Good evening,
Our two dozen weekend warriors have closed the books on yet another outstanding outing – this time exploring volcanic activity from above and below in the glorious pines west of Flagstaff. Â The weather couldn’t have been better, and the trip was enjoyed by scout and adult leader alike – whether climbing one of the San Francisco Peaks, or crawling on their bellies or marveling at the vast river caves below the hardened lava. Â Please make plans to join us for our next outing, this one a backpack in the Crown King area on the Algonquin trail the weekend of 10/26-28.
Tomorrow night is the troop meeting, and if memory serves me correctly, it will be the culmination of backcountry games month with the final patrol competitions. Â Tomorrow is also the last night to turn in blue cards for merit badges, or to finish your latest board of review for our upcoming Court of Honor on 10/2. Â Please also ensure that Advancement Chair Mr. McFetters has been notified of any advancements you have achieved since the last COH in June. Â This Court should be one that you bring your whole family – it will be the annual troop pot luck dinner. Â What better way to honor your scouts, meet your troop family, and taste everybody’s favorite recipes. Â Yum!
On a personal note, many thanks for the warm thoughts and prayers this week during our eldest son’s very scary bout with myocarditis. Â We felt surrounded and supported, and we are now feeling very blessed as he is back home with us – albeit still under many restrictions.
See you tomorrow night!
Mr. Cole