It's October and you all know what that means, less than 90 days before Christmas! Have you finished your shopping list yet? If you like I don't care about that kind of thing just yet we are in the same boat. We have a lot on the horizon and it is really good if I do say so.
Firstly we need to talk about recharter
Troop One Recharter
That time of year has come again when we have to put together our recharder for the next season. As of right now I am hoping that all of our members will be rejoining us for the 2023 season. We hope to have this paperwork in by mid October. Please let us know if you do not intend on rechartering with us so we don't re-register you. We have a few changes coming in the '23 season and we need your help to implement them. We are much stronger with you than without you.
We all know that these are not the best of times and if any of our members need help with the cost of recharder please, reach out to us and let us know.
Monday Meeting - Scarecrow fest prep and knots practice
Oct 3rd 6:50p - 8:15, St.Marks
This Monday we will be working on two things.
The first will be the design for Scarecrow Fest. The boys have chosen to recreate the flag raising of Iwo Jima. What material do we need to make our display? Who has some extra stuff that they can loan out? We will put all that together this week.
Our second objective for the week is to do some knots practice. Can you tie some of the most common and least common knots and give their usage? We will find out on Monday night.
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
Popcorn, Wreaths and Jerky sticks are all on sale. You should all have the paperwork by now, if not please let us know and we can get you what you need. More jerky is on the way!
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification. The class material can be found at
Weekend camp-out at Blackwell, The Archery and orienteering merit badge will be held this weekend.
Batavia VFW fire vigil camp-out
Join Troop One, Six, Twelve and Forty Three at our VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
Every November we come together to honor our veterans with a Forty Eight hour camp fire.and flag retirement ceremony.
It will be held on the field behind the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday 11/4 and not be allowed to die out until Sunday 11/6 at 6am. If any cub scouts wish to join us during the day Lunch and Dinner will be provided by the troops.
And so very much more to come down the line.
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover, or someone wishing to join you as a transferr from another troop please let us know. We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
Baker Church - Trunk-or-Treet, Oct 23rd 3p - 4:30p
It's like Trick-or-Treat but out of the trunk of a car. It's a spook-tacular event!
Holiday Homecoming
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
Hi Everybody! We are back and no one got lost in a cave. This past weekend, as was predicted, was a very simple and pleasant weekend. Everyone seems to have had a good time. Even with the freak downpour on Saturday night we all agreed that a trip to the caves was just what we needed to start the fall off.
There is a lot to cover this week and we'll start with this....
Troop One Recharter
That time of year has come again when we have to put together our recharder for the next season. As of right now I am hoping that all of our members will be rejoining us for the 2023 season. We hope to have this paperwork in by mid October. Please let us know if you do not intend on rechartering with us so we don't re-register you. We have a few changes coming in the '23 season and we need your help to implement them. We are much stronger with you than without you.
We all know that these are not the best of times and if any of our members need help with the cost of recharder please, reach out to us and let us know.
Monday Meeting - November event and Scarecrow fest prep
Sep 26th 7p - 8:45, Veterans Center
311 n 2nd street
This Monday we will be working on two things.
The first will be designs and possibilities for Scarecrow Fest. What can we build and what can we show the public from troop one. We have an 8x8 space and I say let's build something big and far out to impress the locals.
The second objective will be to work on the details for the November camp-out. Troop one is running the show this year and we need to schedule the day's events. At 8p we will be joined by the three other troops to start talking about the schedule and what we will be doing. ALL SENIOR SCOUTSMUST BE AT THIS MEETING. All other scouts can stay and participate if you want.
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
Popcorn, Wreaths and Jerky sticks are all on sale. You should all have the paperwork by now, if not please let us know and we can get you what you need. More jerky is on the way!
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification. The class material can be found at
Weekend camp-out at Blackwell, The Archery and orienteering merit badge will be held this weekend.
3rd annual night hike meeting
6:30 - 8:30p The Great Western trail
Batavia VFW fire vigil camp-out
Join Troop One, Six, Twelve and Forty Three at our VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
Every November we come together to honor our veterans with a Forty Eight hour camp fire.and flag retirement ceremony.
It will be held on the field behind the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday 11/4 and not be allowed to die out until Sunday 11/6 at 6am. If any cub scouts wish to join us during the day Lunch and Dinner will be provided by the troops.
And so very much more to come down the line.
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover, or someone wishing to join you as a transferr from another troop please let us know. We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
Baker Church - Trunk-or-Treet, 3p - 4:30p
It's like Trick-or-Treat but out of the trunk of a car. It's a spook-tacular event!
Holiday Homecoming
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
A service project, meeting and a camp-out all this week on
The weekly newsletter!
Monday Dinner with the Veterans
Sep 19th 6p - 7p, Veterans Center
311 n 2nd street
The veterans center is hosting their monthly dinner with the veterans meal. We have been invited to help serve and afterwards join in a meal with the vets. Ever since St. Marks Church ended their community supper evening we have been looking for something to take the spot it once held. This is the perfect way to earn a service hour and get to know the veterans a bit better. Immediately following the dinner we will move into our meeting.
Class A for this one, you don't have to wear the badge sash.
Monday meeting - Camp-out prep
Sep 19th, 7:15 - 8:15p, St.Mark's Church
Because of Dinner with the Veterans we will have an abbreviated camp-out planning meeting. It will start directly following the service project at about 7:15.
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
Popcorn, Wreaths and Jerky sticks are all on sale. This Monday we will have the wreath prices and packets.
Cyber-Chip
Everyone needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification. The class material can be found at
Come venture into the dark and go spelunking with troop one at Maquoketa Caves State Park. We will be staying at Bellevue State Park, 24668 US-52, Bellevue, IA 52031.
There were a few things that we didn't get to do last time we were out at the caves in 2019. With the weather looking a little bit better we hope to slip in a few extra places that you have probably never seen before. It is going to be a pleasant weekend.
This will be an open invitation camp-out. If you know anyone that is interested in scouting, ask them to come along.
Merit Badge Monday - Citizenship in the Community - Part one
Oct 3rd 6p - 815p, St Mark's Church
If you need this badge or would like to help teach it now is the time to do it.
Scarecrow Fest
Oct 7th - 9th
This award-winning event features many unique handcrafted scarecrows on display throughout downtown St. Charles. Scarecrow Festival visitors can vote in the Scarecrow contest to help decide the winners in four categories: mechanical/mega, clubs, non-profits and schools, individuals and business. This event also features a family zone in Lincoln Park with live entertainment, a photo op area, scarecrow in a box, and Autumn on the Fox Arts and Crafts Show at Pottawatomie Park. Details at www.scarecrowfest.com. Stroll along downtown to admire the scarecrows and visit the businesses, which will offer deals, specials, and events.
Weekend camp-out at Blackwell, The Archery and orienteering merit badge will be held this weekend.
3rd annual night hike meeting
6:30 - 8:30p The Great Western trail
And so very much more to come down the line.
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover or someone transferring from another troop please let us know. We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
News Around Town -
Saturday 9/17 – Constitution Day - service project
9am at Vet center for set up, 3pm for clean up for the day’s events. Includes 12pm ceremony at the Freedom Shrine, and a Freedom Walk. This all counts for service hours so get them while you can.
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
I wanted to start this week's letter off by congratulating our three newest Order of the Arrow members. Anthony, Seth and Joey took part in the ordeal yesterday at Camp Big Timber. The effort that they put into earning their sashes and becoming members reflects highly on who they are and why they were nominated in the first place. Good job guys and welcome to the O.A
Monday P.L.C 9 - 12 - 22, 6 - 7p
Baker Church, Cedar Street entrance
We will be holding a Patrol Leader Council this Monday at Baker Church. Every scout is invited.
Topics of the P.L.C will include but not limited to
* Upcoming events and badges
* Leadership
* patrol updates
* Wants / needs
September committee meeting, 9 - 12, 7p
The next committee meeting will be at Baker Church immediately following the p.l.c.
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
Popcorn, Wreaths and Jerky sticks are all on sale. This Monday we will have a full wreath breakdown and 411.
Cyber-Chip
Everyone needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification. The class material can be found at
Come venture into the dark and go spelunking with troop one at Maquoketa Caves State Park. We will be staying at Bellevue State Park, 24668 US-52, Bellevue, IA 52031. This will be an open invitation camp-out. If you know anyone that is interested in scouting, ask them to come along.
Merit Badge Monday - Citizenship in the Community - Part one
Oct 3rd 6p - 815p, St Mark's Church
If you need this badge or would like to help teach it now is the time to do it.
Scarecrow Fest
Oct 7th - 9th
This award-winning event features many unique handcrafted scarecrows on display throughout downtown St. Charles. Scarecrow Festival visitors can vote in the Scarecrow contest to help decide the winners in four categories: mechanical/mega, clubs, non-profits and schools, individuals and business. This event also features a family zone in Lincoln Park with live entertainment, a photo op area, scarecrow in a box, and Autumn on the Fox Arts and Crafts Show at Pottawatomie Park. Details at www.scarecrowfest.com. Stroll along downtown to admire the scarecrows and visit the businesses, which will offer deals, specials, and events.
Weekend camp-out at Blackwell, The Archery and orienteering merit badge will be held this weekend.
3rd annual night hike meeting
6:30 - 8:30p The Great Western trail
And so very much more to come down the line.
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover or someone transferring from another troop please let us know. We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
News Around Town -
Saturday 9/17 – Constitution Day - service project
9am at Vet center for set up, 3pm for clean up for the day’s events. Includes 12pm ceremony at the Freedom Shrine, and a Freedom Walk. This all counts for service hours so get them while you can.
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
