Hello all,
As many of you know, I am the ASPL of Program, and I help run all the round robins, and other such things.  Can all instructors please email me as soon as possible so we can start planning what to do at upcoming meetings?  This is to ensure that we are prepared for the meetings and not assigning duties at the last minute.  If any older scout (rank preferably Star or higher) wishes to be an instructor, please email me.  A note to other junior leaders-if you do not know or completely understand what you are supposed to be doing because of a lack of precedent, do not hesitate to email me or the ASPL of New Scouts if you are a Guide.  I will be more than glad to help you, as that means you are truly invested in fulfilling your leadership position.

It is very important to fulfill your leadership position, especially if you are receiving advancement credit for it.  This includes essentially all Junior Leader positions as of now, with a notable addition to the list being APL.  Because APLs have not traditionally done much, you should contact your patrol leader to find a niche where you can serve your patrol.  Ideas include coordinating advancement for the patrol and gear for a camping trip, but there are many other things you can do out there.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Matthew Shorter,
ASPL of Program

I am pleased we have such a great response to December’s Rock Climbing event!

28 scouts are paid, permitted* (*see below for exceptions) and prepared to scale the heights next Saturday; below is a list of the boys and drivers.  There are many Boston Rock Gym (BRG) permission forms I have not received – see listing below. They must be completed and brought to the BRG.
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We will be offering the Camping Merit Badge to those scouts who have completed a minimum of 15 nights of camping (one of the requirements for this MB is to complete 20 nights of camping).  Some of those scouts listed below have already completed their 20 nights, and we expect those other scouts who are close to 20 nights to complete that requirement during the winter and spring camping events.

Mr. Abegg will be the Counselor for this merit badge.  You will have the opportunity to complete all of the other requirements for this MB with the exception of the nights out requirement.

Date:  Sunday, January 17th
Time:  2:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Place:  St. B’s hall
Homework:  Mr. Abegg will provide a list of pre-work for you to complete in advance of this class (stay tuned for that).
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