Troop 24 is offering both merit badges for the first time.  The class is limited to 8 Scouts so that 4 can work on Motorboating and 4 can work on Water Sports then switch activities.  The cost of the outing will be $45 per scout which will cover fuel for the boats as well as breakfast and lunch on Friday.  Please plan to send extra money with your scout for Thursday’s dinner as we will stop on our way to Lake Geneva.

We will leave from RPC on Thursday, August 1st at 5:00pm.  We will stop for dinner then arrive at the Snyder’s where we will have a campfire.  We will be staying in the Snyder’s Lake Cottage (not in tents). Friday will be spent on Lake Geneva and we plan on being done by 3:00pm returning to RPC approximately 5:30pm on Friday.  Please click on the links provided here to see the requirements for both merit badges.  Please review these with your scout.

Motorboating https://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Motorboating

Water Sports https://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Water_Sports

This Merit Badge event is only open to Troop 24 Scouts who already have the Swimming Merit Badge.  Registrations are being accepted only for the first 8 scouts to sign up.  You can check on the Troop 24 Website “Upcoming Events” page to make sure your registration was fully submitted and accepted.

If you have a PFD that your son likes to wear please feel free to send it with them.  If not we will have PFD’s for everyone.  Make sure that they pack a swimsuit that they can tie, towel, and sunscreen.

In addition to our leaders Mr. Hartwig and Mr. Snyder,  we are looking for 2 adult drivers, preferably adults who will stay for the entire event and participate as chaperones.  Please sign up on the Adult Form if you can help with this event.

Here are links to the forms:

SCOUT FORM:

Water Sports & Motorboating Merit Badge Overnight 8/1/2019 SCOUT FORM

ADULT FORM:

Water Sports & Motorboating Merit Badge Overnight 8/1/2019 ADULT FORM

Troop 24 and the Families of 

Joseph Bensfield

Zach Janopoulos

Christopher Murphy

Jonathan Murphy

Robert Murphy

and

Steven Staubus

Cordially invite you to attend their

Eagle Scout Court of Honor

Sunday, July 28

3:00 PM

Riverside Presbyterian Church

116 Barrypoint Road, Riverside, IL

Reception following ceremony

We received the following message from Camp Tesomas staff to share with our Troop 24 families:

Hello!

Thank you for a wonderful week at camp! Below is the link to the end of the week slideshow as well as the rest of the pictures taken during the week. Enjoy!

Photos: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bv38clxtw88c8eq/AABl8hALiZQ0Q9Vp54hMCQIza?dl=0

Slideshow: https://www.dropbox.com/s/nbs5p83e9qgc42u/Period%205.mp4?dl=0

Troop 24 should arrive at the Hauser parking lot at about 4:45pm today (Saturday, July 20th).  Please be on time to pick up your scout and their gear.

Bikes have arrived already and it would be helpful if parents could pick up their scout’s bike now (starting st 1:30 pm). The bikes are also at the Hauser parking lot.

Congratulations to our newest Eagle Scout, Colin Griffin!

Troop 24 has had a good day, starting our merit badge claases and other programs. Scout were able to swim, bike and boat during our free time.
A storm has rolled in tonight, but we are all safe in our “storm shelter” buildings, playing cards and board games while we wait for the rain and lightning to be done.

Troop 24 has arrived safely at Camp Tesomas. We are enjoying a warm, sunny day while we set up our camp. We are all looking forward to a week full of fun activities in the great outdoors.

If you wish to send mail to your scout at camp, please address the mail in this way:

(Camper’s Name), Troop 24
Tesomas Scout Camp
5403 Spider Lake Road
Rhinelander, WI 54501

You are encouraged to mail things several days early to ensure we receive it before checkout day.
Do NOT mail care packages that include any food items.

If there is an emergency family issue, please call (715) 365-3111 or email camp@samoset.org with
the camper’s name and unit number in the subject heading and the Camp Director will ensure that
the camper receives the message.

SAVE THE DATE! An Eagle Court of Honor will take place Sunday, July 28th at 3pm. All Troop 24 Scouts and their families are encouraged to attend to recognize the accomplishments of our recent Eagle Scouts.

Bike Inspection and Ax Yard
Bike inspection for camp will take place Thursday, July 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lach’s house at 2334 S. 14th Ave. in North Riverside. We don’t want scouts to get to camp and have problems with their bikes, so please attend or have a family member bring your bike if you have a conflict. If you know that your bicycle needs repair you will need to bring the needed parts with you and we will repair the bike if possible. An Ax Yard will teach scouts how to safely use knives and axes. Scouts who participate will earn the Totin’ Chip which is required to possess or purchase a pocket knife at camp (mandatory for the Woodcarving Merit Badge).

Bike & Equipment Drop-Off
Bike drop-off is at Tom Hartwig’s yard at 2413 4th Avenue in North Riverside on Saturday, July 13 between 9 a.m. and noon. Remember to bring a bike helmet, as it is required by Camp Tesomas.

If you have any troop equipment (and ESPECIALLY tents), please bring it to the bike drop-off on Saturday.

Weather Forecast
The projected high temperatures in Rhinelander, Wisconsin next week range from 85 to 91 degrees, with a chance of thunderstorms a couple of days. Evening temperatures are predicted with a low of 64 degrees. Pack appropriately.

What to Bring
Please print and review the Troop 24 recommended Summer Camp Packing List. Scouts should pack so they know where everything is. Put your scout’s name on everything–AND WE MEAN EVERYTHING! Scouts must wear Class A uniforms (Scout shirts but not neckerchiefs) for travel to camp. Bring a hanger for the shirt during the week. Remember your scout book as we will have opportunities to work on rank advancement at Tesomas. If you have partial blue cards from merit badges offered at Tesomas, bring the partial blue cards so you can attempt to complete them at camp. You do not need blue cards for this year’s classes. Be sure to bring insect repellant and long pants & a long-sleeved shirt. When buying insect repellant, be sure it is NON-AEROSOL (aerosol sprays are very flammable, and are not allowed at camp). You may bring a cell phone (at your own risk) and ear buds for use on the bus only. Older scouts may bring their own tent or hammock if they wish, but there will be no solo youth tents (you still will have a tent-mate if not in a troop tent).

Medications
Scouts taking medications (prescription and non-prescription) should bring the meds in the original container in a ziplock bag labeled with the scout’s name. If there are multiple medications for a scout, please include a note detailing time, dosage, etc.
Carrie Staubus will collect this medication and remind those scouts when to take their medicine. Please give the bags to her at bus drop off on Sunday. The Tesomas medical office is available for scouts who need medication refrigerated or need other assistance. Please email carrie@staubus.net if you have concerns.
Anyone who did not turn in their complete BSA medical form (with a copy of their health insurance card) MUST bring TWO copies on Sunday morning.
Scouts participating in the Scuba program must bring their packet with all required paperwork completed, including parent signatures.

Snacks/Allergy Info
No snacks are allowed in tents – do not bring any extra food for during the week. For the bus trip to camp, you should have a water bottle and if you wish a NUT-FREE, non-messy snack, such as a piece of fruit or two.

Money
Scouts riding the bus will need money for lunch on the way to camp and money for lunch on the way home. Remind your scout to save back enough money to eat lunch on the return trip. Scouts may buy snacks at the Trading Post during the week. Souvenirs are available as well. $40 is the suggested amount to bring.

Departure
Meet in the parking lot of Hauser Jr. High at 6:30 a.m. sharp on Sunday, July 14th to load gear and prepare for a 7:00 am departure.

Swim Test
Scouts who did not take the swim test in advance will be taking the test almost immediately after arrival. Bring swim trunks and a towel in a separate bag on the bus.

Return to Riverside
The scouts arrive back at the Hauser parking lot at around 4:00 p.m. on Saturday July 20. They will use leaders’ phones to call as they get close and/or a group email will go out letting parents know when to meet the bus.