Parents - please attend our first Committee meeting of 2021.  Main topic will be fundraising ideas; we need new ideas and parents who are willing to lead an initiative.

We have begun to ramp up our Philmont planning process.  Recall, our trek date will be Saturday/Sunday July 10/11 returning Sunday July 25. Departure date still TDB based on flight/hotel costs. We are starting the booking process and logistics now.

For those scouts (and adults) going to Philmont 2021 High Adventure trip, the third major payment is due on February 1.

$500 payment by cash or check ($515 via PayPal). The budget is $2000, and folks have already paid the $100 deposit and two $500 payment ($1100 total).

Some parents have asked about camping equipment, particularly around high adventure. Equipment makes a pretty good holiday gift for your scouts. I’ve attached a Philmont gear list and description. It does a pretty good job of explaining what you might look for when making selections. In general, the lighter and smaller it is, the better it is for backpacking (though more expensive). I’ve invested in gear over the years with my older boys and I still use it for myself and current scout. Also, if it says “Coleman” on it, it likely is heavy and won’t last long on the trail but may be suitable for “car camping.” 

We have the option to meet indoors at MZUMC. Weather permitting, we will continue to meet outside but with fall upon us, we are preparing to meet back inside.

Please download and review guidelines for this year's popcorn sales.