In place of our usual Thursday troop meeting, there will be a Court of Honor on October 17th, starting at 7:00 p.m. in the Riverside Presbyterian Church Social Hall. Scouts who wish to participate as color guard, candle lighters, etc. should arrive at 6:45 p.m.

In the Boy Scouts of America a court of honor is a troop activity where scouts and their families come together to get their awards and have a good time together. It is important for the scout’s family members to be there for their scouts receiving his rank advancement, merit badges, and other awards.

Troop 24 holds two Courts of Honor each year–one in the fall and one in the spring. We expect that all scouts participate in these events, unless there is an unavoidable conflict. Scouts should dress in full uniform, including their scarf and merit badge sash (if they have one). Please no jeans or athletic apparel.

We also ask that each scout have at least one parent or grandparent present. Parents as well as scouts come forward when rank advancements are announced.

We need refreshments for the reception after the ceremony. Noretta Griffin will be coordinating this, but we need volunteers to help set up and clean up. If you can volunteer or bring food, please e-mail Noretta at jasonandcorky@comcast.net.

Troop 24 Scouts:

We are seeking one or two Scouts to act as emcee(s) for this week’s Court of Honor. This is an excellent opportunity to hone your public speaking skills.

This commitment can also satisfy Requirement 8 of the Eagle-required Communications merit badge.

If you are interested, alert Mr. Lauger [tim@lauger.com] and Mrs. Staubus [carrie@staubus.net] right away!

This week, we will continue to finalize High Adventure opportunities, tie up some loose ends with rank advancement requirements, and ENJOY A CAMP-O-REE THEMED MEETING, to help our campers get ready for the weekend outing!

Camp-o-ree activities may include: Cast Iron Cooking Contest, Climbing Wall, Car Smash, Monkey Bridge, Gaga Ball, Geocaching, Frisbee Golf, 2 Man Saw, Branding, American Indian Dance, Field Goal Kicking, 6 Knot Relay, Compass Course and Highland Games.

HIGH ADVENTURE REPORTS:
Sailing at Kentucky Lake/Roy C Manchester (Cal)
Northern Tier (Sam)
Isle Royale (Tesomas) (Dan)
Appalacian Trail (Ewan)
Camp Daniel Boone/3 River Gorge Whitewater Rafting (Kevin)
Sailing at Seabase (Atticus)
Horseback Riding
Porcupine Mountain Hiking (Tom)
Mystery Idea (Mateo)

TROOP JOBS: we are seeking a second Quartermaster [thanks, Mateo!], Guides, a Librarian, and a Historian. Plan to sign up on Thursday!

Remember your Handbook! Sell popcorn!

SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES: Zach H, Thomas S, John M, Harry, Carroll, Sam

BOARDS OF REVIEW: Zach H, Thomas S, Harry, Carroll, Sam

COURT OF HONOR on October 17th

Ryan L. has been working on his Eagle Scout project of collecting sporting goods for children in need. The collection phase has reached its conclusion and Ryan is now looking for volunteers to sort the collected goods. The sort day will be on October 26 at 3:00 pm at Ryan’s house (you will receive an email with his address after you sign up). You will receive service hours for your help.
Sign up here

Hello Scouts,

You should be on your way to selling popcorn BUT if you haven’t already started there is still time. Remember, one third of what you sell is for you to use to help offset the cost of things like camp outs and summer camp! It’s a great way to support the scouting movement and to make a bit of money for your outings.

Due date for order forms and money
October 24 (at the Thursday meeting)
More forms available at the scout meeting or at the LaGrange BSA Council office

Online Selling
Register for an account at: www.trails-end.com (click on Register)
Council: Pathway to Adventure
District: Voyager Trace
Unit: Troop 24 Riverside Presbyterian Church

If you have any questions feel free to contact me. vrpecis@gmail.com

Thanks and good selling!

Kernel Vince

The Hofmann Dam River Rats Annual Fall River Clean-Up
Saturday, October 19, 2019
9 am to noon

Join the dedicated Hofmann Dam River Rats in their semi-annual litter cleanup along the banks of the Des Plaines River. Enjoy the outdoors and learn about the river while helping your local natural areas.

*Disposable gloves, bags, refreshments and training will be provided
*Dress for the weather and to work along the river. Wear sturdy shoes/boots, long sleeves and long pants that can get dirty, and work gloves. Dressing in layers and wearing a hat is recommended.
*Overflow parking is available at Stella’s (3903 Joliet Ave, Lyons)

Meet at the forest preserve area east of the Lyons side of the Barrypoint Bridge and the Hofmann Tower.

Work will include removing trash from the DesPlaines River and the river bank.
The Hofmann River Rats is a registered not-for-profit organization, service hours will be given.

Let us know if you can be there!
Scout Sign-Up
Adult Sign-Up

REMEMBER YOUR CUB SCOUT ROOTS!

Pack 24 would like a few Scouts from our Troop to conduct a flag-retirement ceremony at their weekend gathering at the Scout Cabin. This is a great opportunity to participate in what is a solemn and important ceremony and to meet some of the Cub Scouts who may be joining us in the years to come.

AND, it fulfills Second Class Requirement 8a.

The ceremony would take place this Saturday [the 5th] at the Scout Cabin at around 6:00.

Click here to sign up.