Troop 12 Framingham: September 2011

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Monday 9/26 Meeting at Nobscot Scout Reservation- 7:00 PM

Next Monday's meeting, 9/26, will be held at Nobscot Scout Reservation at 7:00 PM. We will be practicing fire building. Plus reviewing our rain gear's capabilities. Scouts and parents are to meet in the inner Nobscot Parking lot. Ware your class B shirt. (if you do not have one wear a t shirt and grubby pants), full rain gear plus bring a flash light & water bottle.

The Plan. Hike into Peobody camp site. Build practice building fires wet or dry. Cook a ?????

It looks like it may rain, which will be a great time to make sure our scout's rain gear is water proof. If it does not rain we will provide man made rain. I will be wearing my full rain suit (pants, top, hat and water proof boots).

Boy Leaders will provide lessons on fire building & correct rain gear.

Parents please pick you scouts up at 8:30 PM. Be prepared for a wet scout upon pick-up.

Welcome Our New Scouts

Troop 12 first meeting started with a bang. 22 Scouts where in attendance! We welcome our new scouts.

Fun was had by all.

See you all next Monday at Nobscott's Scout Reservation

Monday, September 12, 2011

First Meeting Monday Sept. 19th

First Meeting Monday Sept. 19th. 7:30. All welcome.

Kick-Off Pool Party

Kick-off Pool Party was a great success. Thank you to the Mortin's for hosting. Our senior patrol leader did a fine job remembering 9-11. More images are here.

Monday, September 5, 2011

Kick Off Pool Party - Sunday 2-5 PM

Pool Party at Mr. Mortin’s House – on Sunday, September 11^th. We will kick-off the new Scout year with a pool party, between 2:00 and 5:00 pm. A map and more details will be sent out regarding assignments.

Scoutmaster Message!

Eagle Scouts – we have a number of older Scouts that are pursuing the Rank of Eagle Scout. This is the pinnacle of Scouting and it requires a lot of work and perseverance. Please be prepared to help out when they need assistance.

That was a lot of information to put into one newsletter. The intent was to show that Troop 12 is a very active troop. Adventure, however, requires adult supervision, so I am urging parents to play an active role in the troop. We always need adults to help out on trips and activities. Who knows, you might even have fun? My philosophy is that Scouting teaches your sons valuable skills and ideals that will be used long after they graduate from Scouting. I also believe that learning outdoor skills at a young age encourages them to appreciate our natural surroundings and resources and to participate in family outings and camping trips. I have many fond boyhood memories of my time in Scouting. Times might have changed and technology has affected the way that our modern youth amuse themselves. However, we must never let physical activity, respect for country and others, and a love of the outdoors go out of fashion. We can make a difference in the lives of our young people. We can also have fun doing it.

God Bless America – Please remember the victims of the September 11^th attacks on our country and their surviving families and friends. This was an attack on the values of all civilized nations. People from many countries lost their lives as a result of those attacks. Scouting is a true worldwide organization that pledges respect for all others, no matter your country or religion. Scouting organizations in every country share a common mission. Lord Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting over 100 years ago, once said that he thought that Scouting would end the need for wars. Speaking as a man who spent most of his adult life in the military and fought in many battles, this might appear to be somewhat naïve and inconsistent with his military experience. He put a high emphasis on self-respect, self-reliance and respect for others, which are timeless values that should never be allowed to go out of favor. He tried to do his best daily. We should do the same. Perhaps the world would be a lot better place if more people followed his example and the ideals of Scouting.