Boy Scout Troop 26 Big Bend Wisconsin Since 1934 www.pacunits.org/t26 September 2021 Newsletter Main items worth highlighting • 9-11-2021 Big Ben Lions Club Pig Roast community service hours: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gcGY9YOUmWbsePy_6z1WWC9GMUelyaObkJP m_NskSd8/edit?usp=sharing • 9-17-21 through 9-18-2021 New Glarus Camping Weekend https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1q-chu2nLMw8GOVuP6Nro3JRqTslELKSKsRtv1- 9q5q8/edit?usp=sharing • 10-1-2021 through 10-3-2021 Devils Lake Camping Weekend https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OJxXDTLRnSUgTxBDjDvFHkMrQiI0ChFdj1AKsg ocztU/edit?usp=sharing • September through October Troop 26 Fall Fundraising https://go.noblevalleywreathsale.com/troop26wreath Reminder for Scouts to BRING YOUR BOY SCOUT HANDBOOK to all Troop meetings. You can request a Board of Review or Scoutmaster Conference whenever you are ready. For Scouts with questions on the following items, they are encouraged to ask their Patrol Leaders. For Parents with questions on these items, you are encouraged to discuss those with Mr. Abraham, one of the Assistant Scoutmasters or Mr. Hahn. For those needing a Board of Review or Scoutmaster Conference let your intentions be known at the start of any Troop meeting and we will do our best to accommodate you that day. Upcoming Troop Meetings September 7th PLC / Adult Committee Meetings September 14th • BOLD canoeing practice • New Glarus planning Start at 6:30 • High Adventure 2022 planning September 16th Pack 26 Cub Scout meeting. (Trebuchet) Start at 6:30 @ BBEL September 21st Gaga Ball at Eli’s new court / BOR and Scoutmaster Conf September 28th COH – “Surprise Theme” (Food: Bring whatever) October 5th PLC / Adult Committee Meetings October 12th Pumpkin Carving October 19th 2022 camping weekend planning October 26th Fishing merit badge clinic (final) November 2nd PLC / Adult Committee Meetings November 9th • Adopt-a-family • Arrow of light meeting (Scout stations / EDGE) November 16th First aid kit inventory at VFD November 23rd Thanksgiving Break – No meeting November 30th Personal Management (follow up w/ Mrs. Sima) Upcoming Troop Events (Camping/Fundraising/Community Service) September 11th Big Ben Lions Club Pig Roast community service hours https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gcGY9YOUmWbsePy_6z1W WC9GMUelyaObkJPm_NskSd8/edit?usp=sharing Sept 17 – 18th New Glarus Camping Weekend https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1q- chu2nLMw8GOVuP6Nro3JRqTslELKSKsRtv1-9q5q8/edit?usp=sharing September 25th Fundraising: Corn Stalk cutting 9am – 1pm, Splendor Valley Farm (S87W22355 Forest Home Ave) September 26th BOLD (Blind Outdoor Leadership) canoeing community service hours. Time: TBD October 1 – 3rd Devils Lake Camping Weekend https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OJxXDTLRnSUgTxBDjDvFHk MrQiI0ChFdj1AKsgocztU/edit?usp=sharing October 8th-10th Fall Camporee at CLL https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1PhhbRbJ936pa9FvZfQu3qpm Zp3DHvVoK7EdP59qoUtU/edit?usp=sharing October 10th Phantom Fest community service hours – Mukwonago High School flag folding. Start at 1:30 pm. November 13th Fund raising: Wreath pickup and distribution Fall Fundraisers • Nobel Valley Wreath, Corn Stalks/Hay bales • Berres Brothers Coffee - ground and BB Cups (like KKups) • Racine Danish Kringles individual packs for $12 each • Pecatonica Popcorn including popping corn, microwave flavors, cheddar, caramel, and military donations. Flyers will be available at Troop meetings – talk with Mr. Seffens at [email protected], or you can contact Mrs. Abraham at [email protected] to pick up a form. Merit Badges • Family Life is being offered by Mrs. Sima. • Citizenship in the World is being offered by Mrs. Sima. • EPrep is offered by Mr. Gerum • Physical fitness is being offered by Mr. Sima Other Upcoming Scouting Opportunities (info links follow) 11-Sep WEBELOS / AOL FIRST ADVENTURE 14-Sep WESTERN TRAILS DISTRICT COMMISSIONER MEETING 14-Sep WESTERN TRAILS DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETING 15-Sep POPCORN SHOW AND SELL ORDER PICK-UP SOUTH WIND DISTRICT ADVANCEMENT COMMITTEE 15-Sep MEETING 16-Sep POPCORN SHOW AND SELL ORDER PICK-UP 17-Sep SWAMP FOX (WK2) 17-Sep POPCORN SHOW AND SELL ORDER PICK-UP COUNCIL POPCORN, WREATH, COFFEE & KRINGLE SALE 18-Sep BEGINS 20-Sep PRAIRIE FOX DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETING 21-Sep BOARD MEETING 24-Sep SWAMP FOX (WK3) 24-Sep LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST - 2021 OA SECTION C7 ACT CONFERENCE / FALL CONFERENCE OF 24-Sep CHIEFS 27-Sep NORTHERN TRAILS KEY 3 MEETING 27-Sep SHOOTING SPORTS COMMITTEE 29-Sep NORTHERN TRAILS DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETING 8-10-Oct FALL CAMPOREE AND MERIT BADGE CLINIC BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) 15-17-Oct TRAINING 5-7-Nov 2021 CREEP-O-REE Merit Badge Reference Web Sites • Potawatomi Area Council website: http://www.pacbsa.org/event-flyers/64435 • (Milwaukee Area) Three Harbors Council website: http://www.threeharborsscouting.org/OpenRosters/ViewOrgPageLink.aspx?Link Key=46873&orgkey=2686 • Discovery World Merit Badge Clinic Information: https://www.discoveryworld.org/about/blog/frequently-asked-scouting-questions- and-new-scout-programs/ Merit Badge and Requirements Update • Our Council: http://www.pacbsa.org/advancement/boy-scout/68014 • National: https://www.scouting.org/programs/boy-scouts/advancement-and-awards/merit- badges/ ALWAYS read the merit badge clinic listings well in advance of the clinic (spots are often limited). Follow their registration requirements and find out exact times to be there, prerequisites to be completed prior, etc. Expect to be required to read a merit badge book prior to the clinic and to show up with a Troop 26 leader signed blue card at the clinic. Current Medical Forms https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/ahmr/ COVID-19 Guidelines The Troop 26 Committee is providing here COVID-19 participation guidelines for all Scouts, adult leaders, and volunteers: • Stay at home (isolate) if you do not feel well. • Do not attend Troop 26 meetings, outings, or events if you, anyone you live with, or anyone you've been around recently, has been tested for COVID-19 and has not yet received “negative” results. • Wash your hands often with soap and water. Use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available. • Wear a mask and maintain social distancing if you are not fully vaccinated is recommended, though not currently (locally) mandated. BSA provided a statement on COVID-19 safety concerning Scouts, volunteers, employees and communities that may be found here: https://www.scouting.org/coronavirus/. Troop 26 will be following this statement and updates, along with Potawatomi Council recommendations, and local mandates (as they are provided). Eagle Scout Requirements & Instructions • https://www.scouting.org/resources/guide-to-advancement/eagle-scout-rank/ • https://www.scouting.org/programs/boy-scouts/advancement-and-awards/eagle- scout-workbook/ Guide to Safe Scouting http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS.aspx Boy Scout 2021 Requirements Information http://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/3321621-Scouts-BSA-Rank- Requirements_FPO1v2.pdf Youth Training Opportunities (Leadership Skills) https://www.scouting.org/training/youth/ Any corrections, please let Mr. Hahn know Remember to also check the website for background on our advancement process, longer term calendar items and general information. http://www.pacunits.org/t26/index.htm .