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| 7-21-2010 |
| Mark your calendar - The Fall Court of Honor will be held on Thursday, September 30th at Holy Family in the Legacy Rm 1 |
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| 7-19-2010 |
This is Bobby Staples, and I am in need of some people to come out to help me with my eagle project on August 7th. It will start at 9 am at Mar-Lu-Ridge Camp, just outside Jefferson, about 15 minutes from Middletown. The project is building some platforms for a campsite, so no skill beyond using a hammer or drill is required and anyone can help. If you can make it, just let me know by email at rstaples17@comcast.net by July 31st and I will give directions to the camp once you reply.
Thanks,
Bobby Staples
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| 7-19-2010 |
Hello,
You are cordially invited to attend my Eagle Court of Honor on Monday, July 19th at 7:00 pm. It will take place at Wolfsville Elementary School (12520 Wolfsville Road Wolfsville, MD). Please RSVP by July 14 through email. Sorry for such short notice. I look forward to hearing from you and hope you can attend.
Benjamin M. Jacques
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| 4-11-2010 |
| The next Court of Honor scheduled for Thursday, April 22nd in the Legacy room (up stairs room). Please be in your Class A uniform along at the church no later than 6:45 PM. |
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| 4-11-2010 |
Election Results - April 8, 2010
Chaplains Aide - Will Diederich
OA Representative - Yash Paruvuli
Scribe - Kyle Radtke
Librarian/Historian - Alex Dzielinski
Delta Patrol Leader - Zach Dzielinski
Delta APL - Clayton Holdcroft
Spartan PL - Jesse Gladhill
Spartan APL - Will Diederich
Congratulations to All! |
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| 3-30-2010 |
Troop 217 will again build and tend the Easter Vigil Fire at Holy Family Catholic Church on Saturday, April 3rd. We will meet at 6:30 PM at the church and lay the fire.
The church service starts at 8 PM so we will be done by 8:30 PM.
If you want to earn some service hours please contact SPL Dan and let him know you are coming.
Mr. Harris will provide the wood for the fire so all we need are a few scouts in uniform to help tend the fire and then put it out.
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| 3-23-2010 |
Hershey Park Ticket orders are due this week...
Please contact Mrs. Keyna Radtke 301-371-5393 or <4radtkes@comcast.net> if you plan to order tickets or have questions.
You should make checks payable to "Troop 217" and mail your form or drop it off at:
9109 Hawbottom Road
Middletown, MD 21769
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| 3-13-2010 |
If you have not signed up for Goshen Summer Camp you still have time to be part of the Goshen Hat Incentive. It requires a $50 deposit that the Troop needs no later than Wednesday, March 17th.
Cost: Early Bird Fee- $280 Youth, $200 Adult (Paid In Full By April 30th)
Regular Fee - $325 Youth, $225 Adult (Paid In Full By June 4th)
Troop 217 is going to Camp Bowman starting on Saturday, July 3rd through Saturday, July 10th (Second Week - 7 days)
This is a patrol cooking camp and has a great first year camper program, scout crafts, action archery and shooting sports including shot gun.
Contact me if your have not already signed up. Remember the Hat Deadline is this Wednesday, March 17th.
Mr. Chuck Harris
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| 2-19-2010 |
Brandon Harris Eagle Ceremony will be held on Saturday, March 6th starting promptly at 7PM at the Charles V. Main Training Facility, 6424 Plant Rd, Frederick, MD 21701.
Scouts from Troop 217 need to arrive at 6:30 PM. All are expected to attend in Class A Troop 217 uniform.
SPL Dan will be contacting scouts to participate in the flag ceremony
RSVP to Mrs. Pam Harris (301) 371-7828 so she can plan for the reception following the ceremony. |
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| 2-19-2010 |
Just a couple of items to put on your calendar. First, in the previous news is information about Troop 964 Model Train Show on March 13th and 14th. I am a total railroading nut, in case not everyone knew, so I am taking it upon myself to coordinate our troop going to visit. Because of the first aid meet on March 13th, I am looking to go on Sunday, March 14th. Leaving the church by 10:30 AM should give us plenty of time to drive down and get lunch before the show opens. We should be back to the church by 5:30 PM.
We will not participate in the Merit Badge class, but as a railroad merit badge counselor, I will offer the merit badge to any boy that would want to pursue it, and I won’t charge $20 for the merit badge.
Second, it’s time to get ready for the Citizenship Merit Badge Day. Here is the hyperlink:
http://www.boyscouts-ncac.org/openrosters/ViewOrgPageLink.asp?LinkKey=33216&orgkey=2007
Mr. Eggleston |
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| 2-19-2010 |
Troop 964 Model Train Show
Go to http://www.troop964.org/
& Earn Your Railroading Merit Badge
(Open to All Bridged Scouts)
Where: Saunders Middle School
(13557 Spriggs Rd, Dale City – I95 to
exit 152/234N to right on Spriggs Rd.)
Featuring:Largest DCC -HO Layout assembled in VA =114 modules with Z/N/S/O/G Gauge,
Steam, Lego Layouts and Operations Lifesaver
Great Food, Refreshments & Door Prizes
General Show Times
Mar. 13:10am-5pm / Mar. 14:1-5pm
Adults: $7 Students/Seniors:$3 Under 5: Free
MB Classes run both days 12:30–4pm
MB Scouts must eat lunch before classes
begin and be on site by 12:00.
Please plan to eat in our Club Car.
$20/ scout (includes admission & supplies)
Registration and Payment are required by MAIL. E-mail the form below to reserve space.
We only have 75 spaces available
Contact Mr. Eggleston if you are interested in going. |
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| 12-11-2009 |
Troop Ice Skating Activity
Skate Frederick has a two for one coupon is in this months Clipper Magazine perhaps cut it out for our skating event.
Location:
Skate Frederick
1288 Riverbend Way
Frederick, MD 21701-9350
(Off Rt. 26 – Liberty Rd next to Walmart)
(301) 662-7362
www.skatefrederick.com
When:
Saturday, January 9th from 2 PM until 5 PM
Meet at the Skate Frederick Ice Skating Rink
Cost: $10 per person includes skates.
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| 11-1-2009 |
Popcorn Sales Update
As of right now we have had 50% of the Boy Scouts in the troop sell popcorn. This group of scouts have sold $2,998 dollars worth of popcorn! Why to go Troop 217.
Here is the break down:
Senior Patrol has sold $230
Delta Patrol has sold $1,328
Spartan Patrol Has sold $1,440
There are still 12 days left to sell. So far, 5 Scouts have earned Hershey Park tickets and several more are half way there. These tickets can be used any day during the 2010 season and discounted tickets will be available for family and friends to purchase in the coming months. Our Scouts have also earned 6 Nationals tickets. Three Scouts are close to earning Amazon.com gift cards for selling $250 on line. Of course we can not forget Josh won the random drawing for a $100 Walmart gift card. Six Scouts have earned Trails-end.com prizes.
We can sell/earn commission on popcorn all year long from on-line sales so....be sure to set up your on-line account. You can do this yourself, you just need an e-mail account. Think about handing out thank you cards with your scout account number and the Trails-end website information on it. Remind people they can buy additional popcorn on-line when you deliver their order. Tell them it makes great Christmas gifts and care packages. On-line orders ship right to the address they enter into the system.
All payments and final popcorn orders are due at our 11/12/2009 meeting.
Thanks for all your work,
Keyna Radtke
Popcorn Chair
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| 10-19-2009 |
Earn money to help the troop and extra money to help your parents with scout dues and campouts. It is EASY, SIGN UP TODAY!
Contact Mrs. Radtke to sign up for sales time slots.
When: Between 2 PM to 9 PM on Friday, October 30, 2009
Where: Francis Scott Key Mall
Troop popcorn sales are off to a great start...Chandler is currently our top salesman, but there is time to over take him so do not give in yet. The sales that are made at the mall count toward a Scouts overall sheet totals, qualifying the Scout for additional prizes AND additional funds for their scout account.
Remember, on top of normal prizes, filling a sheet is worth two free tickets to a Nationals game next season (maybe they will be better next year) and an entry for a drawing for $100 Wal-Mart gift card, not to mention every scout who sells at least $275 worth of popcorn earns a ticket to Hershey Park.
ABOUT THE Friday night Popcorn SALEs at FSK mall:
We have a table area between the two jewelry stores, just off of center court, on the JC Penney corridor.
Our Scouts are permitted to move up to the edge of the center court to get attention.
One parent per Scout, at all times.
Scouts MUST be in Class A uniform.
No horseplay. Respectable behavior expected.
Scouts will be responsible for selling, parents will collect cash/checks.
There are two ATMs nearby.
Call Mrs. Radtke with questions:301-471-3777 or e-mail at 4radtkes@comcast.net
Mrs. Keyna Radtke
Troop 217 Popcorn Kernal |
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| 10-8-2009 |
Popcorn Sale - Help Needed
Please call Mrs. Radtke (301) 371-5393 or email her 4radtkes@comcast.net, if you are interested in participating in the Troops First Popcorn Sale. Every box sold helps the troop and puts money into your scout account.
When: 10/10/2009 from 8AM-1PM(???depends on scout interest)
Where: Spring Ridge Exxon
Sign up for a show and sell time by e-mailing me with the time you can come. I will e-mail you back if that time is available. I would like to have at least 2 scouts and one adult for every 2 hour slot. Sales credit will be divided among the scouts that participate I know that Shelly Gladhill and I are planning on attending. You might ask why the Spring Ridge Exxon? Shelly Gladhill knows the owner and asked if we could sell Popcorn. The owner said yes! Do you know a business that might allow us to show and sell popcorn? If so ask them if we can sell popcorn or give me the information and I will make contact.
Spring Ridge Exxon
www.springridgeonline.com
6067 Springridge Pkwy
Frederick, MD 21701-5898
(301) 695-7216
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| 10-5-2009 |
This coming Saturday evening, October 10th, Troop 217 has agreed to help the Knights of Columbus, our charter organization, with the "Annual Light the Night Walk". Funds raised at this walk are used to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The KofC are expecting between 600 to 700 walkers. Live music, and food will be available.
This years walk is in the Middletown County Park on Coblentz Rd.
Check in time at the center pavillion (fishing derby location) at 6 PM with Mr. Harris. The ending time will be at 9 PM.
Scouts & leaders are asked to be in Class A uniform (with a flashlight with fresh batteries).
Our Job - We are being asked to be along the trail in the park with our flash lights so that the walkers will be able to see the trail.
All scouts will be credited service hours for participation.
Please contact Mr. Chuck Harris either by e-mail at flapps@comcast.net or call my house, 301-293-1260 if you can help us make this walk a success.
I hope to hear from all of you!
YIS, Mr. Chuck Harris, ASM Troop 217
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| 9-21-2009 |
Popcorn Update: September 21, 2009
Josh Moore won $100 Walmart gift card from NCAC. He was the weekly popcorn drawing winner!
Congrats JOSH! |
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| 8-23-2009 |
Brandons Eagle Scout Project Update
Hi Everyone -
Thanks to those who came to help with my project so far. After a long wait on the building permit. Both decks were framed and the decking is down. The next work day will be next Saturday August 29th. Starting at 8:30 AM and end around 4:00 PM. We will be putting up the hand rails and the steps on the front deck.
Remember to bring water and work gloves and a hammer if you have one.
Please let me know if you can come.
Thanks,Brandon
BOB8HAR@aol.com |
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| 8-14-2009 |
Troop 217 and Family Annual Picnic and Swim Party
When: Sunday, August 23rd
Time: Eat: 5-6:15 PM
Swim: 6:30-8:30 PM
Where: Marty Snook Park & Pool, Hagerstown Maryland
Cost: $3 per family collected at the picnic
The Troop will provide: Sloppy Joes, paper products (plates, cups, napkins, silverware), drinks (lemonade & water)
Each family will need to bring a item to share with everyone
If your last name begins with...
A-H: Side Dish, Salad or Vegetable Dish
I-Q: Chips, Dip, Snacks, Cheese and crackers, etc.
R-Z: Deserts or Fruit
RSVP by August 20th to Bradley Coblentz at 301-371-4174 or Bradcn65@aim.com, please give name and number of people in your family attending.
A few picnic tables are provided, but please bring your own chairs in case there is not enough seats available.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to call |
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| 8-5-2009 |
Brandons Eagle Project - I am starting my Eagle Scout Project. I will be building two decks on a townhouse for the Frederick City Police Department. The townhouse is located at the Frederick Police Training facility. The address is 100 Plant Road, Frederick, MD 21701. The dates for my project will be August 15, 22, and the rain date will be on the 29th. We will be starting at 8:30AM and ending on 4:30PM all these dates. You do not have to stay the whole time. Your welcome to come when you can and stay as long as you are able.
Please send me an e-mail if you can help. You will need to bring work gloves and water. Lunch will be provided.
Directions
Merge onto I-70 E/US-40 E toward Baltimore
Take the MD-144 exit, Exit 56, toward Patrick St.
Turn left onto MD-144/Baltimore National Pike.
Turn left onto Linganore Road
Turn right onto Plant Road
Thank You,
Brandon Harris
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| 6-8-2009 |
Flag Day Ceremony - June 14, 2009
Scoutmaster Wunderlich will lead a flag day ceremony for the Knights of Columbus. The flag pole is across the street from the Baker Park Band Shell. The troop will gather wearing your Class A scout uniform at 6:30 PM. The program starts promptly at 7 PM. |
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| 6-5-2009 |
Troop Tubing Trip
There will be a troop tubing trip on June 19th to 20th (Friday and Saturday) although the actual tubing will occur on Saturday. However we will also be camping at the Pry House on Friday night, so that we can go Antietam creek on Saturday. The total cost for the Trip will be $45 which does include breakfast and lunch for Saturday. Details for transportation and meeting places will be giving as soon as we know who is going, so please respond as soon as possible.
You must have completed the swimming merit badge in order to be eligible to go.
Thank you, Will
You can tell me that you are going through email at wpeggleston@comcast.net
We will be collecting the money at the Court of Honor on June 11th .
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| 5-25-2009 |
SUMMER CAMP WITH TROOP 217
Scouts in Troop 217 decided during the planning session that they would like to attend Summer Camp at a camp outside of the council. The scouts reviewed several camps and decided to attend Camp Minsi in the Minsi Trails Council at Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania.
Our camp date is – Sunday, July 5 through Saturday, July 11.
The cost of camp is $290 and money is due on June 5. Webelos, now Boy Scouts who joined Troop 217 this spring---your camp fee is $270 and payment is due by June 5. Commitment to attend camp by any scout is due June 1 with full payment by June 5. Please notify Assistant Scoutmaster Chuck Harris at cjharris52@comcast.net if you plan to attend camp with the troop.
Four scouts paid a $100 deposit and only owe $170 by June 5---they are Forrest, Clayton, Yash and Jesse. Three scouts have signed up for the canoe trek and are paid in full for registration—they are Bradley, Brandon and Bobby.
The cost for adult leaders is $100 for a full week or $17 per day or portion.
Expect additional costs for meals to and from and a contribution toward gasoline for adult leaders driving. Spending money and recommendations will be discussed at the adult/parent meeting on June 4.
Mr. Wunderlich and Mr. Harris are going to a meeting at Camp Minsi on June 1 and more information will be available after than date.
A camp “what to bring” list will be provided at the troop meeting on June 4.
Web site for Camp Minsi is: http://campminsi.org
Check it out for more information about this camp.
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| 5-19-2009 |
MARK YOUR CALENDAR - Attend Frederick Keys Baseball Game
When & Where: The troop will be meeting this coming Thursday, May 21st and going to attend a Frederick Keys Baseball game.
Time: The troop will meet at 6:45 PM in front of the Keys Baseball Team Stadium, 21 Stadium Dr., Frederick, MD 21703
Game Start Time: 7PM
Who: Registered scouts and their families are welcome.
Our cost will be $1 per registered scout with Troop 217, $6 for adults, and $4 for non scout youth thanks to Scoutmaster Wunderlich who arranged for discounted tickets to this Thursdays game against the Lynchburg Hillcats.
Usual general admission costs are $8 for Adults (Age 13 and older) and $5 for Youth (Age 3 - 12).
Uniform for this activity is Troop 217 Class A.
Please contact SPL Sean Bryne, if you are planning on coming no later than Wedensday evening. |
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| 4-29-2009 |
TROOP 217 – SCOUT SKILLS DAY & FISHING EVENT - POSTPONED UNTIL JUNE 12 & 13
Reasoning:
The weather for the next 24 hours is calling for heavy rain at times, and thunderstorms. Fishing along the creek will become hazardous because of potential high and fast moving water.
When: Friday, May 1 through supper Saturday May 2
Start time on Friday - 6 PM
Ent time on Saturday - 9 PM
Cost: $10 per person – call the Holdcroft’s by Wednesday to let them know if you are coming (301-473-9219) – Pay Asst Scoutmaster Harris at the event
Where: Holdcroft Ranch – Linda & ASM Barry Holdcroft, Eagle Scout Forrest Holdcroft & Scout Clayton Holdcroft
2638 Point of Rocks Road
Knoxville, MD 21758
301-473-9219
Directions (approximately 9 miles from Middletown):
Turn onto Old Middletown Rd from Rt 17
Turn right onto Jefferson Pike/MD 180
Turn left onto Horine Rd (by Valley Elementary)
Turn right onto Point of Rocks Rd (MD 464)
Turn right at 2638 Point of Rocks Rd—if you cross the “bridge” you just missed the driveway
Follow to the very back—there are several houses in the development; this house is at the back on the right
What to bring: Sleeping bag, rain gear, water bottle & mess kit along with personal hygiene gear, fishing pole & fishing gear, old shoes, and shorts that can get wet in the creek. In addition, you will need a change of clothes for the campout this weekend.
Dress for the weather.
Remember---no electronics—this means no cell phones, no I-pods, games, etc.
All scouts are encouraged to attend this event, especially new scouts. |
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| 4-13-2009 |
This weekend is the Harper’s Ferry trip. I sent out the permission slips with the relevant information. I need to have these signed and turned in with the money at Thursday’s troop meeting. If something is going to prevent you from attending the meeting, please have the permission slipped signed, scanned, and emailed back to me by Thursday’s troop meeting, and then I’ll get your money Saturday. The point is that we need to know by Thursday how many are going so that we can buy food Friday.
Also, if you any adults are willing to help provide leadership for the weekend, the help will be appreciated.
Thanks, Mr Eggleston
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| 4-9-2009 |
Scout Skills Campout
Friday May 1st, 2009 6pm to Saturday May 2nd, 2009 9pm
Cost: $10 per person
Every one attending should contact Forrest at speedofish@aol.com or by phone 301-473-9219.
Skills Events Agenda -
Friday evening "Survival Teams"
After all scouters arrive, survival teams will be created, each team will setup tents and a common area for the fire starting competition. First team with a good fire going eats first. No matches or lighters
Saturday morning ----- After breakfast teams will gather in the woods for a survival scenario each team will be given a list of possible situations from being lost to caught in a storm or possibly injured from a hiking accident etc. The team will demonstrate what they would do in that particular scenario such as, finding food, water and shelter.
Lunch Break
Afternoon --- Bring your hiking sticks and compasses a treasure hunt will begin. the teams that follow their compass readings properly will gather the necessary survival tools to catch the big fish from Catoctin creek.
Evening ---- Camp fire snacks, stories of the day about who caught the biggest fish.
Patrols will be making breakfast and lunch. Camp fire snack will be cheeses crackers and Saturday dinner will be grilled burgers and hotdogs provided by the host.
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| 3-25-2009 |
Gentlemen,
Here are the details for this year’s Citizenship Merit Badge Day. Remember that I am your single point of contact for this, DO NOT CONTACT ANY OF THE MB COUNSELORS DIRECTLY! They get grumpy if you do. Read the requirements carefully, follow them precisely. I will provide the letter from the unit leader. You will need to email me back with which merit badge you want to do in the morning, and which you want to do in the afternoon. I must have this information by March 27th 2009 so that I can ensure our spots in the classes. My email on the website is incorrect, please use:
rteggleston@comcast.net
If you have any questions, please review the details below first, and it still isn’t answered, either see me before or after the troop meeting, call me, or send me an email.
Sincerely, Mr. Eggleston
CITIZENSHIP MERIT BADGE DAY
Saturday May 16, 2009
1811 Latham Drive, Frederick MD
Starting time 7:30 AM
Admission: One properly completed Blue Card (include requirements (by number) on reverse). Leave name and address of counselor blank – that item will be completed during the day. In addition to the Blue Card, each scout should bring a canned good or dry good to be donated to the area food bank.
Registration: REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 30 SCOUTS PER SESSION. This will be strictly enforced.
Additional information:
READ THE MERIT BADGE BOOK BEFORE COMING TO THE SESSION AND BE PREPARED TO DISCUSS/EXPLAIN/DO WHAT THE REQUIREMENTS CALLS FOR. SCOUTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO BRING A SIGNED STATEMENT FROM A UNIT LEADER STATING THAT ALL THE PREREQUISITES (Community, Nation, World) HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.
Prerequisites
Community: Requirements 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 7, and 8.
Nation: Requirements 2, 3, 6, (Contact Mr. Steve Vaughn for approval –subj: Nation MB approval request- Scouts name/Troop Number), and 8
World: Requirements 3 and 7. (Additional restrictions pertaining to the world merit badge: The scout must be at least 14 years of age or in the seventh grade or obtain waiver from Mr. Lucas, the merit badge counselor.)
EACH UNIT SHOULD ASSIGN A SINGLE (That’s Me, Mr. Eggleston) POINT OF CONTACT AND PROVIDE THE REGISTRAR WITH AN EMAIL ADDRESS, WORK AND HOME PHONE NUMBER OF THAT INDIVIDUAL. SIGN UP BY SENDING THE SCOUTS NAME (LAST NAME FIRST NAME), TROOP NUMBER, WHICH SESSION (AM or PM) AND WHICH MERIT BADGE THE SCOUT IS INTERESTED IN. USE THE REGISTRATION FORM FOUND HERE. The BLUE CARD AVAILABE HERE contains the various requirements and can be printed out at the Troop level.
Subject line: TROOP Your Number CITIZENSHIP MERIT BADGE INFO
SCOUTS CAN ONLY SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THE THREE CITIZENSHIP MERIT BADGES FOR THE MORNING SESSION AND ONE FOR THE AFTERNOON SESSION. REGISTRATION WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED BY EMAIL.
DEADLINE FOR SIGNING UP IS APRIL 30, 2009.
REMEMBER, THERE IS A LIMIT OF 30 SCOUTS PER MERIT BADGE.
Additional items scouts should bring: paper, pencil, pen, and merit badge book.
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| 3-21-2009 |
At the 28th Annual Pack 278 - Troop 278 Invitational Swim Meet Yash won a first place in the Back Stroke at the annual Swim Meet! Congratulations YASH!
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| 3-4-2009 |
The Court of Honor scheduled for tomorrow night has been rescheduled to NEXT Thursday, March 12th. The Legacy room (up stairs room) is having construction done and the place is not available tomorrow night. (Learned this afternoon). Everyone please call other members of the troop to be sure they know.
The normal regular meeting will take place tomorrow night at 7:30 PM in the lower level where the troop usually meets. (This area is not under construction.)
Please be sure to bring your summer camp deposits.
Mr. Eggleston & Sean have planned a full meeting. To include: Dutch oven cooking, meal planning for the spring camporee at Ft. Frederick at the end of the month & patrol leader nominations being taken tomorrow night.
See everyone tomorrow, Mr. Harris
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| 2-1-2009 |
| Home page has been changed and new photos from earlier in the year were put up thanks to Mr. Binzer |
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| 1-19-2009 |
Remember that the troop will be holding our Annual Troop Planning Meeting this coming Sunday, January 25th at Mr. Molanders starting at 2 PM. This is every scouts opportunity to make suggestions for camping and other activities for the upcoming year. So think about what you might want to do and write it down and be sure someone else in your patrol knows what you want to help plan.
The troop will be going to Camp Minsi in the Pocono Area of Pennsylvania from July 5 - July 11. Cost will be around $250 per scout. Additional information will be soon coming out. Look for a sign up sheet.
The troop also will be taking a crew to Philmont in 2010. The trek is scheduled for June 19 - July 1, 2010. Just after school is out. Scouts must be age 14 and first class to participate. The cost will be estimated to be about $1,500 per scout. Campership information will be given out at the first troop meeting in February. When the troop went in 2008 scouts received $2,400 in camperships. So even if you do not think you can afford the trek, apply anyway.
Like summer camp an interest sign up sheet will soon be available.
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| 12-10-2008 |
Scouts,
As you all know we came up with the idea of visiting and helping out a retirement home this month. Well, we have found one and it is called the Vindobona Nursing Home. It is located in Braddock Heights, at 6012 Jefferson Blvd. We will be meeting there at 7 PM, it will go to about 7:45, the home would really appreciate it if we all showed up. Remember service is one of a scouts purpose.
Directions: Alt 40 west, turn left on Maryland Avenue, turn right on Jefferson Blvd, past stop sign, facility located on the right. Your patrol leaders should have called you with this information, if you have any questions please contact me at my home phone 301 293 2487.
Thank you all and I hope to see you there.
YIS,Sean
SPL Troop 217 |
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| 10-30-2008 |
Scouting for Food:
I need Scouts and adults for both the 1st and 8th of November to distribute bags (on the 1st) and collect bags (on the 8th). Both days will start at 8:45 am at Holy Family Church. Class A is required. As there is more work to do, and a larger route, I would really like to see boys do at least one of the two days. Question, please contact me directly, Mr. Molander
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| 10-14-2008 |
| Reminder: The troop meeting this Thursday, October 16th will be held at the Braddock Heights Community Center, NOT at Holy Family Catholic Church. We will be reviewing fire-arms safety for the upcoming shooting activity in November and continue with the Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge. |
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| 10-14-2008 |
Time for the camporee. Remember I need your menus sent to me at sppbks@hotmail.com and sent also to Mr. Wunderlich by end of tomorrow for approval. Also we need drivers, if any adult wishes to volunteer it would be most appreciated, please send your name and how many you can take to the address above, and if you plan to sleep over, adults, please send your name to me. Please remember that dues are due for the camporee, the cost is 45 dollars, that includes food, 20 dollars per person, and if you preregistered it is 40 dollars. Please have this information ready as soon as possible, thank you.
Sean Byrne, SPL |
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| 9-4-2008 |
Virginia Beach Campout Information:
Cost:
Scouts & Adults (not driving)
Transportation $ 25**
Camp/activityfees $ 30
Total Amount Due $ 55
**If you are a parent driver, the transportation fee for your son will be waived.
UNIFORM NOTES:
• Full Class A for Departure and for Air Show at Oceana Naval Air Station.
• Red Class B’s in the camp/park. (Scout’s will always be in either class A or B uniform except when swimming)
• Full Class A for Return Trip
What to Bring:
Pillow, sleeping bag or bed roll, flashlight, toiletries, towel, swim suit, flip flops for beach (no bare feet walking to the beach), cool weather/rain gear. NO ELECTRONICS! NO PENS OR MARKERS IN VEHICLES! Plan on bring $$ for breakfast & lunch on the way down and lunch on the way back…recommend a minimum of $30. Also bring $$ for souvenirs if you desire.
Transportation Information:
We need to arrive at the air station by 2PM – assume 5 hour drive with 1 hour stop for lunch (Pierce’s Barbecue in Williamsburg). We need to leave the church at approximately 8AM on Friday. The transportation fee has been calculated assuming 15 boys and 4 vehicles. Distance and fuel mileage have been calculated for the expected vehicles and fuel money will be distributed proportionately. Be advised that if the participation numbers are substantially different, the transportation amount will be recalculated, and you will be notified of the difference due or to be returned.
Proposed Itenery:
Friday September 19, 2008
• Meet at Holy Family Church in Middletown at 8:00 am.
• Lunch at Pierce’s Barbecue (It’s the best!).
• Arrive at Oceana for afternoon Blue Angel practice.
• Set up @ First Landing Campsite
• Late night beach stop—after camp is set up, then can chase ghost crabs, play Frisbee, etc.
The plan is to be at the Oceana Naval Air Station in time to see the Blue Angels. Friday is practice for the shows Saturday and Sunday, but the Navy invites groups like Boy Scouts to come in and get an up-close look at the shows operation. This will end at 4 pm, when will then go to the park and set up camp, cook dinner, and relax in the evening.
Saturday September 20, 2008
• Breakfast
• Air Show: Gates open at 8 a.m. The flying starts at 10 a.m. and the Blue Angels perform at 3 p.m.. We will pack lunches (maybe some Philmont trail food!).
• Surf, sand and sun on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Watch out for the jelly fish!
• Dinner
• Explore the park.
Sunday September 21, 2008
• Breakfast
• Break camp.
• Depart by 9:00 am
• Arrive back at Holy Family Church by 2:00 pm. Please have your cell phone on or ready to answer the phone at home so leaders can advise if we will be far off of this time estimate. |
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| 8-14-2008 |
| Philmont Pictures are up! Check out the scrapbook. |
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| 8-10-2008 |
Attention Scouts & Parents:
Troop 217 will be rock climbing on Saturday, August 16th at Carderock in Montgomery County.
Here is important information about this activity.
8 AM Departure: "My Bank" parking lot, Myersville, MD
4:30 PM Return: "My Bank" parking lot, Myersville, MD
Cost: $3 each for gasoline
Uniform of the Day: Scout Shirt and shorts, please do not wear your scout uniform.
Bring your lunch and a minimum of 2 quarts of water with you. A rain jacket, sun screen and a scout hat would also be good to bring. (No Electronics)
Climbing Equipment will be provided on site by BSA certified climbing instructors.
RSVP to Nathaniel Wunderlich either by telephone (301) 739-7343 or e-mail at nattybumppo@mac.com no later than Thursday, August 14th by 4:30 PM
You MUST bring a signed permission slip for this event. If you do not have a signed permission slip, you will not be able to go. This is a BSA policy for climbing activities. |
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| 7-31-2008 |
| The next Court of Honor will be held on Thursday, October 2nd at Holy Family Catholic Church. Mark your calendar. |
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| 5-12-2008 |
Al Wunderlichs eagle project is starting this week and it will be held at Gambrill State Park, everyone helping will meet at the Tea Room (for directions, see link below). The project is to install a set of landscaping steps on a slope that connects the parking lot to a playground, using 6x6s. He has 5 work days set aside, they are: May 18, 19, 28, and June 2nd. He is looking to have around 6 people for each day. On the 18th they will be working from 1 PM -6 PM, on the other days it will be from 10 AM -5 PM. Please let him know what days you can make and at what time.
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/gambrill.html |
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| 5-6-2008 |
Scouts,
I have a prefabrication workday scheduled on this Friday, May 9th, to finish the work we started on Saturday. We will be drilling holes, sanding, and assembling some of the fitness stations. We will meet at my house from 5:30 pm to 8 pm. There will be NO WORKDAY ON SATURDAY THE 10th!
If you can help, please let me know by this Thursday. I will not be at the Troop meeting due to the county track meet, so email me or call my house if you can make it on Friday. Pizza and drinks will be provided for dinner!
I would like to thank those of you who helped on Saturday. An incredible amount of work was completed. Once again, thank you!
Thank you for your consideration,
Hank Binzer
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| 4-27-2008 |
The calendar has two work dates listed for Hanks Eagle Project on May 2nd and May 3rd, next weekend. He is making a slight change to this scheduling. Work will be on Saturday, May 3rd ONLY, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A lunch of pizza will be provided.
He could sure use your help! Please email him (hankb@xecu.net), or call him at (301)-293-1937, or tell him at the Troop Meeting on Thursday if you can help.
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| 4-6-2008 |
| Knights of Columbus Fishing Derby will be held Saturday, April 12th at the Middletown Park. Scouts are needed to help from 9 AM to Noon. Contact Dan if you can help. |
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| 4-2-2008 |
Everyone: The troop will return to the Tea Room in the High Knob Area of Gambrill State Park starting with tomorrows regular troop meeting (Thursday, April 3rd). Remember the main room is not heated so make sure your son has a coat and brings a flash light. (No lights up on the parking lot.)
Mr. Chuck Harris
Assistant Scoutmaster |
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| 3-30-2008 |
Binzer Eagle Project Schedule: Construction/Prefabrication—small teams of 5 workers including myself at my home (with pizza)
Friday, April 18 5:30-8:00 pm
Saturday, April 19 5:30-8:00 pm
Friday, May 2 5:30-8:00 pm
Saturday, May 3 5:30-8:00 pm
Friday, May 9 5:30-8:00 pm
Installation—at Wiles Branch Park, Middletown, MD with a team of 6 including myself (see shift options)
Saturday, May 10 9 am-5 pm
or, 9 am-1 pm and 1 pm-5 pm
Friday, May 16 5-8 pm
Friday, May 23 5-8 pm
Saturday, May 24 9 am-5 pm
or, 9 am-1 pm and 1 pm-5 pm
Friday, May 30 5-8 pm
Please call Hank if you can help so he knows who he can expect and when. |
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| 3-17-2008 |
| There is NO Troop meeting on Thursday, March 20th because of Holy Week. |
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| 3-2-2008 |
Scouts,
To those I asked to help tear down the shed on March 8 as part of my eagle scout project, I need to know if you are able to help. Please RSVP by Monday evening.
Thanks,
Forrest
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| 2-28-2008 |
Due to tonight’s Court of Honor, the February Boards of Review & Committee Meeting have been scheduled for Saturday, March 1st at the Molander’s.
Boards of Review begin at 2:30 p.m. Trained Committee Members, please reply if you are available for the Boards of Review.
The Committee Meeting will follow at 3:00 p.m. All parents are welcomed to attend the Committee Meeting.
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| 2-8-2008 |
Day Hike to Annapolis Rock on the Appalachian Trail Follow Scout Sunday Mass at Holy Family on Sunday, Feb 17th.
Those going will be leaving from Holy Family Catholic Church, or you can meet at 11 AM at the Appalachian Trail parking lot on US 40 at the top of South Mountain just west of Myersville.
Bring water, a bagged lunch, a day pack, a hat, rain gear, a winter coat, and gloves. Be layered for cold weather.
Ending time - We will call parents from the trail, expect returne to the parking lot at 4 PM, we will call if we are earlier.
Please let your patrol leader know if you plan on attending so he can let Forrest know who will going.
More information - Contact Nathaniel or SPL |
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| 1-25-2008 |
| The Annual Troop Planning Meetings 2008 Calendar is now posted. |
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| 1-2-2008 |
| Reminder: All scouts should pay their dues and turn in any popcorn money at the Thursday, January 3rd troop meeting at the Gambrill Maintenance Building. |
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| 12-9-2007 |
Training Plan for 2008 Philmont Expedition
ALL PARTICIPATING SCOUTS AND ADULT LEADERS
Preparation for your participation in our Philmont trek must now begin in earnest. That is, you need to start road marching with a full backpack a minimum of three days a week. It is best that you begin with shorter distances (2-3 Miles) and increase your distance to 5 miles with a two week period. Additionally, carry as much weight as possible - - start with 20 pounds (or 15 per cent of your body weight, whichever is greater) and gradually increase the weight until you are comfortable carrying between 35 and 40 pounds.
To gain the most from your preparation hikes, please ensure you hike on asphalt to assist in toughening up your feet, and try to select routes that traverse some small hills. Always wear two pair of wool boot socks and headgear. Remember, the intent is to get your feet in shape and get your body used to carrying the weight.
Collectively, we will conduct five preparation hikes, carrying 35 – 40 pounds of weight, and the dates are as follows:
16 Feb 10 miles (flat); Western MD Rail Trail
0800 – 1630
15 March 5 miles (up and down); Appalachian Trail,
0800 – 1630
19 - 20 Apr 12 miles (flat); C & O Canal (Overnight on Trail),
2 – 4 May Appalachian Trail (2 Overnights on Trail)
7 – 8 June Appalachian Trail (Overnight on Trail)
18 June Air Travel to Albuquerque, NM from Baltimore, MD
Departure for the two overnight hikes on the Appalachian Trail will be in the early evening or early morning timeframe, with the exact times and departure locations to be announced as soon as practical.
ASM Chuck Harris
Philmont Trek Coordinator
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| 12-7-2007 |
| Philmont Trek Prep Hike on the A.T. has been cancelled for Saturday, December 8th. The hike will be rescheduled when the hazardous trail conditions improve. |
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| 11-28-2007 |
A Philmont Trek meeting has been set up with the owner, Clyde Hicks of the "Trail House" in downtown Frederick for Thursday, November 29th at 7 PM.
Those members going to Philmont will meet at the store just after it closes, so Mr. Hicks can show us all the types of gear you might need for next summers expedition to Philmont, NM. He and his staff are very knowledgable regarding back-country back packing and have a variety of hiking shoes, packs, clothing and other assorted gear for you to look at.
The store is located at 17 South Market Street, Frederick, MD 21701.
Need directions call Mr. Chuck Harris (301) 471-4600. |
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| 8-7-2007 |
Troop 217 parents:
We are preparing for our 5th annual pool party and pot luck, which will be held on August 19th, from 5-8pm at the Marty Snook Pool in Hagerstown. I am in charge of organizing the food for this event and would like to try to get a plan made. Please consider what you would like to bring and let me know via e-mail at kmkehn@yahoo.com .
If you have a specialty dish that you are known for, we would love to try it. Please keep in mind that you will be sharing with a large number of people. I would also like to have a couple people willing to wait until the week before and bring whatever I see that we are short on. I can send e-mail reminders closer to the date.
I will also send out updates as to what we have or need, so that hopefully we can have a well rounded selection.
We need to have a head count on or before August 12th. Please e-mail me with your name and how many family members are attending. Only immediate family members please. We are asking that you contribute $3.00 per family to help lower the costs incurred by the troop.
Michelle Kehn
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| 8-3-2007 |
| The Valley Forge Campout has been cancelled because of lack of water in the campound the troop was going to stay at. For additional information contact Scoutmaster Wunderlich. |
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| 7-26-2007 |
On Saturday, July 28th the first of a number of Philmont training hikes will be held for those planning on going with Troop 217 in June 2008.
We will meet at 8:30 am on the parking lot at Holy Family Catholic Church, Middletown,MD. The first hike will be a day hike from Weaverton parking lot north to Gathland.
Contact Mr. Chuck Harris (301) 471-4600 for more information. |
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| 7-9-2007 |
This Thursday, July 12th every scout going to Camp Bowman with the troop needs to bring their summer camp gear to the Gambrill Maintenance Building for inspection by members of the Senior Patrol. Drop off and inspection will occur starting at 7 PM up until 8 PM.
Please bring two envelopes marked with the Scouts name, one with $11 for breakfast on the way back from camp and a second with $15 for gas (Cash Please). Please give the envelopes to Troop Treasurer Mrs. Pat Harris.
Scouts DO NOT pack your uniform. As usual we will be traveling to and back from Goshen in full Troop 217 Class A.Do not bring electronics. Also Cell phones still do not work at Goshen. The cellular tower was not built.
If your scout incurs a cost for a merit badge while at camp - i.e. leatherwork, the troop will bill you after camp.
The Troop will leave promptly from the rear parking lot of "My Bank" (Main Street, Myersville) at 9 AM, on Saturday, July 14th. Remember to wear your full Class A on Saturday, and bring $8 cash for lunch on the way down to camp and what ever spending money for camp.
The troop will return on Saturday, July 21st to the same "My Bank" parking lot. We will have your son call you to let you know the exact pick up time when we are still about one hour from the Myersville parking lot.
See everyone on Thursday, Mr. Harris |
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| 4-20-2007 |
Big Sweep and Campout
Meet: Saturday, April 21--8:00 a.m. at the Rt 17 McDonalds in Myersville
Saturday: We will be doing our service project Saturday morning on Loy
Wolfe Road. When we are finished, we will go to the Binzer Ranch and set up camp. We will have campfires and an axe-yard.
Sunday: Pick-up from the Binzer Ranch by 11:00 a.m.
What to Bring on Saturday:
• Bag lunch
• RAINGEAR!!
Bring your camping gear to the Troop meeting on Thursday the 19th. It will be loaded into the trailer at that time. If you cannot make it on Thursday, either call Hank 301-293-1937, or ask a fellow scout to take your gear for you.
Patrols are responsible for their food, just like any other campout.
Details for Saturday Campout
• Only set up in camping areas designated by Hank Binzer or another senior scout!
• Don’t play with the burn piles! If this becomes a problem, there will be no fire!
• If you want to go into the woods, check with Hank first and make sure you have a buddy!
• There should be a Porta-Pot!
• Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast must be hot!
• Have fun!
Questions or Comments:
Call Hank 301-293-1937
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| 3-30-2007 |
| Their will be no regular troop meeting on Holy Thursday, April 5th. The next regular troop meeting will be held on April 12th at the Gambrill Maintenance Building starting at 7:30 PM |
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| 3-23-2007 |
Directions to Chuckys Eagle Project at the Brunswick Railroad Museum.
The Brunswick Railroad Museum, located at 40 West Potomac Street. Directions from 340 (towards Charlestown), get off at the Brunswick exit, turn left. There will be a circle and you will want to stay on 17 (you will drive past Sheetz). Continue for about one mile, 17 will split at the first traffic light, you will want to go right (there is a yield sign) and continue on Petersville Road for about one mile. There will e another circle; you will need to go on the third street in the circle (the second street will turn into a bridge and will take you to VA). Go one block. Turn left at the stop sign, you will see the museum on the right. If you need to park, you may want to park in the Marc train station parking lot. The museums phone number is 301.834.7100.
The first phase of the project will start tomorrow at 9 and should be completed by 4 pm.
Scouts please wear class B or a red shirt and old jeans, as this will be messy work. If you have work gloves please bring them.
Please bring water to drink. Lunch will be provided. Please let me know if anyone has food allergies when eating pizza.
I will have a sign in sheet, please make sure you find me when you arrive so I can sign you in. Please let me know when you leave so I can sign you out.
Questions call me at 301.624.4397 Chucky
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| 3-18-2007 |
Eagle Project Work Weekend Coming Up!
On the weekend of March 24 and 25, Phase 1 of Chuckies Eagle Project will begin.
The location is Brunswick Railroad Museum
We will work from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
If any scouts volunteering have work gloves, please bring them. We will be removing alot of unwanted material from one of the museums lofts. Any boys with asthma will work outside with an adult to help load the materials brought down into the dump trailer. This project should only take
Saturday to complete, but I have permission for Sunday; if necessary. The boys will bring unwanted materials down a ladder,
down 2 flights of stairs, and give these materials to the dump loaders/set down outside until loader loads it. Some materials will be disassembled in the loft, so the boys can carry the items. The items carried down will be either carried by hand, or in trash bags. I will have all necessary materials/equipment at the museum
when the boys arrive. The boys will be assigned jobs when they arrive, after signing in. At noon, lunch will be provided.
Call Chuckie at (301)624-4397 for more information.
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| 3-13-2007 |
Big Sweep Information: This year the registration form and contribution form are posted to the troop web server. However, there is no link from the web site to the form, so you will need to use this link:
http://www.troop217.org/docs/2007_Big_Sweep_Individual_Registration_Pledge_Form.pdf
Please print out and fill in the first page, which is the individual registration form, and turn it in to me. Print out the second page as many times as you need to track your Big Sweep contributions. DO NOT TURN YOUR MONEY OR REGISTRATION INTO VOLUNTEER FREDERICK. I will also have paper copies available at the Troop meetings. If you have any troubles with the online form, please send me an email describing the trouble you are having. In order that we can do this as a troop, and track our results as a troop, money and registrations need to be turned in to myself, Mrs. Pat Harris, or Mrs. Wunderlich. If we are not available, check with Mr. Wunderlich or any other Assistant Scoutmaster.
It looks like we are lined up to collect trash on Loy Wolfe Road again this year. More details for the weekend will be coming in the next several weeks, but be sure to mark your calendars for Saturday, April 21st, which is the day of the Big Sweep. Troop 217 will receive 75% of what we collect, with the other 25% going to the Volunteer Frederick organization.
This is the troops biggest fundraiser of the year, and your participation is crucial to helping Troop 217 reach our collection goal of $4,000. Last year our troop received $1,722.38, so you can see we have really pushed our goal for this year. Normally, each scout would receive 25% of what the troop receives back, based on contributions the scout raised, for his scout account. IF, though, we make our goal, that percentage will be raised to 50%! As an example, if a scout raises $200 in contributions, the troop receives $150 (200x75%). The scout would receive $37.50 ($150x25%) for his scout account. That amount would be $75 (150x50%) should we reach our troop goal of $4,000. This is an excellent way for you to raise money for summer camp, for the 2008 Philmont trek or to pay your dues.
If you have any questions, please send me an email, or catch me before a troop meeting.
Mr. Eggleston
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| 3-9-2007 |
The 4th Annual BSA First Aid Meet to be held Saturday, March 10 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Frederick Ward.
Troop will meet at the church at 5:30 pm.
Directions - Take US Rt. 40 east (Golden Mile) becomes MD-144 east (W Patrick St), turn right at light (Norva Ave), go one block and turn right onto Wyngate Dr, turn right onto North Place. You are at 199 North Place, Frederick, MD
Look for Mr. Harris & Mr. Grissom near the entrance to the church. Do not forget to wear your Class A uniform.
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| 2-27-2007 |
If you plan on going with Troop 217 to the Goshen Scout Reservation, Camp Bowman registration is currently under way. The troop will be doing patrol cooking at Camp Bowman. The troop will leave on Saturday, July 14th and return home from camp on Saturday, July 21st.
Total Cost for Summer Camp:
Before April 15 - $250/scout; $160/adult
After April 15th - $275/scout; $170/adult
To receive a Goshen Summer Camp Baseball Hat you need to make a $50 deposit NO LATER THAN THIS THURSDAY, March 1st.
Scouts - With your deposit the balance of camp fee due will be $200 by April 15th or $225 if paid after April 15th
Adults - With your deposit the balance of camp fee due will be $110 by April 15th or $120 if paid after April 15th
Make your check payable to "Troop 217"; give your check either to Mr. Chuck Harris or Mrs. Pat Harris. |
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| 2-25-2007 |
Dutch Oven Dinner - Beef Stew with Dumplings
Brown approximatley 2 lbs Round steak cut into cubes along with 1 large chopped yellow onion and 1/4 cup of vegetable oil. After meat and onion are cooked add canned vegetables and potatoes.
Need:
2 cans white potatoes (cut in half)
1 can sliced carrots
1 can cut green beans
1 can whole tomatoes
Add Flour for thickening after meat and vegetables are warmed.
Top stew with Bisquick dumplings – follow package directions.
Other items needed charcoal, lighter fluid, aluminum foil, hot pads. |
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| 2-18-2007 |
| The Hike scheduled for Sunday, February 18th has been CANCELLED because of icy conditions. |
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| 12-17-2006 |
Troop 217 after 5 years of applying for a trek at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico finally did receive a date. Mark your calendars! The crew will arrive no later in New Mexico on June 19th, 2008 (week following public school dismissal) and we will depart Philmont on July 1st, 2008.
The minimum age required to attend Philmont is 14 by January 1st, 2008 OR have completed the 8th grade and be at least 13 yrs. old prior to participation. Also, each crew (7-12 participants) must have the majority of youth and is limited to a maximum of four (4) adults over 21 years of age. Philmont has implemented height/weight limits to improve the health and safety of participants. Base camp is at 6,500 ft elevation up to over 14,000 ft with most of the 50+ mile backpacking trek being at about 9,000 ft elevation. Training will be scheduled to prepare for the trip and participation will be required. Adult scouters will be encouraged to take Wilderness First Aid.
By January 20th, 2007 I need a $50 deposit from each person who wants to attend made payable to "Troop 217". Space is limited, if we get more requests than slots, participation will be based on age and rank.
Look for the Philmont Sign Up sheet at Thursday, December 21st troop meeting at Gambrill or contact me directly so I can put your name on the list.
Chuck Harris
Assistant Scoutmaster
Troop 217
(301) 293-1260
flapps@aol.com
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| 11-17-2006 |
DRAFT - Check List For Campouts
1. Names and phone numbers of all planners
2. Date of trip - On troop calendar?
3. Location of trip
4. Miles from Myersville
5. Names of adult leaders going
6. Drivers to & from
7. Activities (Questions to ask)
Restrictions?
Adults trained?
Rank restrictions?
Do activities help with advancement? What requirements? What merit badges?
8. Costs payable to troop
9. Food
10. Admission costs
11. Camping reservation fees and related cost per person
12. Determine fuel reimbursement costs at $0.17 per mile
13. Spending money to bring along
14. Troop equipment needs to include tents, cooking, firewood, etc.
15. Contact information for location stay at
16. When returning to Myersville?
17. Permission Slips
18. Tour permit
19. Flyers
Date Checklist =
90 Days - Location, drivers, activities
60 Days - Confirm reservations, drivers, flyers, mileage, adult training
30 Days - Cost, updated flyer
3 Weeks - Head count, equipment needs, confirm drivers and adult leaders, menus
2 Weeks - Troop money due, check patrol box supplies
1 Week - Load trailer to go
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| 11-7-2006 |
Troop 217 Dues: If you have not paid your dues, they are now "past due". Please pay as soon as possible. $30 is due now with the remaining $30 due on February 1, 2007 or you can pay the full $60 now.
Ski Trip: $160 is due for the ski trip this Thursday, November 9. Please give your check to Assistant Scoutmaster Chuck Harris as Mrs. Pat Harris will not be at the meeting. We only have about eight spaces left. The Ski Trip is January 26-28, 2007.
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| 10-11-2006 |
Swallow Falls State Park
Troop 217 Camping Trip
October 13 – 15, 2006
Schedule:
Friday, October 13th
5:30 PM Leave from the Myersville Bank parking lot (Eat before you come)
7:00 PM Stop at rest area I-68 (approximately at mile marker 50)
7:15 PM Leave the rest stop
8:30 PM Arrive at the park and begin set up
10:45 PM Lights Out
11:00 PM Quiet Time
Saturday, October 14th
6:30AM Wake up
6:45AM Begin Cooking
7:30AM Begin Cleanup
7:45AM Finish up cooking, eating and cleanup
8:00AM Start Waterfalls hike
11:00AM Return from Hike (Down time)
12:00 PM Cook Lunch
1:30 PM Go get Ice Cream
3:00 PM Begin Orienting Course
5:00 PM Begin Cooking
6:00 PM Eat Dinner
6:30 PM Begin Cleanup
7:00 PM Night hike hang out until lights out
Sunday, October 15th
6:30AM Wake up
6:45AM Begin Cooking
7:30AM Begin Cleanup
7:45AM Finish up cooking, eating and cleanup, Begin Packing up gear
8:30AM Begin Scouts Own
9:00AM Leave Swallow Falls State Park
10:30AM Arrive at the rest stop at approximately mile marker 50 on I-68
10:45AM Leave the rest area
11:00AM Begin calling parents
12:00PM Arrive back at the Myersville bank parking lot
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| 9-12-2006 |
Its POPCORN TIME!
Dont forget to bring to the Court of Honor, your popcorn order forms showing at least TEN items have been ordered, so your name can be entered into the door prize drawing. We will be updating the troops goal chart so if you have more than one form bring them all!
See you there, Mrs. Hammer |
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| 8-17-2006 |
The next Court of Honor is Thursday, Sept 14th. For any scout who would like to advance to the next rank - now is the time!
Please bring your scout book to this Thursdays meeting. Mr. Wunderlich will sign off all requirements.
If you are ready for a board of review, the next one is Thursday, August 24th. Please contact Mr. Molander once you have your
Scoutmaster Conference.
If you are working on your Scout rank - practice your oath, law, knots and scout information! Now is the time! |
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| 8-4-2006 |
Once again it’s time to shed uniforms and don swimming gear for the annual Marty Snook Pool Party Extravaganza!
When- Sunday, August 20th, 2006- at 5:00 pm. Til 8:30 pm. We eat at 5:00 and swim from 6:30-8:30.
Where- Marty Snook Pool in Hagerstown. See directions.
Cost- $2/sibling or family member who will swim, Scouts registered in troop 217 are FREE. (includes adults)
What to bring- Each family needs to bring their own plates, utensils, cups, and a covered dish to feed their own family and several other families. Last year there were at least 50 people there. As far as what to bring-
If you are bringing something that needs to be kept warm, think crock pot.
If you are bringing something cold, put the bowl into a bigger bowl with ice in the bigger bowl.
Definitly cover it and provide a serving spoon or fork.
Meat dishes are the most desired ones, like chili, hot dogs, tuna sandwhiches, etc,…
Macaroni salads are ok, but don’t go as quickly as some other dishes.
Fruit salads are good, and desserts always go quickly.
Drinks and tables are being provided by the troop.
Bring chairs to sit on while eating, as well as swimming gear and towels.
After you decide what you are going to bring, please contact me either via e-mail or phone so I can make any necessary adjustments. My phone is (301)371-7512. My e-mail is
Thank you and hope to see you there.
Mrs. Tousignaut- Michaels mom.
Directions: Interstate 70 West to Downsville Pike (the exit past the outlets). At the end of the exit ramp, go straight through the light. Make the first left into the park. Follow the park road until you see the pool on the right. Scouts will direct you to our site. We are usually "behind" the pool from the parking lot.
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| 7-11-2006 |
REMINDER We will be meeting this Thursday night July 13th between 7 & 8 pm at Holy Family Catholic Church on Rt 17 south of Middletown. ALL scouts who are going to Goshen need to bring their gear for a full
inspection. After inspection we will load all gear in the troop trailer where it will be kept until Saturday. No packs will be loaded in the trailer unless they pass
inspection.
Your Goshen packet has a list of all items needed. If there is anything that is unclear
have you son call his patrol leader or the SPL, Alex at 301-739-7343.
The follow items are important to keep in mind:
1) All gear will be inspected no matter how many times you have been to camp.
2) If gear is missing you may be asked to run home and get it.
3) Parents and scouts must meet with Mr. Wunderlich to fill out a camp information form BEFORE any gear is inspected or loaded. Without this form you can not
leave for camp.
4) DO NOT wear or pack your uniform. You will wear full Troop 217 Class A uniform on Saturday. If you are bringing spare uniform parts (socks, etc.) these should be packed. You should also pack a clothes hanger as you will need to to hang your uniform each night after flags.
5) Please bring your money for gas and the return breakfast on Thursday in an envelope with the scouts name on it. Your Saturday lunch money should be in your pocket when you are dropped off to leave Saturday
morning.
Parents and scouts need to see Mr.
Wunderlich on Saturday before the parents leave.
6) If you are working on a merit badge that requires work to be done at home, please make sure that work is packed with your gear for inspection.
7) Please bring any old hand tools you may be willing to donate on Thursday.
Mr. Wunderlich will collect these items for the quartermaster at camp. If you have a question about a tool, call Mr. Wunderlich directly.
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| 7-5-2006 |
Scoutmaster Wunderlich is putting together a tool box for Camp Bowman that the Troop will take to Goshen Summer Camp in less than two weeks. He is looking for donations of both power tools and hand tools (i.e. hammers, wrenches, pliers, files, axes, saws, screw driver sets, socket sets, etc.). If you have any extra tools that you can spare, please bring them to the pack drop off next Thursday, July 13th at Holy Family Catholic Church.
Thank you, Mrs. Pam Harris
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| 7-1-2006 |
Hershey Park Trip Cancelled
Since there was a general lack of interest in this event, we do not have enough boys to get the troop discount. Therefore, we will not be going to Hershey this week.
Since this is a holiday week, we will also not be having a meeting. I need all patrol leaders to call the SPL Alex on Monday to get the meeting information for next week. At that time we will be loading our gear, having a general gear check and have the final paperwork check for camp. All boys MUST have a parent present at this meeting to meet with the scoutmaster and go over the paperwork for summer camp.
Scoutmaster Wunderlich
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| 6-18-2006 |
In lieu of the troop meeting on July 6th, a day trip to Hershey Park is being planned. Families will be invited, and we are looking for drivers.
The details are: The cost of the trip will be $35 if we have 20 or more people going, and $42 if we do not. We will need a head count to know what the price will be.
Please let us know if you will only be going if the price is $35, or if you will go at either price.
We will be leaving the Myersville "My Bank" parking lot promptly at 7am so we want everyone to arrive at the "My Bank parking lot at 6:50 am.
You may pack a bag lunch or buy your lunch. The troop will be having lunch together, but each Scout will be responsible for their lunch. Scouts will need to be in a Class B for lunch, Scouts will not be wearing swimsuits when we eat.
You may want to bring a swim suit if you are planning to go on any water rides.
Please call Dan at 301-293-3591 or Nathaniel at 301-739-7343 to give us a head count for your family, if you will only be going if the price is $35, what time you want to return, and if your parent can be a driver for this event.
Remember, families are allowed to come with the Scout. The final price will be posted as soon as we get a head count for the trip.
P.S. Please check your email regularly for updates on the Hershey trip.
Dan & Nathaniel |
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| 6-12-2006 |
Thursday, June 15th their is a Manadantory Parent Meeting at the Gambrill Tea Room. The meeting will start promptly at 7:30. A packet will be handed out to each family. Troop leadership will review philosophy, uniforming, annual plan, summer camp, etc.
While the parent meeting is going on the scouts will be on a hike.
Bring your questions.
PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND! |
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| 6-5-2006 |
The one day Canoe Trip on the Monacacy River is FULL. Scouts are to dropped off by 7 AM and will be picked up at 3 PM at Pine Cliff County Park. Pine Cliff is located off I-70 (Exit 55: South Street). Take Reichs Ford south for 1 1/2 miles and cross Monacacy River bridge. Turn left on Pine Cliff Rd and follow signs back to the park.
Bring a bag lunch in a water proof container and 2 - 3 liters of water. Additional information will be reviewed on Thursday, June 8th at the regular troop meeting. |
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| 5-22-2006 |
A Court of Honor will be held on Thursday, June 1st at the Pry Field Hospital starting at 7 pm. Scouts be at the Pry by 6:30 pm to practice flags and help get set up. You are expected to wear the Troop 217 Class A uniform. Bring a chair, flashlight and a desert to share. The troop will supply drinks.
Directions to the Pry House - Alt US 40 west to Boonsboro. Turn left onto Rt 34 (light in center of town) towards Sharpsburg. Once you pass Keedysville, (Red Byrd Restaurant) the turn for the Pry House Field Hospital Museum is 1-2 miles. The brown sign is large and easy to see. Turn right into long driveway. If you cross Antietam Creek you went too far. |
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| 4-25-2006 |
Free American Sign Language classes will start May 18, 2006. Classes will be held at Pavilion 3 (the pavilion to the right of the Tea Room). Class will be from 7:00 to 7:30 pm. We will meet on the 2nd and 3rd Thursday of every month (3rd week only, when we go to the summer schedule) Please bring a 1” or 2” binder. We will start at a beginner level. We will also talk about Deaf Culture and how to interact with Deaf people. All scouts and parents are welcome to attend. Please e-mail Mrs. Pam Harris (Bobby and Brandon’s mom) if you are planning to attend. Bob8Har@aol.com
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| 4-21-2006 |
SATURDAY - APRIL 22nd "Big Sweep"
Troop is meeting at 8am at the Myersville McDonald. Bring money for breakfast. Then we are leaving to go clean up Loy Wolf Rd, rain or shine. Bring two (2) bag lunches, as after the clean up we will be traveling down to Washington Monument State Park to do a skills afternoon where we will stay and eat lunch and later dinner. (Change from the Washington Co Ag Center location talked last night at the troop meeting - it was not available.) |
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| 4-20-2006 |
The woggle web site is at
http://members.tripod.com/~cubclub/turk1t.html
Cut & paste the above link and you can get there.
Mrs. Wunderlich |
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| 3-30-2006 |
| Directions to the Pry House - Alt US 40 west to Boonsboro. Turn left onto Rt 34 (light in center of town) towards Sharpsburg. Once you pass Keedysville, (Red Byrd Restaurant) the turn for the Pry House Field Hospital Museum is 1-2 miles. The brown sign is large and easy to see. Turn right into long driveway. If you cross Antietam Creek you went too far. |
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| 3-28-2006 |
| There is NO Troop meeting this Thursday, March 30th. It is the 5th Thursday. |
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| 2-28-2006 |
| Their will be a PLC meeting starting at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 2nd at the Gambrill Maintenance Shop. |
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| 1-27-2006 |
Mrs. Wunderlich sent out the ski trip permission slip this morning. Please fill it out and bring to the meeting on Thursday, Feb 2nd. Parents, if you provide a cell phone number as an emergency contact number, please have your battery charged and keep your cell phone turned on for the entire weekend. Mr. Molander and Mr. Huth will want to get home quickly on Sunday evening, please stay close to the phone you provide for the Sunday pick up information.
Second, scouts bring ALL gear - duffle bag/suitcase and sleeping bag to the Thursday meeting. We will load the cars at this time. Also bring two seperate envelopes containing $5 each for dinner to and from the resort. Mr. Molander or Mr. Huth will keep one so that the money is not spent during the weekend. Put your name on the envelopes.
Please email Mrs. Wunderlich if you will not be at the meeting to make arrangements to get the gear/permission slips and dinner money.
Mr. Molander will be purchasing all the snacks for the weekend, there is no need to bring extra food.
The scouts will leave at Friday, Feb 3rd promptly at 4:30 pm from the MyBank parking lot in Myersville. Remember you will need to wear your scout uniform on Friday.
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| 1-23-2006 |
Troop 217 will hold its winter Court of Honor on Thursday, February 16th (in place of the regular meeting) at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine in
Frederick. All scouts are expected to attend. Parents, please bring a snack to share. The troop will supply drinks.
Thursday, January 26th will be the last committee board of review before the February 16th Court of Honor. Please contact Scoutmaster Wunderlich if you have completed advancement requirements.
Parents please note: A Friends of Scouting presentation will be held at the Court of Honor. |
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| 1-23-2006 |
| Thank you everyone who attended the annual planning meeting on January 22nd. Lots of good ideas were talked about and put on paper. The troop calendar will be updated shortly to reflect plans for the upcoming year to help both scouts and parents know what the troop plans to do. |
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| 1-21-2006 |
| New photos are up. Check out the scrap book page. |
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| 1-5-2006 |
| Scouts needing the drug awareness requirement should plan on coming early to the Troop meeting on January 19th. Starting at 7 pm Mr. Harris will work with those scouts to get this requirement completed. |
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| 12-16-2005 |
TROOP CHRISTMAS PARTY Rescheduled
Due to inclement weather the troop party originally scheduled for December 15 will now be on Thursday, December 22nd at the Wunderlich home from 7-9 pm |
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| 12-9-2005 |
Mr. Wunderlich is holding a "finish up your leatherwork merit badge session" for any boy who started the badge but did not finish it at summer camp.
It will be on WEDNESDAY, Dec. 28 at 7pm at the Wunderlich home. (had a conflict on the original date)
Scouts - you must tell Mr. Wunderlich if you plan to attend. |
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| 12-8-2005 |
| The troop meeting for Thursday, December 8th has been cancelled because of the predicted snow. |
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| 12-3-2005 |
TROOP CHRISTMAS PARTY
The troop meeting on December 15 will be a Christmas Party at the Wunderlich home from 7-9 pm. Hank will talk to the boys about our traditional gift exchange at
Thursdays meeting - the best part of the evening!
Please bring a snack to share.
Uniforms are not required.
Below are the directions to our home:
70 West to Rt. 65 South towards Sharpsbrg exit 29.
Turn left at the light at the end of the exit ramp. Go 1 1/2miles to Wagaman Road, just past the Food Lion.
Turn left onto Wagaman Road. We are 18513 the mailbox is on the left the long gravel driveway is on the right. If you cross the railroad tracks you have gone 4 driveways too far. Phone number is 301-739-7343
Mrs. Wunderlich
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| 11-28-2005 |
SKI Trip: Remember that all ski trip deposits ($80) must be handed in to
me by this Tuesday, Nov. 29 at the committee meeting. I will mail out our deposit on Wed. morning, Tuesday is the last day.
Thanks!
Mrs. Irene Wunderlich
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| 11-20-2005 |
The Troop Committee meeting this month is being moved because of the Thanksgiving holiday. It will be held this Tuesday, November 29th, at 7:30 pm at the Molanders. We will be having three boards-of-review this week, Joe - Tenderfoot, Nathaniel - First Class, and Bobby - Eagle. Do any of the committee members, or any one else, have any items that they need to have included on the agenda?
For those that need directions from the I-70 Myersville Westbound exit. Get off the ramp for Myersville, turn right onto MD 17. Follow MD 17 - Main Street into Myersville. Stay on Main Street when MD 17 turns right. At the three way stop, go straight. The road is now Canada Hill Road. Continue on Canada hill until the road turns to the right and becomes Easterday Road. Cross over US 40 and continue on Easterday for about 1/2 mile to our house is #10825 on the right. We are in a common driveway with two other houses. We are the first house on the right on the driveway.
Chris Molander, Committee Chair |
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| 10-28-2005 |
| Bike Camp Out at Happy Hills Campground: We will leave from the My Bank parking lot in Myersville at 6 pm on Friday, November 4th and will return at 10:30 am on Sunday, November 6th. Cost will be determined following the event. If you are attending and want to work on your camping merit badge please either e-mail Mr. Harris or call him at home to discuss your needs. |
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| 10-21-2005 |
| Fall Camporee: Meet at the My Bank rear parking lot next to the Myersville Fire Department at 5 pm and bring a bag dinner. Please wear boots if you have them and bring extra socks and pair of shoes. |
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| 10-14-2005 |
| Bike Campout for 1st Class Scouts and Above: Bring your bike and helmet for an inspection next Thursday, October 20th to the Gambrill Maintenance Shop during the regular troop meeting. The camp out is the weekend of November 4-6. For additional information check with Hank or Mr. Harris. |
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| 10-4-2005 |
| Directions to the Pry House - Alt US 40 west to Boonsboro. Turn left onto Rt 34 (light in center of town) towards Sharpsburg. Once you pass Keedysville, (Red Byrd Restaurant) the turn for the Pry House Field Hospital Museum is 1-2 miles. The brown sign is large and easy to see. Turn right into long driveway. If you cross Antietam Creek you went too far. |
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| 10-4-2005 |
Our Fall Court of Honor will be next Thursday, Oct 6th at the Pry House Field Hospital Museum Barn on Antietam Battlefield. We will start at 7 pm.
All scouts are expected to attend in full Class A uniform. Parents and siblings are encouraged to participate.
We have many rank advancements to present, merit badges from summer camps, plus some entertainment (video of camp flag ceremony).
The troop will supply drinks, we ask each family to bring a snack to share.
Popcorn orders are due Oct. 13. If the scout will not be at that troop meeting, please bring popcorn orders to the Court of Honor. |
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| 9-11-2005 |
| Reminder: Patrol meetings will be set by the Patrol Leaders this week, their will be NO Troop meeting at Gambrill this coming Thursday, September 15th because of the Delaplaine Dinner. For location of your patrol meeting contact your patrol leader or the SPL. |
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| 9-8-2005 |
| No sign language class on Thursday, September 8th. Please bring your $25 non-refundable deposit with you to the troop meeting if you plan on attending the Virginia Beach Campout. |
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| 8-31-2005 |
| IMPORTANT NOTICE: for Scouts and Parents. Look over the updated Advancement section of the Troop 217 Handbook for important information about Board of Reviews. |
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| 8-1-2005 |
| Check out the speech President Bush made at the National Jamboree and other Jamboree News |
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| 7-22-2005 |
| Day trip scheduled to attend the 2005 National Jamboree at Ft. AP Hill, Virginia. We plan on leaving the Myersville Park & Ride at 5 AM and will return at approximately 10 PM. If you are interested in going please call Mr. Wunderlich this weekend. |
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| 7-18-2005 |
| CONGRATULATIONS TO TROOP 217 ON BEING AWARDED THE GOSHEN SCOUT RESERVATION - CAMP BOWMAN "HONOR TROOP OF THE WEEK" DURING WEEK #2. This is no easy task and marks the fourth year in a row that Troop 217 has recieved this honor at Camp Bowman. |
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| 6-21-2005 |
| All Scouts Going To Goshen Summer Camp: Please review the merit badge list and be prepared to talk with Mr. Harris on Thursday, July 7th at the troop meeting about what you would like to take when you are at camp from July 9 - 16, 2005. |
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| 6-21-2005 |
| Be sure to call and schedule a time with Mr. Molander if you want to be interviewed for rank advancement on Thursday, June 23rd. |
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| 6-9-2005 |
| Appalachian Trail 5 Mile Hike on Sunday, June 12th starting at 12:30 pm from the Gathland State Park, Arnoldstown parking lot. We will be heading south on the trail to Weaverton Cliffs. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. We plan to return to Gathland by 5:30 pm. Questions contact Troop Guide Al Wunderlich or Mr. Harris. |
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| 6-9-2005 |
Attention! Bobbie is going to start his eagle scout project on June 11, 2005 at Maryland School for the Deaf at 8 am. We will remove the roof on the gazebo. If you can come please:
Dress cool- old work clothes
bring work gloves
bring water
wear sunscreen
You will earn service time.
Adults- if you have wheelbarrows and hammers/ flat bars please bring them too. |
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| 5-27-2005 |
SEVERAL ITEMS:
The next Troop Meeting will be Thursday, June 2nd at the Gambrill Tea Room. This is also second scheduled "New Parent" night. IF your mom or dad missed the first one please ask them to try to attend. It will start at 7:30 PM.
Scouts will be meeting at the shelter next to the Tea Room.
Scouts & Scouters please remember to return coolers and dried tents that were used at the Fellowship Camporee at this upcoming meeting. |
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| 5-16-2005 |
NO Troop Meeting this Thursday, May 19th. The Appalachian Trail District Dinner is that evening so the meeting has been cancelled to allow the troop leadership to attend.
The following week, May 26th Troop Committee will meet at Mr. Molanders.
Therefore the next regular Troop Meeting will be June 2nd at the Gambrill Tea Room. This is also the "New Parent" night. IF you missed the first one please try to attend. It will start at 7:30 PM. |
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| 5-9-2005 |
2005 Mason Dixon Fellowship Camporee Information:
Departure - Friday, May 13th at 6:30 PM. (Rear Parking Lot of MY BANK next to the Myersville Fire House.)
Eat supper before you come.
Return - Sunday, May 15th at 11:00 AM.
(Same location as departure.) |
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| 3-30-2005 |
Spring Camporee Departure Information from the SPL.
Friday meet next to the Myserville fire house at 6:00 PM. (Rear Bank Parking Lot next to the Fire House.)
You can eat before you come or bring a brown bag dinner. This will save our time so we have more time to set up the tents.
Class A uniform everyday
If you have any questions call your patrol leader.
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| 3-2-2005 |
| Appalachian Trail District Spring Camporee Info! |
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| 1-18-2005 |
| Remember you should be keeping a weather log for the Weather Merit Badge. Second class starts this Thursday at the regular troop meeting. |
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| 1-18-2005 |
| Only one day left to sell citrus. Please either call Mr. Harris or e-mail him with any additional orders you have by tomorrow, Wednesday, January 19th. |
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| 1-10-2005 |
Citrus Order form turn in with your money is due no later than Wednesday, January 19, 2005.
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| 1-10-2005 |
Remember to bring your cold weather camping gear to Thursday evenings meeting.
Mr. Harris |
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| 1-6-2005 |
| Scouts & Scouter: Please do not forget to sell citrus. This fundraiser will help both scout accounts and supplies and additional equipment we need for the patrols. |
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| 12-18-2004 |
| From the Troop Committee, Scoutmaster Wunderlich and the Assistant Scoutmasters - Have a Merry Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year. |
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| 11-27-2004 |
| Here are some exchange items that cost less than $5 at Dicks Sporting Goods. Fleece Pillow, Survival Aid, Waterproof Pouch, Mirror, Mini Hammock (for gear), Whistle/Compass, Lexan Cutlery, & Stainless Steel Mug. All of these items are back in the camping section. Many of these items are Goghland and are available at Walmart & Kmart in the Sportings Good Section. |
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| 11-20-2004 |
| Gift Exchange at the Troop Christmas Party. On Thursday, December 16th the troop will hold a Christmas Party at the Wunderlichs. Names were picked by scouts present at the November 18th troop meeting. Each scout is asked to purchase a gift valued at the most, $5. If you do not know who you are purchasing a gift for contact either Mrs. Pam Harris or Mr. Chuck Harris. |
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| 11-12-2004 |
| Scouting for Food Pick Up: We will meet at 1030 am on the Holy Family Catholic Church parking lot. Please wear your Class "A" uniform. Bring a bag lunch and a drink because after we pick up the food we will be delivering the food to the Middletown Food Bank followed by heading to the Molanders to set up for the overnight campout. |
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| 11-5-2004 |
| Scouting for Food Bag Distribution: We will meet at 9 am on the Holy Family Catholic Church parking lot on Rt 17 south of Middletown to put out bags. Please wear your Class "B" uniform. We should be done no later than noon. |
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| 10-23-2004 |
| Pictures from Goshen are up! (finally). Check out the scrapbook! |
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| 10-15-2004 |
| We are selling popcorn after mass this weekend following the Saturday 5 pm and Sunday 9 am and 11 am. Please wear your Class A uniform. Questions call Mr Harris @ 301-293-1260. |
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| 9-24-2004 |
| Reminder: Saturday evening October 2nd the Troop will host a campfire for Webelos from surrounding Packs. Hot Cider & Roasted Marshmallows will follow the campfire that will be held at Gambrill State Park Rock Run Amphitheatre. |
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| 9-24-2004 |
| Reminder: Saturday evening October 2nd the Troop will host a campfire for Webelos from surrounding Packs. Hot Cider & Roasted Marshmallows will follow the campfire that will be held at Gambrill |
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| 9-24-2004 |
| Reminder: Saturday evening October 2nd the Troop will host a campfire for Webelos from surrounding Packs. Hot Cider & Roasted Marshmallows |
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| 9-24-2004 |
| Reminder: Saturday evening October 2nd the Troop will host a campfire for Webelos from surrounding |
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| 9-24-2004 |
| The next Patrol Leaders Council will be on Thursday, October 7th starting at 7:00 pm at the Gambrill Tea Room. |
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| 9-9-2004 |
We will NOT have a sign language class this Thursday Sept 9th before the troop meeting. SM Wunderlich will be holding the PLC meeting at 7:00 pm instead.
Mrs. Harris |
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| 7-12-2004 |
Nine scouts and four leaders camped overnight in the group area at Antietam followed by a 4 mile hike on Friday that besides the battle field, everyone got to view the Healing Fields Project that had 2998 US flags up for all the victims of the 911 attack in a corn field next the NPS visitor center.
The fee for those who participated is $5 each to cover the camping permit and Friday breakfast. If you have not already paid, give your money to Mr. Harris at this Thursday troop meeting at Gambrill. |
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| 7-3-2004 |
| On Thursday, July 8th we will leave from the Myersville Fire Hall at 7 pm to camp overnight at Antietam. Bring gear as reviewed at Thursdays troop meeting and a bag lunch for Friday. On Friday we will hike the battlefield and will be home no later than 5 pm. |
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| 6-13-2004 |
| Thursday, June 17th election nominations will take place. Please come prepared to nominate scouts for Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Troop Guide, Patrol Leaders & Assistant Patrol Leaders. |
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| 5-7-2004 |
| The May 13th Court of Honor has been postponed until June 3rd. The regular troop meeting will take place on Thursday, May 13th. Hope to see you there! |
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| 4-18-2004 |
| Emergency Preparedness Weekend is scheduled for June 11 - 13, 2004 at Eastalco. Must be First Class Scout to register. Contact Mr. Harris for additional information. |
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| 4-18-2004 |
| The Outdoor Skill Day at Mr. Spillanes house will be postponed so Scouts can attend the Fishing Derby Activity on May 1st. It will be rescheduled for later in May. |
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| 4-18-2004 |
| Holy Family Catholic Community Knights of Columbus is holding their ANNUAL FISHING DERBY on Saturday, May 1st from 9 am until 12 noon at the Middletown Community Park. Open to All Children through Grade 8. Bring your fishing pole. Bait, refreshments and prizes for all participants. Cost: Free If you want to help to get some service hours please contact Mr. Harris. |
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| 4-17-2004 |
| Congradulations to Dan and Brandon for being elected as Patrol Leader & Assistant Patrol Leader of the Beaver Patrol at Thursday, April 15th Troop Meeting! |
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| 4-9-2004 |
| Your BIG SWEEP money is due to Mr. Wunderlich on Monday, April 12. |
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| 4-6-2004 |
| Spring Camporee pictures are up! See the scrapbook. |
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| 4-1-2004 |
| Remember that their will be NO Troop meeting next Thursday, April 8th. |
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| 4-1-2004 |
| At the Troop meeting tonight, the new scouts decided that their patrol name would be the "Beavers." |
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| 3-22-2004 |
| Money for the Big Sweep is due to Mr. Wunderlich by Monday, April 12. |
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| 3-22-2004 |
Any Cub Scout who would like to advance to New Scout rank at our May Court of Honor, please talk to Mr. Wunderlich. They will have to schedule a scoutmaster conference after April 28 but before May 10. (The guidelines are on p. 4-14 of the Handbook)
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| 3-22-2004 |
| Because the Cub Scouts are not officially Boy Scouts yet - still visiting as guests until the Arrow of Light ceremony - they will attend the camporee with a parent. |
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| 3-22-2004 |
| All boys, Cubs and Scouts, are welcome to help set up for the Camporee, this Thursday. Meet at 7 p.m. at the Myersville Fire Hall |
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| 3-22-2004 |
| There will be no meeting on Thursday, April 8 (Holy Thursday) |
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| 3-12-2004 |
| Thursday, March 18th will be "new parent night". Parents of new scouts are invited to attend an orientation session starting at 7:30 pm at the Gambrill State Park maintenance shop. All scouts need to bring a working flash light, a night hike will occur while your parents are meeting with the Troop Committee. See you there! |
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| 3-4-2004 |
| Only two more troop meetings to train for the upcoming First Aid Meet. Please review your scout handbook and be prepared for practicals at the troop meeting. |
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| 3-4-2004 |
| Spring Camporee is coming up at the end of the month. If you need your cooking requirement get in touch with Hank or Mr. Wunderlich. Next Court of Honor is being planned for May 13th. |
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| 2-15-2004 |
| Sunday, February 23rd is Scout Sunday at Holy Family Catholic Community. Troop 217 will participate. Please wear your Class A uniform and come to the 9 am Mass. |
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| 1-25-2004 |
Upcoming Events:
2/7 or 2/8 - Eastern Outdoor Sports Show
2/12 - Order of the Arrow Elections
2/21 - Pack 1051 Tubing - We may go along!
3/13 - First Aid Meet
3/19 - Swim Meet
3/26-3/28 - AT District Camporee at Fort Frederick
4/17 - Big Sweep
4/24-4/25 - Webelos Woods (we are building the fire!)
4/30-5/3 - Catholic Retreat and Campout - Harford County
5/21-5/23 - Jr Leader Training at Gambrill State Park
7/24-8/1 - Summer Camp at Goshen! |
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| 12-7-2003 |
| Going to Goshen? $50 deposit due by January 15 to get the hat! |
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| 11-3-2003 |
Starting with the November 6th troop meeting, the meeting location has been changed at Gambrill from the Tea Room to the Park Shop.
At the top of the mountain turn right and the shop is located in the fenced compound on the left side of the road across from the stone house approximately 1/4 mile from the "T" intersection. The meeting time remains the same at 7:30 pm. The troop will meet here until the Spring, weather permitting. |
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| 9-28-2003 |
| Special Thanks to the Knights of Columbus and Fredericktown Bank for tent donations! |
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| 8-23-2003 |
| Goshen Summer Camp Pictures are up! |
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| 5-18-2003 |
| Troop Election Results are in the members section! Email or call the scoutmaster if you have forgotten the password! |
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| 4-19-2003 |
| FSK District Camporee Pictures are up! |
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| 4-7-2003 |
| Court of Honor pics are up. Congratulations Scouts! |
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| 4-7-2003 |
| Winter Camping at Crampton Gap pics are up! |
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| 3-23-2003 |
| Highland School Road has been "Big Sweeped"! On March 22 Troop 217 participated in the Big Sweep. Over 30 bags of trash and recyclables were picked up and the road looks much better. |
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| 2-5-2003 |
| The Troop 217 Handbook for Scouts and Parents is now up! |
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| 1-18-2003 |
| Gettysburg Hike pictures are up! |
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| 11-23-2002 |
| Annapolis Hike pictures are up! See the scrapbook. |
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| 10-7-2002 |
| Court of Honor, Heritage Days, and the Washington Monument pictures are up. Check out the Scrapbook! |
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| 8-28-2002 |
| Goshen pictures are up! |
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| 8-24-2002 |
| Troop 217 was troop of the week at Goshen! Check out the scrapbook for some great pictures. |
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