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Drew Hodnett Eagle Project July 22 and 23

Posted on Jul 19 2023 - 2:42pm

My name is Drew Hodnett.  I have been in Troop 1001 since 2018 and have just recently moved on to working on my Eagle Project.  If a few people could donate a couple hours of their time or a small sum of money, it would go a long way to helping my beneficiary.

My chosen project is to create a small outdoor classroom space for the Fine Arts program at my current school, John Paul II High School in Plano.  This is needed by the department due to several of the fine arts classes sharing the same class space at the same time.  Creating an outdoor space would allow for the 3D Art, 2D Art, and Woodshop classes to all have spaces to work without interfering with one another's work.  

My workdays will be the afternoons of July 22 & 23 and the link to sign up for spots is: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A45A5AD22AAFA7-andrew.  

The link for my GoFundMe is: DREWH GOFUNDME  

If you need to contact me about questions or availability, you can reach me at dubscayde@gmail.com.  

Thank you all very much for your support,  

Drew Hodnett, ASPL

Ethan Kilgard Eagle Project

Posted on Jul 19 2023 - 2:42pm

Hello, my name is Ethan Kilgard. I have been a Scout in Troop 1001 in Richardson, TX for the past 7 years and it is now my time to earn the rank of Eagle and complete my Eagle Scout project.

My project is the design and installation of eight animal and plant identification signs for the Spring Creek Nature Area. These signs are needed in the City of Richardson community to help those who know little about the urban environment get an idea of what the popular park holds. If someone is walking a trail and sees a bird that they can't identify, it will be a pleasant surprise to find a sign that identifies it. This may spark their curiosity to learn more. I know most of my own peers could not identify what snake or bird they came across. If this could help just a few people better understand their surroundings, then it is more than worth it. Finally, it benefits the City of Richardson because it could increase the number of people in the Nature Area and other parks as people are more likely to return to the park if it can interest them. The project cost comes from the high-quality, long-lasting signs and posts that will be installed, and the various tool and material expenses.

Thank you so much for considering supporting my Eagle project. Every donation helps and I appreciate it greatly.

Donate here: EK Eagle GoFundMe

 

Adult positions that need to be filled:

Posted on Jul 19 2023 - 2:41pm

The troop needs additional team members to work with the current adults in the following positions.

We like to have at least 2 active people per position so the burden doesn’t fall on one person.

++Immediate need

Position

Level of interaction with youth

++Chaplain

Directly working with the youth

Merit Badge Counselor Coordinator

Directly working with the youth

++OA Rep Advisor

Directly working with the youth

++Patrol Advisors / Assistant Scoutmasters (ASM's)

Directly working with the youth

Quartermaster

Directly working with the youth

Advancement

Youth interaction

Camp Cards

minimum youth interaction

Committee Chairman

minimum youth interaction

Flags

minimum youth interaction

High Adventure Coordinator

minimum youth interaction

Medical Records

minimum youth interaction

Outdoor Programs

minimum youth interaction

Popcorn "Kernel"

minimum youth interaction

Recruiting

minimum youth interaction

Summer Camp

minimum youth interaction

Winter Camp

minimum youth interaction

Advancement Wall Nameplates

no youth interaction

Clothes Closet/ Lost & Found

no youth interaction

Newsletter Editor

no youth interaction

Re-chartering

no youth interaction

Secretary

no youth interaction

Training Records

no youth interaction

Treasurer

no youth interaction

Webmaster

no youth interaction

 

IMPORTANT: ONLY 1 DAY LEFT to register for Sumer Camp! Summer Camp 2023 (June 18-24) -- Camp Hale in Talahina Oklahoma

Posted on Mar 26 2023 - 10:56pm

We are going to Hale Scout Reservation in Talahina, OK (www.halescoutreservation.org)

 3 easy steps must be completed  - BEFORE Monday, March 27.

1. Register on the troop website - www.troop1001.org

2. Pay the $200 deposit via PayPal, check or scout account

3. Complete merit badge selections on this Google form

Hale Scout Reservation offers over 50 activities and has 2 pools, Lake Bohannon, a climbing wall, a COPE course, and even a ski slope for the winter sports merit badge. The approximate total cost is $525 per scout which includes the food and the motorcoach bus to and from. The final amount will be determined prior to the 5/1 final payment date. 

For merit badge selections, there are 4 regular advancement blocks during the week.  
Younger scouts can sign-up for Soaring to Eagle (2 blocks), which helps meet requirements for Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.  
Older scouts can sign-up for up to 4 merit badges or choose to become BSA lifeguard certified. 
Note - There is a separate $125 fee for the horsemanship merit badge that you will pay at camp (optional).  
 
This Google form (https://forms.gle/xKDdBELcTLWgZAE88) is where each scout can indicate first choice for up to 4 merit badges and 2 alternate choices. Your scout  can also chose an additional merit badge that they would like to pursue during free time. You can see the time blocks for the merit badges on the HSR Class schedule at https://www.halescoutreservation.org/forms. 
The summer camp committee will enter these request when the website opens on 4/1.
 
The swim test is scheduled for Monday April 3rd.
 
If a campership is needed, please reach out to the Stephanie Molina (stephanie.molina@outlook.com).
For any summer camp questions, please reach out to SummerCamp@Troop1001.org.
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BSA Swim Test for Troop 1001 and Troop 444B and Troop 444G

Posted on Mar 24 2023 - 9:17am

You MUST sign up for a time slot to do your test.  The Signup Genius can be found by clicking HERE (note that this is the only place to register...there is no registration on the troop website)

The annual Troop Swim Test is upon us.  This test is required to participate in any BSA water related activities.  So if you are a Scout or an Adult who plans to participate in any Troop water activity, Summer Camp, High Adventure Trek, or other BSA event, join us on Monday April 3rd at the JCC of Dallas (7900 Northaven Rd, Dallas, TX 75230).  Let the gate attendant know you are with Troop 1001/444. We will enter the facility and check in at the fitness center.  You can find a map of the facility here: MAP

To help alleviate waiting in line, please sign up for a slot for each Scout and each Adult that wish to take the test.  (Older Scouts please consider taking later slots to allow younger participants the early evening spaces) In addition, Adults please consider taking a volunteer slot to help make the event a success.  We really need your help to make this Troop activity efficient.

Cost is just $5.  We will collect the money at the door. Please bring exact cash if you can as change will be limited.  Arrive a few minutes early to fill out the JCC Participant and Waiver form.  Before you depart, MAKE SURE YOUR RESULTS ARE INPUT IN THE TEST FORM BY THE ADMIN.  

The test will consist of:

"Jump feet first into water over the head in depth. Level off and swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating."

If you have any questions, please email SummerCamp@Troop1001.org or text Jeff Martin @ 972-333-7280

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Parent (Committee) meeting Monday March 27 at 7PM at TBC

Posted on Mar 24 2023 - 9:17am

Please join us for the parent/committee meeting on Monday at 7PM at TBC. These parent meetings are held on the Monday following every campout (no normal Troop meetings on the Monday following campouts).  Please join us and learn what is happening in Troop 1001.  See you there!

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