We have
five graduating seniors who have been long-standing and important members of
our community: Daniel Carcich, Ben Farr, Carter Hirtle, Garrett Tate and
Peter Wheeler. All either attained the rank of Eagle scout or served as
Senior Patrol Leader - and some did both. Each of them has left their mark
on the troop. Garrett was awarded his fifth eagle palm (41 merit badges),
and Ben his sixth (46 merit badges). WOW. Carter was recognized as our
latest eagle scout. Peter will be our next eagle scout. Peter and Garrett
will be on staff this summer at Barton. We thank each and all of them for
their service and devotion to the troop, and wish them luck on
their journey.
The
Troop committee also recognized Tom Hirasuna who has served
for many years as the newsletter editor, Troop Committee member, and
Assistant Scoutmaster before joining the Committee. Twice as a
Scoutmaster he took the troop to summer camps in the Adirondacks (Camps
Portaferry and Sabattis), and he joined us camping at Barton or on
weekends (in dry, wet and snowy weather). He has also served as a moral
compass among the adult leaders. Tom has put many years of service into
the troop and we appreciate his devotion. The newsletter has really been
wonderful.
The Troop
also expresses its sincere appreciation and gratitude to Jessica
Carcich. Her third child, Daniel, has now finished High School and
she is retiring as Chair of the Troop Committee. While the activities of
the Committee are not always visible to the scouts and their parents,
their leadership and efforts are critical to the health and operation of
the troop. For two years Jessica has directed the committee to perform
its important tasks as well as maneuvering around the obstacles that
challenge organizations like ours. She has also taken on many specific
jobs herself, including organizing two great Memorial Day weekend
trips. We thank her for her scout spirit, her steady vision of what a
troop should be, her leadership of the committee, and her many efforts
on our behalf.
May the great master of all scouts be with these friends, this day and
always.
Yours in scouting,
Mari Tiwari
Incoming
Committee Chair
Jery Stedinger
Scoutmaster
Also a
note from Mark Wheeler, Peter Wheeler's father: "The Court of Honor
brings a bit of nostalgia for me. The scouts who make it through the
program have a right to be proud of their Troop, as well as their
individual accomplishments. The senior class is a great group - they've
come a long way from 11 year olds bearing the rank of Scout. They have
continued the Troop 2 tradition by focusing on traditional scouting
skills and working on their advancement through the ranks. I remember
fondly some of the early campouts when they were Tenderfoots !
I offer
my special congratulations to Ben, Dan, Carter, Pete and Garrett.
Good luck to you all and may the Scout Oath and Scout Law guide you
always."
Garrett Tate
received the 2005 Gorget Award from the Taughannock District, presented
by Mike Homrighaus, representing the district, at the Court of Honor.
Congratulations, Garrett.
Church
Service Project, 6/27
Troop
2 will be doing a service project for the church on Monday, June 27,
9-11am (rain date: Wednesday, June 29). We will move wood chips from
the upper parking lot and spread them on the paths in the garden. Bring
gloves, a hat, shovel, metal rake, and possibly a pitchfork. We have 3
wheelbarrows. This will count as service hours for advancement.
Questions? Call Robin Stedinger 257-8016.
Camp
Barton Signups
Troop
Committee vacancies
Time catches up with all of us and the end of this year sees the
standing down of Tom Hirasuna and Jessica Carcich due to
their sons reaching adulthood and Diane Beckwith due to outside
commitments. We are looking for two, hopefully three, parents to step up
and take part in the running of the troop. Unless you take on a position
within the committee, responsibilities consist of monthly meetings at
FCC during the school year. It is not time consuming and gives an
opportunity to get involved with a great bunch of people.
Round-the
Lake Bike Trip, 6/24
Scoutmasters Jery Stedinger and Daniel Carcich will lead a one day
around-the-lake bike trip on Friday, June 24. Currently Benjamin Miller,
K2 Tiwari, Jesse McConnell and Tim Froehlich are planning to join them.
Others are welcome, but should have already completed at least 50-mile
bike trip. (Note change of date from 6/25).
BSA Scuba
Diving Course
Ross Boyer is organizing a BSA Scuba Diving course for Boy Scouts aged
14 and over. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, let
Scoutmaster
Cub Scout
Activity - Wild, Wild West
WHERE: Camp Barton
WHEN: July
12 – 15th, 8:30am - 4:00pm
WHO: brought
to you by the Baden-Powell Council
COST: $75
each for registered cub scout for the whole camp!
ACTIVITIES:
A)
Archery
B)
Swimming
C) Native
American Crafts
D)
Panning for "gold"
E)
"Buffalo Chip" tossing
F) Tony
the Pony (live horse)
G) Make
butter
H "Rope
Cattle"
I)
Cowboy crafts
J) Games
& Sports
And so much
more!
Spend the
week exploring the "Old West" and having fun – meeting new friends.
Friday night
will be a cook-out for the whole family to show off what you have made,
skits and songs you have learned and how much
fun you had
"out west". The Baden Powell Council provides the meat and beverage;
bring your own extras to complete your meal.
There is still time! Register NOW!
For more information contact our Camp Director Eileen Heptig
jeheptig@msn.com.
CALENDAR
FOR JUNE - JULY 2005:
Mon. 6/27, Service Project for FCC, 9-11am (rain date: Wednesday,
June 29). Contact - Robin Stedinger 257-8016
Sun.-Sat. 7/3-9, Summer Camp, Camp Barton. Contact Mark Tate
mwt5@cornell.edu
or call 266-9422.