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!

Heroes Memorial Dedication

We will be rehearsing on Sat 5/2 at 5pm at the Gresham Heroes Memorial.
The memorial is on the corner of Powell and Roberts above Main City Park.
Remember to wear your full uniform.
Troop hat
Scout Shirt
Scout Pants
Scout Belt

They would like boys to do programs and seating. If you are available to come at 6:00pm, please come help even if you don't have full uniform. Wear nice jeans.

April committee Meeting

Please come to the committee meeting on Sun 4/26 at 5pm at the Knight's Hall.

Agenda

Open committee positions
Treasurer report
Summer Camp - final payment June 1 deadline
Dues update
Candy sale results
Troop organized fundraiser for Jamboree
Service project coverage
May Court of Honor - Oregon Birthday
Camporee transportation arrangements
Camporee registration
June reservations
July reservations
Scoutmaster update

All parents are welcome

Eagle Creek Backpack trip

Well, another great camp out is in the books.

A learning experience for everyone I am sure.  I am very proud of all the Scouts that made the trip.  21 of the Scouts braved the weight and the distance and the payoff was tremendous.

Water falls, quiet, and hanging out with friends, not to mention some good physical exercise and and testing of limits.

The trail led us through some challenging spots, but the Scouts made it, a confidence builder to be sure.  Again, I am proud of all of you.

Can't wait to hit the trail again!

Have a Great Scouting Day!

Service hours opportunity

The Gresham Heroes Memorial (Corner of Roberts and Powell near Main City Park) would like our help with two events.
Sat 5/2 6:30pm - Dedication and flag ceremony. I need 10-20 boys IN FULL UNIFORM, that means scout shirt, scout pants, troop hat. We will be responsible to raise all 10 flags.

For the new kids, you will get service hours and a flag ceremony for your 2nd class rank!
Please let me know by Wed 4/22.

Mon 5/25 8:30am - Memorial Day service. We need help with set-up, tear down and flag raising. If you are going to raise a flag you must be IN FULL UNIFORM.
Please let me know by Mon 4/27

call or email: scoutsrule61@yahoo.com

April Committee Meeting

All parents plan on attending the monthly planning meeting.
Sun April 26 @ 5pm at the Knight's Hall
Always things of interest on the agenda!

A real Scouting Hero

Camp out (Back Pack trip up Eagle Creek)

We will be leaving Friday evening... We need to be at the Knights Hall at 6:30 PM.. please do not be late. The sooner we leave, the sooner we can get to trail head.
Depending on how much day light we have, we may be able to hit the trail.
Right now though the plan is to camp at the trial head and head out after breakfast in the morning (Saturday).

BE PREPARED. If if it's on your list, bring it.
Prep your food in advance. Look at your packs before Friday, make sure you have everything you need and do not take a bunch of extra stuff.
Remember the shake down and don't add to what you reduced.

Looking forward to a great trip.

See you Friday!

Have a Great Scouting Day!

Meeting Monday Night (April 13th)

This is the shake down meeting. Important to be there to get your gear in order.
Bring your gear for the camp out, no food, but everything you will be carrying.
We will do a buddy shake down. Each buddy team will look at one anothers gear.
The idea is to look at reducing weight. We do that by removing unneeded items.

Have a Great Scouting Day!