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October 1, 2024 Announcements:🎃

Administration

Saturday!!!

Emerald Mine /Truck In (Doc Rocks for Geology and Mining in Society merit badges), Leave 7 am Saturday 28th.  

Pumpkin Patch Trailer Unloading / Saturday, Sep 28th 9–10:30 AM at CHPC. Doughnuts and pizza for everyone!! Please come and help many hands make for a quick unload. The church is depending on us for help. 

We have two volunteers from just about every patrol but could really use additional assistance!!!

October 1, 2024 Announcements:

Registration is now open for Winter Camp, $150 per scout. 

           – Class schedule found in 2025 Winter Camp Leaders Guide (scoutingevent.com)

Combined Troop Pilot Program

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

19 Oct The Channels Natural Area Preserve (Day Hike) 

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

This outing requires another adult leader for two-deep leadership.

26 Oct Grin and Merit Troop 48 MB Day (T48.org booking open)

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

There is a marching band competition conflict on this day; however, please sign up now if interested as we’re reconsidering whether to offer some low registration classes..

2024 POPCORN CAMPAIGN

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

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

October Patrol Duties!!! 

• Ceremonies: Panther 

• Food Box: Fox

• Game Guides: Flaming Arrow

• PLC (10/8) Host and troop set-up (each week):  Wolf

• Service: Shark (Clean up and leadership assistance) 

• Can Recycling:  Eagle 

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

Online Renewal Notices

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

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

Annual Troop 48 Fee:

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

CHPC volunteer opportunities

26 Oct, 4:00 PM CHPC Trunk or Treat 

THE PUMPKIN PATCH SALE  September 28 – October 30

BLOOD DRIVE Oct 6

FALL FESTIVAL Oct 12  

Save The Date!

Nov 09-10 – Troop 48 Shooting Fair

Nov 19 – Troop 48 Court of Honor with Eagle Ceremony (11/4 cutoff for awards)

Nov 22-23 – Fall Carnival and Sleepover

Nov 23 – Warriors Path State Park Conservation

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

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

Fundraising for NYC Trip: See Mrs. White to support a scout by buying a Krispy Kreme Card. See Mr. Browning to order or get an order form for Smoked Pork (distributed on Sat. 10/19) and/or freeze-dried candy/fruit.

September 24, 2024 Announcements:

Administration

September 24, 2024 Announcements:

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

Combined Troop Pilot Program

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

2024 POPCORN CAMPAIGN

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

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

September Meeting Focus

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

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

Pumpkin Patch Trailer Unloading

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

September Patrol Duties!!! 

• Ceremonies: Fox 

• Food Box: Flaming Arrow 

• Game Guides: Wolf 

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

• Service: Eagle (Clean up and leadership assistance) 

• Can Recycling:  Phoenix 

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

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

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

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

Online Renewal Notices

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

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

Annual Troop 48 Fee:

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

19 Oct The Channels Natural Area Preserve (Day Hike) 

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

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

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

26 Oct, 4:00 PM CHPC Trunk or Treat

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

THE PUMPKIN PATCH SALE  September 28 – October 30

BLOOD DRIVE Oct 6

FALL FESTIVAL Oct 12  

TRUNK OR TREAT Oct 26

Save The Date!

Nov 09-10 – Troop 48 Shooting Fair

Nov 19 – Troop 48 Court of Honor with Eagle Ceremony

Nov 22-23 – Fall Carnival and Sleepover

Nov 23 – Warriors Path State Park Conservation

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

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

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

September 17, 2024 Announcements

Administration

This Weekend:  

Navitat Canopy Adventure 

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

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

Return to CHPC by 3:00 PM

September 17, 2024 Announcements:

2024 POPCORN CAMPAIGN

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

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

September Meeting Focus

17th Emergency Drill​

24th  Emerald Mine planning

September Patrol Duties!!! 

• Ceremonies: Fox 

• Food Box: Flaming Arrow 

• Game Guides: Wolf 

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

• Service: Eagle (Clean up and leadership assistance) 

• Can Recycling:  Phoenix 

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

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

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

Online Renewal Notices

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

Annual Troop 48 Fee:

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

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

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

19 Oct The Channels Natural Area Preserve (Day Hike) 

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

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

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

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

All are invited to join CHPC events :  

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

October 26 4:00 PM for Trunk or Treat 

OA Fall Fellowship: September 20th – 22nd 

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

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

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

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

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

Dick Tracy Rock 2024 Trip Report

Trip Reports

Trip:                 Dick Tracy Rock 2024

Date:                August 9 – 11, 2024

Author:            Cristian Baca

History:

Dick Tracy Rock is a privately owned island (when the lake is up) about 3 miles from Camp Davy Crockett on Cherokee Lake.  Troop 48 has been going there for many years with permission from the owners. Since there are no facilities on the island, everything has to be transported by boat from Camp Davy Crockett.  It is said that the rock formation on the island resembles a famous detective comic strip character, Dick Tracy, but I’ve never been able to see the resemblance. 

Dick Tracy

Experience:

Those who were at least 14 and First Class rank went down on Friday night for water skiing, canoeing, swimming with life jackets and shoes.  The rest of the attendees went down on Saturday to experience the same activities.  We did back-pack tent or hammock style camping.  All gear had to be in backpacks and packed so as to stay as dry as possible if the boat overturned. It took a couple of hours to get from Camp Davy Crockett to DTR.  We had an awesome time on the water – the sun was hot so glad we brought lots of sunscreen and patrol water jugs.  We had a Troop 48 church service on Sunday before we headed home – tired but happy from a weekend on the lake.

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Grayson Highlands 2024 Truck-in and Backpack

Trip Reports

Trip:                 Grayson Highlands Truck-in and Backpacking

Date:                August 24 – 25, 2024

Author:            Cristian Baca

History:

Grayson Highlands State Park is located in Grayson Country, Virginia, and is adjacent to Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and lies within the Jefferson National Forest.  The park contains a total of 4,502 acres. Originally named Mount Rogers State Park, the park was established in 1965. Many areas in the park are named after early settlers. Massie Gap takes its name from Lee Massey, who lived in the gap with his wife and five children in the late 1800s and early 1900s. At that time, the present park area was thinly settled by people who managed to live off the land. They made, grew or gathered most of their necessities. Wilburn Ridge is named after the famed hunter Wilburn Waters. His reputation as a bear hunter and wolf trapper made him renowned throughout the region.

In the 1950s, the American chestnut blight arrived and killed the most predominant tree in these mountains. The massive logging that followed created more openings, changed the soil composition, and resulted in the many balds of Grayson Highlands.

In the 1950s, Bill Pugh began breeding an equine called the Virginia Highlander, a small horse that was more suited for the cold winters and mountainous terrain. When the park was established, the ponies remained as both the U.S. Forest Service and Virginia State Parks wanted to maintain the balds by allowing grazing. These “wild” ponies are one of the main attractions at Grayson Highlands. Visitors are discouraged from interacting with the ponies because it may cause them to lose the essential wildness that keeps it ever alert for predators. The park has a considerable coyote population, and they can easily kill a newborn foal,

Experience:

We had both truck-in and backpacking (2 groups) events.  Friday night saw 2 backpackers do 5 miles on Friday before meeting up with the Saturday backpackers who did 6 miles on Saturday and 4 on Sunday.  Truck-in campers hiked 6.2 miles on Saturday and 3.5 miles on Sunday.  Truck-in crew camped in the Hickory Ridge Campground.  Backpackers camped west of the Third Peak in the Scales area.  Blueberry picking and wild pony sightings and beautiful scenery were experienced by both groups.  The backpackers, however, had a special experience when a couple of the wild cows decided we were too close to them and chased us away.  It was like the ““running of the bulls” Appalachian style J.

The backpacking trail was rated moderate difficulty – it was challenging but fun for some of us and should definitely not be your first backpacking trip.  Saturday night the backpacking crew also heard coyotes and was a little concerning to some of us.  Also it was a reminder of why we shouldn’t let the ponies become too used to us. 

References:

https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/grayson-highlands#other_info

https://www.smliv.com/the-ponies-of-grayson-highlands-state-park

September 10, 2024 Announcements: 2024 POPCORN‬ CAMPAIGN‬/ Online Renewal Notices information

Patrol outing

This Weekend:  

Warriors Path State Park Conservation (Sept 7  10AM – Noon) 

(no booking, just show up at Duck Island parking lot)  Olivia H. will provide leadership and sign-in sheet for trash pick-up in the park.  

September 10, 2024 Announcements:

2024 POPCORN‬ CAMPAIGN‬

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

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

September Meeting Focus

10th PLC – 6:30 / LC game night

17th Emergency Drill

24th  Emerald Mine planning

September Patrol Duties!!! 

• Ceremonies: Fox 

• Food Box: Flaming Arrow 

• Game Guides: Wolf 

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

• Service: Eagle (Clean up and leadership assistance) 

• Can Recycling:  Phoenix 

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

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

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

Online Renewal Notices

Most of Troop 48 leaders and scouts have a 31 Oct recharter deadline. Starting this year, an electronic system will be used for payments to BSA. Please check your inbox and/or spam folder for an email with a link to renew online.  The cost per scout for National and Council fees is $135, and $100 for adults. This includes the cost of insurance. There will be a 30-day lapse period beyond your anniversary date, after which, you will be dropped from the Troop Roster. 

Annual Troop 48 Fee:

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

Youth Protection Training is needed for  the following members :

PLEASE repeat the YPT before rechartering:

First_NameMiddle_NameLast_NameEffective_Through
MeganElaineBrandby8/17/2024
JosephScottSmith8/24/2024
JoshuaJenningsWhite9/7/2024
TonyaLawrence9/9/2024
BrandonHeathGayheart9/19/2024
LannyCalvinTreece9/25/2024
AmyRebekahTaylor9/28/2024
DanielBurtsCompton9/30/2024
MichaelKennethBrandby10/1/2024
RobertEllisWicker10/2/2024
SummerLasheaFox10/3/2024
JosephAllenFox10/4/2024
BrianNormanShone10/4/2024
DerekJamesDepew10/10/2024
NellGHarr10/11/2024
LauraLeighWatts10/14/2024
StephenRobertBemrich10/18/2024
JeffreyTedTaylor10/18/2024

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Sign up on T48.org:  

14 Sept Navitat Canopy Adventure 

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

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

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

19 Oct The Channels Natural Area Preserve (Day Hike) 

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

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

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

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

All are invited to join CHPC events :  

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

October 26 4:00 PM for Trunk or Treat 

OA Fall Fellowship: September 20th – 22nd 

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

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

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

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

Fundraising for NYC Trip: See Mrs. White to support a scout by buying Krispy Kreme Card.

Julieann White

ScoutMasterT48@gmail.com

Scoutmaster Troop 48

Registration Reminder

Patrol outing

Reminder Troop its time 

Upcoming online renewal process. Email reminders should be going out 60-days before scours anniversary date, most being Oct. 31. We Ask that youcheck for the email and respond quickly, also checking your spam folders. Those who fail to renew within 30 days of their anniversary date will be dropped from the roster.

Note :

Finally, the Sept. 5th Roundtable will include a workshop on the online renewal process with live examples. As always, you may contact your unit commissioner at any time for help on renewal or other issues.

All registered leadership are welcome to attend

Jerry Browning

Boone Trail District Commissioner will be going over registration 
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