Troop 5 Scoutmaster Announcements – May 19, 2026
First, I want to congratulate Eli G for being selected to work on staff at Pipsico this summer. We wish you all the best in this extension of your scouting journey!
There are 2 events your should RSVP for now:
- Owen plans to have an Eagle project workday this Saturday, May 23rd, with Sunday, May 24th as a backup or additional day as needed. The project will take place at the Dadson Arms Apartments at Dadson Ct in Virginia Beach (near the CBBT). Please RSVP at the link below if you have not already RSVP’d directly to Owen. Wear sturdy shoes. If possible, bring water, safety glasses, and work gloves. (He will have some on site if you cannot bring your own.)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesWHoyhmgIN_G1CCjSNx32MnC_GiYteHbNKTxTNeZdIuFiRg/viewform?usp=header
- Please RSVP now for the Scout Night with the Norfolk Tides on Friday, June 12th. Game time is 6:35pm at Harbor Park, with camping on the field after the game. Tickets are $19 each and camping vouchers are $5 each. We need to know who would like to camp so that we can ensure we have sufficient adult coverage. Thanks.
https://forms.gle/1P9spHHVJBWXKhWi9
Looking ahead to next week:
- Tuesday, May 26th is our spring court of honor around 7:00pm in the social hall of the church. Scouts will meet at 6:30pm for an abbreviated troop meeting ahead of the ceremony. If the weather is nice, we may venture as a group to Dairy Queen afterwards. Scouts seeking awards, merit badges, and advancements should ensure all requirements are completed and approved no later than Friday, May 22nd.
- Thursday, May 28th, we will welcome our newest scout Jack at Pack 191’s crossover ceremony, 6:30pm at St John Lutheran Church. All troop youth, leaders, and parents are invited to attend.
And further out:
- On June 2nd, the Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) will lead the troop in planning our weekly summer outings. All troop youth, leaders, and parents are encouraged to attend.
- On June 9th, the PLC will conduct its annual planning for September 2026 – August 2027. Adult leaders are highly encouraged to attend. Other troop youth may optionally attend as well.
Let me know if you have any questions. Looking forward to summer!
Scott