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S.M.S for 10-1-23

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 1 2023 - 8:51pm

Good evening, everyone!

 
Only 30 days till the most wonderful time of the year. Did you get your candy yet, I know I did!
 
Patrol leaders meeting and Committee meeting Monday night. Let's see what's new.
 
Recharter
Who is in and who is out this season. We need to know if you will be with us again this season. Please let Nicole and I know if you do NOT intend on sticking around for the 2023-2024 season. Again, if you will NOT be with us again this upcoming season let us know. 
 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
It's that time of year again and everything is flying off the shelves. We have popcorn. We have wreaths. We have people needing both, or some. We have skilled people needing to sell them for the troop. All the details are out and will be present at Monday's meeting! 
 
This Monday Night:
 
Oct P.L.C meeting
10 - 2 - 23, 6 - 7:00p
Baker Church
We will be holding a Patrol Leader Council this Monday at Baker Church.
 
Topics of the P.L.C will include but not limited to
* Past / Upcoming events and badges
* Leadership
* Patrol updates
* How to advance scouts in a digital world. 
 
Oct committee meeting
10 - 2 - 23, 7 - 8:30p
Baker Church
The next committee meeting will be at Baker Church immediately following the p.l.c.  If you are a committee member or are a parent interested in troop business, please attend. We are searching for new members that can help staff a few areas of need for the troop.  The four areas that we are looking to staff are Fundraising, Activities, Service and Recruitment.  All four areas are vital to the troop.  Meetings of these four departments need not always meet on a Monday night and can bounce ideas via mail or phone.
 
Do we build something for Scarecrow Fest? 
For the 2023 Scarecrow fest we have a slot. Do we keep it? Do we build anything? 
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates. 
Monday meeting Oct 2nd, P.L.C / Committee meeting
 
October 9th: Dinner with the vets: OCTOBER FEST FOOD! (no beer)
 
Merit Badge Monday Oct 9th?
This Monday is Columbous Day and usually we don't do meetings this Monday. We can skip this Monday, or we can work on the Citizenship badge. 
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

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S.M.S for 10-15-23

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 15 2023 - 2:33pm
Good evening everyone
 
If your week has been down and glum this may perk you up old chum. Turn that frown upside down and let's see what's new this week. 
 
Recharter
Who is in and who is out this season. We need to know if you will be with us again this season. Please let Nicole and I know if you do NOT intend on sticking around for the 2023-2024 season. Again, if you will NOT be with us again this upcoming season let us know. 
 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
If you are reading this and have not sold at least one wreath or one thing of popcorn now is the time to get up and get selling. 
We have popcorn. We have wreaths. We have people needing both. Take an order and send it in one at a time if you need to. We will be collecting all orders by the end of the month! If you need to see what we have here is our website! ALL LINKS AND BUTTONS ARE WORKING.
 
 
This Monday Night: 
 
Troop Meeting
St. Marks church, 101 s 6th ave
Oct 15th, 7:00 - 8:15p
The main goal for tonight will be to go over the plans for next weekend's camp-out. This will be the shooting campout out in Indiana. We have not done one of these in some time and I'm hopeful that this will be a very productive weekend.
 
The continuation of citizenship in society has been postponed to next week as Mr.Beckstrom is out of town for the day.
 
October Camp-out 10-20 to 10-22:
Gunfight at the troop one corral

We will be staying at Tippecanoe River State Park (4200 N US Hwy 35, Winamac, IN 46996). We will be shooting at the Jasper-pulaski shooting range (4106 E 850 N, Wheatfield, IN 46392). We will be leaving from the Veterans center at 5:00(ish) and arriving around 8p (ish). Waking up around 7a and having a nice breakfast for the morning. At around 10a we will head to the range. We will be spending the day working on the Rifle merit badge and teaching the scouts proper gun safety and handling. The lunch will be cooked at the range (BBQ). Dinner will be back at the camp.

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S.M.S for 10-16-22

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 16 2022 - 8:45pm

Good evening everyone

We have a lot to do this coming week and a lot to talk about.  I want to start off by letting everyone know that in this year's Scarecrow Fest our troop placed 3rd.  Our entry in the MEGA! category was a depiction of the flag raising on Iwo Jima.  The video can be seen on our facebook page.  Thank you to all that helped design it, set it up and take it down.  Next year we will take 1st so start planning now!  

Monday evening is not only our planning meeting for the Blackwell FP camp-out it is also the dinner with the vets service night.  Please go over to the website and sign up for both.  Everyone needs a service hour and a nice weekend camp-out wouldn't be too bad at this point either.
 
But first let's talk about...

Troop One Recharter
That time of year has come again when we have to put together our recharder for the next season.  As of right now I am hoping that all of our members will be rejoining us for the 2023 season.  Please contact Nicole and let her know your intention for 23.  If you have not told us you will be leaving and we re-register you YOU WILL BE ON THE HOOK FOR PAYMENT.   
We have a few changes coming in the '23 season and we need your help to implement them.  We are much stronger with you than without you.

We all know that these are not the best of times and if any of our members need help with the cost of recharder please, reach out to us and let us know.

Monday Dinner with the Veterans
Oct 17th 6p - 7p, Veterans Center
311 n 2nd street
The veterans center is hosting their monthly dinner with the veterans meal. We have been invited to help serve and afterwards join in a meal with the vets. Ever since St. Marks Church ended their community supper evening we have been looking for something to take the spot it once held. This is the perfect way to earn a service hour and get to know the veterans a bit better. Immediately following the dinner we will move into our meeting.

Class A for this one, you don't have to wear the badge sash.

Monday meeting - Camp-out prep
Oct 17th, 7:10 - 8:15p, St.Mark's Church
Because of Dinner with the Veterans we will have an abbreviated camp-out planning meeting. It will start directly following the service project at about 7:10.

Troop Fundraising Opportunity
Popcorn, Wreaths and Jerky sticks are all on sale.  Please try and sell as much Popcorn and Wreaths as you can.  They are the way we fund the troop for a good portion of the year.

Community Sales:
Sunday mornings at Baker Church "Baker Hall" and afternoon at Trunk-or-Treat
**Wreath Sales ONLY divided between those who participate**
Popcorn & Meat Stick sales encouraged (profits-individual)
Coffee/Juice provided in the mornings

Helpers needed:
10/23 - 10am-10:45am
10/23 - 2:30pm-5pm (Trunk-or-Treat)
10/30 - 10am-10:45am
11/19 - 8am(ish)(*ALL Scouts Required/no sales divided*)
(Wreath Truck delivery time notification-11/18 late evening)
11/20 - 10am-10:45am (church delivery)
w/potentially more dates to come

Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/cyber-chip/grades-9-1...

Upcoming events
Blackwell Forest Preserve
Oct 21st - 23rd
Weekend camp-out at Blackwell, The Archery and orienteering merit badge will be held this weekend.

Batavia VFW fire vigil camp-out
Join Troop One, Six, Twelve and Forty Three at our VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
 
Every November we come together to honor our veterans with a Forty Eight hour camp fire.and flag retirement ceremony.
It will be held on the field behind the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday 11/4 and not be allowed to die out until Sunday 11/6  at 6am.  If any cub scouts wish to join us during the day Lunch and Dinner will be provided by the troops.

And so very much more to come down the line.

Recruiting New Members
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover, or someone wishing to join you as a transferr from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
News Around Town and Things To Do -
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
https://caseyssafehaven.org
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.

Baker Church - Trunk-or-Treet, Oct 23rd 3p - 4:30p
It's like Trick-or-Treat but out of the trunk of a car. It's a spook-tacular event!

Holiday Homecoming
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.

In closing

Our Troop One email is exploremore1913@bsatroop.one

Remember to take a look at our website. (https://stcharles1.mytroop.us/front_page)

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Look us up on Twitter @BSATroopOne.  

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Check there every now and then for updates.  As always if you have any questions let us know.

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S.M.S for 10-2-22

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 2 2022 - 10:18pm
Good evening everyone
 
 
It's October and you all know what that means, less than 90 days before Christmas!  Have you finished your shopping list yet?  If you like I don't care about that kind of thing just yet we are in the same boat.  We have a lot on the horizon and it is really good if I do say so. 
 
Firstly we need to talk about recharter 
 
Troop One Recharter 
That time of year has come again when we have to put together our recharder for the next season.  As of right now I am hoping that all of our members will be rejoining us for the 2023 season.  We hope to have this paperwork in by mid October.  Please let us know if you do not intend on rechartering with us so we don't re-register you.  We have a few changes coming in the '23 season and we need your help to implement them.  We are much stronger with you than without you.
 
We all know that these are not the best of times and if any of our members need help with the cost of recharder please, reach out to us and let us know.
 
Monday Meeting - Scarecrow fest prep and knots practice 
Oct 3rd 6:50p - 8:15, St.Marks
This Monday we will be working on two things. 
The first will be the design for Scarecrow Fest. The boys have chosen to recreate the flag raising of Iwo Jima.   What material do we need to make our display?  Who has some extra stuff that they can loan out?  We will put all that together this week.
Our second objective for the week is to do some knots practice.  Can you tie some of the most common and least common knots and give their usage?  We will find out on Monday night.
 
 
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
 
Popcorn, Wreaths and Jerky sticks are all on sale.  You should all have the paperwork by now, if not please let us know and we can get you what you need. More jerky is on the way!
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events
Scarecrow Fest
Oct 7th - 9th
We are submitted for the 'Mega' category. It is VERY IMPORTANT to start communication for ideas, supply collection...etc..
 
Let's make something fun together.
 
Blackwell Forest Preserve
Oct 21st - 23rd
Weekend camp-out at Blackwell, The Archery and orienteering merit badge will be held this weekend.
 
Batavia VFW fire vigil camp-out
Join Troop One, Six, Twelve and Forty Three at our VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
 
Every November we come together to honor our veterans with a Forty Eight hour camp fire.and flag retirement ceremony.
It will be held on the field behind the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday 11/4 and not be allowed to die out until Sunday 11/6  at 6am.  If any cub scouts wish to join us during the day Lunch and Dinner will be provided by the troops.
 
 
And so very much more to come down the line.
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover, or someone wishing to join you as a transferr from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
News Around Town and Things To Do -
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Baker Church - Trunk-or-Treet, Oct 23rd 3p - 4:30p
It's like Trick-or-Treat but out of the trunk of a car. It's a spook-tacular event!
 
Holiday Homecoming
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
 

In closing

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S.M.S for 10-22-23

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 22 2023 - 2:32pm
Good evening everyone
 
Yesterday was our range day and boy was it a blast. I think we all really scored on this idea. Everyone commented on how the fine weather was hitting the mark in mid October. It was a good day.
 
What do we have for this week?..... 
 
Recharter
Who is in and who is out this season. We need to know if you will be with us again this season. Please let Nicole and I know if you do NOT intend on sticking around for the 2023-2024 season. Again, if you will NOT be with us again this upcoming season let us know. 
 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
If you are reading this and have not sold at least one wreath or one thing of popcorn now is the time to get up and get selling. 
We have popcorn. We have wreaths. We have people needing both. Take an order and send it in one at a time if you need to. We will be collecting all orders by the end of the month! October 31st is when we need the orders turned in. If you need to see what we have here is our website! ALL LINKS AND BUTTONS ARE WORKING.
 
 
This Monday Night: 
 
Troop Meeting
St. Marks church, 101 s 6th ave
Oct 23rd, 7:00 - 8:15p
We will be doing a review from this past weekend's outing. The good and the bad let's hear it all!
 
After the review we will be working on the Citizenship in the Society badge
 
The troop Zelle
Need to pay the troop for something or get paid for something? We have a Zelle for that. @TRP1TREASURER
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this, Yes This Means You!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates. 
Monday the 23rd:
Troop Meeting: Citizenship in the society badge part 2.
 
Riley Eagle project:
More info coming soon!
 
Sunday the 29th:
Trunk-or-Treat 2023!
Baker church
 
Monday the 30th:
Troop meeting: Citizenship in the society badge part 2.
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

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S.M.S for 10-23-22

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 23 2022 - 7:25pm
Good evening everyone
 
 
Thank you to everyone that came this weekend to the camp-out and this afternoon to the trunk or treat event.  If you want to know how I made such amazing weather for us it was simply my scoutmaster magic.  That and a bit of darn good luck. (ok a lot of luck, but I did roll a 20 sided die and got a critical success)
 
Good stuff coming up so here we go
 
Troop One Recharter 
That time of year has come again when we have to put together our recharder for the next season.  As of right now I am hoping that all of our members will be rejoining us for the 2023 season.  Please contact Nicole and let her know your intention for 23.  If you have not told us you will be leaving and we re-register you YOU WILL BE ON THE HOOK FOR PAYMENT.   
We have a few changes coming in the '23 season and we need your help to implement them.  We are much stronger with you than without you.
 
We all know that these are not the best of times and if any of our members need help with the cost of recharder please, reach out to us and let us know.
 
Monday Meeting - November event prep 
Oct 24th 7p - 8:45, Veterans Center
311 n 2nd street
This Monday the primary objective will be to work on the details for the November camp-out.  Troop one is running the show this year and we need to finish scheduleing the day's events.  At 8p we will be joined by the four other troops to talk about the schedule and what we will be doing.  ALL SENIOR SCOUTS MUST BE AT THIS MEETING.  All other scouts can stay and participate if you want.
 
 
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
THIS IS IT!! This is the final two week push for our wreath and popcorn fundraiser.  Please try and sell as much Popcorn and Wreaths as you can.  They are the way we fund the troop for a good portion of the year.
The jerky keeps going for a while so you can take your time on that one.
 
Community Sales:
Sunday mornings at Baker Church "Baker Hall" 
**Wreath Sales ONLY divided between those who participate**
Popcorn & Meat Stick sales encouraged (profits-individual)
Coffee/Juice provided in the mornings
 
Helpers needed:
10/30 - 10am-10:45am
11/19 - 8am(ish)(*ALL Scouts Required/no sales divided*)
(Wreath Truck delivery time notification-11/18 late evening)
11/20 - 10am-10:45am (church delivery)
w/potentially more dates to come
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events
Batavia VFW fire vigil camp-out
Join Troop One, Six, Twelve, 21 and Forty Three at our VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
 
Every November we come together to honor our veterans with a Forty Eight hour camp fire.and flag retirement ceremony.
It will be held on the field behind the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday 11/4 and not be allowed to die out until Sunday 11/6  at 6am.  If any cub scouts wish to join us during the day Lunch and Dinner will be provided by the troops.
 
TFC Training academy 2022
Between the fantastic instructors who lead Youth Training at Training Academy and the opportunity to work with other Scouting youth in Three Fires Council, this FREE* training for leadership positions within your Troop or Crew is second to none! Come to develop your leadership skills, learn to be a valued mentor to other Scouts with whom you work, and meet new friends, too!
 
Holiday Homecoming
Nov 26th, 5:30p - 8p
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
We may also be suprised by troop one's very own magic elf !
 
 
And so very much more to come down the line.
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
News Around Town
Nothing new for this week 
 

In closing

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S.M.S for 10-29-23

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 29 2023 - 6:25pm
Good evening everyone
 
There has been a lot going on over the past few days and soon we can unpack it all together. Until then let's work on this coming week. 
 
Recharter
Who is in and who is out this season. We need to know if you will be with us again this season. Please let Nicole and I know if you do NOT intend on sticking around for the 2023-2024 season. Again, if you will NOT be with us again this upcoming season let us know. 
 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
If you are reading this and have not sold at least one wreath WHAT ARE YOU DOING, GET OUT THERE NOW! Now is the time to get up and get selling. We only have 48 hours before we have to submit our bulk order. Take an order and send it in one at a time if you need to. We will be collecting all orders by October 31st. If you need to see what we have here is our website! ALL LINKS AND BUTTONS ARE WORKING.
 
 
This Monday Night: 
 
Troop Meeting
St. Marks church, 101 s 6th ave
Oct 30rd, 7:00 - 8:15p
We will be altering the agenda for this Monday's meeting. We will be working on
* A final push call spree on wreaths. Please bring your sheets and any contacts you may not have exhausted. 
* The upcoming troop election
* The events for December and January
* The menu for the vets dinner on the second monday of November
 
The troop Zelle
Need to pay the troop for something or get paid for something? We have a Zelle for that. @TRP1TREASURER
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this, Yes This Means You!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates. 
Monday the 30rd:
Troop Meeting: Scouting potpourri. 
 
Riley Eagle project:
November 4th and 5th. Talk to Riley for the details. 
 
November the 6th:
Troop PLC, 6pm Baker church
Troop Committee meeting, 7pm, Baker church
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

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S.M.S for 10-30-22

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 30 2022 - 10:10pm
Good evening everyone
 
 
Darkness falls across the land the midnight hour is close at hand.
Creatures crawl in search of blood to terrorise y'alls neighborhood.
Whosoever shall be found without the soul for getting down. 
Must stand and face the hounds of hell and rot inside a corpse's shell. 
The foulest stench is in the air, the funk of forty-thousand years
and grizzly ghouls from every tomb are closing in to seal your doom.
Though you fight to stay alive your body starts to shiver.
For no mere mortal can resist the evil of
The weekly newsletter!
(evil laugh x 10)
 
Troop One Recharter 
That time of year has come again when we have to put together our recharder for the next season.  As of right now I am hoping that all of our members will be rejoining us for the 2023 season.  Please contact Nicole and let her know your intention for 23.  If you have not told us you will be leaving and we re-register you YOU WILL BE ON THE HOOK FOR PAYMENT.   
We have a few changes coming in the '23 season and we need your help to implement them.  We are much stronger with you than without you.
 
We all know that these are not the best of times and if any of our members need help with the cost of recharder please, reach out to us and let us know.
 
No Meeting on Monday
This Monday is Halloween and I know for a fact that if we had a meeting the kids would burn me an effigy.  Because of this we will not be holding a meeting on Monday night.  
 
 
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
THIS IS IT!! This is the final day's push for our wreath and popcorn fundraiser.  Please try and sell as much Popcorn and Wreaths as you can.  They are the way we fund the troop for a good portion of the year.
The jerky keeps going for a while so you can take your time on that one.
 
Community Sales:
Sunday mornings at Baker Church "Baker Hall" 
**Wreath Sales ONLY divided between those who participate**
Popcorn & Meat Stick sales encouraged (profits-individual)
Coffee/Juice provided in the mornings
 
Helpers needed:
11/19 - 8am(ish)(*ALL Scouts Required/no sales divided*)
(Wreath Truck delivery time notification-11/18 late evening)
11/20 - 10am-10:45am (church delivery)
w/potentially more dates to come
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events
Batavia VFW fire vigil camp-out
Join Troop One, Six, Twelve, 21 and Forty Three at our VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
 
Every November we come together to honor our veterans with a Forty Eight hour camp fire.and flag retirement ceremony.
It will be held on the field behind the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday 11/4 and not be allowed to die out until Sunday 11/6  at 6am.  If any cub scouts wish to join us during the day Lunch and Dinner will be provided by the troops.
 
TFC Training academy 2022
Between the fantastic instructors who lead Youth Training at Training Academy and the opportunity to work with other Scouting youth in Three Fires Council, this FREE* training for leadership positions within your Troop or Crew is second to none! Come to develop your leadership skills, learn to be a valued mentor to other Scouts with whom you work, and meet new friends, too!
 
Holiday Homecoming
Nov 26th, 5:30p - 8p
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
We may also be suprised by troop one's very own magic elf !
 
 
And so very much more to come down the line.
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
News Around Town
Nothing new for this week 
 

In closing

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S.M.S for 10-9-22

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 9 2022 - 10:13pm
Good evening everyone
 
 
We don't have a meeting this week because of Columbus Day.  Scouts and adults take the night off.
 
But we do still have this to talk about
 
Troop One Recharter 
That time of year has come again when we have to put together our recharder for the next season.  As of right now I am hoping that all of our members will be rejoining us for the 2023 season.  We hope to have this paperwork in by mid October.  Please let us know if you do not intend on rechartering with us so we don't re-register you.  We have a few changes coming in the '23 season and we need your help to implement them.  We are much stronger with you than without you.
 
We all know that these are not the best of times and if any of our members need help with the cost of recharder please, reach out to us and let us know.
 
No Monday Meeting
We do not have a meeting this Monday
 
 
Troop Fundraising Opportunity
 
Popcorn, Wreaths and Jerky sticks are all on sale.  Please try and sell as much Popcorn and Wreaths as you can.  They are the way we fund the troop for a good portion of the year.
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events
Blackwell Forest Preserve
Oct 21st - 23rd
Weekend camp-out at Blackwell, The Archery and orienteering merit badge will be held this weekend.
 
Batavia VFW fire vigil camp-out
Join Troop One, Six, Twelve and Forty Three at our VFW Fire Vigil Camp-out
 
Every November we come together to honor our veterans with a Forty Eight hour camp fire.and flag retirement ceremony.
It will be held on the field behind the Batavia VFW in Batavia IL on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November. The campfire will start at 6pm on Friday 11/4 and not be allowed to die out until Sunday 11/6  at 6am.  If any cub scouts wish to join us during the day Lunch and Dinner will be provided by the troops.
 
 
And so very much more to come down the line.
 
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout crossover, or someone wishing to join you as a transferr from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
News Around Town and Things To Do -
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Baker Church - Trunk-or-Treet, Oct 23rd 3p - 4:30p
It's like Trick-or-Treat but out of the trunk of a car. It's a spook-tacular event!
 
Holiday Homecoming
5:30 p.m. is the Electric Christmas Parade down Main Street with bands, parade floats, and a special guest, Santa Claus.
 

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S.M.S for 10-9-23

Posted by swolfgram on Oct 9 2023 - 11:14am
Good morning everyone
 
This letter was meant to go out last night as it usually does at 6:30. The newsletter was never sent and I didn't realize this until this morning. I was out of town this past weekend and was not paying attention to my mail. 
 
This is the new news: 
 
Recharter
Who is in and who is out this season. We need to know if you will be with us again this season. Please let Nicole and I know if you do NOT intend on sticking around for the 2023-2024 season. Again, if you will NOT be with us again this upcoming season let us know. 
 
Wreaths and popcorn 2023!
It's that time of year again and everything is flying off the shelves. We have popcorn. We have wreaths. We have people needing both, or some. We have skilled people needing to sell them for the troop. If you need to see what we have here is our website! ALL LINKS AND BUTTONS ARE WORKING :) 
 
 
This Monday Night: 
 
Dinner with the Legion
Veterans Hall, 311 n 2nd street
Oct 9th 6p - 7p
Join the troop this month as we dine in with the American Legion at the veterans hall.
Help serve dinner and join in the fellowship. Set-up will begin at 5:45ish with dinner to follow at 6p.
 
Troop Meeting Canceled 
No Meeting tonight
Because of a death in the Beckstrom family we will not be having a meeting tonight. We were going to continue the Society badge tonight but Debbie's mom passed away last week and Mark will not be available. Our prayers go out to Debbie Beckstrom on her mothers passing. 
We will resume our merit badge next Monday 
 
The troop Zelle
Need to pay the troop for something or get paid for something? We have a Zelle for that. @TRP1TREASURER
 
Cyber-Chip
EVERYONE needs this, Yes This Means You!!!!
In order for the scouts to be able to use their phones or tech on meetings or outings they need to have this certification.  The class material can be found at
 
Upcoming events / Meeting updates. 
Monday the 9th: Dinner with the vets
Vet's center 6p
 
Monday the 9th:
No troop meeting
 
Monday the 16th:
Campout planning and merit badge night. 
 
Monday the 23rd:
Troop meeting
Recruiting New Members 
If you have a family member, a friend, an acquaintance, a Cub Scout, or someone wishing to join you as a transfer from another troop please let us know.  We all know that the only way for the troop to survive is for more people to join over the long run. If you know of anyone that could potentially be interested in joining, please have them come to a meeting, outing, camp-out or just for a visit.
 
Service with a purpose:
Casey’s Safe Haven
8N005 IL Rte 47, Maple Park, IL 60151
Casey’s Safe Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit holistic equine rescue dedicated to healing horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules in need. We will accept equines from animal control facilities, pony ride facilities, horses being retired from lesson programs, police force, and the race track. We also accept healthy animals donated by loving owners that for reasons beyond their control can no longer provide care. Our mission is to be a part of the solution by educating the public on the responsibilities and proper care of each equine so they receive the respect and dignity they deserve as living beings.
 
Anderson Animal Shelter

For more than fifty years, Anderson Humane has been the leading animal welfare organization in our community. We have been dedicated to creating positive connections between people and animals from day one because animals make us better!  Today, we place more than 4,000 pets into loving homes each year. Our innovative programs make the healing presence of animals available to seniors, veterans, and those in crisis.

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