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| Nov 07, 2008 |
2010 NATIONAL JAMBOREE RALLY - There will be a rally and information session for the 100th Anniversary National Scout Jamboree on Sunday, November 16, 2:00pm at the Libertyville High School Theater. Come find out about the FUN and EXCITEMENT in attending the 100th Anniversary Celebration of the Boy Scouts of America! Don’t miss out on this opportunity! All Scouts who qualify and would like to learn more about this unique opportunity should make every effort to attend. |
| Oct 22, 2008 |
RIVERWOODS ROAD CLEANUP - Troop 78 Riverwoods Road fall cleanup is scheduled for Sunday November 2nd from 12:00 to 1:30, starting from CCC. There is sure to be loads of trash to pick up following Halloween. It's a lot of fun finding all the interesting trash on the side of the road. You can have fun while earning service hours. Wear long pants, long sleves, and bring work gloves. Contact Collin Becker for information. |
| Oct 14, 2008 |
COMMANDO CAMPOUT - This year's Commando Campout will be November 7-9 at camp Sol Crown. This campout is always a huge hit with the Scouts. Highlights include Capture the Flag and Flour Bomb competitions. Watch for announcements. |
| Oct 14, 2008 |
MERIT BADGE FAIR - NEIC is holding its annual Merit Badge Fair on November 15, at the Great Lakes Naval Base near North Chicago. Please reply to Joe Nordstrom's email as soon as possible with your choices for merit badges, as all are offered on a first-come, first-Served basis. |
| Oct 1, 2008 |
COURT OF HONOR - All Scouts and family members are encouraged to come to the Court of Honor at 7:00 on Monday, October 13. We will honor all scouts who have completed rank advancement or merit badges since the last CoH. Followed by a desert extravaganza, each family should bring a dessert to share. |
| Oct 1, 2008 |
WREATH PACKET TURN-IN - Don't forget to keep selling wreaths. Wreath packet turn-in is on Monday, October 27. |
| Oct 1, 2008 |
DEVIL'S LAKE ROCK CLIMBING - We will be going to Devil's Lake State Park in Baraboo, WI, for the Climbing Campout, October 24-26. Spectacular scenery, plenty of opportunity for challenging climbs, and experienced outfitters make this campout a favorite for Scouts. Click the following links for the Flyer and the Waiver. Contact Mr. Tiller for more information. |
| June 2, 2008 |
ONLINE SURVEY - Don't forget to do your online or paper survey! Everyone in the troop should have received an email with a link to the survey. If you did not, contact Mr. Nordstrom and he will send you one. Your input on activities and events will be extremely useful as the Senior Patrol and the Troop Committee work together this summer to plan out next year's calendar of events. |
| June 1, 2008 |
4TH OF JULY PARADE - Troop 78 will once again participate in the Lincolnshire 4th of July parade. Keep your eyes open for upcoming communication! |
| May 19, 2008 |
WET N' WILD - Join Troop 78 as we raft, canoe and kayak the mighty East Race Waterway on Sunday, June 15. This course is modeled after the Olympic course in Augsberg, Germany, and is great for beginners and experts. This is one of the most fun events of the year. Parents and family can also participate! Click here for flyer. Contact Mr. Rodrigues for information. |
| April, 2008 |
SUGAR RIVER CANOE TRIP - On May 17th and 18th, Troop 78 is heading out to the Sugar River in Winnebago county for an overnight canoe trip. Join us for two fun filled days of canoeing and camping. Details are available by following the link for the registration form , description of the trip and a map . Turn in your form and check at the PLC meeting on May 5th or in the mail to the address on the form by May 9th. For more information, contact Mr. Tiller. |
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| Feb 28, 2008 |
BACKPACKING TRIP - Our overnight backpacking trip will be on April 11-13, on the beautiful Ice Age Trail at the Kettle Morraine State Park in Wisconsin. Our troop has hiked there in the past, and everyone loves it. There are a number of hiking options, including a 10-mile backpack trek. We are inviting the Pack 78 Webelos to camp with us at the site, as it will be close to a parking area. Click here for flyer and park Info wirh map. |
| Feb 4, 2008 |
SCOUTING FOR FOOD - Troop 78 will be doing our annual food drive in March. We will distribute bags on Saturday March 1, and collect the food on Saturday March 8. Meet at the church at 9:00 a.m. each day. Bag preparation will be Friday, February 22, At the Coulson's house. Scouts will receive service hours for participating. |
| Feb 4, 2008 |
DAY HIKE - Hey scouts, it is time for the Spring Day Hike. This 10 mile hike is scheduled to take place on March 9th at 12:30pm, starting at the Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville, just off of St. Mary's road. We will hike 10 miles along the the Des Plaines River Trail. Click here for flyer. To participate you must email Brad T. and Dr. Wood no later than this Friday!. |
| Jan 28, 2008 |
ROCK CLIMBING - Troop 78 will be returning this year to the North Wall Climbing Gym on February 17 for our indoor rock climbing day trip. It is a great way to fulfil some of the requirements for the Climbing merit badge, whether you have already started it or are thinking about it. Scouts loved the outing last year. Contact Mr. Service for information. Click here for flyer and waiver. |
| Dec 10, 2007 |
WINTER CAMPOUT - This year's Winter Campout will be held at Camp MaKaJaWan over the weekend of January 18-21. We have reserved heated cabins (located by the summer camp Country Store) for the weekend. Activities will include winter hiking, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, showshoeing, sledding, and winter scouting skills. Contact Mr. Nerad or Mr. Tolbert for information. Click here for flyer. |
| Nov 24, 2007 |
WINTER SOLSTICE DAY HIKE - Join us for a fun and challenging 10-mile hike along the Des Plains River Trail on Sunday, December 16, 2007. Meet at the Lincolnshire Village Hall west parking area at 12:00 noon. The hike will take about 4 hours. Scouts should eat lunch BEFORE they depart, but bring snack food and water for refreshment as we walk. We will walk in any weather, so dress accordingly and bring spare clothing. Click here for flyer. |
| Oct 23, 2007 |
COMMANDO CAMPOUT - This year's Commando Campout will be November 9-11 at camp Sol Crown. Last year's was a huge hit with the Scouts, and this year's promises to be very well attended by both new and senior Scouts. Highlights include Capture the Flag and Flour Bomb competitions. Planning meeting on October 29. Click here for flyer. |
| Sep 28, 2007 |
ADULT LEARNING OPPORTUNITY - Troop 78 is offering a great group learning opportunity for all adults in our troop. The session will be at Jan Stefans' house, Monday, Oct 1, 7:30-9:30. We will discuss opportunities for involvement, provide tips for working effectively with boys, help you give to the community, and answer all your questions about the troop. Whatever your role, this is a fantastic way to get started. Please join us. |
| Sep 25, 2007 |
WREATH SALE - This year's Wreath Sale kicks off on Monday, October 8. Scouts will pick up their wreath route assignments and sales materials at the Troop Meeting. Please make every effort to be at the meeting, or have someone pick up your material. Parents of new Scouts should attend the last 30 minutes of the meeting! REMEMBER - Scouts keep 40% of proceeds, to apply toward high-adventure trips or camping equipment. |
| Sep 25, 2007 |
CLIMBING CAMPOUT - We will be going to Devil's Lake State Park in Baraboo, WI, for the Climbing Campout, October 19-21. Spectacular scenery, plenty of opportunity for challenging climbs, and experienced outfitters make this campout a favorite for Scouts. Details TBD. |
| Sep 12, 2007 |
NEIC CAMPOREE - Troop 78 will participate in the Northeast Illinois Council "Back to Basics" Camporee, on October 5-7, at Van Patten Woods in Wadsworth, IL. This camporee will provide Scouts with the chance not only to test basic scouting skills, but also to share in the spirit of Scouting as it was 100 years ago. Activities will include fire building and knots as well as war canoe races, fishing, games, kayaking, climbing wall, and much more. Click for the following documents: flyer ... map ... schedule ... program. |
| Aug 19, 2007 |
SKILLS CAMPOUT - This is a GREAT way to kick off the year. It will be September 14-16 at the Adeline Geo-Karis State Park (formerly, IL Beach Park) in Zion, IL. It is an opportunity for younger Scouts to learn advancement skills, and older Scouts to practice by teaching. Planning meeting is Sep. 3. Contact Mr. Buckardt with questions. Click here for flyer. |
| Aug 19, 2007 |
TROOP FAMILY PICNIC - Everyone please join us on Monday , August 27th 6-8pm at Tamarak Day Camp, end of Elm Road, in Lincolnshire. Registration packets will be available so please bring your check book. Short informational meeting and a good old fashion bar-b-que.. |
| Jun 29, 2007 |
4TH OF JULY PARADE - Troop 78 will again be marching in the Lincolnshire 4th of July parade. We will be handing out small Lincolnshire flags to spectators. Wear comfortable shoes and your full scout uniform, and bring water bottles. We will meet at the Sprague parking lot at 10:00 AM. The parade will end at Spring Lake Park. Please reply ASAP to the Mitchells. |
| May 28, 2007 |
4TH OF JULY PARADE - Keep your eyes open for announcements about the Lincolnshrie 4th of July Parade and other summer Troop 78 events! |
| May 23, 2007 |
PHILMONT TRAINING HIKE - Scouts going to Philmont this summer will have an equipment demo and a training hike on Sunday, May 27, at Old School Preserve, lot C. The equipment demo will be from 9-10am, hike will be from 10am-3pm. Others are welcome to participate. Wear good hiking boots and bring water and sack lunches. |
| May 13, 2007 |
WET N' WILD - Join Troop 78 as we raft, canoe and kayak the mighty East Race Waterway on Sunday, June 17. This course is modeled after the Olympic course in Augsberg, Germany, and is great for beginners and experts. This is one of the most fun events of the year. Parents can also participate! Click here for flyer. Contact Mr. Rodrigues for information. |
| May 9, 2007 |
MEMORIAL DAY - We have a wonderful opportunity to serve our village in their celebration of Memorial Day on Monday, May 28, 9:30 am at North Park. The village has asked Troop 78 to be the honor guard for the flag ceremony. Scouts must be in full uniform. Please respond to Dr. Wood through e-mail or at the Monday, May 14 meeting. |
| Apr 28, 2007 |
WEBELOS CAMPOUT - We are going on our annual campout with the incoming Webelos on May 18-20. This is always a very fun campout with lots of activities, and is a great opportunity for new scouts to meet the troop. Click here for flyer. Contact Mr. Mitchell for more information. |
| Apr 17, 2007 |
ORIENTEERING - We are going to hold our own Orienteering session on Sunday, May 12, from 3-5, at North Park. This will meet the requirements for First Class, and is really fun! Click here for flyer. Contact Mr. Hamilton or Mr. Buckhart for more information. |
| Apr 16, 2007 |
FIRST AID MERIT BADGE - Troop 78 is planning to offer the First Aid merit badge this spring, timing of the first meeting is still being determined. This is an Eagle Required merit badge. If you do not have this merit badge, you should plan on taking it. Troy Glickstern is collecting names, please contact Troy if you are interested. |
| Apr 11, 2007 |
COMMUNICATIONS MERIT BADGE - Troop 78 is offering the Communications merit badge starting on Saturday, April 28, 2007, at the CCC, starting at 9am. This is an Eagle Required merit badge. If you do not have this merit badge, you should plan on taking it. Contact Mr. Rodrigues if you are interested. Prerequisites exist, click here for flyer. |
| Apr 9, 2007 |
FIRST AID MEET - The NE Illinois Council is offering a First Aid Meet THIS SATURDAY, April 14. Highlights: inter-troop competition; realistic scenarios; skills for ranks and First Aid Merit Badge; and an opportunity to learn from the pros--real rescue and EMT teams will be present. Too good to miss. Contact Dr. Wood if you are interested. Click here for flyer. |
| Apr 7, 2007 |
CAVING CAMPOUT - Troop 78 will be repeating one of its most popular campouts ever, April 20-22. Explore the squeeze, a 12” by 18” opening that must be crawled through on all fours, as well as the Bat Room, Dave’s Sink, and Wayne’s World. These changing caves offer new views every year, and the opportunity to excavate a cave. Click here for the flyer. |
| Apr 2, 2007 |
PADS - We will be doing our last PADS on Saturday, April 14. This is a great opportunity for scouts to help others, and to get service hours. If you have not done it before, you should try to go this time. If you are interested, contact Greg Englerth. |
| Mar 13, 2007 |
OA ELECTIONS - All Scouts should make sure they attend the March 19 meeting so they can vote in the Order of the Arrow elections! |
| Mar 5, 2007 |
DAY HIKE - We will be going on a day hike with the Pack 78 Webelos in Moraine Hills State Park in McHenry, IL, on Sunday, March 18. There will be a 5-mile and a 10-mile hike, both of which can be used for advancement or toward the hiking merit badge. Click here for flyer. |
| Mar 5, 2007 |
BROWNSEA - Brownsea is a 1-week outdoor youth leadership program offered June 17-23 by the Northeast Illinois Council at Camp Wabaningo in Wisconsin. Scouts interested in participating in Brownsea, who meet the prerequisites, should contact Dr. Wood. Scouts must be 14 years old, have held a leadership position, and have the camping merit badge. |
| Feb 21, 2007 |
FOOD DRIVE - Troop 78 will be doing our annual food drive in March. We will distribute bags on Saturday March 3, and collect the food on Saturday March 10. Meet at the church at 9:00 a.m. each day. We still need Scouts and adult drivers for both days. Scouts will receive service hours for participating. If you can participate, contact Greg Englerth. |
| Feb 19, 2007 |
PHILMONT MEETING - All Scouts attending Philmont this summer should come to the church at 6:30 for a discussion and planning meeting on Monday, February 26. |
| Feb 10, 2007 |
COURT OF HONOR - All Scouts and family members are encouraged to come to the Court of Honor at 6:30 on Monday, February 19. We will honor all scouts who have completed rank advancement or merit badges since the last CoH. Preceded by a potluck dinner. |
| Feb 6, 2007 |
PATROL ACTIVITY - Scoutmaster Dr. Wood reminds all Patrol Leaders to begin planning their patrol outings, and submit plans to Dr. Wood. Patrol outings will need at least two adult leaders, at least one of whom is Youth Safety trained. Questions, please contact Dr. Wood. |
| Feb 1, 2007 |
ADVANCEMENT - All advancement must be completed by Monday, Feb. 5, to be recognized at the Feb. 19 Court of Honor. Scoutmaster Conferences, Boards of Review, and completed Merit Badge blue sheets turned in. See Mrs. Stefans with questions. |
| Feb 1, 2007 |
FAMILY LIFE MB - If you have not completed the MB work, you must schedule time with Mrs. Schaper on your own. Remember to bring a buddy! |
| Feb 1, 2007 |
PERSONAL MANAGEMENT MB - Announcement from Mrs. Schaper to parents of Scouts taking the Personal Management merit badge. Click here. |
| Feb 1, 2007 |
PHILMONT - There are still a coouple of places open for the Philmont trip in July/August, a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Scouts! Contact Mr. Leigh or Mr. Nordstrom if you are interested. |
| Feb 1, 2007 |
PHILMONT ORIENTATION - The REI store in Niles is offereing an orientation session on Wednesday, February 7 for scouts planning on going to Philmont. They will discuss the ins and outs of essential gear, safety, what to expect, and how to keep the cost to a minimum. Click here for more information. Mr Leigh and/or Mr. Nordstrom will be going, scouts who are planning on going to Philmont should also consider going. |
| Feb 1, 2007 |
HIGH ADVENTURE CANOE TRIP - Mr. Holub is leading a week-long high adventure canoe trip for older scouts this June, in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota. If you are interested, contact Mr. Holub. |
