This week we go under the sea with a trip to the Shedd Aquarium
Field meeting Monday
8a to 6p
This Monday we will be holding a field meeting at the Shedd Aquarium. Please go to the website and sign up for the trip. You can also give me a call to let me know if you are going to come.
The boys will be working on the oceanography merit badge. Attached to the bottom of the letter is a copy of the badge book.
Here are all the details for the trip there and back.
Departure timeand directions
We will be meeting at the Kane County Circuit Clerk Office at 8am. We will return around 6p or 7p depending on traffic.
(540 S Randall Rd, St. Charles, IL 60174) The address of the aquarium is 1200 S Dusable Lk Shr Dr, Chicago, IL 60605.
Maps says the fastest route for us to take will be to hit I-88 to I-290. We would get off of I-290 and take South Columbus Drive to East McFetridge. The easiest parking lot to go to would probably be the one just outside Soldier Field.
1356 Special Olympics Dr, Chicago, IL 60605. If we get separated on the trip out or while we are at the parking lot our rondevu point is the Soldier Field children's garden. It is located just outside of the parking lot on the corner of McFetridge and Special Olympics Drive.
The Shedd
We have a 9:30 entry time and a 12:40 lunch room opening. Please remember to bring your own lunch.
Extra money is suggested if you wish to buy something while we are there. We will leave around 5p and get back to the
clerk'soffice around 6:15ish
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
Under the sea, Darling it's better, Down where it's wetter, Take it from me Up on the shore they work all day, Out in the sun they slave away While we devotin', Full time to floatin' Under the sea
Run a science fair booth
Thursday, February 23rd from 6-8 pm
Munhall Elementary School
We have been asked to run a science booth at the fair that the school is running. The troop would only need to man a station not make one up.
Tomochichi Knolls camp-out
Mar 3rd - 5th
40W095 Freeman Rd, Gilberts, IL 60136
Start the spring off with our annual trip to To-Mo
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer 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.
For the first time in many years the troop ventured out to the Shedd Aquarium for a field meeting last Monday. It went off without a hitch. The boys all seemed to have a good time and nobody pushed Mr. Flolo into the shark tank. Just a day prior a few of the boys partook in a sledding opportunity that troop 80 had offered to us up in Wisconsin. With no broken bones they returned with smiles and some good stories to share. If all that was not enough Munhall elementary school held their first science fair in a few years to great success. The kids all loved it and voted our station (shrinkie-dinks) the number one spot of the whole fair. All in all this week in scouting was a productive experience.
Troop Meeting
Feb 26th, 7p - 8:15p
The Vets Hall
311 n 2nd street
This week we will be prepping for our annual trip up to Gilberts to stay at the To-Mo-Chi-Chi lodge.
Leaders Meeting
Mar 1st, 7p - 9p
Location: T.B.D
The leaders of the troop will be holding a meeting to discuss how to better facilitate the boys in the spring season.
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
Start the spring off with our annual trip to To-Mo
The 2023 St.Charles Saint Patrick's day parade.
Mar 11th, 2:00p
Thousands of people line Main Street to listen to award winning local marching bands, watch the elaborate and colorful floats, hear the melodic strains of the Celtic pipe bands, and everything St. Charles has to offer. The parade steps off at 2:00pm at 6th Street and continues down Main Street to conclude at 4th Avenue.
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer 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.
Thank you to all that helped out at winterall this year! The stations we were running were yet again voted the most popular of the day.
There is a lot coming up this week. This Monday alone we have the monthly plc, the oa elections and the planning for the ski trip. it's going to be a super full night so please come ready with ideas and energy!
This Monday Night:
Feb P.L.C meeting:
2 - 5 - 24
Baker Church
307 Cedar Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174
6 - 7:00p
Topics of the P.L.C will include but not limited to
* Past / Upcoming events and badges
* Leadership
* Patrol updates
* How to keep everyone up to date on what is going on in the troop.
* Spring and Summer events
2024 O.A. Election:
2 - 5 - 24
Baker Church
307 Cedar Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174
7p
William, Bradly and Dominic have all been nominated for this year's order of the arrow selection. We will be holding the O.A. elections right after the plc. We need as many scouts there as possible to make the vote count.
Feb committee meeting:
2 - 5 - 24
Baker Church
307 Cedar Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174
7 - 8:30p
The next committee meeting will be at Baker Church immediately following the p.l.c. If you are a committee member or are a parent interested in troop business, please attend. We are searching for new members that can help staff a few areas of need for the troop. The four areas that we are looking to staff are Fundraising, Activities and Recruitment. All three areas are vital to the troop. Meetings of these four departments need not always meet on a Monday night and can bounce ideas via mail or phone.
Veni vidi melius quam expectata! (I came I saw I did better than expected!) And so they did.
For the first time in many years the boys participated in this years Winterall competition. They all did fairly well seeing as Alex and Nick where sick. It is always hard when team mates go down and can't attend. Seth, Anthony, Joey, Dominic and Will made the best of it. Brad made it out for the cooking portion of Friday night and I thank him for making it out there. All in all the general consensus is that it was a good day. No one was hurt or ended up in the hospital, always a plus in my book.
Feb P.L.C meeting
2 - 6 - 23, 6 - 7p
Baker Church
We will be holding a Patrol Leader Council this Monday at Baker Church. If you are a patrol leader or of senior staff please attend. Every scout is invited to caucus with their patrol.
Topics of the P.L.C will include but not limited to
* Upcoming events and badges
* Leadership
* patrol updates
* Wants / needs
Feb committee meeting
2 - 6 - 23, 7 - 8:30p
Baker Church
The next committee meeting will be at Baker Church immediately following the p.l.c. If you are a Committee member or are a parent interested in troop business please attend. We are searching for new members that can help staff a few areas of need for the troop. The four areas that we are looking to staff are Fundraising, Activities, Service and Recruitment. All four areas are vital to the troop. Meetings of these four departments need not always meet on a Monday night and can bounce ideas via mail or phone.
Summer Camp 2023
Where do we go?
This is a huge question for our upcoming summer that we need to answer, Where do we go this year? We will have a list of possibilities at Monday's meeting and will need to make a decision at our next PLC / CM
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
An afternoon of shooting each other with lasers before the Superbowl, sounds good to me!
Presidents Day Field meeting
The Shedd Aquarium
Feb 20th 8a - 6p
Come Join Troop One Under the sea
Under the sea, Darling it's better, Down where it's wetter, Take it from me Up on the shore they work all day, Out in the sun they slave away While we devotin', Full time to floatin' Under the sea
Run a science fair booth
Thursday, February 23rd from 6-8 pm
Munhall Elementary School
We have been asked to run a science booth at the fair that the school is running. The troop would only need to man a station not make one up.
Tomochichi Knolls camp-out
Mar 3rd - 5th
40W095 Freeman Rd, Gilberts, IL 60136
Start the spring off with our annual trip to To-Mo
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer 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.
News Around Town
Good news everyone! This week I have some new news and it comes from Ryan.
Camp Big Timber is holding a fundraiser with the proceeds going to the camp. Attached is the flyer with the details.
I hope everyone had a chance to partake in this weekend's fantastic weather. Hopefully we will see the same scenario play out next weekend as we go for our camp Indian Trails camp out. As we move further into spring and more things become available we as a troop can reincorporate many of the interesting things that we had hoped to do last year but couldn't. Hikes, trips and even the unconventional meeting idea are all on the table. Some of the strangest meeting ideas turn out to be the most interesting times. Let me know what's on your mind and let's see if we can't turn it into something the group could really get into.
Monday Meeting 3 - 15
At this week's meeting we will be going over the upcoming camp out and menu planning.
IMPORTANT -
March Camp-out - Camp Indian Trails - re-post
(just in case you have not seen this yet)
There are two major updates for our March camp out. It is confirmed that the cabin in Gilberts WILL NOT be able to host us this spring. Therefore, we will be switching the location to Camp Indian Trails just north of Janesville WI.
The cabin that I was able to rent sleeps 28. It also has plenty of room both inside and outside if you would prefer tent camping. Please note: Most of our 3rd years need at least one night in a tent that they have pitched in order to qualify for 2nd class. This would complete that requirement.
We all know our March camp out will most definitely be different than any we've had in the past. This year it will be a combination of our electronics camp-out and our spring kick off camp out. We will be allowing scouts to bring any games they want with them on this camp-out. Any electronic, board game or card games they would like to bring is fair game. The weekend will be a mixture of scout skills and games. I believe everyone will be able to get something done and if I am correct could qualify for a rank advancement by the end of the month. I will need a volunteer to pull the trailer for us.
I want to thank everyone that was able to come to the camp-out this past weekend. For the 1st time in over a year we finally got a chance to go camping. We were able to complete a lot while we where up at the cabin this weekend. There is still more to do but we at least got a big portion of it done. If the spring continues to open up for us April will be better and May may be even better still.
Having the honor to welcome new scouts into our troop is a privilege that I always enjoy. Every new scout that joins brings with them a new sense of excitement and energy. Long after the brag vest is turned in for the merit badge sash and the numbers on the shoulder are switched around you find a new adventure with people you didn't even expect to meet. Placing yourself in a whole new environment and finding out that you are not only making it work but thriving at it.
Is it spring when the snow starts to melt or is it spring when the daylight gets longer? Is it spring when you can start to see the flowers come up or is it spring when you can see the grass again? Is it spring when you can go out without a heavy coat and not freeze or is it spring when you can clean your car's carpet and realize how much junk is on it. All of these questions and more will not be answered in tonight's letter. I just ask these questions because I have writer's block and need a filler and opening.
So lets get to it.
Monday meeting 3 - 8 P.L.C & C.M
This month's Patrol Leader Council and Committee Meeting will be held at Saint Marks Church. The P.L.C will begin at 6p and the C.M will start directly following it at 7p.
For those of you who can't attend in person we will have the live stream running on our zoom channel. The P.L.C video will begin at 6 o'clock or shortly thereafter. The committee meeting video will begin at 7 o'clock or shortly thereafter. Both meetings will be streamed on the same link. The link will be attached to the bottom of this letter and I will send out a reminder an hour before the meeting tomorrow.
Topics for each meeting may include but are not limited to
New fundraising possibilities
New meeting events and locations
camping, when, where, how.
March Camp-out - Camp Indian Trails / update
There are two major updates for our March camp out. It is confirmed that the cabin in Gilberts WILL NOT be able to host us this spring. Therefore, we will be switching the location to camp Indian Trail's just north of Janesville WI.
The cabin that I was able to rent sleeps 28 and has plenty of room both inside and outside if you would prefer tent camping. Please note: Most of our 3rd years need at least one night in a tent that they have pitched in order to qualify for 2nd class. This would complete that requirement. As of now(3-7) we will be the only troop in the camp on that weekend.
We all know our March camp out will most definitely be different than any that we've had in the past. This year it will be a combination of our electronics camp-out and our spring kick off camp out. We will be allowing scouts to bring any games they want with them on this camp-out. Any electronic, board or card games they would like to bring is fair game. The weekend will be a mixture of scout skills and games. I believe everyone will be able to get something done and if I am correct could qualify for a rank advancement by the end of the month. I will need a volunteer to pull the trailer for us.
Spring break - repost
Because this year will be still tight on traveling I would like to know if each family is going to be around for spring break. If a majority of our families are going to be local for spring break a suggestion that was made was we have a field meeting at the Museum of Science and Industry. The museum in trying to reopen has done some very ingenious things to get themselves back in business. Last year when we went to the field museum the boys in attendance were able to earn a rank by the end of the day.
Who is the wise guy that ordered the snow? Come on now who did it?
Troop One and troop 10 teaming up this season
Last Wednesday Mr.Browne and Mr. Wolfgram had a meeting with three of the leaders from troop 10. They discussed joining together on some of their meetings and outings for the spring and summer. The end goal may be for troop 10 to merge with troop one and pull our resources together for the fall season. Most of this is still up in the air as of now. The idea does have a lot of promise. Sometime in April we hope to be holding a few joint meetings or outings to see how things pan out
Dinner with the Legion
Veterans Hall, 311 n 2nd street
Mar 13th 6p - 7p
Join the troop this month as we dine in with the American Legion at the veterans hall.
Help serve dinner and join in the fellowship. Set-up will begin at 5:45ish with dinner to follow at 6p.
Troop Meeting
Veterans Hall, 311 n 2nd street
Mar 13th, 7:00 - 8:15p
This Monday we will be taking a night hike downtown St.Charles. It has been a while since the last time we did this and with "spring" in the air this is the perfect time to get back outside. Immediately following the dinner we will start the hike from the vet's hall and end back there too.
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
We have a few options this year for anyone who is not going away for spring break. The Theater badge, the Railroading badge and the Crime Prevention badge are just three of our options for Monday the 27th.
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer 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.
News Around Town
With spring fast approaching there will be a ton of places that need and want help around town. We will post it here when we come across any news.
In tonight's letter there is a boatload to go over and a lot of updates for everyone. This one is a long one so let's get going
Troop One and troop 10 teaming up this season (update)
I received word from the leadership of troop 10 as to when they would be visiting us. Monday April 10th is slated for our meeting with them. They wanted to come to the vets dinner with us and hang around for the meeting afterwards.
Spring fundraisers
Mulch
Patrick at Midwest compost said that they would be happy to do another fundraiser with us this Spring. They want to set up a dealer portal for us on their website. All we would have to do is log on and do a little paperwork rather than going through any middlemen from the company. This would still allow us to maintain the quick turnaround and profitability margin. I'm getting Information and should have more news hopefully sometime this coming week.
Pancake breakfast with the Legion.
Jeff from the Legion asked if we would want to do a pancake breakfast on behalf of the Legion to help raise some money for the troop. We would hold the breakfast over at the veteran center and do the fundraiser in the name of the American Legion. The American Legion would technically be the ones making any money off of this event. They would then take any of the profits and donate them back to us. This would be a way to avoid the council middle man and allow us to do multiple events for the spring.
They wanted to make sure it wasn't too far into May but far enough away that we can get the word out. A lot of the supplies would be donated but we still would need to get drinks and a few other things. I believe Jeff has the idea to do it on the 15th of April. We can push that back a little if needed. I already have a few ideas for flyers and pricing. At the bottom I attached a flyer from another troop that just recently did a breakfast. It gives a good feel for pricing.
Memorial Day breakfast
The Legion also wanted to do a fundraiser for the Memorial day pancake breakfast. The way they are setting this one up would be any group that helped with the breakfast would get a cut of the total ticket sales. %20 of the profit will go to the legion and their scholarship fund. The rest will be split among any of the organizations helping out at the breakfast. Because we usually help out at the Memorial Day breakfast this one in particular is a no brainer. Next month we should have a bit more information.
Troop Meeting
St.Mark's Church
Mar 19th, 7:00 - 8:15p
We will be working on the first flag ceremony of the season. If you have any flags that need to be retired please bring them to
Monday's meeting.
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
We have a few options this year for anyone who is not going away for spring break. The lead contender is the Theater badge followed by the Railroading badge.
Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer 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.
News Around Town
With spring fast approaching there will be a ton of places that need and want help around town. We will post it here when we come across any news.
