Greetings Troop 380 Scouts, Leaders, and Families,
First, a huge thank you to everyone who attended the Winter Court of Honor. It was a wonderful evening celebrating achievements and sharing holiday spirit. A special thanks to Tonia Cameron for all of her hard work decorating and setting up, to Nate Roth for the excellent tri-tip, and to all of the families who contributed to the potluck!
Second, thank you to everyone who came out for the Christmas tree flyering yesterday. Every bit of help makes our service projects a success! We will be doing a second day of flyering. Please see details below for that and other upcoming events.
Next Troop Meeting – Tomorrow
- Monday, December 15, 2025, 7:00 PM
- Uniform: Full Class A uniform
- Cold Weather Training
- Sign up for the following events. Details are below for all:
- Bowling Night
- International Sportsman Expo
- Bike and Ice Campout
- Scout Expo – Last Day to register is 12/31!
Patrol Leaders Council – Tomorrow
Christmas Tree Flyer Day #2 – SATURDAY
- When: Saturday, Dec. 20th @ 8:30 AM
- Where: Emmanuel Baptist Church (our normal Monday night meeting location)
- Who: EVERYONE! Scouts, parents, grandparents, scout-aged siblings, aunt, uncles, neighbors, and anyone else who would like to help a Scout earn their way to summer camp.
- What to wear: Scouts/Scouters – Class A Uniform; Family and Friends – Troop 380 gear (if they have it), red, or what you will be comfortable walking in. Everyone should dress for the weather. Forecast is low 50’s in the morning warming to mid 50’s.
- What to bring: water, sack lunch, and a smile.
- Bonus Prizes: All Scouts will receive multiple raffle tickets for each route they complete. At the Christmas Extravaganza, we will draw tickets for some cool prizes, including a Lego set, wireless speaker, and solar power bank.
- Scouts will have the opportunity to earn Service Hours and/or Scout Account Credit, while their family and friends will earn Scout Account Credit for their Scout.
- Questions or concerns, please contact Alison @ alisonmilobar@yahoo.com.
- Monday, 12/22/25 7:00 PM
- Bring a gift to exchange – $20 or less value
- Ugly Sweater contest
- Parents – please send a treat or something healthy to share
Ethan Hammond’s Eagle Court of Honor
Join us in celebrating Ethan being awarded scouting’s highest rank!
- Friday, December 26th, 2025, 6:00 PM
- Emmanuel Baptist Church
- Please by 5:30 if you are assisting in the ceremony
- Arrive early for seating
- Light refreshments will be served afterward
- Please RSVP to Katy Hammond by December 19th @ 916-607-3917, and see Ethan with any questions.
Bowling Night
Our annual bowling night is coming up. This is a Troop 380 tradition!
- Monday, December 29, 2025
- Please arrive between 5:30 to 6:00 PM so we can start bowling at 6:30 PM
- FLB Entertainment Center in Folsom
- $20.00 for 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, and soda
- All family and friends are welcome, and this is a great opportunity to invite someone who might be interested in joining the troop.
- The attire will be Hawaiian Shirts!
- Please sign up ASAP at tomorrow’s troop meeting as we have to complete our reservation numbers.
We are looking for A LOT of help on Saturdays, January 3rd and 10th, for the second half of our Christmas tree project where we will be collecting all the Christmas trees. Remember, all hours worked by Scouts will count as conservation service hours (required for Life Rank), service hours and/or scout credit. All hours worked by family and friends will count as scout credit.
- Saturday, January 3rd and 10th, 2026 – 8:30 AM until we are done
- Meet at the church for instructions, and then we will head out from there. We need parents to drive!
- wearing appropriate work clothes and dressing suitably for the weather conditions
- Bring a sack lunch, and Water
- Contact Alison Milobar at alisonmilobar@yahoo.com
with any questions
We need scouts to assist with the climbing wall, pinewood derby, shooting sports, Cub Scout Crafts, fishing and much more. Please sign up at the troop meeting to assist. If you can volunteer for a few hours or a whole day we need you! Parents are also welcome to help. Scouts can earn service hours and get to visit this amazing sport show.
- Cal Expo
- Dates/Times:
- Friday, January 16, 2025 – 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday, January 17, 2025 – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday, January 18, 2025 – 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Admission is free for scouts and adults in Class A uniform!
Bike and Ice Campout
Way back in the 1970s, Troop 380 created the Order of the Ice Cube. The purpose of the order was to educate Scouts and leaders about cold weather and hypothermia. Scouts and leaders would wake up in the morning and take a swim in a lake during the winter months. After completing a lesson in hypothermia and taking the Ice Cube Plunge, Scouts earn the coveted Order of the Ice Cube medal (a plastic ice cube hanging from a ribbon – worn on your left pocket flap). It’s both fun and a good lesson to learn. Scouts are not required to do this crazy activity, but it is a lot of fun for the BRAVE!
- January 24-25, 2026
- Meet at La Riviera and Watt
- Ride to Black Miner’s Bar and spend the night
- Fully submerge in Lake Natoma
- Ride back to Nimbus Fish Hatchery for pickup
- We need at least 4 adults to sign up
Summer Camp 2026
It’s not too late to reserve your spot at one of two, or even both camps for Summer 2026. Below are the dates, rates, and payment plans for our two destinations.
Camp Meriwether – June 27-July 5, 2026
- We have two travel dates built in to get to camp with two overnight stays to and from camp at hotels. We will tour the Evergreen Space and Aviation Museum and the Tillamook Creamery as part of the adventure.
- The final cost is estimated at $875.00. This includes the camp fee, some meals on the way to and from camp, admissions and hotel stays. We have not finalized the cost, but as soon as we have the details we will let you know.
- $50.00 Due Now
- $200.00 Due January 12, 2026
- $200.00 Due February 23, 2026
- $200.00 Due March 23, 2026
- $220.00 Due April 13, 2026 This balance will reflect the final fees due to be determined.
- Please see Dave Ishikawa for more details. We will definitely need drivers for this trip to and from our Oregon destination!
Camp Chawanakee – July 13 – 25, 2026
- Please see Nate Roth for more information.
- The fee for camp is $820.00, on the following payment schedule:
- $20.00 Due Now
- $200.00 Due January 12, 2026
- $200.00 Due February 23, 2026
- $200.00 Due March 23, 2026
- $200.00 Due April 13, 2026
2026 Scout Expo – Registration Deadline 12/31
Get ready! This is the ultimate celebration of scouting, and it’s happening to mark America’s 250th birthday. Join thousands of Scouts, BSA, Sea Scouts, and Venturers for an unforgettable weekend. This event only happens every 4 or more years, so don’t miss your chance!
- Date: April 10-12, 2026
- Location: Beale Air Force Base, Wheatland, CA
- Cost: $65 per person
- Registration Deadline: December 31, 2025
- See Ray Trute or Nate Roth for more information
- For that low registration fee, you’ll get access to this incredible lineup of activities and events, designed for older, experienced Scouts:
- A thrilling Action Alley to test your skills and push your limits.
- Intense Range and Target Events for marksmanship and precision.
- Spectacular Plane and Drone Displays that will get you up close with cutting-edge technology.
- A Merit Badge Midway to work on badges and connect with experts.
- Aquatics activities to cool off and have fun on the water.
- A Community Showcase to connect with fellow Scouts and local organizations.
- Live performances on Friday and Saturday nights to cap off each day with high-energy entertainment.
- Includes a commemorative patch
Michael Speer
Scoutmaster T-380B
