NEWSLETTER
tuesday august 30th
7:30 COURT OF HONOR IN THE CHURCH SANCTUARY
From the SPL
Hey Troop 77, I hope you had a great week, this week's meeting will be a Court of Honor which everyone will attend.
Cadhan Cole
cadhantroop77@gmail.com
(678) 613-0304
from the scoutmaster
I encourage all scouts, adult leaders, and their families to attend this Tuesday’s Court of Honor in the Main Sanctuary at 730P. This is an important event for 77 and 177, when scouts and leaders will be recognized for achievements earned since our May CoH. Members of both units have beef busy the past few months achieving, earning, and excelling—let’s give them the recognition they deserve. Everyone should wear full Class A including neckerchief, slide, belt, merit badge sash, as well as appropriate uniform shorts or pants. Dress to impress! Scouts will sit by Patrol on the left of the Sactuary, family members on the right. Immediately after retiring the Colors, youth will pick up awards in the Scout Hall foyer. Post-ceremony refreshments will also be available in the Foyer, thanks to our Hospitality Committee (be sure to thank Mrs. Crawford and Mrs. Yueng!).
The September PLC is scheduled for September 6, 6:30 - 7:20P.
Also on Sept 6, we will hold Patrol Leaders elections. Electing Patrol Leaders is a very important decision, so I encourage each patrol to have as many members present as possible on Sept 6th.
Lastly, I want to thank the scout volunteers that helped out at last week’s Pack 577 Bike Rodeo. Like last year’s inaugural event, the 2022 Rodeo was a smashing success and it would not have been possible without the help of these 77 and 177 scouts. If you served, please see me at the 9/6 meeting and I will sign off your service hours. I am holding a short Rodeo debrief on Sept 6 immediately after opening flags to discuss what worked and didn’t worked, so if you volunteered please plan to join me for this Start-Stop-Continue opportunity.
Yours in Cheerful Service,
Mrs. Sara Henderson
Troop 77 Scoutmaster
sara_crofton@yahoo.com
678-641-9427
august and september 2022 DETAILEd cALENDAR
Note: The majority of the dates in this section are on the Troop Calendar. If you have not done so already (or if the dates are not showing up--there was a recent issue between Scoutbook and our Google Calendar), please subscribe to the Troop's calendar at https://scoutbook.scouting.org/ics/17077.45861.ics. You can also find the calendar on the Troop's website and in Scoutbook.
August
8/30 - 7:30P - Troop 77 and 177 Court of Honor
September
9/6 - 6:30 - PLC
9/6 - Bike Rodeo Debrief - immediately after opening flags
9/6 - 7:30P - Troop Meeting/PL elections
9/9 to 9/11 - September Paddling Campout on Etowah River (camp Fri and Sat or just Sat; see Camping page for details)
9/13 - 6:30P - ASM Roundtable at 6:30P
9/13 - 7:30P - Troop Meeting
9/20 - 6:30P - Committee Meeting
9/20 - 7/30P - Troop Meeting
CAMPING
October Campout: September 30 - October 2
Registration Deadline: Friday, September 16 at 10:00 p.m.
Trip Planner: Andrew Kraft and Mike Henry
Trip Links
Map and directions to Appletree Campground
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Planned 2022/2023 Campouts
advancement
Congratulations to the following scouts who ranked up since the last newsletter:
Beckett Martin earned his Scout rank on 8/14/2022
Liam Fayard earned his Scout rank on 8/14/2022
Jack Minderhout earned his Scout rank on 8/14/2022
Graham Thompson earned his Scout rank on 8/23/2022
Carlson Schaffner earned Second Class rank on 8/23/2022
Court of Honor - The next Court of Honor is scheduled for this week. Scouts should plan to attend the ceremony. Merit badges earned over the summer will be handed out and we will have refreshments (cupcakes and I am bringing brownies).
advancement opportunities
Prior to our Troop meeting on Tuesday, September 6th, Mr. Rogers will be leading Fishing Merit Badge class. This is a great opportunity to get many of the book requirements done prior to your trip on the Etowah. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FA4AA2BAAF94-fishing
Prior to our Troop meeting on Tuesday, September 20th, Mr. Brewer will be leading an Emergency Preparedness catch-up class for those that have already started the badge. For more information and to sign up, follow the link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FA4AA2BAAF94-emergency2
new eagle required merit badge - citizenship in society
The first new merit badge for youth in the Scouts BSA program since 2017 became Eagle required over the summer. Called Citizenship in Society, it provides Scouts with opportunities to learn more about our world by encouraging them to explore information on diversity, equity, inclusion and ethical leadership — and to learn why these qualities are important in society and in Scouting.
Troop 77 needs qualified (adult) merit badge instructors to lead Citizenship in Society. Registration is now open for the next two Citizenship in Society Facilitator training sessions. They will be held on March 12th and April 23rd at the Volunteer Service Center (across from the Braves stadium). Follow the link to register: https://www.atlantabsa.org/cis-training
Please e-mail Wes Brewer (wesbrewer@hotmail.com) with any questions.
merit badge minute
Atlanta Area Council
The AAC is offering an Aviation Merit Badge class on September 17th. Cost is $15 per Scout. Follow this link to register: https://www.atlantabsa.org/meritbadgedays
Bert Adams Winter Camp
Registration is open for Bert Adams Winter Camp. Between December 27 and 31, Scouts have the opportunity to earn up to 5 merit badges. Cost for the 4-night event is $220. For more information, click here: https://www.campbertadams.org/wintercamp
Chattahoochee Nature Center
The Chattahoochee Nature Center has updated its Merit Badge offerings for autumn. CNC will offer Nature Merit Badge on September 25th and Mammal Study Merit Badge on October 2nd. Please click here: https://www.chattnaturecenter.org/education/scouts/scouts-bsa/
Dunwoody Nature Center
Dunwoody Nature Center has updated its Merit Badge offerings for the fall. Upcoming workshops include Insect Study (September 17th) and Forestry (October 8th). For more information, click here: https://dunwoodynature.org/scout-merit-badges/
South River Cleanup
Help clean up the South River! Wear yourself out with others as we have a fun and rewarding time pulling cans, bottles, and tires out of the South River! You can participate as a member of the land crew or get in a kayak or canoe and load up your boat with trash as you float down the river. Let Andrew Kraft (akrafty@me.com) know of questions and if you are interested in participating! Learn more and sign up here!
Financial Management Support LInks
Attention Parents!
There's a new Financial Management Tab on the Scout/Parent Portal to assist with tracking and management of expense reimbursement and escrow accounts.
Please use the links on this webpage to submit expense reimbursement requests or for campout/other payments that you'd like to pay using your Scout's escrow balance.
Escrow Accounts
Escrow account balance report (please note "as-of" date as these balances change often)
Request Invoice Payment using Scout Escrow Balance
Expense Reimbursement Requests
Grubmaster/Cobbler reimbursement requests
Transportation/Trailer reimbursement requests
Other General Expense Reimbursement requests
Volunteer at Spooky-ree
It takes a large team of volunteers and staff to make Fall Family Camp an amazing experience for our Scouts. Scout BSA Troops or individual Scouts are encouraged to volunteer to help at this event. Volunteers will have all meals, lodging, and a patch, plus service hours (where applicable). If you are interested in volunteering, please register at the link below. You will receive further information from our Volunteer Coordinator closer to the event. Click here for more:
SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES
Scoutmaster Conferences for Scout, Star, Life and Eagle are conducted by Mr. Cole. You can sign-up for Scoutmaster Conference for Scout, Star and Life by using the SignUp Genius on the Troop's Website under Scoutmaster Conferences (https://sites.google.com/troop77bsa.com/scout-parent/scoutmaster-conferences?authuser=0) and following the instructions on that webpage. Scoutmaster Conferences for Eagle can be arranged by emailing Mr. Cole at ctcole0308@gmail.com. IF YOUR SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCE IS BEFORE 7P, ONE OF YOUR PARENTS MUST BE PREPARED TO STAY FOR THE CONFERENCE (SO THAT WE HAVE TWO ADULTS PRESENT AND NO ONE-ON-ONE CONTACT) SO THAT WE CAN REMAIN YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING COMPLIANT.
Scoutmaster Conferences for Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class are completed by an Assistant Scoutmaster and should be arranged through the ASM Helpdesk or by contacting Mr. Jensen at garyljensen@gmail.com.
EAGLE COURTS OF HONOR HELP
For anyone (Scouts or Parents) who can volunteer some time to help organize a few things, get things setup, or help take things down at the end of Eagle Courts of Honor, Mrs. Cole could certainly use the help. It’s not an overwhelming amount of stuff to get done by a team, but it starts to get overwhelming if you are having to do it all by yourself. If you’re interested in helping with the Eagle Courts of Honor please contact Holly Cole (hpcole77@gmail.com or (770) 401-4992) and let her know. With a big backlog from COVID and being fortunate to have 1-2 Scouts earning Eagle a month, this is a great way to give some time to the Troop on a night other than Tuesdays and a great place to start volunteering.
NYLT
It’s time to register for National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). We strongly recommend all eligible Scouts that have not previously attended NYLT to register and take part in SBSA’s preeminent Youth training opportunity. To be eligible for NYLT, before the week you plan to attend, you must be:
13 or older
First Class
Completed ILST
Have the recommendation of your Scoutmaster
The remaining 2022 NYLT Session Dates are as follows:
Session 3 (Part 1) - Saturday, Nov 19 2022 - Tuesday, Nov 22 2022
Adventure Camp (Bert Adams Scout Camp)
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Session 3 (Part 2) - Saturday, Dec 3 2022 - Sunday, Dec 4 2022
Adventure Camp (Bert Adams Scout Camp)
Session 4 Monday, Dec 26 2022 - Saturday, Dec 31 2022
Camps Emerson & Gorman (Bert Adams Scout Camp)
You can find additional information and register for NYLT at: https://aacnylt.org/
UPCOMING COUNCIL/DISTRICT EVENTS
Merit Badge Summits - Saturday, Oct 29, 2022 (https://www.atlantabsa.org/meritbadgesummit)
Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops - September 24, 2022, and November 5, 2022 (https://www.atlantabsa.org/youthtraining)
OA Fall Fellowship - September 9 - 11, 2022
University of Scouting - September 24, 2022
IOLS Scouts BSA Outdoor Leader Training - October 8 - 9 (https://www.atlantabsa.org/iols)
OA Fall Induction & Fellowship Weekend - November 4 - 6, 2022
National Youth Leadership Training - Session 3 (Part 1) Saturday, Nov 19 2022 - Tuesday, Nov 22 2022 and (Part 2) Saturday, Dec 3 2022 - Sunday, Dec 4 2022; and Session 4 Monday, Dec 26 2022 - Saturday, Dec 31 2022 (https://aacnylt.org)
winter Camp
The Atlanta Area Council is excited to offer Winter Camp at Bert Adams Scout Camp for Scouts BSA Troops and Venturing Crews. For 5 days and 4 nights in December, Scouts BSA and Venturers will have the opportunity to camp and play at one of America's premier camps. Our winter camp will introduce unique programs and merit badges that are not available at either of our summer camps. We've pulled together the best of our summer camp staffs for an all-star leadership team. Scouts BSA and Venturers can attend as a Troop or Crew, patrol, or as an individual provisional Scouts BSA/Venturer. Activities include over 60 Merit Badges, Games, Cracker Barrels, an epic Klondike Derby, Cold Weather Camping Activities, Campfires, and other unique programs.
https://www.campbertadams.org/files/42668/2022-winter-camp-flyer
community service opportunities
Click the link below to see all of the community service opportunities available now.
https://sites.google.com/troop77bsa.com/scout-parent/service
Communication
Remind Application
Troop 77 Parents –
Or text @troop77p to the number 81010
Troop 77 Scouts
or text @troop77s to the number 81010
Troop 177 Parents –
Or text @troop177p to the number 81010
Troop 177 Scouts
or text @troop177s to the number 81010
Scoutbook
At least one parent/guardian MUST activate their Scoutbook account.
Only the linked parent/guardian can activate the scout's access to their Scoutbook account. (If you scout does not have an email please make them a free account at gmail.com)
To activate your Scout's account complete please click here How to activate your scout's Scoutbook account
Scoutbook has a mobile app. Search for “Scouting BSA” in the APP Store or Google Play and download today! Your login is the same as the web version.
Coming soon a scout will be able to check their escrow account, if medical forms are out of date, swim test status and much more