Troop 48 and then for each calendar year, this set of documents is to be read by every scout and a parent, signed, and turned into the troop indicating that you understand the policies.

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/2023-T48-Recharter-Notice-1.pdf

Troop. it’s Popcorn time! Please see Ben Richie for the 2022  popcorn season.  

Please let us know if You have any questions. We will have paper sales sheets contact Misty and Ben Ritchie at britchie0514@gmail.com

September Patrol Monthly Duty  Rotation: 

Ceremonies:~ Panther 

Food Box:~-Fox

Game Guides: ~ Flamming Arrow 

PLC Host:~Wolf * 6:30pm arrival 

Service: ~ Eagle 

West Bank: ~Phoenix* Use rakes and spread mulch to fill in holes in Children’s Play

Multiple different service opportunities are available. Info on t48.org VOLUNTEER:

•Haunted woods adventure: 

 When: Saturday, Oct 29, 1-5 PM

What:  Not So Scary Woods for kids

Why: Fundraiser for the Unicoi County Animal Shelter

Where: 3460 Hwy 75 (just past Boone Dam)Need: 5-7 scouts to help take candy to different locations through the woods and distribute candy to kids. If Raining: Sunday, October 30, 1-5 pm, See Jerry Browning or Julieann White for more information 

•October 21-23 Cubs Haunted Adventure CDC help to run an obstacle course see Jerry Browning or Julieann White 

CHPC will have a pumpkin patch from Oct 1 through Oct 31 from 11 am to 7 pm each day. Special events will happen throughout the month such as a kick-off on Oct 2nd, a fall festival on Oct 16, trunk or treat on Oct 30, and even a few movie nights as well. They could use some help to unload pumpkins when they arrive before Oct 1st and to staff the lot in the afternoons or on the weekends, Scouts could help remove any pumpkins that have gone bad. They would appreciate any help the troop may be able to offer to enrich this new ministry to our community. (MORE INFO WILL BE  AVAILABLE)

SAVE THE DATE:

2022 Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair!!!!

11/12/2022 – 11/13/2022   t48.org

November 5-6 Webelos 2022 Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (FKA Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 at 2:00 PM –Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM More information to come 

Meeting planning:

September:

*Virgin Fall Trip Plan -postponed 

27 Game Night, we will meet in Jones Building For gym usage for the pack, they will be in there on September 27th for the pack meeting.

Planning Save the Date 2023 planning !!! Save the date 

2023 Summer Camp – Class Registration for Early Birds is available at t48.org- Is there a merit badge class at camp that you really would like to take, but fills up quickly… registration is open!! See Vic Hasler at hvhasler@eastman.com

July 19 – July 28, 2023, at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org 

Sea Base Planning 

Trip dates TBD: week after Christmas 2023

See Tonya Lawrence for questions-

 tlawrence@eastman.com

Questions: Julieann White 423-202-5668 

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Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

September 6, 2022 

TROOP 48 BSA — 

TROOP 48 BSA PATROL Checklist 

September 6,2022 

Zoo Trip plan/ Cook off Plan 

Sea Base Planning Meeting September 6,2022 

Trip dates: week after Christmas 2023

 Sea Base Adventures:

• Coral Reef sailing – 40’ sailboat; crew size of 6-8; 6 days & 5 nights; fee per crew $9,200

• Sea Exploring sailing – 75’ sailboat; crew size of 18-20; 7 days & 6 nights; fee per crew $23,000

o Assuming all boats have maximum crew, the cost per crew member is $1,150.  Costs will increase if there are less crew members.

o 2 adult leaders per crew are required.

Come get more information Tuesday September 6, 2022

We hope you all enjoyed the August 30th cooking Demo Cooking- we had fun!! 

Voting for In-House, Troop 48 Merit Badge Classes is open. Ballots will be handed out during meetings from now through September, 2022. Each scout will get to vote one time for the top 12 merit badges they would like to see offered during Troop 48 meetings. Please complete a ballot and return them to Mr. Browning by the end of September, 2022.

The ballot is also available online to print and complete. Write in “Citizenship in Society” if you would like the new Eagle Required merit badge. 

As you know, one of our goals is “TO KEEP THE OUTING IN SCOUTING !

Each year we prepare a calendar for the next year.  For 2023, let’s say we will have a proposed calendar ready for the Patrol Leaders Council to review and approve at the October 25th PLC.  That gives us time to make revisions and have the calendar ready to distribute early in December. 

 Mr. Browning has agreed to oversee this process and collect ballots.

The ballot will be made available in two ways, a hand-out at regular meetings and by download. Please plan for your “team” to review the ballot during patrol corners and return them to Mr. Browning between now and October 18th. “TEAMS” are our patrols, the Leadership Corps, and the registered adult leaders. Each person should vote for two “Super Activities” for Calendar Year 2024, and ten other outings for Calendar Year 2023. Returned ballots must have a name and no more than 10 regular outings and 2 Super Activities marked, or they will not be counted. Please place your completed ballots in the “Ballot” box at Mr. Browning’s station.

Remember, A Scout is Loyal, but is also Brave. Don’t be afraid to step out of the comfort of old reliable outings and accept the adventures and challenges of untested outings. There are lots of outings to surmount.

When it is time for questions and announcements, we will have a round robin to ask questions about trips and pitch trips !!! 

August Patrol Monthly Duty  Rotation: 

-Note Prepare September patrol rotation changes 

Ceremonies:~ Panther 

Food Box:~-Fox

Game Guides: ~ Flaming Arrow 

PLC Host:~Wolf * 6:30pm arrival 

Service: ~ Eagle 

West Bank: ~Phoenix* Use rakes and spread mulch to fill in holes in Children’s Play

Patrol: please do jobs That are assigned, it’s your responsibility!

NOTE PLEASE PAY YOUR FOOD BUYER!!! Many have not paid food buyers for Dick Tracy Rock! Friday crew AND patrol food AND Grayson Highlands food !!!

Multiple different service opportunities available. Info on t48.org We need you to help VOLUNTEER:Go to T48.org for multiple opportunities to Volunteer!! 

SAVE THE DATE:

•Haunted woods adventure: 

 When: Saturday, Oct 29, 1-5 PM

What:  Not So Scary Woods for kids

Why: Fundraiser for the Unicoi County Animal Shelter

Where: 3460 Hwy 75 (just past Boone Dam)Need: 5-7 scouts to help take candy to different locations through the woods and distribute candy to kids. If Raining : Sunday, October 30 1-5pm, See Jerry Browning or Julieann White for more information 

October 21-23 Cubs Haunted Adventure CDC help to run a obstacle course see Jerry Browning or Julieann White 

In planning stages CHPC will have a pumpkin patch from Oct 1 through Oct 31 from 11am to 7pm each day. Special events will happen throughout the month such as a kick off on Oct 2nd, a fall festival on Oct 16, trunk or treat on Oct 30, and even a few movie nights as well. They could use some of the help to unload pumpkins when they arrive before oct 1st, and to staff the lot in the afternoons or on the weekends, Scouts could help remove any pumpkins that have gone bad. They would appreciate any help the troop may be able to offer to enrich this new ministry to our community. (MORE INFO WILL BE  AVAILABLE)

November 5-6 Webelos 2022 Troop 48 Webelos Recruitment Event (FKA Webelos Woods), Saturday, Nov 5 at

2 :00 PM –Sunday, Nov 6 at 10:00 AM More information to come 

Meeting planning:

September:

13 cookoff /Chopped version 

20 Virgin Fall Trip Plan 

27 Game Night, For gym usage for the pack, they will be in there on September 27th for the next pack meeting.

Advance planning Save the Date 2023 planning !!!Save the date 

July 19 – July 28, 2023 at the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Registration opened on March 27 and online registration can be completed at https://jamboree.scouting.org/.

Machu Picchu June 2023! A ton of information on  t48.org 

Questions: Julieann White
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Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48