Troop 227 Newsletter March 2004


Introduction

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elcome to the fifth edition of our Troop 227 Newsletter.  To learn more about Boy Scouts, please visit us at any troop activity, speak to a troop leader, or visit one of the following websites.

http://www.mtcbsa.org

http://www.scouting.org/

 

Welcome New Scouts!

 

Troop 227 welcomes two new scouts, Landry and William.  Let’s all encourage these two fine young men as they journey toward becoming Eagle Scouts!

 

Message from a Father

 

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hile helping my son, Will, sell $2665 worth of popcorn, we met many people.  As we conversed with each potential customer, I was struck by how often they wished to relate their own connection to Boy Scouts.  We heard comments ranging from "My son is an Eagle Scout" to "there is an Eagle Scout in my neighborhood" to "I was in Boy Scouts".  If they didn't volunteer how far they advanced in Boy Scouts, I asked.  I noticed that in every case, if they reached the rank of Eagle they were proud to announce it, however if they didn't reach the rank of Eagle, their eyes would droop and they would announce sadly that they only reached the rank of Second Class or Life or one of the other ranks.  I reassured them that this was nothing to be ashamed of. 

 

Therefore, I have concluded that reaching the rank of Eagle Scout is a life-altering experience that can catapult young men into adulthood with a strong foundation for reaching their potential for good works.  How much have you contributed lately to help a young man attain the rank of Eagle Scout?  Rededicate yourself today.  It will be time well spent.

 

Congratulations and Help Sought

 

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ithin the last month, most scouts in our troop visited either the Brentwood City Council or Tennessee State Legislature as they continued working on merit badges.  Some merit badges, like these, require homework, the same as school.  It would be very helpful if each scout’s parents worked with them to be sure their work is completed on time.

Upcoming Troop Events

  • March 1 –Regular Troop Meeting, 6:30 PM.  Wear Class A uniforms. 
    • Boards of Review for advancement.
    • Sign up to bring a dessert or drink to Court of Honor.
    • Planning for March 5-7 campout.  Payment due for campout, $10 per scout, $15 per family. 
  • March 5-7 – Campout, 2 nights. Montgomery Bell State Park.
  • March 8 – Court of Honor, 6:30 PM, Crieve Hall Chapel
  • March 15 – No meeting.  (spring break week for most scouts)
  • March 22 – Troop Meeting, 6:30 PM.

 

Future Campouts

  • April 2 – 4 – Spring District Camporee, Location TBA
  • May 14 – 16 – Campout, 2 nights. Location TBA.
  • June 27 – July 2 – Summer Resident Camp Week at Boxwell

Troop Leader Contacts

Scoutmaster

·        Gene Wright

Assistant Scoutmasters

·        Truman Bean

·        Chris Paul

·        John Hammond

Troop Committee Chairman

·        Andy Richter

Charter Organization Rep

 

·        Ray Frizzell