This troop meeting will be devoted to Snow Camping!  For those attending the upcoming outing, ATTEND this meeting so you can ask questions and give input in attending snow camping.  For everyone, it's a great opportunity to learn more about Snow Camping with Troop 216 and find out what personal items are needed for this epic outing!  This outing has been a favorite of many troop scouts.

Are you ready for the ultimate scouting challenge? It's time to gear up for our 2027 backpacking expedition to Philmont Scout Ranch! Philmont is more than just a hike; it’s a journey that builds leadership, resilience, and lifelong memories with your fellow scouts. Slots are limited, and interest is always high, so don't wait to secure your spot for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. June 14-June26, 2027. Check out details and sign up on the troop website! Troop needs commitment from Scouts and Adults as soon as possible.

T216 families, please ensure that your national scouting.org membership is current and/or you have automatic renewal activated. MOST FAMILIES HAD THEIR REGISTRATION SET TO EXPIRE BY THE END OF DECEMBER or BEGINNING OF JANUARY. Each family is responsible for their scout's membership. Please note that the National membership IS SEPARATE from your local T216 dues. National membership is required for all scouts and for all adults who have any type of interaction with Scouts; Troop Meetings, BoRs, Outings, Summer Camps, MB Counselor.

SCOUTS that want to work on Community or Conservation Service projects that are NOT TROOP ORGANIZED. Please READ, fill out and get signatures on these Individual Service Project Forms, BEFORE you complete the project.

CHECK TO SEE IF YOUR SCOUT BROUGHT ANY TROOP CAMPING EQUIPMENT HOME AFTER LAST WEEKEND'S OUTING. If yes, please help them clean and return to the Troop Scout Quartermaster during an upcoming Troop Meeting.

The troop asks for your support in getting this accomplished, so it can continue providing equipment during monthly outings. Further details are located on the troop website; far left column, "Returning Troop Equipment".

SCOUTS (and parents), Now is the time to check your records in Scoutbook  If you don’t have access to Scoutbook, please ask your parents to grant you access.  You can see your BSA ID #, rank, completed merit badges, leadership position, patrol, contact information (parents, address, phone number), to name a few details in your record. PLUS THIS GIVES YOU AN IDEA WHAT AWARDS YOU WILL BE RECEIVING DURING THE FALL COH. IF IT ISN'T APPROVED, it isn't going to be presented. 
Plus, it is good to check this information during your scout journey so that you are familiar with these records (and the records are correct) when you start work towards Eagle.  Questions?  Please reach out to the Advancement Chair.