As you all know, Hurricane Irma is coming and will skirt the east coast of Florida. Her winds extend out a very long way, so we will undoubtedly feel the effects of her winds and rain. As of now, I am waiting to see if the track changes between now and Monday, or what the
Fall 2017 – Kick-off Dates
(Click on “Fall 2017 – Kick-off Dates” above to read full post.) … Quick summary of key dates as we begin Troop activities for Fall 2017:
Eagle Scouts
On August 3rd, Alvin Orrico achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, joining John Lukas and Cole as Troop 734’s newest Eagle Scouts! John Lukas Campbell and Cole Nadwairski both successfully completed their Eagle Scout Boards of Review in July, and attained the highest rank in Boy Scouting. Announcements regarding Eagle Courts of Honor will be
Fall Start-Up
We are getting close to the first day of school, and to the start-up of the fall Troop activities. Following is our upcoming schedule (it may be easier to click on the ‘Read More’ link to read this post): August 15 – 6:30pm – PLC Meeting August 15 – 7:30pm – “Partial Merit Badge” completions
Summer Break
Our Summer Break is here; there will be no Troop activities until August. Please enjoy your summer time and recharge for a great 2016-2017 Scouting year, to commence in August when school resumes. As of now, we anticipate the first Troop Meeting will take place on Monday, August 29th, at 7:30pm. In the meantime, the
Court of Honor – June 6th
Our Court of Honor has been moved to be a true “end of the year” event. It will be held on the very last Scout Meeting for this school year, June 6th. We will only hold the Court of Honor (no other Troop activities/meetings), followed by a Pot Luck fellowship dinner. The COH is planned
Troop Track
You may have received an invitation to Troop Track. We will be working hard between now and the Fall to get each Scout’s records fully implemented in Troop Track, including ranks, merit badges (completes and partials), awards, etc., which will help the adult leaders and parents keep track of the Scouts’ advancements and where they
POSTPONED – Leadership Lock-in
Due to situations beyond the control of the adult leaders attending the lock-in, we must postpone the lock-in. If you or your First Class (or higher) Scout had planned to attend the leadership lock-in this weekend (Friday – Saturday), please respond to confirm that you have received this announcement, so we know you will not
Elections and Leadership Lock-in
Troop Elections for the Fall will take place on Monday, April 18th. The Troop will be electing the fall members of the Patrol Leaders Council (SPL / ASPL / QM / Patrol Leaders). Then, the Troop will be holding a Leadership Lock-In for those currently serving the PLC, those elected to the Fall PLC, and
TB Rays Spirit Night
The Tampa Bay Rays are offering a Spirit Night on Saturday, April 16th at 6:10pm against the Chicago White Sox. Tickets are $10 for the Upper Level and $17 for the Lower Level through this offer. This is being facilitated by Jennifer Harnage (David’s Mom). Checks should be made payable to Dover Elementary School and
Merit Badge Academy
The Gulf Ridge Council is putting on the Spring 2016 Merit Badge Academy, on May 7, 2016 at Saint Leo University, Saint Leo, Florida. Online registration for troops within the Council will open Monday, March 28 at 9 a.m. and registration is to be done at the Troop level. As such, if you (or your
EAGLE SCOUT CEREMONY
We will be celebrating Jake Hausler and William Morgan achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, this Saturday, March 26th. The ceremony will begin at 3:00pm at Cork United Methodist Church, and a reception will follow. Please come out to celebrate and honor our fellow Scouts.
February Camp Out
The Troop will be camping February 26 – 28. We will meet at Cork UMC at 6:00pm on Friday and plan to return to Cork UMC approximately 12:00n on Sunday. Feel free to bring fishing poles and supplies if you like. There will be fishing available during Siesta. Please sign up at the Troop Meeting,
Scholarship Opportunity for H.S. Seniors
For all interested High School Seniors, AMVETS Post 44 is offering a College Scholarship opportunity. Click on the image for more information.
Scout Sunday
Scout Sunday is February 7, 2016 – we ask that you attend your own church in uniform on February 7th. We will celebrating Scout Sunday at Cork United Methodist Church on the following weekend, February 14th. Please come to Cork UMC to attend the 10:30am Service on the 14th, in Uniform, and stay after for
NO Troop Meeting – Monday, Jan. 18
There will be NO Troop Meeting on Monday, January 18th due to MLK and school holidays.
Troop Equipment Servicing
Although we are not holding a Troop Meeting on Monday, January 18th due to the school holiday, the Troop is looking for some Boy Scout Volunteers to meet at Cork UMC at 6:00pm (on Monday) to go through the patrol boxes and unit gear to get organized and prepared for the January (and future) camp
AHG Service Project
Stars and Stripes Work Days – Volunteers needed! Volunteers needed to complete current updates to Restoring Hope Global. These updates are part of Bentley Rae Roberts, Stars and Stripes project, the highest honor you can achieve in American Heritage Girls. Please see the AHG Stars and Stripes 2016 Flyer for more information.
January 2016
Hi All – Welcome back! Our first Troop Meeting will be Monday, January 11th, at 7:30pm as usual. We will also hold a Parent Meeting in the Church sanctuary beginning at 7:45pm, once the Scouts complete their opening ceremonies, in which we’ll lay out some of the changes for 2016 and needs for adult involvement
NO Troop Events this Weekend
Apologies for any confusion and lack of communication, but there will be NO Troop Activity or Events this weekend. However, the two service opportunities (Bethlehem Cemetery and Bethany Food Bank) remain options for you on Saturday.