Brazos Valley District
December 2018 Newsletter
Round Table Holiday Pot Luck
Thursday, December 6th, 7:00 pm @ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building (corner of B. B. Fielder and Bethel Roads in Weatherford).
Bring your Scouting friends and leaders! Turn-in your Charter and enjoy some good food and friendship.
Bring your favorite Holiday Goodies and share them with the rest of the District!
Hope to see you there!
From the District Chair
Finally, with the holidays upon us, i wanted to share an oft quoted Scoutmaster minute that tries to answer an age-old question regarding Santa Claus.
Was Santa Claus a Scout?
One just needs to examine how he stacks up against the scout law;
Trustworthy - You certainly can trust that Santa will show up every year.
Loyal - He's very dedicated to his craft and his mission. Imagine the disappointment if he wasn't loyal to his work.
Helpful - saves many a dad from last minute shopping. Dads are notorious for leaving things to the last minute, just ask a mom.
Friendly - how many adults would let a zillion kids sit on their lap and listen to what they want? And smile while doing it?
Courteous - always says thanks for the 62 billion calories he gets in milk and cookies each year.
Kind - delivering gifts to children is a great act of kindness. Except for the drum sets. That's not too kind, at least to the parents.
Obedient - I emailed Mrs. Claus on this one. No reply, but seeing he's been married for all those years, I'm going to bet he does what she tells him.
Cheerful - Ho ho ho. Need I say more?
Thrifty - makes his own toys. Saves a bundle on shipping alone.
Brave - would you get in a magic sleigh pulled by reindeer and fly? Me neither.
Clean - not sure how he does it, but that red suit looks great even after the millionth chimney has been gone down
Reverent - does his thing on a very special night for one religion; represents the spirit of the day
This time of year no matter what holiday you celebrate, remember that doing your best and living the Scout Oath and Law are what make each of you special. Thank you for all you do for Scouting.
Blessings to each and everyone of you.
Jack
Scouting Safety Moment
From the District Commisioner
Bill Farmer
New Member Coordinator Position for All Units
Covia Service Project for Troops
As way to show gratitude and to help make improvements to the Covia property, they are offering a service opportunity to any troop. They need picnic tables built for their outdoor learning areas. Building materials and construction plan are provided.
Troops need to bring:
Skill saw
square/speed square
pencils
tape measure
drill driver
Signed waiver is required
All projects must be compete before April 7, 2019
Get Registered Soon for Woodbadge
2019 COURSES
Jeff Palmer – 2019 Spring Course Director
S2-662-19-1 at Worth Ranch, Two Weekends.
3-day Weekend #1: Mar. 22-24, Fri. 7:30 a.m. to Sun. 5PM
2-day Weekend #2: Apr. 6-7, Sat. 7:30 a.m. to Sun. 5PM
John Hughes – 2019 Summer Course Director
S2-662-19-2 at Lakeview Lodge, SR2
Five Day Course: Tue. 7:30 a.m. to Sat. 5PM, June 18-22
Wayne Morton – 2019 Fall Course Director
S2-662-19-3 at Sid Richardson Camp 10, Two Weekends.
3-day Weekend #1: Oct. 4-6, Fri. 7:30 a.m. to Sun. 5PM
2-day Weekend #2: Oct. 26-27, Sat. 7:30a.m. to Sun. 5PM
From the Camping Chair
Applications and interviews for summer camp staff are now happening.
If your troop is going to one of Longhorn councils summer camps , online registration is active now.
Don't forget about the Chisholm Trail High Adventure Open House , every Friday during the weeks of summer camp. 2 Adults and 2 youths are encouraged to come out and experience our high adventure program.
As a side note I hope to have flyers ready for the district Pinewood derby race @ Classic Chevrolet for round table
Bruce Lustenhouwer
elitecabinets1@gmail.com
Troop 176 Starts a Girl Troop in Weatherford
God andChurch Religious Award Recipient - David Smith - Troop 2001
David Smith was awarded the God and Church Religious Award at Christ the Redeemer Church on Sunday, November 18th.
While the Eagle Scout award is only earned by 6% of all Scouts, the religious awards are earned by about 4%. David is the first to have finished and be awarded the God & Church award from the thirty five boys I have worked with in the past seven years.
NYLT - Twin Arrows Youth Leadership Training for ages 14-18
TA-212 Course – 6 Day Course, Wed.-Mon. Fee $175, $225 for out of council Scouts.
December 26-31, 2018. Scoutmaster: Mr. George Covert, TA212@twinarrowslhc.org
Location: Camp Tahuaya
TA-213 Course – 6 Day Course, Sun-Fri. Fee $175, $225 for out of council Scouts.
March 10-15, 2019. Scoutmaster: Mr. Robert Downey, TA213@twinarrowslhc.org
Location: Sid Richardson Scout Ranch
TA-214 Course – 6 Day Course, Mon-Sat. Fee $175, $225 for out of council Scouts.
July 15-20, 2019. Scoutmaster: TBD, TA214@twinarrowslhc.org
Location: Sid Richardson Scout Ranch
TA-215 Course – 6 Day Course, Thur.-Tues. Fee $175, $225 for out of council Scouts.
December 26-31, 2019. Scoutmaster: TBD, TA216@twinarrowslhc.org
Location: Camp Tahuaya
From the Training Chair
There will be training available on 8 December at Arborlawn UMC SAM bldg. from 08:00-12:00N for CM/ACM, DL and PC. (FREE)
There will also be SM/ASM and Troop Committee classes. (FREE)
Training Leaders for this event are Crystal South (817-994-3590 cell) Boy Scout TC and Dan Holland, Cub Scout TC for Trinity Trails District (214-566-0543 cell#) Registration is available on the Trinity Trails website http://www.jdwdsites.net/trinitytrails/ and registration on eventbrite.com linked through this TT website .
YIS/V,
John Karnes
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