December 5, 2023 

Troop 48 Upcoming Events & Announcements 

December 5, 2023 

Join us for Christmas caroling at Brookdale Colonial Heights on Sun, Dec 3 @ 2 PM and at Brookdale Kingsport on Sun, Dec 17

 T48 Adults. Dec. 3rd is the annual Council Recognition Banquet at Camp Davy Crockett, beginning at 3:00 PM. This event is a major fundraiser for the District Order of the Arrow Chapter. Come enjoy a delicious meal, support the OA NOAC trip, and help recognize adults who have supported scouting at the council level. Registration closed 

WE STILL HAVE OPEN SPOTS for WFA class December 1-3 T48 sponsored@ CHPC

Open to anyone ages 14-99. $100 includes class supplies, books, event patch, etc and supplies for kits will be available. Walk-on registration is welcome! 

Patrol Duty!!!

Rotation for December : 

Ceremonies: Wolf 

Food Box: Eagle 

Game Guides:  Phoenix 

PLC (12/12 6:30pm) :  Panther  

Service (including Al can recycling project): Fox 

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Flaming Arrow 

Winter Gear orders are now being taken until December 5th.  Pay Mr. Browning and turn in the order form to Ms. Keeton.  To see pictures of each winter gear item, Google search for the Model Number listed on the Order Form. TIME IS RUNNING OUT winter gear can only be ordered every 2 years!!! Model Number listed on the Order Form. 

Dec 8-9 Lock-in @CHPC  Troop sign up this is an amazing fun filled night of games ( video game, board games and a movie ) 

🎁Share the Joy of the Season with Cub Scouts Pack 348🎁

✨It’s that wonderful time of the year, and we’re continuing our tradition of giving back through the Salvation Army Angel Tree Gift Drive! For years, Pack 348 has spread holiday cheer by participating in this heartwarming event, and we’re thrilled to keep the tradition alive by gathering gift donations for four very special Angels: Emma, Kason, Jo’von, and Natalie. 

🎄Contribute and be part of the magic in either of two simple ways! Use the details provided in each Angel’s profile to shop for gifts and bring them to Den or Pack meetings before December 5th. 

Your kindness and generosity make a real difference! reach out to our Christmas Community Service Coordinator, Megan Brandby. 

December planning:

5 Sustainability MB – Learn and assemble educational kits

12 PLC/ Games / first aid fun (First Aid early ranks and MB)

•  Bring your personal and home first aid kits for inspection

19 Christmas party

26 Advancement assistance 

Begin Sustainability merit badge on December 5th.. Eastman is putting together recycling sample kits for educational purposes.  Mrs.Jessica will come and speak to the group for about 15 minutes. Then we’ll get started on the assembly of recycling kits.  If not completed, they may need to come back and complete it on 12/12.

Join us for a Holiday Home

Tour of the four gospels!

Read and share how each shines the light of Christ in their own special way.

Copies are available in the CHPC office.

Suggested Donation $10

CHPC

213 COLONIAL HEIGHTS ROAD KINGSPORT, TN CHPRES.ORG

JOIN US FOR ADVENT AT CHPC!

WHOLENESS

& HEALING

WED DEC 13 @ 6PM

CHRISTMAS

EVE MORNING

SUN DEC 24 € 10AM

LESSONS

& CAROLS

SUN DEC 17 € 10AM

CHRISTMAS

EVE SERVICE

SUN DEC 24 @ 5PM

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Register here individually (not a troop trip) right now and pick desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Spring Camporee (March 23-24, 2024) – Save the Date.  Activities on Saturday (Frontier Experience, Field Games, STEM/NOVA, COPE elements, Live Music, Cowboy Action Shooting) with an opportunity for overnight camping.

Summer Camp (June 16-22, 2024) class registration ARE NOW OPEN.  See Mr. Hasler about your preferences. Refer to the Class catalog. Some favorite classes are filling already.   You must register on T48.org and pay a $25 deposit to Mr. Browning.  
— 

Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

Troop 48 Upcoming Events & Announcements 

Nov 28, 2023 Court of Honor (Class A event) 

Patrol Duty!!!

Rotation for November : 

Ceremonies: Eagle 

Food Box:   Phoenix 

Game Guides:  Panther 

PLC (11/14 6:30pm) :  Fox 

Service (including Al can recycling project): Flaming Arrow 

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Wolf 

Winter Gear orders are now being taken until early December.  Pay Mr. Browning.  To see pictures of each winter gear item, Google search for Model Number listed on the Order Form. 

WE STILL HAVE OPEN SPOTS for WFA class December 1-3 T48 sponsored@ CHPC

Open to anyone ages 14-99. $100 includes class supplies, books, event patch, etc and supplies for kits will be available. 

Calling all T48 Adults. Dec. 3rd is the annual Council Recognition Banquet at Camp Davy Crockett, beginning at 3:00 PM. This event is a major fundraiser for the District Order of the Arrow Chapter. Come enjoy a delicious meal, support the OA NOAC trip, and help recognize adults who have supported scouting at the council level. Register here.

Dec 8-9 Lock-in @CHpC  Troop sign up 

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Register here individually (not a troop trip) right now and pick desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Spring Camporee (March 23-24, 2024) – Save the Date.  Activities on Saturday (Frontier Experience, Field Games, STEM/NOVA, COPE elements, Live Music, Cowboy Action Shooting) with an opportunity for overnight camping.

Summer Camp (June 16-22, 2024) class registration ARE NOW OPEN.  See Mr. Hasler about your preferences. Refer to the Class catalog. Some favorite classes are filling already.   Also pay a $25 deposit to Mr. Browning.  

Service opportunity:

Share the Joy of the Season with Cub Scouts Pack 348 see the long list of opportunities 

We will have an opportunity to begin Environmental Science or Sustainability merit badge. Eastman is putting together recycling sample kits for educational purposes. We will  have someone coming to a meeting as a guest speaker.
— 

Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

Nov 21, 2023 

Class A Uniforms –  Remember to bring a friend!

Note: We have been notified that some are having issues with T48.org please be patient our amazing Webmaster Thomas Gould is diligently working on the situation:)

Congratulations!

To Troop 48 SPL Noah Malik and T48G SPL Emery Keeton !!!

Noah, Emery, and the new patrol leadership of Troop 48 are excited about the upcoming events and the future of the troop. Noah and Emery will work closely running our family! 

We thank Nathan for a job well done. Our leaders look forward to all our upcoming adventures!!!

The Panther Patrol completed their election.   Congratulations to new PL Ryan Lick 

Troop 48B/G now has 100% TRAINED leadership (62 adults). This accomplishment was NOT easy to do. Many had to work extra hard even traveling out of council for training classes that fit their lives and schedules; your dedication is not unrecognized. THANK YOU!!!

The 2024 calendar was voted on and approved on 11/14/2023.  Copies will be made available at the 11/28 Court of Honor.  (Well done youth leadership on your amazing planning.)

Troop 48 Upcoming Events & Announcements 

Nov 21, 2023 

Class A Uniforms –  Remember to bring a friend!

Nov 21  Troop 48 Thanksgiving (NASA Ambassador Presentation on Osiris-Rex) 

We have a special guest speaker 

Winter Gear Order Forms are now available. Orders will be taken until early December.

To see pictures of each winter gear item, do a Google search for Model No. listed on the order form.

Order Form

Nov 28  Court of Honor 

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The rest of these announcements are to be handled in the Patrol Corners. 

Patrol Duty!!!

Rotation for November : 

Ceremonies: Eagle 

Food Box:   Phoenix 

Game Guides:  Panther 

PLC (11/14 6:30 pm) :  Fox 

Service (including Al can recycling project): Flaming Arrow 

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Wolf 

December events

We will have an opportunity for a merit badge Eastman is putting together recycling sample kits for educational purposes. We will  have someone coming to a meeting as a guest speaker and then  the troop will help to assemble these kits  -working towards earning  the sustainability and environmental science merit badge 

4-5 council dinner 

8-9 lock-in for the Troop

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Registration is open. Register here right now and pick your desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Spring Camporee (March 23-24, 2024) – Save the Date.  Activities on Saturday (Frontier Experience, Field Games, STEM/NOVA, COPE elements, Live Music, Cowboy Action Shooting) with an opportunity for overnight camping.

Summer Camp (June 16-22, 2024) class registration ARE NOW OPEN.  10 am Cooking and 5 pm Water Sports are already filled.  If you are interested in hard-to-get classes like BSA Snorkeling, Cooking MB, or Welding MB then talk to (or send an email) Mr. Hasler about your preferences.  Class catalog   Also pay a $25 deposit to Mr. Browning. 

Troop 48’s aluminum service project recycles cans and other aluminum scrap.  Collect and bring into the troop meetings for the service patrol to handle. 

Raffl Maui Jim Gear!!!! Raffle:

There are two 70% off any Maui Jim Coupons Two lens cloths, one cleaner care kit, Cable and stainless steel coffee container This would be amazing to use as a Christmas gift.  (70% a pair of Maui jim sunglasses would be a sweet gift!)

They go to Mauijim.com and shop !!!!YOU Definitely want To get into this amazing drawing!! 

 3  opportunities !!!! 5$ suggested donation  all proceeds going to Sea Base Transportation

( the 3rd one being the items and the other 2 the discount coupons).

Leadership Training:

Class:  Wilderness First Aid Class

Instructor:  Wes Miller – 

Dates:  12/1-3 – Start after school/work on 12/1 and finish the afternoon 12/3.  Exact times are TBD.

Location:  CHPC and Offsite on Sunday Morning

Requirements – Must be 14 years old to earn certificate & patch – Serious students of WFA should still consider registering.

Registration Fee – $100 + Provided Meals (TBD)

WFA Kits – Full & Backpacking Kits available for purchase

Service opportunity:

🎁Share the Joy of the Season with Cub Scouts Pack 348🎁

✨It’s that wonderful time of the year, and we’re continuing our tradition of giving back through the Salvation Army Angel Tree Gift Drive! For years, Pack 348 has spread holiday cheer by participating in this heartwarming event, and we’re thrilled to keep the tradition alive by gathering gift donations for four very special Angels: Emma, Kason, Jo’von, and Natalie. 

🎄Contribute and be part of the magic in either of two simple ways! Use the details provided in each Angel’s profile to shop for gifts and bring them to Den or Pack meetings before December 5th. Or, opt for a quick, hassle-free process by scanning the QR codes at the bottom of each Angel’s profile to shop online from their Amazon wish lists. You can even have your gifts sent directly to our Christmas Community Service Coordinator, ensuring prompt delivery alongside other donations! 

📅 Save the Date! Our gift collection will continue until December 5th in order to be ready for final turn-in to the Salvation Army on December 7th.

✨ Your kindness and generosity make a real difference! Let’s make this holiday season extra special for our Angels.

🎅For questions or more details, reach out to our Christmas Community Service Coordinator, Megan Brandby. 

NATALIE’S LIST – https://tinyurl.com/cub-angel-natalie

KASON’S LIST – https://tinyurl.com/cub-angel-kason

EMMA’S LIST – https://tinyurl.com/cub-angel-emma

JO’VON’S LIST – https://tinyurl.com/cub-angel-jovon
—

Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

Upcoming events !!!

Eagle Project!!! Nathan Browning At Saint Dominic Church 

Saturday November 11th  1pm 

Service to others :

This Saturday we are organizing a work day to help the Brandby family restart and clear out materials that need to be hauled away. 

Where: 2395 Rock Springs Rd, Kingsport

When: Sat. Nov. 11th, noon-4pm

What: Bring long sleeves, gloves, boots, mask, and any demolition tools you can.

Troop 48  Events & Announcements – Nov 14, 2023 Please meet in the game room at 6:30 for PLC and the start of the meeting!!! Our pack has a potluck dinner. 

Class A Uniforms – Congratulations to our New Patrol Leaders. Eagle – Sam, FA – Jacob, Fox – Gwen, Phoenix – Farris and Wolf – Adam. Panther patrol will vote next week. Troop will vote for SPL. 

PL/APL patches will be given out at next Tuesday’s troop meeting.

Patrol Duty!!!

Rotation for November : 

Ceremonies: Eagle 

Food Box:   Phoenix 

Game Guides:  Panther 

PLC :  Fox (11/14 6:30pm)

Service (including Al can recycling project): Flaming Arrow 

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Wolf 

It’s that time of year again!!!  Scouts and adults, if you are not feeling well, have been around anyone not feeling well, or are part of a group exposed to someone who tested for Covid-19 or flu, please skip any patrol meeting or troop outing during that week. Please keep everyone safe!

Advance planning:

Nov 14  PLC we will finalize our 2024 calendar,all are invited / COH CUTOFF 

Nov 14 Sea Base Bag Packing Review

Nov 21  Troop 48 Thanksgiving (NASA Ambassador Presentation on Osiris-Rex) 

We have a special guest speaker on November 21 Bring a friend!

Nov 28  Court of Honor 

December 

4-5 council dinner 

8-9 lock-in for the Troop 

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Registration is open. Register here right now and pick desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Spring Camporee (March 23-24, 2024) – Save the Date.  Activities on Saturday (Frontier Experience, Field Games, STEM/NOVA, COPE elements, Live Music, Cowboy Action Shooting) with an opportunity for overnight camping.

Summer Camp (June 16-22, 2024) class registration ARE NOW OPEN.  10am Cooking and 5pm Water Sports are already filled.  If you are interested in hard-to-get classes like BSA Snorkeling, Cooking MB, or Welding MB then talk to (or send an email) Mr. Hasler about your preferences.  Class catalog   Also pay a $25 deposit to Mr. Browning. 

Troop 48’s aluminum service project recycles cans and other aluminum scrap.  Collect and bring into the troop meets for the service patrol to handle. 

Rage Room raffle. Winner Brett Barbee. Thank you for supporting the Sea Base fundraiser!

Raffl Maui Jim Gear!!!! Raffle What can you win?!? 

There are two 70% off any Maui Jim Coupons Two lens cloths, one cleaner care kit, Cable and stainless steel coffee container This would be amazing to use as a Christmas gift.  (70% a pair of Maui jim sunglasses would be a sweet gift!)

They go to Mauijim.com and shop !!!!YOU Definitely want To get into this amazing drawing!! 

 3  opportunities !!!! 5$ suggested donation  all proceeds going to Sea Base Transportation

( the 3rd one being the items and the other 2 the discount coupons).

Leadership Training:

Class:  Wilderness First Aid Class

Instructor:  Wes Miller – 

Dates:  12/1-3 – Start after school/work on 12/1 and finish afternoon 12/3.  Exact times TBD.

Location:  CHPC and Offsite on Sunday Morning

Requirements – Must be 14 years old to earn certificate & patch – Serious students of WFA should still consider registering.

Registration Fee – $100 + Provided Meals (TBD)

WFA Kits – Full & Backpacking Kits available for purchase

Winter Gear Order Forms are now available. Orders will be taken until early December.

Order Form

Upcoming events !!!

Eagle Project!!! Nathan Browning At Saint Dominic Church 

Friday, November 3rd 3pm and Saturday, November 4th 10am 

Shooting Fair Weekend!

Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair, Saturday, Nov 4th, 8 AM – Sunday, Nov 5th, 6 PM 

Prepare for winter weather camping ’30s overnight, and a time change we will lose an hour.

Pumpkin Patch:  Volunteers needed for pumpkin patch!!!

November 1 – 4.  Two-hour slots from 11 a.m. to7 pm 

Service to others :

For the next two Saturday we are organizing work days to help the Brandby family restart and clear out materials that need to be hauled away. 

Where: 2395 Rock Springs Rd, Kingsport

When: Sat. Nov. 4th or 11th noon-4pm

What: Bring long sleeves, gloves, boots, mask, and any demolition tools you can.

Troop 48  Events & Announcements – Nov 7, 2023 

Class A Uniforms – and come ready to vote 

Troop elections Tuesday Nov 7th – and change to formal Class A uniforms

Patrol Duty!!!

Rotation for November : 

Ceremonies: Eagle 

Food Box:   Phoenix 

Game Guides:  Panther 

PLC :  Fox (11/14 6:30pm)

Service (including Al can recycling project): Flaming Arrow 

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Wolf 

It’s that time of year again!!!  Scouts and adults, if you are not feeling well, have been around anyone not feeling well, or are part of a group exposed to someone who tested for Covid-19 or flu, please skip any patrol meeting or troop outing during that week. Please keep everyone safe!

Recharter registration is done. Thank you and congratulations!!

We will finalize voting for 2024. One last chance to pitch your favorite trip !

Advance planning:

Nov 14  PLC / COH CUTOFF 

Nov 21  Troop 48 Thanksgiving 

Nov 28  Court of Honor 

December date is in flux for

Lock-in at the Movies (CHPC)

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Registration is open. Register here right now and pick desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Spring Camporee (March 23-24, 2024) – Save the Date.  Activities on Saturday (Frontier Experience, Field Games, STEM/NOVA, COPE elements, Live Music, Cowboy Action Shooting) with an opportunity for overnight camping.

Summer Camp (June 16-22, 2024) class registration coming soon in November.  If you are interested in hard-to-get classes like BSA Snorkeling, Cooking MB, or Welding MB then talk to Mr. Hasler about your preferences to sign you up when it opens.  Class catalog    

Troop 48’s aluminum service project recycles cans and other aluminum scrap.  Collect and bring into the troop meets for the service patrol to handle. 

Rage Room raffle. 

Sea Base fundraising event !

Suggested donation $5 win Rage Room visit this is a $50 value!! 

MUST BE 12 YR. OLD TO PARTICIPATE

Leadership Training:

Class:  Wilderness First Aid Class

Instructor:  Wes Miller – 

Dates:  12/1-3 – Start after school/work on 12/1 and finish afternoon 12/3.  Exact times TBD.

Location:  CHPC and Offsite on Sunday Morning

Requirements – Must be 14 years old to earn certificate & patch – Serious students of WFA should still consider registering.

Registration Fee – $100 + Provided Meals (TBD)

WFA Kits – Full & Backpacking Kits available for purchase

— 

Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

Upcoming events !!!

Trunk or Treat:            Saturday October 28th (5-6pm)

It’s Almost Time for Winter gear!!!

get it in time for Christmas.

	Item #	Description	Color	Logo/Location	Cost
Hoody	F244	Sport Tek wicking all poly fleece, front pocket	Deep Red	Black/Front	$22.61
	ST290	Sport Tek Repel Fleece Hooded Pullover	True Royal	White/Front	$30.61
Long Sleeve	PC55LS	Port and Company 50/50 cotton/poly	Red	Black/Front	$9.36
Short Sleeve	46000	Gilden Performance Wicking, Snag Resistant	Red	Black/Front	$9.25
	PC55	Port and Company 50/50 cotton/poly	Red	Black/Front	$7.21
HAT	CP90	Port and Company Knit Cap, 100% Acrylic	Red	Embroidery/Black	$10
	DT607	Trucker Hat	Red and White	Black	$10

Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair, Saturday, Nov 4th 8AM – Sunday, Nov 5th 6PM 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-Troop-48-Shooting-Fair-Schedule-v4.0.pd Shooting Fair is designed to give instruction in the safe and proper use of archery equipment, .22 rifles, and 20-gauge shotguns. This instruction and experience will allow the Scouts to make progress toward the Rifle and Archery merit badges. There will be some downtime where each patrol will occupy themselves (prep time for skits is strongly advised, or bring a field activity game such as football, frisbee). 

Following Saturday’s activities, a feast is planned by and to be executed by the Leadership Corps.  The feast will be held at the HQ building. Patrols will prepare their desserts to share with the crowd. Following the feast, 2023 Patrol Experiences will be shared. We will have a formal Troop 48 style (patrols bring your prepared skits and songs) campfire at HQ. We will camp out on Saturday night in the Black Bear. Get signed up !!! 

Scouts and adults, if you are not feeling well, have been around anyone not feeling well, or are part of a group exposed to someone who tested positive for Covid-19 or flu, please skip any patrol meeting or troop outing during that week. Please keep everyone safe!

Troop 48  Events & Announcements – October 31, 2023 Happy Halloween 🎃 Bring Candy and wear a costume 

Patrol Duty!!!

Rotation for October: 

Ceremonies: Phoenix 

Food Box:   Panther 

Game Guides:  Fox

PLC (on 10/10):  Flaming Arrow 

Service (including Al can recycling project):  Wolf

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Eagle 

Registration is just about done !! We have just a few scouts missing the 4 forms. 

Hand in your voting forms for our 2024 year, so begin pitching your favorite trip now !

Upcoming events:

Troop elections Tuesday Nov 7th – and change to formal Class A uniforms

Shooting Fair Saturday, Nov 4th at 8:00 AM – Sunday, Nov 5th at 6:00 PM

Court of Honor Tuesday, Nov 28 · 7–9 PM (Cut off for recognition on Nov 14)

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Registration is open. Register here right now and pick desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Summer Camp (June 16-22, 2024) class registration coming in November.  If you are interested in hard-to-get classes like BSA Snorkeling, Cooking MB, or Welding MB then talk to Mr. Hasler about your preferences to sign you up when it opens.  Class catalog    

Rage Room raffle.  Sea base fundraising event !

Suggested donation $5 to win Rage Room visit which is a $50 value!! 

MUST BE AT LEAST 12 YR. OLD TO PARTICIPATE

Wilderness First Aid Class

Instructor:  Wes Miller 

Dates:  Start after school/work on 12/1 and finish afternoon 12/3.  Exact times TBD.

Location:  CHPC and Offsite on Sunday morning

Requirements – Must be 14 years old to earn certificate & patch – Serious students of WFA should still consider registering.

Registration Fee – $100 + Provided Meals (TBD)

WFA Kits – Full & Backpacking Kits available for purchase
— 

Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

Upcoming events !!!

buy a pumpkin at the CHPC pumpkin patch and tell a friend ! All pumpkin proceeds go to funding youth activities at CHPC. 

It’s Almost Time for the Jamboree-on-the-Air and Jamboree-on-the-Internet

Drop in at the Council Service Center this Saturday, Oct. 21, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. There will be a Ham Radio setup in the Order of the Arrow room of Scout Headquarters located at:

129 Boone Ridge Drive, Johnson City TN

Come talk to scouts all over the world and meet requirements for parts of the Radio Merit Badge. Print and take your MB workbook.

Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair, Saturday, Nov 4th 8AM – Sunday, Nov 5th 6PM 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-Troop-48-Shooting-Fair-Schedule-v4.0.pd Shooting Fair is designed to give instruction in the safe and proper use of archery equipment, .22 rifles, and 20- guage shotguns. This instruction and experience will allow the Scouts to make progress toward the Rifle and Archery merit badges. There will be some down time where each group will play field games. Patrols will occupy themselves.(prep time for skits is strongly advised, or bring a field activity game(football, frisbee)).Following Saturday’s activities, a feast is planned for and to be executed by the Leadership Corps for Saturday dinner. 

The feast will be held at the HQ building. Patrols will prepare their desserts to share with the feast crowd. Following thefeast, 2023 Patrol Experiences will be shared. We will have a formal Troop 48 style (patrols bring your prepared skits andsongs) campfire at HQ.We will camp out on Saturday night in the Black Bear Get signed up !!! 

Troop 48  Events & Announcements – October 24, 2023 

Webelos night went great!!! Well done, scouts!!

Mr. White will be at the 10/24 troop meeting.  Available to meet with a small group to take care of the Second Class 7c (dangers of substance addictions).

Planning a Halloween party for October 31🎃 and shooting fair desert competition plan!!

Patrol Duty!!!

Rotation for October : 

Ceremonies: Phoenix 

Food Box:   Panther 

Game Guides:  Fox

PLC (on 10/10):  Flaming Arrow 

Service (including Al can recycling project):  Wolf

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Eagle 

It’s that time of year again!!!  Scouts and adults, if you are not feeling well, have been around anyone not feeling well, or are part of a group exposed to someone who tested for Covid-19 or flu, please skip any patrol meeting or troop outing during that week. Please keep everyone safe!

Wolf patrol is the winner for Pizza and Donuts!!!

Congrats to THE FIRST FULLY REGISTERED PATROL 

Second place will be announced 10/24!!!

Registration!!

Scouts Register $187 with Scout Life magazine (1 per family), $172 w/o SL Adults Registration $103 w/o optional SL magazine, $118 w/ SL

Note that the four signed forms are also due for each Scout at this time.

(a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy 

(b) Behavior Guidelines 

(c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines 

(d) Trip Permission form 

Hand in your voting for our 2024 year, so begin pitching your favorite trip now !

Upcoming events:

Trunk or Treat:            Saturday October 28th (5-6pm)

Troop elections Tuesday Nov 7th – and change to formal Class A uniforms

Shooting Fair Saturday, Nov 4th at 8:00 AM – Sunday, Nov 5th at 6:00 PM

Court of Honor Tuesday, Nov 28 · 7–9 PM (Cut off for recognition on Nov 14)

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Registration is open. Register here right now and pick desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Summer Camp (June 16-22, 2024) class registration coming in November.  If you are interested in hard-to-get classes like BSA Snorkeling, Cooking MB, or Welding MB then talk to Mr. Hasler about your preferences to sign you up when it opens.  Class catalog    

Troop 48’s aluminum service project recycles cans and other aluminum scrap.  Collect and bring into the troop meets for the service patrol to handle. 

Rage Room raffle. 

Sea base fundraising event !

Suggested donation $5 win Rage Room visit this is a $50 value!! 

MUST BE 12 YR. OLD TO PARTICIPATE

Leadership Training:

Class:  Wilderness First Aid Class

Instructor:  Wes Miller – 

Dates:  12/1/23 to 12/3 – Start after school/work on 12/1 and finish afternoon 12/3.  Exact times TBD.

Location:  CHPC and Offsite on Sunday Morning

Requirements – Must be 14 years old to earn certificate & patch – Serious students of WFA should still consider register.

Registration Fee – $100 + Provided Meals (TBD)

WFA Kits – Full & Backpacking Kits available for purchase– 

Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

Upcoming events !!!

The Channels Natural Area Preserve (Day Hike), Saturday, Oct 14 · 8 AM–5 PM

CHPC Fall Festival     Saturday October 14th (11am-3pm)

Pumpkin Unload #2    Monday October 16th (5pm)

Last Chance!!!

A Crockett Card may be a way to save money for the active scout and leader. It allows monthly payments in lieu of one single payment. If a scout participates in Summer Camp and one other event, like MBU, card payments will break even. Registration here. (scroll down page)

Crockett Card  holders please see Mr. Browning and pay Troop fee 

Troop 48  Events & Announcements – October 17, 2023 Webelos night !!! 

Webelos from Pack 348 are coming. The patrols had time  to prepare. Each patrol should  have a plan . 2 from each patrol will stay behind during their patrol time to set up . 

Troop 48 thanks Simmers for hosting 10/10 meeting !! 

Get signed up !!! Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair, Saturday, Nov 4  8AM – Sunday, Nov 12 6PM 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-Troop-48-Shooting-Fair-Schedule-v4.0.pdf

Patrol Duty!!!

Patrol Duty Rotation for October 

Ceremonies: Phoenix 

Food Box:   Panther 

Game Guides:  Fox

PLC (on 10/10):  Flaming Arrow 

Service (including Al can recycling project):  Wolf

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Eagle 

Mrs. Keeton is collecting paperwork for Personal Fitness MB.

Mr. White will be at the 10/24 troop meeting.  Available to meet with a small group at that time to take care of the Second Class 7c (dangers of substance addictions).

It’s that time of year again!!!  Scouts and adults, if you are not feeling well, have been around anyone not feeling well, or are part of a group exposed to someone who tested for Covid-19 or flu, please skip any patrol meeting or troop outing during that week. Please keep everyone safe!

We have a winner for Pizza!! OR Donuts!!!

THE FIRST FULLY REGISTERED PATROL will be announced 10/17!!!

Registration!!

Scouts Register $187 with Scout Life magazine (1 per family), $172 w/o SL

Adults Registration $103 w/o optional SL magazine, $118 w/ SL

Note that the four signed forms are also due for each Scout at this time.

(a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy 

(b) Behavior Guidelines 

(c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines 

(d) Trip Permission form 

Popcorn sales are here and can help with fees!!!  

Sell 15 boxes and cover your Scout fee and hit your favorite leader with a pie!!! 

Coming soon – We will start voting for our 2024 year, so begin pitching your favorite trip now !

Upcoming events:

Trunk or Treat:            Saturday October 28th (5-6pm)

Troop elections Tuesday Nov 7th – and change to formal Class A uniforms

Shooting Fair Saturday, Nov 4  at 8:00 AM – Sunday, Nov 12 at 6:00 PM

Court of Honor Tuesday, Nov 28 · 7–9 PM (Cut off for recognition on Nov 14)

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Registration is open. Register here right now and pick desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

Rage Room

 Sea base fundraising event !

Suggested donation $5 win Rage Room visit this is a $50 value!! 

MUST BE 12 YR. OLD TO PARTICIPATE

October 7th. Troop 48 Service!

Our first firewood delivery of the year will be this Saturday, Oct. 7^th Please be at the wood lot at 8:30 am to start loading. I have to be at Westridge for a band competition, so I won’t be able to stay past 10:00 this time.

the address of the wood lot is: Wimberly Woods Retreat Center 1390 Bloomingdale Road Kingsport TN 37660 

Troop 48  Events & Announcements  – October 10, 2023 

Attention. Troop 48 meeting at Simmers House !!!! 

Troop 48 Meeting – Shooting Awareness at Mr. Simmers House, Tuesday, Oct 10 · 7–9 PM

1776 Childress Ferry Rd, Blountville, TN 37617

We will build a fire.  PLC can meet around the fire at 6:30.  All attendees bring their folding chairs.  There is space to play Capture the Flag. Afterwards 

Weekly troop meetings will be updated if our sponsoring organization modifies our rules for the use of the facility.  Currently, the entire Troop 48 is assembling in the gym by 7 PM sharp for the opening ceremony and announcements.

Troop 48 CDC Shooting Fair, Saturday, Nov 4  at 8 AM – Sunday, Nov 12 at 6 PM 

https://testing.t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-Troop-48-Shooting-Fair-Schedule-v4.0.pdf

Patrol Duty!!!

Patrol Duty Rotation for October 

Ceremonies: Phoenix 

Food Box:   Panther 

Game Guides:  Fox

PLC (on 10/10):  Flaming Arrow 

Service (including Al can recycling project):  Wolf

West Bank (rake the playground under the swings):  Eagle 

Coming soon – We will start voting for our 2024 year, so begin pitching your favorite trip now!

Mrs. Keeton is collecting paperwork for Personal Fitness MB.

Mr. White will be at Scouts covering financial duties for Mr. Browning on Tuesday, October 17 and 24.  He will also be available to meet with a small group at that time to take care of the Second Class 7c (dangers of substance addictions).

It’s that time of year again!!!  Scouts and adults, if you are not feeling well, have been around anyone not feeling well, or are part of a group exposed to someone who tested for COVID-19 or flu, please skip any patrol meeting or troop outing during that week. Please keep everyone safe!

Who wants Pizza? OR Donuts!!!

BE THE FIRST FULLY REGISTERED PATROL.

Attention all Scouts and Adults!  Please turn in your recharter fees to Mr. Browning by Tuesday, October 10.

Scouts $187 with Scout Life magazine (1 per family), $172 w/o SL

Adults $103 w/o optional SL magazine, $118 w/ SL

Note that the four signed forms are also due for each Scout at this time.

(a) Troop 48 Alcohol and Drug Policy 

(b) Behavior Guidelines 

(c) Electronic Equipment Guidelines 

(d) Trip Permission form 

A Crockett Card may be another way to save money for the active scout and leader. It allows monthly payments instead of one single payment. If a scout participates in Summer Camp and one other event, like MBU, card payments will break even. Registration here. (scroll down the page)

Crocket Card Dead Line October 13th

Popcorn sales are here and can help with fees.  

Sell 15 boxes cover your Scout fee and hit your favorite leader with a pie!!! 

Upcoming events !!!

CHPC Fall Festival     Saturday, October 14th (11 am-3 pm)

Channels Day Hike Saturday, Oct 14th · 8 AM–5 PM

Pumpkin Unload #2    Monday October 16th (5pm)

October 17 Troop Webelos visit night

Trunk or Treat:            Saturday, October 28th (5-6 pm)

Troop elections Tuesday, Nov 7th

Shooting Fair Saturday, Nov 4  at 8:00 AM – Sunday, Nov 5 at 6:00 PM

Nov. 9th Webelos event BIG TIME fun Trinity united Methodist Church 6:30 Start -Set up 6:00 . 

Court of Honor Tuesday, Nov 28 · 7–9 PM (Cut off for recognition on Nov 14)

Winter Camp (Jan. 12-15, 2024) Registration is open. Register here right now and pick your desired classes. See Pages 8 and 9 of the event guide.

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Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48