Good morning Troop 380 family!
First, I would like to take a moment to recognize the moms in this group. Far too often we take for granted what our mothers do for us. The times they take care of us when we are sick, the times when they take time off work to be chaperones on our field trips, the dinners they make, and the laundry they fold. Today is a day for us to recognize the incredibly important and central impact our moms have on all of our lives. Take a moment to hug your mom if they’re close, or call them if they’re not nearby. Trust me, your appreciation for them will be the high point of their day!
The process of realigning our patrols is coming along nicely. Thank you to the families who have reached out with suggestions or concerns regarding this process – your input has been invaluable! The new patrol lists will be released soon and will take effect at the first troop meeting in June.
This is your second reminder that medical forms for summer camp are due by the end of the month. Remember, if your scout does not have their medical forms up to date, including Part C signed by a physician, they will not be allowed to attend summer camp. In addition, as soon as your scout’s A and B medical forms expire, they may not attend any troop events until those are updated. These requirements apply to adult leaders as well. They allow the troop to assist with any medical issues that may arise during events and must be taken seriously. The forms are attached for your convenience.
Next Troop Meeting – Tomorrow
- Monday, May 11, 2026, 7:00 PM
- Uniform: Class B
- Program: Patrol Cooking
- Sign up for the following events (details below):
- Tressa Long’s Eagle Project – Day 2 on Saturday 5/16
- District Roundtable Cookoff – 5/21
- Memorial Day Cemetery Project – 5/23
Tressa is building bluebird boxes for her Eagle Project, and needs some Scouts to assist. Whether you can come for the entire time, or just an hour or two, all help is appreciated!
- When: May 16, from 10 AM – 2 PM
- Where: 428 Little River Way
- Who: 10-15 Scouts
- Wear: Class B
- Bring: Water, work gloves if you have them. Food will be provided.
- Questions: Ask Tressa and/or RSVP to Phil Long by phone/text at 916-730-3138
- June 17
- Cordova Church of Christ
- More details to follow
District Roundtable Cook-off
The Three Rivers District is hosting a cook-off for all scouts and scouters at the next District Roundtable, which is being held at our home this month. Patrols will cook as teams and compete during Roundtable and families are welcome to compete as well!
- May 21, 7:00 PM, but Patrols may show up early to prepare if needed.
- Emmanuel Baptist Church
- The troop will provide all cooking utensils, but they must provide me with a list of necessary cooking utensils to bring.
- Patrols are currently planning their menus during troop meetings, and will need to purchase their own food for the competition.
Troop 380 Summer T-shirt
- Please see the attached photo, which shows the Troop 380 logo on the front and the logos from Camp Meriwether, Camp Chawanakee and National Jamboree on the back. The logos will be gold on a purple shirt.
- You do not have to attend one of these events to purchase a T-shirt
- Shirts will be available for order at the Troop Meeting on Monday 5/11 or you can send Dave Ishikawa sm-380@comcast.net an email to order.
- Shirts are $15.00 for Jamboree attendees, but were already included in the fees for summer camp attendees.
- Adult sizes only: S-XXXL (XXL and XXXL will be charged an extra fee.)
Long Lake Backpacking and Philmont Conditioning Trip
– Dates: June 10–12, 2026
– Departure: 5:30 PM from Nyecon
– Cost: $20.00 (Please also bring cash for a fast-food stop on the way home)
– Sign-Up: You must sign up and pay fees by the June 1st meeting.
– Gear & Food Distribution: June 8th at the church at 7:00 PM. Please bring your backpack to ensure you can carry your assigned items.
Thank you to everyone who attended our planning meeting for the 2027 Philmont expedition to New Mexico.
- Cost: Estimated at $2,100.00 (fees and travel). Additional touring fees may apply depending on the group’s decisions.
- Deposit: A $150.00 deposit is due by May 15th.
- Action Required: Please declare your intent to join by completing the attached expectation letter and turning it in with your deposit.
Fair Oaks Cemetery Memorial Day Service Project
Troop 380 has a long tradition of serving our community at this event. The troop even has its own bench in the cemetery to honor that! This year’s theme is “Celebrating the USO’s 85th Anniversary,” and Cooper Davis giving the keynote speech.
- Saturday, May 23, 8:30-11:30
- Fair Oaks Cemetery, 7780 Olive Street, Fair Oaks
- Earn community service hours or money for their account
- Please sign up at the troop meeting. Written reminders will be handed out at the May 18th troop meeting.
- Questions? See Theo Roth at the meeting, or contact Elizabeth Ruygt (goldrivmom@comcast.net)
California Pizza Kitchen Fundraiser
- Support the troop and enjoy dinner out!
- Date: Wednesday, May 27th
- Impact: 20% of all food and beverage sales will be donated directly to our Troop.
- How: Valid for dine-in, take-out, online ordering, or curbside service.
