2018 #12

December 2018
Troop 284 Times
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2019 Upcoming Events:
Jan 1 – NO TROOP MEETING
Wreaths Across America
Jan 8 – Troop meeting By A.J.
Jan 14 – PLC meeting
Jan 15 – Troop meeting/Test & Tune
Jan 18-20 – Camp Agawam outing
Jan 22 – Troop meeting
Jan 28 – Committee meeting
Jan 29 – Troop meeting

Information
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Troop 284 Share Site www.Shutterfly.com
Westmoreland Fayette Council, Boy Scouts of
America - http://www.wfbsa.org/

Facebook

Westmoreland Fayette Council, Boy Scouts of

America
https://www.facebook.com/WestmorelandFayette
BSA/

Bushy Run District, Boy Scouts of America

https://www.facebook.com/bushyrunBSA/

On Saturday, December 15th our Troop participated in

National Wreaths Across America Day at the Union Cemetery in
Irwin. This is an annual event held across the country where
wreaths are laid on veteran’s graves in remembrance for their
service. The ceremony at Union Cemetery opened with a service
member from each of our military branches placing a wreath by
the cemetery marker that honors our unknown soldiers. When the
ceremony ended, our Troop, along with many other volunteers,
placed wreaths on the veteran’s graves. Those Scouts
participating were Zach C, David H, A.J. M, Joseph M, Zach M,
Michael M, and Anthony S. Also participating were scoutmasters
Mr. Dzaack, Mr. Corlazzoli, Mr. Minnick, Mr. Marflak, as well as
the Hargraves family, and some Troop parents and family
members. It was an honor for our Troop to participate in the
Wreaths Across America campaign. Not only would I like to do it
again next year, but also hopefully donate some of our Christmas
tree money to purchase wreaths for our veteran's graves.
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A Scout is… Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly,
TROOP POSITIONS Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave,
SPL* - Zach M. Clean, and Reverent.
ASPL* – A.J.
While at the
Patrol Leaders*
Pop Tart Turtles - Zach C.
movies this
Legit Lamas – Brendan Z. month Zach
..
Special Forces – Collin found a wallet
Assistant Patrol Leaders containing cash,
Pop Tart Turtles - David W.H.
credit cards and
Legit Lamas– Alex N.
Special Forces – Louie
gift cards. As a
Scribe* - Quentin
true scout he
Quartermaster*– Louie found the
Troop Guide – Joseph manager of the
Chaplain Aid – David W.H. movie theater
Historian – Zach C.
Zach and turned in the
Webmaster*– Ethan C.
Leave no Trace – David H.
wallet after
OA Representative – A.J. attempting to
*denotes PLC member locate the owner
with no success.
HAPPY
BIRTHDAY! Pie Fundraiser
December Birthdays…
Seth O. 12/4
Bob B 12/15
On Saturday,
December
22nd 157 pies
were
Service Hour delivered
Opportunities from the Pie
Shoppe. Yet
another
➢ Upcoming Eagle successful
Projects fundraiser for
Troop 284!
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Life Scout Rank Advancements

Before the Christmas party on December

22nd, the troop took time to recognize members
who advanced in rank to Life Scout after the
September Court of Honor. Zach C, Louie B, David
H. and Collin G. (absent) were recognized for their
achievement. Dr. Dzaack also challenged them. He
passed them a roll of toilet paper and told them to
take as much as they thought they needed. Some
took a few squares and others took an arm length.
After their decision he then asked them to provide
the troop with words of advice for the number of
squares they took. David H. really had to think for
his responses since he took the most toilet paper

Life
but ended up with solid suggestions. The boys
then pinned their parents. Mr. Dzaack then
presented each with a Life Scout duffel bag. Good

Scout
luck in your quest to Eagle Scout gentlemen!
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Troop 284 Closet

With the troop expanding and the
scouts continuing to grow, please
consider donating your old Class B
shirts, sweatshirts as well as any
boots or other items to the gear
room closet. All troop members are
free to “shop” as needed. Please see
an assistant scoutmaster to get in. If
you do not find what you need
please contact Mrs. Corlazzoli to
place an order.

Norwin Reality Tour Dates

At JB’S Bright Beginnings
(Formerly Scull Elementary School)
780 Brush Hill Road, North Huntingdon, PA
15642

February 12, 2019

March 12, 2019
April 9, 2019

A completed Health Release Form

must be presented upon arrival at the
Soil & Water Conservation Merit Badge Workshop
Center before the Merit Badge
Saturday, January 12, 2019: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Workshop. If no Health Release
Form is presented, an adult must Reptile & Amphibian Study Merit Badge
Workshop
stay with the Boy Scout for the entire
Saturday, February 16, 2019: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
duration of the program.
Sustainability Merit Badge Workshop
Saturday, March 2, 2019: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
For more detailed information, please
contact us at Fishing Merit Badge Workshop
Saturday, May 11, 2019: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
440-871-2900, Ext. 211.
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Educational Opportunities
Sat., March 23 1–4 pm

Space Exploration

Merit Badge requirements met during workshop:

Scouts BSA Space Exploration 1-8

Sat., Feb. 16 1-4pm

Sat., March 30 9 am–4 pm
Oceanography
Game Design COST: $45
Merit Badge pre-requisite: Scouts BSA Oceanography 8
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop: Scouts
*Participants should bring a bagged lunch.
BSA Oceanography 1-7, 9
Merit Badge requirements met during the
workshop: Scouts BSA Game Design 1-8
Sat., Feb. 23 9a-Noon

Engineering
Sun., April 7 9 am–Noon
During this workshop, Scouts will visit with real engineers
Programming
at our annual Engineer the Future event!
Merit Badge pre-requisites: Scouts BSA
Merit Badge pre-requisites: Scouts BSA Engineering 1, 2
Programming 1a* (MUST be completed before
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop: Scouts
workshop)
BSA Engineering 3, 4, 5a/5b, 6a/6e, 7, 8, 9
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop:
Sat., March 2 9am-4pm
Scouts BSA Programming 1b, 2-6
Robotics
Electricity Sun., April 7 1–4 pm
*Participants should bring a bagged lunch. COST: $45
Merit Badge pre-requisites: Scouts BSA
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop: Scouts
Electricity 2, 8, 9
BSA Robotics 1-7
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop:
1, 3-7, 10-11
Sat., March 9 9am-Noon
Sat., April 13 1–4 pm
Weather
Reptiles and Amphibians
Merit Badge pre-requisite: Scouts BSA Weather 10
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop: Merit Badge pre-requisites: Scouts BSA Reptiles
Scouts BSA Weather 1-9, 11 and Amphibians 2, 8
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop:
Sat., March 9 1-4pm 1, 3-7, 9b, 9c, 10

Chemistry
Sat., April 27 9 am–Noon
Merit Badge pre-requisite: Scouts BSA Chemistry 7
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop: Scouts NEW! Animation
BSA Chemistry 1-6
Merit Badge requirements met during workshop:
1-5