Committee Meeting Agenda for September 28

A. Call to Order
B. Welcome and Introductions
C. Approval of Previous Committee Meeting Minutes
We have not met formally since April.
D. Reports:
1. Scoutmaster: (Scouting program progress, Patrol activities, PLC activities, OA activities, disciplinary issues, attendance/membership issues, monthly outing plans/needs, other troop needs, etc.)
2. Secretary: (committee minutes, troop calendar, resource survey results, etc.)
3. Outdoor/Activities Coordinator: (outdoor plans, special activities, service projects, summer camp information, etc.)
4. Treasurer: (Scribe support, current financial standings, troop budget, Friends of Scouting, etc.)
5. Membership Coordinator: (Scout recruiting, Pack outreach, community relations, publicity, etc.)
6. Advancement Coordinator: (Scribe support, troop advancement, courts of honor, etc.).
7. Chartered Organization Representative: (Historian support, sponsoring organization news and needs)
8. Training Coordinator: (new training materials, youth & adult training opportunities, youth protection program, etc.)
9. Equipment Coordinator: (Quartermaster support, troop equipment [needs, safe use & storage], etc.)
E. Old Business: (reports on task assignments from previous meetings and unaddressed business)
1.Jay would like additional decals for trailer that identify our troop, chartered organization and location. These need to be priced and purchased if we have an acceptable vendor (Sue/Jeff).
F. New Business: (volunteer for or assign tasks as issues are discussed)
1.Troop committee positions need to be filled: Training Coordinator and Outdoor Activity Coordinator. How can we get more parents/adults involved with the troop?
2.Should we begin tracking blue cards? Is there a procedure for this?
3.Troop fundraisers: Our October Applebee’s date coincides with Apple Harvest. Do we want to reschedule in the winter?
4.Scout accounts: Sue will update current list. Reminder that all accounts will go to –0- on 8/31/10.
5.Need date for summer/fall COH. Does the committee need to do anything for this COH?
G. Unresolved Business: (volunteer for or assign tasks as issues are discussed)
H. Announcements:
1. The next PLC meeting is ?? Jay will determine.
1.The next troop meeting Scouts can attend a Board of Review is Monday, October 19. **SCOUTS must request a BOR from committee prior to 10/19 and have already had a scoutmaster conference.**
2.The next Troop Committee meeting is 7:30pm on Monday, October 26th, at HAUMC.

Committee Meeting Agenda for July 27

A. Call to Order
B. Welcome and Introductions
C. Approval of Previous Committee Meeting Minutes
We have not met formally since April.
D. Reports:
1. Scoutmaster: (Scouting program progress, Patrol activities, PLC activities, OA activities, disciplinary issues, attendance/membership issues, monthly outing plans/needs, other troop needs, etc.)
2. Secretary: (committee minutes, troop calendar, resource survey results, etc.)
3. Outdoor/Activities Coordinator: (outdoor plans, special activities, service projects, summer camp information, etc.)
4. Treasurer: (Scribe support, current financial standings, troop budget, Friends of Scouting, etc.)
5. Membership Coordinator: (Scout recruiting, Pack outreach, community relations, publicity, etc.)
6. Advancement Coordinator: (Scribe support, troop advancement, courts of honor, etc.).
7. Chartered Organization Representative: (Historian support, sponsoring organization news and needs)
8. Training Coordinator: (new training materials, youth & adult training opportunities, youth protection program, etc.)
9. Equipment Coordinator: (Quartermaster support, troop equipment [needs, safe use & storage], etc.)
E. Old Business: (reports on task assignments from previous meetings and unaddressed business)
1. Jay would like additional decals for trailer that identify our troop, chartered organization and location. These need to be priced and purchased if we have an acceptable vendor (Sue/Jeff).
F. New  Business: (volunteer for or assign tasks as issues are discussed)
1. Troop committee positions need to be filled: Training Coordinator and Outdoor Activity Coordinator.
2. BOR: review procedures, guidelines, training, troop policies.
3. Troop fundraisers: Our October Applebee’s date coincides with Apple Harvest. Do we want to reschedule in the winter? Clean Machine fundraiser info. Need a popcorn kernel for the troop if we want to participate in sales.
4. Scout accounts: Sue will update current list. Reminder that all accounts will go to –0- on 8/31.
5. Need date for summer/fall COH. Does the committee need to do anything for this COH?
G. Unresolved Business: (volunteer for or assign tasks as issues are discussed)
H. Announcements:
1. The next Troop Committee meeting is 7:30pm on Monday, August 24, at HAUMC.

Committee Meeting Agenda for April 27

A. Call to Order

B. Welcome and Introductions

C. Approval of Previous Committee Meeting Minutes (3/09) Members Present: Janet, Sue, Jeff, Gary, Peggy, Neil 1. Committee meeting minutes from January were approved. 2. a. There was discussion about re portioning fundraiser money into scout accounts. Currently the troop does not make enough money to cover expenses. 100% of popcorn and tree sales go into scout account with the troop getting no money. The Applebee fundraiser does not make enough money for the troop. It was decided that the scout accounts will accrue money for up to 1 year (August to August). Whatever money remains in a scout account will revert back to the troop after August 30 of each year. Scouts may use their accounts to fund summer camp, high adventure trips, troop outings and registration. Up to 25% may be used toward an Eagle project. 100% of popcorn and Christmas tree sales go to the Scout. For the Applebee fundraiser, Scouts will earn $1 for every ticket sold and the troop earns $4. Scouts attending high adventure trips may accrue money in their accounts longer than 1 year provided they obtain permission from the troop committee. b. The calendar has been completed through July. c. Stencils for trailer are still being worked on. d. Budget Discussion: The following budget was adopted for 2009: Awards/Insignia $600 (possibility of many scouts attaining Eagle this year), Equipment $75, Meeting Expense $150, Trailer Fees $150, Miscellaneous $100. Total Amount Needed: $1075.

D. Reports: 1. Scoutmaster: (Scouting program progress, Patrol activities, PLC activities, OA activities, disciplinary issues, attendance/membership issues, monthly outing plans/needs, other troop needs, etc.) 2. Secretary: (committee minutes, troop calendar, resource survey results, etc.) 3. Outdoor/Activities Coordinator: (outdoor plans, special activities, service projects, summer camp information, etc.) 4. Treasurer: (Scribe support, current financial standings, troop budget, Friends of Scouting, etc.) 5. Membership Coordinator: (Scout recruiting, Pack outreach, community relations, publicity, etc.) 6. Advancement Coordinator: (Scribe support, troop advancement, courts of honor, etc.) 7. Chartered Organization Representative: (Historian support, sponsoring organization news and needs) 8. Training Coordinator: (new training materials, youth & adult training opportunities, youth protection program, etc.) 9. Equipment Coordinator: (Quartermaster support, troop equipment [needs, safe use & storage], etc.)

E. Old Business: (reports on task assignments from previous meetings and unaddressed business) 1. Jay would like additional decals for trailer that identify our troop, chartered organization and location. These need to be priced and purchased if we have an acceptable vendor (Sue/Jeff). 2. Class B t-shirts need to be purchased. 3. Status of payments for summer camp and camporees. Have we received all monies owed? When is final summer camp payment due?

F. New Business: (volunteer for or assign tasks as issues are discussed) 1. Troop committee positions need to be filled: Training Coordinator and Outdoor Activity Coordinator. 2. Following G., these scouts wish to present their Eagle projects: Jordan, Ben S.

G. Unresolved Business: (volunteer for or assign tasks as issues are discussed) 1. Update on Eagle projects status.

Committee Meeting Agenda for Febrary 23

Abbreviated Minutes from January 26.

Members Present: Janet, Lita, Sue, Jeff, Diane, Gary, Peggy, Neil

1. Committee meeting minutes from November were approved.

2. January Minutes

a. We currently have about $4000 in the account but some of that money belongs to the scouts in their accounts. Sue will check with council to find out how much money is in our troop account. There is still a scout who has not paid for their popcorn. Scout account totals (including popcorn sales but not tree sales) were given out to the scouts.

b. There was discussion about re portioning fundraiser money into scout accounts. Currently the troop does not make enough money to cover expenses. Currently, 100% of popcorn and tree sales go into scout account with the troop getting no money. The Applebee fundraiser does not make enough money for the troop. It was suggested that the troop go back to the old way, which is to allow the scouts to earn enough money to cover summer camp and whatever profit exceeds that amount go into the troop general fund. The Applebee fundraiser will continue to benefit the troop exclusively. We will need to vote on this at the February meeting.

c. Jeff suggested returning to the old method regarding chuck boxes. Each patrol is assigned a color coded chuck box and they are responsible for maintaining it. This prevents abuse and lost items.

d. Stencils for trailer are still being worked on.

e. The winter COH has been set for February 21, 2009. Church has been confirmed. Each family will bring a main dish and a side according to their patrol. Troop will provide bread and paper supplies. Darlene is making the drinks. Sue will send out invitations. Families will be asked to donate money to help defray the cost to the troop (see above money discussion).

f. Summer camp deposits will be due soon, usually by March 1.

g. Recharter is due next Saturday. All scouts turning 18 must submit an adult application. There are still a few boys and adults who need to pay their registration fee.

h. Budget Discussion: We need to prepare a budget to determine exactly how much fund raising the troop needs to do to cover expenses. Based on 2007 and 2008 data, we proposed the following numbers: Awards/Insignia $600 (possibility of many scouts attaining Eagle this year), Equipment $75, Meeting Expense $150, Trailer Fees $150, Miscellaneous $100. Total Amount Needed: $1075. We will need to vote on this at the February meeting.

Agenda for February 23:

1. Approval of January minutes.

2. Reports from committee members.

3. Old Business: Update on signage for trailer. Class B tshirts.

4. New Business: Summer camp deposits and fees need to ironed out. Deposit for troop is due around March 1. Troop calendar from February PLC presented.

5. Unresolved Business: Discussion and vote on scout account practices. Discussion and vote on 2009 budget.

6. Next BOR is March 16. Next committee meeting is March 30 (no school on 3/23).

Committee Meeting Agenda for January 26

Abbreviated Minutes from November 24.

Members Present: Janet, Lita, Sue, Jeff, Diane

1. Committee meeting minutes from October were approved.

2. Old Business:

a. Currently, the troop does not have enough income to cover expenses therefore paying for part of or all NYLT fees for scouts will be done on a case by case basis.

b. Cost for blank t-shirts will run about $10 per shirt. A decision needs to be made about a logo. Perhaps a scout can design one.

c. Jeff and Sue will work on stencil and signage for the trailer.

d. A 2-burner stove is the only piece of equipment that needs purchasing for 2009.

e. The winter COH has been set for February 21, 2009. We need to confirm with Neil that the church has been reserved for us.

f. Registration fees are due now. They have been increased to $35 for scouts to cover troop expenses. Adult fee remains $12.

g. Janet and Sue will work on preparing a budget and updating scout account totals.

Agenda for January 26:

1. Approval of November minutes.

2. Reports from committee members.

3. Old Business: Update on signage for trailer. Class B tshirts. Scout account totals.

4. New Business: Budget review for 2009 based on 2007 and 2008 data. Registration fee payment update (has everyone paid prior to recharter?). Unregistered adults must submit adult applications tonight to be included in this year’s recharter. Winter COH preparations. Definitely need committee members to help with BOR on Feb. 2.

Day hike Sunday, September 7 to Rip Rap Hollow

RipRap Hollow

Alexander E. is our scout coordinator for this trip.

Complete Description: http://www.hikingupward.com/SNP/RiprapHollow/

Planning Information: http://www.people.virginia.edu/~gfb7c/Troop37/Sep2008RipRap.htm

Highlights: Riprap Hollow is one of the best circuit hikes in the southern section of the Shenandoah National Park. The views from Chimney Rock, and along the ridge of Rocks Mountain, offer great vistas to the west and north. The spring fed stream in Cold Spring and Riprap Hollow is very scenic, and has a 50ft wide swimming hole fed by yet another mountain spring.
9.5 miles, 5.0 to 5.5 hours with a half hour for lunch, 2,225 ft elevation, 1 hour drive from C’ville to trail head on Skyline Drive – map

Upcoming Merit Badge Opportunites

08 July (Monday / 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Introduction to Aviation –  BSA Aviation Merit Badge Opportunity (but open to all 11 years or older).   Visit our web site (vam.smv.org)  for registration form, fee, and other details

10 July (Thursday / 9:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.): 

 

 

Introduction to Weather —  BSA Aviation Merit Badge Opportunity (but open to all 11 years or older).   Visit our web site (vam.smv.org)  for registration form, fee, and other details. 

10 July (Saturday / 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.): 

Repeat of above offering

 22 July (Tuesday / 9:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.):  Introduction to Weather —  BSA Aviation Merit Badge Opportunity (but open to all 11 years or older).   Visit our web site (vam.smv.org)  for registration form, fee, and other details

22 July (Saturday / 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Repeat of above offering

24 July (Thursday / 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Introduction to Aviation –  BSA Aviation Merit Badge Opportunity (but open to all 11 years or older).   Visit our web site (vam.smv.org) for registration form, fee, and other details.

26 July (Saturday / Sessions starting at 10:00 a.m. and again at 11:30 a.m.): Young Scouter Day — Build and fly paper airplanes, rotors, a UFO, and more. Explore the dynamics of flight using hands-on exhibits. Take the controls and “fly” a Piper Cub. Program is included with regular paid museum admission.  Reservations not required, but an e-mail heads up would be appreciated.

04 October (Saturday):  SR-71 Forum (TENTATIVE DATE) Once highly classified, the secrets of the legendary SR-71 Blackbird are revealed. The SR-71 Blackbird is the fastest, highest lying manned production jet on the planet. Hear experts separate reality from the rumors surrounding this legendary aircraft. Tour the cockpit (weather permitting) and more! Program is free with paid museum admission. Reservations suggested. Call (804) 236-3622

Merit Badge Opportunities at the Virginia Aviation Museum

25 March (Tuesday / 9:30.a.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Introduction to Aviation — BSA Aviation Merit Badge Opportunity (but open to all 11 years or older). Visit our web site (vam.smv.org) for registration form, fee, and other details

26 March (Wednesday / 9:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.): Introduction to Weather — BSA Aviation Merit Badge Opportunity (but open to all 11 years or older). Visit our web site (vam.smv.org) for registration form, fee, and other details

26 March (Wednesday / 1:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Introduction to Weather — Repeat of above offering

27 March (Thursday / 9:30.a.m. – 4:30 p.m.): Introduction to Aviation — BSA Weather Merit Badge Opportunity (but open to all 11 years or older). Visit our web site (vam.smv.org) for registration form, fee, and other details

29-30 March (9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., both days): Wings ‘n Rails — All Aboard the Family Fun Express! Get ready for the Ninth annual model railroad extravaganza. Program is free with paid museum admission.

12 April (Saturday / 1:30 p.m. -4:30 p.m. p.m.): Meet Jay Jay™ Day — Bring your family and friends when Jay Jay the Jet Plane lands at the Virginia Aviation Museum! Meet Jay Jay and have your picture taken with this adorable little plane! Plus, face-painting, balloon art, button-making, crafts and more! Tickets are $8 each for all ages and include Virginia Aviation Museum admission.

26 April (Saturday / 9:30 a.m – 12:30 p.m. ): Outta’ Sight Flight — GSUSA Junior Aerospace Badge Opportunity (but open to all). Visit our web site (vam.smv.org) for registration form, fee, and other details

03 May (Saturday / 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.): F-14 Tomcat Forum — a rare opportunity immerse yourself in the history and operation of one of aviation’s most recognized icons. You learn why and how the Tomcat was developed. You’ll meet F-14 pilots and RIOs and hear their personal stores flying training and operational missions around the world from aircraft carriers

07 June (Saturday / 9:30 a.m – 12:30 p.m. ): Outta’ Sight Flight — GSUSA Junior Aerospace Badge Opportunity (but open to all). Visit our web site (vam.smv.org) for registration form, fee, and other detail.

09 July 07 June (Saturday / 9:30 a.m – 12:30 p.m. ): Outta’ Sight Flight — GSUSA Junior Aerospace Badge Opportunity (but open to all). Visit our web site (vam.smv.org) for registration form, fee, and other detail.

07 October (Saturday: SR-71 Forum (TENTATIVE DATE) … stay tuned

Individual fund balances on-line, news tips

New communication services for you

1. Scout fund balances: Ms. Stern put each Scout’s fund balance on-line for your convenience.

Questions about balances may be directed to Ms. Stern by email at jimandjanetstern@yahoo.com

2. Troop 37 news: For Troop 37 news, please keep an eye on our web site: http://garybanks.wordpress.com/ Or What if, instead of having to remember to visit the Troop 37 Web site, Troop 37 news came directly to you? The Troop’s RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feed allows you to subscribe to news you want, viewable from a computer or mobile device. Subscribing to the feed in iTunes also allows you to automatically download podcasts.

An RSS news reader is built into Firefox, Safari 2 and Up, and Internet Explorer 7. This browser feature allows you to view news headlines and events in your bookmarks toolbar. When the RSS feed updates, your bookmark automatically updates at increments set by the browser. Want to read a story? Just click the bookmark to go straight to that item—saving you time and mouse clicks.

A site offers an RSS feed if it shows in the address bar of the Firefox or IE browser window or in the address bar of the Safari browser window.

Subscribe in IE 7:

1. Click the Feeds button to discover feeds on the Web page.
2. Click a feed (if more than one is available). If only one feed is available, you will go directly to that page.
3. Click the Subscribe to this Feed button, and then click Subscribe to this Feed.
4. Type a name for the feed and select the folder to create the feed in.
5. Click Subscribe.
6. To view your subscribed feeds, click the Favorites Center button, and then click Feeds.

Subscribe in Firefox: Click on the icon that appears in the address bar, then click “Subscribe Now.” The default setting allows the feed links to show up in your bookmarks.

3. Optional text messaging. If you’d like to have a text message sent to you when the troop is returning from a trip, a trip is canceled, a trip deadline is approaching then please send me your 10 digit wireles/mobile phone number and subscriber email address. For example, I use Alltel so my text message number is PhoneNumber@message.alltel.com. Check here if you need a list of text messaging service provider address formats. Or just send me your cell number and provider name.

Some calling plans charge for incoming text messages so please check your plan.

Hey, I’m a techie. Hopefully these new online services will help keep you in touch with Troop 37 activities. I want to make it very easy for scouts, parents, adult leaders and friends to keep up with the troop.

Thank you for reading this far. YIS,

Heads up for outdoor events Jan through Sept

Troop 37,

The January PLC meeting provided guidance on what outdoor events we should plan for January through September. I will send email and post information as dates and information become available for each event

Peggy is getting a list of service projects that we can do

• In January, the winter camping at the PATC Cabin is still on.
• In February the tubing trip is on. (I only had two scouts interested in skiing).
• In March, we will be going hiking in Petersburg for the day only
• In April, Cory L will need to pick out a long hike on the AT
• In May, fishing campout — looking at Calf Pasture or James Rivers
• Possible council Camporee in Natural Bridge, VA
• In late June, Scout camp
• In July or Aug, super bike trip
• In Sept or Oct to Baltimore aquarium