This Week in Troop 508

 

News

 

A Scout is Reverent…

Religious Emblems Programs: Bring your bible

The God and Country program with Senior High began this past meeting
The junior high program will begin next week. Currently, there are 7 signed up for this class.
Contact: Mr. Fletcher 

 

 

Caving Campout – 7/20-22 Cost $45 Camping on the Colorado River and a day trip to Longhorn Cavern State Park

Depart from Woodhaven Friday 6pm (Please arrive by 5:30 so we can depart by 6:00)

Arrive back to Woodhaven Sunday about 6pm

Contacts:  Mr. Chapman , Mr. Bolton 214-444-8503

 

 

Luke’s Eagle Project (Build Day) – Saturday 7/28  9:00am – noon

@ Camp Wisdom Daffron Pavilion, the pavilion by the parking lot

Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, work gloves

Lunch will be provided; Earn conservation service hours

 

Luke’s Eagle Project (Deploy Day) – Saturday 8/4 9:00am – 1:00pm spread across both parks

Towne Lake and Northwest Park in Irving – we will start at one park and end at the other (the order will be decided as it gets closer to the date)

800 Esters Rd, Irving 75061; 2800 Cheyenne St, Irving 75062

Scouts will need transportation to second park

Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, clothes/shoes that can get wet

Lunch will be provided; Earn conservation service hours

Contact: Luke 469-844-5425

 

 

 

Upcoming Events  

7/20-22            Caving Campout @ Colorado River and Longhorn Cavern State Park

7/24                 Troop Meeting

7/28                 Luke’s Eagle Project (Build Day) – 9am-noon @ Camp Wisdom

7/28                 Tyson’s Eagle Ceremony 5pm @ Woodhaven

7/31                 Troop Meeting

8/4                   Luke’s Eagle Project (Deploy Day) – 9am-1pm @ Towne Lake & Northwest Park

8/7                   PLC / Troop Meeting

 

 

 

 

Merit Badge Opportunities

*Registration is required* for these workshops.  Most require pre-work

 

Cavanaugh Flight Museum: $5 per scout; to register call 972-380-8800; 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison 75001

(2^nd Saturday of each month) Aviation

Limited to first 10 scouts age 12 or over; bring sack lunch & water, MB book, MB worksheet, Blue card

 

LLELA Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area: Registration is required by 11am the Friday before the class; go to their website for more information on registering

(November 12) – Nature

 

 

Medieval Times:  $31.95 per person for exclusive scout show and MB workshop; to register

(Sept. 22) Animal Science

 

 

Adventure Scuba and Snorkeling Center in Plano: check out their regularly scheduled courses

Oceanography, Scuba Diving, First Aid, Swimming, Lifesaving

 

 

 

 

Advancement Report

Ian G – Star Rank, Boardsailing, Chess MB, Electronics MB, Small Boat Sailing MB

Ethan B – American Heritage MB

Zachary B – Fireman Chit, Toten Chip

Colton N – Northern Tier Duty to God

Brian N – Northern Tier Duty to God

Adam N – Northern Tier Duty to God

Noah K – BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding, Snorkeling, Kayaking

Luke B – BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding, Snorkeling, Kayaking

Dylan R – BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding, Snorkeling, Kayaking

Trevor N – BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding, Snorkeling, Kayaking

John W – BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding, Snorkeling, Kayaking

Carson M – BSA Stand Up Paddleboarding, Snorkeling, Kayaking

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Alaska Prep Hike – July 14 8:00AM at Cedar Ridge Preserve 7171 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75249. (time correction from last week’s newsletter)

This is a 3 mile hike over challenging terrain.  This is scheduled early in the morning before it gets too hot.  Donations are recommended

Contact: Mr. Bolton 214-444-8503

 

 

A Scout is Reverent…

Religious Emblems Programs – God and Church grade 6-8  / God and Life grade 9-12

Classes will begin during the summer months

Contact: Mr. Fletcher

 

 

Caving Campout – 7/20-22 Camping on the San Marcos River, a day trip to Natural Bridge Caverns, and Natural Bridge Ropes Course

Depart from Woodhaven Friday 6pm (Please arrive by 5:30 so we can depart by 6:00)

Arrive back to Woodhaven Sunday about 6pm

Contact:  Mr. Chapman

 

 

A Scout is Courteous…  Keep up the good work scouts!  The church is appreciative!  Please bring a water bottle to meetings.  Woodhaven has asked us not to use their cups.  We need to be respectful of the church as a whole, this includes the kitchen area and the ice maker.

 

 

 

Upcoming Events  

7/14                 Troop conducting Hike for Cub Scouts @8:00AM (Alaska Prep)

7/20-22            Caving Campout @ Natural Bridge Caverns.

7/24                 Troop Meeting

7/28                 Luke’s Eagle Project (Build Day) – 9am-noon @ Camp Wisdom

7/28                 Tyson’s Eagle Ceremony 5pm @ Woodhaven

7/31                 Troop Meeting

8/4                   Luke’s Eagle Project (Deploy Day) – 9am-1pm @ Towne Lake & Northwest Park

8/7                   PLC / Troop Meeting

 

 

 

Merit Badge Opportunities

*Registration is required* for these workshops.  Most require pre-work

 

Cavanaugh Flight Museum: $5 per scout; to register call 972-380-8800; 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison 75001

(2^nd Saturday of each month) Aviation

Limited to first 10 scouts age 12 or over; bring sack lunch & water, MB book, MB worksheet, Blue card

 

LLELA Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area: Registration is required by 11am the Friday before the class; go to their website for more information on registering

(November 12) – Nature

 

 

Medieval Times:  $31.95 per person for exclusive scout show and MB workshop; to register

(Sept. 22) Animal Science

 

Great American Trucking Show: Free and lunch is provided, space is limited; to register

(Aug 25) Traffic Safety, Truck Transportation

 

 

Adventure Scuba and Snorkeling Center in Plano: check out their regularly scheduled courses

Oceanography, Scuba Diving, First Aid, Swimming, Lifesaving

 

This Week in Troop 508

 

News

A Scout is Reverent…

Religious Emblems Programs – God and Church grade 6-8  / God and Life grade 9-12

Classes will begin during the summer months

Contact: Mr. Fletcher

 

Caving Campout – 7/20-22 Camping on the San Marcos River, a day trip to Natural Bridge Caverns, and Natural Bridge Ropes Course

Depart from Woodhaven Friday 6pm (Please arrive by 5:30 so we can depart by 6:00)

Arrive back to Woodhaven Sunday about 6pm

Contact:  Mr. Chapman

 

 

A Scout is Courteous…  Keep up the good work scouts!  The church is appreciative!  Please bring a water bottle to meetings.  Woodhaven has asked us not to use their cups.  We need to be respectful of the church as a whole, this includes the kitchen area and the ice maker.

 

 

 

Upcoming Events  

7/6                   Sea Base Trek

7/10                 Troop Meeting

7/14                 Troop conducting Hike for Cub Scouts @8:30 PM (ALASKA PREP)

7/20-22            Caving Campout @ Natural Bridge Caverns.

7/24                 Troop Meeting

7/28                 Luke’s Eagle Project (Build Day) – 9am-noon @ Camp Wisdom

7/28                 Tyson’s Eagle Ceremony 5pm @ Woodhaven

7/31                 Troop Meeting

8/4                   Luke’s Eagle Project (Deploy Day) – 9am-1pm @ Towne Lake & Northwest Park

8/7                   PLC / Troop Meeting

 

 

Merit Badge Opportunities

*Registration is required* for these workshops.  Most require pre-work

 

Cavanaugh Flight Museum: $5 per scout; to register call 972-380-8800; 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison 75001

(2^nd Saturday of each month) Aviation

Limited to first 10 scouts age 12 or over; bring sack lunch & water, MB book, MB worksheet, Blue card

 

LLELA Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area: Registration is required by 11am the Friday before the class; go to their website for more information on registering

(November 12) – Nature

 

 

Medieval Times:  $31.95 per person for exclusive scout show and MB workshop; to register

(Sept. 22) Animal Science

 

Great American Trucking Show: Free and lunch is provided, space is limited; to register

(Aug 25) Traffic Safety, Truck Transportation

 

 

Adventure Scuba and Snorkeling Center in Plano: check out their regularly scheduled courses

Oceanography, Scuba Diving, First Aid, Swimming, Lifesaving

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Scouts are needed to hand out flags at an Honor America event at FUMC Irving – this Sunday 7/1 6:00PM – 6:30PM @ 211 W 3^rd St Irving 75060

All are welcome to stay for the program after but it is not required

Wear full field uniform (class A) including neckerchiefs and merit badge sashes

Contact: Mr. Buchanan

 

A Scout is Reverent…

Religious Emblems Programs – God and Church grade 6-8  / God and Life grade 9-12

Classes will begin during the summer months

Contact: Mr. Fletcher

 

Caving Campout – 7/20-22 Camping on the San Marcos River, a day trip to Natural Bridge Caverns, and Natural Bridge Ropes Course

Depart from Woodhaven Friday 6pm (Please arrive by 5:30 so we can depart by 6:00)

Arrive back to Woodhaven Sunday about 6pm

Contact:  Mr. Bolton 214-444-8503

 

A Scout is Courteous…  Keep up the good work scouts!  The church is appreciative!  Please bring a water bottle to meetings.  Woodhaven has asked us not to use their cups.  We need to be respectful of the church as a whole, this includes the kitchen area and the ice maker.

Upcoming Events  

7/3                   PLC / Troop Meeting

7/6                   Sea Base Trek

7/14                 Troop conducting Hike for Cub Scouts @8:30 PM (ALASKA PREP)

7/20-22            Caving Campout @ Natural Bridge Caverns.

7/24                 Troop Meeting

7/28                 Luke’s Eagle Project (Build Day) – 9am-noon @ Camp Wisdom

7/28                 Tyson’s Eagle Ceremony 5pm @ Woodhaven

7/31                 Troop Meeting

8/4                   Luke’s Eagle Project (Deploy Day) – 9am-1pm @ Towne Lake & Northwest Park

8/7                   PLC / Troop Meeting

Advancement Report

Adam N – Weather, Oceanography, Horsemanship, Metalwork

Brian N – Weather, Oceanography, Horsemanship, Metalwork

Colton N – Pulp & Paper, Metalwork, Signs, Signals, & Codes

Aidan R – Environmental Science, Swimming

Aiden B – Soil & Water Conservation, Geology, Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award

Benjamin R – Animation, Game Design

Colby C – Basketry, Chess, Kayaking, Leatherwork, Swimming, Totin’ Chip, Firem’n Chit

Colton R – Sculpture, Metalwork, Art

Ethan B – Art, Kayaking

Ian G – Chemistry, Shotgun, Cyber Chip

Jacob K – Electronics, Citizenship in the Nation

Isaac R – Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Environmental Science, Metalwork

Joseph H – Environmental Science, Fishing

Matthew C – Geology, Animal Science, Shotgun, Soil & Water Conservation, Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award

Micah N – Swimming, Archery

Pierce W – Oceanography, Public Speaking, Metalwork, Weather

Billy S – Weather, Oceanography, Mammal Study, Archery, Animal Science

Zachary B – Basketry, Fingerprinting, Chess, Leatherwork

Merit Badge Opportunities

*Registration is required* for these workshops.  Most require pre-work

 

Cavanaugh Flight Museum: $5 per scout; to register call 972-380-8800; 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison 75001

(2^nd Saturday of each month) Aviation

Limited to first 10 scouts age 12 or over; bring sack lunch & water, MB book, MB worksheet, Blue card

 

LLELA Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area: Registration is required by 11am the Friday before the class; go to their website for more information on registering

(November 12) – Nature

 

Medieval Times:  $31.95 per person for exclusive scout show and MB workshop; to register

(Sept. 22) Animal Science

 

Great American Trucking Show: Free and lunch is provided, space is limited; to register

(Aug 25) Traffic Safety, Truck Transportation

 

Adventure Scuba and Snorkeling Center in Plano: check out their regularly scheduled courses

Oceanography, Scuba Diving, First Aid, Swimming, Lifesaving

This Week in Troop 508

 

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Fundraiser for Luke’s Eagle Scout Project – this Sunday 6/24 7:30am-10:30am @ First United Methodist Church 211 W 3^rd St Irving 75060

Luke is having a pancake breakfast fundraiser to fund his upcoming Eagle Project

He is asking for a few scouts to come out and help cook and serve.  Wear field uniform(class A)

Earn service hours.  Contact Luke with any questions 214-289-2582

 

 

A Scout is Reverent…

Religious Emblems Programs – God and Church grade 6-8  / God and Life grade 9-12

Classes will begin during the summer months

Contact: Mr. Fletcher

 

 

Caving Campout – 7/20-22 Camping on the San Marcos River, a day trip to Natural Bridge Caverns, and Natural Bridge Ropes Course

Depart from Woodhaven Friday 6pm (Please arrive by 5:30 so we can depart by 6:00)

Arrive back to Woodhaven Sunday about 6pm

Contact:  Mr. Bolton 214-444-8503

 

 

A Scout is Courteous…  Keep up the good work scouts!  The church is appreciative!  Please bring a water bottle to meetings.  Woodhaven has asked us not to use their cups.  We need to be respectful of the church as a whole, this includes the kitchen area and the ice maker.

 

 

Upcoming Events  

6/24                 Fundraiser for Luke’s upcoming Eagle Project 7:30-10:30am @FUMC Irving

6/24                 Troop conducting Hike for Cub Scouts @2:00 PM  (ALASKA PREP)

6/24                 Troop Committee Meeting 7pm @ Woodhaven

6/26                 Troop Meeting

7/3                   PLC / Troop Meeting

7/6                   Sea Base Trek

7/14                 Troop conducting Hike for Cub Scouts @8:30 PM (ALASKA PREP)

7/20-22            Caving Campout @ Natural Bridge Caverns.

7/24                 Troop Meeting

7/28                 Tyson’s Eagle Ceremony 5pm @ Woodhaven

7/31                 Troop Meeting

 

 

 

Advancement Report

Tyson B – Eagle Scout Rank

Noah K – Life Scout Rank, Communication MB

Isaac R – Life Scout Rank, Totin’ Chip

Colton R – Star Scout Rank

Micah N – First Class Rank

Colby C – First Class Rank, Environmental Science MB

Kyle C – Art MB, Music MB

Aidan R – Citizenship in the Community MB

Carson M – Weather MB

Christopher R – Citizenship in the Community MB

Matthew C – Emergency Preparedness MB

 

 

 

Merit Badge Opportunities

*Registration is required* for these workshops.  Most require pre-work

 

Cavanaugh Flight Museum: $5 per scout; to register call 972-380-8800; 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison 75001

(2^nd Saturday of each month) Aviation

Limited to first 10 scouts age 12 or over; bring sack lunch & water, MB book, MB worksheet, Blue card

 

LLELA Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area: Registration is required by 11am the Friday before the class; go to their website for more information on registering

(November 12) – Nature

 

 

Medieval Times:  $31.95 per person for exclusive scout show and MB workshop; to register

(Sept. 22) Animal Science

 

Great American Trucking Show: Free and lunch is provided, space is limited; to register

(Aug 25) Traffic Safety, Truck Transportation

 

 

Adventure Scuba and Snorkeling Center in Plano: check out their regularly scheduled courses

Oceanography, Scuba Diving, First Aid, Swimming, Lifesaving