Last Updated: August 8, 2004
Canoe
Meeting, August 8, 2004
Winooski River Shakedown - Most of
the group planning to tackle the Saco River in a few weeks met at the
Delta Park fishing access to test their river paddling skills.
Five canoes passed under the new bike bridge at the mouth of the
Winooski before heading back up river to the Heineberg bridge and then
back to the access for haul-out. There were sightings of beaver,
heron, box turtle and various bird life.
Troop
Meeting, July 21, 2004
Mini-High Adventure - Canoeing group
will be touring the Saco River near North Conway, New Hampshire.
The hiking group will be tackling Mt. Washington. This provides
an opportuninty for the two groups to have some time together.
Dates remain August 19-22 for canoeing, August 20-22 for hiking.
Canoe
Preparation
- Next Wednesday meeting is at Hazelett Beach, to go over some canoeing
basics, 6:30pm. Bring a life jacket and water shoes.
We hope to have canoeing day trips August 8 and August 15 to further
prepare.
******** Please note *******
Wednesday
7/28 meeting is cancelled, posptoned to Wednesday 8/4. ****
Hiking
Preparation
- There will be a prep hike Sunday, August 8. More details to
follow.
Camp
Tamaracouta
- is next week!!! Everyone going is to meet at the firehouse at
10:00 am Saturday, July 24, to begin the journey to Quebec.
REMINDER: Parents: bring a letter to be signed and notarized
stating your child is authorized to travel with those who will be
driving (Goodmans, Niquettes, Foster, Francis, Farmer). We will
have a notary available Saturday morning, at the firehouse. ALSO:
do not forget the three forms that were in the packet recently sent to
you.
Camp Norris
-
Was a ball, once again. The climbing wall was a big hit.
Merit badges flew like autumn leaves. Good time had by all.
Clean Sweep Award recipients. Congrats to all !!!
Troop
Meeting, June 2, 2004
Congratulations to Aaron Worc.
He completed the Scout requirements.
Congratulations
to Chris K. Chris attained the rank of Star Scout.
COURT OF HONOR.
Takes place as scheduled, Wednesday, June 9, 6:30pm at UMS. Plan
to attend.
Mini-High
Adventure -
looks like we will plan a hiking / canoeing trip for the latter part of
August. Probably the last weekend before school. These will
be rigorous canoe and hiking trips. There will be qualifications
and basic requirements to meet. To that end, we will offer
preparatory sessions in both canoeing and hiking over the summer.
Stay tuned.
Medical Forms
- Get these in to Mrs. Goodman (Tamaracouta) or Mr.Lamothe (Mt. Norris)
As Soon As Possible !!!
Amusement Park
Trip
- This summer. 6 Flags Agawam. Details to follow.
Eagle Court of
Honor
- June 13, Chris Farmer, 2:00pm. We need color guard. We
think it will be at the Colchester Meeting House. Stay tuned.
Malletts Bay
Fire
Department Honor Ceremony - June 19. They would like
participants from our troop. Meet at the Firehouse at 8:45.
Troop
Meeting, May 26, 2004
Next Week,
Rocket
Powered Car Trials. You'll need a completed vehicle. Time
is short, but if you want to see them fly put one together and join the
fun. They must be secured to the line to race, and you must bring
your own engines, because the cars run on three or four different sizes.
Eagle Court of Honor - This Saturday, 2:00pm at the Malletts Bay
Firehouse. The entire troop is invited. There will be a
barbecue afterwards. Please let Mrs. Goodman know if you plan to
attend.
Perfect School Attendance - Out of all Colchester 9th, 10th and 11th
grade students, only 2 achieved a perfect attendance record.
Kudos to Eric Wy !!!!!!!
Summer Camp - Up to date physicals are required, even if its just a
parent signing off the three year certificate. It you get to camp
and the records show you need a physical, you might end up going
home. Only six weeks to camp. Time is short.
National Jamboree - Attendees !!! organize and get fundraising !!!
Mini High Adventure - Scheduling is up in the air. More on this
soon. Base camp activity will now be included in our Spring
outing.
Washington Trip takers - How about a report from those who went?
What were the best experiences? What were the worst? Next
week, submit one or two paragraphs describing what your experiences
were. We'll pick a few to present at the upcoming Court of Honor.
OA Ordeal - Way to go Kyle G. Sean Mc and Chris K. They got
through it and a lot of great work was accomplished.
Troop
Meeting, May 5, 2004
Mt Norris summer camp - Please get
your dues in to Mr. Lamothe as soon as possible.
Pen Pal People
- Letters are due. Please get them to Mr. Kaiser at the next
meeting.
Planning
Meeting
- 08:30 hrs at Hazelett.
Spring Camporee
- menu planning at the next meeting.
Next week is the last session of Citizenship
in the World. This is a GREAT opportunity to complete this
Eagle required badge.
Troop
Meeting, April 28, 2004
Camp Tamaracouta Deposit is due -
Please get $50.00 to Mrs Goodman as soon as possible.
Mt. Norris
summer
camp - If you get the funds in by next week the amount is
$220. After that the amount is $250. Save $30. Get
the funds in by next week. There are now 3 vertical and one
horizontal climbing walls in the renovated barn. 2 climbing
instructors are scheduled for this summer's sessions. Perfect
scenario for earning the climbing merit badge.
Medical Forms
- Class 2 forms are required to be on file prior to camp
sessions. Forms are available from the Forms page off our home
page.
Washington Trip
- Great time had by all. Thanks to all the folks who made this
happen.
Pen Pal people
- Get those responses back to Mr. Kaiser next week.
Annual
Planning
Conference - Saturday, May 8, 08:30 hrs - 17:00 hrs. In
the next few patrol corners be thinking of what items and activities
you would like to see happen next scouting year. Make sure your
patrol leader knows what's on your minds ...
Knight's Patrol
- Troop 601's newest, has elected Joey as patrol leader. Go
Knights !!!
SPL Election
- Daniel L. and Eric W. threw their hats into the ring for next year's
leadership position. The troop voted! Eric W. is our new
SPL.
Scout Accounts
- The troop treasurer, Mrs. Weiss, has all the account
information.
Troop
Meeting, April 7, 2004
Sign up Sheets for Resident Camps -
Mt. Norris and Tamaracouta, Quebec. Whatever camp you pick, or
both, you need to pay a deposit in the next few weeks. If you
plan on Mt. Norris, please make a $110 deposit at the next
meeting. Early bird discounts end soon. If you are planning
to attend Tamaracouta, $50 is due now, with $50 payments over the next
few months. You may use your Scout Account. But you must
TELL SOMEBODY. Please make an
effort to make your deposit soon.
Sign up Sheet
for
Camporee in May - Please note: the location has
changed. It was Ethan Allen Homestead. It's now the
DAR Park in Addison, off of RT 17, in Addison. May 14, 15 and
16. There will be a re-enactment. See this link,
DAR
Map, for details.
Service
Certificates
- See Mr. Goodman. Get credit for your service hours.
Washington DC
Trip
- Info packets are available. The Holocaust Museum needs parental
permission.
Religion Badges
- See Mr. Lamothe for help with this.
Cinematography
Badges
- Mr. Goodman awaits more material.
Welcome to the
Knights, once again. Our new patrol.
Flaming Arrows
are the only ones with an inter-Patrol score sheet. Looks like
they are on target for pizza.
Bring in your
books.
Every Week. How else can you further advancement?
BRING IN YOUR BOOKS !!!
Troop
Meeting, March 31, 2004
Bottle Drive Plans Change - We will
meet at the Colchester Middle School parking area at 2:00 pm !!!
on Saturday, April 3. We should be done no later than 6:00
pm. Remember, if you are planning to go on the Washington DC
trip, and you have not yet participated in a bottle drive, you MUST
attend this one. Of course, you are more than welcome to
participate even if you are not needing this for DC. Half the
hours do count as sevice hours, and half your share of earnings do go
to your scout account.
DC Trip
-
At next week's meeting we will hold a small meeting of those
planning to go to Washington to go over planning and schedule
details. Please ensure that one adult family member attends so
that information can be passed along.
Summer Camp
-
Deposits are already coming due. Mt Norris summer camp is July
11, Tamaracouta is July 26. Be thinking about your summer plans
now.
Annual
Planning
conference - is coming up, May 8. Be thinking about what
activities you want to plan for next year. Talk this up at patrol
corner.
Senior Patrol
Leader
elections - will take place soon, this April. Be thinking
about whether you want to be on the ballot.
Bring in those
books
!!! Get all those swimming requirements signed off.
Bring in those books !!!
New patrol -
the
Knights !!! Welcome aboard Billy V., Joey C., James C.,
and Aaron W.
Troop
Meeting, March 24, 2004
Second swim session was a great
time. Many requirements were met with lots of free swim
time. Reminder, next meeting is back our normal place and time,
18:30 hrs at UMS. Swimming will continue with land based training
and information.
PLC meeting
now scheduled for Tuesday, March 30, at the Foster's
Scout
University
attendants plan to meet at the firehouse at 05:45 hrs. Rides will
leave promptly at 06:00 to make registration in Norwich at 07:30-08:00
hrs.
Troop Meeting,
March 17, 2004
First swim
session
at the YMCA. BSA swim test was a big focus.
Polar Bear
Camping
- 7 scouts, 2 leaders. A great time was had by all !!!
Troop
Meeting, March 10, 2004
Pancake Breakfast - It's this
Sunday, March 14. Early duty starts at 06:30 hrs, latest duty
ends at 13:30 hrs. Breakfast is served from 07:30 to 12:00
hrs. Wear your best uniform.
Eagle Court of
Honor
- Some of you have assigned duties. Please make every effort to
be there. If you cannot attend please call one of the
adults to let them know. This is a fun and important time
honoring a fellow scout. Keep your uniform clean from breakfast.
Swimming
Sessions
- Next week, Wednesday, March 17 and the following week, March 24,
troop meetings will be held at the Burlington YMCA pool. Scouts
need to arrange their own rides to and from the Y. Check with
your friends. Call Mr. Kaiser at 879-8917 if you need a ride.
Washington DC
Trip
Deposits - Due in total, next week. The trip is ON.
We ARE going. Please sign up and have $100 in deposit in by next
week. There is still room for those who have not signed up.
Polar Bear
-
Plenty of snow still up at Norris. Plan is to go up Friday night,
March 19, return Sunday noon, March 21. Details to follow at one
of the swim meetings.
Bottle Drive
- One more drive still to come. Saturday, April 3.
Happy Birthday
- Daniel Macaig, Alex Worcester, Eric Wallace.
Spring Camporee
- Handouts were given out. Please make sure your parents see this
so they can schedule accordingly.
National
Jamboree
- You need to get to the web site to follow through with information
and application forms. The official web site is:
http://www.scouting.org/jamboree/
. You can also get more information from Green Mountain Council,
their link is:
http://www.scoutingvermont.org/
Polar
Bear Camping ???
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Boy
Scouts Rescued After Utah Avalanche
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SALT LAKE CITY - A huge wall of snow collapsed and buried the
entrances to a
series of manmade caves where more than three dozen Boy Scouts and
their leaders were sleeping during a winter survival camping trip, but
everyone was rescued unharmed.
The
scouts had carved the caves deep into the snow on a ridge in northern
Utah's Logan Canyon, at an elevation of 7,400 feet.
"You're
pretty cozy inside of them," said Randy Maurer, the father of one of
the scouts. "You're completely oblivious to what's going on outside."
After
the
39 scouts and scout leaders went to sleep Friday night, wind gusting to
64 mph piled snow into a huge cornice hanging over the slope where the
scouts dug their caves.
The
500-foot cornice collapsed just before 4 a.m. Saturday, burying the
entrances to the caves under 6 to 8 feet of snow.
Insulated
by the thick snow around them, the scouts were unaware of the problem.
"It
was a
little bit more than what we expected to wake up to," Maurer said.
The
avalanche was heard by a group of scout leaders who were sleeping in a
nearby trailer, and they used an emergency roadside telephone to call
911.
"That
probably made quite a bit of noise, I'm imagining," Cache County
sheriff's Lt. Von Williamson said of the avalanche. "But if they would
have all been in the caves, I shudder to think how long it would be
before we would have heard about this."
Williamson
said the Scout leaders who called for help knew approximately where the
caves were, and emergency crews used shovels and snow probes to locate
the scouts.
Some
of
the boys, ages 12 to 16, were awakened when they were jabbed by the
avalanche probes the rescuers were pushing into the snow.
Maurer
told The Salt Lake Tribune he was awakened by the sounds of the rescue
effort.
"That
was
a big shock," said his son, Brock. "It was a wake-up call for sure."
By
7:05
a.m., everyone had been pulled from the caves uninjured.
"Some
were pretty scared, some were only somewhat upset," Williamson said.
"It seemed to depend upon the age of the kids. The older kids took it a
little more in stride."
The
scouts were on an annual excursion from the nearby Smithfield and
Nibley areas of northern Utah
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Oh, Well ...
Troop
Meeting - February 11, 2004
National Jamboree, while still
a ways out in time, is approaching and deserves careful
consideration. It's an opportunity of a life time. The web
site on the handout has more info. Date is not set but if you're
interested you should start planning for it.
There will be a huge Merit Badge Midway. Our guys might set up
the archery station.
Chemistry
Merit
Badge papers are back. Pick them up if you are
completing the badge.
Court of
Honor
- next week, Feb 19.
Patrols and Staff need to have skits ready.
Flaming Arrows have opening
Flaming Arrows - Snacks
Eagles - Drinks
Pirates - Drinks
Dragons - Desserts
Staff - Snacks
Bottle
Drive
- This Saturday, Feb 14, meet 09:30 hrs at the Firehouse.
D.C. Trip participants should participate in at least one of these
drives to raise a portion of the trip costs.
Winter
Trek
was a blast. If you still owe the payment please turn it in as
soon as possible or we will debit your scout account.
Patrol
Honor
Competition begins now. First Patrol to 200 points
gets a pizza party. Then we start over towards another pizza
party. Things like openings, closings, inspections, attendance
and service projects add up the points. Bonus points are given
for extra efforts and interest.
The Colchester
Winter Carnival Rotary Auction Troop 601 Pizza Fundraiser
earned $200 for the troop. Three scouts worked the concession
which was looked on positively by all who participated.
Troop
Meeting - January 28, 2004
Winter Trek
- Its a blast. This year will have a snow shoe
circuit and cross-country ski circuit and on each will be a shooting
station. $35.00 includes all food and fine cabin
accomodations. There are still some openings. If you'd like
to sign up, do so by next Wednesday.
Cinematogtraphy
- 18 blue cards were filled in and signed. You have
some homework.
Don't forget. Every scout at every scout meeting should have
their book with them.
Mr Foster has 601 badges, ones that are all one badge instead of three
badges. $1.50 gets you one. See Mr. Foster.
Washington
DC
Trip - has accomodations right downtown, blocks from all
major attractions. It's shaping up to be a great trip.
Openings are available. You need to participate in some fund
raising if you plan to go on the DC trip.
Bottle
Drive - Valentine
Day, Saturday, Feb 14, 9:00 to 1:00. Will be announced in the
newspaper so we expect good volumes. A great way to achieve that
fund raising goal. Half the hours are service hours and half are
fund raising hours.
Troop
Meeting - January 21, 2004
Polar Bear gear inspection went on as if the trip had not been
cancelled. Most scouts did not know of the cancellation until the
meeting. Weather forecasts were for 20 below with strong winds to
boot. Good news, though, most gear inspections were bang
on. Looks like the scouts were prepared. We're shooting for
March 20 polar bear makeup ... Don't forget, Winter Trek is right
around the corner, Feb 6,7,& 8, so you can get out in the cold and
snow sooner than you think. If you are planning on participating
in Winter Trek please remember sign up dues next meeting, $35.00.
Our first bottle drive was a resounding success. 3 hours of
braving the cold netted the toop many dollars plus 3 boxes of food for
donation to the Colchester Food Shelf. Almost half the funds
raised represent dues for the Washington, DC trip, for the six scouts
who participated. Our next drive is planned Feb 14. Meet at
9:00am at the firehouse. We need more boys and drivers.
Remember, if you are going on the DC trip you must participate in the
bottle drives to help raise funds.
Rocket launch season is back with us. The first two weekends in
February and March will bring us the chance to observe a 9000
foot FAA waiver (meaning the launchers expect to fly vehicles
almost two miles up). Expected is an M engine driven attempt to
reach Level 3. Location this year will be the sandbar, south
side. Saty tuned for further details.
Webelos are visiting now, getting ready to cross over. Scouts
should consider helping at the cross over dinner, March 20, 6:00 - 8:00
pm. Service time is available for helping with dinner and such.
Patrol Spirit Award is hereby RE-INSTITUTED. Points will be
earned for exemplary patrol teamwork in various categories. First
patrol to reach 200 points will earn a pizza party. Skits,
songs, helping at court of honor all apply.
!!!
Welcome Back Mr. Wood !!!!
Crab soccer was a hit. Good game.
We are planning another mini high adventure trip for the June time
frame. Get ready to plan another canoe route through Rollins Pond
!!!
NOTE: Polar Bear Camping postponed
until March. Stay Tuned.
NOTE: Court of Honor originally
scheduled for Feb 11 has been re-scheduled for Feb 18
Troop Meeting -
January 14, 2004
Winter Camping
skill
session was conducted. A presentation on hypothermia put on by a
Rescue professional.
Congratulations to Justin for reaching Tenderfoot. And Aaron for
Star.
REMEMBER:
Deposit due
for Washington DC trip.
Troop Meeting -
January 7, 2004
Congratulations
to
Daniel and Sean for achieving Star Scout.
Congrats to Ben for Tenderfoot.
Bottle and Food
Drive
postponed one week, from Saturday the 10th to
Saturday the 17th.
$50.00 deposit for April Washington DC trip is DUE at next week's troop
meeting.
Scout volunteers for Pancake Breakfast are Amar, Ethan and Eric W.
Polar Bear readiness check and training is scheduled for next week's
meeting.
Next Meeting's agenda:
This will be a Parent Meeting.
All parents are welcome to join us !!!
Pirates have Opening
Dragons have Game
Eagles have Closing
Theme/Skill: Winter Camping/Cold
Weather First Aid
!!! Troop
Holiday Party !!!
Wednesday, December 17, 2003
5:30 to 9:00 pm
(This will take the place of our weekly meeting)
Pizza Putt
Airport Parkway, South Burlington
Cost $5.00
You are respopnsible for your own transportation to and from Pizza Putt
Admission price includes pizza, soft drinks and golf
Arcade is available but is not included in the above cost
Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item with you for our
collection to the food bank this holiday season
Come as you are
Troop Meeting -
December 10, 2003
Remember, during our weekly
meetings, please take care of the school equipment that surrounds the
area. The school is our host and we need to act like responsible
guests in order to be invited back.
Our fourth Eagle Scout passed
board
of review, Congrats to Matt McGuire !!!
Matt is one half of the first father/son Eagle combo from
Troop601. (Dad, Brian, 1975) is the other half.
Currently have 5 active and serving Troop601 Eagle Scouts !!!
Lions Club & Colchester Parks and Rec.
Annual Meet Santa Breakfast
at the White Church on Main St.
Saturday, December 13
Needs Scouts to
help
greet people, seat people and clear some tables. There will be
two seatings, one at 9:00 and one at 10:15. Please arrive a half
hour early to learn the ropes. If you
need service time for advancement, consider helping from 7:30 to 10:30.
It's fun, they need help, and
you'll
probably catch a glimpse of Santa while you're there. !!! Service Time !!!
We need adult volunteers to help with Pancake
Breakfast.
Please ask your parents to consider helping out.
PLC Meeting, Tuesday, Dec 16, 6:00pm at the Foster's
Patrol leaders or assistants and senior staff
Troop Meeting -
December 3, 2003
Very
important.
If you plan to go to the Holiday Party. Bring your signup $5.00
to next week's meeting.
Parents are welcome and needed. Please join us for the Holiday
Party !!!
Only two troop meetings this month. Next week is the last meeting
till the New Year !!!
Bottle/food drive coming up, January 10th.
Four signups currently running:
Holiday Party
Polar bear Camping
Winter Trek
April DC Trip
Talk to your folks about these trips. Come to the next meeting
ready to sign up for your choices.
Happy Birthday to Aaron and Jacob, this month. Also, Mr. Goodman
!!!
Troop Meeting -
November 12, 2003
Popcorn
Pickup -
Please pick up your order from the Kernel's garage as soon as
possible. Volume this year was good, pretty much on target.
Thanks to all who participated !!!
Patrol Change - Because the Wolverines were down to three scouts, which
is not enough for a patrol, these scouts have been moved to new
patrols: Ethan moves to the Flaming Arrows and Chris K. and Daniel move
to the Dragons. Welcome Aboard!!!
Signups - Polar Bear Camping, January 23-25
- Winter Trek, February 6-8
- Washington DC Trip, April 19-23
We need firm headcount for the DC trip as soon as possible. Space
is limited to 36 people, including adults. If more sign up
selection will be first come, first served. We will be travelling
on a Premier Coach, bathroom, TV, VCR, comfortable seats.
Happy Birthday this month to Sean and Kyle !!!
Personal Management, an Eagle Required badge, will be the focus next
week.
Welcome back Mr. Wood to the troop meeting !!!
Troop Meeting -
September 17, 2003
Matt Maguire Eagle Project service times:
Bottle Drive - Meet at Firehouse Saturday, 08:45
Painting at St. Ann's Garage - Saturday, 13:00
-
Sunday, 13:00
Underhill State Park,
Camping Overnight, Saturday Sept. 27, return the 28th. Scout
Skills, mainly cooking.
Camporee Signup. Don't forget. Let your folks know about
this !!!
This is a BIG one !!! October 17-19. The 601Calendar entry
for this contains ALL the details and schedule. Click on the
little black arrow next to the date in the right hand window pane.
Troop library books - Get them back to Alex.
We had email contact with a troop of Sea Scouts form Colchester, Essex,
England. I quote:
Hi
My name is Tony Jay (Known to my Scouts as TJ).
I'm Group Scout Leader and Scout Leader of the 26th Colchester Sea
Scout Group in the District of Colchester East in Colchester, Essex,
England.
One of the Scout Association of England's Group
badges is the International one and part of the requirement is for
Scouts to make contact with Scouts from another / other country(ies).
If possible I would like to help set up communication between some of
the boys / girls in my Troop (do you have girl Scouts?). If you can
help perhaps you could e mail me back.
Look forward to hearing from you
TJ
Court of Honor - Scheduled for Wednesday the 24th. Bring your
folks. Let them know about it.
Get to Mr. or Mrs. Goodman if you need Board of Review after
Scoutmaster Conference. Your advancement is mostly in your hands.
Patrols should be preparing skits or songs or such for everyone's
entertainment at Court of Honor. Refreshments. Patrol
leaders reminder: Dragons - drinks, Wolverines - desserts,
Pirates - desserts, Flaming Arrows - drinks, Eagles can bring whatever
they want. Staff is bringing Chips and Dips.
Second Eagle Palm (Gold) presented to Jeremy L. Way to go !!!
Troop Meeting -
September 10, 2003
Camporee Signup
Sheet
- will be available next week. Let your folks know about this !!!
This is a BIG one !!!
We are planning a one night camping trip to Underhill State Park,
Saturday Sept. 27, return the 28th. Be prepared to sign up for
this, also.
Troop library books - Get them back to Alex.
Welcome Troop Chaplain - Mr. Weissenstein
April Washington Trip - Sign up sheet next week. We need signups
for this as soon as possible. Let your folks know about this.
Court of Honor - Scheduled for Wednesday the 24th. Bring your
folks. Let them know about it.
The Calendar has been updated with
the
year's plan, as set forth by the Scouts at the annual planning
conference.
