(all of these will fill up fast!) https://scoutingevent.com/010-2019InsectStudyMB (Insect Study Merit Badge - Multiple Days) - Butterfly Wonderland https://scoutingevent.com/010-2019MammalStudyMB (Mammal Study Merit Badge - Multiple Days) - Odysea Aquarium https://scoutingevent.com/010-2019PlumbingMB (Plumbing Merit Badge) - January 27th) - PIPE and UA Local 469 https://scoutingevent.com/010-2019automotivemb (Automotive Merit Badge) - February 9th) https://mim.org/events/boy-scout-badge-day-feb-9-2019/ (Music Merit Badge) - February 9th) - MIM *SAVE THE DATE* Rifle Shooting Competition - February 16th at the Heard Scout Pueblo Camp https://scoutingevent.com/010-2019surveyingmb (Surveying Merit Badge) - March 17th) - United Surveyors of Arizona and Survey Innovation Group *SAVE THE DATE* UAT STEM Merit Badge Day - March 30th at University of Advanced Technology in Tempe (At least 5 Merit Badges) https://scoutingevent.com/010-2019shotgunmb (Shotgun Merit ...

Lean chairs for Desert Ridge Junior High Project: Building leaning chairs for a Desert Ridge Junior High special ed class. Work includes drilling, stuffing, stapling, and painting. When: Saturday, August 18th, 9 am until the work is done (12-12:30 pm). Where: Orlando Body Shop 1007 S. Center St, Mesa, AZ 85210 Bring: A good scouting spirit Lunch: Provided PDF Detail Document

Troop 441 Emerald Bay 2018 is in the books. We made it. As I sit in the airport 24 hours after we docked at Kiva on the way to Montana to scope out another camp for Troop 441, I am fondly reflecting on our wonderful, nay, nirvana type week in camp. I'm not sure where to start...it's such a special place and we had, as we usually do, such a special group of young men. All different in their own ways: they all encompass the scouting spirit and all facets of the Scout Law. This is what particularly saw this week: TRUSTWORTHY: "Hammertime"   we put our trust in him to lead us this week and that he did capping it off with brilliant leadership on the battlefield: aka- Aquacade. LOYAL: "Smiles" - a silent but powerful warrior and ally and was always there for you. HELPFUL: "Manitas" aka, Sniper, steadfast, ready for anything, sharpshooter of the troop. Always helping other scouts with things and eager to learn more. FRIENDL...

From the Grand Canyon Council: Here are some of the links to our upcoming Merit Badge Clinics (all of these will fill up fast!): https://scoutingevent.com/010-uatrobotics  (Robotics Merit Badge) - University of Advanced Technology https://scoutingevent.com/010-odyseaaqu1  (Mammal Study Merit Badge)- Odysea Aquarium https://scoutingevent.com/010-insectstudy1  (Insect Study Merit Badge)-Butterfly Wonderland https://scoutingevent.com/010-odyseaaqua2  (Mammal Study Merit Badge)- Odysea Aquarium https://scoutingevent.com/010-insectstudy2  (Insect Study Merit Badge)-Butterfly Wonderland https://scoutingevent.com/010-2018midwesternu  (Medicine, Dentistry or Vet Medicine) – Midwestern University https://scoutingevent.com/010-2018MBU  (Over 20 Merit Badges) – Merit Badge University https://scoutingevent.com/010-odyseaaqu3  (Mammal Study Merit Badge)- Odysea Aquarium https://scoutingevent.com/010-insectstudy3  (Insect Study...

Parents attending camp for 72 hours or more must complete the BSA online Youth Protection Training . To complete the 30 minute training, create an account at  https://my.scouting.org/ , then look for the logo for YPT.  Once you have completed the course you MUST PRINT the completion certificate , or save it as a pdf file.  Send the certificate to Erin Hutton at  erinhut@gmail.com .

All Scouts and Adults attending one or more of the Summer Camps must obtain a Camp Physical in order to participate. You must complete Part A and Part B of the BSA health forms and have a Doctor complete Part C .   The form can be downloaded at:  https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/healthsafety/pdf/680-001_abc.pdf Each Scout and Adult also needs to provide a copy of his immunization history  and a copy of his  health insurance card . Note – You can provide a copy of your Scout’s immunization history or write out his immunization records in the space provided on Part B. *** The Troop has arranged for two doctors to provide Summer Camp Physicals  FREE OF CHARGE on the evening of Tuesday, May the 1st.   While you are certainly welcome to obtain the required Summer Camp Physical from the doctor of your choice, please contact Scott Wareing by e-mail at Scott@pwbonds.com  or via phone at (602) 821-0099 to sign up for one of our open ...

Camp Geronimo:   Open to all Scouts and is a perfect first camp opportunity!  (last 3 Open spots) Sunday, June 3   (1:00pm) -  Saturday, June 9  (10:00am) Camp Geronimo is located north of Payson, Arizona in the shadows of the magnificent Mogollon Rim on nearly 200 acres of forest and meadows. Surrounded by over 5,000 acres of ponderosa pine forest, trails lead from camp to the top of the rim where Scouts can stand at the very edge of the Colorado Plateau.  The camp has 29 campsites, 3 chapels, a lake, craft lodge, obstacle course, swimming pool, climbing tower, nature lodge, dining hall, rifle range, archery range, and a muzzle loading range. Every area has a department that teaches classes over the summer. Scouts enrolled in the summer program are able to  take four classes at the camp , and  can earn merit badges  with their achievements. Camp Cost:  $390  To register: contact ...

The camp holds four sessions in June (6/4-7, 6/11-14, 6/18-21, 6/25-28).  Shuttle service from Desert Ridge is available. Lake Pleasant Camp is one of the only BSA camps in the nation to provide provisional, day camping for Boy Scout aged youth 11 - 17 years.  Provisional camping is a great option for a Scout to attend summer camp without having to come with his troop.  Since this is entirely a provisional camp, all of our participants come individually and the camp provides leadership for all Scouts in attendance. And since this is also a day camp, Scouts will work on merit badges and rank advancements throughout the day, then return each evening to their homes and families. Provisional, day camping can be a great chance for a Scout to experience a  week of camping…whether to finish merit badges or just enjoy the fun and adventure of the outdoor program.   Registration is open

Troop Tents and Backpacks will have a Priority level:  1. First available: new Weblos each year 2. Second available: prior year Webelos  If you have been in the Troop 2+ years, you should have your own backpack and tent.  They make great birthday and Christmas presents. Also, if you have an old sleeping bag or equipment that your son has outgrown, selling it at a nice discount to new parents coming in would be an excellent idea.

The community is invited to purchase tickets for a night to remember. Tickets are $75.00 each and include: A night under the stars at the beautiful Franciscan Renewal Center in Paradise Valley.  Gourmet Campfire dinner and drinks (beer and wine)  Live entertainment featuring the unique talents of Troop 441.  Amazing Silent Auction Items An opportunity to support the longevity of Troop 441.

We need t wo additional committee members : Silent Auction Coordinator: organize donated items, set-up items and bid sheets at event, monitor auction and close out purchases Volunteer Coordinator:  assign all volunteers to positions (check-in, bartending, clean-up, etc.) and oversee logistics at the event.   Please contact Mike Logue to volunteer: 602-750-5289 or casadelogue@cox.net

3rd Annual Campfire at the Casa Saturday, April 21st @ 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM   We need donated items for the Silent Auction: Did you receive any   unwanted gifts this holiday season that didn't have return receipts?  Do you have season tickets to a sporting event or theater or own a timeshare? Do you regularly frequent a business that would be willing to donate a gift card? Any and all items are welcome!  To donate, please sign-up at the below link.  Items can be dropped off at any troop meeting.

Summer Camp Registration:  Deposits are due January 30! Access complete details

Mark your calendars for summer camp! BSA has changed their policy and scouts have to register in early 2017 .  Details for cost, payment schedule and Greens camp credits will be sent in the coming weeks.       Geronimo : June 3-9       Emerald Bay : June 10-16