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UPDATE
Troop Message regarding Coronavirus
All Troop 1249 Scouts, Scouters and Families – With schools and local governments rapidly changing decisions regarding corona-virus – the Leaders of Troop 1249 believe we also need to take reasonable precautions to protect our Scouts, Leaders, and their families.
Virtual Meetings are occurring on a weekly basis. Reminder emails will be sent out.
UPCOMING EVENTS
December - Unfortunately due to the Pandemic, we will be unable to have our Annual Christmas Service, attend Wreaths Across America, nor serve at Warm Nights. As we enter this Christmas season, let us be reminded of our several things:
Do a Good Turn Daily
This does not mean that you should do just one Good Turn during the day and then stop. It means you should always be looking for extra opportunities to help others, quietly and without boasting. Remember that a Good Turn is an act of kindness, not just something you do because it is good manners. Good Turns should be done for family, friends, adults, children, and especially for those that are not able to do the task themselves.
A Scout Is...
TRUSTWORTHY
Scouts tell the truth and keep their promises. Honesty is part of their code of conduct. People can depend on them.
LOYAL
Scouts are true to their family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.
HELPFUL
Scouts are concerned about other people. They do things willingly for others without pay or reward.
FRIENDLY
Scouts are a friend to all. They are a brother or sister to other Scouts. They seek to understand others. They respect those with ideas and customs other than their own.
COURTEOUS
Scouts are polite to everyone regardless of age or position. They know good manners make it easier for people to get along together.
KIND
Scouts understand there is strength in being gentle. They treat others as they want to be treated. They do not hurt or kill harmless things without reason.
OBEDIENT
Scouts follow the rules of their family, school, and troop. They obey the laws of their community and country.
CHEERFUL
Scouts look for the bright side of things. They cheerfully do tasks that come their way. They try to make others happy.
THRIFTY
Scouts work to pay their way and to help others. They save for unforeseen needs. They protect and conserve natural resources. They carefully use time and property.
BRAVE
Scouts can face danger even if they are afraid. They have the courage to stand for what they think is right even if others laugh at or threaten them.
CLEAN
Scouts keep their body and mind fit and clean. They go around with those who believe in living by these same ideals. They help keep their home and community clean.
REVERENT
Scouts are reverent toward God. They are faithful in their religious duties. They respect the beliefs of others.
Troop Message regarding Coronavirus
All Troop 1249 Scouts, Scouters and Families – With schools and local governments rapidly changing decisions regarding corona-virus – the Leaders of Troop 1249 believe we also need to take reasonable precautions to protect our Scouts, Leaders, and their families.
Virtual Meetings are occurring on a weekly basis. Reminder emails will be sent out.
UPCOMING EVENTS
December - Unfortunately due to the Pandemic, we will be unable to have our Annual Christmas Service, attend Wreaths Across America, nor serve at Warm Nights. As we enter this Christmas season, let us be reminded of our several things:
Do a Good Turn Daily
This does not mean that you should do just one Good Turn during the day and then stop. It means you should always be looking for extra opportunities to help others, quietly and without boasting. Remember that a Good Turn is an act of kindness, not just something you do because it is good manners. Good Turns should be done for family, friends, adults, children, and especially for those that are not able to do the task themselves.
A Scout Is...
TRUSTWORTHY
Scouts tell the truth and keep their promises. Honesty is part of their code of conduct. People can depend on them.
LOYAL
Scouts are true to their family, Scout leaders, friends, school, and nation.
HELPFUL
Scouts are concerned about other people. They do things willingly for others without pay or reward.
FRIENDLY
Scouts are a friend to all. They are a brother or sister to other Scouts. They seek to understand others. They respect those with ideas and customs other than their own.
COURTEOUS
Scouts are polite to everyone regardless of age or position. They know good manners make it easier for people to get along together.
KIND
Scouts understand there is strength in being gentle. They treat others as they want to be treated. They do not hurt or kill harmless things without reason.
OBEDIENT
Scouts follow the rules of their family, school, and troop. They obey the laws of their community and country.
CHEERFUL
Scouts look for the bright side of things. They cheerfully do tasks that come their way. They try to make others happy.
THRIFTY
Scouts work to pay their way and to help others. They save for unforeseen needs. They protect and conserve natural resources. They carefully use time and property.
BRAVE
Scouts can face danger even if they are afraid. They have the courage to stand for what they think is right even if others laugh at or threaten them.
CLEAN
Scouts keep their body and mind fit and clean. They go around with those who believe in living by these same ideals. They help keep their home and community clean.
REVERENT
Scouts are reverent toward God. They are faithful in their religious duties. They respect the beliefs of others.
Troop 1249 Greenery Sales 2020 - ORDERS TO ARRIVE FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER
We will not be holding a mandatory Greenery fundraiser this year. These are unique times and it would not be safe to have the Scouts selling greenery this year. However, because many people count on purchasing these items for the holidays, we are making the Greenery products available for purchase to only to Troop 1249 families and friends. There is no minimum and no requirement to sell.
Attached is a flyer of the items – including both items in bulk delivered to us and items delivered directly as gifts. Review the attached flyer. If you desire to purchase items for your personal use, for friends or as gifts – use the attached forms to track your order. I ask for orders to be placed by November 2.
You can email your order (matt_mcgowan@verizon.net) and mail me a check for payment after your order is confirmed.
Because items (not direct delivery items) are purchase by the case, we may have to limit quantities if there is not sufficient demand. I will notify you if that happens and then you can decide to change your order or substitute items.
Delivery will again be the first week after Thanksgiving.
If using the direct delivery option, please remember to use the attached from so I can input the address to whom the item will be delivered.
We will not be holding a mandatory Greenery fundraiser this year. These are unique times and it would not be safe to have the Scouts selling greenery this year. However, because many people count on purchasing these items for the holidays, we are making the Greenery products available for purchase to only to Troop 1249 families and friends. There is no minimum and no requirement to sell.
Attached is a flyer of the items – including both items in bulk delivered to us and items delivered directly as gifts. Review the attached flyer. If you desire to purchase items for your personal use, for friends or as gifts – use the attached forms to track your order. I ask for orders to be placed by November 2.
You can email your order (matt_mcgowan@verizon.net) and mail me a check for payment after your order is confirmed.
Because items (not direct delivery items) are purchase by the case, we may have to limit quantities if there is not sufficient demand. I will notify you if that happens and then you can decide to change your order or substitute items.
Delivery will again be the first week after Thanksgiving.
If using the direct delivery option, please remember to use the attached from so I can input the address to whom the item will be delivered.
What we did these past couple of months!
In January, our troop did our favorite winter cabin camping at the Yurt at Camp Henson. A Webelos and dad joined us for the weekend. On Saturday, the scouts went on a 5 mile hike around the camp. The highlight was game playing into the wee hours of the nights. Jim T. brought his propane smoker. The adults enjoyed smoked ribs, while the scouts made double-smoked ham. What a delicious dinner!. Check out these pictures!
We also helped with Warm Nights on December 26th. Thank you to all who contributed food and time for this very special event. You can check out pictures here!
We also helped with Warm Nights on December 26th. Thank you to all who contributed food and time for this very special event. You can check out pictures here!
If you would like to add our Troop Calendar to your own family calendar, add Troop1249Bowie@gmail.com
Latest Eagle Scouts
Congratulations to our latest Eagle Scouts ---> Leo Bangura, John Bridgers, Wesley Shoemaker, and Henry Brown! This past year was a very busy time for these scouts. Who will be our next Eagle?
If anyone knows of other Troop Eagle Scouts not listed or has information of our Troop History, please forward to Asst. Scoutmaster Snider. We would like to add a Troop History page to our website. We have a remarkable history.
Troop 1249 has now produced 83 Eagle Scouts. Who are our other Eagle Scouts?
Congratulations to our latest Eagle Scouts ---> Leo Bangura, John Bridgers, Wesley Shoemaker, and Henry Brown! This past year was a very busy time for these scouts. Who will be our next Eagle?
If anyone knows of other Troop Eagle Scouts not listed or has information of our Troop History, please forward to Asst. Scoutmaster Snider. We would like to add a Troop History page to our website. We have a remarkable history.
Troop 1249 has now produced 83 Eagle Scouts. Who are our other Eagle Scouts?