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This Week

Announcements for February 9

Regular Troop Meeting, Monday, February 9, 7:30 PM

  • Regular meeting for all Scouts. Winter meetings are in Class A uniforms.
  • This week we will be working hard in Patrol Corners to finish our menu’s, skits/songs for the campfire, and nailing down the themes for our movies. Extra time will be made for these preparations before we break for merit badge classes.
  • The cost of the Moviemaking trip is $45 and is due at tonight’s meeting.
  • The First Year Program and Merit Badge classes continue tonight. Details on the program can be found here: Winter 2026 Advancement.
  • Summer camp deposit of $50 past due. We’ll be heading to Resica Falls Scout Reservation this summer for our week at camp. To hold the early bird price of $625, a $50 deposit is due now. The theme this year is “Curse of the Mystic Waters”. It promises to be a great week!
  • The $100 deposit for our Washington, D.C. trip in March is due NOW! See details on the trip below.
  • This week’s service patrol:  Pine Tree

No Regular Troop Meeting, Monday, February 16

  • February 16 is President’s Day. There will be no regular meeting.

February Cabin Camping – Moviemaking – February 20–22

  • One of our troops favorite activities, Moviemaking, is happening on our February trip to Camp Horseshoe (Maryland).
  • Patrols will compete by writing, filming, and producing their own short movies—always one of the most fun trips of the year.
  • The cost is $45, and payment is due February 9.

Junior Leadership Kickoff Presentation on February 23

  • At our next regular meeting on February 23, the process to select and sign up for Junior Leadership roles will begin! This will start with a presentation to explain the process. All Scouts who have reached the rank of First Class will need a leadership role to earn their next rank. Now is a good time to start thinking about what type of role you want to apply for. More to come in this!

Order of the Arrow Elections – March 9

  • OA elections will be held at our March 9 troop meeting.
  • In order to hold the election, we need a quorum of our troop membership. All Scouts should do their best to attend, learn more about the Order of the Arrow, and participate in voting for candidates from our troop.

March Bus Trip – Washington, D.C. – March 21-22 – Additionally, we are actively planning our March bus trip to Washington, D.C. This trip promises a perfect mix of history, fun and fellowship with your fellow Scouts. The cost of the trip is $250. A $100 non-refundable deposit is due now to secure your spot. Final payment is due March 9.

  • We are still accepting payments. Unlike most of our regular monthly trips, this is a trip that requires many elements to be booked well in advance. Don’t miss out! Get your deposits in ASAP!
  • The weekend includes touring major landmarks, visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, hotel stay with dinner and swimming, and a Sunday visit to Mount Vernon.

National Jamboree – July 22-31, 2026 – Council filled our allotted Jamboree troops and added additional troops from the waitlist. It is not too late to register since people drop out and their spots become available. (https://scoutingphilly.org/adventures/activities/jamboree) 

Sea Base – Summer 2027 – It’s not too soon to be thinking about our high adventure trip for 2027. If you are interested, reserve your spot now with a $100 deposit. We need to reserve the Sea Base adventures in early January. We will decide between St. Thomas, the Bahamas, and the Florida Sea Base before January.

Reminders

Troop Newsletter – The Winter 2026 version of The Eagle has been sent out via email. Check your inbox! It’s also available here.

Merit Badge Office Hours – In an effort to help Scouts complete any unfinished merit badges, we offer “Office Hours” by appointment on Monday nights from 7:00-7:30. If you/your Scout has a questions about a merit badge or wants to have work evaluated, please fill out the form and we will schedule time with a counselor or instructor. Click here to signup.

Wawa Coupons – Troop 542 raises money for the troop by selling Wawa coupons redeemable for their 6″ Shorti Hoagie. The coupons are $5 which is less than the value of the hoagie and a portion of the $5 goes to the troop to support its activities. This is a great deal! If interested in purchasing, please see Stephanie Dobbins.