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the EAGLE August 29, 2016 Volume 16 Number 3 the newsletter of boy scout troop 380 Scoutmaster’s Minute Dave Ishikawa I t has been an amazing summer for the scouts and scouters of Troop 380. We started out with a week at Camp Winton. We followed with another week in San Diego at Camp Fiesta Island. Chris and I had an adventure at Philmont. The troop and crew joined forces to take on the challenging Lost Coast on the North Coast. We took the time to honor our fallen scout and friend, Alden. We golfed, served food at Rancho Seco, and tried out our new council property in the foothills. We presented our newest Eagle and worked on several service projects. This is what we are all about; camping, backpacking, food, service, advancement and fun. I heard from many of you that this was a great summer. Let’s continue to do what we do best. Be active, have fun, and be the best we can as a troop and scouts. Committe Chair Report Zenaida Kamine S ummer is quickly coming to an end and with it comes the many memories scouts of Troop 380 have made; from summer camp at either Camp Winton or Camp Fiesta Island, Lost Coast Backpack trip, Baden Powell Boot Camp, the Mini Trek or just recently the SMUD Picnic. None of these fun memorable events would have happened without the help of the parents who volunteered to lead, drive or help out. Earlier this month, Troop Leadership met to plan the upcoming year and, as always, we are in store for yet another busy year. In order for these events to happen, parents and other adults of the troop need to sign up to volunteer to lead or assist with one or more activities. Please plan on attending our Parent Committee meetings held the last Tuesday of the month at the Atonement Lutheran Church (next door to Emmanuel Baptist church) at 7pm. As always we will discuss upcoming events and make sure that everything is in order. Our next meeting will be on Tues, August 30th at 7pm. Hope to see you there! Fall 2016 the EAGLE 1 A View from the Crew by Paul Keefer The Crew has been busy with a backpacking trip to Loon Lake, volunteering at various activities, and planning for the future. The Crew also looks forward to leading the Troop on the Mini-Trek to Mt. Mokelumne. In addition, the Crew continues to prepare for Seabase including arranging for First Aid and CPR training in the coming months and participate in the annual Scavenger Hunt with other Crew units. The Crew also looks forward to supporting Troop 380 and the Golden Empire Council with Webelo Woods and Scouting for Food. Senior Patrol Leader Hi I’m Max Rybarczyk, the current Senior Patrol Leader of Troop 380. I feel very honored to have been chosen for this position. When I first started, I wasn’t exactly sure what my job and other responsibilities would be, but I think that I have gotten the hang of it. I have really been enjoying my time in this position and leading the troop, but I’m looking forward to finishing my term as the SPL. I know that the leadership experience that I have gained from this will be invaluable as I go through life, and I am very thankful to have had this opportunity.

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August 29, 2016Volume 16 Number 3

t h e n e w s l e t t e r o f b o y s c o u t t r o o p 3 8 0

Scoutmaster’s MinuteDave Ishikawa

It has been an amazing

summer for the scouts

and scouters of Troop

380. We started out with a

week at Camp Winton. We

followed with another week

in San Diego at Camp Fiesta

Island. Chris and I had an

adventure at Philmont. The troop and crew joined forces to take

on the challenging Lost Coast on the North Coast. We took the

time to honor our fallen scout and friend, Alden. We golfed,

served food at Rancho Seco, and tried out our new council

property in the foothills. We presented our newest Eagle and

worked on several service projects. This is what we are all about;

camping, backpacking, food, service, advancement and fun.

I heard from many of you that this was a great summer. Let’s

continue to do what we do best. Be active, have fun, and be the

best we can as a troop and scouts.

Committe Chair ReportZenaida Kamine

Summer is quickly coming to an end and with it comes the many

memories scouts of Troop 380 have made; from summer camp at either Camp Winton or Camp Fiesta Island, Lost Coast Backpack trip, Baden Powell Boot Camp, the Mini

Trek or just recently the SMUD Picnic. None of these fun memorable events would have happened without the help of the parents who volunteered to lead, drive or help out.

Earlier this month, Troop Leadership met to plan the upcoming year and, as always, we are in store for yet another busy year. In order for these events to happen, parents and other adults of the troop need to sign up to volunteer to lead or assist with one or more activities. Please plan on attending our Parent Committee meetings held the last Tuesday of the month at the Atonement Lutheran Church (next door to Emmanuel Baptist church) at 7pm. As always we will discuss upcoming events and make sure that everything is in order. Our next meeting will be on Tues, August 30th at 7pm. Hope to see you there!

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A View from the Crew by Paul KeeferThe Crew has been busy with a backpacking trip to Loon Lake, volunteering at various activities, and planning for the future. The Crew also looks forward to leading the Troop on the Mini-Trek to Mt. Mokelumne.

In addition, the Crew continues to prepare for Seabase including arranging for First Aid and CPR training in the coming months and participate in the annual Scavenger Hunt with other Crew units. The Crew also looks forward to supporting Troop 380 and the Golden Empire Council with Webelo Woods and Scouting for Food.

Senior Patrol LeaderHi I’m Max Rybarczyk, the current Senior Patrol Leader of Troop 380. I feel very honored to have been chosen for this position. When I first started, I wasn’t exactly sure what my job and other responsibilities would be, but I think that I have gotten the hang of it. I have really been enjoying my time in this position and leading the troop, but I’m looking forward to finishing my term as the SPL. I know that the leadership experience that I have gained from this will be invaluable as I go through life, and I am very thankful to have had this opportunity.

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Treasurer’s ReportBy Daphne and Wei HsiehThe treasurer’s desk takes care of your business transactions between 6:45pm to 8:30pm. As a reminder, Troop 380 scout dues of $100 are to be paid. Families can make payments or use fundraising credits to pay them. Per troop policy, if there are credits in the accounts, they are automatically applied to scout dues first before anything else. Please contact us via email ([email protected]) or in person if you have questions regarding your scout account.

Eagle Watch by Johnie PenningtonCongratulation to Grayden S. on completing his Eagle Scout project; shelving and storage for the Bradshaw Christian School Drama department.

After completing an Eagle Scout Board of Review how long does it normally take to plan for and hold an Eagle Scout Court of Honor? Planning and holding an Eagle Scout Court of Honor can take three to four months. It can take two or three weeks for council to receive official confirmation and notify Dave. While waiting to hear from Dave (or Johnie), look over the troop calendar for possible dates. After Dave and you agree to a date, contact Zenaida if you want to use the church, other than a Monday night, as she need to contact the pastor to see if the church is available. After all of those items/steps are done now you can work on your program – asking scouts/scouters/friends for help, invite family/special guests, request sound/visual support, ordering cakes/food, requesting mailing labels, reviewing program with Dave/Zenaida/Johnie, etc. To help you and your parents with these and other items, contact

Johnie for a planning guide.Speaking of Eagle Court of

Honor, Christian H. and Darin J. will celebrate achieving scouting’s highest rank with Eagle Court of Honor’s on September 12 and October 22. Please join the troop as they and their families celebrate this great honor.

Trainingby Kim Perry-Reed

Troop 380 is rockin’ when

it comes to basic training at

98.5%. Now I would like to shift everyone’s focus to Youth Protection, Supplemental & Advanced Training.

Youth Protection (YPT): We are nearing recharter time

and that means everyone needs to be current on their Youth Protection training, which is required every 2 years. Currently we have about 40

registered scouters that will expire before the end of the year. Are you one of them? Logon to your account in My.Scouting.Org, select ‘My

Dashboard’ and you will see when your YPT expires.Online Supplemental:

Several modules which take about 20-30 minutes to complete to orient you to the basic policies & procedures. You can get there by logging into My.Scouting.Org, select ‘My Dashboard’ then click on ‘Training Center’ at the top • Hazard Weather• Safe Swim• Hiking• Climbing• Etc.

Advanced/High Adventure Training: This is for anyone interested in having more knowledge/skills and supporting our scouts so they can have amazing outings. You can find for all district & council trainings offered at the GEC website under Training>Training Activities open Upcoming Council and District

Training Document there is a downloadable form with dates for all district & council trainings for this year and 2017. Here are some classes that are held only once a year and necessary for our scouts to have adults trained to do these kinds of outings. • Wilderness First Aid (WFA)

– Required for camping more than 1 hour from 911 service and Sea Base, Philmont & Northern Tier adventures

• OKPIK – Cold Weather camping skills (the troop needs people trained for Snow Camping)

• Basic Backpack Awareness – Backpacking basic skills (the troop backpacks a lot!)

Website and PhotosThe Picture GuyDon Dier Troop 380 has a wonderful website at t380.org. If you haven’t done so yet, please visit the website and explore all the information there, including Dave’s blog, the troop calendar, photos, past newsletters, permission slips, and much, much more. It is updated continuously, so check often.

We encourage members of Troop 380 to take pictures at events and activities and would like to have them posted on the website. There are several ways to transmit your pictures:

• I have flash drives you can load them onto, or you can give me yours

• Burn them to a CD• Upload to DropBox. E-mail me

at [email protected] and I’ll send you an invite. When you add photos to the Scouts folder, please let me know so I can look for them.

It’s best if you use the highest quality setting on your camera. I’ll manage the file size before uploading to the website. It’s much appreciated if you do some basic editing before sending photos (i.e. rotating, deleting duplicates/

fuzzies/uninteresting, etc.).A note about photos of the

Scouts. We take and post a lot of photos of our Scouts and leaders. If you have a concern about posting photos of your Scout, please let me or Dave know.

VIDEOS: If you have videos, please be sure they are of sufficient quality and re levance for posting on our website (5 second videos of blurry objects aren’t very interesting). If they pass that hurdle, please upload them to YouTube and provide me the link.

Merit Badgesby Bob WilliamsonRecent Merit Badge Counselors have reported a positive increase in badge completion sign-offs, and the busy troop schedule makes it essential that Scouts attend every M.A.C. night session. The first fall M.A.C. session will be at the September 19th meeting. Citizenship in the World and First Aid will be offered along with other elective Badges. Note that First Aid may stretch into the winter M.A.C. sessions due its complexity.

If a Scout has an incomplete summer camp Merit Badge, now is the time to focus on what needs to be done for completion. The Capital City District has numerous counselors in addition to those within Troop 380 who can sign off on final requirements. You just have to ask.

There will be a discussion about Troop 380 Merit Badge Counseling at the Committee meeting on August 30 so please be there to participate. We continue to need adults with a personal or professional interest or skill that matches with a Merit Badge to consider signing up with the Advancement Assistant Scoutmaster, and you can view a merit badge training presentation at http://www.scouting.org/filestore/training/advancement/Merit_Badge_Counselor/The_Essentials_Presenters_Notes.pdf

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Recent Events

From all our efforts, we harrolded 3 new Scout ranks, and a 1 First Class Scout rank. Thank you to all that attended and to the top knotch staff! See you all at Baden Powell BootCamp, part duex.

Spotlight at the Ranchby Dave Ishikawa

Troop 380 worked at the Mosher Ranch in Elk Grove to be part of Spotlight on the Ranch, a fund raiser for academic scholarships. Thanks to the many scouts and adults who helped set up, clean up and break down this event. The Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation was able to raise over $40,000 in one day to help high school seniors.

Rosemont Graduation by Grayden

The Rosemont graduation was on June 14th and was a very successful event for troop 380. We went to the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium to do the

flag ceremony for the graduation of the Rosemont high school seniors. 6 scouts and 3 adults helped make the ceremony happen and did an excellent job.

Camp Wintonby Grayden

Camp Winton was from June 19th to June 25th and was an excellent summer camp. The staff were all excellent host to our troop and sure had long singing voices. Many merit badges were earn throughout the week and we won many awards for our troop. We won the award for cleanest campsite, best skit at campfire, and best patrol to compete in the camp wide games. Around 40 scouts and 10 adults attended along with camp staff in the troop; Darien, Bryan, Christian A., and Dakota. It was an amazing camp that all the boys enjoyed.

A Special Troop Meetingby Dave Ishikawa

Monday, July 27th, will always be a day that will be

Baden Powell BootCampby Michael Kuykendall

As the Boy Scouts of America changes – so do we at Troop 380. The BSA has added a new Scout Rank to the trail to Eagle... We call it the “Scout Rank”. With that we decided to introduce a new program into our already busy schedule. Now you may think we just dropped a new item into play. But this Scouter knows that we had discussed the possiblility of creating a bootcamp for scouts about 4 years ago during one of our campfires. Well, it was time for talk to take action.

On June 4, 2016 the first annual Baden Powell BootCamp took place on the front lawn of our beloved Scoutmaster Dave Isikawa’s house. The experienced scouts taught sessions on First Aid, Knife Safety, Hiking Safety, and the like. They councelled on the Boy Scout Oath and Law as well as the Outdoor Code. We soon realized that we would needed to schedule another BootCamp to continue where we left off.

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work with conservation groups around the world. We also had the honor of seeing a pangolin, a very threatened species with this particular animal being the only one in North America. After our great visit to the zoo, we checked in at Fiesta Island and our adventure continued. Scouts completed all but one of the badges that they enrolled in for the week. Every Scout enjoyed an activity or merit badge in the water including small craft sailing, motor boating, stand up paddling, mile swim, and kayaking. We returned to Sacramento on July 24. What a great trip!

Lost Coast Backpack Tripby Dave Ishikawa

11 scouts and 5 adults from Troop and Crew 380 took off to Lost Coast on July 27th. They were split into 2 groups heading opposite directions meeting in the middle on Friday. They enjoyed cool foggy weather in the 60s while back at home it was over 100. It was a wonderful hike over soft black sand and large boulders with a few nice

a lifetime. Upon arrival to San Diego, the troop stayed at the council headquarter campground and enjoyed the sounds of San Diego. On Sunday, we were treated to a private guided tour by one top experts at the zoo. This individual provided us with terrific behind the scenes work being done both at the zoo as well as

Scout Night at the River Catsby Kim Perry-Reed

On Saturday, July 9th Troop 380 once again shined. First, our very own Russel Brock threw the 1st pitch, and as a matter of fact, he threw the best pitch landing squarely in the catcher’s mitt! Not even Darth Maul was able to do that! Next the troop came out in full force to display the Garrison flag for the opening of Scout Night/Star Wars Night at the River Cats. It was a spectacular show with a breeze making the flag appear to “fly” on the baseball field. The troop had over 60 scouts and families in attendance, all had a great time with a beautiful firework show ending the evening. We can’t wait until next year!

Fiesta Island by Paul Keefer

On July 16, eight Scouts and two adults ventured to San Diego to have an aquatic adventure of

remembered in our hearts. It was the day we lost Alden Brock in a tragic accident at Philmont Ranch. We paid tribute to our fallen scout at East Lawn Sierra Hills with a memorial service for troop and family. It was a special evening for us all as we remembered Alden in prayer, with tears, and wonderful words. Thank you to all who attended. We will miss him.

Grayden Eagle Projectby Grayden

My Eagle project was on the 9th of July and turned out to be as successful as I had hoped. We had around 20 scouts and 12 adults attend to help me build 2 shelves and a cabinet, while also clean out the shipping contain outside. The school administration was blown away and are very grateful. Thank you all so very much for coming and support the final step on my journey to the top.

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Calendar. Under the direction of Max Rybarczyk and Dave Ishikawa the PLC planned our troop activity calendar. Here are highlights for 2017January

Snow Camp Out International Sportsmen’s

ExpoUniversity of Scouting

FebruaryKlondike Derby

MarchScouting for FoodBackpack TripSkills Camp Out

AprilSpring Road TripSpring Camporee

MayBaden Powell CampFair Oaks Cemetery Project

JuneHike and Camp OutCamp Meriwether (Oregon)

JulyHigh Adventure HikeNational JamboreeLong Lake Trip

AugustAngel IslandGolf Night

SeptemberYosemite Camp Out

Kirby Cove Camp OutOctober

Webelos WoodPumpkin Patch Open House

NovemberBike and Ice Cube

DecemberBowling NightFolsom Family Adventure

Adam Boles Eagle Court of Honor

A big thank you to the troop for supporting me. Thank you for those who helped with the set up, take down and those who helped in the kitchen. The event went very well, I enjoyed speaking to the crowd and telling my story. Thank for listening to my trumpet playing and thank you to those who helped with the program.

SMUD Picnicby Zenaida Kamine

This past Saturday, August 20 at Rancho Seco Regional Park, over 120 Scouts, parents, family

members and other adults from Troop and Crew 380 worked hard from 8am-5pm to put on the SMUD Employee Picnic. The members of the Troop and Crew went right to work setting up the awnings, tables, chairs and carnival game area. From 11am-3pm we served our barbecue Tri-tip sandwiches, hot dogs, and hamburgers as well as nachos and fried chicken. We also served soda, lemonade and water while the scouts ran the carnival games and inflatables for the children of the SMUD employees. Dave, Tony Juarez & Mike Bogue were the DJ’s for the day and kept everyone entertained with great music, game announcements and the favorite BINGO! At the end of the day, everyone pitched in to make sure the park was cleaner than we found it. Everyone had a great time and the scouts and their families earned money for their scout accounts.

Mini Trek by Paul Keefer

Crew 380 led Troop 380 on the Mini Trek to Mt. Mokelumne behind Camp Winton in the Mokelumne Wilderness. The weather was great as the Scouts hiked through the beautiful volcanic and glacial rock. The group enjoyed the fine art of backpacking while also working together and enjoying the surrounding lakes. There is much to explore in this region and will make for stiff competition for the Desolation Wilderness in the future.

trails. Nights were spent on beaches with waves crashing nearby. It was a once in a lifetime experience, just ask any of the scouts.

Family Golf Nightby Joseph Jacobs

Family Golf night hosted by Troop 380 was held August 8, at Bradshaw Ranch Golf Course. David, our scout in charge, recruited forty-seven scouts, family members, and friends who played the game. An obstacle course putting contest challenged most players. Closest to the hole and the longest drive also provided extended fun! After the round of golf, everyone enjoyed hotdogs, chips and cookies. Fore!

Calendar Planning Meetingby Dave Ishikawa

On August 10, 2016 the Patrol Leaders’ Council gathered to plan the 2017 Troop Program

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Save the Date

Honoring the Victims of 9-11September 11

Sunday, September 11, 2016, will be the 15th Anniversary date of the tragedy that changed our country forever. Cal Expo and the California State Fair has requested the Boy Scouts assist with a memorial observance of this historic day. Boy Scouts will place 2,977 flags on the lawn in front of Cal Expo to help us remember the victims of 9/11. The exhibit at the Expo Center will also be on display during the day and scouts will be asked to serve as hosts. Look for details for this event in Dave’s emails since we will not be having a meeting before this service project. Let us not forget.

Troop Family Camp Out at Lake TahoeSeptember 16-18

Bring your bicycles, floating devices, camping gear and your family to Sugar Pine Point State Park on the west shore of Lake Tahoe on the weekend of September 16-18, 2016. Families will join in on a traditional campfire, pot luck dinner (Saturday), hikes, bike ride and lots of fun. Let Chris know if you would like to participate. $30.00 will help pay for our group campground. If you would like to borrow equipment (tents, stoves, etc.), please see Dave. Please see Chris asap. We do not have a troop meeting before the Family Camp Out.

Eternal FlameSeptember 23-25

On the weekend of September 23-25, 2016 the troop will participate in the annual Eternal Flame weekend at Gibson

Ranch. The Pioneer Express District annually hosts this special event to pay tribute to retire United States flags and to highlight new citizens to our great nation. It is a wonderful weekend. The fee is $20.00 for food and special equipment for the event.

California Capital Airshow October 1-2

Mather Airport, World Famous U.S. Navy Blue Angels Return to the Skies of Sacramento

Tickets Prices Adult Price (ages 13 and

up): $25 until August 31st at midnight

Youth Price (ages 6-12): $10.00 until August 31st at midnight

Children 0-5 are FREE for General Admission ONLY!

Webelos WoodsOctober 14-16

Troop 380 will be the primary unit supporting the Golden Empire Council’s Webelos Woods on October 14-16, 2017. We will return to Gibson Ranch to host Webelos from all over the council. Our scouts will act as hosts, den leaders, station leaders, lead campfires, demonstrate flag ceremonies,

and cook some great food. Adults and scouts will be needed to help with this outstanding event. Please see Chris Ishikawa if you are interested in being part of the staff. You’ll get a staff hat and have a great time!

Scouting for Food November 5

Crew and Troop 380, along with Pack 380, will be hosting our annual Scouting for Food drive on Saturday, November 5, 2016. We will be meeting at the Round Table Pizza (9138 Kiefer Boulevard) in Rosemont at 8:30-45 a.m., and will be sending out groups of scouts, with two adults in each group, to collect food throughout Rosemont. Collected food items will go to the Sacramento Food Bank. This is a parent and scout food drive event, which we consider to be one of our most important service projects of the year. If you have a small pull wagon and sturdy reusable grocery bags, please bring them as it makes carrying donated items easier. Scouts are to be in Class A uniform and everyone should bring a water bottle and comfortable shoes. Lunch will be provided. If you have any questions, please contact Charles Potter.

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San Francisco TripNovember 11-13

The 2016 Troop calendar includes a trip to San Francisco over the Veteran’s Day weekend, November 11-13. We had originally intended to stay at the Rob Hill Campground in the Presidio. Unfortunately, the campground closes for the season on October 31st. Efforts to gain access to the campground have been unsuccessful. We are currently attempting to make arrangements with the Volunteer Coordinator of the Presidio Trust to secure another campsite in exchange for a service project. Updates will be forthcoming.

November Open HouseNovember 14

On November 14, 2016, Troop 380 will host their Open House. We will be inviting the Webelos from around our area to join us. We will showcase the Troop and its many facets. The Webelos

and parents will be treated to Dutch Oven Cooking. They will have the opportunity to gather information about Personal Gear and Uniforming. The Webelos will be able to make rope and a Neckerchief slide. The parents can gather information about our troop and about our next Summer Camp as well. They will also be able to tour our Troop Trailer, Canoes, and a Model Campsite. And treated to some Troop 380 cobbler!

Folsom Family AdventureDecember 3

Troop 380 Scouts and family members are invited to take part in what has become a troop tradition. On Saturday, December 3, 2016, we will meet at the Watt and Folsom Light Rail Station and board Light Rail to Folsom. In Old Town Folsom on the first Saturday of December, the city celebrates with an Art and Craft Fair, Ice Skating Rink, Christmas Fair and Farmers Market. Scouts and family can try their hand

(or should we say legs) at ice skating, have lunch and possibly tour the old Folsom Power House State Park. It is a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Charge related to ice skating and light rail will be available as we get closer to the date.

December Rim of the Bay Hike December 4

On Sunday, December 4, Troop 380 will be traveling to Mount Diablo State Park where we will be hiking to the top of Mount Diablo (elevation 3,849 ft). On clear day, you can see all the way to the Sierra Nevada from the top. This hike is one of the six hikes that is part of the rim of the bay hike series. Scouts completing this hike will earn a “rocker” for the peak, as well as a center patch if this is your first rim of the bay hike. The hike can also be used for scouts that are working on their hiking merit badge.

Winter Court of Honor December 12, 2016

Rancho Cordova City Hall 6:00 p.m. Catering will be by

West Coast Catering, Cost TBD Their will Awards, prizes and

pictures. With a special guest

2017 Spring Road TripApril 8-13

We started a tradition in 2015 by visiting Death Valley during spring break. This year we ventured to Oregon and the California North Coast. In 2017 we have selected Southern Utah and Arizona as our destination. We will travel to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park and Bryce National Park. These are some of the most amazing parks in our National Park system. We will travel by car and stay at campgrounds and hotels to and from these wonderful destinations. Immediate family members are welcome to attend. The dates of travel will be Saturday, April 8 thru Thursday, April 13. Cost is estimated between $300 to $400 per person (maybe less depending on accommodations). The fees include travel, food, entry fees, shirt and accommodations). Drivers will receive a break in fees if they carry scouts. If you are interested in participating in our Spring Road Trip we will meet Monday, September 19th after the troop meeting to discuss details, travel plans and costs.

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2017 National Jamboree StaffJuly 19-28

A special way to see Scouting’s biggest and most spectacular event is to serve on staff at the 2017 National Jamboree. If you will be 16 years or older by time the Jamboree starts you can be part of the 4,000 staff members at Jamboree. I will be the program manager of the Mountain Biking area at the Bechtel Summit in West Virginia. The best part is the cost to be on staff is only $425.00 for youth staff and $850.00 for adult staff. Of course you have to get yourself to the Summit, but I am working on a group airfare for staff from the Golden Empire Council. By the way the Jamboree will be from July 19-28, 2017. Staff will be asked to arrive a few days early and stay at least one day extra at the conclusion of the Jamboree. Please see me if you are interested in being part of this amazing experience.

Trail’s End Fall Popcorn Fundraiser

Ah Fall. Kids go back to school, leaves begin to change colors and our annual Trail’s End popcorn fundraiser begins!

We are extremely fortunate at Troop 380 to offer a wide variety of adventures for our Scouts to experience. There is also a range of expense that goes along with campouts, treks and Jamborees.

That’s where popcorn can be a great opportunity for your Scout to earn their way to the activity of their choice.

Site sales, on-line sales and door to door are the many great examples a Scout can fundraise with Trail’s End.

In addition to the commission

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Summer Camp 2017 at Camp Meriwether, OregonJune 25 - July 1

Troop 380 will travel to the Northwest Coast of Oregon for summer camp in 2017. We will camp June 25 to July 1 at Camp Meriwether. Camp Meriwether is a Cascade Pacific Council camp that has been featured in Scouting Magazine. It one of the premier camps in the West. The camp features a Pacific Ocean access, a lake for boating and swimming, a first class dining hall, climbing program, a historic living history fort, shooting sports, high adventure hikes, handicraft, and nature programs. The fee will be $400.00 or less. This is almost the same price as California camps. If you would like to attend Camp Meriwether, please pay a $20.00 deposit to hold your spot. We have a limited number of positions at camp.

2017 National Jamboree July 19-28

You’ve heard the council 2017 National Jamboree contingent is “full”, three troops of 36 scouts and a crew of 8 Ventures. What are my options if I still want to attend? Complete the council National Jamboree registration as the council is working with the National headquarters on adding another troop and crew patrol. If the council is not successful in adding additional units they will contact other councils, on your behalf, to see about placing you with councils that have vacancies.

earned, we are excited to announce our council’s partnership with Sacramento Republic F/C.

Sell $600 in product and receive an exclusive soccer clinic with players and coaches of the Sac Republic F/C! You will also receive a very cool co-branded Republic F/C- Boy Scout shirt!

Important dates to know:August 29th: Scouts will

receive their Take Order forms. Any questions regarding Take Orders contact Elizabeth or Louis Ruygt @ [email protected] or (916)417-9798

September 1st: Sales begin! See Michelle Ronshausen to book your Site Sale product: [email protected] or (916)719-9002

October 17th: All Take Order forms are due. Please turn into Louis or Elizabeth Ruygt.

November 12th: Popcorn Take Orders available for pick-up at the Ruygt’s, 11603 Prospect Hill Drive, Gold River.

November 14th: Scout Take Order product will be available to pick up at Troop meeting.

Popcorn is a WIN-WIN-WIN! The sale supports all 3 levels of our Scouting program: Income to the Council to serve our Packs and Troops; Money for Packs and Troops to carry out activities and Savings to our Scout families.

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Fall 2016 the EAGLE 9

Advancementby Floyd Brown and Rommel Aguil

Javier A Graphic Arts, Salesmanship, Soil & Water Conservation, Theatre

David A. Archery, Art, *Environmental Science, Geology, Graphic Arts, Kayaking, Leatherwork, Mining In Society, Model Design, Space Exploration, Wilderness Survival

Brandon B. Life Small-Boat Sailing, Water SportsJon B. Archery, KayakingTim B. MotorboatingRussell B. Fingerprinting, Rifle Shooting,

Woodcarving, Pulp & Paper, Wilderness Survival, Weather

Tommy C. 2nd Class *Emergency Preparedness 1st Class Fingerprinting, *First Aid, Sculpture,

WoodcarvingLucio D. Fingerprinting, Fire Safety, Forestry,

Mammal StudyRyan D. Art, *Family Life, Kayaking, Mammal

Study, Orienteering, Painting, Soil & Water Conservation, *Swimming, Theatre

John D. *Citizenship In The Nation, Motorboating, Small-Boat Sailing

Steven F. *First Aid, SculptureDaniel H. ForestryTristen H. Scout Fingerprinting, Mammal Study,

WeatherBryan H. Wilderness SurvivalIsaac H. Fingerprinting, Forestry, Mammal

StudyLuke K. Art, *Camping, *Citizenship In The

Nation, Fingerprinting, Leatherwork, Pioneering, Small-Boat Sailing

James K. Life Archeology, *Camping, *Emergency Preparedness, Pulp & Paper, Sculpture, Soil & Water Conservation, Small-Boat Sailing, Weather, Wilderness Survival

Andre K. Scout Donovan K. SafetyKenneth L. Fingerprinting, Forestry, Mammal

Study, Soil & Water ConservationTaylor L. *Camping, *Family Life, Mammal

Study, Painting, Wilderness SurvivalMatthew M. Art, Basketry, Collections, Pulp &

Paper, TextilesMitchell M. Tenderfoot Fingerprinting, Forestry, Mammal

StudyJacob N. Art, Fingerprinting, Graphic Arts,

Painting, Pulp & PaperChristopher N. *Family LifeSteven P. *First Aid, Kayaking, Public SpeakingGabriel P. Disability Awareness, Orienteering,

PioneeringAndrew P. Pioneering, Wilderness Survival

Jacob Q. 1St Class Fingerprinting, *First Aid, *Emergency Preparedness, Kayaking, Woodcarving

Omar R. Fingerprinting, Forestry, Mammal Study, Soil & Water Conservation

Kian R. Fingerprinting, Forestry, Mammal Study, Soil & Water Conservation

Logan R. *Citizenship In The World, Graphic Arts, Music, Public Speaking, Pulp & Paper

Christopher R. Basketry, Public Speaking, Pulp & Paper, Safety, Soil & Water Conservation, Weather, Wilderness Survival

Kai R. *First AidMax R. Life *Citizenship In The World, *Emergency

Preparedness, Leatherwork, Mammal Study, Music, Pioneering, Pulp & Paper, Sculpture, Small-Boat Sailing, Soil & Water Conservation, Weather, Wilderness Survival

Carter S. Star Archery, *Camping, *Communication, *Family Life, Forestry, Music, Wilderness Survival

Jarod S. *Camping, Painting, WeatherFred S. *Camping, *Emergency Preparedness,

Soil & Water ConservationGrayden S. Archery, Canoeing, Dentistry, Graphic

Arts, Kayaking, Medicine, Rowing, Small-Boat Sailing, Soil & Water Conservation, Theatre

James S. *Citizenship In The Nation, *Citizenship In The World, *Family Life

Braydon T. Fingerprinting, Forestry, Mammal Study, Soil & Water Conservation

Nathan T. Plant Science, WeatherDillon T. Fingerprinting, Forestry, Mammal

Study, Soil & Water ConservationTyler T. Archery, *Camping, *Environmental

Science, Geology, Graphic Arts, Kayaking, Law, Mining In Society, Model Design, *Personal Management, Soil & Water Conservation, Space Exploration, *Swimming, Wilderness Survival

Jalen W. Art, Astronomy, *Citizenship In The World, *Emergency Preparedness, Graphic Arts, Woodcarving

Andrew W. 1St Class Graphic Arts, Painting, Plant Science*Eagle Required Merit Badge