Archive for the ‘T16’ Category

Summer camp @ PV Parent Links & Docs

Posted by Colleen Combest on June 28, 2021

Access the Parent Guide, updated Covid-19 information, and other information on the  PV Summer Camp Countdown Page

Program Guide – As of April 28, 2021

COVID-19 Update and Policies – As of June 2, 2021

DAC Departure Day Screening This form must be filled out for each person attending camp on the departure day. Bring the paper form to camp.

COVID-19 Health Screening: Prior to camp, all participants will be required to monitor symptoms and take a body temperature daily. This will be tracked through CampDoc. If for some reason it cannot be tracked online or days were missed online, a paper form is available here: DAC Pre-Camp Health Screening.

Cowboy Action Permission Form – shooting event on Wednesday for older boys age 14+ (or 13 and finished 8th grade)

Pool Party & Picnic at Stonegate South Pool

Posted by Colleen Combest on June 8, 2021

Troop Pool Party & Picnic at the Stonegate South Pool. June 15, 2021 6:00-8:30pm  Bring the family and your swimsuits for swim checks and to play in the pool. Please RSVP in TroopTrack. Cost is free. Bring your own picnic dinner this year.  Everyone will receive a ticket for one free item from the pool snack bar ie: a beverage or an ice cream.   Stonegate Village – South pool 10326 Stonegate Parkway Parker, CO 80134

We will need some volunteers to help with check-in and everyone’s help with cleanup at the end.  The pool entrance is now at the gate on the north side of the parking lot.

Nate Smith- Scoutmaster

Flag Retirement – Troop Meeting May 18

Posted by Colleen Combest on May 17, 2021

May 18 will be a flag retirement ceremony.  7pm-8:30pm

Location is PUMC outdoor stage. Please wear your full ClassA uniform with neckerchief and sash.

Flags For Fallen Vets – May 30 Service Project

Posted by Colleen Combest on April 20, 2021

Troop – We have a special service opportunity on May 30, 2021 to plant flags at the Fort Logan National Cemetery.  The mission of Flags For Fallen Vets is to ensure an American flag is placed upon every veteran’s grave site at each National Cemetery on Memorial Day to honor and remember those who have served and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today.   Please RSVP for service hours and then register directly at FlagsForFallenVets.com to get your tickets. One ticket per person.

https://bsa16.trooptrack.com/plan/events/1274574

Nathan Saari – Eagle Scout!

Posted by Colleen Combest on April 1, 2021

Congratulations Nathan Saari! Troop 16’s 161st Eagle Scout! Nathan’s project was building a new gaga ball pit for Parker United Methodist Church’s youth program.

 

Castlewood Canyon March 27 8am-6pm

Posted by Colleen Combest on March 27, 2021

Join the Troop at Castlewood Canyon State Park on March 27 from 8am-6pm in Parking Area #1. There is no fee for this campout but you will need to pay to enter the park.

Breakfast Lunch and Dinner will be served. Please bring your own water and mess kits.  You will be able to work on the Cooking, Geology, and Environmental Science merit badges.  Please print worksheets and bring them with you for the merit badges you want to work on. As always bring your 10 essentials, a good pair of hiking shoes, and dress in layers for the weather.

Mr. Smith is the host for this campout.

Firewood Service Project Feb 20

Posted by Colleen Combest on February 8, 2021

Troop – We have a service opportunity on Feb 20th. We will be helping to load firewood that will be taken to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. This is one of poorest areas in the country and many people here depend on firewood for heat.  You can earn 5 hours of credit. You will need a water bottle, boots, work gloves and long pants and a long sleeve shirt. Lunch will be provided. We have space for 15 volunteers. Let me know if you have questions.

9AM – 2PM  Lincoln Mountain Open Space.  7333 Jones Road, Larkspur, CO  80118

Location is south of Castlewood Canyon State Park on just off Highway 83.  RSVP on TroopTrack.

https://bsa16.trooptrack.com/plan/events/1259901?fbclid=IwAR0dBKGwcBiS5mnCxnJVYP5DJC5jmTW0bNvOQHlSNi6h1Zxfh88CS74uXHw

Nate Smith, Scoutmaster

2021 Recharter is open on Trooptrack

Posted by Colleen Combest on October 6, 2020

Ready for lots of scouting fun in 2021?  Recharter/Registration is open now!  Click on the link to RSVP and pay on Trooptrack.  Payment/RSVP is due by Nov 6, 2020.  Anyone with a YPT expiration date prior to March 2021 needs to complete YPT by the payment deadline in order to recharter with the Troop.

Scouts  $66 + $12 for BoysLife

Adults  $42

https://bsa16.trooptrack.com/plan/events/1226337?token=aYgnITwXbMFr1cHaArQGXYiqA0HVLVXSv9LPxI6hve54gj3u52e6_1Bks-E6_abqp6K70gZ_QsEd3Tx917MY4MaFaIFNQnKxQYu0uq4MRK5mgqHAIfGYp64tV84JMYWe

 

Aug 11 Troop Meeting Paperflower Park 7pm

Posted by Colleen Combest on August 11, 2020

Troop Meeting Aug 11 at 7pm at Paperflower Park.

Aug 11 – Each patrol has a budget of $25 to plan a fun game

Aug 18 – Unit elections, campout planning, and a backpacking food demo.

Aug 22 – Castlewood Canyon Day Hike & Home Camping

Aug 25 – PLC and Troop Committee Meeting

BSA Swim Tests – Sign up today!

Posted by Colleen Combest on July 27, 2020
BSA Swim Tests at Stonegate Pool
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A4BACA72FA2F49-bsaswim

Don’t miss your chance to do your BSA swim test at the south Stonegate Pool (10326 Stonegate Parkway, Parker, CO)

Friday July 31, Friday Aug 7, or Monday Aug 10  6am-8:30am

Space is limited.  Open to scouts and adults.  Tests are good for one year.

Sea Base FL participants – we will have a certified lifeguard on site who can sign off on our swim checks.

Masks and social distancing are required while waiting for your test.  Please arrive 15 minutes before your swim time.

Sign up today!

Troop 16 - Parker's High Adventure Troop