Weekly communication – 2/2/2026

• We are still taking reservations for both Camp Meriwether and Camp Chawanakee!
• Special presentation for scouts and parents at the troop meeting on Monday to promote interest in both camps and answer questions.  
• Don’t forget a $200.00 payment was due on January 12th and another payment is due on February 23rd.  
• Please see Dave Ishikawa or Nate Roth if you have any questions.  

The Order of the Arrow is an honor camper society which is a program within Scouts BSA. The purpose of the OA is to promote camping, provide service and honor scouts who represent the Scout Oath and Law in the best way possible. February 9th the OA will be visiting during our troop meeting  to share what the OA is all about and to elect new candidates for membership into the Brotherhood of Cheerful Service.

In order to be elected into the OA a Scout must:

• Be a First Class Scout
• Have 15 days and nights of camping in the past two years
• Have Scoutmaster approval in order to participate in the election  
• Be elected by their fellow Scouts
• Complete an Ordeal to seal their membership
• Adults who meet the above requirements may also be elected into the OA by the Troop Parent Committee.

Aiden’s & Lincoln’s Eagle Court of Honor

Join us in celebrating Aiden Stewart & Lincoln’s Diaz-Upton being awarded scouting’s highest rank!

• Sunday February 15, 1:30PM
• CrossRoads Church – 7100 Fair Oaks Blvd
• Please by 1:00 if you are assisting in the ceremony
• Arrive early for seating
• Light refreshments will be served afterward
• Please RSVP by February 10th and see Aiden or Lincoln with any questions.

ASPL Elections – Next Week!

Would you like to lead the troop for the next year?

• Candidates for Assistant Senior Patrol Leader must declare by Monday, February 9.  
• Elections will be held at the February 23rd Troop Meeting, and we must meet with candidates and their parents that night at 6:00 PM, before the Troop Meeting.  
• You will serve as ASPL from March 2026 to October 2026 and as Senior Patrol Leader from November 2026 to February 2027. This leadership position will serve as ASPL at both summer camps and lead the 2026 Winter Court of Honor.
• Please see me if you are interested in running for this position.  

No Troop Meeting Presidents’ Day

Please note that there will be no meeting scheduled for 2/16/26 in observance of Presidents’ Day, which honors the contributions of our nation’s leaders. We will not hold our regular meeting on this day. We encourage everyone to take this time to reflect and celebrate.

Blue and Gold Bridging Ceremonies

We are proudly bridging scouts into our troop from both Pack 305 and 380. This special occasion marks an important milestone for both the bridging scouts and our troop. We are kindly requesting a few scouts to join us in welcoming these new members into our community. Your presence and support will help create a warm and inviting atmosphere for them as they embark on this exciting new journey. Please see Michael Speer for further information or if you’re able to represent the troop.

We are introducing a new event this year! We are hosting a Snow Play Day at the Klondike Derby, and we are looking for scouts and adults to be part of the staff. Events will include Snowman Building Contest, Snowball Toss, Sledding, Hot Cocoa Station, Snow Fort, and much more! 

• Saturday, February 21, 2026
• Whether you plan on attending Klondike or want to come up for the day, you can be part of the staff. You do not have to stay overnight at the Klondike to participate. We are looking for adults to help out too. 
• Scouts and adults helping report by 10:00 AM; Cub Scouts will arrive at 11:00 AM.  Cub Scout Dens and Packs will head home at 4:00 PM.
• The staff will prepare a hot dog lunch and supervise snow activities. 
• Fee: $12.00. You will receive lunch and a patch.  
• Please sign a permission slip at the Troop Meeting and put your name on the list, and see Dave Ishikawa if you have any questions.