Everyone who signed up for merit badge college should have received information packages about the sessions you will be in.  Remember that you likely have some pre-work to complete (see the particular package you received) and you will need to get your Blue Cards signed by the Scoutmaster.

This is an outdoor camping trip - participants should be prepared to sleep in tents or shelters of their own construction.  No cabin will be available.  Due to the amunt of snow on the ground it is likely that scouts will have to clear areas for their tents and cooking.  Scouts need to come prepared with approiate clothing and equipment.  

See our Cold Weather Camping page for more information.

The March trip for Troop 437 is a Pioneering and Survival weekend at Camp Resolute Scout Reservation.  On Saturday the boys will put to test as well as improve upon their pioneering and survival skills. All boys will have the opportunity to plan and assemble their own survival shelters of items found throughout camp! Those boys with a desire for adventure will be able to sleep in the survival shelters that they construct. We will follow  “leave no trace” principals and disassemble all shelters prior to leaving.

Part of this week's troop meeting will be conducted outdoors so scouts should wear coats and hats and bring gloves and flashlights.  Also, please bring any cardboard egg cartons, wood shavings, and dryer lint as they will be used to make fire starters for the upcoming winter camping trip.

The Winter Court of Honor will be held at this week's troop meeting.  Scouts and their families are encouraged to attend to help recognize all the advancement the scouts have achieved.  The new troop leadership will officialy take office at the Court of Honor.

Congratulations to Kyle O. who was elected by the troop to serve as Seior Patrol Leader.  In addition, Max G., Harry L, Josh M. and Matt D. have been elected as Patrol Leaders by their respective Patrols.

These new leaders will officially start in their roles at the Winter Court of Honor next week.

Just a reminder that we have adjusted our calendar for a number of events.  We have delayed by a week of the advancement deadline, the January PLC meeting, and the Winter Court of Honor.  The new dates are listed below and have been updated on the troop website.