Dec 2Dec 9-10Dec 16Dec 16Dec 17

Dec 18Dec 27Jan 1

Jan 6-7Jan 8Jan 12-14Jan 21Jan 26-28

Wreath DistributionFort McHenryOA Lodge MeetingNursing Home Holiday ConcertOA Chapter Meeting @ St Patrick's

Court of HonorTroop 264 Anniversary BanquetShort Patrol Meetings

(Winter Campout Planning)Winter CampoutTroop MeetingJAMBO

OA Chapter Meeting @ St Patrick'sKlondike Derby

The SignalerThe Troop 264 Newsletter

http://www.troop264.url4life.com

December 2000Volume 20, No. 12

TWENTY YEARS OF THE SIGNALER

Troop 26472nd

Anniversaryuet

January Signaler Submittal Deadlines: Editor: Jeff Ugbolue (301-570-1782)Information Due to Reporters: Dec. 10 Circ. Coord: Kevin Correa (301-924-2942)Articles Due to Mrs. Greenspon: Dec. 13Signaler Distribution Date: Dec. 18 (Court of Honor)

Adult Advisors: Reporters: Kevin Correa (301-924-2942)Scoutmaster: Mr. Bogan (301-774-2768) (denbogan@aol.com) David Emery (301-774-7515)Mrs. Wymelenberg (301-570-6353) (imlaw55@aol.com) Ben Greenspon (301-774-5394)Mrs. Emery (301-774-7515) (koemery@erols.com) Jeff Greenspon (301-774-5394)Mr. Sponaugle (301-924-3521) (sponaugler@cder.fda.gov) Eric Laing (301-570-4235)Mrs. Greenspon (301-774-5394) (greenspo@erols.com) Robbie Stout (301-924-9410)Mr. Mann (OA) (301-977-8102) Brandon Wymelenberg (301-570-6353)SPL: Michael Dickerson (301-570-3064)Webmaster: Kevin Feinberg (301-570-8064) (KevFein@aol.com)Adult activity coordinators – please submit information about upcoming activities to Mrs. Greenspon (electronically or hardcopy) bythe above deadline. Please contact a Signaler reporter, if you would like to have a scout generate the announcement for you.

coming Dates and Deadlines SELL THOSE WREATH SALES!!!

It is time for the annual Wreath sale! This year wehave sold about 300 wreaths. The cost is $16.00 perwreath and they will be treated with a preservativeto keep them moist and green. Continue sellingwreaths, we have about 1000 leaf to sell. Deliverywill be November 29th , and December 2nd & 3rd.

As part of your Scout Spirit, it is important thateach scout participate in this project. Scout dollarsare awarded for your sales, and the top 3 sellers willreceive $100.00, $50.00, and $25.00 in credits,respectively. The winning Patrol will receive apizza party. Any questions call Kevin Kennedy at301-774-5014.

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Eagles News flash!

Scout Robbie Zuccaro, on October 20, attended his District Eagle Board of Reviewand successfully completed it! On October 21, Scout Kent Gebicke, attended hisDistrict Eagle Board of Review and successfully completed it, also!

Congratulations to the Troop's newest Eagle Scouts!

December 2000

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2Wreath

Distribution(Kennedy)

Army-Navy Game(No ticketsavailable)

4 5 6 7 8 9

Patrol Meetings Work Gloves

Worn

Fort McHenryWeekend(Rameinski)

10 11 12 13 14 15 16Fort McHenry

Weekend(RameinskiiMo

Or

TLC/BOR District Roundtable(7:30 PM)

Vikings

OA Lodge Mtg.(7:00 pm)

ificc. P'resi ,Nursing Home Visits

(11:00) Friends:Holiday Concert(2:30) Sharon:

Holiday Concert17

18 19 20 21 22 23

OA Chapter Mtg.(7:00 pm)

Court of HonorOpen: Hawks

Service: CobrasRamp: Foxes

TCM 7:30 pm Hanukkah

24/31 25 26 27 28 29 30Christmas Day

No SchoolNo School No School

Troop 264 72ndAnniversary

Banquet(1928-2000)

@ Sherwood H.S(Mann).

No School No School

January 2001Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 3 4 5 6New Year's Day

No School

Short PatrolMeetings

(Winter CampoutPlanning)

Winter Campout(Sharks)

7 8 9 10 11 12 13Winter Campout Troop Meeting

Open: LeopardsMB: VikingsSkill: Ravens

Service: EaglesRamp: Hawks

District Roundtable(7:30 pm)Cobras

JAMBO(USNA-NESA MB Jamboree))

JAMBO(Leggett ? )

Nursing Home Visits(11:00) Friends:

Vikings(2:30) Sharon:

Sharks

14 15 16 17 18 19 20JAMBO MLK Day

No SchoolTCM 7:30 pm

21 22 23 24 25 26 27OA Chapter Mtg.

(7:00 pm)Patrol Meetings Klondike Derby Klondike

Derby(Leopards)

28 29 30 31Klondike Derby Professional Day

No School

TLC/BOR

77 1/2

1 Harp,Larry 11 V2 Iacangelo, John 1 1/4

Troop 264 Supports Scouting for FoodNovember 11, 2000

On November 11, 2000, Troop 264 participated in the annual National Capital Area Council, Olde MillDistrict support of the national Boy Scouts of America's Scouting for Food program. As usual, the Troop, plusmembers of Explorer Ship (Post) 759 from Ashton, established a food collection point behind the SafewaySupermarket off of Georgia Avenue in Olney. Twenty-five Cub and Boy Scout units canvassed over 12,000homes in the northern part of the Olde Mill District on November 4, handing out bags for food collection. OnNovember 11 th, these bags were collected and brought to the collection point where the troop removed some12,000 individual cans, jars or boxes of food and repacked these items for shipment into some 400 boxes. Theboxes were loaded onto a truck for movement to the Manna Food warehouse in Rockville, Maryland. Thisfood serves a critical need. Manna normally has a two-week or less supply of food at this time of year. Some350 families in the area will use this food to supplement dietary requirements. This food helps the working-people, barely earning enough to survive, over hard times that many people suffer. Cars break down, peopleneed expensive medical care, people find themselves between jobs. If you do not have adequate savings, orinsurance, such disruptions can drive you and your family into poverty. Manna provides food to help peopleget through the rough times and stay off of the welfare rolls. The work of this troop will provide many peoplea happy holiday this year. I salute each of the sixty Scouts and Scouters who participated in this program.This has been our best year since I have taken charge of the program in 1996. Again, well done Scouts!!!!

Anthony J. RamienskiThe following participated in the Scouting for Food Program.

Harris, John 4Laurie, Ian 2Greenspon, Ben 7Cannon, Chris 1 3/4Maxham, Andrew 3Feinberg, Kevin 2Staiger, BrianPaul, WillRamineski, JoeWymelenberg, BrandonUgbolue, JeffLeggett, JasonIrvin, TommySchulz, MichaelCulbertson, ToddWilbur, TonyKennedy, TedTash, AlecTabinski, JamesZuccaro, RobbieDeSilva, AviJackman, ScottDoss, MichaelBronstein, NateSchmitt, MichaelHarp, AlanHarp, DanielGunn, JustinWeiler, JoeVanWie, MichaelVanWie, Andrew

Iacangelo, Seth

I 1/4O'Brien, Sean

2Correa, Kevin

1 3/4Berg, Scott

1Mercado, MichaelWidner, TimFeily, Steven

1Schmitt, Danny 3 3/4O'Lone, Liam 6 1/2Frey, Dylan

1-Hollard, Jeremy 7 1/2Emery, David

2Stout, Robbie 1Strickman, Perry

SCOUTERS: Correa, Manuel 1 3/4Gunn, Charlie 2Feinberg, Jay 2

Nursing Homes Holiday Concert

On December 16th, we will visit Friends Nursing Home (11:00 am) and Sharon Nursing Home (2:30 pm) withour Annual Holiday concert. If you play a musical instrument or wish to carol with us, please tell Mrs. Emery,Mrs. Greenspon or Mrs. Wymelenberg, tonight after break-out, if possible. You can pick up sheet music fromMrs. Emery tonight. Practices will be held at Mrs. Emery's house, 18116 Ivy Lane, on (1) Saturday, Dec. 2nd@ 4pm, (2) Sunday, Dec. 10th @ 4 pm and (3) Friday, Dec. 15th @ 7 pm (if needed). We urge you to make asmany practices as you can. You can use this service for Community Service Credit or Service-to-America. Weare looking for another large turnout this year.

Fort McHenry WeekendDecember 9-10, 2000

WARNING ORDER 051100-02// 051500R NOV 00

THIS IS A WARNING ORDER FOR A BOY SCOUT TROOP DEPLOYMENT TO /TOUR OF /CAMPOUTIN THE VICINITY OF THE CITY OF BALTIMORE, 9-10 DECEMBER 2000.

Time Zone Used Throughout: local, Eastern Standard Time (Romeo® Time Zone), All times written asDay/Time Zone/Month/Year. All times are based on a 24-hour clock.

1. SITUATION.Troop as currently organized.

2. MISSIONTroop 264 will assemble NLT 090700RDECOO at St. John's Church, depart NLT 09073ORDECOO, travel toBaltimore City, tour in sequence Ft McHenry, the Babe Ruth Home, and the B&O Railroad Museum, travel toGreenbelt National Park, RON (Remain Over Night), then depart for Olney MD NLT 101000RDECOO.

3. CONCEPT OF THE OPERATION/EXECUTION.a. Assembly/ Action at the Departure Area. The troop will assemble at St. John's Episcopal Church at 0700.

At this time, money and permission slips will be collected, final equipment checks conducted and a safetybriefing given. The Troop will depart at 0730.

b. Deployment. Specific directions will be given on the departure day. The general route to Ft McHenry isRoute 108 to Route 32 to Interstate 95. Vehicles will self-deploy. There will be no convoy.

c. Actions at Ft McHenry. The troop must arrive at the Fort prior to 0845. The Troop will assemble andmove as a group to the Visitor's Center. At 0900 the Troop will watch a movie will watch a movieconcerning the Fort. At 0930, the Troop will view a flag raising ceremony. After the flag raising, theTroop will conduct a self-guided tour of the Fort. The Troop will depart at 1030

d. Actions at the Babe Ruth Museum. The museum is less than a ten-minute drive from the Fort. The Troopwill drive to the museum. The Troop must be assembled by 1100. This will be a guided tour. The museumalso houses the Baltimore Orioles Museum and a regional baseball archive. We will depart at about 1200.

e. Lunch. Lunch will take place from 1200 to 1300. Scouts are responsible for their own meals.f. The B&O Railroad Museum. The Troop will assemble at 1300 for a guided tour of the B&O Museum.

The guided tour plus self-guided visiting should take about two hours. The Troop will depart at about 1500.

g. Greenbelt National Park. The Troop will deploy to Greenbelt, where it will remain overnight. The dinnermeal is the responsibility of the patrols. Adults will eat with the patrols. Adults not assigned to a patrolwill eat with Mr. Ramienski and the Raven patrol. The Senior Patrol leader is responsible for the conductof a troop level campfire to be conducted at or about 2000. Quiet time will begin 2130. Reveille will beconducted at 100700RDECOO. Patrols will be responsible for the morning meal, and again unassigned

adults will eat with the Raven Patrol. A nondenominational service will be conducted 0830/0900. Th eTroop will depart at 1000. Redeployment and recovery of equipment are up to individual patrols.

4. ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS.a. Costs.

ADULTS SCOUTS1. Ft McHenry $5.00 FREE (Under 17)2. Babe Ruth $3.00 $2.003. B&O $2.50 $2.504. Greenbelt $2.50 $2.50

TOTALS: $13.00 $7.00These costs DO NOT include meals or patrol costs!!!Money will be collected by Mr. Ramienski ASAP and checks should be made out to "Anthony J.Ramienski"

b. Uniform. The Class "A" uniform will be worn during the tours. Modifications for warmth and/orwetness will be authorized.

c. Fires. Open fires can be built at designated sites at Greenbelt Park. At the request of the parkrangers, patrols MUST bring their own firewood. Because of the exceedingly dry conditions,containers of water for the fire rink are mandatory. A gallon container, per scout, is required forthe patrol fires. Patrols should also bring shovels, entrenching tools, and rakes to enhance firesafety.

d. Meals.Breakfast Lunch Dinner

9DEC Eat before Brown Bag Patrol Option10DEC Patrol Option Patrol Option NA

Water. There is no water on site. You should bring water to drink for the day.Accountability. The troop has estimated that 40 adults/scouts will go to this trip. IF YOU SAYYOU ARE GOING-YOU ARE COMMITTED TO PAY. FAILURE TO SHOW ON THE DAY

OF DEPLOYMENT DOES NOT ABSOLVE YOU FROM PAYMENT. You can opt to participatein a day-only program, without camping, but Mr. Ramienski must be notified. Please use the patrolleader to notify the Senior Patrol Leader, who in turn will inform Mr. Ramienski.

COMMAND AND SIGNAL.a. Current Troop/ Patrol/ Adult leadership is in effect. If the Senior Patrol leader does not deploy. he

will designate the temporary Senior Patrol Leader for the trip.b. The trip coordinator is Mr. Ramienski. His home telephone is 301-570-1743.

CUT HEREPermission Slip for Fort McHenry Weekend: December 9-10, 2000

If I am unavailable, when contacted by phone, I grant permission for any and all emergency medical orsurgical treatment, as deemed necessary by the attending physician, to treat (scout) during the Fort McHenry Weekend on December 9-10, 2000. My son is allergic to the following

medication: I can be reached at ( . Other medical instructions are.

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

SERVICE TO AMERICAAttention Scouts!!! December is the last month to complete your Service to America hours. Please turn inyour blue tracking card to Mrs. Holland at the end of the year. Come out for the Nursing Homes HolidayConcerts if you need more hours.

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Troop 264 Banquet

The Scouts and Leaders of Troop 264 will hold a banquet on Wednesday, December 27, 2000, to celebrate the90th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. The banquet will be held in the cafeteria of Sherwood HighSchool from 5:00 until 10:00 p.m., and will feature world-class skits by all of the patrols. All members ofTroop 264, past and present, members of American Legion Post #68, and friends of the Troop are urged toattend. In particular, we would like to have as many as possible of our Eagles come and be honored for theirachievements.

T. J. Pumpernickel will cater the meal and dessert will be a cake from "The French Confection." Beverages,plates and utensils will be provided by the Troop. Those that would be willing to set-up beforehand and helpclean up afterwards are encouraged to contact the banquet's organizer, Ken Mann, at 301-977-8102. Cost willbe $10.00 for adults and $8.00 for children. Mail the form below (with payment to "BSA-Troop 264") to

Kenneth A. Mann16213 Grist Mill DriveDerwood, Maryland 20855-1804

Deadline: December 18, 2000 (mailed to the above address)

Help: We are actively searching for former members and "old" Eagles of the Troop. If you know of any,and think they may have been forgotten by the Troop, please tell them about the banquet and also notify KenMann. Also, we would appreciate any written recollections and other memorabilia that former memberswould be willing to share with. cut here

Troop 264 Banquet 2000 Reservation Form

Yes, we'd love to attend the Troop 264's Banquet on Wednesday, December 27, at 5:00 p.m. in the cafeteria of

Sherwood High School.

Name:

Position in Troop: During 19 though 19

Address:

City: State: ZIP:

Telephone: E-Mail:

Guests:

Total Number of Adults Total Number of Children Total Number Attending

Payment include (at $10 for adults and $8 for children) $

Please make checks payable to BSA Troop 264. Questions? Call Ken Mann at 301-977-8102.

Primitive Camp outNovember 4-5, 2000

On November 4-5, Troop 264 went primitive camping in Brigham's Woods, in Ashton. We had a cooking

contest. The structures went up easily and they were sturdy. The weather was perfect and the structures werethe best we ever made. At the campfire, we had a Charging of the Ashes ceremony, where we started thecampfire with ashes from previous primitive campouts. We also retired a flag and Mr. Bogan read a memorialto Mr. Brigham.

Cooking Contest Results

1 st – Foxes – Lemon Chicken Casserole, French Bread Pizza and Pineapple Upside Down Cake

2nd – Leopards – Sausage Spiced Foil Dinner

3 rd – Foxes – Shish-Kabobs

The following scouts are credited with 1 night camping, unless otherwise noted:

SCOUTS:Paul, TimSchultz, MikeDickerson, J.P.Dickerson, MichaelFolta, MichaelHarris, JohnKnight, Jeff (day only)Miller,ArielStrickman, PerryTabinski, JamesTash, AlecZuccaro, RobbieFeinberg, KevinFrey, DylanJohnson, MichaelLaing, EricMaxham, AndrewMercado, MichaelStout. RobbieWymelenberg, BrandonCulbertson, ToddDoss, MichaelHedrick, BrandonIrvin, TommyLyon, MattBerg, StuartEmery, DavidGloff, ScottGreenspon, BenGreenspon, Jeff

WebelosScoutsMike SuicaTravis DennisAndrew Hoggard

Laurie, IanRamsey, DannyRamsey, Steven (day only)Widner, TimFeily, StevenHarp, AllenJackman, ScottNovak, JohnUgbolue, JeffHarp, DanielCorrea, KevinIacangelo, SethO'Brien, SeanVanWie, AndrewVanWie, MichaelWeiler, JoeWilbur, TonyCrow, NathanHolland, DannyHolland, J.P.Levy, MitchellO'Lone, LiamPaul, WillStaiger, Brian

SCOUTERS:

Bogan, DennisFeinberg, JayFlottman, JohnFrey, Randy

Lee CoxMike SlaughterKenny AnsorageSean Wilbur

Greenspon, Pam (day only)Greenspon, WaltHarp, LarryHedrick, HaroldHolland, B.P.Iacangelo, JohnIrvin, BobJackman, MikeJohnson, KenKnight, RogerKregloh, Eric (day only)Laing, TonyMaxham, Art (day only)O'Lone, Patrick (day only)Paul, Sr., WillPitts, Les (day only)Tash, Barry (day only)daughter and dog, JennaTash, Egan (day only)VanWie, DavidVanWie, Elaine (day only)Vinson, Brian (day only)Vinson, JeffWidner, MikeWilbur, MarkWymelenberg, Lynn (dayonly) SassyWymelenberg, RickZuccaro, Kim (day only)Zuccaro, JohnZuccaro, Tony

Webelos AdultsTim DennisAl AnsorageTom Mosher

Court of HonorDecember 18, 2000

The December Court of Honor is closing in fast so get your merit badges and rank advancements in by thedeadline of Dec. 1 1 th. The Court of Honor is exactly what it is named-a time to honor scouts for their hardwork and to give them recognition. The last Board of Review for this Court of Honor is December llth. Wewill have snacks and refreshments, patrols will be assigned to bring in something for everyone.

VALLEY FORGE TRIPFebruary, 16-18, 2000

Troop 264 is going back to Valley Forge. Once again, Troop 264 will join Scouts from all over the EasternUnited States at the Cradle of Liberty Council's Valley Forge Encampment. The encampment will be held onPresident's Day Weekend, February 16 — 18, 2001. This year marks the 90th anniversary of Scouting's longestrunning local council event. All participants will receive two special patches commemorating their attendanceat this historic event.

This year's Pilgrimage program will focus on the artillery units and their leader Henry Knox. The schedule forthis year will be similar to last year. We will arrive in the camp area Friday afternoon I evening. Thepilgrimage program is Saturday morning. The Troop will hike the Valley Forge Historic Trail on Saturdayafternoon. All Scouts and leaders who complete the trail will receive the Cradle of Liberty Council's trailmedal. We will break camp on Sunday morning.

We will do all meals by Troop cooking again this year. The cost for the trip including registration fee and foodwill be $30.00 per person. Because we must register early to be included in this event, anyone who wants togo must register with Mr. Sponaugle no later December 27 th , 2000. Full payment is required along with theregistration.

Last year's encampment was a great trip and thoroughly enjoyed by all those who attended. This is a uniqueopportunity, not to be missed. This event offers us a chance to combine a couple of nights of winter campingand fellowship with other Scout Troops while gaining a new perspective on an important part of our nation'shistory.

Family members are encouraged to join the Scouts on this outing. However, the Cradle of Liberty Councilstrictly prohibits younger siblings at the encampment. This is includes Webelos and Cub Scouts. Troops mayNOT bring anyone who is not of age to register as a Boy Scout.

Please get the word out to your patrols so that we can have another big group this year. If you need additionalinformation contact Mr. Sponaugle (301-924-3521).

Valley Forge Trip Registration Form

(scout) will be attending the Valley Forge Pilgrimage andEncampment February 16-18, 2001 with Troop 264. The following family members, (must be at leastminimum Boy Scout age), will also be attending:

Amount Enclosed = Total number attending X $30.00 =

Navy Football Boy Scout Day 2000November 18, 2000

On November 18th , the Troop attended the Navy football game at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis.Some of the scouts got to see the SEAL demonstration, which filled up quickly. Other scouts got to boardsome Navy Yard patrol boats that were in the harbor. We rooted for Navy, but unfortunately, they lost to

Lake Forest. We enjoyed a great tailgate dinner from Adam's Ribs. The following scouts and scoutersattended, along with their guests. If your name was inadvertently left off the list, please contact Mrs.Holland, 301-774-8222.

Long, Mr.Long, Mrs.Bogan, Mr.Bogan, ColleenPaul, Mr.Maxham, Mr.Laing, Mr.Jackman, Mr.Kennedy, Mr.Mindek, Mr.Feily, Mr.Greenspon, Mr.Greenspon, Mrs.Crawford, Mrs.

Emery, Mr.Mann, Mr.Mann, Mrs.Martin, Mr.Correa, Mr.O'Lone, Mr.Kregloh, Mr.Kerr, Mr.

Laurie, Mr.Paul, Will Jr.Laing, EricMaxham, AndrewKennedy, TedMindek, Rick

Mindek, StephenCrawford, BryanEmery, DavidGreenspon, JeffGreenspon, BenFeily, SteveEmery, BeckyJackman, ScottCorrea, KevinKregloh, EricO'Lone, LiamLaurie, IanMartin, MattKregloh, Eric

DUTCH OVENLemon Broccoli Chicken w/ Rice Casserole

(First place – prize winning recipe from the Primitive Campout

1 1/2 lbs. boneless chicken breast cut into 1. Line Dutch oven with 2 layers of heavy foil1-inch cubes

2. Mix together the soup, broth, lemon juice, and pepper1 can cream of broccoli soup

and se aside.1 cup uncooked rice

3. Lay cut of chicken pieces evenly in bottom of oven.2 1/2 cups of chicken broth

4. Sprinkle the rice evenly over top of chicken.

Juice of one lemon

5. Pour mixture from step 2 over the top the rice.

Lemon slices (thin)

6. Place thin lemon slices on top of casserole.

1/8 teaspoon black pepper 7. Line Dutch oven top with foil and place on top of

oven.

Place red coals on ground. Place Dutch oven on top of coals. Place coals on top of Dutch oven andspread out evenly. Turn top 1/4 turn after 20-30 minutes of cooking, adding more coals if needed.

Cooking time approx. 60 minutes.

Jo

Patrol Corner

Cobras: New Patrol Leader is Michael Schulz. The patrol is taking a 5-mile orienteering hike this November 25th for aSecond Class requirement.

Eagles: Three members of the Eagle Patrol are currently working on their Eagle Projects. The patrol attended thePrimitive Campout and Scouting for Food..

Foxes: For the second year in a row, the Fox patrol won the cooking contest at the Primitive Camp-Out. This years-winning recipe was Dutch Oven Lemon Broccoli Chicken w/ Rice Casserole. They also made biscuits and little Frenchbread pizzas in the reflector oven. And for dessert they made Upside Down Pineapple Cake in the box ovens. They had agreat time cooking and experimenting with the different methods of cooking. Their new patrol leader is Dylan Frey.Their new assistant PL in Brandon Wymelenberg.

Leopards: The Leopards visited the Friends Nursing Home on November 11th . They played music, sang songs, and helpwith the balloon volleyball game. Ian Laurie showed a talent of his and juggled. Steve Feily advanced to rank of Scout.Our new Patrol . Leader is Tim Widner. Our Assistant Patrol Leader is Ben Greenspon.

Junior Leader TrainingOctober 28 th, 2000 – 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM

On October 28th , Junior Leader Training was held at Georgia Avenue Baptist Church. In addition,Den Chief Training was conducted by Mr. Glenn Horton at the Greenspon's. The following scoutswere trained.

Leadership Training Den Chief TrainingScott Berg Ben GreensponJeremy Holland Seth IacangeloTommy Irvin Matt LyonsMitchell Levy Michael Mercado

Tim Widner Sean O'Brien******************************************************************************************************************************

Winter Camp-OutBy Kevin Correa

On the weekend of January 5-7, 2001, we are going either to Rocky Gap or Pine Grove Furnace State Park forour annual winter campout. We are trying to get the place that is almost guaranteed snow. It is going to bePatrol cooking. Remember to bring plenty of hot liquids and foods when planning menus. Departure to homewill be at patrols' leisure after breakfast on Sunday. If it is a nice morning, you may want to explore more ofthe park. If you think you will be traveling home around lunchtime you should probably plan on havingmoney for a "McDonalds" break. We will be sledding during the day if it snows. Bring your sleds and anyother things you want to bring for the snow. Don't forget to bring extra clothes. CUT HERE

Permission Slip for Winter Camp-Out: January 6-7, 2000

If I am unavailable, when contacted by phone, I grant permission for any and all emergency medical or

surgical treatment, as deemed necessary by the attending physician, to treat

(scout) during the Winter Camp-Out on January 6-7, 2000. My son is allergic to the following medication:

I can be reached at ( ) - . Other medical instructions are:

Parent/Guardian signature: Date:

ADVANCEMENT INFORMATION PAGE

BOARD of REVIEW (BOR)

Any scout needing a Board of Review should call Mr.Jackman @ (301-774-1670) no later than two Sundays (8days) before the scheduled Board of Review. Failure togive proper notification will delay your BOR for a month.

If your scout is scheduled for a BOR, he must bring anadult with him. That adult is needed to sit on a BOR foranother scout. This way we can accommodate all scoutsstriving fort advancement.

Scout dress code for BOR will include Class "A" shirt,neckerchief, slide, and scout pants (khaki or black pantscan be substituted). A scout hat is preferred.

SCOUT SPIRIT for ADVANCEMEN

We all recognize that Scout Spirit is hard to evaluate. Weknow Scout Spirit includes being helpful and cheerful,but it is more than that... it's giving back. In an effort toassist Patrol dads in recognizing Scout Spirit, thefollowing guidelines are offered. Our troop believes thatprior to each advancement, participation in the followingactivities exemplify the essences of Scout Spirit:

• A minimum of 1 nursing home visit• Participation in at least 1 fundraiser• At least 4 overnight outings per year

• Good deeds done outside of scouts

The Patrol Dad, not a senior scout, is responsible forsigning off on Scout Spirit prior to your Scoutmaster

Conference.

SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCES

Any scout needing a Scoutmaster Conference foradvancement up through 1st class, needs to contact oneof the following for a conference:

Mr. Lanson 301-774-8040Mr. Long 301-924-4365Mr. Pitts 301-774-3208Mr. Predoehi 301-774-0974Mr. Vinson 301-924-2702Mr. Zuccaro 301-774-0824

Scoutmaster Conferences for Star, Life, and Eagle mustbe held with Mr. Bogan (301-774-2768)

BOR for STAR and LIFE SCOUTADVANCEMENTS

While ropes and compasses are provided for youngerranks, by the time you are ready for Star and Lifeadvancement, you should be responsible enough to bringyour own knot rope and compass for your BOR. We arerequiring all scouts who are advancing to Star or Life tobring a knot rope and compass to their BOR.

LIFE and EAGLE SCOUTSas ADVISORY BOR MEMBERS

If you are a Life or Eagle Scout and would like to sit ona Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, or Star BOR, asa "Technical Expert", call Mr. Jackman (301-774-1670).

You would be the fourth person on the Board. While

you wouldn't have a vote, you would have input into the

decision making process and add invaluable knowledgeand insight by asking questions that perhaps scouterswouldn't think to ask. This is a great way to give backto and maintain the quality of your troop.

Horseback RidingBy Kevin Correa

The Shark Patrol went to look at Elk Mountain Trails for the March 10th horseback riding trip. We went on aone hour ride in a wooded trail and then we road in a scenic pasture where you could see a long way. We are

trying to get them to do the Horsemanship merit badge with us, but we are not sure if they are going to be able

to offer that to us. The three rides that we are considering are a 1-hour mountain trail ride good for beginners, a1-1/2 hour ride through park and wildlife overlooks, and a 3-hour ride on the C&O canal for the early morning.

DER OAmangamek-Wipit Lodge #470

Banquet 2000

WHEN: Saturday, December 16 2000; 11:30 am to 3:00 pm; Exhibits open at 10:30

WHERE: Hilton McLean Tyson's Corner, 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, Virginia 22102

COST: $20.00 per person

MENU: A full "seated & served" luncheon banquet, with a chicken entrée, is planned.

CONTACT: Virginia Area (South) is hosting this year's Banquet. The points of contact are:Josh Blake Chairman (703) 497-0746 jblake@lan.tjhsst.eduRich Havel Adviser (540) 659-4765 RichBSAquia@aol.com

NOTES: Program advertisements are being solicited by teams from the host Area (Patriot,Occoquan, Aquia and Mattaponi Chapters). If anyone would like to place anadvertisement in the banquet program, please contact the Event Chairman or hisAdviser.

MAIL THE FORM BELOW (with payment) to: Order of the ArrowBoy Scouts of America9190 Rockville PikeBethesda, MD 20814-3897

DEADLINE: December 4, 2000 (receipt at above address)

Please see the refund policy on the Web: http://mars.umd.edu/oa/ - follow links to Banquet Site

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OA Lodge Banquet 2000 (December 16, 2000) Reservation Form

Name: OA Member? Y N (Circle one)

Address: OA Chapter:

City: State: Zip:

Phone: EMail:

Guests:

Total number of attendees: Payment included (at $20 per person): $

Check (Payable to NCAC, BSA, Lodge Banquet) Credit Card q VISA [II MasterCard

AMEX q DiscoverCard # Expiration Date:

Name on card: Signature:

Payment:

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do Wymelenberg3621 Martin's Dairy Circle

Olney, MD 20832

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