Congratulations to Easton Keeton, Troop 48 Eagle Scout Number 178
Easton completed his Eagle BOR on 03/28/2023
Patrol Announcements 3/28/23
March 28, 2023
Patrol Announcements
Order of Arrow Election – please let’s try for 100% attendance!!
We hope everyone enjoyed the Great Escape last week!!
We covered lots of first-year skills!! Get your book signed!!!
For those working on Tenderfoot, please note that a new requirement 5d not in your scout handbook is Explain why it is important to hike on trails or other durable surfaces, and give examples of durable surfaces you saw on your outing. Which is going to be rock, sand, gravel, and maybe compacted dirt.
Advanced Planning!!! Mr. Overton will be available and offering Moviemaking MB end of March
March: Duty Rotation Note:-April
Ceremonies: Panther -Phoenix
Food Box: Fox -Panther
Game Guides: Flaming Arrow -Fox
PLC: Wolf – Flaming Arrow
Service: Eagle – including Al can recycling project-Wolf
West Bank: Phoenix -Eagle
Reminder: If you are sick, stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. RSV, FLU, COVID and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)
In the game room, Mr. Overton will be finishing up Chess MB.
Please control the noise level in these areas.
All who are working on Physical Fitness merit badge, please see Mr.Keeton
Scout fundraising cards – See Mr. Monk ! Storefront dates available in March.
June 18-24 2023 Summer Camp. $330 each (including $10 transportation) for scouts and $114 for adults is DUE TONIGHT – please pay Mr. Browning. Class registration and changes are handled by Mr. Hasler. Also register on T48.org to indicate preference for cabin or tent.
APRIL PLANS: registration is open !!!!!
Apr 01 – Day Hike at Mount Mitchell State Park
Apr 04 – Cutoff for recognition to be presented at April Troop 48 Eagle Court of Honor
Apr 14-16 – 2023 Backbone Rock Climbing & Rappelling // Creeper Trail
Apr 18 – Troop 48 Court of Honor
Apr 22 – Appalachian Trail Day Hike
Note:
April 14-16 – 2023 Webelos Woods
Troop 48 Troop Scouts and Guides please note the April Webelos wood, unfortunately, has been rescheduled for a Saturday / Sunday conflicting with our pre-scheduled Backbone Rock trip.
WE WILL NOT BE ATTENDING AS A TROOP-
However, if you are not planning on attending Backbone Rock let Julieann White know if you have availability to attend Webelos Woods
Backbone Rock is a truck-in ( with optional backing in ) to camp at Backbone Rock Campground AND VA Creeper Trail biking Sunday departing from Damascus, VA).
Most of Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be spent rappelling and maybe rock climbing. Beginners are welcome; we will have a “prep school” 10-ft high course plus the usual 40-ft descent and others depending upon our resources.
A nice stream and rapids beside the campground are added attractions for fishing. We will be participating in games and we will enjoy camp stories, jokes, and songs.
Again If you can not attend Backbone Rock let Julieann White know if you have an interest in going to CDC for Webelos Woods-
If any questions about the Troop 48 programs, contact Scoutmaster Julieann White–
Julieann White
Scoutmaster Troop 48
March 21, 2023
Patrol Announcements
March 19, 2023, Scout Sunday please arrive at 9:45 this is a Class A event. Ushers and Liturgical please arrive at 9:25
March 21, 2023
Patrol Announcements
Game time Amazing Race Troop 48
We Hope Everyone Enjoyed Advancement night!
If you worked on advancement and forgot your book, remember to bring it next Tuesday. Note we plan on doing nights like this in the future. Thank you to all the volunteers for helping out!
For those working on Tenderfoot, please note that a new requirement 5d not in your scout handbook is explaining why hiking on trails or other durable surfaces is important, and give examples of durable surfaces you saw on your outing. Which is going to be rock, sand, gravel, and maybe compacted dirt.
Advanced Planning!!! Mr. Overton will be available and offering Moviemaking MB end of March
March: Duty Rotation
Ceremonies: Panther
Food Box: Fox
Game Guides: Flaming Arrow
PLC: Wolf
Service: Eagle – including Al can recycling project
West Bank: Phoenix
Reminder: If you are sick, stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. RSV, FLU, COVID, and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)
In the game room, Mr. Overton will be finishing up Chess MB.
Please control the noise level in these areas.
All who are working on the Physical Fitness merit badge, please see Mr.Keeton
Scout fundraising cards – See Mr. Monk! Storefront dates are available in March.
June 18-24 2023 Summer Camp. $330 each (including $10 transportation) for scouts and $114 for adults is NOW PAST DUE – please pay Mr. Browning. Class registration is handled by Mr. Hasler. Also, register on T48.org to indicate your preference for a cabin or tent.
MARCH PLANS:
21 Escape Room
28 OA Election
APRIL PLANS: Registration is open
Apr 01 – Day Hike at Mount Mitchell State Park
Apr 04 – Cutoff for recognition to be presented at April Troop 48 Eagle Court of Honor
Apr 14-16 – 2023 Backbone Rock Climbing & Rappelling // Creeper Trail
Apr 18 – Troop 48 Court of Honor
Apr 22 – Appalachian Trail Day Hike
Note:
April 14-16 – 2023 Webelos Woods
Troop 48 Troop Scouts and Guides please note the April Webelos wood, unfortunately, has been rescheduled for a Saturday / Sunday conflicting with our pre-scheduled Backbone Rock trip.
WE WILL NOT BE ATTENDING AS A TROOP-
However, if you are not planning on attending Backbone Rock let Julieann White know if you have availability to attend Webelos Woods
Backbone Rock is a truck-in ( with optional backing in ) to camp at Backbone Rock Campground AND VA Creeper Trail biking Sunday departing from Damascus, VA).
Most of Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be spent rappelling and maybe rock climbing. Beginners are welcome; we will have a “prep school” 10-ft high course plus the usual 40-ft descent and others depending upon our resources.
A nice stream and rapids beside the campground are added attractions for fishing. We will participate in games and enjoy camp stories, jokes, and songs.
Again If you can not attend Backbone rock let Julieann White know if you have an interest in going to CDC for Webelos Woods-
If any questions about the Troop 48 programs, contact Scoutmaster Julieann White–
Julieann White
Scoutmaster Troop 48
March 14, patrol checklist
March 14, 2023
Patrol Announcements
Congratulations
Ray Conley being presented with the Second-century society recognition
MARCH,14 PLC 6:30 please have 1 representative from every patrol
MBU and advisement work Mr. White will be doing Task 7c BSA Second Class Drug Alcohol and Nicotine –
Advanced Planning!!! Mr. Overton will be available and offering Moviemaking MB end of March
SCOUT SUNDAY 19th: This is a day to show our appreciation to colonial heights presbyterian church, PLEASE TRY AND ATTEND
February: Duty Rotation
Ceremonies: Panther
Food Box: Fox
Game Guides: Flaming Arrow PLC: Wolf
Service: Eagle – including Al can recycling project
West Bank: Phoenix
Reminder: If you are sick, stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. RSV, FLU, COVID, and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)
In the coffee shop, Mr. Garrett continues to offer Cycling MB,
In the game room, Mr. Overton will be finishing up Chess MB.
Please control the noise level in these areas.
All who are working on
Physical Fitness merit badge, please see Mr.Keeton
Scout fundraising cards – See
Mr. Monk! Storefront dates are available in March.
June 18-24 2023 Summer Camp. The first of two payments ($160 each for scouts and $57 for adults) ARE NOW DUE to Mr. Browning. Class registration is handled by Mr. Hasler, noting that some classes are now being filled so sign up soon to get your choices Note added $10 transportation fee to Summer Camp. Two payments of $160 plus $10 for transportation, all due by the end of March.
MARCH PLANS:
14 PLC /MBU clean up
19 SCOUT SUNDAY
21 Escape Room
28 OA Election
APRIL PLANS:
Apr 01 – Day Hike at Mount Mitchell State Park
Apr 14-16 – 2023 Backbone Rock Climbing & Rappelling // Creeper Trail
(Option) Apr 14-16 2023
Webelos Woods
Apr 18 – Troop 48 Court of Honor
Apr 22 – Appalachian Trail Day Hike
Note:
April 14-16 – 2023 Webelos Woods
Troop 48 Troop Scouts and Guides please note the April Webelos wood, unfortunately, has been rescheduled for a Saturday / Sunday conflicting with our pre-scheduled Backbone Rock trip.
WE WILL NOT BE ATTENDING AS A TROOP-
However, if you are not planning on attending Backbone Rock let Julieann White know if you have availability to attend Webelos Woods
Backbone Rock is a truck-in ( with optional backing in ) to camp at Backbone Rock Campground AND VA Creeper Trail biking Sunday departing from Damascus, VA).
Most of Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be spent rappelling and maybe rock climbing. Beginners are welcome; we will have a “prep school” 10-ft high course plus the usual 40-ft descent and others depending upon our resources.
A nice stream and rapids beside the campground are added attractions for fishing. We will participate in gan ames and enjoy camp stories, jokes, and songs.
Again If you can not attend Backbone rock let Julieann White know if you have interest in going to CDC for Webelos Woods-
If any questions about the Troop 48 programs, contact Scoutmaster Julieann White
—
Julieann White
Scoutmaster Troop 48
Operation Ramp It Up Christopher Howard
Chris Howard, a former scouter with Troop 48, needs some help. Due to his Multiple Sclerosis and mobility issues, an organization known as “Operation Ramp it Up” is planning to build a wheel chair ramp at his house. They are soliciting donations to help with the cost. Please donate money to assist if you can.
Donate Here
See below for more information.
March7, 2023, Patrol Announcements
March 7, 2023, Patrol Announcements
MARCH 7 GAME NIGHT !!!!
Advanced Planning!!! Mr. Overton will be available and offering Moviemaking MB end of March
February: Duty Rotation
Ceremonies: Panther
Food Box: Fox
Game Guides: Flaming Arrow
PLC: Wolf
Service: Eagle – including Al can recycling project
West Bank: Phoenix
Service Patrol contact
Jacob Dunnivant jaspermwduncan@gmail.com
If you would like to help with / /
Flaming Arrow Firewood delivery this month: March 11th at 8:30 am.
This will be the last one for this season. Meet at the woodlot
1379 Bloomingdale Pike
Reminder: If you are sick, stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. RSV, FLU, COVID, and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)
In the coffee shop, Mr. Garrett continues to offer Cycling MB,
In the game room, Mr. Overton will be finishing up Chess MB.
Please control the noise level in these areas.
All who are working on
Physical Fitness merit badge, please see Mr.Keeton
Scout fundraising cards – See
Mr. Monk! Storefront dates are available in March.
June 18-24 2023 Summer Camp. The first of two payments ($160 each for scouts and $57 for adults) ARE NOW DUE to Mr. Browning. Class registration is handled by Mr. Hasler, noting that some classes are now being filled so sign up soon to get your choices Note added $10 transportation fee to Summer Camp. Two payments of $160 plus $10 for transportation, all due by the end of March.
MARCH PLANS:
14 PLC /MBU clean up
19 SCOUT SUNDAY
21 Escape Room
28 OA Election
APRIL PLANS:
Apr 01 – Day Hike at Mount Mitchell State Park
Apr 14-16 – 2023 Backbone Rock Climbing & Rappelling // Creeper Trail
(Option) Apr 14-16 2023
Webelos Woods
Apr 18 – Troop 48 Court of Honor
Apr 22 – Appalachian Trail Day Hike
Note:
April 14-16 – 2023 Webelos Woods
Troop 48 Troop Scouts and Guides please note the April Webelos wood, unfortunately, has been rescheduled for a Saturday / Sunday conflicting with our pre-scheduled Backbone Rock trip.
WE WILL NOT BE ATTENDING AS A TROOP-
However, if you are not planning on attending Backbone Rock let Julieann White know if you have availability to attend Webelos Woods
Backbone Rock is a truck-in ( with optional backing in ) to camp at Backbone Rock Campground AND VA Creeper Trail biking Sunday departing from Damascus, VA).
Most of Saturday and Sunday afternoons will be spent rappelling and maybe rock climbing. Beginners are welcome; we will have a “prep school” 10-ft high course plus the usual 40-ft descent and others depending upon our resources.
A nice stream and rapids beside the campground are added attractions for fishing. We will be participating in games and we will enjoy camp stories, jokes, and songs.
Again If you can not attend Backbone rock let Julieann White know if you have an interest in going to CDC for Webelos Woods-
If any questions about the Troop 48 programs, contact Scoutmaster Julieann White–
Julieann White
Scoutmaster Troop 48
February 28 Troop 48 Patrol check list
February 28 Announcements
Start meeting in the Jones building then move to the gym at 7:30
February 28 Movie-making – The guest speaker is Mr. Chris Wilson, a 2004 Eagle Scout from T48 who has worked on many famous movies. Calendar link for more background.
Advanced Planning!!! Mr. Overton will be available and offering Moviemaking MB in March
February: Duty Rotation
Ceremonies: Fox Food Box: Flaming Arrow
Game Guides: Wolf PLC: Eagle
Service: Phoenix – including Al can recycling project West Bank: Panther
Reminder: If you are sick, stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. RSV, FLU, COVID, and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)
In the coffee shop, Mr. Garrett continues to offer Cycling MB,
In the game room, Mr. Overton will be finishing up Chess MB.
Please control the noise level in these areas.
All who would like to do the Physical Fitness merit badge, please see Mr.Keeton
Scout fundraising cards – See Mr. Monk! Storefront dates are available in March.
MBU (Northeast State) March 4: Last opportunity to sign!
Please Do NOT register on the council website as the council wants us to register as a Troop.
Sign-up information is posted on T48.org. Mr. Hasler is handling class choices. All are elective (no Eagle required). Note that popular ones are filling up quickly. Pay Mr. Browning as Troop 48 is having to pay the council quickly to hold the class registrations. The cutoff is the 2/28 troop meeting.
Advance Planning:
Moviemaking MB in March
7 Game Night 14 PLC /MBU clean up 21 Escape Room 28 OA Election
June 18-24 2023 Summer Camp.
The first of two payments ($160 each for scouts and $57 for adults) ARE NOW DUE to Mr. Browning. Class registration is handled by Mr. Hasler, noting that some classes are now being filled so sign up soon to get your choices.
If any questions about the Troop 48 programs, contact Scoutmaster Julieann White
February 21, 23 Patrol Check List
February 21 Announcements
February 21 Snow ski talk
February 18-19 Klondike Derby scout skills competition !!!!
February: Duty Rotation
Ceremonies: Fox
Food Box: Flaming Arrow
Game Guides: Wolf
PLC: Eagle
Service: Phoenix
West Bank: Panther
Reminder: If you are sick, stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. RSV, FLU, COVID, and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)
In the Cafe, Mr. Garrett continues to offer Cycling MB and Mr. Overton Chess MB. Please control the noise level in this area.
All who would like to do Physical Fitness Merit Badge, please see Mr.Keeton to sign up
February 28 Movie-making – The guest speaker is Mr. Chris Wilson, a 2004 Eagle Scout from T48 who has worked on many famous movies. Calendar link for more background.
Advanced Planning!!! Mr. Overton will be available and offering Movie making MB in March
Scout fundraising cards – See Mr. Monk!
MBU (Northeast State) March 4: Get signed up
Please Do NOT register on the council website as the council wants us to register as a Troop.
Sign-up information is posted on T48.org. Mr. Hasler is handling class choices. All are elective (no Eagle required). Note that popular ones are filling up quickly. Pay Mr. Browning as Troop 48 is having to pay the council quickly to hold the class registrations. The cutoff is the 2/28 troop meeting.
June 18-24 2023 Summer Camp.
The first of two payments ($160 each for scouts and $57 for adults) ARE NOW DUE to Mr. Browning. Class registration is handled by Mr. Hasler, noting that some classes are now being filled so sign up soon to get your choices.
If any questions about the Troop 48 programs, contact Scoutmaster Julieann White
February 14, 2023 Troop 48 Checklist
February 14, 2023 Troop 48 Checklist
PLC
6:30 Happy Valentines Day
Reminder: If you are sick, stay home! If you have been exposed to sickness but feel well wear a mask. RSV, FLU, COVID, and pneumonia season!! Let’s keep the Troop members healthy:)
TROOP 48 BSA – SNOW POLICY line – Check T48.org
February: Duty Rotation
Ceremonies: Fox
Food Box: Flaming Arrow
Game Guides: Wolf
PLC: Eagle
Service: Phoenix
West Bank: Panther
Mr. Overton’s Chess workshop is available for MB.
In late February, the troop will begin the Physical Fitness Merit Badge and Moviemaking
Sign up on T48.org!!!!
February 18-19 Klondike Derby scout skills competition, get practice in and get signed up !!!
Pay $8 for food to Mr. Browning tonight
February 21 Snow ski talk, MBU info
February 25 Snow Skiing Appalachian Ski Mountain
February 28 Movie-making – The guest speaker is Mr. Chris Wilson, a 2004 Eagle Scout from T48 who has worked on many famous movies. Calendar link for more background.
June 18-24 2023 Summer Camp.
The first of two payments of $160 each for scouts and $57 for adults are now due in February to Mr. Browning. Class registration is handled by Mr. Hasler, noting that some classes are now being filled so sign up soon to get your choices.
If any questions about the Troop 48 programs, contact Scoutmaster Julieann White
MBU (Northeast State) March 4: Get signed up
Please Do NOT register on the council website as the council wants us to register as a Troop.
Registration is now open for Merit Badge University. Sign-up information is posted on T48.org.
Mr. Hasler is handling class choices from below. All are elective (no Eagle required). Note that popular ones are filling up quickly. Pay Mr. Browning as the troop is having to pay the council quickly to hold the class registrations.
Assemble at CHPC by 7:30 am for travel to NE State. Classes begin at 9:00 am. Lunch will be provided to all registered attendees. Classes finish at 4:00 pm and we hope to be back at CHPC by 5:30 pm. We are needing parents to provide transportation
Adult University of Scouting – $25 Lunch and two classes
For Adult Leaders or those who want to become leaders.
- Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Specific Training
- Commissioner Basic Training
- Youth Protection, Hazardous Weather, and other online training opportunities
Adults (Non-Participating) $10 – MBU Patch and Lunch
Youth – $25 – Patch, Lunch, and two classes
- American Business
- Aviation – CLASS IS FULL
- Crime Prevention – CLASS IS FULL
- Den Chief Training < All day class, Min rank First Class
- Digital Technology < All day class
- Disabilities Awareness
- Drafting < All day class, Min age 13
- Health Care Professions
- Law
- Nature < All day class
- Public Health < Just afternoon
- Scholarship < Just morning
- Surveying
- Theater < All day class
- Traffic Safety < Just afternoon
- Truck Transportation
- Weather < Just afternoon
- Welding < Min age 13 – Morning and Afternoon CLASSES ARE FULL
Please if you would like to email
Mr. Hasler with your class selection sooner, remaining to copy another adult leader
Attention: Scout Card Storefront Locations
Time Slots Reserved for Troop 48 Participants. Contact Mr. Monk to reserve a spot.
Store 605 N. Eastman Road, Kingsport, TN – Friday 3/17 – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Store 605 N. Eastman Road, Kingsport, TN – Friday 3/23 – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Store 2591 3100 E Stone Drive, Kingsport, TN – Thursday 3/23 – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Store 2591 3100 E Stone Drive, Kingsport, TN – Thursday 3/29 – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Store 382, 200 N Eastman Road, Kingsport, TN – Monday 3/20 – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Store 382, 200 N Eastman Road, Kingsport, TN – Monday 3/27 – 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM