Ready Reference
Frank Ducoli , SM
Roseanne Butler-Smith, ASM, Secretary
Jim Doktor, ASM
Chris Gaul, ASM
Dave Haefner, ASM
Darlene Kihlberg, ASM, Outdoor Activities Chair
Mike Pietruszka, ASM
Brian Stelmaszyk, ASM
Dan Vriesen, ASM
Ken Wendel, ASM
Lori Wendel, Popcorn Kernel
Bill Wirth, ASM, Chaplain
Sue Vriesen , Committee Chair
Cheryl Gillen, Fundraising Chair
Pat Pietruszka, Advancement Chair, Webmaster
Catherine Thielmann, Treasurer
 

Newsletter information: If you have information for the Newsletter - an article, notice or an event, comment, photo, etc., send an email, pap1958@verizon.net Deadline is the 27th.

Upcoming Events:

11/6 Committee Meeting 7PM Pietruszka's

11/5, 19 Troop Meetings 6:30PM

11/22-23 Camp Doktor

12/10 - Court of Honor

Check the Special Announcements on our webpage for more information

TROOP PATCHES available for $6.50 each, HATS for $15 - contact Pat Pietruszka

TROOP 325 NEWS

November 2008
Volume 8, Issue 3
Copyright 10/31/08 - Troop 325. Personal information is not posted in the Newsletter. Members may view/print the roster located in the Members Only Area. Email the Webmaster

As Americans, we have a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. We live in freedom, most of us have an abundance of food and clothing, and we all have adequate shelter. We are as blessed as any people in the world, but sometimes we forget that and gripe that we don't have even more. Let's remember that a lot of the worlds population goes to bed hungry in homes hat few Americans would want to live in.

So it's good to remind ourselves occasionally that we are lucky and thank God for our blessings. That's what Thanksgiving really is, a time to give thanks. The Pilgrims started it more than 100 years ago when they gathered to thank God for a bountiful harvest.

Today Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings around a groaning table followed by watching football games. There's nothing wrong with that. But it's important that we don't forget the real meaning of Thanksgiving. So when you sit down with your family for Thanksgiving dinner, take time to count your blessings and thank God for them

RANK ADVANCEMENT

If you are planning to advance in rank before the December 10th Court of Honor, you must complete your Scoutmaster Conference before November 19th so you can have a Board of Review at a November meeting. Only scouts going for Eagle Palms can have a Scoutmaster Conference and Board of Review on the same day. Any ASM can conduct a Scoutmaster Conference. Contact Mrs. Pietruszka after your Scoutmaster Conference.

GREATER NIAGARA FRONTIER COUNCIL DO YOU KNOW?

    1. Originally, what was the Rangers workshop at camp Scouthaven?
    2. During the first year of the organization of the scouting movement in the Buffalo area, how many scout troops were started?
    3. In 1938 how many Boy Scout troops were in Buffalo?
    4. What is the name of the creek that runs through Camp Schoellkopf?
    5. When was the Ton ka Coo, the belt painting at Camp Scouthaven started?

POPCORN DELIVERY

Delivery is November 21 and 22. Deadline to turn in money to Mrs. Thielmann is December 10.

Guess What? It didn't rain or snow.

We had 2 outdoor activities in October that weren't a typical Troop 325 events. On October 11th, the Scorpion patrol sponsored a guided hike at the Reinstein Nature Preserve. The group saw various wildlife, including a family of deer which crossed their path.

Chris W. had a crew working on his Eagle Project at Marilla Primary and had a great day for planting trees and clearing a plot.

 
Patrols
Moose/Bison
Matthew B. (E)
Mike G.
Jonathan G.
David H.
Nick R. . (E - SPL)
Ryan S.
Mike V. (ASPL)
Chris W.
Bahromjon Z.
Panther
Mark P. (Tr. Historian)
Conner S. (Tr. Scribe)
Jim V. (Tr. QM)
Jeff Z.
Scorpion
Randy G.
Brian K.
Robert K.
Chris S.
Mike W.
Flying Eagle
Alex D.
Jacob D.
Michael G.
James H.
Flaming Arrow
Michael B. (Tr. Librarian)
Lucas K.
Anthony L.
Connor K.
Will T.
Joseph T.
 
Contact information appears in the Members Only area. Refer to your emails for login details.
Need a Merit Badge Counselor or a Workshop - Check our website or see Mrs. Pietruszka.
 
 
Click here to remind yourself what the responsibilities of your position.
 
Remember your dues - $4 per month payable in advance. You must be current in order to participate in activities.

 

MEETING/ACTIVITY SCHEDULE

Each Patrol must select at least one month to prepare a meeting and another month to plan an activity. Adult Advisors must attend the Committee Meeting the month before the Patrol meetings or activity. Adults who remain at meetings/events must have Youth Protection Training.

Meeting Schedule 2008 - 2009

November - 5, 19
Activity - Flaming Arrow - Camp Doktor - 11/21-23
December - 10(COH) - Panther
Activity - Patrol Needed
January - 14, 28 - Patrol Needed
Holiday Party TBD
Activity - Loony - Camp Doktor
February - 11, 25 - Patrol Needed
Winter Break 16-20
Activity - SSR Cabin Camping
March - 11, 25 - Flying Eagles
Activity - Panther - Rock Climbing
April - 8, 22 - Moose/Bison
Spring Break IRQ 10-17, LAN 9-17
Activity - Moose/Bison
May - 13, 27(COH) - Flaming Arrow
Activity - Flying Eagle - Letchworth Rafting/Camping
 Meetings are from 6:30 - 8:00PM in the Elma Fire Hall on Bowen Road. Please be prompt.

6:30-6:45 - Flag Ceremony, Announcement, Attendance, and Dues Collection

6:45-7:15 - Patrol time, work on advancements, meeting and activity planning

7:15-8:00 - Activity

Times may be adjusted depending on the activity of the week.

DUES

Dues must be current in order to participate in activities and advance. Scouts should be paying December dues in November. If there are unusual circumstances, please talk to Catherine T., the Treasurer.

NOVEMBER ACTIVITY

The Flaming Arrow Patrol is planning a campout at Camp Doktor (Broadway across from the Polish National Church) from November 21st to the 23rd. The sign-up sheet will be at the meetings. Once they plan the menu, you will be told the cost.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.troop325-gnfc.org

You can find out just about anything you need to know on the Troop website.

Remember to turn in your Responsibility Agreement. See Mrs. Pietruszka or Mrs. Vriesen if you need another copy.

COLD WEATHER TRAINING

GNFC will be holding Cold Weather Training on December 6th (8:30 - 4:30) at Camp Stonehaven. Register by November 22nd. Dress for cold, wet weather (no sneakers) and bring a lunch. You will learn about how to dress, what to eat and how to stay warm. It is strongly suggested for any scout/parent who wants to camp in January or February. Click here for flyer.

RE-CHARTERING

Re-chartering will begin in November and all registrations must be done by the December 10th meeting. Scouts can pay the renewal out of their scout account (click for form), cash or check.. Adults may pay with cash or check. Merit Badge counselors MUST renew their registration now also. (It renews in January, not one year from your original MB counselor registration.) Click here for a MB Counselor form or get one from Pat P. Registering for the first time? Get a registration form from Pat P.

Do You Know Answers: 11.  old train station; 12. 17. ; 13. 154; 14. Cayuga; 15.  1926