Boy Scout Troop 965
Havre de Grace, Maryland
Havre de Grace, Maryland
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Last updated 07/19/2008 site map |
| 27-02 | New River High Adventure Outing
(Sun-Sat, Jul 27-Aug 02): Class V White water rafting (1 day), white water canoeing (1 day),
COPE courses (2 days), optional day for climbing & rappelling, mountain biking, hiking, or caving.
Scout must be able to pass swim test and have been at least age 13 as of Jan 1, 2008. Class III physical required. Cost is $300 per
scout or adult. Non-refundable deposit of $50 was due by Jan 24.
http://www.bsa-brmc.org/high.htm
flyer
Class 3 Physical form.
Permission slip
Packing List
Leader in charge: Tim Byrnes, boobyrnes@comcast.net. (Blue Ridge Mountains Council, WV) |
| 09 | Troop Canoe Basic Training (Sat, Aug 09, 10:00AM-3:00PM): Outing to teach canoe handling and safety. For Trailblazers (new scouts) and any other scout needing this training. Must be red-white-and-blue swimmer (have passed BSA swim test at summer camp, etc). Wear bathing suit and shirt. Wear pool shoes, sandals or tennis shoes. Bring towel, sunblock, water and bag lunch. Scouts will be getting in the water. Scouts can bring there own personal flotation device (PFD) or personal canoe paddles. Troop will supply PFD or paddle for anyone that needs one. Call John Dowdy at 1-443-752-4419 with questions or concerns. Leaders in charge: John Dowdy and Rob Cook Permission slip Directions: From Level, take 161 (Darlington Road) north through Darlington and across Route 1, where it becomes 623 (Castleton Road). Past the village of Castleton, 623 becomes Flintville Road. Continue on 623 (Flintville Road) approximately 3 more miles. Broad Creek Landing will be on your right. Be careful, it is at the bottom of the hill just prior to the bridge over Broad Creek and is easy to miss. Parking is limited at the site itself but there is a parking lot across the street at the intersection of Flintville and Paddrick Rds. (Broad Creek Public Landing, Dublin, MD) |
| 11 | Roundtable
Picnic and OA meetings (Mon, Aug 11, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM):
Covered dish picnic will precede the meeting. Monthly meeting
for scout leaders within Harford District. Format includes announcements, followed
by break-out sessions. There will also be fliers available on upcoming events of
interest to scouts and leaders.
(TBA, Broad Creek Memorial Scout Reservation, Dublin, MD) |
| 15-22 | Sea Base High Adventure
Camp (Fri-Fri, Aug 15-22):
This trip is for older scouts. Sea Base is one of three BSA High Adventure challenges for scouts (the others being Philmont Ranch and Northern Tier). The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base operates nine different adventures out of three different locations: two in the Florida Keys, and one in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas. Leader in charge: John Dowdy website Permission slip (Florida Keys and Bahamas) |
| 17 | Troop Swim Party
(Sun, Aug 17, Noon-4:00 PM):
The time is 12:00 until 4:00 PM. The troop will provide fried chicken, hot dogs, buns, condiments, and
bug juice. We ask each family to bring a side dish or dessert of your choice or specialty to share, and
a drink if you want something other than bug juice.
Leader-in-charge: Dave Brown (sailorbrown@comcast.net.
(TBA) |
| 24 | Patrol Leaders Council (PLC)
meeting (Sun, Aug 24, 6:00-7:00 PM):
Scout patrol leaders council (PLC) meet to plan upcoming scout activities.
(Webster Church?) |
| 24 | Troop Committee and
Troop Leaders' meetings (Sun, Aug 24, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Troop Committee and Adult Leaders meet separately
to discuss Troop business. (Webster Church?) |
| 28 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Aug 28, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 01 | LABOR DAY (Mon, Sep 01) |
| 04 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Sep 04, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 05-07 | OA Nentico Lodge Fall Fellowship
(Fri-Sun, Sep 05-07) (TBA) |
| 07 | Patrol Leaders Council (PLC)
meeting (Sun, Sep 07, 6:00-7:00 PM):
Scout patrol leaders council (PLC) meet to plan upcoming scout activities.
(Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 07 | Troop Committee and
Troop Leaders' meetings (Sun, Sep 07, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Troop Committee and Adult Leaders meet separately
to discuss Troop business. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 08 | Roundtable
and OA meetings (Mon, Sep 08, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM):
Monthly meeting for scout leaders within Harford District. Format includes
announcements, followed by break-out sessions. There will also be fliers available on
upcoming events of interest to scouts and leaders. (Harford Technical High School, Bel Air, MD) |
| 11 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Sep 11, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 12-14 | OA Nentico Lodge Harford Ordeal
(Fri-Sun, Sep 12-14) (TBA) |
| 14 | Advancement Day
at Susquehanna Park (Sun, Sep 14, 1:00-4:00 PM):
. Wear Class C (red troop t-shirt and black troop visor cap) uniform, bring Scout Handbook, and any materials needed for advancement. $2 to park; no fee for drop-off. Looking for adult scouters and senior scouts to help out. Permission slip (Picnic area parking lot, Susquehanna Park, MD) |
| 18 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Sep 18, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 19-21 | Canoe Trails
Weekend (Fri-Sun, Sep 19-21):
Leader in charge: Rob Mitchell (TBA) |
| 25 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Sep 25, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 27 | Adopt-A-Highway
Cleanup (Sat, Sep 27, 8:30-10:30 AM):
Highway cleanup (age 12 and above). See bottom of
Troop Links page for info, permission slip, and participation agreement. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 02 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Oct 02, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 04 | DARLINGTON APPLE FESTIVAL
FUND RAISER (Sat, Oct 4, 3-hour shifts from 8:00 AM-6:00 PM):
We do not ask our scouts to sell popcorn or other items door-to-door for a couple
months. Instead, we have 2 major fundraisers (Apple Festival in Oct and Spaghetti Dinner in March)
where we ask scouts (and adults, if possible) to work a few hours in a common cause. We'll be
baking/selling the usual funnel cakes, fries, hot dogs, baked goods, and drinks. All scouts are
expected to sign up for at least one work shift. Uniform is class A (scout shirt, pants, scarf, and cap).
Chairpersons are Anita anita.boris@us.army.mil
and Ed Boris edward.boris@us.army.mil.
Apple Festival website Permission slip. Additional info. (Darlington United Methodist Church, 2118 Shuresville Road, Darlington, MD) |
| 05 | Patrol Leaders Council (PLC)
meeting (Sun, Oct 05, 6:00-7:00 PM):
Scout patrol leaders council (PLC) meet to plan upcoming scout activities.
(Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 05 | Troop Committee and
Troop Leaders' meetings (Sun, Oct 05, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Troop Committee and Adult Leaders meet separately
to discuss Troop business. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 09 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Oct 09, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 10-12 | Troop Backpacking Weekend
(Fri-Sun, Oct 10-12):
Backpacking the Appalachian Trail in Maryland
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/at.html.
Three hike options are offered to accommodate a range of skill and ability levels. o The 5-mile hike is an introduction to backpacking for our first time backpackers. Will leave Level VFC at 6:30 AM Saturday and hike to Annapolis Rock. o The 10-mile hike is designed to reinforce backpacking skills for those who have backpacked at least once before. Will leave Level VFC at 6:30 AM Saturday and hike to Annapolis Rock. o The 15-mile hike is offered for scouts who have mastered their backpacking skills and for those scouts who are currently working on their backpacking merit badge. Will leave Level VFC at 3:00 PM Friday, camp in a backcountry setting then hike Saturday to Annapolis Rock. The permission slips, which include the packing list and preparation info for appropriate for each hike, are attached. 5-mile permission slip, packing list, and info. 10-mile permission slip, packing list, and info. 15-mile permission slip, packing list, and info. Leader in charge: Cindy Majewski, majewskicl@comcast.net. (Maryland Appalachian Trail, Annapolis Rock, MD) |
| 13 | COLUMBUS DAY (Mon, Oct 13) |
| 13 | Roundtable
and OA meetings (Mon, Oct 13, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM):
Monthly meeting for scout leaders within Harford District. Format includes
announcements, followed by break-out sessions. There will also be fliers available on
upcoming events of interest to scouts and leaders. (Harford Technical High School, Bel Air, MD) |
| 16 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Oct 16, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 17-19 | Fall Camporee
(Fri-Sun, Oct 17-19):
This is going to be a huge event with all three of Broad Creek's camps open for camping and program! o Camp Oest is available for Cub Packs and will be offering Central Dining as an option for campers there. o Camp Spencer will also be offering Central Dining, a special camping area for Venturing Crews, and a reunion for those Scouts that participated in the Lost Pines program this summer. o Camp Saffran will be the base of operations hosting the BIG BIG show on Saturday evening. The show includes a live band and fireworks! Leader in charge: Bobby Gamble, wrgamble@comcast.net. Permission slip Packing list. (Broad Creek Memorial Scout Reservation, Dublin, MD) |
| 21 | Life to Eagle
meeting (Tues, Oct 21, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Seminar for scouts and families progressing from Life Scout to Eagle Scout.
POC is John Crowe at 410-297-8373 or john.crowe1@verizon.net. (St. Mary's Episcopal Church Educational building, Abingdon, MD to check directions) |
| 22 | Court of Honor
(Wed, Oct 22, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Semiannual Troop awards meeting. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 30 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Oct 30, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 31 | HALLOWEEN (Fri, Oct 31) |
| 02 | Patrol Leaders Council (PLC)
meeting (Sun, Nov 02, 6:00-7:00 PM):
Scout patrol leaders council (PLC) meet to plan upcoming scout activities.
(Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 02 | Troop Committee and
Troop Leaders' meetings (Sun, Nov 02, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Troop Committee and Adult Leaders meet separately
to discuss Troop business. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 06 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Nov 06, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 08 | Adopt-A-Highway
Cleanup (Sat, Nov 08, 8:30-10:30 AM):
Highway cleanup (age 12 and above). See bottom of
Troop Links page for info, permission slip, and participation agreement. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 10 | Roundtable
and OA meetings (Mon, Nov 10, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM):
Monthly meeting for scout leaders within Harford District. Format includes
announcements, followed by break-out sessions. There will also be fliers available on
upcoming events of interest to scouts and leaders. (Harford Technical High School, Bel Air, MD) |
| 11 | VETERAN'S DAY (Tues, Nov 11) |
| 13 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Nov 13, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 14-16 | Troop Cabin Camping
Weekend (Fri-Sun, Nov 14-16):
Leaders in charge: Christine Kertis cmkertis@yahoo.com and Tim Byrnes boobyrnes@comcast.net. Permission slip Packing list. (TBD) |
| 20 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Nov 20, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 27 | THANKSGIVING (Thurs, Nov 27) |
| 05-06 | Troop Holiday Party
(Fri-Sat, Dec 05-06, 9:00PM-7:00AM SHARP!):
Overnight party. Arrive in Class A uniform but bring swim suit and/or athletic
change of clothing (see packing list). Troop will provide pizza. Bring dozen cookies/brownies and 2-liter soda
plus donation
for our adopted family (at least one canned good or non-perishable food item; checks acceptable [to Troop 965]).
Bring games or
pre-approved sports equip (frisbee, football, cards, books, etc.).
Leader in charge: Ken Collins, coll3130@verizon.net.
permission slip
packing list
needy family wish list
(TBD) |
| 08 | Roundtable
and OA meetings (Mon, Dec 08, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM):
Monthly meeting for scout leaders within Harford District. Format includes
announcements, followed by break-out sessions. There will also be fliers available on
upcoming events of interest to scouts and leaders. (Harford Technical High School, Bel Air, MD) |
| 24 | Family Christmas
Service (Wed, Dec 24, 3:30-4:30 PM):
Need scouts to park cars. Service is at 4:00 PM; arrive a little before 3:30 and finish
a little after 4:30 PM; scouts receive a full service hour of credit toward their next rank. Report to
Ken Collins in Class A uniform with outerwear appropriate for the weather. Weather-dependent. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 25 | CHRISTMAS (Thurs, Dec 25) |
| ?? | Nentico Lodge
Jingle Bell Beaver Day (???, Dec ??, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM):
Service day. Camp Staff, Scouts, Scouters, Ventures, Webelos. Rain, snow, hail
or shine. All the excitement of sprucing up Broad Creek begins at Reservation Headquarters at 8:30AM.
We'll have donuts, coffee, and juice to begin the day with. When you arrive, we'll get you signed in,
and assigned to a work crew. Then, it's off to "get 'er done"! At 12:00 noon, we'll have gallons of
home made soups, and more pizza than you've ever seen! We wrap up by 3:30PM. If you have any questions, please call Dave Weissert at Camp at 410-879-4922. If you or members of your unit can come, please register by calling Laurie at 443-573-2503. flyer (Broad Creek Memorial Scout Reservation, Dublin, MD) |
| 01 | NEW YEARS DAY (Thurs, Jan 01) |
| 04 | Patrol Leaders Council (PLC)
meeting (Sun, Jan 04, 6:00-7:00 PM):
Scout patrol leaders council (PLC) meet to plan upcoming scout activities.
(Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 04 | Troop Committee and
Troop Leaders' meetings (Sun, Jan 04, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Troop Committee and Adult Leaders meet separately
to discuss Troop business. (Webster Church, Webster, MD) |
| 08 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Jan 08, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| ?? | Nentico Lodge
Banquet (Sun, Jan ??, ??? PM). (TBA) |
| 12 | Roundtable
and OA meetings (Mon, Jan 12, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM):
Monthly meeting for scout leaders within Harford District. Format includes
announcements, followed by break-out sessions. There will also be fliers available on
upcoming events of interest to scouts and leaders. (Harford Technical High School, Bel Air, MD) |
| 15 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Jan 15, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 19 | MARTIN LUTHER KINGS BIRTHDAY (Mon, Jan 19) |
| 22 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Jan 22, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
| 29 | Troop
meeting (Thurs, Jan 29, 7:00-8:30 PM):
Weekly Troop meeting. (Level Fire Hall, Level, MD) |
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