Troop,

It’s time for what you have all been waiting for. You have cast your votes, and we have listened.
You have seen the presentation, now its time to get on board.

Troop 287 EXPLORE WYOMING Extreme Adventure Camp 2023 is here. Sign up now!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-46994887-explore

The trip will take place from July 13^th through 28^th 2023.

Itinerary

July 13^th  We will depart Colorado Springs headed towards Grand Teton National Park.

July 14^th – 18^th We will backpack about 35 miles Teton Crest Trail with a potential summit of one of the Tetons.

July 19^th – 21^st We will canoe camp the Jenny Lake to Leigh Lake area and camp below the majestic Mount Moran

July 22^nd We will white water raft the Snake River and visit Jackson Hole before heading to Yellowstone National Park.

July 23^rd We will explore Yellowstone National Park and see things like Old Faithful, The Old Faithful Lodge, Thermal Pools, The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and many other natural wonders.

July 24^th – 27^th We will backpack the Wind River National Forest and attempt Gannett Peak, Wyoming’s highest point,

July 28^th we will return to Colorado Springs with tons of great memories and stories.

Who can attend?

Being a high adventure trip this activity is designed to be a challenge and is for more advanced scouts. Participants should be 13 years old or older and skilled in backpacking and other outdoor activities.
We will conduct preparatory activities leading up to the adventure.

Price

I know what you’re thinking… “That sounds like a lot of fun, but I’m not a millionaire. I can’t afford a trip like that.” …but you can. We are going to do this all for the low, low price of just $950 per person. That is a fraction of the BSA High Adventure Camps. This price includes all travel, all activities such as white water rafting, canoe rentals and back country permits, all camp food and restaurant stops, all lodging campsites and 3 hotel stays, and the adventure tee shirt to show what you have accomplished. Payments may be made in installments or all at once. A payment schedule will be released soon.

Townhall

Now I am sure that there are many questions. To address this, we have decided to hold a Townhall meeting where questions can be asked in a forum so everyone can hear the answers and get the information in one place.

Please join us on Thursday January 4th from 7-8pm to find out more. Please register for the townhall at the link below.

Webinar topic:
EXPLORE WYOMING Extreme Adventure Camp

Date and time:
Thursday, January 4, 2024 7:00 PM | (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

https://verizon.webex.com/weblink/register/ra69794ca51cff87f8f1f87f2572f0b87

The planning committee for this trip has been hard at work planning out all the details and have a lot of it planned out and are currently securing reservations for all our stops along the way. This trip will be a combination of Backpacking, Car Camping, Canoeing, Rafting, and even a couple of stops at restaurants and stays at hotels for a hot shower and mattress.

All participant families will receive a detailed itinerary of all of our stops and activities once they are all booked/secured.

Like all trips of this magnitude planning is key and the first step is knowing who will be attending. Please signup now to secure your spot. We are planning on 12 slots and space may become a premium.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-46994887-explore

Now let’s go accomplish something great and make some memories.

Thanks,

-Troop 287 Extreme Adventure Camp Committee

Troop,

Its almost here!
Tonight we will have our Troop Holiday Party and Cookie Exchange.

The uniform of the day is …… ugly holiday sweater. Come looking your worst.

As Axle relayed, please bring some cookies to trade. Mrs. Anderson will be bringing some plates and cellophane to make up our platters. There may be some extras so bring a container just in case.

Mr. Petree will have snacks and maybe a little extra prize for the best ugly sweater.

We will be playing GIMKIT, so bring a device capable of accessing the internet.

See you all tonight!

The winter campout this year is at Camp Alexander in heated bunkhouses!

When: Friday, 2/23/2024, leaving the barn by, and check out from Camp Alexander on Sunday, 2/25/2024 at Noon. More details on the sign up link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-46907560-camp#/

Troop,

We would like to get an idea of who is planning to attend the Scout Holiday Party next week. If attendance is low, we will need to reschedule in January. Please sign up below.

Thanks,

Axel

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-46916603-scout

We will meet at the barn at 7:00 am to caravan to Monarch. We plan to return to the barn by 5:00 pm. Please sign up as a driver and/or a scout at the link below.

DRIVERS: please state how many extra seats you have to help transport other scouts. Keep in mind that you will need room for each scout’s ski’s/snowboards, boots and poles.

SCOUTS: When registering a scout, please indicate if they are brining ski’s, snowboard, boots and poles or if they plan to rent equipment at the resort.  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-46876931-monarch#/

Troop,

This next meeting is going to be a Holiday Party and cookie exchange!

Bake 2 dozen cookies and bring them to share, we will all go home with many different cookies for us and our families.

We will all be playing GIMKIT so remember to bring a device that can connect to the internet and open a browser. 

No uniform is required, but make sure to wear a holiday sweater and you might win a prize! 

Mr. Petree will be providing snacks but feel free to bring something to share.

See you there!

Axel

Troop 287,

Tonight we are going to do some brainstorming for the next few months. I want to hear from all of you because I know you have awesome ideas!! Please bring your game night ideas and meeting night ideas.

We will also be doing some knot races and continuing with the fellowship time.
Make sure you bring your scout books.

See you there!

Thanks,
Axel

Troop,

Just 2 days and counting.

As we spoke yesterday at the meeting. You may start showing up for the lock-in at 5:00pm Friday evening.

Pizza, Snacks, and Beverages will be provided for the event. Bring your favorite games and gaming systems.

Pickup will be Saturday morning at 9:00am

Troop,

We are still in need of Registered Adults for Summer Camp 2024.

Without two Registered Adults committed to attending, we will not be able to schedule and hold a Summer Camp this year, and slots for camps fill up fast. As in past years, the Troop will pay for the attendance of the first two to sign up to support the troop as leaders for the event.

We have already discussed and identified the week of June 9th through 15th as the time to do it. Now we just need to determine where, and the Registered Adults who volunteer to attend this event get a whole lot of say in where we go.

Never coordinated an event like this?!?! Not really familiar with scouting!?!?!? NO WORRIES!!!! it’s easy!
The camp takes care of all the scheduling, food and campsites. You just need to be there, hang out in camp, and enjoy watching these boys have the time of their lives.

The Knot Patrol (Scoutmasters) and Troop Committee will assist in logistics and training for anyone who is willing to take a week off work to camp with all these wonderful dudes.

Sign Up below!!!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-45158227-summer

We are currently developing a list of viable camps and will be putting out a survey to gauge interest in each of the locations. If you have a favorite camp that should be considered please let me know soon.

Mr. Petree
Scoutmaster

Troop 287,

Tonight the WHOLE troop will be starting Citizenship in the Society with Mrs. Winslow and Mrs. Anderson. Remember to read all of the requirements to be ready and prepared to discuss the merit badge.

In addition, we will announce new patrols, start the meeting with opening fellowship time, and end with some rope activities… 

REMINDERS:

– Lock-In, Friday, Dec 8 @ 5pm to Saturday, Dec 9 at 9am (pickup time)
Remember to bring games and activities you signed up for!!!

– Scout Meeting, Tuesday, December 12th
– Holiday Scout Meeting, Tuesday, December 19th
– Winter Break (No meetings December 26th or January 2nd)
– First Meeting of the New Year, Tuesday, January 9th
– Awesome Guest Speaker, Tuesday, January 16th

See you there!

Axel

This coming Tuesday (12/5), Ms. Janelle and I will be teaching the first part of this eagle required merit badge. Please take a moment to read over the requirements so that you can participate in discussion. We will be sending everyone home with a little “homework” but the majority of it will be completed in the meeting. Let me know if you have any questions.

Troop,

Tonight is our Fall Court of Honor and we look forward to celebrating all your accomplishments!

Please wear your best Class A uniform and don’t forget to bring your friends and families.

Setup starts at 6:30pm for those who can arrive early to help out.

Ceremony starts at 7:00pm and will be followed by our Fall Desert Potluck. Remember to bring what you signed up for, and if you haven’t yet, its not too late…. use the link below.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-46188298-thanksgiving

Troop

ASPL Axle Anderson here!

We will have an optional troop meeting Tuesday, the 21st. If you’re in town, please join us for a fun, holiday-themed meeting. We are going to learn some new campfire skits and make plans for the Lock-in in two weeks.

Please wear a holiday sweater/shirt, or class Bs. There will be treats! 

Hey all you outdoorsy parents!

Jealous of all the fun things your sons are doing with the troop? Wish you could join in?

Troop 287 is looking to bring on a few more Assistant Scoutmasters (ASM) for the 2024 scouting year. With recent changes in policy regarding who is able to participate on overnight adventures, we will not be able to allow parents who are not registered with the troop attend. As an ASM you would be able to attend all adventures.

Assistant Scoutmasters are an important part of these boys experience in scouting. They provide help to the Scoutmaster, but more importantly they provide guidance and supervision to the boys. They also help us meet our two deep leadership goals.

The Troop will pay all registration fees for ASMs that commit to helping the troop during their service.

No previous scouting experience necessary, just a willingness to serve and help provide the boys the promise of Scouting. We will teach you the rest.

Please reach out to Ray Petree, Scoutmaster to discuss openings or for more information.

Troop,

Its time to start thinking about Summer Camp 2024. We have already discussed and identified the week of June 9th through 15th as the time to do it. Now we just need to figure out where and start making arrangements.

Step one is to secure some adult leadership to coordinate and attend the event. As in past years, the Troop will pay for the attendance of the first two to sign up to support the troop as leaders for the event. Sign Up below!!!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-45158227-summer

We are currently developing a list of viable camps and will be putting out a survey to gauge interest in each of the locations. If you have a favorite camp that should be considered please let me know soon.

Mr. Petree
Scoutmaster

It’s time for our annual Thanksgiving potluck!  Considering where the COH falls on the calendar, the committee has decided to make it a dessert only gathering this year.  

Have your scout make his favorite dessert!  Let’s see what the boys come up with!

Time: 7-8:30 We will have short ceremony first and then social time.

Please sign up to bring something here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACAD2DA1FCCF8-46188298-thanksgiving

Hello Troop,

This week we will be finishing up some rank advancement with Scoutmaster Conferences and Board of Reviews for those of you who scheduled them. While scouts are doing those meetings, we will work on any requirements we need signed off and do a little organization of the Scout Closet.

We will also do some planning for the lock In and play a few fun games.

See you there,

Miles

We are in need of one Navigator and one Scout. If you could help us out in either of these positions, please sign up below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA5AF2BA1FEC52-flag1
See you Saturday morning!

Thank you

Troop,

I just got off the phone with Pastor Dave with Wilson Community Church who graciously provides us with a place to meet and they need our help.

The church is hosting a non profit event at Flying W Ranch and due to overwhelming interest the attendance is twice what they expected.

This is where we can step in, help, and give back.

They are looking for help setting up on the afternoon of Thursday November 9th 4:30pm to 6:pm. It will primarily be moving, setting up, and placing things.

FRIENDS AND FAMILY WELCOME FOR THURSDAY SETUP!

They could also use some help during the event on Friday November 10th from about 6-8pm with tasks such as chaperoning younger kids and general assistance with odd jobs. (This opportunity comes with grub provided during the event.)

I know its short notice, but its also an opportunity to “Do a good turn daily” and show the church what Troop 287 is capable of and how much we appreciate their support. Please use the link below to sign up now.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-45966368-wilson

Hello Troop,

This week we are hosting elections!

Be prepared with a speech for the position or positions that you are running for.

Austin will give a presentation on the 2024 Troop 287 High Adventure Trip plan

We will also have an opportunity to work on rank advancement in preparation for the upcoming Court of Honor.

Scouts, BE PREPARED! Remember to schedule Scoutmaster Conferences and Board Of Reviews so you can level up! BOR will happen on 11/14/23 for those who schedule them.

See you there,

Miles