Troop 27 Jacksonville

Welcome to Troop 27 on the Web

Ken Grula — 2010-07-20T08:01:24-04:00

Welcome to Troop 27 on the Web

Troop meetings are held on Monday nights, 7pm to 8:30pm
at The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer
7500 Southside Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32256

First Meeting of 2010 - 2011 Season is Monday, August 23rd, 7:00 pm. First Camping event is weekend of Sept. 17th

The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.

For nearly a century, the BSA has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes — and, through nearly a century of experience, knows — that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.

Upcoming Events - quick reference

Please see the “events” and calendar links at the right for detailed information on many events.

Summer Camp: Summer Camp - Rainey Mtn. Sun, June 27, 5am – Sat, July 3, 6pm
High Adventure: Northern Tier - Mon, July 5 – Wed, July 14

See the Calendar at links on right for location and maps to events.

Troop Resources

Charles Doak — 2010-06-22T15:02:10-04:00

Troop Resources

Here are a variety of links that will help all our Scouts (and perhaps parents).

Places We've Been…
Scouting Links
Camping
Backpacking - Hiking
- Florida
- Georgia
Tents & Gear:
Skills & More:
Advancement:

Service Projects:
First Aid:
Emergency Preparedness:
Order of the Arrow:
- Order of the Arrow
- Florida Lodges
BSA Links:
- BSA Informational Links
- BSA Restricted Activities
Training:
Fundraising:
- Troop Fundraising
- Council Fundraising
Jamborees
- Florida
- National
  - 2010
- International
Outdoors - Weather & More:
- Hurricanes
  - WHOI
- Wind and Tornadoes
- Rain and Lightning
- more 4
- more 5
- more 6

Diabetes

Charles Doak — 2010-06-22T15:00:54-04:00

Diabetes

Diabetes Defined
Diabetes is a chronic disease, where the body is unable to use blood glucose for energy. As a result, hyperglycemia (elevated blood sugar levels) and hypoglycemia (decreased blood sugar levels) occur. Hyper and hypoglycemia are conditions that lead to serious long-term complications, such as:

Kidney failure
Blindness
Skin infections
Nerve damage
Gangrene
Cardiovascular disease and blood vessel damage
Birth defects
Stroke
Death
* Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in the United States; however, it can be reduced by proper diagnosis, ongoing treatment and follow-ups.

Major types of diabetes:

Type 1 Diabetes: the pancreas no longer makes insulin, and as a result, blood glucose cannot enter the cells to be used for energy. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert carbohydrates (sugar) into usable energy for the brain and muscles.
Type 2 Diabetes: either the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin or the body cannot use insulin correctly.
Gestational Diabetes: a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy and characterized by high blood glucose levels. It is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes development later on. Prediabetes: The earlier form of Type 2 Diabetes, whereby blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet those of type 2 diabetes.

Who gets Diabetes?
Diabetes can affect any individual at any age.
Type 1 Diabetes is most commonly diagnosed in children and adolescents.
Type 2 Diabetes is most commonly diagnosed in older, overweight and sedentary individuals, and certain ethnicities, such as African American, Alaska Native, American Indian, Asian and Pacific Islander American, and Latino American. People with a family history of diabetes are also at a greater risk.
Gestational Diabetes is most commonly diagnosed during pregnancy around 28 weeks or later.

Prediabetes is most commonly diagnosed in people who:
Are overweight or obese.
Have a parent, brother or sister who has diabetes.
Had diabetes during pregnancy (called gestational diabetes) or had a baby who weighed more than 9 pounds at birth.
Belong to any of the following ethnic groups: African American, Native American, Latin American or Asian/Pacific Islander.
Have high blood pressure (above 140/90 mm Hg).
Have high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol level (“good” cholesterol) is less than 40 mg per dL (for men) or less than 50 mg per dl (for women), or your triglyceride level is higher than 250 mg per dL.
Women who have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). For more details about this condition, the ADA has provided lots of information and resources here.

Symptoms of Diabetes
Many people go on for years undiagnosed until experiencing the severe complications listed above. According to the ADA, here are the symptoms to look for in the short-term:

Type 1 Diabetes
Frequent urination
Unusual thirst
Extreme hunger
Unusual weight loss
Extreme fatigue and Irritability

Type 2 Diabetes
Any of the type 1 symptoms
Frequent infections
Blurred vision
Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal
Tingling/numbness in the hands/feet
Recurring skin, gum, or bladder infections
*Often people with type 2 diabetes have no symptoms and are diagnosed via blood testing

If you have one or more of these diabetes symptoms, see your doctor right away. You can also take ADA's Online Diabetes Risk Test to find out if you are at risk for diabetes.

Can I Prevent Diabetes?
YES - there is a way to delay and even present type 2 diabetes’ onset through lifestyle changes. By having a healthier diet, increasing exercise levels and maintaining a healthy weight, you can markedly reduce your risk. For more information on preventative measures, see the ADA's guidelines.

What are normal blood glucose levels?

These numbers are based on the clinical practice recommendations of the American Diabetes Association (ADA).

How to Join Troop 27

Ken Grula — 2010-06-18T14:00:32-04:00

How to Join Troop 27

BSA nationally has the following age requirement for becoming a Boy Scout:

Completed the fifth grade and be at least 10 years old, or be 11 years old, or have earned the Arrow of Light Award and be at least 10 years old, and be under 18 years old.

If you meet the above requirements (or will soon) and are interested in checking out what Troop 27 is all about, we welcome visitors to come to a Troop Meeting to see how the group operates. Parents are always welcome. We normally meet every Monday between 7:00 and 8:30 pm - see the Troop Calendar link at the right for meeting dates. Meetings are held at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer 7500 Southside Blvd, Jax, FL 32256.

You can also contact any adult leaders if you would like to ask questions or just talk.

For those considering crossing over from Webelos during the 2010 / 2011 Scout Year

Troop 27 camps monthly, but we cannot commit each event to new scout skills. For this reason, we have a special campout the weekend of March 18th, 2011 (we call it Green Bar Bill) - where we begin the new crossovers on basic skills, general camping, pitching tents, knife safety, fires, etc. The boys get numerous sign-offs that weekend. If you are a Cub leader wanting to bring some boys to Troop 27, you may consider scheduling your crossover in February (or prior). There will be Troop meetings 2/28, 3/7 and 3/14, 2011. We want new boys to attend at least 2 of those 3 prior to their first camping experience March 18th.

Although new scouts are welcome at any meeting, ideally, Feb. 28, 2011 works well for an unofficial NEW SCOUT FIRST MEETING.

Ken Grula -Scoutmaster

UPCOMING EVENTS

Ken Grula — 2010-06-09T21:08:03-04:00

UPCOMING EVENTS

Summer Camp 2010

Northern Tier (High Adventure) 2010

In reference to Eagle Projects: Assisting another Scout with his Eagle project is something that all scouts need to participate in repeatedly. This is not a “did it one time” or “once-a-year” thing. If a Scout does not have a prior committment, they should make every effort to attend. For those who stay focused in scouting and continue on toward Eagle, at some point in the future, they will look to other scouts for help with their Eagle project - there is no better way to learn to lead than being lead. Experience is the best teacher. Although the days usually involve physical labor, they are always good-hearted fun among the boys and they always benefit a community cause.

Active Troop 27 Eagle projects

Charles Doak — 2010-05-13T18:02:28-04:00

Active Troop 27 Eagle projects


Blair Halpin - TBD	Jared Green - TBD
Mitch Buchanan - TBD	Nico Arango - TBD
Alex Gandara - TBD	Alex Buchanan - TBD

Past Troop 27 Eagle projects

Alek Pulido - Holy Family Catholic School, assembled and relocated desks, chairs & tables to classs rooms for new school. Might have done some landscaping too.
Thomas Saddington - Memorial Garden for Kay Coppola a volunteer at Twin Lakes Academy Middle School (trees, flowers, bushes, benches, plaque) Garden honors woman's life, work
Antonio Arango - Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church and School, installed fire ring, built and installed benches and ran piping/installed water spigot near fire ring, built wood storage area.
Orlando Pryor - Second Harvest North Florida, repaired and painted ramp, and landscaping
Matt Bradley - Project completed in North Carolina
Justin Bryan - Restored the USO sign at the main entrance to USO - Naval Air Station Jacksonville (Main Gate)
Nathan Maxwell - Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church and School, fence construction for the Children's play area
Erik Fish - Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church and School, fence construction for their lake front location
Sean Fish - Hart Felt Ministries property renovation
Mike Werner - Dreams Come True of Jacksonville - Playground for child cancer survivor
Joseph Bolling - I.M. Sulzbacher Center property renovation and landscaping
Chris Trivett - Hart Felt Ministries property renovation
Logan Kimbrell - Hart Felt Ministries property renovation
Chase Divertie - Haunted House for Special Needs Children
William Sanders - Camp Chowenwaw Park Museum floor renovation
Tyler Albers - Camp Chowenwaw Park Cabins renovation
Karthik Rajan - PACE Center for Girls, Inc. outdoor sitting area and area furniture renovation
Sai Polineni - Camp Chowenwaw Park Trail Bridge renovation

Holy Family Catholic School - Holy Family Catholic School is a ministry of Holy Family Catholic Church located on Baymeadows Road west of Southside Boulevard. Inspired by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Holy Family Catholic School community commits to fostering deepening faith, academic excellence, responsibility for self and concern for others.

Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church and School - Our community believes that we serve in the name of Christ in our congregation, our community and the world. We seek to be faithful stewards of all that God has given us. That is why non-profits are invited to use our facilities at no charge. That is why we have so many programs of ministry and service that care for members and visitors in our congregation as well as ministries in the Jacksonville area and the world.

Second Harvest North Florida - As a member of Feeding America – the nation’s food bank network, Second Harvest North Florida distributes food and meals through more than 500 member agencies across our region, from larger organizations like the I.M. Sulzbacher Center for the Homeless and The Salvation Army to smaller agencies and local food pantries.

Dreams Come True of Jacksonville, Inc - Welcome to Dreams Come True, an organization unlike any other of its kind. In 25 years, more than 2,500 dreams have come true for children battling life-threatening illnesses in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. There is so much more to be done. Please take a moment to celebrate the joy of life.

Joy comes to dreamers in many forms: Swimming with dolphins, shopping trips, meeting celebrities, catching blue marlins or seeing the volcanoes in Hawaii. Having a dream fulfilled gives a child a sense of hope and creates memories of a lifetime for the child and family.

Greater Jacksonville Area USO - Since before the United States entered World War II, the USO (United Service Organizations) has been the bridge between the American public and the U.S. military. In times of peace and war, the USO has consistently delivered its special brand of comfort, morale and recreational services to the military.

Hart Felt Ministries Inc - Hart Felt volunteers need to possess the desire to serve others. They require a sincere willingness and ability to work with people in the community who may be frail due to age or have physical, social, or developmental disabilities.

I.M. Sulzbacher Center - Our Mission: To empower homeless and at-risk men, women and children to achieve a better life through a full range of services, both direct and in collaboration with community partners, thus renewing hope and restoring lives back into the fabric of the community.

Camp Chowenwaw Park - Camp Chowenwaw is a 153 acre site in Clay County at the mouth of Black Creek, near its confluence with the St. Johns River. Clay County plans to develop the site as a park and conservation area. The Girl Scouts of Gateway Council operated the site as a regional camp for outdoor recreation and environmental learning for over 70 years. In cooperation with a grant from Florida Communities Trust, the site was purchased by Clay County.

Eagle & Service Project Resources

Good Turn for America
Good Turn for America is a national call to service by the Boy Scouts of America that will help provide adequate food and shelter and to develop good healthhabits in our nation. To address these issues, we are collaborating with some of the most respected service organizations working in each of these areas.

Collaborating Organizations

American Red Cross
Case Foundation
Department of Health and Human Services
Habitat for Humanity
National Park Service
Ready Kids, Dept. of Homeland Security
Salvation Army
USA Freedom Corps
USAService.org

Project Ideas & Opportunities

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Clay County Community Parks
Clay County Regional Parks

Here is a listing of projects...enjoy!
Training Wheels - Haunted house - 1/4 mile trail - 15'x30' Patio Wooden Cover - A carnival - A Hiking Trail Improvement Project - Shelter for the Mind - A Viewing Platform for Faith - Acid Rain Prevention Project - Adirondack Style Benches - Adopt a Fire Hydrant - American Flag Retirement - American Flag Retirement Ceremony - Amimal cage for local nature center - Ampitheater for canoe instruction - Ancient Indian Waffle Garden Replica - Any Solider - Arboretum construction - Archery Range & Horseshoe Pits - Auction - For a new Public City Pool - Automation of School Library - Backpacks for the Homeless - Barbeque - Bat boxes - Bat Houses for Nature Center - Be A Leader - Beach Volleyball Court - Bench Building - Benefit Concert - Bicycle Safety Program - Bicycle Safety Rodeo - Bicycles for Charity (Christmas presents) - Bike Racks - Bike Registration and Safety Fair - Biographies for 911 Victims - Bird Blind - Bird Feeder Restoration - Bird Houses and Feeders - Black Topping - Blanket drive for no-kill shel ers - Bleachers repair and painting - Blood Drive - Blood Drive - Blood drive - Blood Drive and old eye glasses - Blue Bird Restoration - Bone Marrow/ Blood Doner Drive - Book Drive / Library Set Up - Book drive to promote Literacy - Bookcases for Reading project - Books for the Blind - Boy Scout Memorbilia Exhibit - Brick patio - Bridge construction - Brochure stand - BUILD A RAMPAGE - Build Benches for Handicapped Students - Building Homes - Building towers at park - Built a swingset - Built bird houses and feeders and squirrel feeders - Bus Stop Shelters - Butterfly Garden - Camp Juliet 1998 - Campground Construction - Campground restoration - Care Packages for US Military - Cataloging Artifacts and Restoring Old Train Depot - Ceiling and light fixture replacement - Camp Juliet 1998 - Deck and benches - Garden - Labeling Storm Drains - Painting Fire Hydrants - Replace Elementary School Playground - The ceilling project - Campground Construction - Deck construction - Garden for the Disabled - Laid Sod for My Church - Painting of the Y.M.C.A. - Replacing Steps @ Little League Field - The Great Escape - Campground restoration - Detailed soccer benches - Gazebo - Lake Benches + Fence - Palmerstone Nature Trail - Re-roofing a storage shed - The Mary Anderson Project - Care Packages for US Military - Disaster Relief Sites - Gazebo Construction - Landscape Flower Garden for City - Parament rack - Restoration and display of historic photos - The Trees - Cataloging Artifacts and Restoring Old Train Depot - Dodgen Dock - Gift of Sight - Landscaped a Church Parking Lot - Park & Rec Center Office Rennovation - Restoration of a Pioneer Cemetery - Tied Ten Quilts for the Refugees of Kosov - Ceiling and light fixture replacement - Drug abuse Program - Ishekool Beauty Pageant - Glory to God Walking Path - Landscaping around new Church Sanctuary - Park Benches at Pinckney Recreation Area - Restoration of a War Memorial - Toy Drive - Cemetery Beautification Project - Easel making - Goose Nesting Boxes - Landscaping Project for Head Start. - Park Benches for a Nature Center - Restoration of Mill Pond Bridge - toy making - metery clean-up - Easels with dry erase boards - Got Blood? Saving Lives, Leaving Smiles… - Lightning Detectors - Park District Kitchen Remodel - Restoration of the Star of India. - Toy Shelves - Chair Refurbishing - Eight Person Picnic Table - Grand Canyon campground clean up - Local Public Library - Park Landscaping - Restoring a 1893 Brass School Bell - Trail Clean Up - Chemotherapy helpers - Elementary School Garden Boxes - Groundcover Project - Lost and found collections for Third World Country - Parking spaces for disabled persons - Restoring the look of National Cemeteries - Trail Closing - Child ID Fair - Elementary School Outdoor Amphitheatre - Gun Locks for Free - Lost Children - Party For The ARC - Resurfaced Church Parking Lot - Trail Markers - Child Identification Cards - Elementary School Parent Waiting Area - Gun Safety Video - Low Ropes Course - Physical fitness center - Retirement Home Helpers - Trail Ramps - Child Identification Kits - elmentary school beautification project - Handicap Access Ramp - Made educational videos - PICNIC TABLES - River Sign Replacement - Training Room Remodel at Wheat Ridge High School - Childrens Vitamins / Prescription Eyeglasses - Emergencey Water Storage - Handicap Boat Ramp - Made quilts for Salvation Army - Picnic Table - Sand & Stain Bleachers - tree plantin - Church Banner - Emergency Hygiene Kits for the Homeless - Hearing Aids - Main Camp Fire Ring - Picnic Tables - Sand Volleyball Court - Tuition Fund for Underprivileged Theatre Students - Church Beautification - Emergency Placards - Heavy wood clearing - Make an Avenue a Memorial - Picnic Tables - Sandbox and Benches for Disabled Children - U.S. Flag Retirment Ceremony - CHURCH CHAIRS & PAINTING - Face-Lift For A School - Helicopter Pad - Map of U.S.A. - Pigeon Creek - School Benches - Updated 911 center with info on Disabled people - CHURCH CHAIRS AND PAINTED CURBING - Fence for birds - helping the needy - Map Project for Schools - Planted 22 Trees for School - School Flag - US Flag Retirement Ceremony - Church Painting - Fence for soccer fields - High School Stage Renewal - Markers to Honor Deceased Veterans - Play ground games - chool furniture - Used school textbooks sent to 3rd world - Church Pavilion - Fingerprinting - Historic Orchard Planting - Marking fire hydrants - Playgroud - School Marque Sign - Vernal Pool - Church shelter renewal - Fire Awareness weekend - Historical outhouse - MEDITATION PATIO - Playground Equipment - school pack out - Veteran's Day Assembly/Flag Folding Class - Church Sitting Room Restoration - Fire Department Display Cabinet - History of My Church for its 100 year Anniversary - Memory Garden - Playground in Jefferson Memorial Forest - School Walking Path - Veterans' Headstones - Church Third Floor - Fire ring w/ benches - Honor/Memorial Garden - Mirror over My Church Baptistery. - Portable Ark for the Torah - Scouting for Food - Vial of Life - Citizens Reference Guide for Crisis Intervention - Fire Safety Awareness - Humane Society Pet Cemetary Renovation - Mission Rosaries - prairie restoration - SELF DEFENSE CLASS - Video For Our Community Center - City Rose Garden Refurbishing - Fish Cleaning Tables - Hunter Safety Training aids - Mounting Safety Signs - Preschool Play Area - shingle scout cabin - Video Production - City Street Sign Survey - Flag counting - ID clinic - Mow Strip for Municipal Building - Project Awareness - Skate Ramps for my Local Church - video/game/toy drive - Civil War Battlefield Historical Markers - Flag Football Or Basketball - Ident-A-Kid - Mural Panels - Project Ideas - Smithsonian War Archives - Walkway and Flag - Cleaned historic Cemetary - Flag Pole and Installation - Identification Cards - Musician's Memorial - Project Persian Gulf - Smoke Detectors for the Elderly - Water Erosion Bars - cleaned portion of the town creek - Flag Retiriment - Install a Computer Network - Chid Care Center - Nature Sanctuary Building Restoration - Promote Teen Safe Driving - Snowmobile Protection - Web page - Cleaning - Flag Retiriment - Installation of Road Signs for 911 - Nature Trail - Purple Martins' Condo - Sock drive for the homeless - Webpage - Cleaning a historical site (cemetary) - flagpoles and retaining walls - Installing Benches - Nature Trail - Quilt-A-Thon - SPCA donations - Wheelchair Accessable Picnic Table - Cleaning a pre-revolutionary cemetery - Food Container - Internet wiring - Nature Trail Benches - Railroad Phone Booths - Special Olympics - Wheelchair Ramps - Cleaning up the Rock River - Food Drive - Jackson Township Wood Duck Habitat Project - new trail at Prairie Creek Park - RAISED MONEY FOR DRUG REHAB CENTER - St. Bridgets Church restoration - wheelchairs rehabilitated - clearing out dead trees in forest preserves - Food Drive - Jungle Gym - News paper recycling - Raising Voter Awareness in your Community - St. Patrick's Church landscaping - Wildlife Observation Platform - Clothes Collection for Salvation Army - Food Pantry - Kenya School Supplies Drive - NOT A PROJECT, IT'S THE FORM - Reading Loft for Head Start - stencils - Wildlife Tower - Clothes Drive - Foot Bridges - Kiosk - Office Space - Reconstructing of a campfire - Storm Water Marsh - Winter Clothing Drive - Clothing Drive - Fort Lamar Information Kiosk - Open air Storage - Recording Cemetary Grave Markers - Storm Water Pollution Education Program - Winter Food Drive - community bug defense - Free Kids Booth - Operation Smart Bulb - Recycle Container - Street numbers - Wood Duck Boxes On Lake Ouachita In AR - Community Bulletin Board - Freedom House - Operation Smile - Red, White, & Blue Fire Hydrants - Street Sign Project - Wood Duck Nesting Boxes - Community Shelter - Friendly Forest Ranger - Operation Smoke Detector - Refinished Piano - Survival Kits For Rough Nights - Woodlawn Plantation Nature Trail - Concrete Bleacher Pads - Frisbee Golf Course - Organ Donor Awareness Drive - Refinishing Elementary School Picnic Tables - Xeriscape Garden - Construction of First Aid Kits - Organ Donor Information - Refurbishing Metal Chairs for Church - Zoo Exhibit Rehabilitation - Contentnea Creek Canoe Trail - Orienteering Course - Refurbishing the Elizabeth Fisher Vessel - Coyote enclosure - Orienteering Hiking/Training Course - Re-landscape church parsonage - Created a new nature trail at a local park - Outdoor Classroom - Repainting - CRYSTAL BEACH ERROSION CONTROL BUTIFICATION - OUTDOOR CLASSROOM - Outdoor classroom/picnic area for Elementary Schoo - Outdoor Stage - Outdoor Worship Area - Paint Adresses - paint the numbers of the house on the curb - Painted room directional signs and room numbers - Painting & Color Coding Fire Hydrants - Painting a Gym -

Troop 27 Eagles

Charles Doak — 2010-05-13T17:37:04-04:00

Troop 27 Eagles

Class of 2003
Alek Pulido

Class of 2004
Matt Bradley

Class of 2005
Thomas Saddington	Antonio Arango

Class of 2006
Orlando Pryor

Class of 2007
Justin Bryan		Nathan Maxwell
Erik Fish	Sean Fish	Mike Werner

Class of 2008
Joseph Bolling	Chris Trivett	Logan Kimbrell

Class of 2010
Chase Divertie		William Sanders
Tyler Albers	Sai Polineni	Karthik Rajan

Click HERE to see their projects.

Adult Leader Eagles

Colin Doak 2007, Troop 136 Who used to meet here! Jacksonville, FL in the Riverbend District of the North Florida Council. Jacksonville is located in the First Coast region of northeast Florida and is centered on the banks of the St. Johns River, about 25 miles (40 km) south of the Georgia border and about 340 miles (547 km) north of Miami. The settlement that became Jacksonville was founded in 1791 as Cowford, so named because of its location at a narrow point in the river where cattle once crossed. In 1822, a year after the United States acquired the colony of Florida from Spain, the city was renamed for Andrew Jackson, the first military governor of the Florida Territory and then-future President of the United States.
The township coordinates are: 30°19′10″N 81°39′36″W
Chris Freyer 1985, Troop 550 formed in 1965 in Warner Robins, Georgia of the Central Georgia Council. Warner Robinsis a city in the U.S. state of Georgia, located primarily in Houston County with a small portion in Peach County. The city has its own metropolitan statistical area (Warner Robins metropolitan area. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 48,804. The official motto of Warner Robins is EDIMGIAFAD, which is an acronym for “Every Day In Middle Georgia Is Armed Forces Appreciation Day”. The coining of this phrase is attributed Dr. Dan Callahan, a local civic leader.
The township coordinates are: 32°36′31″N 83°38′17″W
Perry Sanders 1977, Troop 142 in Tullahoma, TN of the Elk River District of the Middle Tennessee Council Tullahoma is a city in Coffee and Franklin counties in the south-central part of the U.S. state of Tennessee. The population was 17,994 at the 2000 census. It is the principal city of the Tullahoma micropolitan area, which consists of Coffee, Franklin, and Moore counties and is the second largest micropolitan area in Tennessee after the Cookeville micropolitan area. The cities name is from two Greek words - 'Tulla' meaning mud, and 'Homa,' meaning more mud. Troop 142 currently meets at 6:30-9pm on Tuesdays in the First Christian Church at the corner of Jackson St and Grundy St. across from Traders' Bank and City Hall.
Township coordinates are 35°22′7″N 86°12′48″W

Orienteering at Gold Head State Park May 15th and June 5th

Ken Grula — 2010-05-05T15:31:51-04:00

Orienteering at Gold Head State Park May 15th and June 5th

Mr. Sanders is the lead for orienteering. Both days are at Gold Head State Park. May 15th is the boys who started the badge last year. June 5th is everyone. We will be running several courses - short and long. Boys need to pack lunches - adults will have coolers in cars. Everyone needs to bring water containers they can carry all day. It will be VERY hot. Meet at Wendy's at 7:30 AM both mornings - will be home 4:00pm - ish.

Donor Awareness @ Mayo Clinic - created

Ken Grula — 2010-05-05T15:28:16-04:00

Donor Awareness @ Mayo Clinic

This event is open to all Boy Scouts - a tour of a real operating room at Mayo Clinic.

Saturday May 8th 8:15am to 9:30am. Go to this link for a Mayo Site Map. http://www.mayoclinic.org/mcitems/mc1600-mc1699/mc1663-59.pdf

Driving from San Pablo, park in lots B, C, or D and walk up hospital drive and meet under the outside overhang of the new Main Hospital Building. Meet at 8:15 am SHARP. Need to wear Class A uniforms with t-shirt underneath - to put on scrubs. If parents are dropping off - be back at 9:30.

ADULT LEADERS 2009

Charles Doak — 2010-05-04T18:13:22-04:00

ADULT LEADERS 2009

Scoutmaster

Ken Grula* Email: Mr. Grula

Assistant Scoutmasters

Paul Hubert email: Mr. Hubert
Chris Freyer* email: Mr. Freyer
Tom Gyorog email: Mr. Gyorog
Darrin Willingham email: Dr. Willingham
Carlos Arango email:Dr. Arango
Dave Albers* email:Mr. Albers
Charles Doak* Phone: email: Mr. Doak
Perry Sanders* Phone: email: Mr. Sanders

* Adult Leaders who have completed Wood Badge

Troop Committee

John Frost* - Committee Chair email: Mr. Frost
Tim Buchanan email: Mr. Buchanan
Beth Schrader email: Mrs. Schrader
Andrea Hazen email: Mrs. Hazen
Jim Bolling email: Dr. Bolling
Lisa Bolling email: Mrs. Bolling
Ramesh Rajan email: Mr. Rajan
Srini Polineni email: Mr. Polineni
Ed Jenkins email: Mr. Jenkins
Beth Jenkins email: Mrs. Jenkins

About Troop 27

Charles Doak — 2010-05-04T17:43:24-04:00

About Troop 27

Boy Scout Troop 27 is in the North Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America. We are sponsored by The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 7500 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL. Troop meetings are held on Monday nights from 7pm to 8:30pm. Please check our calendar for specific meeting dates and times.

The meetings are run by the Scouts themselves under the guidance of trained adult leaders. Parents are welcome to visit a troop meeting anytime and are expected to help out as requested by the Troop Committee. Parents, Scout Leaders and the youth work together through the Eight Methods of Scouting.

Troop 27 was first chartered in 2001. In the past 8 years, hundreds of young men have passed through our doors. Most stayed a few years and for one reason or another dropped out. 13 have stayed in long enough to obtain the rank of Eagle Scout as of 2008. The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer is our current sponsor…many thanks to them.

The Troop is primarily an outdoor activity Troop. Between September and May (generally following the school calendar), we camp once monthly - some “bring everything” type events and others backpacking, “pack-only-what-you-can-carry”. We participate in several District Events (we are part of the Riverbend District) - including their main blowout - the CAMPOREE held every January.

Our Troop goes to a summer camp each year. At camp the first year Scouts can earn many of the requirements for most of the first three ranks. The older Scouts can concentrate on the earning of Merit Badges or take in a high adventure program. They typically sleep in two man canvas tents that are set-up on wood platforms. Scouts eat in the mess hall and swim in the camp lakes. Some years we go to Summer Camp locally, at Camp Shands, and other years we travel north to the Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee area for a more scenic experience.

Our Troop has been to all 3 National High Adventure Bases.
Philmont Scout Ranch - 2007
Florida Sea Base - 2006, 2009
Northern Tier - 2008
This is the ultimate in an outdoor camping adventure for not only the Scout, but for the Leaders, too.

We take canoe trips in the summer/fall time and hike/backpack in the winter/spring.

Troop 27 is an active Troop with a dynamic year round program. We are one of the largest troops in our District and pride ourselves on delivering a quality troop program. We believe in providing the youth with challenging opportunities and High Adventure trips that encompass the aims and methods of Scouting. Our current membership exceeds 40 youth (ages 10 1/2 to 17) and 25+ registered leaders. When a boy joins the Troop, we welcome the entire family as well. Many parents find themselves having as much fun as the Scouts!

Leaders

Please refer to our Adult Leaders page (also link under “Troop Information” at right) for our current leader's list with contact information - phone numbers, email, etc.

Our History

Troop 27 was established in 2001 by Scoutmaster Kevin Pryor after his son advanced from a local Cub Scout Pack. Kevin served as our Scoutmaster as his son and four other boys made their way to Eagle. Afterwards, he turned the leadership of the Troop over to our 2nd Scoutmaster, Ron Fish. Ron was a dedicated leader for several years and 5 boys achieved the rank of Eagle during his tenure. Our third Scoutmaster was Dave Albers. Under his leadership our Troop garnered another three Eagles. Today, our current Scoutmaster is Ken Grula and the Troop now has over 15 Eagles with several Scouts within a couple of merit badges and one hefty project from obtaining the rank of Eagle.

Our Eagle Scout Honor Roll can be found here.

Troop Information

Charles Doak — 2010-05-04T17:16:43-04:00

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Resources

Application forms:

Charles Doak — 2010-05-04T17:15:46-04:00

Application forms:

New Youth Application: English and Spanish
New Adult Application: English and Spanish
Transfer Form (Youth Member)

Local Tour Permit Application

PDF Version - print on legal (8.5 x 14) size paper

National Tour Permit Application

PDF Version - print on legal (8.5 x 14) size paper

Online Activity Consent Form and Approval by Parents or Legal Guardian (Permission Slip)

Annual BSA Health and Medical Form

This is the NEW FORM (with parts A, B, C). It replaces old form with parts ( or Class) 1, 2, and 3.
Prints on 8.5 x 11 paper
Prints on 11 x 17 paper

Troop Committee

troopcommitteeguidebook2.pdf

Uniform Inspection Sheets :

Boy Scout/Varsity Scout
Adult Leaders

Unit worksheets :

Unit Advancement Report
Merit Badge Counselor Application

Individual Boy Scout Record
First Class Tracking Sheet
Campfire Program planner
Troop Resource Survey
Worksheet for Building a Merit badge Counselor List
Application for Alternate Eagle Scout Rank Merit Badges

Silver Beaver Nomination
District Award of Merit Nomination

Troop Meeting Plan
Application for BSA Lifeguard
Historic Trails Program-50-Miler Award
50 Miler Award Application
Unit Money-Earning Permit Application

Duplicate Eagle Scout-NESA credentials order form

Progress Record for the Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Scoutmaster Progress Record for the Scoutmaster's Key
Varsity Scout Leader Progress for the Coach's Key and Varsity Scout Leader Training Award
Varsity Scout Leader Letter Scorecard
Venturing Leader Progress Record
Wood Badge Pocket Card

Unauthorized and Restricted Activities - created

Charles Doak — 2010-04-05T13:50:19-04:00

Unauthorized and Restricted Activities

A complete listing of the Unauthorized and Restricted Activities can be found here.

The following activities have been declared unauthorized and restricted by the Boy Scouts of America:

All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are banned from program use. ATVs are defined as motorized recreational cycles with three or four large, soft tires, designed for off-road use on a variety of terrains.
Boxing, karate, and related martial arts—except judo, aikido, and Tai Chi—are not authorized activities.
Chainsaws and mechanical log splitters may be authorized for use only by trained individuals over the age of 18, using proper protective gear in accordance with local laws.
Exploration of abandoned mines is an unauthorized activity.
Varsity football teams and interscholastic or club football competition and activities are unauthorized activities.
Fireworks secured, used, or displayed in conjunction with program and activities is unauthorized except where the fireworks display is conducted under the auspices of a certified or licensed fireworks control expert.
The selling of fireworks as a fund-raising or money-earning activity by any group acting for or on behalf of members, units, or districts may not be authorized by councils.
Flying in hang gliders, ultralights, experimental class aircraft, or hot-air balloons (whether or not they are tethered); parachuting; and flying in aircraft as part of a search and rescue mission are unauthorized activities.
Motorized go-carts and motorbike activities are unauthorized for Cub Scout and Boy Scout programs. All motorized speed events, including motorcycles, boats, drag racing, demolition derbies, and related events, are not authorized activities for any program level.
Participation in amateur or professional rodeo events and council or district sponsorship of rodeos are not authorized.
Hunting is not an authorized Cub Scout or Boy Scout activity, although hunting safety is part of the program curriculum.
(The purpose of this policy is to restrict chartered packs, troops, and teams from conducting hunting trips. However, this policy does not restrict Venturing crews from conducting hunting trips or special adult hunting expeditions provided that adequate safety procedures are followed and that all participants have obtained necessary permits and/or licenses from either state or federal agencies. While hunter safety education might not be required prior to obtaining a hunting license, successful completion of the respective state voluntary program is required before participating in the activity.)
Reference: Ranger Guidebook, No. 3128
Motorized personal watercraft, such as Jet-Skis(R), are not authorized for use in Scouting aquatics, and their use should not be permitted in or near BSA program areas.
Except for (1) law enforcement officers required to carry firearms within their jurisdiction, and (2) circumstances within the scope of the BSA hunting policy statement, firearms should not be in the possession of any person engaged in camping, hiking, backpacking, or any other Scouting activity other than those specifically planned for target shooting under the supervision of a certified firearms instructor. (Among the purposes of this policy is to prohibit adult leaders from bringing firearms on BSA camping and hiking activities or to unit meetings.)
Parasailing, or any activity in which a person is carried aloft by a parachute, parasail, kite, or other device towed by a motorboat, including a tube, or by any other means, is unauthorized.
All activities related to bungee cord jumping (sometimes called shock cord jumping) are unauthorized. Technical tree-climbing with ropes or harnesses is not authorized as a unit activity.
Water chugging and related activities are not authorized for any program level.
Pointing any type of firearm or simulated firearm at any individual is unauthorized. Scout units may plan or participate in paintball, laser tag or similar events where participants shoot at targets that are neither living nor human representations. Units with Council approval may participate in formally organized historical reenactment events, where firearms are used and intentionally aimed over the heads of the reenactment participants. The use of paintball guns, laser guns or similar devices may be utilized in target shooting events with Council approval and following the Sweet 16 of BSA safety. Council approval means the approval of the Scout Executive or his designee on a tour permit specifically outlining details of the event.
(However, law enforcement departments and agencies using firearms in standard officer/agent training may use their training agenda when accompanied with appropriate safety equipment in the Law Enforcement Exploring program.)

Carbon Tetrachloride
Carbon tetrachloride must never be used in any way in the Scouting program. Even in small quantities, this poison has proved to be so deadly that it must be ruled out as a cleaning fluid, a fire extinguisher, a poison for insect killing, and a watermark detector for stamp collecting.
Reference: Health and Safety Guide, No. 34415

Heroism Awards

Charles Doak — 2010-03-30T19:17:44-04:00

Heroism Awards

Recognition may be given to a member of the Boy Scouts of America—Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venturer, or adult leader—where the evidence presented to the National Court of Honor, in accordance with prescribed regulations, shows that he or she saved or attempted to save life under circumstances that indicate heroism and risk of his or her own life. The court will give consideration to resourcefulness and to demonstrated skill in rescue methods.

In no case shall recognition be given where it appears that the risk involved was merely in the performance of duty or the meeting of an obligation because of responsibility to supervise and give leadership to the person or people whose lives were saved.

It shall be wholly within the discretion of the National Court of Honor to determine from evidence presented which lifesaving award, if any, shall be made. Awards are issued in the name of the Boy Scouts of America. These awards are as follows:

Honor Medal With Crossed Palms. The Honor Medal With Crossed Palms may be awarded in exceptional cases to a youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated both unusual heroism and extraordinary skill or resourcefulness in saving or attempting to save life at extreme risk to self.

Honor Medal. The Honor Medal may be awarded to a youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated unusual heroism and skill in saving or attempting to save life at considerable risk to self.

Heroism Award. The Heroism Award may be awarded to a youth member or adult leader who has demonstrated heroism and skill in saving or attempting to save life at minimum risk to self.

Troop 27 Recepients

2008 Heroism Award Colin J. Doak
Colin James Doak - Heroism Award

Dear Mr. Sears Jr.
Boy Scouts of America upon recommendation of the National Court of Honor is awarding the Heroism Award to
Colin James Doak
for putting into practice Scouting skills and ideals. The Medal, knot and certificate is enclosed.

The National Court of Honor conducts its deliberation not only to recognize the deserving individuals but also to preserver the historical integrity of the awards. We extend our congratulations to Colin James Doak.

Sincerely,
Chris Jackson
National Court of Honor

Heroism Award to
Colin James Doak
for Demonstrating Heroism and Skill in Saving or Attempting to Save Life at Minimum Risk to Self

Camp Rainey Mountain, Clayton, GA

Ken Grula — 2010-03-01T07:39:30-04:00

Camp Rainey Mountain, Clayton, GA

The Scouts voted and Camp Rainey Mountain in Northeast Georgia was chosen. Summer Camp 2010 will be held from June 27 thru July 3rd, 2010. The cost is $260 per Scout - adult cost is $120/ea but it is discounted based on the number of Scouts - so those payments are received last.

Contact Mr. Grula with questions.

REMINDER There is a mandatory parent / scout meeting for all those going to camp on March 22nd - same time as the Troop Meeting. 2nd Payment of $90 (scouts only - not adults) is due then.

Green Bar Bill at Ocean Pond weekend of March 12-14 - created

Ken Grula — 2010-03-01T07:30:07-04:00

Green Bar Bill at Ocean Pond weekend of March 12-14

Mr. Hubert is organizing this event. Meet at Wendy's 5:30 Friday March 12th, return before Noon Sunday. Ocean Pond is approximately 1 hr. west on I-10. We camp on the shore of a beautiful lake. Work on basic scout skills - brand new scouts or younger ones can get several sign-offs toward First Class.

2010 Northern Tier High Adventure Trip - created

Ken Grula — 2010-02-19T15:03:09-04:00

2010 Northern Tier High Adventure Trip

Dave Albers is organizing this trip. Direct all questions to him.

EVENT DATE: July 5 – July 14, 2010 (Fly to MN the 5th, Drive to Ely on 6th and check in, Canoe/Camp 7th -13th, Fly out the 14th)

Scout Eligibility: 1st Class or higher, at least 14 years old at the time of the trip, must be swimmers as ranked by the BSA swim test and performance on training trips (dates and times to be announced). These are the troop’s requirements…..Northern Tier’s requirements are 13 years of age without regard to rank. They require that the camper be a swimmer and be physically fit as determined by their doctor and scout leaders.

Cost: $1,200 per person (includes everything….flights, one night hotel, ground transportation, sight-seeing trip upon arrival, meals, camping, permits, fishing license, group pictures, etc.…..but not souvenirs). I have a complete budget created if anyone is interested in the details or helping with the logistics.

Commitment Deadline for Scouts: Monday March 1, 2010

Payment Schedule: March 1, 2010 – Commitment Deposit - $200 Per Person, April 1, 2010 – First Installment - $500 Per Person, May 1, 2010 – Final Payment - $500 Per Person

Adventure: Charles L. Sommers - Boundary Waters Area Canoe Wilderness (BWACW) http://www.ntier.org/Ntier_Home.html

Scout/Parent Meetings: Monday 3/1/10 and Monday 3/22/10 both at the regular troop meeting. We will meet in the back room at 7:15 after the meeting opening.

resources:tent8:home - created

Charles Doak — 2010-02-17T20:13:04-04:00

by BackpackingLight dot com Staff
Another year has gone by and it is time once again for the BackpackingLight staff to come up with their lists of favorite pieces of gear. Some have commented that it is getting noticeably tougher to come up with three pieces of gear that have become most favored and most depended upon over the past year. But in due time the staff came up with their lists and this is the result.

This isn’t an “Editor’s Choice” or formal endorsement, just a list of gear we like.

Backpacking Light Staff Picks
Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2008.

Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2007.

Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2006.

Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2005.

Backpacking Light staff pick their favorite gear of 2004.

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Charles Doak — 2010-02-17T19:55:22-04:00

Philmont Scout Ranch, New Mexico, Summer

Ultralight Winter Snowcave Camping