2005

March 2005

Theme: Leadership. Introduction to Leadership Syllabus, Junior Leader Training Syllabus, Boy Scout Patrol Method, Junior Leader Duties and Responsibilities.

Feb. Knot: Clove Hitch, Boy Scout Handbook p. 139.

Mar. Knot: Timber Hitch, Boy Scout Handbook p. 138.

• 1 (Tues.) .. Patrol Meeting is canceled because the schools are closed due to snow.
• 4-6 (F-Su) Ski: Council Ski Weekend, (More information)
• 5 (Sat.) CPR Training for Troop 174 Star, Life, and Eagle Scouts, and for adults.
  • The course will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. and will most likely run until approx. 2:00 p.m.
  • Please bring a bag lunch with you.
  • To sign up call or e-mail the Scoutmaster by Feb. 13.
  • Mohegan Lake Fire Dept., 1975 E Main St., just east on Rt. 6 where it intersects Lexington Ave.
  • Give a signed permission slip for scouts whose parents are not going to the Scoutmaster.
  • Photos of CPR Training, Mar. 2005., Dec. 2001.
• 5 (Sat.) Ski: Scout Ski Day at Belleayre.
• 5-6 (Sa-Su) Ski: Scout Ski Days at Catamount.
• 7 (Mon.) .. Parent & Troop Meetings 7:30 p.m. Wear an official uniform. Green Bars meet at 6:45 p.m.
  • activity uniform t-shirts, activity uniform sweatshirts, and troop hats for sale from Barbara C. Make check payable to "Troop 174 BSA."
  • Deadline to sign up here for Swim Night on Mar. 16.
  • Congratulations Jarryed S. and Ben C., whose Eagle Project proposals were approved.
  • Jarryed S.'s Eagle Proposal to the Troop Committee on Mar. 7, 2005.
  • Ben C.'s "Plan B" Eagle Proposal to the Troop Committee on Mar. 7, 2005.
• 9 (Wed.) Council Fireside Chat (More information) 7:00 p.m.
  • 'These 'Fireside Chats' (as they are being called) are an attempt on the part of the Westchester-Putnam Council to hear from you, our valued volunteers, on how things are going in Scouting, and how we as a Council may be able to assist you in your efforts to serve young people. It will also be an opportunity for the Council Key Leadership to share with you about the future of Scouting in our two counties and what new and exciting services are planned."
  • "Manitoga District Date- Wednesday, March 9, 2005. Place- Van Cortlandtville Elementary School, Location: Route 6, 3100 E. Main St. in Mohegan Lake across from the Cortlandt Town Center."
• 11-13(F-Su)Ski: Council Ski Weekend, (More information)
• 12 (Sat.) First Aid Training for Troop 174 Star, Life, and Eagle Scouts, and for adults.
  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • American Red Cross First Responder / First aid training. Learn and practice techniques for shock, sprains, splinting, bleeding, neck/spinal cord injuries.
  • To sign up call or e-mail the Scoutmaster by Feb. 13.
  • Mohegan Lake Fire Dept., 1975 E Main St., just east on Rt. 6 where it intersects Lexington Ave.
  • Give a signed permission slip for scouts whose parents are not going to the Scoutmaster.
  • Photos of First Aid Training Mar. 2005.
• 12 (Sat.) Ski: Scout Ski Day at Belleayre.
• 12-13(Sa-Su)Ski: Scout Ski Days at Catamount.
• 13 (Sun.) Ski: Scouts Merit Badge Testing Day at Butternut.
• 13 (Sun.) Postponed - 30th Anniversary Celebration and Reunion postponed until sometime after March.
• 14 (Mon.) ..Troop Meeting 7:30 p.m. Wear an activity uniform.
  • Knot-of-the-month knot competition.
  • 7:30 p.m. Meeting of adult volunteers to organize Troop 174's 30th Anniversary Celebration.
  • 7:30 p.m. "Boy Scout Fast Start" training for adults -- All new parents should attend.
    • This is an orientation to the Boy Scouting program.
    • If you cannot attend, please contact Margaret L. for information about completing this training via the internet.
    • Contact Margaret L. if you have questions.
  • Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review.
    • Sign up here. Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review. Sign up before this meeting.
    • If you also need a Scoutmaster Conference be at the church by 6:45 p.m.
    • The Board of Review will be after the troop meeting.
    • Be sure that you ...
      • are in full official uniforms, including a merit badge sash,
      • have all of your rank requirement paperwork including Board of Review Applications filled out, and
      • have your Boy Scout Handbook,
      • ... because without these you will be granted neither a conference nor a Board of Review.
• 15 (Tues.) .. Patrol Meeting 4:30-6:00 p.m. at the Cabin, 3091 Hickory St., Yorktown Heights. All scouts are welcome.
• 15 (Tues.) Deadline to register for Merit Badge Seminar (Troop 99) on March 19. To register e-mail Vinny D. at and he will register for the troop.
• . Swim Night 7:00-8:45 p.m. at the Mildred E. Strang Middle School Pool.
• 16 (Wed.) .
  • Location: Rt. 202 next to the Yorktown High School, 2701 Crompond Rd., Yorktown Heights. See "MES Middle School" on this map.
  • The pool is in the lower south-west corner of the building. The easiest way to the pool is to walk to the side of the building next to the large sports field between Strang Middle School and Yorktown High School. Follow our troop signs past the red fire hydrant and enter the door marked by our troop sign. The Men's and Women's locker rooms will be on your right. Walk through the locker room and enter the pool area.
  • But cars may not park on the side of the building. Park in front and walk to the side.
  • Sign up here for Troop Swim Night by Mar. 7.
    • Only Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, and BSA-registered adults may swim.
    • No Fee: Free.
  • Turn in a signed permission slip for scouts whose parents are not going.
  • All Boy Scouts needing to complete their swimming rank requirements should sign up and attend. Scouts may complete all Second Class (7a, 7b, 7c) and all First Class (9a, 9b, 9c) swimming rank requirements. Normally do both.
    • Arrive on time at 7:00 p.m. so there will be enough time to complete the requirements.
    • Requirement 9b is the BSA swimmer test.
    • Although the former 9c (survival skills) is no longer a rank requirement, we offer it, because survival is important. Bring --
      • long pants (100% cotton holds air best, blue jeans OK),
      • belt,
      • long-sleeved shirt (cotton and no buttons down the front),
      • old laced sneakers or laced shoes.
  • Practice water lifesaving techniques.
  • We shall also have open swim and water games.
  • None of Pack 144's Junior Webelos will join us, working on Aquanaut Badge and the Swimming Belt Loop.
  • Bring a swimsuit, a towel, water shoes or sandals, and your Boy Scout Handbook for sign-off.
  • You may want a plastic bag to bring home wet clothes.
  • Men's and women's locker rooms and bathrooms are available.
  • No food or drinks are allowed in the pool area.
  • If not swimming, wear an activity uniform.
  • Scouts may earn service hours.
  • Lifeguard will be Kevin K., who is donating his services. Thank you.
  • Swim Night will be canceled if the Yorktown Central School District schools are closed, or if driving conditions are hazardous.
  • If you have questions contact our SPL.
  • Photos of swim nights: Mar. 2005, Nov. 2004, Dec. 2003, Apr. 2003, Oct. 2002, Apr. 2002, Oct. 2001, May 2001.
    • Video Nov 2004 of Jump In (1.5 MB), More Jump In (1.4 MB).
• 16 (Wed.) Red Cross Adult CPR Initial Certification Course 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
  • For Adults 18 years & older.
  • Location: Council Service Center (Directions), 41 Saw Mill River Rd. (9A), Hawthorne, NY, 773-1135.
  • Class Size: 10 Maximum.
  • Pre-registration required.
  • Cost: $30.00 (to cover fee to Red Cross & printed material).
  • Registration: If you are interested in this date or future courses, please send an email to: DrexelJ@coned.com
  • The purpose of the Adult CPR Initial Course is to give individuals the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing and cardiac emergencies until advances medical personnel arrive and take over.
• 17 (Thurs.) Lifesaving Merit Badge at Durland Scout Center, 310 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye, NY.
  • 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday nights through April 7.
  • Fee: $25 per Scout. Make check payable to "Durland Scout Center".
  • Complete the registration form and return it and a check to Durland Scout Center, 310 Stuyvesant Ave., Rye, NY 10580. Register by Feb. 14.
  • For more information contact the Durland Scout Center at (914) 967-2770 or durland@wpcbsa.org.
• 18-20(F-Su)Ski: Council Ski Weekend, (More information)
• 19 (Sat.) Merit Badge Seminar, hosted by Troop 99, Scarsdale. See "Merit Badge Availability and Requirements" and "FAQ."
  • All Eagle Scout required merit badges must be approved by our Troop 174 Scoutmaster prior to signing up for the merit badge.
  • Deadline for registration is Tuesday, March 15. To register e-mail Vinny D. and he will register for the troop.
• . Court of Honor 7:30 p.m. Wear an official uniform.
• 21 (Mon.) .
  • Court of Honor.
    • Wear a full official uniform, which includes the Merit Badge sash.
    • Families are welcome.
    • Know your Patrol. Patrol names have changed. See the Password-protected Pages.
    • The Venture and Greenhorn 2 patrols will set up. Please be at Grace by 7:00 p.m.
    • The Scorpion, Dragon, and Greenhorn 1 patrols will clean up afterwards.
    • We shall be welcoming in 14 new boys who will be receiving the rank of Scout, one young man will be receiving the rank of Tenderfoot, and one young man will be receiving the rank of Star, along with numerous merit badges earned along the way.
    • Photos of Courts of Honor: Mar. 2005, Jan. 2005, Oct. 2004, June 2004, Mar. 2004, Dec. 2003, Oct. 2003, June 2003, Mar. 2003, Dec. 2002, Sept. 2002, June 2002, Apr. 2002, Feb. 2002, Dec. 2001, June 2001.
  • Discussion of our upcoming Troop Trip to Philadelphia.
  • Mr. Robert W. from WPCBSA will be on hand to do his annual Friends of Scouting drive. This year we will be ear-marking our donations to the Anthony Long First Year Scout program up at Camp Read.
• 28 (Mon.) .. Troop Meeting 7:30 p.m. Wear an activity uniform.
  • 7:30 p.m. Meeting of adult volunteers to organize Troop 174's 30th Anniversary Celebration, which will be on Sept. 9.
  • New scouts participation at the April 2-3 campout will be discussed.
  • Scouts going to Summer Camp or the Trek and their parents should attend the discussion of these programs.
  • PowerPoint presentation on the last few years Troop Treks.
  • Dale S. will discuss Patrol Meetings.
  • Order of the Arrow elections.
    • Congratulations to new OA Candidates: James H., Roderick K., Mike P., William W.
  • Deadline to .Sign up here. Lean-To Campout at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake on Apr. 2-3.
• 29 (Tues.) ..Patrol Meeting 4:30-6:00 p.m. at the Cabin, 3091 Hickory St., Yorktown Heights.
  • All scouts are welcome. Older scouts should call ahead and come help the younger scouts.

September 2005

• 2 (Fri.) Deadline for us to receive RSVP by mail for our Troop's 30th anniversary dinner on Sept. 9.
  • We need to have a head count to the restaurant by this evening.
• 5 (Mon.) Deadline to .Sign up here. 30th Anniv. Campout Weekend at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake, scouts and adults, on Sept. 9-11.
• 7 (Wed.) Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review. 7:00 p.m. for advancement or for Eagle Palms.
  • Meet at Grace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 3830 Gomer St., Yorktown Heights.
  • Sign up here. Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review. Sign up before this meeting.
  • Be sure that you ...
    • are in full official uniforms, including a merit badge sash,
    • have all of your rank requirement paperwork including Board of Review Applications filled out, and
    • have your Boy Scout Handbook,
    • ... because without these you will be granted neither a conference nor a Board of Review.
• . Troop 174's 30th Anniversary Celebration, Eagle Scout Reunion, Court of Honor, and Campout.
• 9-11(F-Su).
  • Join us to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Troop 174, which began in 1974. Newspaper article.
  • Friday Dinner
    • $30 per person. Make check payable to "Troop 174, BSA".
    • Location: Colonial Terrace, at 119 Oregon Rd.. Cortlandt Manor, NY. Directions.
    • 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
    • RSVP for the dinner must be received by mail by Friday, Sept. 2. If you have questions call Lorraine L.
    • Summer camp advancement will be given out at this Court of Honor, along with Rank advancement earned since June.
    • Scouts and Scouters wear a full official uniform, since this is a Court of Honor.
    • All others should wear business casual clothing.
    • Photos of 30th Anniversary Celebration, Eagle Scout Reunion, Court of Honor on Sept. 9, 2005.
    • Photos of Courts of Honor: Sept. 2005, June 2005, Mar. 2005, Jan. 2005, Oct. 2004, June 2004, Mar. 2004, Dec. 2003, Oct. 2003, June 2003, Mar. 2003, Dec. 2002, Sept. 2002, June 2002, Apr. 2002, Feb. 2002, Dec. 2001, June 2001.
  • Sat.-Sun. 30th Anniversary Overnighter
    • Food, fire, and fellowship along with fishing and boating.
    • ALL family members are welcome, including anyone at the Friday dinner.
    • Location: Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake, 1 Clear Lake Rd., Putnam Valley, NY. Google map. Directions.
    • Meet Saturday morning between 9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. at the Sperling Center pavilion at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake.
    • Pickup is by 10:00 a.m. Sunday at the Sperling Center pavilion.
    • Location: Site #40 on the southwestern shore of Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake. Site #40 is a "hike-in" site, so be prepared for a short uphill hike
    • Sign up here. 30th Anniv. Overnighter at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake, scouts and adults, on Sept. 10-11.
    • Bring your own food, drink, and cooking utensils.
    • Bring your own tents, lanterns, etc. if you have them as we have not yet done inventory on the troop gear.
    • Bring your fishing gear.
    • Park in the Sperling Center parking lot.
    • The Boy Scout Handbook's Camping chapter (pages 216-245) has a good discussion of what gear to bring and why. Note especially the "10 Scout Outdoor Essentials" (page 224). One of the 10 Essentials is a map. You may bring this Clear Lake Trail map or purchase a Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake topo map at the Trading Post at the Campmaster Cabin.
    • A signed permission slip for scouts whose parents are not going must be given at the drop off.
    • Call the Scoutmaster if you have questions.
    • Photos of Campout at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake on Sept. 10-11, 2005.
• 12 (Mon.) .. First Fall Parent and Troop Meetings 7:30 p.m. Wear an official uniform. Attendance is expected.
  • Meet at Grace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 3830 Gomer St., Yorktown Heights.
  • Elections will be held. Read the Junior Leader Duties and Responsibilities for the duties of each leadership position.
  • Steph G.'s Eagle Proposal to the Troop Committee on Sept. 12, 2005.
• 17 (Sat.) Army vs. Baylor Football Game 3:00 p.m. at Michie Stadium, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY. Directions. USMA map.
  • Tickets are still available at the gate at the Family Day price of $11, but you must buy minimum of 4 (total $44), and seating will not be with the Troop members who bought tickets in June.
  • Scouts and their families from Troop 174 and Pack 144 are invited.
  • Wear an official uniform.
  • Tickets are $11 per person, non-refundable. All children one or older must have a ticket.
  • Enter West Point at least two hours prior to kickoff to avoid parking and traffic problems during the 2005 season.
  • Meet there at the seats. Michie Stadium seating chart and gate locations.
  • Pre-game events:
    • Free Cadet Review (parade) on The Plain at 11:00 a.m. Free shuttle buses leave regularly from the parade area to Michie Stadium.
    • The West Point Parachute Team jumps into Michie Stadium before each home football game, weather permitting.
    • Cadet marchon at (time) in Michie Stadium.
  • The game starts at 3:00 p.m.
  • The United States Military Academy Marching Band will play.
  • Free shuttle buses leave regularly from all parking areas to The Plain parade ground and Michie Stadium. Each pickup point is assigned a specific color (red, blue, black). Fans should meet their post-game shuttle bus at their respective drop off points.
  • Prohibited from Michie Stadium: Alcohol, backpacks, large carry bags, coolers, noisemakers, containers of any kind or other large packages, umbrellas, bottles and cans of any type.
  • Those entering Michie Stadium must pass through metal detectors and will be asked to submit to other searches as required. Enter the stadium early to prevent a lengthy delay.
  • Random identification checks. Carry personal photo identification.
  • Vehicular traffic will be highly restricted around Michie Stadium.
  • Bring money for refreshments and souvenirs.
  • Use the Buddy System.
  • Michie Stadium is dedicated to the memory of Dennis Mahan Michie who was instrumental in starting the game of football at the U.S. Military Academy in 1890.
  • Contact Mrs. Cz. if you have questions.
• 19 (Mon.) .. Troop Meeting 7:30 p.m. Wear an activity uniform, except Board of Review candidates in official.
  • Green Bars meet at 6:45 p.m. in full official uniform.
  • Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review.
    • Sign up here. Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review. Sign up before this meeting.
    • If you need a Scoutmaster Conference be at the church by 6:45 p.m.
    • The Board of Review will be after the troop meeting.
    • Be sure that you ...
      • are in full official uniforms, including a merit badge sash,
      • have all of your rank requirement paperwork including Board of Review Applications filled out, and
      • have your Boy Scout Handbook,
      • ... because without these you will be granted neither a conference nor a Board of Review.
• 21 (Wed.) Boy Scout Leader Specifics Training #1. (More Information, Registration Form) For Assistant Scoutmasters and Scoutmasters. Free.
• 23-25 (F-Su).. Order of the Arrow Weekend at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake in Putnam Valley, NY.
  • Congratulations to new OA Members who have passed the Ordeal: Rick K., Margaret L., Mike P., Roderick K., James H., and Will W.
  • Photos of OA Weekend and Ordeal on Sept. 2005, May 2002.
• . Steph G.'s Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project.
• 24 (Sat.) .
  • Location: North American Martyrs Church in Putnam Valley at 55 Oscawana Lake Road up the road from Oregon Hardware a half-mile into Putnam County, east of Lake Peekskill, at the intersection of Morrissey Drive. Note: This map location, corrected Sept. 21, is 5 miles south of the previously-posted location.
  • Time: About 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
  • Sign up here. Steph G.'s Eagle Scout Project:
  • You can plan to come for part or all of the day. The more hands working the faster the work will be done.
  • Scouts may earn service hours.
  • Please bring:
    • 100 grit sandpaper and sanding blocks for hand sanding
    • Paint scrapers
    • Caulking Guns
    • Paint Trays
    • Paint Rollers and Paint Brushes
    • *Tall ladders and short ladders*
    • Scaffolding
    • A full water bottle
    • Work gloves
    • Eye protection
  • Scouts must come in work clothes and boots.
  • Scouts will not be allowed to use the tall ladders or the power-washers.
  • Lunch will be supplied (pizza).
  • Sign in with Steph G. when you arrive, and sign out with Steph G. when you leave. This is important.
  • Scouts whose parents are not going must turn in a signed permission slip to Steph G. when you arrive.
  • Contact Steph G. if you have questions.
  • Photos of Steph G.'s Eagle Project on Sept. 24, 2005.
• 26 (Mon.) .. Troop Meeting 7:30 p.m. Wear an activity uniform.
  • Pay Troop Dues, $100 for the first youth, $75 each additional, check payable to "BSA Troop 174" goes to the Troop Treasurer.
  • 27 (Tues.) Deadline to Sign up here. Steph G.'s Eagle Scout Project on Sept. 28.
  • . Steph G.'s Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project.
  • 28 (Wed.) .
    • Time: 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    • Location: North American Martyrs Church in Putnam Valley at 55 Oscawana Lake Road up the road from Oregon Hardware a half-mile into Putnam County, east of Lake Peekskill, at the intersection of Morrissey Drive.
    • Sign up here. Steph G.'s Eagle Scout Project:
    • You can plan to come for part or all of the day. The more hands working the faster the work will be done.
    • Scouts may earn service hours.
    • Please bring:
      • Ladders (big and small)
      • Trim brushes for painting window frames
      • Scrapers
      • Sanders
      • Sandpaper (100 grit)
      • Paint thinner for cleaning brushes
      • A full water bottle
      • Work gloves
      • Eye protection
    • Scouts must come in work clothes and boots.
    • Scouts will not be allowed to use the tall ladders.
    • Sign in with Steph G. when you arrive, and sign out with Steph G. when you leave. This is important.
    • Scouts whose parents are not going must turn in a signed permission slip to Steph G. when you arrive.
    • Contact Steph G. if you have questions.
    • Photos of Steph G.'s Eagle Project on Sept. 24 and 28, 2005.
• 28 (Wed.) Boy Scout Leader Specifics Training #2. (More Information, Registration Form) For Assistant Scoutmasters and Scoutmasters. Free.
• 30 (Fri.) Deadline to Sign up here. Steph G.'s Eagle Scout Project on Oct. 1.

December 2005

Print Out: Citizenship in the World requirements and Scout work booklet. Peter H. will start class soon.

Print Out: Space Exploration Merit Badge materials (3 MB) on the password-protected pages.

Theme: Winter Camping. Read Cold Weather Camping Word Document from Peter H., Warm Tips, and Thrill to the Chill (see "Internet Sources").

Knot: 2 Half Hitches.

Patrol Running the 2nd Monday's Meeting: Eagles.

• 2 (Fri.) Deadline to .Sign up here. Kevin K.'s Eagle Scout Project: Hudson Highlands Gateway Park on Dec. 3.
• . Kevin K.'s Eagle Scout Project.
• 3 (Sat.) .
  • 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (weather permitting)
  • Hudson Highlands Gateway Park in Cortlandt Manor, NY. Doris Lee Dr. Entrance.
  • Spread mulch by the entrance of the park and start construction on foot bridge and bench.
  • .Sign up here. Kevin K.'s Eagle Scout Project: Hudson Highlands Gateway Park on Dec. 3.
  • Bring:
    • signed permission slip and give it to Kevin K. for scouts whose parents are not staying.
    • Work gloves
    • Shovels
    • Rakes
    • Wheelbarrow (if possible)
    • Water bottle with water (for personal use) labeled with your name.
    • hammer
  • Drive to the end of Doris Lee Drive and park at the side of the road.
  • Call Kevin K. if you have questions.
  • Photos of Kevin K.'s Eagle Project on Nov. 30 - Dec. 2, 2005.
    • Videos Dec. 3, 2005 of Between Two Sticks (0.7 MB), One Two Three (1.2 MB), By You (1.9 MB), Short Cut (0.9 MB).
• 5 (Mon.) .. Parent and Troop Meetings 7:30 p.m. Wear an official uniform. Attendance is expected.
  • Green bars meet at 6:45 p.m.
  • Program: Cold Weather Camping. Second session.
  • Scout uniform inspection practice:
    • Boy Scouts see the Boy Scout Uniform Inspection Sheet - Official Placement of Insignia, and pages 12-13 and inside the front and back covers of the Boy Scout Handbook.
    • Male Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet - Official Placement of Insignia.
    • Female Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet - Official Placement of Insignia.
  • We shall start a Boy Scout Klondike skills review, continuing at troop meetings until the Klondike on January 21
  • Pick up Holiday Greenery Order.
  • Scouts taking the Space Exploration Merit Badge should pay Mr. Bob A. $6.50 for the rocket and engine.
  • Deadline to .Sign up here. Winter Lean-To Campout, Scouts and Adults, on Dec. 10-11.
• 6 (Tues.) ..Patrol Meeting 4:30-6:00 p.m. at the Cabin, 3091 Hickory St., Yorktown Heights. All scouts are welcome.
• .Winter Lean-To Campout.
• 10-11(Sa-Su).
  • Lean-To's at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake, 1 Clear Lake Rd., Putnam Valley, NY. Google map. Directions.
  • Meet Saturday 8:15 a.m. at the Troop Shed, leave with gear at 8:30 a.m. Drive to Sperling Center, hike to site #41 at 9:00 a.m.
  • Pickup Sunday at Sperling Center at 9:30 a.m.
  • Program: BSA Rank requirements, tool handling, and fire. Football / snowball fight.
  • Patrol Cooking.
  • Bring your Boy Scout Handbook in a ziplock bag to get rank requirements signed off.
  • Sign up here. Winter Lean-To Campout, Scouts and Adults.
  • Review: Warm Tips, Thrill to the Chill (see "Internet Sources"), Cold Weather Camping Word Document from Peter H.
  • The Boy Scout Handbook's Camping chapter (pages 216-245) has a good discussion of what gear to bring and why. Note especially the "10 Scout Outdoor Essentials" (page 224). One of the 10 Essentials is a map. Bring this Clear Lake Trail map or purchase a Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake topo map at the Trading Post at the Campmaster Cabin.
  • Pack light and for low-impact camping. Leave No Trace principles.
  • A signed permission slip for scouts whose parents are not going must be given to the Scoutmaster beforehand.
  • Photos of Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake Lean-To Campout: Dec. 2004.
  • Photos of Freeze-O-Ree at Durland Scout Reservation at Clear Lake on Feb. 2004.
• 10 (Sat.) Standard First Aid and CPR Training for Adult Leaders
  • This will be the American Red Cross course.
  • Current guidelines for First Aid (not from Red Cross, large file) and for CPR.
  • New guidelines will be available in Spring 2006 for First Aid and for CPR.
  • Print out and send in this sign up form by Nov. 30.
  • Location: Alpine Scout Camp, 441 Route 9W, Alpine, NJ 07620.
  • Other details are on the form.
  • Photos of First Aid Training Mar. 2005.
• 12 (Mon.) .. Troop Meeting 7:30 p.m. Wear an activity uniform, except Board of Review candidates in official.
  • The Eagles will run this Troop Meeting. This is the 2nd Troop Meeting of the month, moved up from the 3rd.
  • Drop off Food, Toys, Clothing for the Scorpion Patrol's Food, Toy, Clothing Drive (also on Dec. 16).
  • Kevin K. will present Orienteering Skills for the Klondike on Jan. 21.
  • Turn in your Personal Data pages with corrections and additions. For questions ask Margaret L.
  • Deadline to .Sign up here. Troop Ski Weekend on Feb. 10-12. A parent must go if a sibling goes.
  • Deadline to pay $50 non-refundable deposit for Troop Ski Weekend on Feb. 10-12. Balance due Jan. 9.
  • Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review.
    • Sign up here. Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review. Sign up before this meeting.
    • If you need a Scoutmaster Conference be at the church by 6:45 p.m.
    • The Board of Review will be after the troop meeting.
    • Be sure that you ...
      • are in full official uniforms, including a merit badge sash,
      • have all of your rank requirement paperwork including Board of Review Applications filled out, and
      • have your Boy Scout Handbook,
      • ... because without these you will be granted neither a conference nor a Board of Review.
  • Photos of Troop Meeting on Dec. 12, 2005.
• 13 (Tues.) .. Patrol Meeting 4:30-6:00 p.m. at the Cabin, 3091 Hickory St., Yorktown Heights. All scouts are welcome.
• .Scorpion Patrol's Food, Toy, Clothing Drive.
• 16 (Fri.) .
  • Location: Saint Mary's Episcopal Church, 1836 E Main Street Mohegan Lake, NY 10547.
  • Drop items off from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at Saint Mary's Episcopal Church.
  • Any donations are greatly appreciated, and the Scorpion Patrol hopes to see you guys there.
  • Donations will go to the needy people of Mohegan Lake.
  • Toys
    • New, or used in excellent condition.
    • Toys for all ages are needed.
    • Unwrapped.
  • Food
    • Non-perishable.
    • No glass.
  • Clothing
    • Only hats, gloves, scarves, and new socks.
  • If you have questions contact Anthony S.
  • Photos of Scorpion Patrol's Food, Toy, Clothing Drive on Dec. 16, 2005.
    • Videos Dec. 2005 of We're Supposed To Be Young (0.3 MB), Don't Pile Them (0.6 MB).
• 17-18(Sa-Su)Ski: Scout Ski Days at Catamount.
• . Court of Honor and Holiday Dessert Party 7:30 p.m. (7:00 for set-up Patrols) Wear an official uniform.
• 19 (Mon.) .
  • Location: Grace Lutheran Church.
  • Deadline to turn in your Personal Data pages with corrections and additions. For questions ask Margaret L.
  • Deadline to pay $50 deposit for Troop Ski Weekend, Feb. 10-12. Give check payable to "BSA Troop 174" to the Troop Treasurer. A parent must go if a sibling goes.
  • Party
    • Bring a dessert and a 2-liter soda bottle.
    • Your entire family is welcome.
  • Court of Honor.
    • Wear a full official uniform, which includes the Merit Badge sash.
    • Families are welcome to attend.
    • The Eagle and Venture patrols will set up chairs. Please be at Grace by 7:00 p.m.
    • The Cobra, Dragon, and Scorpion patrols will clean up afterwards.
    • Official Scout uniform inspection:
      • Boy Scouts see the Boy Scout Uniform Inspection Sheet - Official Placement of Insignia, and pages 12-13 and inside the front and back covers of the Boy Scout Handbook.
      • Male Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet - Official Placement of Insignia.
      • Female Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet - Official Placement of Insignia.
    • Photos of Courts of Honor: Dec. 2005, Sept. 2005, June 2005, Mar. 2005, Jan. 2005, Oct. 2004, June 2004, Mar. 2004, Dec. 2003, Oct. 2003, June 2003, Mar. 2003, Dec. 2002, Sept. 2002, June 2002, Apr. 2002, Feb. 2002, Dec. 2001, June 2001.
      • Video Dec. 2005 of Lighting Candle 1st Class (0.8 MB).
• 20 (Tues.) .. Patrol Meeting 4:30-6:00 p.m. at the Cabin, 3091 Hickory St., Yorktown Heights. All scouts are welcome.
• 26 (Mon.) No Troop Meeting. Lakeland Schools Closed. Winter Recess.
• 27 (Tues.) No Patrol Meeting Schools closed. Winter Recess.
• 21 (Tues.) No Patrol Meeting. Lakeland schools closed. Winter Recess.

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