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TROOP 65
Delphos, Ohio
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TROOP 65 Delphos, Ohio
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Super Weekend - Jan. 17-18, 2004
We started the day at Doug Ditto's, working on our sleds for the Klondike Derby. Some patrols (Venture, Quasars) needed to build a sled. The other two (Thunderbolts, Polar Bears) did maintenance work. After the work was done on the sleds, we went to the Van Wert YWCA to swim. Then we went to Scout Hall for a family meeting and the overnight videogame party right afterwards. Here is the schedule of events:
8:00 a.m. - All scouts meet at Doug Ditto's to do work on sleds 11:15 a.m. - Leave Ditto's for YWCA (need drivers) 2:00 p.m. - Leave pool for Scout Hall, or Ditto's if work is not done yet (need drivers) 5:30 p.m. - All scouts meet at Scout Hall to set up for the family meeting 6:00 p.m. - Parent's meeting starts ? - All-night games begin By 10:00 a.m. Sunday - Leave Scout Hall
All Scouts received in the mail a handout detailing this weekend. The bottom of the handout looked like this:
Name: _____________________________________________________________________ _____ I am going to attend the Super Weekend. _____ I can bring a games console, and it is a ___________________________________ _____ I can bring a TV. _____ I can bring the following games, and what platforms they are for:
_____ I can drive to the pool from Ditto's, and carry a total of _____ Scouts. _____ I can drive to Scout Hall from the pool, and carry a total of _____ Scouts. _____ I can bring a DVD/VCR, and the following movies:
_____ I cannot attend the Super Weekend.
The bottom of the handout was due to Kyle M. by the January 11th Troop Meeting. Scouts were to pack their own lunch and snacks. Between 2:00 and 5:30 p.m., they could go home and get TVs, food, etc. Parents were encouraged to attend the parent's meeting.
Black Swamp Area Council Outdoor Show
The second annual Outdoor Show was held from 9:00 am. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 31 at the Veterans Civic and Convention Center in downtown Lima. The show highlighted the summer camping programs and included a sampling of the activities offered at the camps. See your January Smoke Signals for more details.
Troop 65 participated in this religious event with Scouts throughout the nation on February 8, 2004. Scoutmaster Stewart coordinated the 10:30 a.m. service at Trinity United Methodist Church. Details are available from Mr. Stewart. Les Warniment coordinated the 9:15 a.m. mass at St. John's Catholic Church. Those Scouts met in the back of church between 8:45 and 9:00 a.m. and sat as a group in the front of church with Cub Scout Pack 42. All Scouts were in class A uniforms. Sign-ups were taken at preceding Troop Meetings.
The Troop was involved in this annual Cub Scout banquet on February 8, 2004 in a service capacity. Volunteers were taken to help mainly with the dinner beverages. Those Scouts volunteering met at the Annex by 4:45 p.m.; dinner was served at 5:00 p.m.
The 2004 Klondike Derby was held on Saturday, February 28, 2004 at Camp Berry in Findlay. Congratulations go out to our Venture Patrol which placed 3rd overall out of 73 patrols. The Thunderboltz finished 31st and the Polar Bears finished 51st.
Scouts participated in their patrols by running an expedition (via sleds) to simulated towns and solving practical problems using basic Scouting skills. The first group of sleds left the starting gate at 9:00 a.m. and the race was scheduled to be over by 4:00 p.m. followed by a closing ceremony. Registration started at 8:00 a.m. Meals were planned by the individual patrols. According to the council handout on this event, Scouts wearing tennis shoes only were not permitted to participate in this activity. Parents were welcome to go and watch the Klondike Race and to visit the cities.
Scouts met for this outing at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday morning at Waterworks Park. The Troop held a polar bear campout in conjunction with this event, and were scheduled to return to Delphos around 11:00 a.m. on Sunday. At a previous Troop Meeting, each Scout wrote down the list of required equipment for the Klondike Derby. In addition, Scouts packed for the overnight campout. Patrols met during the week prior to this event to purchase food. Refer to our equipment list for guidelines. Absent Scouts were to call Patrol Leaders if you missed details. There was no Troop Meeting on Sunday night Feb. 29th.
Primary Election Service Project
The Scouts were again called upon to provide service to Allen County for the primary election on Tuesday, March 2, 2004. Scouts met at 6:30 p.m. at Scout Hall in class A uniforms. They helped election officials get ready for incoming ballots, and transported ballots from vehicles after the polls closed at 7:30 p.m. Scouts were permitted to bring $5.00 to spend at a fast food restaurant on the way home. This election replaced the May primary. Volunteer Scouts (12-14 boys) and adult drivers were used. Sign-ups for this service project were held at the Troop Meeting on Sunday the 22nd of February. If you would like more information, please contact Les Warniment.
Delphos Optimist Club Basketball Tournament - Service Project
Scouts were asked to provide service to our charter organization the Delphos Optimist Club. Service at this annual basketball tournament on March 13 & 14 consisted of taking tickets and cleaning up after the game. The following volunteers were needed:
Saturday March 13: 8:00 a.m. to Noon - 3 Scouts - 1 Adult Noon to 4:00 p.m. - 3 Scouts - 1 Adult
Sunday March 14: 8:00 a.m. to Noon - 3 Scouts - 1 Adult Noon to 4:00 p.m. - 3 Scouts - 1 Adult
Sign-ups were held at the March 7th Troop Meeting.
East Fork State Park: Campout and 10-mile Hike
Scouts headed to East Fork State Park near Cincinnati for a campout and 10-mile hike the weekend of March 26-28, 2004. Departure was set for 5:00 p.m. from Waterworks Park on Friday the 26th. Return to Scout Hall was estimated at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday the 28th. In addition to the standard equipment shown on our equipment list, Scouts brought their red day pack for the 10-mile hike. Meals were planned and paid for by patrols, with the exception of the Venture patrol, where meals were planned on an individual basis. Volunteer drivers were used. A handout on this event was passed out at the Troop Meeting on March 14th. At the bottom of the handout was a slip requesting information with a due date of March 21st.
Siefker's Campout - April 2004
This campout was held April 16-17-18, 2004 at Siefker's. Troop 65 welcomed 12 new Boy Scouts from Pack 42: Mitchell A., Derrick E., Chris G., Josh H., Jamie K., Seth K., Tyler K., Andy K., Jon M., Zach M., Jacob R. and Sean W. These Scouts were inducted into the troop by ceremony on Saturday the 17th. The evening also included a Court of Honor, Cracker Barrel and overnight campout. Existing members of the Troop started their weekend on Friday the 16th. More information was provided by Patrol Leaders. Check back at a later date for photos.
Auglaize River Canoe Trip - May 2004
Despite a light rain, Scouts enjoyed this four-hour canoe trip on the Auglaize River on Saturday, May 15, 2004. Scouts met at 8:00 a.m. at Waterworks Park; departure was set for 8:15 a.m. sharp. Cost was $10 per person, and money and reservations were required by May 2nd. Details were as follows:
Coordinator for this event was Les Warniment. Be sure to check out our Photo Gallery.
Kyle's Eagle Court of Honor - May 16, 2004
Scouts, families and friends gathered May 16, 2004 at the Annex to witness the awarding of the Eagle Scout badge to Kyle M. The Ceremonial Order consisted of: presentation of Troop 65, presentation of the Colors, Invocation by Fr. Gorman, Welcome by Scoutmaster Doug Stewart, Introduction of Honored Guests, presentation of candidate, Eagle Scout Ceremony, presentation of Eagle Badge, Eagle charge, and retiring of the colors. See our Photo Gallery and also the Delphos Herald media coverage.
Check back at a later date for photos to follow . . . .
Thirty-two Scouts from Troop 65 attended Summer Camp June 20-26, 2004 at Camp Berry (Orbit campsite). We met at noon at the Waterworks park on Sunday the 20th in Class A uniforms.
The weather was very nice this year and our Scouts earned over 100 merit badges as a troop! Congratulations to those Scouts who completed the mile swim: Mitchell A., Jacob R., Chris G., Michael A. B.J.K. and leader Les Warniment.
First-year Scouts were placed in the Baden Powell Patrol which is a program specifically designed for them. They worked on rank requirements in the mornings, and Safety, Fingerprinting, and Fishing merit badge work in the afternoons.
All other Scouts signed up for merit badges at a troop meeting. They were required to read the merit badge books and complete prerequisites before arriving at camp. The books are available at the Scout Shop in Lima for $3.10 each. Second-year Scouts and older scheduled four or five merit badges. Merit badge schedules are available on our Camp Merit Badge page.
Parent's Night was held Friday the 25th for the whole family, including grandparents, but no pets. The schedule included dinner (hog roast or picnic-style from home), flag retreat and a campfire program.
The campfire program included home movies of the week's activities and the Order of the Arrow calling out ceremony. Order of the Arrow elections were conducted at a May Troop meeting. Congratulations to Troop 65's new members of the OA: Matthew A. and leader Dennis Trentman. Also honored were Scout leaders who worked on Scoutmaster Projects at Camp Berry during the week. Our troop was represented by leader Greg Youngpeter.
Families were dismissed after the campfire. However, parents had the option of staying overnight by bringing a tent and pitching it at our campsite. The flag lowering was 9:00 a.m. on Saturday the 26th with checkout following.
Equipment needs (general items, toilet articles, clothing and optional gear) can be found on our Equipment List page.
Physicals/Medications: The medical form (called a Personal Health and Medical Record, Class 2) requires a physical performed by a doctor/chiropractor every 3rd year. However, information such as age, weight, current photo, parent signature/date, etc. needs to be updated every year. Physicals performed for sports are acceptable if attached to the medical form. The troop keeps these on file. A blank copy of this form is also available at www.campberry.org.
Fee Deadlines were as follows: April 25 - Camp fee of $165 due no later than this Troop Meeting (all Scouts but "Webelo-crossovers"). Don't forget Scouts can use their popcorn vouchers from the last campaign to help pay for this. Scouts who didn't sign up in advance, or who miss this deadline can still sign up for a fee of $195. May 23 - "Webelo-crossovers" only: camp fee of $165 due no later than this Troop Meeting; after this date cost is $195.
Brother Discount: deduct $17 for the 1st brother, $35 for the 2nd brother, and $53 for the 3rd brother attending camp. Camperships: Scouts who have financial difficulty may be eligible for assistance. Contact Scoutmaster Stewart for more information. Checks: Make checks payable to Delphos Scout Troop 65.
For those of you who like to schedule ahead, we have registered for the same campsite (Orbit) for June 19-25, 2005.
Also see the media coverage on this event.
Siefker's Campout - July 23-25, 2004
Scouts met at Waterworks Park at 6:00 p.m. on Friday the 23rd. Patrols provided meals.
The weekend included archery, BB guns, fishing and swimming in the river, and plenty of free time. A few Scouts worked on completing requirements on summer merit badges while first year scouts worked on their Tenderfoot requirements. Merit badges completed at summer camp were handed out.
The campout ended at Siefker's 9:30 a.m. on Sunday the 25th. All Scouts were required to assist in packing up equipment and cleaning the area.
Be sure to visit the Photo Gallery.
Camping & Canoeing Oakwood to Lakota - Aug. 6-8, 2004
In the words of event coordinator Assistant Scoutmaster Warniment: "The Boy Scouts spent the weekend of August 6, 7 & 8th on a mini adventure. Friday night they spent the night in Oakwood, Ohio. With permission from the town, they slept in the city park. Some boys slept in tents but some slept under the shelter house. Saturday morning the Troop hit the river around 9:15 and canoed to Five Span and stopped for lunch around 12:30. After lunch they got back in the canoes and headed about 4 miles to Power Dam where they needed to portage. The Troop had arranged for one of the leaders to bring a canoe trailer to the dam for the portage. After the portage, the seventeen canoes, containing 26 boys and 9 leaders and parents headed for their final destination. About 5:30 they arrived at Scout Camp Lakota located just South of Defiance. Upon arrival the Scouts were surprised to find out that they did not have to set up tents because of the 3 large tepees already set up for them. After the pie iron pizza assembly line of around 90 pies for supper, the Scouts had free time to explore camp or just relax. Sunday morning was a breeze for tear down with only a few tents to take down. They ate a quick breakfast and were home by 11:00 to enjoy or sleep the rest of the day."
The planning stage for this event included the following points: Meet at 6:00 p.m. at Waterworks Park on Friday the 6th. Eat supper before you show up. Wear clothing you intend to canoe in on Saturday; you will sleep in these clothes Friday night also. You may get wet in the canoe - swimsuits acceptable. Keep it simple. Wear red troop-issued hat (ensure name is in it).
Equipment List: Please pack light, do not bring your framed hiking backpacks. You should pack 3 bags as follows: 1. Red or black troop-issued backpack with the following: (may get wet) Rain gear 2 liters water Optional: Sunscreen, sun glasses Optional: Snacks (no bigger than a quart-size zip lock baggy) Optional: Deck of cards or Frisbee for free time - something small 2. Trash bag for the following: (please put name on masking tape on outside of bag) Sleeping gear (bag, small pillow, etc.) - pack according to weather, no bed pillows Toothbrush and toothpaste 3. Duffel/gym bag for the following: Extra shoes and socks (dry) for Saturday/Sunday after the canoe trip Change of clothes for Saturday evening and Sunday morning - keep it simple The backpacks will be taken in the canoes, the trash bags and duffel bags will be packed into the troop trailer. Optional: You may bring your own life vest; otherwise the standard orange ones will be provided. No knives All meals will be provided by the troop. Cook kits and silverware are not required.
Schedule of Events: Friday the 6th:
Saturday the 7th:
Sunday the 8th:
If you have any questions, call Les Warniment or email jw@watchtv.net
Canal Clean-Up Community Service - Aug. 28, 2004
Thanks to the following Scouts who helped the troop and the community clean up the canal: Matthew A., Michael A., Mitchell A., Keith B., Derrick E., Josh H., Jarrod H., Justin H., Blake H., Seth K., Tyler K., Jon M., Zach M., Jacob R., Josh S., Sean W., Adam W., and Alex Y. Including adults and family members, the troop provided 33 helpers. Details of the event were:
When: Meet at 8:30. Finish at noon. Where: Stadium Park Tennis Courts What to Wear: Green class B, gloves, and old shoes. *Bring Poncho if necessary. *Family members are encouraged to come. *We will not be getting in the canal at any time. *This will also count towards community service hours for advancement. *This is a community event. We will not be the only ones cleaning. *We will be assigned a certain section of the canal which is not know at this time. ***FOOD AND DRINK PROVIDED BY COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS***
Canal Days Community Service - September 17-18-19, 2004
Boy Scout Troop 65 performed community service during Canal Days September 17-18-19, 2004. Scouts picked up trash and adult volunteers supervised as outlined below. Also, we held a very successful beverage fundraiser on Sunday where all available Scouts were required for this.
Friday, 9/17/04 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. – 4 Scouts and 1 adult 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. – 4 Scouts and 1 adult
Saturday 9/18/04 10:00 a.m. to Noon – 4 Scouts and 2 adults 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. – 4 Scouts and 2 adults 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. – 4 Scouts and 2 adults 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. – 6 Scouts and 2 adults 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. – 6 Scouts and 2 adults 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. – 4 Scouts and 2 adults
Sunday 9/19/04 10:00 a.m. to Noon – 4 Scouts and 2 adults 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. (approx.) – All Scouts (not in band or midget football) and 4-8 coolers/wagons to sell pop during parade (starts at 2:00 p.m.)
All supplies were provided for the trash pick-up. Scouts wore First Class uniforms. Meeting Places were as follows: Trash Pick-Up: Report to the alleyway between Eagle Print and the old Paper Town and locate the adult volunteer for instructions. Beverage Fundraiser: Meet at 12:45 p.m. on Main Street near the Thrift Shop area. Don't forget your wagons/coolers if you volunteered them.
Mr. Warniment coordinated the trash pick-up and Annette Brown coordinated the beverage fundraiser. Thanks to all those Scouts and adults who volunteered.
Swamp Romp II - Oct. 8-10, 2004
This council activity was offered as a 3-day event held at the Allen County Fairgrounds, at a cost of $22 per Scout. However, due to the large number of Scouts in marching band, our troop attended only on Saturday and Sunday. Also, the cost per Scout was $10, with the troop paying the remainder of the $22 registration fee. The weekend included fireworks, climbing and repelling towers, inflatables, COSI & SESA, The Animal Band, visit with Ms. Ohio, lunch and dinner on Saturday the 9th.
Sign-ups for the Black Swamp Area Council Swamp Romp II were held at the last couple troop meetings before the event. A commemorative 2004 Swamp Romp hat was promised to the first 1500 Scouts in the Council to sign up, with all of our Scouts qualifying. The troop sent 22 Scouts and 5 adults.
Our schedule was as follows:
Meet When - 9 October 2004 Where - Waterworks Park Time - 06:45 a.m. Leave - 07:00 a.m. We will call when we return on Sunday.
Items to Bring Wear Class "A" uniform Bring Class "B" Dress according to weather Sleeping bag Change of clothes if doing mud volleyball Money for Trading Post (up to parents)
Breakfast Boys should eat breakfast before leaving Saturday. Lunch & supper will be provided at camp. Bring a non-cook Pop-Tart or similar item for Sunday breakfast.
Popcorn Fundraiser - Oct. 11 through Nov. 7, 2004
IMPORTANT DATES: October 11 - sale begins November 7 - sale ends November 24 - popcorn delivered December 3 - money due
This time of year is one of our biggest fundraisers - POPCORN TIME! Prize information and order sheets were mailed by the district in late September. The popcorn sale was several weeks earlier than the previous year providing warmer weather for door-to-door neighborhood sales.
Order forms from 2003 were handed out at a previous troop meeting. The sale ran from October 11 through November 7. Only orders were taken at that time; money is collected after the popcorn is delivered.
We held a "Show and Sell" October 23-24 in front of Chief's. Scouts shared in all sales made during their shift. There were a limited amount of shifts available so "first come, first serve" was in effect. Each shift required 2 Scouts and 1 adult as follows: Saturday, Oct. 23rd: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24th: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Again this year we provided an extra incentive for the boys to earn voucher dollars to use toward any scout related expenses. The boys earned 25% of the profit that they earned for the troop.
Orders were due at the November 7th Court of Honor. Money was collected from customers after the November 24th delivery date. Money was due to Bob or Lorraine Wieging by December 3rd.
Remember, your efforts help pay for hiking, canoeing, camping, merit badges, tents and equipment.
If you have any questions, call Lorraine Wieging at 419-695-8300.
Lion's Club Service Project - October 30, 2004
This service project involved Scouts helping the Lion's Club (in the dining area) with their annual sausage and pancake fundraiser. It was held on October 30, 2004 at Jefferson High School. They needed four boys from 2-4 p.m. and another four boys from 4-6 p.m. Sign-ups and more information was provided at a previous Troop meeting.
Election Day Service Project - November 2, 2004
This service project took place at the Allen County Board of Elections. Those scouts who volunteered met at 6:45 p.m. at Scout Hall and returned around 9:30 p.m. Scouts stopped for a treat on the way home; each bringing no more than $5 for this. Call Scoutmaster Stewart for more information.
Court of Honor - November 7, 2004
This Court of Honor was held at 5:00 p.m. November 7th at Scout Hall. The night included awards and recognition, information, and treats & drinks.
The following rank advancements were distributed: Tenderfoot: Justin H., Zach M., Sean W., Mitchell A., Andy K., Mike T., Lee K., Jon M. and Devlin H. 2nd Class: Mitchell A., Sean W., Jon M. and Brion W. 1st Class: Brion W. Star: Alex Y.
The following merit badges were awarded: Josh S.: Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Personal Fitness and Communications Matt T.: Scholarship and Personal Management Adam W.: Communications and Personal Management Sean W.: Citizenship in the Community and Painting Derrick E.: Fishing Alex Y.: Family Life and Personal Fitness
A Bronze Palm was awarded to Kyle M.
New Scout Campout - November 11-12, 2004
There were 11 new scouts, 2 older scouts and 3 adults who spent the day and night in Scouter Cabin at Camp Berry in Findlay. There they learned about outdoor cooking and cooked their three meals over an open campfire. For breakfast they had pancakes and sausage, for lunch they had baked potatoes with various toppings and for dinner they cooked spaghetti and meatballs with salad and garlic bread. They learned about the proper clean up of their eating and cooking utensils as well as planning balanced and nutritious meals. Despite a few light rain showers, a good time was had by all. For more information, contact coordinator Kim Antalis. Also see our Photo Gallery.
Program Planning Conference/OSU-MI Meeting - November 20-21, 2004
This event involved Scouts in Leadership positions. They met at 8:00 a.m. on November 20th at Scout Hall to plan the 2005 calendar. The day also included a break for viewing the OSU-MI game, and a sleepover. Look for the preliminary calendar to be published in December 2004.
Delphos Community Christmas Luminary Fundraiser - December, 2004
This is our last fundraiser of the year and is usually expected to be one of the biggest. We always need as much help as possible.
Twelve scouts are needed to distribute advertising posters to Delphos businesses during the first week of December.
The remainder of the scouts are needed to sell luminary kits. Sales take place at the Chamber of Commerce from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. One or two boys and one adult are needed to assist for each date. The dates this year were:
December 11th, Saturday December 18th, Saturday December 24th, Friday
This fundraiser was headed up by Bob and Lorraine Wieging. Thanks to all those who supported this effort.
Due to low sales this year, this fundraiser will be reduced for 2005.
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