BOY SCOUT TROOP 201

THE GRIZZLY TROOP

SHELTER ROCK, NEW YORK



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September 24th,2008: Eagle Scout Project

Life Scout Brian Han is working on his Eagle Scout project: Brian is collecting stuffed animals, school supplies, summer clothing and essential house ware supplies for his church’s mission to Honduras. As part of his leadership requirement, Brian will direct all the scouts in the troop in the distribution of fliers throughout the neighborhood (on 10/11) and in picking up donated goods (on 10/25). Please print and complete the permission form below, and return to Brian at the troop meeting on 9/29:

Troop 201, Herricks, New York

Life Scout Brian Han’s Eagle Project- October 11 and 25, 2008

Destination: Life Scout Brian Han’s house: 252 Cornwell Avenue Williston Park, NY 11596

Date: October 11, 2008 and October 25, 2008

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. each day

Lunch will be provided.

This counts as a service project: a requirement for Star and Life Scout.

Please wear Class B uniform (red shirt)!

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Permission Slip

As the parent/legal guardian of ____________________________________________________,

I hereby give permission for him to participate in the outing on 10/11/08 and 10/25/08 to Life Scout Brian Han’s Eagle Project with Troop 201.

As the parent/legal guardian, I also give my permission to the troop leaders to render first aid, should the need arise. In the event of a medical emergency, I give permission to the physician(s) to perform required medical treatment, in the event I cannot be contacted.

In case of emergency, I can be reached by phone at ________________ or _________________.

Signed: ­­­­______________________________________________ Date: ____________________.

(Parent/Legal Guardian)

­­­My son is allergic to: ­­____________________________________________________________.

What, if any, medication is the scout taking? _________________________________________.

Are there any special instructions for this medication or other medical conditions the Troop Leader should be aware of? ­_______________________________________________________.

Do you want the Troop Leaders to carry this medication? ____________Yes______________No

______ My son can attend on both weekends

______ My son can attend on 10/11/08

______ My son can attend on 10/25/08

______ My son can attend on ________ for ____ hours.

Permission slip must be given to Brian Han at the troop meeting on 9/29/08.

If you have any questions, please contact Brian Han (516) 746-1155



September 17th, 2008: A Few Reminders
  • For those going on the kayak trip this coming weekend, please meet at Searingtown School no later than 6:30 P.M. Friday night. Be sure to bring warm clothes for cooler nights.
  • Our meeting on Monday September 22 is not a regular troop meeting: once a month, usually following an outing weekend, the junior leaders meet starting at 7:30 for a Green Bar leaders meeting to plan future troop meetings and activities. The Troop Committee, Adult Leaders and Parents meet starting at 8:00 to plan troop activities. All parents are welcome, and encouraged to attend.
  • Troop calendars and revised Guidelines and Procedures have been posted on the troop website (www.grizzlytroop201ny.com). For 2008/2009, dues have been increased to $75.00 per scout ($65.00 for the second scout in the troop). The guideline for fundraisers has also been revised: please see the website for more details.
  • Current dues are due by October 1.
  • All scouts interested in attending the Council All Faith Weekend at Schiff September 26-28, please find information and permission forms below. All interested scouts should contact Mr. Trietsch at mtrietsch@nysnacks.com or 248-5730.


  • September 10th, 2008: Scout Day at Shea Stadium

    Tickets are still available for the Scout Day at Shea Stadium on Sunday September 14. Please contact Tim Ryan at 746-1514.

    For those going to the game, here are a few reminders:

    Below is printed the instructions and information provided by Shea Stadium for participating in the on-field events on Sunday:

    SCOUT PARADE WARNING TRACK INSTRUCTIONS

    Thank you for participating in Scout Day at Shea Stadium for 2008. To make this

    event enjoyable and so that we can present your pack/troop in a professional

    manner, scouts and leaders parading around the warning track are asked to follow

    the instructions below:

    Please arrive at the ballpark, in uniform, no later than 11:45 a.m.

    Allow ample time (at least 20 minutes) for stadium traffic and parking. Enter

    through Gate E with your game ticket and proceed to the right hand side of the

    lobby. A Mets Group Sales Department employee will direct you to the staging

    area where the group will be organized according to their Pack/Troop (leaders will

    be asked to assist in this process).

    Once assembled, the group will be escorted to the area behind centerfield. At this

    point and for security reasons, we ask that the non-uniform members of the

    group proceed to their ticketed seats to view the event.

    At approximately 12:30 p.m., the group will be led by Mets staff onto the warning

    track. In the interest of time, we ask all participants not to stop at any point

    during the parade, for pictures or otherwise. We also ask all participants to

    avoid walking on either the grass or the foul lines, and to refrain from touching

    the outfield wall. Furthermore, we ask that you not approach any players for

    autographs, pictures, etc at any time. The players will be preparing themselves for

    the game and will not be in a position to interact with fans at this point.

    When the group has completed its trip around the field, it will be guided off and

    directed back to the stadium lobby where everyone can proceed to their ticketed

    seats for the game.

    We thank you in advance for your full cooperation with these instructions.



    September 4th, 2008: Scout Religious Emblem Program
    The twelfth point of the Scout Law is: “A scout is reverent”.
    Practically every religious group has an emblem program associated with the Boy Scouts of America. Scouts who earn the religious emblem for their faith receive a medal and patch that can be worn on their uniform. Most religious groups utilize a work book that can be completed by scouts with their family or clergy. Each religious group has their own requirements, time schedule and awards ceremony.
    Please see Mr. Trietsch for contact information for any of the religious emblems programs. All scouts are invited to attend the Council’s All Faith Weekend at Schiff on September 26-28.
    Roman Catholic scouts who are interested in working on the Ad Altare Dei religious emblem this year should contact Mr. Trietsch at our first meeting on Monday September 8. Several required activities are coming up fast, including the Scout Convocation at St. Agnes Cathedral on Sunday September 21 (2:30), and the Catholic Scout Retreat at the All Faith Weekend at Schiff on September 26-28.
    Please feel free to e-mail any questions on the religious emblems programs.

    August 29th, 2008: First Meeting and Trip

    Hello Scouts and Parents,

    Our first troop meeting for the new season is scheduled for Monday September 8.

    Scouts and parents, who are interested in attending a Hunter Safety Course (tentatively September 9, 10 and 16) at the American Legion Hall on Willis Avenue, please contact Paul Tantillo directly at: tan2358b@yahoo.com by September 5.

    Printed below are the tentative schedule for September, and the information/permission form for the kayak trip. Please print and complete the form and return to Tim Ryan at the troop meeting on September 8 or 15.

    September calendar:

    9/8 Monday First Troop Meeting

    9/9 Tuesday Roundtable

    9/11 Thursday Shelter Rock Popcorn Training and Kickoff

    9/13 Saturday Popcorn Sales Training for Scouts at Cradle of Aviation Museum

    9/14 Sunday Scout Day at Shea

    9/15 Monday Troop Meeting

    9/19-9/21 Friday through Sunday Kayak Trip: Peconic River/Schiff

    9/21 Sunday Catholic Scout Convocation at St. Agnes Cathedral

    9/22 Monday Green Bar/Parent Meeting

    9/26-9/28 Theodore Roosevelt Council All Faith Weekend at Schiff

    9/29 Monday Troop Meeting

    Kayak Trip permission form:

    Troop 201, Herricks, New York

    Kayak Trip – September 19-21, 2008

    Destination: Schiff Scout Reservation/Kayaking on Peconic River, Riverhead

    Depart: Searingtown School parking lot, Friday 9/19 @ 6:30 P.M.

    Return: Sunday morning 9/21 @ approximately 11:00 A.M.

    Cost: Scouts $70.00; Adult Leaders/Parents $45.00

    (includes all meals, camping fees, kayak fees)

    Uniform: Class B uniform

    Gear to Bring: Tent camping trip – sleeping bag, warm clothing, swim suit, hat, rain gear, troop sweatshirt, bug spray, sun screen, towel, etc.

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    Permission Slip

    As the parent/legal guardian of ___________________________________________,

    I hereby give my permission for him to participate in the outing on September 19-21, 2008 to Schiff Scout Reservation and kayaking with Troop 201.

    As the parent/legal guardian, I also give my permission to the troop leaders to render first aid, should the need arise. In the event of a medical emergency, I give permission to the physician(s) to perform required medical treatment, in the event I cannot be contacted.

    In case of emergency, I can be reached by phone at ______________or _____________.

    Signed: ________________________________________ Date: ___________________.

    (Parent/Legal Guardian)

    My son is allergic or sensitive to: ____________________________________________.

    What, if any, medication is the scout taking? ___________________________________.

    Are there any special instructions for this medication or other medical conditions the

    Troop Leaders should be aware of? __________________________________________.

    Do you want the Troop Leaders to carry this medication? _______Yes _______ No

    _______ I will drive to this event.

    _______ I will pick up from this event.

    _______ I will sleep over.

    My car can accommodate _________ additional scouts and their equipment.

    Permission slip must be returned to an adult leader at the troop meeting by Monday, September 15, 2008.

    If you have any questions, please contact Tim Ryan (516) 521-2278.



    August 4th, 2008: Scout Day at Shea Stadium
    Below is a flyer describing Scout Day at Shea Stadium on Sunday September 14. Scouts wearing full class A uniforms have an opportunity to assemble on the field for a pre-game parade. The number of available seats is extremely limited. Please contact Tim Ryan at 516 746-1514 if interested.
    See the flyer here.

    July 29th, 2008: Popcorn Rally
    This year, the Nassau County Council is sponsoring a popcorn rally at the Cradle of Aviation Museum on Saturday September 13 at 9:00 A.M., to kick-off the popcorn sales event. The first 300 scouts to register will learn how to sell popcorn, and then be treated to a free IMAX film and free admission to the Cradle of Aviation Museum.
    Any scout interested in attending should contact Roger Cocchi (516 746-3863) as soon as possible, so we can register early and insure a place.
    For more information, see the flyer.

    June 12th, 2008: Important Scout Camp Reminders

    Important reminders:

    Printed below is the roster of scouts attending camp. It’s each family’s responsibility to arrange for transportation of their scout and his equipment to and from summer camp. This list is printed for the parent’s use in arranging for transportation.

    Boy Scout Troop 201 Roster

    Summer Camp 2008

    1. Nicholas Arcieri

    2. Roger Barnaby

    3. Michael Capilupi

    4. Teddy Capsis

    5. Gregory Cocchi

    6. Jonathan Cordova

    7. Michael Doherty

    8. Nicholas Dorman

    9. Gavin Dowd

    10. Eric Espinoza

    11. Andrew Farrell

    12. Christopher Farrell

    13. Jack Giunta

    14. Tom Giunta

    15. Luke Grgas

    16. Matthew Grgas

    17. Edward Ham

    18. Kevin Ko

    19. Justin Lee

    20. Charlie Mo

    21. Sahil Parikh

    22. Kevin Pavlidis

    23. Billy Rynne

    24. PJ Tantillo

    25. Jesse Torres

    26. Christopher Trietsch

    27. Michael Trietsch

    28. Robert Vella

    29. David Vespe

    30. Michael Vespe



    June 10th, 2008: Leader Meeting Minutes
    The Meeting Minutes from 6/9/08 can now be found here.

    June 6th, 2008: Trip Announcment

    Day Trip Announcement

    Destination: Mid-Hudson Shooting Sports, New Paltz, NY

    Depart: 7:00 A.M. sharp Saturday 6/21/08 from Searingtown School parking lot

    Return: Approximately 5:30 P.M same day

    Cost: Scouts: $45.00; Adult Leaders/Parents: $55.00

    Uniform: Class B uniform (dress for the weather that day)

    Gear to Bring: Poncho or rain gear, hiking boots (not sneakers), insect spray, sun

    protection. Troop provides lunch and refreshments.

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    Permission Slip

    As the parent/legal guardian of __________________________________, I hereby give my permission for him to participate in the outing on Saturday June 21, 2008,

    to Mid-Hudson Shooting Sports, New Paltz, NY, with Troop 201.

    As the parent/legal guardian, I also give my permission to the troop leaders to render First Aid, should the need arise. In the event of a medical emergency, I give permission to the physician(s) to perform required medical treatment, in the event I cannot be contacted.

    In case of emergency, I can be reached by phone at _____________or ____________.

    Signed: _______________________________________ Date: ___________________.

    (Parent/Legal Guardian)

    This scout is highly allergic or sensitive to: __________________________________.

    What, if any, medication is the scout taking? _________________________________.

    Are there any special instructions for this medication or other medical conditions the troop leaders should be aware of? _______________________________________.

    Do you want the Troop Leader to carry this medication? _______Yes _______ No

    _______ I will drive to this event.

    My car can accommodate _________ additional scouts.

    Permission slip and payment should be returned to an adult leader at the troop meeting on Monday June 16, 2008.

    If you have any questions, please contact Tim Ryan at 516 746-1514.



    June 4th, 2008: Troop T-Shirts
    Please check out our new T-Shirt order form here.

    June 3rd, 2008: Important Reminders

    Please note: new meeting time for Moving-Up ceremonies at Christopher Morley Park on Saturday June 7 – meet at 1:00 P.M. at the campsite in the park. Adult leaders will be at the park campsite all afternoon, starting at 1:00 P.M.

    Following monthly weekend outing events, the troop conducts a Patrol Leaders Council meeting and a parent/leader planning meeting. There will be no regular troop meeting on Monday June 9: we will hold the monthly Green Bar planning meeting instead. The Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leaders, Assistant Patrol Leaders and Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders attend starting at 7:30.

    All parents are invited to and encouraged to attend the Parent/Leader Meeting, starting at 8:00.

    Please note the following important reminders:

    · Adult leaders and other adults planning to attend all or part of the week at Onteora should notify Tim Ryan (746-1514) as soon as possible. All adults attending camp must also submit completed medical forms. This year, the camp staff requested parents also attach a copy of any medical insurance cards to the medical form. Please contact Tim Ryan with any questions or concerns.

    · An order form will be e-mailed later this week so parents can purchase additional troop Class B uniform t-shirts for summer camp.

    · The drawing for our raffle to benefit our Philmont campers will be moved from June 9, to June 16, so all scouts can be present for the big drawing!

    Here is a revised schedule of events for the remainder of the season:

    Saturday/Sunday, June 7 and 8: Moving-Up ceremonies at Christopher Morley Park. Assemble at the campsite in the park to set-up camp at 1:00 Saturday afternoon. Ceremonies begin around 8:00 P.M. We break camp approximately 10:00 Sunday morning.

    Monday June 9: no regular troop meeting - Patrol Leaders Council meeting (7:30); Parent/Leader meeting (8:00).

    Monday June 16: last troop meeting of the season. Parents may purchase additional Class B uniform shirts. All summer camp questions answered. Drawing for the raffle to benefit the Philmont campers.

    Saturday June 21: (note new date) Day trip to Mid-Hudson Sporting Clays. Leave Searingtown School at 7:00 A.M. sharp. Permission slip will be e-mailed later in the week.

    Monday June 23: Parent/son softball game at Searingtown School ball field. All are welcome. BBQ and refreshments will be served.

    Sunday July 6 – Saturday July 12: Summer camp at Onteora Scout Reservation, Livingston Manor, NY.



    May 30th, 2008: Moving Up Weekend

    Troop 201 is participating once again in Cub Pack 201’s annual Moving-Up ceremony at Christopher Morley Park on June 7 and 8.

    While there is no cost for this trip, we ask that parents print, complete and sign the permission form below. Scouts are asked to assemble at the park at 12:00 noon on Saturday to assist in setting up camp and preparing the monkey bridge and council fire.

    Please return the signed form at Monday night’s troop meeting:

    Troop 201, Albertson, New York

    Christopher Morley Park, Moving-Up Ceremony

    June 7 – 8, 2008

    Destination: Christopher Morley Park, Roslyn Heights, NY

    Depart: Meet at Christopher Morley Park, Saturday June 7 @ 12:00 P.M.

    Return: Sunday June 8 approximately 11:00 am

    Cost: No cost: Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast provided by the troop

    Uniform: Class B uniform (bring Class A to be worn for the ceremony Saturday

    night)

    Gear to Bring: Tent camping overnight – sleeping bag, poncho/rain gear, troop sweatshirt, mess kit/utensils, warm clothing, bug spray, sun screen, etc.

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    Permission Slip

    As the parent/legal guardian of ___________________________________________,

    I hereby give my permission for him to participate in the outing on June 7th thru 8th,

    to the Cub Pack 201 Moving-Up Ceremony at Christopher Morley Park with Troop 201.

    As the parent/legal guardian, I also give my permission to the troop leaders to render First Aid, should the need arise. In the event of a medical emergency, I give permission to the physician(s) to perform required medical treatment, in the event I cannot be contacted.

    In case of emergency, I can be reached by phone at ______________or _____________.

    Signed: ________________________________________ Date: ___________________.

    (Parent/Legal Guardian)

    This scout is highly allergic or sensitive to: ____________________________________.

    What, if any, medication is the scout taking? ___________________________________.

    Are there any special instructions for this medication or other medical conditions the

    Troop Leaders should be aware of? __________________________________________.

    Do you want the Troop Leader to carry this medication? _______Yes _______ No

    Please return this permission slip to Tim Ryan at the troop meeting on Monday June 2.



    May 13th, 2008: Onteora Service Weekend
    Onteora Scout Reservation holds “service weekends” during May and June where they ask parents and adult scout leaders to come to camp to assist in maintaining and setting up the camp for the summer programs. Some of the projects include painting, carpentry, masonry work and tree cutting.

    These service weekends are for adults only, and are not troop events. Some of our adult leaders will be attending the service weekend from June 13-15. If you are available and interested in participating in this service weekend, please respond via e-mail, or contact Tim Farrell directly at 516 742-7396 for more information.


    March 25th, 2008

    Troop Outings:

    June outing: Cub Pack 201 Moving-Up ceremony, Christopher Morley Park,

    New Dates: Saturday/Sunday June 7 and 8

    Summer Camp: July 6-12, Onteora Scout Reservation, Livingston Manor, NY

    April 14: deposit of $150.00 per scout due

    May 19: balance of $150.00 per scout due

    May 21: completed medical forms due

    Log on to the troop website at www.grizzlytroop201ny.com for updates on the troop calendar and activities. Log on to the council web site at www.trcbsa.org for information on programs offered by Shelter Rock District and the Theodore Roosevelt Council.



    March 16th, 2008: Regarding Summer Camp 2008

    Dear Parents/Scouts:

    Concerning the Troop’s summer camp week at Onteora from 7/6/08 through 7/12/08, the following important information and dates are provided for your review:

    · Cost for this year’s trip is $300 per scout.

    · All initial deposits of $150.00 per scout are due by 4/14/08.

    · Medical forms and Summer Camp programs/outlines can be found on the council’s web site: www.trcbsa.org

    · The troop will have a limited amount of medical forms, hospital waivers, and camp programs on hand; therefore we request that you download all of the necessary forms and Camp program information from the council web site.

    · All scouts and attending adult leaders must complete a medical form which must be endorsed by your physician. Completed medical forms must be submitted by 5/21/08.

    · Medical pre-screening will take place the first week of June at council headquarters in Massapequa. All camper applications must be medically pre-screened at this time. Scouts/adult leaders will not be required to attend this screening.

    · The final payment of $150.00 is due by 5/19/08.



    March 1st, 2008: Regarding Philmount Scout Reservation

    Dear Scouts and Parents:

    Troop 201 has recently been awarded a limited number of slots for a 12 day excursion to Philmont Scout Reservation from August 5 through 17, 2009.

    Philmont Scout Reservation in Cimarron, New Mexico is the Boy Scouts of America’s premier high adventure camp. It consists of 214 square miles of rugged mountain wilderness, with terrain ranging from 6,500 feet to 12,400 in elevation. Those participating in a Philmont Trek will carry a 35-50 pound backpack while hiking 5-12 miles per day. Participants must be willing to commit to a period of preparation, teamwork and physical training in the 18 months prior to the trip. The trails are physically and mentally demanding, and require top physical condition, maturity, and a command of scouting and camping skills.

    Youth participants must be minimum 14 years old by January 1, 2009, or be at least 13 years old and have completed 8th grade prior to August 5, 2009, and achieved the rank of First Class Scout.

    All participating adults must be registered scout leaders, with current youth protection training. At least one must show evidence of American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid training (16-hour course). At least one must show evidence of American Red Cross CPR training. Certificates of Completion for these courses will be collected in Base Camp.

    The cost to attend Philmont is $595.00 per person. In addition, participants are responsible for travel costs to and from the reservation. There will also be expenditures for backpacking and hiking gear that is not normally used on our typical weekend outings. We may be able to hold Philmont-specific fundraisers to help defray some of these costs.

    Since it is essential that our Philmont crew operate as a team prior to arriving in New Mexico, scouts interested in attending will form a Philmont Patrol, and will meet apart from the troop to train and prepare for the trip. This may include separate hiking and backpacking outings.

    Please respond by Monday March 3, 2008, to let us know whether you are interested in being part of the Philmont Patrol. Please contact us with any questions. Information is also available on the Philmont website at www.scouting.org/philmont.

    The council will be holding an informational meeting on Philmont and other high adventure trips at Kellenberg High School on Monday February 25, 7:30 -9:00. All interested scouts and parents are encouraged to attend (Class A uniforms required).

    Tim Farrell, Michael Trietsch

    Philmont Coordinators



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