Midsummer Edition
Aug 19th - First meeting of the 2014-15 scouting year
We hope your summer is progressing well! Our troop meetings will resume August 19th. In the meantime, we have open volunteer positions so please apply soon if you want to be considered.
As a reminder we do have two remaining activities over the summer break -- the Los Altos to Sea walk and the Giants vs. Phillies game. Please read on for more information.
Adult Volunteer Positions to consider
Kathleen McGall katom882002@yahoo.com
1. Board of Review Coordinator:
This is a key position in the process for scout advancement. We are very sad that Jacqueline (and Ben) are moving to the UK. Thank you, Jacqueline, for filling this role so seamlessly! Please consider filling this very important position. We would like someone identified before our first Board of Review next year (August or September). So, we can start discussions, please let me know of interest by July. Description is found at this link.
2. Medical Records Coordinator:
Our beloved medical records coordinator is ready to hang up her pith hat. Please consider contributing to the troop in this very valuable role to ensure your scouts have all their medical information with them on troop outings. Ann will train the replacement(s).
3. Hospitality Coordinator:
Currently, we have an opening for one of two of these positions Please see description of Hospitality Coordinator at this link.
The two coordinators work together and with the Eagle Court of Honor Coordinator at each of the four Eagle Courts of Honor held each year.
Signups for September and October AC positions are now open
Kathleen McGall katom882002@yahoo.com
Activity Coordinator (AC) Signups are now open for September and October activities.
If you are interested, please let me know which activity you want to be AC for and send me your name, phone number and email to sign up.
Activity Date(s) SMIC
1. | Yosemite (hiking and climbing) | 9/12-9/14 | Peter Monaco | | | |
2. | Mountain Bike Trip | 9/27 | Ted Marcopulos | | | |
3. | Canoe trip (one or more days) | 10/4-? | Brian Mellea | | | |
4 | . Coyote Creek Cycling Classic | 10/10 | Blair Narog | | | |
5 | . Zomboree | 10/10-10/12 | Ted Marcopulos | | | |
6 | . Mountain Man Rendezvous | 10/17-10/19 | Doug MacLeod | | | |
7. | BAOC--Orienteering Scout O | 10/26 | Mattie Coolen | | | |
Signups for the remainder of the activities for the year will open in August or September.
Summer Hikes--Hiking Merit Badge Day Hike Opportunities
Contact for activity questions: SMIC: Brett Pauly bpauly@cisco.com
Or Contact the Activity Coordinators (AC) listed below
Brett has scheduled day hikes throughout the summer (5x10mi and 1x20mi) to meet requirements for the Hiking Merit Badge. Four hikes are left (3x10 mi and 1x20mi). Sign up for one or all hikes!
Dates are:
June 28--AC Amy Franzblau--completed
July 5--AC identified (Karen Townsend)--completed
August 2--AC Amy Franzblau
August 16--AC Karen Townsend
August 23--AC Huma Qureshi
September 6--AC Huma Qureshi
Reminder: San Francisco Giants vs the Phillies on Sunday, August 17!
All sign-up are full.
We will be meeting 10:30am at Mtn. View Caltrain station - BE SHARP!
For more information view the following link:
Please forward any cancellations or questions to Mr. Stanley or Mr. Narog.
Reminder: Los Altos-to-the-Sea August 6-10, 2014
We are getting ready for our lovely walk to the beach! A walk that is a 50 mile and 5 day, and 4 night backpacking trip from this sign in Los Altos to Waddell Beach near Davenport Aug 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.
More information at the activities page here or contact Mr. Ottoes
The Troop web site is a great resource to browse over the summer break..
Activities
Wondering what activities are coming up? See http://troop33.org/activities then click on the links for details and sign-ups!
Calendar
Want to see the Troop calendar for the next week/month/year? See http://troop33.org/calendar
If you have a smart phone you can subscribe to the Troop 33 calendar using ICAL, see instructions at the bottom of the page.
News
Did you accidentally delete the blast from last week? See http://troop33.org/news
Ten Essentials
Every Scout knows that there is a list of ten items that should be brought to any outdoor activity. The BSA now calls it the “Scout Outdoor Essentials” but most know them as the “Ten Essentials”. Find a list on our website along with handy tips and recommendations. See http://troop33.org/scouts/gear/ten-essentials
Camping Checklist
Are you wondering what you should pack for the next campout? Look no farther, we have a detailed checklist based on the Camping merit badge pamphlet. See http://troop33.org/scouts/gear/camping-checklist
Backpacking Checklist
Headed into the wilderness on a backpacking trip? We have a checklist for you! Based on the Philmont summer packing list but slimmed this is a time-tested and proven checklist. See http://troop33.org/scouts/gear/backpacking-checklist
Gear Recommendations
Do you have a birthday coming up? Getting ready for your first campout? There are several critical pieces of gear that will help you enjoy your outdoor experience. See http://troop33.org/scouts/gear/recommendations
Merit Badge Counselors
Looking for a merit badge counselor? We are fortunate to have many counselors for Eagle-required and elective merit badges in Troop 33. Seehttp://troop33.org/scouts/advancement/merit-badge-counselors
Merit Badges
Wondering how to fill out a blue card (must be done before you take the merit badge)? Where to find the requirements? See http://troop33.org/scouts/advancement/merit-badges
Troop Leadership
Who is your Patrol Advisor? Who is your Troop Guide? See http://troop33.org/leadership
Rank Requirements
Wondering where you can find the rank requirements online? How about videos that walk you through each Trail to First Class requirement? Seehttp://troop33.org/scouts/advancement/requirements
Uniform and Patches
Wondering what a “Class A” uniform is? See http://troop33.org/scouts/uniform
Wondering where to sew that patch? See http://troop33.org/scouts/uniform/patch-placement
Troop Roster
How can I contact my Patrol members? See http://troop33.org/roster
Positions of Responsibility
First Class, Star, and Life Scouts need to serve in a position of responsibility as part of their rank advancement. For more information about the various positions, their duties, and the “rubric” that explains Troop 33 expectations see http://troop33.org/scouts/por
Scoutmaster Conference
Are you ready to advance to the next rank? First you must have a Scoutmaster Conference with your Patrol Advisor. He will review everything to make sure you are ready. See http://troop33.org/scouts/advancement/scoutmaster-conference for more details.
Board of Review
Are you ready to advance to the next rank? After your Scoutmaster Conference you need to contact our Board of Review Coordinator, Mrs. Jeffries, to be scheduled. See http://troop33.org/scouts/advancement/bor for more details.
Glossary
PoR? ASPL? ILST? LNT? PLC? Confused by all the acronyms? See http://troop33.org/scouts/glossary
Frequently Asked Questions
At first Boy Scouts might be a bit overwhelming unless you have been exposed to it before. We put together an “FAQ” in an attempt to help with any confusion. See http://troop33.org/parents/faq
Trail to Eagle
Are you a Life Scout and wondering what is next? Check out our “Trail to Eagle” section on our website which has a ton of great information to help you through the process. See http://troop33.org/scouts/advancement/trail-to-eagle
How can I help?
We are a volunteer organization and always need help. In fact, every family is expected to help in at least two ways. For more information about the manyvolunteer roles and their responsibilities see http://troop33.org/parents/volunteers
Ten Essentials
Every Scout knows that there is a list of ten items that should be brought to any outdoor activity. The BSA now calls it the “Scout Outdoor Essentials” but most know them as the “Ten Essentials”. Find a list on our website along with handy tips and recommendations. See http://troop33.org/scouts/gear/ten-essentials
For questions on an activity or event, contact the activity owner listed. As an activity owner to have your items included in the T33 Weekly blast, please submit them to Sundeep Gupta sundeep.gupta@gmail.com by 5 pm Sunday for the following week’s edition.
