Scoutmaster Minute – July 13

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Greetings Troop 380 Scouts, Leaders, and Families,

We have NO troop meeting tomorrow July 14 due to summer camp. We hope everyone attending Camp Royaneh has a great time and learns a lot! The next troop meeting is next week on July 21. Please see below for other upcoming troop events and opportunities.

Also, it is with a heavy heart that we share some sad news regarding a loss within our troop family. Zeek Kaweski’s maternal grandmother, Nonni, passed away unexpectedly this past Monday.

Zeek flew to Salt Lake City on Wednesday to be with his mother, sister, and the rest of his mother’s family during this difficult time. Walter shared some details about Nonni, noting that she was a vibrant 74-year-old who had recently returned from a trip to Ireland. Upon her return, she was diagnosed with an aggressive blood cancer that quickly compromised her immune system. She subsequently developed pneumonia and was hospitalized. While her recovery was initially anticipated, the severity of her condition became clear, and she passed away approximately one week after being hospitalized.

Zeek is understandably struggling with this loss and is also very disappointed to be missing camp. If you would like to send a condolence card to him and his family, Zeek’s address in Salt Lake City is:

1056 Elgin Ave
Salt Lake City, UT 84106

Thank you for your understanding and support during this incredibly difficult time for Zeek and his family.

Golf Night 

Troop 380’s annual golf night will take place Monday, July 28th, 2025! Play 9-holes of golf and feast on hot dogs after your round.

  • Final Golf Clinic on July 21
  • Please contact Gary Smilkstein to sign up or if you have any questions (gsmilk@surewest.net)
  • Clinics include the following
    1. Putting – practice putting
    2. Short Shots – practice short shots with a real golf ball
    3. Driving and Swing – practice long shots and your swing with a wiffle golf ball
    4. Etiquette – learn about how to behave on the golf course
  • The troop can provide clubs and balls for all golfers.
  • We will have several contests: Longest Drive, Closest to the Hole, and Putting Contest.

Planning Meeting

  • We have scheduled our calendar planning meeting at which we schedule camps and other activities for the coming year.
  • Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:00 PM at the Church
  • All troop leaders (youth and adults) should be in attendance.
  • Please let me know if you are planning on attending, as we will be serving pizza and sodas.
  • Class A uniforms

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)

This is the best training available for youth leadership, and this is the final opportunity for this year.

  • August 29-September 1 and September 13-14
  • Nor Cal Adventure Area
  • Prerequisites
    • 13 years old and First Class rank
    • Scoutmaster approval
  • Half Camperships Available
  • Please see/contact Michael as soon as possible if you are interested

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Training

Training for ASMs and interested adults who are working with our scouts.

  • September 20-21
  • Nor Cal Adventure Area
  • $20.00
  • Earn your “Trained” Patch

2026 National Jamboree

The National Office has released information about possible scholarships for the 2026 National Jamboree in West Virginia.  Please contact Dave Ishikawa about these time sensitive opportunities.  The Jamboree is a once in a lifetime scouting experience for Scouts and leaders!

Yours In Scouting,

Communications Manager for
Michael Speer
Scoutmaster T-380

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