Troop 398 News - May 7

THIS SATURDAY!!
We plan to meet at the Eagle's Nest to do some house cleaning and possibly start loading the trailer for summer Camp. We could use 4 to 5 older scouts or adults to help out.  We will meet at the Eagle's Nest at 9:00 AM on Saturday.
 
The following is a flyer for a separate event this Saturday.  We will not participate officially as a troop, but this is a very worthwhile service project and they need a lot of help.

The Trail of Tears Activities & Civic Service Committee Presents Conservation Day, Saturday May 9, 2009 1300 Hours (1:00 PM)Till …
All participants (youth and adults) must submit a properly signed form.
All Troops that can assist rally at the Stones River National Battlefield at the visitor center.  Our job BUILD A NEW TRAIL !   That's right, I said a new course/trail for the Battlefield. Due to the tornado a large section of the existing trail is now been deemed closed. Each scout and adult has the chance to do something that will have a deep impact for scouts, visitors, and "notch out" a piece of history in the process. This will be hot dirty work. Bring your gloves, tools and lots of water!

PLANNING MEETING
Next Monday's meeting will be a planning meeting. Troop leadership will attend a PLC at 7:00 PM.  There will also be a Troop Committee Meeting and a Asst SM Roundtable. If you are not involved in one of these activities – enjoy a night off!

SUMMER CAMP PHYSICAL EXAMS
Anyone who needs a physical must have the new BSA Health Form with Section A completed and signed by a parent. Dr. Galloway will be at the troop meeting on May 18th to give Summer Camp Physicals.
 
SUMMER CAMP SWIM TESTS
BSA Swim tests will be given at SportsCom by Mr. Doliana from 7:00 to 8:00 PM on the following Thursdays: April 30, May 7, May 14, and May 28.  There will be no testing on May 21st. Pool admission is $2.00 for youths and $3.00 for adults.  All registered members of the troop must attempt the Swim Test. Please sign up for the night you plan to attend.
 
TIME IS RUNNING OUT IF YOU WANT TO ENROLL IN THIS SCHOOL!!!!
Seventh Annual Youth Whitewater Paddling School  ----  Middle Tennessee Council, BSA is hosting its Seventh Annual, "Youth Whitewater Paddling School."
When: August 1st and 2nd, 2009  (check-in July 31st at Gee Creek Campground)  
Where: Gee Creek Campground in Delano, TN and the Hiwassee River in Reliance, TN
Cost:
School Cost per Scout**:   $50 ** $50 fee includes camping, food, equiment, & school fees.
Application/Payment Deadline
Payment must be made at time of application. Deadline for all paperwork and fees - JULY 01, 2009

Do you have Question? Contact us by email:whitewaterschool@yahoo.com