2013 Jamboree Troop A318

E.T.A.C. JAMBO TROOP A318

Volume 1, Issue 6 APRIL 24, 2013 February 2013

Troop A318 Recap and Frequently Asked Questions

If you have not looked at the calendar lately, you might have missed the fact that the Jamboree is only about 80 days away. While that is enough time for Phileas Fogg to go around the world it is not much time for us. It would not be a bad plan at this point to review some of the past newsletters and double check the details, but I also want to reiterate some points that I have been asked lately.

Mandatory May 3rd and 4th Shakedown: The shakedown will be at Pirtle starting at 7 PM on Friday night and ending Saturday about 4. We have a parents meeting planned for 2 on Saturday. You need to bring your own camping gear (sleeping bag, tent, clothes, etc..) and eat supper before you arrive on Friday night. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided. You should arrive in your scout uniform and plan to wear a scout t-shirt for most activities with scout pants or shorts. (We will not have the June 8th shakedown event.)

Uniform for Jamboree: You need at least 2, but preferably 3 complete scout uniforms for Jambo. We will provide jamboree patch, council strips, unit numbers, patrol patch and position patches. If you are a “dues paid” OA member, you can purchase the Jambo OA flap. You need to add your own rank badge and religious emblems/square knots. I am recommending at least one pair of long pants (they can be zip offs) for some of the activities. The only thing you can wear is a scout shirt or a jamboree t-shirt. You also need scout socks. (You don’t need scout underwear.) You can order them from the scout office before May1 and get a discount. This is a great opportunity, so don’t miss it.

General Information: If any of your contact information changes, you need to update it on the Jamboree web page and let us know.

Curriculum Sign up: The deadline for curriculum event sign up is almost on us. If you have not provided your preferences, go to the dashboard and do it ASAP. You will not have a choice after May 15.

Needed information: If you have not sent in your health form yet, it needs to be sent to National ASAP. You also need to send Mr. Lindsey a copy or email it with your insurance card. If you did not include a copy of your insurance card, you need to send that as well.

Order extra stuff: Now is the time to order trading patches, t-shirts, hats or whatever extra things you might want. The deadline will be here soon. The order form was with the last newsletter and emailed directly to you a few weeks ago.

Jambo supplies delivery: We will deliver your backpack, duffle bag, hat, t-shirts and patches in June. (You will need to pick your uniforms up yourself if you order them from council.) Right now it looks like we will have the stuff ready to pick up after June 15th. We will let you know the details later.

Departure Information: We are close to confirming the exact time and location of our departure on July 10th, so stay tuned.

Label your gear: Be sure and put your name and unit on all your stuff.

Jamboree Council Strip

Each scout will also get 2 “trader” and 3 “contingent only” or “restricted” patches. You can preorder as many “trader” and “restricted” patches as you want for $2 each. The order form has been included on the last page of the newsletter. One of the most common statements at the 2010 Jamboree was “I wish I had ordered more trader council strips.” So, don’t be left out and order today.

LODGE FLAPS: You must be dues paid member in good standing of the Tejas Lodge to be able to purchase Tejas Lodge Flaps. The Jamboree Armadillo Bowling Lodge Flap will be available from the Lodge for $4 each. If you did not preorder at the troop meeting you can mail me your order and your money ASAP.

Patrol Leader Spotlight- VIKING PATROL

The patrol leader of the Viking Patrol for Troop A318 is Paul “Opie” Cook from Carthage, Texas. Paul is a Life scout in Troop 268. He attends Panola Early College High School. If you are looking for Paul, follow the music. He plays the Cello, Bass guitar, piano and rocks out on the drums. When he is not taking care of Snowball his West Highland white terrier you might find him playing ping pong with friends or playing video games. Paul attended the 2010 Jamboree and will be attending the 2013 Jamboree with his dad, Assistant Scoutmaster Kevin Cook.

Washington D.C. Focus- The Capitol

During one evening of our stay in Washington D.C. we will get a “night” after hours tour of the Capitol, hopefully with our congressman, Louie Gohmert who represents the 1st District. The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. The Senate and the House of Representatives have met there for more than 200 years. Construction started in 1793, and since then the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored. Congressman Gohmert or a member of his staff will give us a memorable evening in this historic place. You can find out all about it at http://www.visitthecapitol.gov/

Jamboree Shakedown

Our council wide Jamboree Shakedown will be May 3 and 4th and Camp Pirtle. Make plans to arrive at 6:30 PM on Friday night May 3rd. You will need to bring your own tent and sleeping bag and general camping gear. At 2 P. M. on Saturday May 4th we will have a parents meeting and at its conclusion you will be dismissed (around 3:30). Breakfast and Lunch will be provided. We will also be sending out 2 more forms (West Virginia parental release and rafting parental release) that you will need to bring to the shakedown. We will send them when we get them.

Be sure and bring your Patrol Flag and be prepared to do your Patrol yell.

Phone Charging Options

A couple of different scouts and parents have brought the devices to our attention. You might want to consider a battery “back up” system to charge your cell phone. You can charge the battery at the charging station and then bring it to camp and charge your phone at night. It appears that many of the battery backup chargers will provide 2 or 3 charges for your phone. You will need to experiment and find an option that works for you.

One option

http://www.backpacker.com/gear-guide-2013-solio-classic2-solar-charger/gear/17442?utm_campaign=newsletter02&utm_source=newsletter01&utm_medium=email

Another option

http://nomorerack.com/daily_deals/view/313838-karuna_borneo_3000mah_portable_power_charger_with_led_flashlight___assorted_colors

Last Chance for Curriculum Event sign up

Access your dashboard on the National Web Page before May 15, to select your curriculum events. (https://summit.scouting.org) This is your chance to pick the event that you want to spend a half day learning about in depth. It is my understanding that you have a very good chance of getting your first 2 or 3 choices. (Remember, we are rafting on the way up, so you really don’t need to spend $50 to raft again at the Jamboree.)

Health Form VERY IMPORTANT IF YOU DID NOT TURN IT IN

Please send in your health form ASAP if you did not turn it in at the Troop meeting. Access the National Jamboree Web Page at https://summit.scouting.org and log in, then access your Dashboard to find your Medical Form. YOU MUST USE THE LINK IN YOUR DASHBOARD TO ACCESS YOUR FORM, not a generic BSA form. At this point you need to send a copy to the National office (the directions are on the form) and to Matt Lindsey either by mail or email.

Elvis Trivia

What was Elvis’s first number one pop hit? (Hint: it came out in 1956 and Willie Nelson had a hit with it in 1979) Be the first to email your correct answer to [email protected] for a MAJOR recognition in the next newsletter.

Communications

If you need to change an email address please email me at [email protected] .

You can consult our the Troop A318 Web Page by following this link. It will always have the current information for our trip. The actual address for the web page is www.troop1525.org and has information from the 2010 Jamboree and other high adventure trips.

PLEASE FORWARD THIS MESSAGE to your friends and confirm that they are getting it as well. If you know someone is not getting it, please pass it on. Also, please make sure that other members of your family that might want this information get a copy.

If you have questions, contact us:

Scoutmaster Matt Lindsey [email protected] 903-262-8043

Mailing address:

710 Norma St.

Nacogdoches, TX 75965

Assistant 1 Anthony Munoz [email protected] 903-238-5244

Assistant 2 Kevin Cook [email protected] 903-472-9237

Assistant 3 Travis Tate [email protected] 936-645-6452

2013 National Jamboree Contingent Jamboree Item Order Form

T- Shirts

• Each Contingent Member Receives Five T-Shirts and One Hat

• Additional Shirts Can Be Ordered Below

• Scouting T-shirts MUST Be Worn At The Jamboree

Patches

• Each Contingent Member will receive 2 Contingent Patches & 3 General Trading Patches

• There are Contingent Only and General Issue Patches

• Please Place Your Additional Patch Order Below

Item Size Quantity Price Each Amount Total Due

T-shirt

50/50 Cotton $7.50 $

Patches Contingent Only $2.00 $

General Trading $2.00 $

Contingent Hat One Size Fits All $10.00 $ $

ALL ORDERS MUST BE RECEIVED BY JUNE 1, 2013

Contingent Member Name:________________________________________________

Address:_______________________________________________

City:________________________________ State:______ Zip Code:_______________

Jamboree Troop/Crew Number:_____________________ Telephone:______________

Name On Credit Card: _____________________________

Credit Card#:_____________________________________ EXP(MM/YY)_____________

CV#:_______

Make All Checks or Money Orders Payable to East Texas Area Council, BSA

All Checks must have Driver’s License Number and Date of Birth