Greetings All,
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who came out to support the winter Christmas tree flyering event. Despite the challenging weather conditions which were quite wet and chilly the scouts truly did an amazing job demonstrating their dedication and teamwork. Your participation made a significant difference and we appreciate you all! a special shoutout goes to Alison and Becky for their incredible efforts in organizing this project ensuring everything ran smoothly and efficiently.
Please Note that there are a few routes that we were not able to complete. If any family would like to take on these routes during the winter holidays please see Alison and Becky during the winter court of honor and they will get you all set up.
Please read the below details on some important upcoming events:
Winter Court of Honor
Monday December 16 2024 at 6:00 PM: Tomorrow night marks our much-anticipated Winter Court of Honor, a significant event in our scouting calendar where we come together to celebrate the achievements of our Scouts. We are excited to host this special occasion at the Cordova Church of Christ located at 10577 Coloma Rd Rancho Cordova CA 95670- As a reminder all Scouts are required to wear their full Class A uniforms complete with their merit badge sashes. We kindly ask that all Scouts arrive by 5:30 PM to allow ample time for seating and preparation before the program begins promptly at 6:00 PM.
This special evening promises to be memorable featuring a delicious catered Mexican dinner generously provided by California Burrito. Their culinary offerings are sure to delight everyone in attendance! If you have not yet paid for your dinner please remember to do so at the Court of Honor. The cost for adults and siblings over the age of three is $12 while siblings under three years old can join in for just $5- All Troop T380 Scouts will be treated to this wonderful meal free of charge as a token of appreciation for their hard work and commitment.
During the Court of Honor we will take immense pride in presenting various awards to our Scouts. Among the accolades will be badges of rank merit badges activity patches leadership recognition attendance awards and much more. This event serves as a fantastic opportunity to recognize the hard work and dedication that our Scouts have put forth throughout the year. It is a moment of celebration where we can collectively applaud their achievements and encourage them to continue striving for excellence in all their endeavors.In addition to the awards presentation we will also utilize this gathering to announce upcoming events. It is crucial to ensure that everyone is informed and prepared to participate in the exciting activities that we have planned for the future. We want to foster an environment of enthusiasm and involvement and sharing our plans helps keep everyone engaged and excited.
Furthermore we will be raffling off gift baskets that have been creatively crafted by the patrols adding an element of fun and surprise to the evening. Additionally we will host a 50/50 raffle so please ensure you bring some cash if you wish to participate in these exciting opportunities to win. We look forward to seeing everyone there for what promises to be an enjoyable and rewarding evening for all! Let’s make this Winter Court of Honor a night to remember!
Christmas Extravaganza 🎄🎁🎅
On Monday, December 23, 2023, we will be hosting our annual and eagerly awaited Christmas gift exchange. The theme for the night is ugly sweaters and Christmas hats, but Class A uniforms are also acceptable. This year, we will have a white elephant gift exchange among the scouts, so please bring a wrapped gift valued at under $10. Gifts can be serious or humorous, but they should be new and unused. We kindly ask parents to contribute a treat for the meeting, and we will provide hot chocolate.
Ugly Sweater Night, or Class A Uniform. Holiday headgear is encouraged! Contest for adults and Scouts!
Bring a treat to share.
Bring a gift for the gift exchange. Please keep it under $10.00.
Bowling Night
Another beloved Troop 380 holiday tradition is our exciting group bowling event. This year we will be heading to the Folsom Lake Bowling and Entertainment Center on Thursday December 26 2024– It promises to be a fantastic evening filled with laughter and friendly competition! Don’t forget to sign up at the Court of Honor\to secure your spot. We encourage all family members and friends to join in the fun making it a wonderful opportunity to bond and create lasting memories together. The cost is just $25. 00 which covers everything you need for a great night out—bowling shoe rental, delicious pizza, refreshing drinks and of course tons of fun! If you have any questions or need more information please see Chris Ishikawa at the Troop Meeting. We hope to see everyone there for an unforgettable night of bowling!
Christmas Tree Pick Up Day
Saturday, January 4th : All Scouts and families are asked to help on Tree Pick Up Day. We are in need of trucks and trailers to pick up and deliver trees to the dump. All hours worked by Scouts will count as conservation service hours (need for Star Rank), service hours and/or scout credit. All hours worked by family and friends will count as scout credit. This is a great way to earn scout credit for camp outs, summer camps, and other scouting activities.
We will meet at the Church at 8:30am to form teams and receive route instructions and supplies. Scouts and family members should wear work clothes and dress appropriately for the weather. Bring water and a sack lunch. The end time will depend on the number of trees we are asked to collect. The more participation from Scouts and families/friends the faster we will be able to work. Questions contact Becky Walters at smileplease78@yahoo.com.
Yours in Scouting,
Michael Speer
Scoutmaster T-380
