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.  

Who - All of Troop / Crew 777

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

Attention all Troop and Crew scouts and adults:

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..

Register: https://www.troop777northville.org/node/3125

Where: Schoolcraft College Physical Education Bldg Pool (in back across from tennis courts)  Enter via locker rooms.

When: Sunday, June 24^th 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.  

Saturday 3-5pm (updated - St. Paul School Room 5) - Sailing Navigation and Terms 

• All Scouts should pre-read BSA Guide to High Adventure Sailing prior to arrival
• Taught by Robert Parker

 Sunday 4-6pm (Schoolcraft PE Bldg Pool) - Snorkeling BSA Certification 

• All participants must bring Schoolcraft class registration form and check for $49 made out to Schoolcraft College
• Bring swim attire and towel.  Snorkel gear provided.
• Class will begin with BSA Swimmer test 
• Snorkeling BSA certification
• Taught by Bill Phillips and Michelle Robinson

For those attending Summer Camp at Camp Cole Canoe Base we need to collect ALL REMAINING BALANCES and Merit Badges/1st Year program schedules ASAP. 

We only need a few more Scouts to sign-up and we will be at 70% participation - If we achieve this milestone, the Troop Committee will fund a campout next year!!! 

Adult leaders : Ryan Bright / Andy Koilpillai 

Fees are as follows:

• $340 - 1st Year Scout 
• $355 - Older Scouts (for Scouts with outstanding balances after 5/7)
• $170 per adult