2021 #4

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From August 27 to August 29, Quentin Q., Adam L.,
Alex N., and Michael M. attended the first weekend of
their National Youth Leadership Training. After
arriving, the troop members were split into many
different patrols so that they may enhance their skills
working with other scouts. Over the weekend, they
learned communication skills to work with fellow
scouts in superior ways and participated in team
building exercises to enhance their teamwork and the
bonds within their patrols. At mealtime, the patrols
were given ingredients for a meal, but they were not
given specific directions. The members of the patrols
had to work together to fix a meal for themselves that
they believed was the intended meal given the
ingredients provided. Overall, the members who
attended acquired many new leadership techniques
which they will surely use to enhance their troop
through their own management.
 Scoutmaster’s Minute PAGE 2

TROOP POSITIONS
SPL* - Zach C.
ASPL* – Alex N.
Patrol Leaders*
War Machines – David H.
Eagle – Adam
..
Special Forces – Quentin
Assistant Patrol Leaders
War Machines – TBD
Eagle – TBD
Special Forces – TBD
Scribe* - Michael M.
Quartermaster*– Zach M.
Troop Guide – Brendan
Chaplain Aid – Patrick
Historian – Jake
Webmaster*– Seth
Leave no Trace – Quentin
OA Representative – TBD
*Denotes PLC member

September 11th Blue Ceremony

Troop 284 participated with

two other troops as color
guard for this
commemoration and blessing
of the vehicles. We had a fine
showing in dress class as with
our troop colors and 16
American flags in procession.
The National Anthem was
performed and followed by
the Pledge of Allegiance.
After the Mass, we went
outside for the blessing of the
vehicles and Larimer Fire
Department then had to
hustle out to a call!
Our Troop was well
represented at this event.
 Fall Court of Honor PAGE 3

Through a great few months of camping, learning, and adventuring, Troop

284 has finally reached its Court of Honor on September 12th. Held at
Elizabeth Community Center, the Court of Honor began with a few short words
from our Scoutmaster. Then, scouts were called up to receive their hard-
earned awards. Billy B., Zach M., and Nicholas T. earned the rank of Scout.
Ryan Z. earned the rank of Second Class, and Jake Q. earned the rank of First
Class. Quentin Q. earned the rank of Star Scout. Brendon Z., Ethan C., and
Michael M. all earned the rank of Life Scout. David H. and Zach M. even
earned a few Eagle Palms. After the ranks and badges were awarded, a brief
presentation regarding the upcoming trip to Maine was given to the troop along
with a survey of interest. Scouts learned a bit more about what they can expect
to do and see on this next adventure. Finally, scouts and their families were
able to enjoy a dinner while talking over their accomplishments.
 September Heritage Outing PAGE 4

Troop 284’s September Heritage outing was not only a great learning experience, but it was a great adventure
too. After setting up camp on Friday, the troop made their own snacks before heading to bed. On Saturday, the
troop tested a new recipe. Baking eggs and cheese inside of a pepper, all within a foil pack. The scouts gathered
at the waterfront after breakfast to start canoeing. After getting their buddies, the scouts then had to figure out
how to steer the canoe in a straight line. When this obstacle was cleared, the troop went on a bit of an expedition,
canoeing all the way to the entrance of the camp. Once there, the scouts explored a woodland path and a shelter
built in the image of a pirate ship. Once they were back at their starting point, some of the scouts decided that it
would be beneficial to practice flipping and subsequently un-swamping canoes. The scouts who undertook the
challenge all walked away with a better understanding of what to do in the case of a flip. Back at camp, the troop
prepared a great teriyaki dinner, complete with chicken, vegetables, and an enormous amount of rice, all the while
the senior patrol leader insisted that the meal needed more garlic. The next day, the troop tried Zach’s apple
breakfast. It was a good backpacking meal, although the troop unanimously agreed that the meal could do without
clove in the recipe. Finally, the troop policed the area, packed up, and departed from Heritage. The outing proved
that fun and learning could be derived from the same experience.
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October Moraine Outing

Troops weathered the storm! Quinton, Jake, Carson, and Patrick attended the Moraine Trails Campappaloosa and learned
a ton about foul weather camping. The guys planned a good menu, highlighted with Dutch oven lasagna.
They took part in a service project and watched a skydiver. They also met search and rescue dogs and talked about how
they might work with our team Search and Rescue Team. Mr. C. and Mr. D. learned what we need to practice!

Troop 284 Meeting Calendar 2021

Date Time Location Event
nd,
Nov 2 Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church Troop Meeting
Nov 6th, Saturday TBD North Huntingdon/Irwin Pie/Luminaria Flyer distribution
Nov 9th, Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church Troop Meeting (Poinsettia and Pie orders due)
Nov 11-13 Weekend Camp Bucco Outing
Nov 15th, Monday, 6:30 – 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church PLC Meeting
Nov 16th, Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 PM Mr. Minnick’s garage Float build
Nov 18th, Thursday Downtown Irwin Light up night parade
Nov 20th, Saturday 9:00 – 2:00 PM Norwin Area Luminaria flyer distribution
Nov 22nd, Monday 6:30 - 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church Committee Meeting
Nov 23rd, Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church PLC meeting/Troop Meeting
Nov 24th, Wed TBD First Presbyterian Church Thanksgiving Pie delivery
Nov 30th, Tuesday NO TROOP MEETING
Dec 2nd, Thursday 5:30-9:00 PM Busy Beaver Norwin Christmas stand setup (MANDATORY)
Dec 3-5 Various Busy Beaver Norwin Christmas Tree Sales
Dec 7th, Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church Wreath & Poinsettia drive thru/ Troop Meeting
Dec 10-12 Various Busy Beaver Norwin Christmas Tree Sales
Dec 13th, Monday 6:30 – 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church PLC Meeting
Dec 14th, Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church Troop Meeting
Dec 18-19 TBD Mr. Minnick’s garage Luminaria build/delivery
Dec 21st, Tuesday 6:30 – 8:00 PM TBD Troop Christmas Party
Dec 22-Jan 3rd Troop Holiday Break