All: If you are going to Roger’s Environmental Center this Saturday 10/25, we will be leaving from Myles School at 8 AM. We are sleeping in leantos and tents. We will be working on Mammal Study MB. You need to bring a bag lunch for Saturday. You need to BE PREPARED for the weather this time of year. It is forecast to be 40 to 50 with possible showers. Please also bring your camp mug, scout book and a pencil/pen.

The troop committee meeting is Weds Oct 29 at Myles 6 PM. We will be discussing upcoming events, finances and need for more parent involvement. Parents are encouraged to attend. The Troop meeting this week will include Halloween costumes and treats. John Devlin will also cover the DEA Red Ribbon Patch Program at the meeting.

The popcorn delivery is set for next Thursday Oct 30. You need to pick your orders up at Myles School between 6 and 7 PM. No exceptions! We could use a couple of adults to help sort the orders from 4:30 to 6 PM.

Dear Parents,

On Saturday evening, there will be a Zombie Walk in Downtown Utica. The Zombie Walk is a charity event where the whole family can dress up as zombies and “shuffle” up Genesee Street as only zombies can. We would like to get a contingent of scouts there. Actually we would like to get a contingent of Zombie scouts and families to participate. You will need to do your own costumes and make up. Each person attending should bring a food item to donate or pet food item to donate. Other than that, there is no cost involved. There will be lots of entertainment as well. Go to this webpage for more information.

All scout families should plan on meeting in the Council Parking lot at 5pm on Saturday to finalize your costumes and props, then we will walk down to the start at the Stanley together. The parade of undead starts at 7pm. This is not an official council or unit event, but it just seemed like a fun thing to do. Therefore we will need parents to make sure that arrangements have been made for their children. This will not be a drop off and pick up later type of event, instead we need a responsible adult to accompany your scout. For example if your son wants to do the event and you cannot accompany him, please make arrangements with another parent to be responsible for your son. This is very much like a disorganized parade of shuffling and groaning zombies and the Troop cannot supervise everyone.

Remember, this is a family event, heck, bring your zombie dog and cat. It can be fun for everyone.

Email Kirk Evans at kirkevans@gmail.com if you have any questions.

This is a reminder that all popcorn and candy order forms are due in this week at the scout meeting. Donna Blenis and Michele Smith will be there to collect them.

Also we have firmed up the campout plans for Oct 25-26 at Roger’s Conservation Center in Sherburne. We will be leaving Myles on the 25th at 800AM and return Sunday around 1000AM. They are going to set up a seminar on Mammals of NY. I sent them a copy of the Mammals Study MB. Attached are the work sheets which go along with this MB. If you want to do this MB print the sheets and bring them to the campout. We will be planning menus this week.
Requirements-for-Mammal-Study-Merit-Badge–PDF
Requirements-for-Mammal-Study-Merit-Badge–Word

The Scoutwire newsletter for 10/10/2014 is attached below in PDF format:
SCOUTWIRE-20141010

OF SPECIAL NOTE– A great picture of Scouts from Troop 4 competing in the Might Run!

This is a reminder that we will be having a Court of Honor this Wed at 7 PM. For those of you who are new, this is our awards night and parents should make every effort to attend. We will have refreshments!

Following the Court of Honor ceremonies, we will be presenting the BSA Youth Protection Program. This explains what the BSA expects from leaders and those attending BSA functions. It is required training biannually for all adults.

COUNCIL CALENDAR
Always be updated on upcoming events by checking the Council Calendar. Here’s what’s up next:
10/3-5: OA Fall Induction
10/3-5: Beaver Weekend: Camp Russell
10/4-5: Fall Family Camp and Trailblazers
10/11: University of Scouting
10/17: Popcorn Orders Due
10/17-19: Trekking Technologies & Techniques

FALL FAMILY CAMP & TRAILBLAZER PROGRAM
Cubs: get ready for the 2014 Fall Family Camp & Trailblazer Program! Bring your entire family to Camp Kingsley the weekend of October 4-5 and have fun together on the trolley line, bouldering wall, climbing tower, range and much more! Don’t forget to bring your fishing gear, pinewood derby cars and raingutter regatta boats! Cost is $15/person. Click here to register. For questions, email Cory Jenner at cny.jenners@gmail.com

BEAVER WEEKEND AT CAMP RUSSELL
Beaver Weekend is October 3-5 at Camp Russell. This is your opportunity to give back by helping with camp improvements and maintenance. Please register by calling the Scout Service Center at 735-4437, or email Council Properties Chair, Paul Obernesser at obe390@twcny.rr.com Lunch will be provided. If you are a member of the Order of the Arrow please register through the OA.

UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING
University of Scouting will be held on October 11 at Utica College with classes from 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4/5:00pm. Sign in will be in MacFarlane hall starting at 8:00am. Preregistration is encouraged. The cost is $10/person which includes paperwork, a UoS 2014 patch and lunch. Coffee and donuts will be available from the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity or the UC History Club. Click here for the course descriptions and schedule of courses. Click here to download the registration form. For questions, email Paul Obernesser at obe390@twcny.rr.com

CAMPMASTER TRAINING
RTC is in need of Campmasters at Camp Russell and Cedarlands Scout Reservation to help units staying at camp on the weekends throughout the year and to encourage more year-round use of our camps. Campmasters check units in and out of camp, make sure units follow camp rules and procedures, and help units by answering any questions they might have. After the Beaver Weekend, on Sunday, October 5 at 12:00pm, Al Schrader will conduct a training session for Campmasters wishing to serve at Camp Russell. Anyone interested in being a Campmaster at Russell is encouraged to attend. For more info, email Mike Petipas at mrp341@gmail.com

ORDER OF THE ARROW FALL INDUCTION
The members of Ga-Hon-Ga Lodge invite all Arrowmen and Ordeal Candidates to the 2014 Fall Induction Weekend to be held October 3-5, 2014 at Camp Russell. All members eligible for Brotherhood are asked to attend and seal their membership in the Order of the Arrow. A full weekend of service, fellowship and fun is planned. Sign in for ordeal candidates starts at 7:00 p.m. on October 3rd. The event ends 10:30 a.m. Sunday, October 5th. Click here to visit the Lodge website for more information.

TREKKING TECHNIQUES & TECHNOLGIES
Bring your Troop or Crew to Camp Russell the weekend of October 17th for RTC’s Trek Tech2! Practice trekking technologies and techniques you need to be at home in the wilderness. Click here for more information and registration. For any questions, email Matt Jacobs at matt.jacobs@twcny.rr.com

SCOUTING FOR FOOD
Scouting for Food is November 1 & 8. Units were asked to fill out a questionnaire which was included in their Kickoff packet. The information is needed to help coordinate this Council Service Project so that we maximize the area covered without double coverage or missing areas. The activities committee is securing bags and door hangers for this event. Click here to download the questionnaire, fill it out and return it to the Scout Service Center.

NOTICE: NRA SHOTGUN INSTRUCTOR COURSE CANCELLED
The NRA Shotgun instructor course, scheduled for the weekend of October 24-26, has been cancelled. Be on the lookout for future opportunities.

Trekking Technologies & Techniques (Trek Tech2)
Oct. 17-19, 2014 at Camp Russell

Scouts and Venturers will learn and practice the techniques and technologies they need to be at home in the wilderness.

This program is action-filled. It is a hands-on way to learn how to:

· Select and fit a backpack

· Navigate using a map and compass and a GPS

· Prepare, package, and cook inexpensive trail meals

· Leave no trace

· Stay clean and healthy on the trail

· Keep bears and other critters from getting your food

· Purify water using six different techniques

· Light and maintain different types of trail stoves

· Quickly set up a trail camp

· Keep a group happy on the trail when everybody is grumpy, wet, tired, and cold

This program is for all Venturers and for Boy Scouts that are First Class and above.

The event will start at 7:00 PM on Friday night and end at 9:00 PM on Sunday morning. Participants will sleep indoors on Friday night and in tents (provided) on Saturday night.

The cost is $20 per person. A checklist of what to bring will be sent to each person that registers. No special gear or equipment is needed.

Contact matt.jacobs@twcny.rr.com if you have any questions.

This past weekend the scouts went camping out at the Mighty Run at the Masonic Care Community. The weekend was filled with scouting activities, service during the run and some of the scouts did the Mighty Mite Run. On Saturday two scouts, Matthew Cioni and Liam Evans, ran the Mighty Run. They did great and some pictures from the Camp-out are posted below.

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COUNCIL CALENDAR
Always be updated on upcoming events by checking the Council Calendar. Here’s what’s up next:
9/5-7: Cedarlands Beaver Weekend
9/8: ADK Roundtable
9/12-14: Council Fall Camporee
9/19-21: Camp Kingsley Beaver Weekend
9/22: Powderhorn Roundtable
9/27: Cub Scout Emergency Preparedness

RTC WELCOMES NEW PH DISTRICT EXECUTIVE
The RTC would like to welcome our new Powderhorn District Executive, Aaron Decker. Aaron has been a member of Revolutionary Trails Council for 17 years; from Cub Scouts, to achieving Eagle, to being an integral member of Camp staff for nine years. Aaron received both his Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees from the State University of New York at Fredonia. In his spare time, Aaron enjoys performing and teaching percussion. To contact Aaron, call him at the office at 315-735-4437 ext. 216, or send him an email: aaron.decker@scouting.org.

FALL CAMPOREE AT THE MIGHTY RUN
RTC’s Fall Camporee will be held September 12-14 at The Mighty Run! Second year Webelos (attached to a Troop), Boy Scouts and Venturers are all invited to come out to the Masonic Care Community to work on advancement requirements, climb the tower, learn about camp, earn community service hours and participate in The Mighty Run. Click here to register today! For more information, email Rolland Miner: rolland.miner@scouting.org

JOIN SCOUTING NIGHTS BEGIN
Our annual Join Scouting Nights are beginning this week! We’re starting to distribute flyers to schools, but we could use your help. If you know any of parent or boy who might be interested in Scouting, give them a call and invite them to your Unit’s Join Scouting Night! To find out when your Join Scouting Night is, email Diane Drake (diane.drake@scouting.org) or Aaron Decker (aaron.decker@scouting.org) or give them a call at the Scout Service Center at 315-735-4437.

CAMP RUSSELL TO HOST NRA SHOTGUN INSTRUCTOR COURSE
The Boy Scouts of America recognizes shooting sports as one of their best recruiting activities! With that in mind; over the course of October 24th-26th, I will be conducting an NRA Shotgun Instructor course for registered Scouters. This course is being offered to those with prior firearm experience, ages 21+, but Scouts and Scouters under the age of 21 who are interested in becoming assistant instructors (age 18-20), or apprentice instructors (age 13-17) are encouraged to attend. This course will be held October 24-26 at Camp Russell in Woodgate, NY. Click here for more on the course, costs and how to register. For questions, email Dave Roberts: dave_r_jr@yahoo.com

YOUR PURCHASES ON AMAZON CAN SUPPORT SCOUTING
Do you shop Amazon? A new e-book for your kindle, new camping equipment, a regular monthly order of coffee, or whatever? Every purchase you make can support Scouting right here in our Council without affecting the price you pay. Click this link to start your shopping now. You’ll be able to log in as usual and feel good knowing that 5% or more supports local Scouting here in Central New York. Note this only works through a web browser and not through the Amazon app on your smartphone. For questions, email Siobhan Woods: siobhan.woods@scouting.org

POPCORN
Popcorn season is now in full swing! This year, we are not distributing popcorn at Teal’s, so be on the lookout for a new date and location for popcorn distribution. If you need a little motivation, come on down to the Scout Service Center to check out our display case of this year’s prizes! For more information on popcorn, contact Rolland Miner: rolland.miner@scouting.org

CUB SCOUTS: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS 9/27
KnoWhat2DO – Think. Prepare. Act. Bring your family and friends to Homeland Security Training Center at the old Oneida County Airport in Oriskany, Saturday, September 27 at 9:30AM. Come out to learn about all the ways you can be prepared for all kinds of emergencies. It’s also your chance to explore emergency vehicles like fire trucks and patrol cars; talk to members of the Army, the State Police, Sherriff’s Deputies, DEA Agents and meet McGruff! Cost is $5/youth and includes a patch. For more information, email Diane Drake: diane.drake@scouting.org

POSITION ELIMINATED
The Council has eliminated the Development Director position. For development inquiries, please email (stevenk.mcewan@scouting.org) or call the Scout Executive, Steven McEwan, at 315-735-4437 ext. 218.

CONDOLENCES TO THE SPONBURGH FAMILY
The Council would like to send its condolences to Mrs. Nina Sponburgh, the wife of long-time Scouter Gar Sponburgh. After a courageous battle with cancer, Nina passed away on September 2nd, with her family by her side. Gar and Nina were married for 57 years, and enjoyed travelling across the United States, camping up north and spending their winters in Arizona together. Click here to read the full obituary, for information on services and for the opportunity to send online condolences.

VOLUNTEER TO CARRY FLAG IN 9/11 MEMORIAL PARADE
Scouts are being asked to carry the flag in a September 11th remembrance parade in New York Mills, Thursday, September 11. Scouts will meet at the New York Mills Fire Department at 5:40 PM. Those interested should contact Elaine Montroseat 315-736-3908 by Friday, September 5. For questions, email Aaron Decker: aaron.decker@scouting.org

CUB SCOUT FALL FAMILY CAMP & TRAILBLAZER PROGRAM
Cubs: bring your families and join us for the Cub Scout Fall Camporee & Trailblazer Program! Scouts and their guests will be able to enjoy the trolley line, bouldering wall, climbing tower, range activities, hiking, crafts, pumpkin bowling, fishing (bring your own gear and bait, pinewood derby and raingutter regatta. Cost is $15/person, which includes event patch, lunch, dinner and a continental breakfast on Sunday. Click here to register, or contact Cory Jenner (cny.jenners@gmail.com) for additional information.