9/2 – No Troop Meeting

August 30, 2019 troop216

There will be NO Troop meeting on Monday, September 2nd due to the Labor
Day holiday. Our regular Monday meeting schedule will resume on September
9th. Have a safe and relaxing long weekend!

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Troop News

Merit Badge Counselors

August 30, 2019 troop216

Interested in becoming a Merit Badge Counselor? It’s easier to do than you
might think. Plus you may already have skills or knowledge that could be
put to good use helping our scouts earn merit badges.

If you are interested this link explains how to sign-up.
stlbsa.org/achievement/advancement/merit-badge-counselors/

Here is the most current list of counselors within our troop.
troop216.org/merit-badge-counselor-list/ Note if you are currently
signed-up as a counselor please verify that the list on our troop website
accurately reflects the ones you are registered for.

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Additional information available on our webpage: www.troop216bsa.com –
check the site often for Troop news, resources, calendar updates, etc.

Please note that this email account is not monitored 24/7. If you have a
question for a specific adult leader, please contact them privately.
Troop Committee Chair – Annette Schoeberle afschoeberle@gmail.com
Scoutmaster – Gary Gill gillorang@gmail.com
Advancements – Shane Smith ShanedSmith@outlook.com
Parent Coordinator – Tara Kuhne teeku2002@yahoo.com

Troop News

9/7 service hours project for First Christian Church (9/14 rain date)

August 25, 2019 troop216

Sharing from Mike Veith…

The First Christian Church (FCC) Properties Committee Chairman contacted
me to see if Troop 216 would be interested in earning Service Project
credits by helping with a scheduled work day at the church. He has
scheduled Saturday, September 7th starting at 8 am with a rain out day of
September 14. Work to be done is cleaning up the courtyard and landscaping
areas by pulling weeds, trimming, etc. I imagine the job will be done by
11 or noon if not sooner. – Mike Veith, Charter Representative for FCC

If your scout is interested in earning service hours, please have them sign
up with the Senior Patrol Leader.

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Troop News

Sept 13-15 Camping at Silver Lake including Family Camp on Saturday

August 25, 2019 troop216

Families and friends are invited to join our Troop’s September camp out on
Saturday and Sunday 9/13-14 at Silver Lake in Highland, Illinois at the
Jaycee Pavilion #2. Our Scouts are planning some special meals and look
forward to serving their guests and enjoying outdoor time together.

Please note attached Permission slip with details. Permission slips are
due on or before 7:30 pm Monday Sept. 9.\

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Troop-216-Silver-Lake-9.2019.pdf

Troop News

10/12 Boy Scout Leadership Classroom Training @ Eden Church

August 25, 2019 troop216

Sharing the below information from Steve Kupsky, Unit Commissioner…

As you know, several adults on our charter have completed their required
position specific training, but this is also for adults interested in
moving into new leadership roles. Also, the IOLS note below and on the
GSLAC website is for SMs and ASMs only (not CORs or committee members who
are not also interested in providing onsite leadership at troop outdoor
events). Please let me know if you want to discuss.

Boy Scout New Leader Training

This comprehensive basic training is the very best way for all Adult
Leaders and Parents to be trained for their current and future Troop
positions, to gain a thorough basic understanding of how the Scouting
Program works, to learn ways to apply this in their home units to help
their Scouts run a successful troop program, and to obtain references and
resources available for further knowledge. Training for SM/ASM Position
Specific, Troop Committee, and Chartered Organization Representative (COR)
classroom training.

To be officially “trained” and wear the “Trained” patch on your uniform,
you must complete the training course for your specific
position AND Introduction to Outdoor Skills (IOLS).

Pre-registration is REQUIRED for all training.

Below is the URL for this event:

scoutingevent.com/312-scoutsBSAleadertrainingfallsession

Troop News

FINAL 2019 Philmont Scout Ranch by the numbers – a record breaking year!

August 25, 2019 troop216

www.philmontscoutranch.org/2019-was-philmont-largest-summer-ever?sfns=mo

———- Forwarded message ———
From: Troop 216 <troop216.bsa@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Aug 15, 2019 at 9:12 PM
Subject: 2019 Philmont Scout Ranch by the numbers – a record breaking year!
To:

Sharing…these aren’t even final numbers. Pretty amazing information and
12 of our troop members are part of the 2019 crew statistics!

www.philmontscoutranch.org/philmont-by-the-numbers?sfns=mo

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Additional information available on our webpage: www.troop216bsa.com –
check the site often for Troop news, resources, calendar updates, etc.

Troop News

2019 Philmont Scout Ranch by the numbers – a record breaking year!

August 15, 2019 troop216

Sharing…these aren’t even final numbers. Pretty amazing information and
12 of our troop members are part of the 2019 crew statistics!

www.philmontscoutranch.org/philmont-by-the-numbers?sfns=mo

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Additional information available on our webpage: www.troop216bsa.com –
check the site often for Troop news, resources, calendar updates, etc.

Troop News

8/17 & 9/14 Service hours opportunity at Main Street Community Center

August 15, 2019 troop216

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To receive proper credit, take a copy of this flyer with you to have MSCC
sign off with number of hours work, then turn into to Mr. Smith,
Advancement Chair.

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Troop News

Thursday (8/22/19) Grocery Shopping for Camp out

August 15, 2019 troop216

Good evening,

Grocery shopping for the 8/23-8/25 camping trip will occur on Thursday,
August 22nd at the Schnucks-n-Save (prior Shop-n-Save) location beginning
at *7:45 PM*. Scouts and adults (scouts must wear their Class A uniform).
Tim Valley is the point of contact. Thank you.

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Additional information available on our webpage: www.troop216bsa.com –
check the site often for Troop news, resources, calendar updates, etc.

Troop News

Fwd: Upcoming Scout Events and Activities

August 13, 2019 troop216

Scroll down for many upcoming events promoted by the Council, including
NESA Advancement (Merit Badge) Day on 8/24 at Camp Joy. Click on the
provided links for full details on each event.

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Website
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Camp
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Calendar
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Training
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Give
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Set Your Sights On Fun At the Shoot-O-Ree
Test your marksmanship and sharpen your eagle eye during the Shoot-O-Ree
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August
24 at Beaumont Scout Reservation. Age-appropriate shooting activities will
be available for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Venturers to participate

Activities run all day, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost is $10 for Cub Scouts and $15
for Scouts BSA and Venturers.
Den Chief Training
A Den Chief is a Scouts BSA member who assists a Cub Scout Pack at meetings
and other Scouting events. They are a valuable source of guidance, skills,
songs and games. The next Den Chief Training
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is Aug. 17 at Beaumont from 9 a.m.–noon.
Memorial Service For Chris Long, Former SE of Lincoln Trails Council
A memorial service will be held for Christian “Chris” Long, former Scout
Executive/CEO of the Lincoln Trails Council, on Saturday, August 17 from
1–3 p.m. at the Decatur Civic Center (1 Gary K Anderson Plaza, Decatur,
IL). Chris passed away peacefully on June 29 at Decatur Memorial
Hospital. He was employed with the Boy Scouts of America for 30 years. The
family encourages those who are attending and knew Chris through Scouting
to wear their uniform and share a story about his life.
Rock Climbing Instructor Training
Want to give your unit more high adventure? Plan to attend rock
climbing/rappelling instructor training
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Aug. 24-25 at Camp Vandeventer. An orientation will be held Aug. 14 at the
Belleville Service Center and Beaumont Scout Reservation (Emerson Center).
Completing the training allows you to take your unit climbing at several
natural climbing areas within the council, including Camp Vandeventer and S
bar F, as well as the council’s climbing towers.
NESA Advancement Day
Scouts can choose from more than 25 merit badges during NESA Advancement Day
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at Camp Joy on Aug. 24. All money generated through this event, hosted by
the Southern Illinois Chapter of the Greater St. Louis Area Council NESA
Committee, provides funds for college scholarships, the annual Eagle
Recognition Banquet, and other activities benefiting Scouting.
STEMFest
Join us for a FREE showcase of STEM on Sept. 14 at Amp Up Action Park
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Local businesses and organizations that host Scout workshops will be in
attendance to share their schedules and offer a taste of their programs
with hands-on activities for the whole family to enjoy. The event host, Amp
Up Action Park, is also offering special discounts on their activities
including a high-ropes course, virtual reality, human hamster balls, and
more!
Cabela’s Merit Badge Skill Centers
September is Scouts BSA month at Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shops. The stores
will be offering skill centers throughout September for Fishing, Fish &
Wildlife Management, and Rifle Shooting merit badges. Click here
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to view the schedule.
Catholic Encounter Weekend
Join Scouts BSA and Venturers from around the Archdiocese for a weekend of
camping and outdoor fun with challenging games, adoration, music and more
during Encounter Weekend
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, Sept. 13-15 at Beaumont Scout Reservation. The weekend can also be used
to fulfill the retreat requirement for Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius awards.
Fall Fun Rally
Join hundreds of Venturers, Sea Scouts, Explorers, and older Scouts for an
event-filled weekend during Fall Fun Rally
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Sept. 20-22 at Beaumont Scout Reservation. With more than 100 activities,
trainings, demonstrations, and competitions, Fall Fun Rally is a unique
event drawing participants from all over the country!
Cub Launch
Hey Cub Scouts, be sure to begin your Scouting year with Cub Launch next
month! Young Scouts can explore many of the wonderful Cub Scout activities
the BSA offers during this family-friendly event including fishing,
shooting sports, STEM experiments, community guest presenters, and much
more! This event is perfect for brand new Cub Scouts, as well as seasoned
Cub Scouts who want to spend a fun Saturday Scouting!