Troop,
Ski day was amazing and thank you to everyone who went, so now, it’s GAME NIGHT!
We will be heading to Altitude Movement (Ninja Gym), 750 Garden of the Gods Rd #125, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Fill out the waiver: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5d7ba4f1e9ad5/web/
Date: WEDNESDAY, January, 24, 2024 (they are not open Tuesdays)
Time: Meet at 6:15pm to get checked in. Play for one hour from 6:30-7:30pm.
Cost: $15
We hope to see you there!
-Axel
Troop,
We have an awesome guest speaker, Dave Pettigrew, coming this week to share his story, you don’t want to miss this! This will take up most of the meeting but I’ll have an IPA planned if there is time at the end of the meeting.
IMPORTANT!!! Bring your completed Citizenship in the Society workbook so we can finish this eagle-required merit badge.
Our Monarch Ski Day is next Saturday, so please sign up as soon as you can if you haven’t already.
The Snow Shoe campout is next month, February 23rd and we need sign-ups as soon as possible for a potential ice climbing opportunity.
-Axel
You know what would be a great thing to do over this freezing cold weekend? Sit by the fire and finish up your Citizenship in Society merit badge workbook that I passed out to you a few weeks ago. Requirement #6 will be wrapped up at the meeting on Tuesday (1/16) when we have a presentation from Dave Pettigrew. He was in the infantry 2000-2004 and sustained an injury in Iraq (armor penetrating RPG in 2003). He is missing one leg but still skis and rock climbs. Should be an interesting and inspiring presentation!
See you Tuesday!
Troop,
We are doing our best to make sure we are successful in putting together some awesome adventures for you all. In keeping with the Scout Motto, “Be Prepared”, we can only do this if we know who is going. Please take a moment to let us know if you plan on any of the following trips, so we can be prepared and have reservations in place.
January 20th- Monarch Ski Day
Scouts should have their own lift tickets and gear or rent gear for this trip.
February 23rd-25th- Snowshoe Campout @ Camp A
We are also planning on Ice Climbing during this campout. It will be an additional $65 per person to climb and that covers all the gear and instruction, but we need to make reservations really really soon. Sign up now.
March 15th-17th- Mountain Biking Campout in Fruita, CO
Scouts should have their own bikes and helmets for this trip. Because of the distance and gear, we really need to know who plans on attending in advance. Signup coming soon!
Signup Coming Soon!
Troop,
It’s time to pull backcountry permits and make reservations for our Explore Wyoming Extreme Adventure Camp this summer. The trip committee will be starting to make the arrangements as they become available starting tomorrow. Those who we do not secure permits for will not be able to attend this adventure.
It is extremely important we know who is planning on attending. I will be making an announcement with the scouts tonight, but need you to signup below if you would like to be included.
Updated Link
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C4BA8A828A4FD0-46994887-explore
I will be available for questions at the meeting tonight
Troop,
Happy New Year! Tonight is the first meeting of the year and I am excited to see you all.
Tonight we will have a special guest speaker and finish up the requirements for the Citizenship in Society Merit Badge.
We will also start the Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge.
Uniform of the day is Class A.
See you tonight!
Mr. Petree
Troop,
I have been asked by the PLC to host the Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge. This is one of those Eagle Required ones. We will start the badge at this upcoming meeting on January 9th.
This merit badge does require that you earn the First Aid Merit Badge. If you have it you are set. If not please reach out and we can see about getting you set up with a counselor.
This Merit Badge will take a couple of meetings to accomplish and there will be homework in between. Please read a little on it. The requirements can be found here.
Although not a requirement, I figured we could take a trip to one of the local fire stations on February 13th to meet some first responders and maybe talk to them a little about what we have learned.
See You Tuesday!
Mr. Petree
Troop,
If you are interested in the trip this summer please join us for the townhall webinar this evening. Webex does funny things with time zones, so don’t let that fool you. It is at 7:00pm local tonight. Signup for attendance 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
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 13th through 28th 2023.
Itinerary
July 13th We will depart Colorado Springs headed towards Grand Teton National Park.
July 14th – 18th We will backpack about 35 miles Teton Crest Trail with a potential summit of one of the Tetons.
July 19th – 21st We will canoe camp the Jenny Lake to Leigh Lake area and camp below the majestic Mount Moran
July 22nd We will white water raft the Snake River and visit Jackson Hole before heading to Yellowstone National Park.
July 23rd 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 24th – 27th We will backpack the Wind River National Forest and attempt Gannett Peak, Wyoming’s highest point,
July 28th 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.
