Webelos Invade Troop 20!

Yes, it's that time of year when Webelos (We'll be loyal scouts) begin to prowl scout meetings looking for the perfect troop to join. We had the privilege to host two groups of Webelos on Monday night's troop meeting. Pack 9 and Pack 20 both had a host of Webelos assaulting the scout hut of Troop 20, and asking what do Boy Scouts do?








On this Monday before a 20 mile hike, the Webelos got a chance to practice new skills in caring for sprained ankles and other 1st aid problems common to hiking. They probably also gazed in wonder at these older, larger scouts who would dare to hike 20 miles in one 24 hour period. I believe that the Webelos will be up to the challenge as they seemed totally enthused by their participation in instruction, games and fellowship with real Boy Scouts. Troop 20 is preparing to welcome a new group of scouts and prepare them for adventure, fun and learning...

Etiwan District Presents Dan Miklancic with District Award of Merit and Troop 20 awarded Centennial Quality Unit

Congratulations to our own Dan Miklancic who was awarded one of the two Etiwan District Awards of Merit on Thursday night, 12 February, at Mount Pleasant Presbyterian church fellowship hall, site of the Etiwan District banquet.

Dan was recognized for his dedicated work with the Boy Scouts. He has served two years as Scoutmaster, three years as Assistant Scoutmaster and two years as Troop Advancement Coordinator. Dan was also noted for his volunteer work with home school students and youth at his church, East Cooper Baptist. His example to scouts and scouters has been exemplary. Dan's planning and leadership resulted in a superb Etiwan District camporee last fall at Santee Coastal Reserve.

We are blessed to have a Scouter of Dan's caliber in our troop. As I entered the fellowship hall for the banquet, Dan was sitting at a table filling out a blue card before presenting it to me for a signature...Congratulations Dan on an award well deserved!!!

Congratulations also to John Epperson, who received the other District Award of Merit for service as Pack Roundtable Coordinator and his service to the Cub Scout community. John has been along with our troop on several campouts along with his son, Star scout, Cameron Epperson... indirectly Troop 20 took both District Awards of Merit last night, a nice reflection on our troop which received a Centennial Quality Unit award at the banquet. Keep up the great work scouts, scouters and parents!!!

Summer camp at Ho Non Wah, 14-20 June

Troop 20 will attend summer camp at Ho Non Wah the week of 14-20 June.
Total cost if paid before May 15 is $185 (after is $195). We will be taking the first deposit of $50 beginning 09 February. Payment schedule is Feb - $50, March - $50, April - $85.

There are two High Adventure programs at Ho Non Wah for scouts 14 years or older: the 50 Mile Canoe trip and the Sailing trek. Scouts must be 1st class and meet other requirements (see Ho Non Wah web site for more detail, left of page on the blog).

Camp conducts a Woodsman program for 1st year scouts that concentrates on the fundamental skills and principals of Boy Scout camping.

Other scouts will be selecting their merit badge selections and other activities in the next few months.I will be putting out a more detailed letter to parents within the next month. Again, Ho Non Wah's web site is listed on my favorite links located at the top left of my blog.

Stephen Mattox Eagle Project - Volunteer Now

From Stephen: If you are in need of some achievement service hours, join me during my Eagle Service Project near the Red Roof Inn. This area will service the new Mount Pleasant Waterfront Park.
Call me or email me if you can help any Saturday in February from 9AM--2PM. RSVP is required by Thursday of each week as I will call you to confirm. You will need to bring your own personal hedge clipper or shrub pruner. Bring your own personal gloves as they are strongly recommended. There are sharp thorny vines, therefore you will also need to wear thick jeans, a long sleeve shirt, and a hat! A sandwich lunch will be offered. Thanks Stephen Mattox

Read more here on the town's commemorative brick program to honor veterans past and present.