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Gear up for MassJam 2013!

9/24/2013

 
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MassJam 2013 is quickly approaching, and there are now more than 7000 Scouts registered for the event.   This one looks like it will be one for the ages!

You can help yourself be prepared for the event by visiting the official MassJam 2013 website.  There, you will find descriptions of the activities and competitions that you'll be enjoying there.

Note that there will be plenty of goodies for sale/trade at the event, but you can beat the rush by ordering early & online at the merchandise pre-order webpage  Patches, t-shirts, fleeces, hats, etc. are available for order now.

Troop Court of Honor - October 7 @ 7:30pm

9/24/2013

 
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You have cheered on your son's home runs, soccer goals and  track meet "best times".  Now, please join us in cheering on your son's other achievements - in Scouting!

All are invited to attend Troop 17's Court of Honor on Monday, October 7 at 7:30 pm.  The Court of Honor will be held in the sanctuary of the  Congregational Church of Mansfield.

This Court of Honor will feature the many achievements and ranks advancements earned throughout the Summer at Summer Camp, Day Camp and Merit Badge Mania.  We will also be officially installing our new Patrol Leader's Council.  

Each family should bring a treat to share, the troop will provide drinks.  
(You may drop your treat in the kitchen before heading up to the Court of Honor). 

Flag Retirement Ceremony - Sat. Sept 28 @ 6pm

9/24/2013

 
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The Troop will be conducting a flag retirement ceremony on Saturday, September 28 from 6pm to 7pm at the Mansfield Municipal Airport (265 Fruit St.).  Anyone wishing to have a flag retired should either drop off the flag in the Scout room before  Friday or arrive at the Airport by 5:30.

Scouts are asked to wear their  Class A uniform for this event, and should plan on arriving early to help with setup.

MassJam 2013 sign-ups due NOW

9/15/2013

 
Please remember to sign up for MassJam - we need commitments by Sept 15, so our  registration can go in on time.  Details and sign up are on Sign Up Genius  - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F4BA8A62EA57-mass.  This sign-up is quick & easy.  We need responses, even if you are not attending. 

Note that we cannot accept any late registrations for this event! 
If you do not signup now, you will not be attending.  Don't miss out!

Permission slips due Sept 9 for Camp Yawgoog Trip

9/8/2013

 
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The Troop will be camping at Camp Yawgoog the weekend of Sept. 20-22.  Camp Yawgoog is the fourth oldest Boy Scout camp in America, and we'll be hosting Webelos Scouts for a weekend of Pioneering and Ultimate Frisbee!

Please return the attached permission slip and camping fee no later than this Monday’s troop meeting (Sept. 9), and please let us know in the meantime whether your scout is attending and if you can drive and/or chaperone.  We definitely need drivers, so any assist welcome.
BTW - for those of you who have seen the movie "Moonrise Kingdom", many of the scenes were filmed at Camp Yawgoog.

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    Troop 17 was chartered June 1, 1923.  The charter organization for Troop 17 is the Orthodox Congregational Church in Mansfield, MA.

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