This weekend May 9-11 Boone Trail Camporee at Tipton Haynes State Historic Site. Council registration is Open. This outing is not being coordinated through T48.org. $20 fee plus food. Registration closes May 7.
May 13, 2025 Announcements
Backpacking the Appalachian Trail thru-hike show by Brian
Congratulations to Christopher Preshong, our new Troop 48 Senior Patrol Leader, and all our new patrol leadership.
For the patrol who did not have sufficient members present to hold an election, make an effort to call and encourage attendance to complete your patrol election at the next troop meeting.
Uniform expectations flip to Class B until the Fall elections
Troop 48 changes from formal (Class A) to casual (Class B), thus until early November any scouting or troop-themed shirt with official green scout pants and socks is official for troop meetings. Boards of Review still require Class A uniform – as will the August Eagle Court of Honor.
Orders for new black long-sleeve zip-up and pullover lightweight long-sleeve hoodie are being taken now.
Medical Forms: Parts A,B, and C are mandatory for trips to Cumberland Island and Sumer Camp. Note that Part C must be signed by a medical professional. Forms can be downloaded here. Make sure to download the “Camping” form.
Trip fees!!
Please check with Mr. Browning regarding your scout account balance. It should be zero or positive before the next trip – and Board of Review.
Cumberland Island’s full payment due. It is not too late to sign up. One slot is still open for this fantastic opportunity. (One at Sea Base, one backpacking.)
NASA final payment due now. You should have received an email forwarded by Mr. Browning from NASA Space Camp. A parent has to go online (use the link in the email) to register your scout(s) and yourself if applicable. Please do this task ASAP. (3 open spots)
Summer Camp – All payments are now due. Cancellation will now incur a significant penalty. Also register on T48.org. This information is needed to select a housing choice (default is cabin) and prepare a transportation plan. An introduction meeting for new scouts/parents will be held on June 10th, including what to pack!
May patrol duties
• Ceremonies: Shark • Food Box: Eagle • Game Guides: Phoenix • PLC Host and Troop Meeting Set-up: Panther • Service: Fox (Clean up and leadership assistance) • Can Recycling: Flaming Arrow (check every week, even if no cans brought into the gym) • Grounds: Wolf Both of these latter two duties should be done while there is still daylight
May planning:
13 Backpack Appalachian Trail thru-hike show by Brian
If weather allows, repeat fitness testing to complete Tenderfoot requirement
20 Cumberland Island planning
27 (Cumberland Island trip) The smaller group will meet in Jones Building as gym not available
Summer Camp, and Cumberland Island require current health forms with physical.
NASA Space Camp and all outings and campouts require current health forms, Parts A and B.
WounderWorks in Pigeon Forge is having scout appreciation days on May 10th & 11th, and May 17th & 18th. Only $13.99 plus tax per person. Valid for registered scouts wearing a vest or sash and up to 4 additional guests. No reservations are required.
May 16-18 OA Spring Induction – Camp Davy Crockett – Sign up on council website
JOHNSON CITY MERIT BADGE SATURDAYS!!
5/24 9 am – Noon Personal Fitness*
5/30-31 Church Yard Sale. Donations of good quality items may be dropped off at the church starting May 21. Please no clothes, shoes, or broken items. Money raised will support replacing kitchen equipment. Volunteers will be needed to set up sorting and at sale.
6/7 Warriors Path Conservation Project. Flyers should be available at troop meetings.
The First Class orienteering course requirement may also be offered.
Mischa Mokwa has been moved to June 27-29. All reservations and T48.org are updated. This event was requested to be moved due the heavy schedule in May (May is busy with prom, graduation and something EVERY WEEKEND.). Save the new date and get signed up!
National Jamboree 2026, July 22-31, 2026. Ten fun days at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia with thousands of other scouts. $1,560 per person fee plus council costs. Look for registration on the Sequoyah Council website soon. First payment is due in May 2025.
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