Greetings Troop 380 Scouts, Leaders, and Families,
Thanks to everyone who attended the Eternal Flame Campout this weekend. In particular, a big shout out to Issac Andrews and Robert Mills for their organization and preparations for this important event!
Here is your information for upcoming events:
Next Troop Meeting – Tomorrow
Monday, October 20, 2025, 7:00 PM
- Uniform: Full Class A
- We will be installing our new leadership team for the next term and having patrol corners to prepare for the pumpkin patch.
- Parents – We need treats for the pumpkin patch – Please see below!
- Don’t forget to go into the chapel to sign up for these upcoming events:
- Pumpkin Patch – Oct 25
Veterans Day Parade – Nov 11
Dave & Buster’s Fundraiser – Nov 25
Mission Peak Hike – Dec 6
AOL recruitment/Cub Family Campout 11/7-9
Scout Expo 2026!
Pumpkin Patch Party – NEXT Weekend
We have over 100 Cub Scouts and their family members attending our Pumpkin Patch Party! We need all scouts and parents to give us a hand!!
- Saturday, October 25th
- Keema Ranch (6532 Point Pleasant Road, Elk Grove)
- $12.00 per person. This will include a goodie bag and a small pumpkin.
- Wear your costume! We will have a costume contest for the Cubs, Scouts and Parents!
- Make sure you sign up to attend.
- Remember it is
- Volunteer to bring treats for the Party. We are looking for Halloween type treats. Please sign up or contact Giuliane Belt giulianebelt@hotmail.com
- Make sure your patrol is prepared for their game. We have a lot of Cubs coming ready to play our games.
- Arrive by 3:00 for setup. Be ready to help with set up, operating the games.
- The party will conclude at 6:30 PM, so plan on staying a little while to help clean up.
Martin Long’s Eagle Court of Honor
Please join Martin and his family in celebrating his achievement of earning scouting’s highest honor.
- November 1, 3:00PM
- St. Anthony Parish 660 Florin Rd. Sacramento, CA 95831
- RSVP by 10/28/25 to pjlong1977@gmail.com
- BBQ Dinner to Follow Ceremony
- Flier attached
AOL Recruitment / Cub Family Campout
During this weekend campout, we will welcome potential incoming AOL Scouts. We want to show them how our troop camps and what fun activities we do. At the same time, we will be helping the district staff the Cub Family campout, where over 150 Cub Scouts will be joining us!
- November 7-9, 2025
- Departure Nyecon at 5:00pm then head to Dry Creek Ranch House
- Sign up at the troop meeting
- See Theo Roth or Michael Speer for more information
Veterans Day Parade
Let’s honor the people who protect and serve our great nation. We will be carrying flags, including the Giant Garrison Flag down Capitol Mall. Families are welcome to participate; please invite any veterans in your family to attend. After the parade we’ll have lunch at our favorite hamburger spot, Suzie Burger.
- Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Meet at Crocker Art Park at 9AM
- Full Class A uniform
- Sign up at the troop meeting
- See Cam Mcdowell or Michael Speer for more information
Dave & Buster’s Fundraiser
Let’s all help out the troop by attending the upcoming Dave & Busters Fundraiser!
- Where: Dave & Busters at the Palladio in Folsom
- When: Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 5:00-9:00 PM
- Why: Troop 380 will make 20% on the purchase of Food, Non-Alcohol Beverages, and Game Play
- How: Bring the attached flier. Make sure you sign up at the meeting so we know how many to expect
- Power Cards: Reserve your Dave & Busters Power Cards in advance and the Troop will make 50% on each $10.00 or $20.00 Power Card sold. These cards are good on any date and at any Dave & Busters nationwide. We only get 20% on the night of the fund raiser so buy your cards in advance!!!!
- Who: Invite your friends, neighbors and family members to our Fund Raising Night. Feel free to print and distribute the flier or post to your social media!
- Challenge: Dustin, Michael and Neil are challenging Scouts to one or more of the many games at Dave & Busters. Get your Power Cards early!
Scout Expo
Get ready, Scouts! This isn’t just another gathering; it’s the ultimate celebration of scouting, and it’s happening to mark America’s 250th anniversary. Are you ready to be a part of it? Join thousands of Scouts, BSA, Sea Scouts, and Venturers for an unforgettable weekend. This event only happens every 4 or more years the last time this event was held was in 2016
For just $65 per person, you’ll get access to an incredible lineup of activities and events designed for older 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
- Event Details:
- Date: April 10-12, 2026
- Location: Beale Air Force Base, Wheatland, CA
- Cost: $50 per person
- Registration Deadline: December 31, 2025
- See Ray Trute or Nate Roth for more information
Yours in Scouting,
Michael Speer
Scoutmaster T-380B
