The Patrol Leaders Council has an exciting schedule of Thursday Meetings planned for the remainder of May.  Everyone is encouraged to attend all the meetings, complete requirements and have a lot of fun.

Thursday May 3:  Complete the First Aid Module and Merit Badge with Dr. Lanken.  If you missed a First Aid meeting, it is your responsibility to read and be prepared to demonstrate your proficiency in the First Aid skills.  There will be leaders available to review and test your knowledge and skills and sign off on your books.  Scout Guides and Instructors are required to help in this endeavor.  Quartermasters and other will be working on the trailer in preparation for White Pines.

Friday May 4:  Scout Cabin Outing for First Years to complete the Scout Rank.  This is your opportunity to complete the Scout Rank before the Court of Honor.  Study and practice your knots and review the Youth Protection pamphlet with your parents.  Be prepared to complete the requirements for the Cyber Chip.  Scout Guides and Instructors are required to help in this endeavor.

Wednesday May 9:  Last opportunity to sign up for White Pines.

Thursday May 10:  Troop 24 announces its Second Annual Cooking Competition.  This years competition will take on the aspects of “Chopped”, the FoodNetwork TV show.  Planning for your patrols cooking and review of the ingredients will be completed tonight.  The White Pines Campout will also be planned this night so don’t miss out on your opportunity to plan the weekend meals.  LAST Board of Review before Court of Honor: Sign up on-line.

Thursday May 17:  Court of Honor

Wednesday May 23:  Last opportunity to sign up for Kankakee.

Thursday May 24:  Troop 24 “Chopped” Competition.  You planned, created menus, shopped and prepared!  Now it’s time to put forth your best efforts in the Cooking Competition.  Each patrol will have one hour to finish their dishes and present them to the judges.    The Kankakee Campout Leaders and chefs will also be planning the Kankakee menus and grocery lists.

Thursday May 31:  Tenderfoot requirement 6c.  We will complete the Fitness requirement of Tenderfoot this evening so wear your running shoes for the mile run.  You will also be required to turn in your 30 day fitness logs, Requirement 6b.  Final preparations for Kankakee; Boards of Review; and Summer Camp preparation.  Troop guides and instructors are needed to help in this endeavor.

CYBER CHIP:

• Scout Rank and Star Rank need to acquire the Cyber Chip. Go to http://www.netsmartz.org/scouting to review the requirements.  Once you have completed the Read, Write and Watch requirements, please sign up on the Troop 24 website to schedule a meeting to complete the Teach and Talk requirements.  We have the Cards.  The chip expires after one year, see Scoutmaster to “Recharge” or renew the Chip.

We look forward to finishing out our Scout Year strong.  Come and participate in these exciting adventures.