EAGLE TIMES
|
|
EAGLE TIMES |
|
TROOP 80 *** BSA *** MARCH / APRIL 2001
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
DATES TO REMEMBER
March Camp Out March 23 - 25
April Camp Out April 27 - 29
Scout Odyssey May 19
Advancement camp June 9 - 16
Canoe Odyssey July 13 - 22
MARCH BIRTHDAYS
Brantley Jones 4, Dennis Eaves 6, Chris Coppedge 23, Burt Reynolds 11, LeVar Burton 16, Michael “Air” Jordon 17, Drew Skipworth 23, Johnny Cash 26, Chad Dominguez 29
APRIL BIRTHDAYS
Steve Filipowicz 1, Rich Kritselis 3, Steve Tunnell 15, John Banks 18, John Filipowicz 18, Chas Binkley 19, Jeff Indeck 22, Grant Snell 24, Huntley Almond 27, Tristun Fithen 29.
PATROL POINTS as of 2-12-01
Outstanding Patrol
C1 Comanche 3524
C2 Inuit 2948
D2 Maya 2523
B1 Apache 2488
D1 Sioux 2482
B2 Seminole 1942
Outstanding Crew
E2 Wichita 850
F1 Navaho 700
E1 Ute 600
Skill Patrol
C2 Inuit 48
B1 Apache 40
C1 Comanche 34
D2 Maya 22
B2 Seminole 17
D1 Sioux 17
ORDER OF THE ARROW
During the OA election, you will be asked to vote on members of our troop that exemplify the true scouting spirit. A vote of yes or no is required for each scout on the ballot. You can vote for any and all on the list. If you choose not to vote for any or you don’t feel qualified to vote, don’t turn in a ballot as this would count as a vote against all the scouts. A scout must receive 50% of the yes votes of the ballots that were cast.
SCOUT SHOW 2001
The Scout Council wants every troop to participate in the greatest scout show ever. On May 19, several thousand scouters are going to showcase their skills to the entire Texas Panhandle. We want to show what scouting in the twenty-first century is all about. They have reserved Memorial Park, just south of Amarillo College, for the entire day. Lots of games, food, and displays for the scouts to set up so others in the community can see what scouting is and why we do it.
CANOE CAMP 2001
Jim Thompson has sent in the official forms to reserve time slots for the troop in the Boundary Waters. We will be canoeing on the March, April, and May camp outs to get ready for this great trip. Sign up now so we can get the crews et. Crew chief candidates need to start getting their requirements met. Earn the shirt and lead a crew.
The “Great Canoe Trip” is set for July 13 - 22 in the far north of Minnesota. The cost should be just $200 dollars. Attendance rules will apply as you must attend 5 camp outs, 25 troop meetings, and you must advance one rank (or 5 merit badges) to be eligible to attend. Don’t miss this great Troop 80 summer camp. Monthly payments of $40 can be made starting this month on the easy payment plan.
WHAT’S COOKING
Chocolate Carmel Brownies
1 box chocolate cake mix
1 1/2 stick butter
2/3 cups evaporated milk
1 cup chopped pecans
14 oz. Caramels
1 cup chocolate chips
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9x13 inch dish with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter, 1/2 the milk, and the pecans, stirring with a spoon till the dough forms. Press 1/2 the dough into the dish and bake 6 minutes.
In a saucepan, melt the caramels with the remaining 1/3 cup evaporated milk over low heat. Sprinkle chips over cooked dough. Spread on the melted caramels then crumble the remaining dough over the top. Bake for an additional 20 minutes and let stand for 1 hour.
DUES ARE DUE
To play, you gotta pay. Your annual $25.00 dues need to be paid to the troop right now. In fact, if you haven’t paid yet, your bill is past due. This covers the insurance, Boys Life, and membership in the troop for the whole year.
MEET A SCOUT
Michael Walker found the time to play football at Austin Middle School with a record of 7-1 losing in a tough one to Bonham, 21 - 20. He placed second at the city meet in his weight division. He is now running track where he took first place in the pole-vault. He was recognized by the Duke University Talent Search for academic achievement. Michael will be the student body president for next year at Austin. He is currently a 1st Class scout. Keep up the good work....
PHILMONT BOUND
Assistant Scoutmaster Terry Slade will be leaving us soon and heading to Philmont. He was offered and accepted the position of Assistant Manager of the Commissary. He will have a staff of over 50 and feed more than 35,000 scouters this summer. Terry’s last day at Amarillo College is April 27th and he has to report to Philmont on May 10th. He has been with the troop for 10 years and will be missed in the kitchen. Good luck in your new job.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
With Terry headed off to Philmont, the troop has 2 very vital job openings that need to be filled as soon as possible. Sheri Woods has accepted the position as our new Newsletter Editor. You may see some changes to the Eagle Times in the near future as she takes the reins and puts her personal touch to it.
We will also be needing some folks to step forward to help out with lodging of scouts on their way to New Mexico, Colorado, and Philmont this summer in the Troop 80 building. Your job will be to make sure a key is available and check on the unit when they arrive. Your help is greatly needed.
WIND CAMP NUMBER 1
Scouts and adults braved winds and snow at Tres
Ritos for this years snow camp. Downhill skiing was
okay, but Saturday afternoon competitions were
canceled due to the wind. However, the kitchen area
was nice and warm and out of the wind. D Squad,
your Squad leaders are still looking for tent parts.
WIND CAMP NUMBER 2
Just when we though it was safe to go back in the water again, the canoes were beached at Lake Altus on the March camp out. CJ had a fun time having his tent rip and fall on him at 5:00 a.m. (but he made the bus on time). Saw Mt. Scott from the top (no, it was not named for Matt). Went repelling and rock climbing on Quartz Mountain. Did some trail building and area cleanup to help out the State Park. Finally got some canoe time in on Sunday. No one fell in. Then it snowed. Can't wait until April.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Tony Kolodziej has agreed to be a counselor for this merit badge. He is usually at scouts each Tuesday and can be contacted for this merit badge.
POP CORN SALE
James Spencer is running the spring popcorn sale. This is a chance for your son to earn his entire fee to Wilderness Camp and Advancement Camp
APRIL CAMP OUT COMING
We are going to Wichita Falls, Texas for the April camp. We are planning to canoe all day Saturday. However, we will also run a base camp for scouts who are not going to go to Wilderness Camp this year to work on advancement. Sign up to go on this great trip.
MOMS AND DADS WELCOME
April 17 is Skill Night where all the parents are invited to come and watch their sons compete in various scout activities. Drinks and hot dogs will be served.
COUNSELORS NEEDED
There are at least 119 merit badges and we need parents to sign up as counselors in areas in which they have training or skill. Sign up on Tuesday night. No cost to register with council as a counselor. Under Troop rules you may not counsel you own son unless it is in a class. You can also contact Eric Wolfram if you wish to become a counselor. The scouts need your help.
PARENTS NEEDED
We have a major parent-scout camp each August at Camp Don. We need moms and dads to help plan and carry out this camp. Last year we had about 180 people attend the camp and BBQ dinner. Contact Eric Wolfram or Tim Enevoldsen if you are interested in helping as a parent.
IT’S A BOY
Rodney Scott, ASM and tree lot Guru, has a new baby (well, actually, his wife Brenda does). Harrison Daniel Scott, born 2-15-2001. Rodney will be around Troop 80 a long time.
A THOUGHT
I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank all the many men and boys of Troop 80 that I have worked with over the past 10 years. As I move on to a different part of scouting, I will always miss the times we had together. The camp outs and the weeks at Wilderness camp are what scouting is all about. Thanks for helping my nephew, Michael earn his Eagle. That is something I never finished and I hope that all our scouts complete the task and earn their Eagle rank. To my friend Paul in the kitchen, hold down the fort while I’m gone. YiS Terry
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
We want to recognize the hard work of our Scouts and leaders. If you know an 80 member that has received an honor at school, church, or other event, please send a note to slade-tm@actx.edu or 5122 W. 16th Amarillo, TX 79106-4419.
A SCOUTMASTER’S MINUTE Trailside 911 By C. Ben Woodward and Betsy Foster
This is part two of a four part series on “Advance Planning Is Your Best Defense in a Wilderness Emergency.” Copied from the Great Outdoor Recreation Pages on the WEB called GORP. Next time your heading into a wild place for a day or longer, spend just a few minutes before leaving to take some positive steps that will go a long way toward guaranteeing your safety.
1. Develop an itinerary. How many miles will you hike in a day? The guideline is one mile per hour over flat terrain. Look at a topographic map and plan your trip accordingly. Plan the trails you will hike and the location of your campsites. Leave this itinerary with someone at home. If you don’t show up as scheduled, they’ll have the critical advantage of knowing where to send help.
2. Bring the right gear. This includes a map & compass, rain gear, water, extra clothing, a stove, and sleeping bag. Test your gear before you leave. Malfunctioning equipment can make a bad situation worse. Be prepared for an emergency and you may well avoid one.
3. Check the weather forecast. Before you leave, do a last-minute weather check. If a storm is coming in, reschedule the trip.
4. Bring a first aid kit. And most important, know how to use it. Wilderness emergency training is a sound option. Your first aid kit should include protective surgical gloves and antibacterial cleanup pads to reduce your exposure to blood and other fluids. Your clothing, sunglasses, ski goggles, and other gear can also block blood-borne pathogens. Be aware of these dangers, even with a friend.
5. Know the group members. What are their expectations? If one member of your group absolutely must reach the peak, you may want to consider how you’ll deal with this person if any situation requires turning back before you reach the summit. Deal with this before heading up the trail.
6. Select appropriate trips. Consider the strength and endurance required for your trip. You may have to suggest an alternate plan. The adage “You are only as fast as your slowest person”is very true.
7. Be aware of medical histories. Make sure any member of your group that requires medication has not forgotten it, and know where it is packed. Knowing this information should be part of your plan.
Printing was donated by
Return to Eagle Times Back Issues