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Camping at Running Bear (ALKOR), 15-17 February 2019

Our next camping trip is to Camp Running Bear in Monkton, Maryland: 15-17 February.

Meet at the shed at 6:30

• This is a cabin camping trip. Scouts will sleep in UNHEATED cabins. Adults will sleep in a screened in pavilion or tents but need to make arrangements for tents. The cabins can be cold and the bunks may not have mattresses so bring an insulated pad to sleep on and extra blankets if needed to supplement your sleeping bag.
• The adults will cook on this trip and we will eat in a heated dining hall.
• The cost of the trip is $20 for scouts which includes food while in camp.
• This is a good trip to complete some of your PASS requirements.
• The planned activities include a Murder Mystery competition and a movie night.
• Scouts and adults should bring their essential medication, e.g., Epinephrine auto-injectors, inhalers, prescriptions on the camping trip. Scouts should give all of their medications to the adult responsible for medications during the camping trip before leaving on Friday. All medications should be in a resealable bag with directions.
• Dress for the expected weather and bring appropriate clothing and footwear for temperatures around what is predicted.

Patrol Leaders Council (PLC), Thursday, 21 February, 6-7:30 pm in SCHOOL LIBRARY

The next PLC will take place in the SCHOOL LIBRARY before the Troop meeting. Seniors should arrive at 6:00 pm; Patrol Leaders at 6:15. All patrols should be represented by their Patrol Leader or a designated substitute.

Annual Pancake Breakfast, Sunday 3 March 8:00-12:30

Troop 497 Fundraiser & Parish Event!

To increase our success, each Scout family is asked to:

• Sell at least 10 tickets. (Tickets will be distributed at the February Scout Meetings)
• Please turn in ticket money & any unsold tickets by March 1 Scout meeting
• Volunteer at the Pancake Breakfast
• Each Scout & 1 parent per family
• Choose from:
• Set-up March 2 from 6 – 7:30
• Work a shift on March 3
• Sign-up sheets will be available at the February Scout meetings
• Donate bake table item: Whole cakes, pies, individually wrapped cookies or brownies, etc.
• Bring donations to the Multipurpose Room on Saturday between 6 & 7p.m. or on Sunday at 7:30 a.m.
• OR donate $5 for Parents Club to purchase baked goods on your behalf.
• We also need 2-3 people interested in being part of the committee (coordinating Bake Table, etc.) If you are interested in helping, please contact Mary Susan Donhauser

Committee Meeting: Tuesday, 5 March 7:30 PM

All adult leaders and parents are welcome to participate in the Committee Meeting. Committee meetings are generally scheduled for the first Tuesday of each month in the School Library - enter through the lower level doors on the back parking lot. Check the announcements each month for updates or changes.

First Thursday to First Class: 7 March, 6 - 7:30 PM

New Eagle Scout Application and Eagle Scout Project Workbook - Effective 1 February 2019

• If a Scout has not turned in his Eagle Application by February 1, he will need to submit his application on the new Eagle Application. Download the new Eagle Application form.
• For ALL Eagle Service Project proposal workbooks submitted after February 1, 2019 they will have to be on the new workbook form. Download the new Workbook form.
• If previous versions of the Application or Workbook are submitted after Feb 1, Scouts will be told to redo their paperwork in order to get it processed.
• The next Life-to-Eagle Orientation will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, at 7 PM at Havenwood Presbyterian Church, 100 East Ridgely Road, Timonium, 21093.
• The next Eagle Mentor/Coach training session will be held in the same location on Wednesday, April 10 at 7 PM.

Eagle Mom Reception, 28 April 2019 12:30-2:00 PM

2019 Summer Camp - Camp Blackhawk, Owasippe Scout Reservation, Twin Lake, Michigan

Troop 497 will be traveling to Camp Blackhawk at the Owasippe Scout Reservation on the shores of Big Blue Lake in Twin Lake, Michigan for Summer Camp 2019. The Camp has roots and traditions dating back to 1911 while also providing a variety of water sports activities. Camp Blackhawk offers a full spectrum of outdoor programs as well as a generous selection of merit badge programs.

Troop 497 will leave for Camp Blackhawk late in the evening of Thursday July 18th and the Troop will return on the afternoon of Sunday July 28th. More trip specifics, an itinerary of additional sightseeing stops and a detailed packing demonstration will be provided as we get closer to departure date. Please mark your calendars now to attend this exceptional Summer Camp experience.

All Troop 497 Scouts are expected to attend Summer Camp.

The estimated cost for Summer Camp 2019 is $730 per Scout and $400 per Leader (subject to change based upon final transportation costs and activity itinerary).

Summer Camp 2019 Payment Schedule

To reserve spaces, enroll in selected merit badge programs and ensure proper trip planning please confirm your attendance and make deposits to the Troop Treasurer according to the following schedule:

PLEASE NOTE: The Camp assesses an additional late registration fee of $25 per participant for roster additions after April 2019. Please register for Summer Camp prior to April 15th and remain current with this payment schedule to avoid this additional charge.