On August 18th (Saturday) at 11 AM we are going to meet at Paradise Park in Novi (45799 Grand River Avenue Novi MI 48374) for the Fall/Spring Planning Meeting.
The First Installment will be due for Philmont no later than 9/25. $435 will be due. We are currently working on the training plan for fall of 2018 and also spring of 2019 in order to be ready for this High Adventure Trip. We plan on sharing this very soon. For those attending, a certain participation rate will be expected with a few weekend back pack trips that will require mandatory attendance.
Troop 777 Alumni Aaron Gierlach and his dad Ray (who was an Asst. Scoutmaster) live in Colorado Springs, CO now. Recently, they were in town and stopped by Mr. Tischler's house to donate some gear and give us a quick update on the impact 777 had and what they have been up to since.
Where - Main Pavilion by the trailhead at Maybury State Park
When - 7PM - July 24th
Why - Review Summer Camp plans / Collect any needed Forms / Answer Questions / Teach Euchre for those that would like to learn / Review Blue Cards / Frisbee if time allows
New - print and sign waiver to speed up pool check in process!
Sunday is our Troop and Crew-wide annual BSA Swimmer Classification test given by a Council-approved administrator. All members must complete this classification annually in order to participate in aquatic activities..
Where:Schoolcraft College Physical Education Bldg Pool (in back across from tennis courts) Enter via locker rooms.
When: Sunday, June 24th Tests continuously administered between 5pm to 7pm (stay only as long as it takes to pass test).
Why: Required to participate in any BSA Aquatics activity – think summer camp, canoe/kayak trek, troop swimming night, Jamboree waterfront, any high adventure with water.
What:Swim 75 yard front stroke and 25 back stroke and 1 minute floating.
Who: All Crew and Troop Scouts and Scouters. (note: 777 and 755 are doing this at the same time)
Cost: Free. Bill Phillips (Council approved administrator) and a Schoolcraft Lifeguard are volunteering their time
Forms: Parents will need to sign a Schoolcraft liability waiver at the pool in order to enter the water. The troop will file the appropriate BSA Swimmer Classification form.
SEA BASE note: Sea Base Crews – you do not need to retake this test. You are good to go until June next year.
SUMMER CAMP note: It is highly recommended you get certified on Sunday instead of waiting to do so at summer camp; it takes away from “fun” time. However, if you miss Sunday, you will be able to get classified at camp.
1st and 2nd CLASS SWIM PROGRAM Participant note: Bill Phillips requires his students to attend Sunday to take the official BSA Swimmer Certification. His class met rank requirements and prepares scout for the classification test.
