TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
JANUARY -- 2010

Work on Merit Badges - Knots


Jan 04 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening : Knots
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Citizenship in Community MB and 1st Aid MB
Rooms: 9, 10, 12, & Fellowship Hall

Jan 11 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Plan for Campout
Rooms: 9, 10, 12 & Fellowship Hall

Jan 15-16 4:30 P.M. CAMPOUT -- Camp Utaba – Always a fun Campout in the Snow.
More details at Meeting.

Jan 18 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Scouts with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft:
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Jan 19 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting : Larsen’s

Jan 25 6:30 P.M. Court of Honor
Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Rooms: 9, 10, 12 & Fellowship Hall

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- -- - - - - - - - -- -- - -- -- - - --- - - BE PREPARED FOR WINTER CAMPING IN JANURAY. Make sure you have all your gear for winter camping in your Backpack.

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Start Preparing for the KLONDIKE --- FEBRUARY 5-6 -- Is the Sled ready?


The Year 2010 marks 100 years of Scouting. Our Troop will be doing Scout Sunday at Clearfield Community Church on February 7th, we want to make this a special Sunday. We would like all scouts and leaders to attend. Please plan to be there.

TROOP 78’S

SCOUT STUFF

DECEMBER – 2009

Citizenship in the Community - Knots

Dec 07 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Scouts with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft:
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Dec 14 5:30 P.M. CHRISTMAS PARTY – PIZZA –BINGO- SONGS- SKITS GIFT SWAP
Each Scout bring a $5.00 gift to swap. Also bring a dozen Decorated Cookies (homemade) and canned goods that we will
take to the Ogden Rescue Mission. Prizes for best decorated
Cookies.

PLEASE NOTE STARTING ONE HOUR EARLIER (5:30 P.M.)

Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol

Rooms: 9,10,12, & Fellowship Hall

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- -- - - - - - - - -- -- - -- -- - - --- - NO CAMPOUT THIS MONTH - BE PREPARED FOR WINTER CAMPING IN JANURAY. Make sure you have all your gear for winter camping in your Backpack.

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ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS

“M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S “

“H A P P Y N E W Y E A R”

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
NOVEMBER – 2009

Citizenship in the Community - Knots

Nov 02 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Requirements 1,4a,4b,4c
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Nov 09 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Requirement 7 -----Investiture
Rooms: 9, 10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Nov 16 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Plan for Campout
Rooms: 9, 10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall
(MONEY DUE FOR RE-CHARTERING)

Nov 20-21 4:00 P.M. CAMPOUT: WESTERN CAMPGROUND - Winter Camping-
Be Prepared

Nov 23 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Practice for Eagle Court of Honor
Rooms: 9,10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall

Nov 24 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Nov 30 5:30 P.M. Rehearsal for Eagle Court of Honor
6:30 P.M. EAGLE COURT OF HONOR FOR: GARRETT BILLINGS
All Scouts and Parents please plan to attend
Rooms: Fellowship Hall & Chapel

WINTER IS COMING. BE SURE YOU ARE PREPARED FOR WINTER CAMPING.


Carol has some Troop T-Shirts . If you need one, contact her - $8.50.


“HAPPY THANKSGIVING”

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
OCTOBER – 2009

FIRST AID ---- KNOTS

Oct 05 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Basic 1st Aid - Austin
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Oct 12 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Ben- Requirements 2,4 & 6 -- Plan for Campout
Rooms: 9, 10,12 & Fellowship Hall
POPCORN ORDERS AND MONEY DUE TONIGHT

Oct 13 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Oct 16-17 4:00 P.M. CAMPOUT: JOTA - HOOPER PARK – Earn Radio MB.

Oct 19 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Boy’s with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Alex – Reqirement 5 -- Also Elections
Rooms: 9, 10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall

Oct 26 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Halloween Party --- Costumes - Games - Pizza- Donuts & Vampire Blood (More Info at Meeting).
Rooms: 9,10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall
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TRAILS END POPCORN --- ONLY TROOP FUND RAISER ---
A good way to earn money for Summer Camp. Hope everyone is busy selling. Good Luck. Who will be the Top Salesman this year? REMEMBER POPCORN ORDERS AND MONEY ARE DUE: OCTOBER 12TH, 2009.

WINTER IS COMING. BE SURE YOU ARE PREPARED FOR WINTER CAMPING.

KEEP WORKING ON YOUR ADVANCEMNTS AND MERIT BADGES - COURT OF HONOR IN NOVEMBER.

Carol has some Troop T-Shirts . If you need one, contact her - $8.50.
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“H A P P Y H A L L O W E E N”

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
SEPTEMBER – 2009

HOBBIES/ KNOTS


Sep 07 NO MEETING -- LABOR DAY -- HOLIDAY

Sep 08 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Sep 14 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft:
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Sep 21 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Boy’s with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Plan for Campout
Rooms: 9, 10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall

Sep 25-26 4:00 P.M. CAMPOUT --- Crystal Hot Springs – Family Campout –
This is a Family Campout for all those who wish to participate.
Scouts will camp in their Patrols. Cost will be $15.00 for camping
and use of pool & waterslide. Parents will need to get their own Campsite-
Phone 435-279-8104.

Sep 28 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft:
Rooms: 9,10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall
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TRAILS END POPCORN --- ONLY TROOP FUND RAISER ---
A good way to earn money for Summer Camp. Get your Order Forms from Carol, and begin selling. Good Luck. Who will be the Top Salesman this year?


We are asking parents to please come inside for the Closing, 7:50 p.m., so that you can get an update
On announcemnts. Also, we like to know who is picking up the Scout. So, please come in for a few minutes. We do try to close right on time. THANK YOU.

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
AUGUST – 2009

MERIT BADGES /ADVANCEMENTS

Aug 03 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft:
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Aug 04 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Aug 10 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft:
Rooms: 9, 10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall


Aug 15-16 9:00 A.M.. CAMPOUT --- Promintory – 20 Miler – Participate in Ceremony –
(Please note we are leaving Saturday morning- More details at Meeting).

Aug 17 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft:
Rooms: 9,10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall

Aug 24 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Boy’s with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Merit Badges/Advancements
Rooms: 9, 10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall

Aug 31 6:00 P.M. COURT OF HONOR ---- POTLUCK -- OUTSIDE PICNIC
PLACE: Kiwanis Park – 300 N - Clearfield
Bring a dish to share, your own utensils and the Troop will furnish the
Punch.
SUMMER CAMP AWARDS, MERIT BADGES AND ADVANCEMENTS -- LOTS OF FUN
OPENING & CLOSING: Dragon Patrol
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HOPE YOU HAD FUN AT SUMMER CAMP



BE SURE TO WORK ON YOUR ADVANCEMENTS AND MERIT BADGES.

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
JULY – 2009


SUMMER CAMP PREPARATION/ MERIT BADGES /ADVANCEMENTS


Jul 06 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Orienteering --- Summer Camp Prep
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Jul 07 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Jul 11 9:00 A.M. PACK INSPECTION FOR SUMMER CAMP: Packs will be inspected and loaded into trucks. Make sure you have everything on the Summer Camp List. Please put your name on all items. Make sure we have your
Physical and Permission Slip.

Jul 12-18 Noon SUMMER CAMP BEGINS - 50 MILER – UINTAS
Meet at The Foods Etc. – Clearfield. Be in full Uniform. Be sure to eat
Lunch before you come. We will return on Saturday, July 18th in the afternoon. Carol will call parents when we are getting close to home.

Jul 13 NO MEETING ---- SCOUTS AT SUMMER CAMP

Jul 18 SCOUTS RETURN FROM SUMMER CAMP -- AFTERNOON

Jul 20 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Boy’s with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Cleanup after Summer Camp
(Do Not Wear Uniform – Wear Troop Red T-Shirt)
Rooms: 9, 10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall

Jul 27 6:00 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Merit Badges/Advancements
Rooms: 9, 10,12, Library & Fellowship Hall
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School’s Out: A good time to work on advancements and merit badges.

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
JUNE – 2009


GETTING READY FOR SUMMER CAMP


June 01 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Check Tents & Grub Boxes, Knot (Timber Hitch)
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Jun 08 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Orienteering – Knot(Timber Hitch) Plan Campout
Rooms: 9,10,12- & Fellowship Hall

Jun 09 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Jun 15 6:00 P.M. HIKE -- ADAMS CANYON -- Parents bring Scouts there in place of Meeting. Get directions from Scoutmaster. Do not wear uniform. Be
there when they return (or you may want to hike with them). (If weather is bad, go to Church for Meeting). ***Note earlier time to meet.*****


Jun 19-20 4:00 P.M. CAMPOUT : North Fork- Cub Camp
Helping with Cub Camp – lots of activities. Hiking (getting prepared for
Summer Camp. More info at meeting.

JUNE 21 FATHER’S DAY -- DO SOMETHNG SPECIAL FOR YOUR DAD
TODAY

Jun 22 6:30 P.M. SWIMMING -- ROY COMPLEX – 2150 W 4700 S. ROY
COST: $3.00. Do not wear uniform. Parents bring your scouts to The
Roy Complex. Pick him up at 8:00 p.m. We will work on Swimming
Requirements. Also we will do “SWIM CHECK FOR SUMMER CAMP”.

Jun 29 6:30 P.M. COURT OF HONOR - Pizza Pot Luck
Everyone bring a Pizza – the Troop will furnish the drinks.
Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
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SUMMER CAMP COMING SOON -- 50 MILER --- ARE YOU PREPARD FOR HIKING? WORK ON YOUR PHYSICAL FITNESS, DO SOME HIKING, RIDE A BIKE. REMEMBER IT’S 10 MILES EACH DAY. LOTS OF FUN, HOPE EVERYONE PLANS TO GO.

Hiking Merit Badge

January, 2008

Requirements for the Hiking merit badge:

1. Show that you know first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while hiking, including hypothermia, heatstroke, heat exhaustion, frostbite, dehydration, sunburn, sprained ankle, insect stings, tick bites, snakebite, blisters, hyperventilation, and altitude sickness.
2. Explain and, where possible, show the points of good hiking practices including the principles of Leave No Trace, hiking safety in the daytime and at night, courtesy to others, choice of footwear, and proper care of feet and footwear.
3. Explain how hiking is an aerobic activity. Develop a plan for conditioning yourself for 10-mile hikes, and describe how you will increase your fitness for longer hikes.
4. Make a written plan for a 10-mile hike. Include map routes, a clothing and equipment list, and a list of items for a trail lunch.
5. Take five hikes, each on a different day, and each of 10 continuous miles. Prepare a hike plan for each hike. *
6. Take a hike of 20 continuous miles in one day following a hike plan you have prepared. *
7. After each of the hikes (or during each hike if on one continuous "trek") in requirements 5 and 6, write a short report of your experience. Give dates and descriptions of routes covered, the weather, and any interesting things you saw. Share this report with your merit badge counselor.

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
MAY – 2009

HIKING


May 02 3:00 P.M. Doug’s Place: Orienteering Course for the Scouts who need this
Requirement. Talk to leaders about attending.

May 04 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Plan for Campout - Safe Hike -- Clove Hitch
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

May 08-09 4:00 P.M. CAMPOUT : PROMINTORY - Be prepared to Hike

MAY 10 MOTHER’S DAY ----REMEMBER TO DO SOMETHING NICE FOR YOUR MOTHER TODAY


May 11 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Scouts with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Tote-N-Chip --- Clove Hitch
Rooms: 9,10,12- & Fellowship Hall

May 12 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

May 18 6:15 P.M. Pre Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Tote-N-Chip -- Clove Hitch
Rooms: 9,10,12, & Fellowship Hall

May 25 MEMORIAL DAY - NO MEETING --


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SUMMER CAMP COMING SOON -- 50 MILER --- LET’S START GETTING PREPARED -- WILL BE A LOT OF FUN. HAVE YOU SIGNED UP TO GO?
Be sure you are ready for Hiking- 10 Miles Each Day.


SCOUTS: Work on Merit Badges and Advancements. Next Court of Honor will be in June.

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
APRIL – 2009

CITIZENSHIP IN THE WORLD


Apr 06 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: 1st & 2nd Requirement (Alex) –(Knot– Tautline Hitch)
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Apr 13 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: 3rd Requirement (Chris) – (Knot - Tautline Hitch)
Rooms: 9,10,12- & Fellowship Hall

Apr 14 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Apr 20 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Scouts with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: 4th Requirement – (Robert) –(Knot - Tautline Hitch)
Rooms: 9,10,12, & Fellowship Hall

Apr 24-25 CAMPOUT – CRYSTAL HOT SPRINGS – FAMILY CAMPOUT
This is a Family Campout for all those who wish to participate.
Scouts will camp in their Patrols. Cost will be $15.00 for camping and
use of pool and waterslide. Parents who go will need to get their own
Campsite - Phone 435-279-8104

Apr 27 6:30 P.M. COURT OF HONOR
Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Rooms: 9, 10, 12, & Fellowship Hall
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SUMMER CAMP COMING SOON -- 50 MILER --- LET’S START GETTING PREPARED -- WILL BE A LOT OF FUN. HAVE YOU SIGNED UP TO GO? FIRST PAYMENT OF $50.00 IS DUE APRIL 27TH, 2009.


At Troop Meeting March 16th the Troop was presented a Plaque, by Kirk Francis- Arrowhead District Commissioner, for doing the Flag Ceremony at District Dinner held in March 2008.

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF
MARCH – 2009

CITIZENSHIP IN THE COMMUNITY


Mar 02 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: 1st & 2nd Requirement (Alec) --Knott – Double Half Hitch
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Mar 09 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: 2nd & 4th Requirement (Robert) -
Rooms: 9,10,12- & Fellowship Hall

Mar 12 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Mar 16 6:15 P.M. Pre Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Movie Night
Rooms: 9,10,12, & Fellowship Hall

Mar 22 9:00 A.M. SCOUTING FOR FOOD: We need Scouts at Church (both Services) & to pick up Scouting for Food Bags . (Be in Full Uniform)
10:45 A.M.

Mar 23 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Scouts with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
Scoutcraft: Plan Campout - Backpack Packing Contest
Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Rooms: 9, 10, 12, & Fellowship Hall

Mar 27-28 4:00 P.M. CAMPOUT – Little Sahara

Mar 30 6:15 P. M Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Finish Requirements MB (Garrett)
Rooms: 9,10,12, & Fellowship Hall

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SUMMER CAMP COMING SOON -- 50 MILER --- LET’S START GETTING PREPARED -- WILL BE A LOT OF FUN.

TROOP 78’S
SCOUT STUFF

PREPARATION FOR KLONDIKE/ COLD WEATHER CAMPING

Feb 02 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Rescue Knots – Practice Scout Sunday
Rooms: 9,10,12 & Fellowship Hall

Feb 09 6:15 P.M. Pre-Opening
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Scoutcraft: Practice Scout Sunday – Fire Building- Tote-N-Chip
Rooms: 9,10,12- & Fellowship Hall

Feb 12 7:00 P.M. Committee Meeting – Larsen’s – Adult Leaders

Feb 15 9:00 A.M. SCOUT SUNDAY: We ask that all of our Scouts attend the Service today Be in FULL UNIFORM. Scouts will do Flag Ceremony, Usher, be
Greeters, have Musical Numbers. Would be nice to have Parents there
too. LET’S SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR – CLEAFRIELD COMMUNITYY CHURCH.

Feb 16 6:00 P.M. Greenbar: Scouts with Leadership Positions Be There
6:15 P.M. Pre Opening:
6:30 P.M. Opening & Closing: Cobra Patrol
Scoutcraft: Ready for the Klondike
Rooms: 9,10,12, & Fellowship Hall

Feb 23 6:30 P.M. Court of Honor
Opening & Closing: Dragon Patrol
Rooms: 9, 10, 12, & Fellowship Hall

Feb 27-28 4:00 P.M. CAMPOUT – KLONDIKE - FORT BUENEVENTURA –
Be prepared for winter camping and a fun time. Make sure you have
all your winter gear.
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We still have some Caramel Corn and Kettle Korn to sell. Anyone interested, see Carol, Thanks.
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You still have a few weeks to work on your advancements, and get merit badges finished before Court of Honor. Good Luck.
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”HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY”