Scoutmaster’s minute – 8/24/25

Please join us tomorrow for our Summer Court of Honor. This is our biggest of the year, with many merit badges and ranks to be awarded following our busy summer. See below for more details and information for other upcoming events.

Summer Court of Honor – TOMORROW

  • August 25, 2025, 6:30 at the church
  • Class A uniform and sash
  • If a scout is advancing a rank, it’s important that at least one parent/guardian attend. Don’t forget your mother’s pin if your scout is advancing a rank.
  • We will also celebrate Kaine Cameron receiving his Eagle Rank during this court of honor. Congratulations to Kaine and his family on this achievement!

Court of Honor – Prize Drawing

Get Ready for an Amazing Prize Drawing at the Court of Honor!The money raised will go to summer camp funding.

We have an amazing line-up of prizes, including: gift cards, fishing pole, BB gun, gift baskets, portable air conditioner, camping chairs, backpack, extension cord, games, puzzles, cookies, wine, sourdough bread and sauce, carry bag, a summer camp fee credit, and lots of Troop 380 Swag, and much more.

Get there early to scope out the prizes on the prize table and purchase tickets! Each scout will get a free ticket, but everyone can increase their chances by purchasing more tickets:

  • 1 Ticket – $1.00
  • 10 Tickets – $5.00
  • 25 Tickets – $10.00
  • Arm’s length of Tickets – $20.00
Many thanks to those who donated prizes!! It’s not too late to donate prizes. Contact Dave Ishikawa if you have an item you want to add to the mix.

Open House 
 
This event presents a fantastic opportunity for potential Scouts and their families to delve deeper into our scouting program, meet our dedicated leaders and explore the array of exciting activities we have lined up for the upcoming year

  • September 15, 5:30 PM
  • Emmanuel Baptist Church
  • See Drew Walters or Nate Roth for more information

Lake Tahoe Family Campout

  • September 19–21
  • Sugar Pine Point Campground
  • Families provide food and equipment. Potluck on Saturday Night
  • Sign up at the Court of Honor
  • See Bruce Nye for more information
Summer Camp Sign-Ups 

The troop will be attending two Summer Camps in 2026. We are starting to take deposits immediately to reserve your spot.  We will have limited space, so sign up and pay your deposit ASAP.  We will be taking deposits at the Court of Honor.  See Dave or Nate if you have questions.

Camp Meriwether

  • Where: The Oregon Coast
  • When: Camp – June 28-July 4, 2026; Travel Dates – June 27 – July 4, 2026
  • Cost:  Approximately $820.00 includes admissions, overnights in hotel and meals on the road to and from Oregon
  • Deposit: $50.00 due ASAP


Camp Chawanakee

  • This camp will have an emphasis on first year and younger scouts, but is open to all.
  • Where: Shaver Lake 
  • Dates: July 19-25, 2026
  • Cost: $800.00
  • Deposit: $20.00 due ASAP
Looking for Scouts in Charge  
 
We are looking for Scouts to help with the following events.  Please see Chris or Dave Ishikawa if you would like to volunteer to be the Scout in Charge.

  • Pumpkin Patch Party – October 25, 2025
  • Old Town Folsom Holiday Ice Skating and Street Fair – December 7, 2025
  • Scout Night Bowling – December 26, 2025
Registration Reminder
Don’t forget these two events.  Registration will close soon! Please see last week’s email for more information and registration links.
  • Advance O Rama – September 27, 2025 at the Solano County Fairgrounds
  • Complete Angler Weekend – October 3, 2025 at Gibson Ranch
Scouts Got Talent!

Do you or you and your fellow scouts have talent? Scouts Got Talent is coming to Scout Expo on April 10, 2026. Get ready for the show! Get your act ready for a show in front of thousands of scouts and leaders. See Michael or Dave if you want to participate or for more information.

Yours in Scouting,

Michael Speer
Scoutmaster T-380B