Screemin’ Eagles Newsletter
December ‘01
Well! The old year’s almost over. This was quite a year. For many of us, the 1st part of the year was dominated by preparation for and then the actual Trek. That was a wonderful experience for all as both youth and adults alike grew physically, mentally and spiritually. I’m sure many friendships where forged and testimonies of our Savior strengthened.
The summer was non-stop though. With barely a week’s rest, Scout camp was
upon us. With most all our Varsity
scouts signed up, we had a large contingent of youth heading to Camp
Parsons. It ‘s near Hood Canal area and
is a beautiful camp. The boys had a
great time and earned quite a number of merit badges and several rank
advancements! Campfire at Parsons
Trek
The
boys enjoyed crafts climbing and contests like the great foot & canoe race.
Then,
with hardly a week breather, The Varsity Super trip was upon us. To keep the cost down, we made ½ dozen pairs
of crampons and borrowed some gear for the Mt Olympus Climb. Onward and
upward! Literally. We finished the year with a major 50-mile
mountaineering adventure climaxing with full glacier travel, rock climbing and
a high peak. Those who joined, enjoyed a love and appreciation for Gods
wilderness that few experience. The
hardships of the journey forged lasting bonds of love as the group pulled
together to make the journey a success for all. I really could not have been
prouder of how they selflessly helped each other out.
When I was 12 year old on my 1st 50-mile hike, I was a little ‘Tiny Tim’ if there ever was one. I still don’t particularly care for that weight on my back and take every effort to minimize how heavy, how long and under what conditions and terrain it must be carried. So why do it? I know from long experience that there is real growth - physical, spiritual and emotional that can accrue.
We conduct all activities including high adventure as you read in DC 89 “Given for a principle with a promise, adapted to the capacity of the weak, and the weakest of all (scouts), who are or can be called (scouts). Join us for growth and the time of your life!
Day/ |
DEC 2001
Local Caving |
Start |
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1T |
4 |
Swimming/Lifesaving |
C 7pm |
|
2T |
11 |
Swimming/Lifesaving |
C 7pm |
|
3S |
15 |
Tallus Caves Tiger Mt Day Hike
|
C 9am |
|
3T |
18 |
Sport night-Personal Fitness MB |
C 7pm |
|
4T |
25 |
No Activity |
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Notes: |
Bring sack lunch, BBQ for all provided at 3pm at Marquis’. Families invited |
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This month we will work on 3 eagle required Merit Badges. Each scout should have these even if they
have earned the alternates. May you and yours Soar with the Eagles
Scoutmaster Steve (marquis@sqi.com, 557-1762 wk) (smarquis@mstar2.net hm) (425-417-8083 Cel)