Congratulations

Congratulations to Troop 664's newest Arrowmen.

Cameron and Rob completed the Ordeal at Camp Baldwin and are now members of the BSA's Honored Camping Society.

Along with Cameron and Rob becoming Arrowmen, Lucas and Josh sealed their membership in the Order of the Arrow by completing the test and Brotherhood ceremony.

Congratulations!

Quite the Honor

It looks like the folks at Disney got the word about Troop 664!

Memorial Day Weekend- Flag Placement

Thank you

Thank you to all of you that participated in tonight's Flag placement.

I can not say it enough,  I am proud of all of you.  You acted with dignity and reverence, but most of all your dedication to this effort showed true character.

Thanks again!

Jerry Schleining Jr.

Scoutmaster

Have a Great Scouting Day!

For those of you Signed up for Jamboree... and those that are not

A new post has been updated on the Thunderbird Jamboree Blog.

If you are currently registered to go to Jamboree in 2010 then you should be checking this site often for updates and news.  If you are still unsure.. don't wait to long.  There are only 63 slots available for the Council.

http://tbirdjambonews.blogspot.com/

The Water Knot

As we prepare for the Rock Climbing camp out in June, lets get our skills sharpened and learned.

Last troop meeting we worked on the Water Knot.  A very important knot in Rock climbing.

Here is a short video to remind you how to tie the Water Knot.

Have a Great Scouting Day!

Flag Placement Reminder

Just a Reminder...

The Flag Placement Ceremony is tonight at 6:30 PM.

Be there by 6:00 PM.  

Park over at Section F.

Thanks for your Support in this effort.  If the Scouts do not place the flags on these markers, they will not get done.  We may the only visitor that visits the site of some of these Veterans all year.

Have a Great Scouting Day!

Memorial Day Weekend Activities

Memorial Day is a Special time in our Country, it is an opportunity for all of us to say thank you and remember those that have served so honorably.

Here is the list of activities that our Troop is participating in, please help us out where you can.

Thursday-  Flag Placement ceremony and Flag placement.

Be at the Willamette National Cemetery at 6:00 PM.  Park by Section F.

Ceremony Starts at 6:30 PM

Uniform-  Full uniform

Monday-  Gresham Hero's Memorial celebration.

We can use shifts of Scouts, but you are welcome to be there for the whole time.

First Shift will begin at 8:30 AM at the Hero's Memorial 

Second Shift will be at 10:00 AM

We should be finished no later than 12:00 noon.

I appreciate all your help.

If you can not make any of the events... then take the time to say thank you to a Veteran.  Remember them in your thoughts and prayers.

Have a Great Scouting Day!

Camporee 09 Video

Camporee 2009

Camporee 2009 is now in the books.  

I am extremely proud of the Troop.  We went into camporee with the expectation of having fun.

And Fun we had.

The weather was fantastic and it seemed as if it were a long time coming not to have rain.

The theme this year was "Highland Games"!  Kilts were worn, Cabers were tossed, and feats of muscle and skill were tested.

The Scouts had a great time and came away with 6 ribbons for winning various events.

Again, I am extremely proud of the Scouts of 664!  They showed the District why we are the Troop that Rocks the Thunderbird!

More pictures and video to come.... stay tuned!

Have a Great Scouting Day!

Friday 15 May, 2009

We will be gathering at the Knights Hall at 6:00 PM on Friday to leave for Camporee!

Please do not be late.. we need to get on the road by 6:30 PM.

Have everything ready to go.   We won't have time to repack in the parking lot.

Arrowmen.. don't forget your sash for Saturday nights call out.

It's going to be a great camporee, we are sure to have lots of fun.

See you then!

Hero's Memorial Dedication

A special thank you to all of you Scouts that made the Troop very proud today at the Gresham Hero's memorial.

John, George, Josh, Parker, Ethan, Lucas, Joshua, TJ, Terrance, James, and Doyle and Cameron!  You all made us proud as you participated in one of the City of Gresham's finest hours.

Your selfless service to the community is a true example of citizenship and commitment.

Here are some pictures of the event.

Again,  Great Job guys.  You really made the dedication special and will forever be a piece of our communities history.

Have a Great Scouting Day!