July 11, 23 announcements

This weekend: 

Cherokee NC Truck In (Friday, Jun 7 at 5:00 PM – Sunday, Jun 9 at 4:30 PM)

Truck In camping at a beautiful mountain campground. Visit museums, possibly earn Indian Lore merit badge, see the famous “Unto These Hills” outdoor drama.

https://t48.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Cherokee-NC-2024-Trip-Sheet.pdf

June 11, 2024 Troop 48 Announcements: 

PLC 6:30 

Patrol Duty!!! Rotation for June (and updated on T48.org)

• Ceremonies:  Shark
• Food Box:  Eagle 
• Game Guides:  Phoenix (pick something besides basketball)
• PLC Host and troop meeting set-up:  Panther (6:00pm for the 11th) 
• Service:  Fox (Clean up meeting and leadership assistance) 
• Can Recycling:  Flaming Arrow 
• Grounds:  Wolf (Former West Bank which Venturing Crew is handling. Duties are now on Tuesday nights 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.) 

Tuesday troop meeting planning for June

11  PLC / QM team transition from Cherokee NC truck-in to CDC Summer Camp

18  For scouts not at camp, a few adult leaders will be at CHPC to focus on advancement

25  Sullivan Heights Middle School ballfield

Summer Camp (June 16-22) Assemble @ CHPC: 11:30 AM June 16, 2024 Sunday

Physical forms, including Part C, are due!!!!! Bring them in to Ms. Taylor ASAP.

Seth, Mr. Barbee, Katie, Robbie, Aiden B, Noah D, Jackson, Liam, Mr. Hens, Lucas, Mrs.Huggins, Cole, Griffin, Riley K, Mr. Larkin, Peyton, Kinley, Daniel, Aiden M, Mr Monk, Adam , Christopher P, and Grant 

Express Care 444 Clinchfield street suite 202 has $30 walk in sports physical 

Check the Brother’s Closet for extra scouting uniform parts, t-shirts, and hiking boots

Please help!!! We need snack donations for the week of camp !!!!

We would like to put out healthy snacks throughout the day.  Our busy scouts need a little bit more than camp dining. 

Contrary to last week’s announcement, we will not be able to have a family Father’s Day celebration as the timeline is just not going to work this year. 

Ballfield Night (June 25)

When we return from camp, Troop 48 will have the traditional kickball night at the Sullivan Heights Middle School (former South HS) front ballfield.  Park in the lots or in front of the building but not along the main entrance road.  Rain plans are a regular troop meeting at CHPC. 

Goodwill opportunity:

We are hosting Troop 1 (girl troop from Mississippi) on Saturday, June 29 and Saturday, July 7. They need accommodations for one night in each direction for 7 adults (4 female and 3 male) plus 9 female scouts. Troop 48 will provide breakfast and some treats.

Hungry Mother SP swimming adventure (12-14 July) 

T48.org registration is now open. Truck-in camping in group site for up to 20 members, no vehicles (park in nearby lot) and/or individual campsites for up to 6 members and 2 vehicles. If fishing, a VA license is required for those over 16 yrs (Online: www.gooutdoorsvirginia.com or by Phone (804) 367-1000 during regular business hours). Lake rental equipment includes canoes, kayaks, fishing kayaks, paddleboards, paddleboats and hydrobikes. Note: All food/beverages must be stored in an approved bear-proof container, your locked vehicle or hard-sided camper at all times unless being eaten, prepared, or transported. Plan your menus accordingly. 

Troop 48 Fun Summertime Bash (Tuesday, July 16) Please Sign Up Now!! We need a good head count ahead of time to order the correct amount of the main entree. Families, please sign up to bring a side dish, or supplies.

Eastman Shelter 28, 30, and Amphitheater – 4 to 10 PM (feast at 7 PM)

Plan ahead and invite your family friends and alumni scouters!!

Fun, Fellowship, Food, Games, Music, Inspiration – Let’s Parrrteee

If you have nice Nic-Nacs, Gift Cards, Household Items, Furniture, etc. that you no longer need or have room for, consider donating them for a Silent Auction at the Bash. FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR THE TROOP 48 NEW YORK CITY TRIP IN DECEMBER

Crazy 8 Race (July 20) 

We Run Events will once again be host to the USA 8K National Championship.

The USA Track & Field sanctions a circuit of national championships for different road race distances across the country.  The top USA runners travel to these premier events with the hopes of being named the national champion at that distance.  The Crazy 8s 8K has been approved by USA Track & Field to host the 8K championships for 2022 – 2025 and will be added to the USATF Running Circuit. 

Barking Lot – Handing out Medals 

Assembling medals 

Running /Walking 

Hold the date:

9-11 August Dick Tracy Rock 

24-25 August Backpack / Truck-In at Grayson Highlands 

14 September Navitat Canopy Adventure 

27-29 September Emerald Mine /Truck In 

NEW YORK RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR 

More seats to get registered ! Pay $100 deposit to Mr. Browning.

We have started fundraising!! Support a scout if you would like to buy a Krispy Kreme card or little Caesar pizza kit see Julieann White. We have multiple amazing fundraisers coming your way, things that you will both enjoy doing and participating in while bringing down the fee for this amazing adventure.

Pork Butt Fundraiser happening now:

Please talk to family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, etc. and order Pork Butts for the fundraiser. Order more than one and freeze it for future BBQ feasts. Butts to be available by Saturday morning, July 6th. Get order forms from the event calendar for the trip.

December 27 – 30, 2024

See New York City decorated for Christmas!! 

Final Payment is due by Nov. 27th, 2024. PRICE PER PERSON: Quad room split $1,410