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March 7 - UPDATED 20-MILE HIKE LOCATION

Posted on Mar 2 2021 - 9:53pm

Due to trail conditions (snow, ice, and mud), the Palos Trail Hike has been moved to Maple Park and is now called the 20 mile "Poyner to Speedway Road Hike".

Same times but, the hike will now be on country roads between St Charles and Maple Park. Safe road hiking rules will be in affect. Details below:

20 mile loop road hike in Maple Park on Sunday 3/7/21 with fast (2.5-3.0 mph) pace.

Early weather forecast shows a high of 50 degrees!!!

Parents to drop off at Great Western Trail Parking (Near Rt. 64 and Hansen Rd.) at 7:00 a.m.

Pickup at 4:00 p.m. at the same location. Pickups can be arranged after lunch for those unwilling or unable to do the full 20 miles.

Eat breakfast before the hike and bring snacks (nut free). (Pack lunch to eat during hike)

Sign up by 3/6/21. No cost.

See flier for details.

Dress in layers with moisture wicking inner layer. Be prepared. Hike On!

Flag Raising Advancement Opportunity

Posted on Feb 27 2021 - 9:25pm
St. Charles Scout Store is offering Troop 13 a much-needed opportunity to use their flag pole for practicing a flag ceremony. 
 
Any Scout who needs to complete requirement 7a for Tenderfoot rank and/or requirement 8a / 8b for Second Class is encouraged to attend.
 
So, come join us on Saturday - March 20th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
 
We will also need the members of our Honor Guard to attend and provide guidance. 
 
Who should attend: Honor Guard and any Scout who hasn't completed Tenderfoot Req. 7a and/or Second Class Req. 8a or 8b
 
Where: St.Charles Scout Store located at 415 N Second St. (Rt. 31)
 
This is a Class "A" event - Bring your Scout Handbook!
 
Electronic Registration Now Open!

Aquatic Advancement Opportunity

Posted on Feb 27 2021 - 8:09pm

Do you hold the Rank of Scout, Tenderfoot or Second Class?

If so, do you still need any of the Aquatic (Swimming) Requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class or First Class?

Then sign up for this pool activity day - We will be covering all of these requirements.

Please do not sign up if you do not need these requirements, as space is limited.

This is not a Play Day / Free Swim - we will be working on Aquatic Activities only!

Don't miss this opportunity being held at Splash Central - Bartlett Park District - 700 S Bartlett Rd.

Event starts at 1:00 Sharp and ends by 3:00 

Please arrive by 12:45 p.m. and meet in Lobby

Cost: $5.50 per Scout - Adults $7.00 (if coming into pool area)

Adults Free - If waiting in Lobby Area

Bring your Swim Trunks, Towel and Scout Handbook

Electronic Registration Now Open through 3/5/2021 and limited to 10 Scouts

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Troop 13 - Order of the Arrow Elections - March 1st

Posted on Feb 27 2021 - 8:09pm
For over 100 years, the Order of the Arrow has made Scouting better. The Order of the Arrow is Scouting's National Honor Society and recognizes those scouts that exemplify the Scout Oath, Law, and Outdoor Code in their daily lives.
 
Our troop will be holding our election on Monday March 1st 2021 at 7:00pm. The election will be conducted virtually over Zoom. The elections team will give a presentation about what the Order of the Arrow is and what the requirements to join the Order of the Arrow consist of. You will also watch a short video during the presentation telling you about the history of the Order of the Arrow. For a youth member to be considered a candidate for election into the Order of the Arrow they must meet the membership requirements. Note, that because of the ongoing pandemic, some requirements have been temporarily altered to make it more achievable for Scouts. Because of this, please take special consideration of who is eligible, of both the temporary requirements and the traditional requirements. 
 
1. The youth member must be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America.
2. You must have 15 nights of camping within the past two years immediately prior to the election.
3. At the time of the election you must be under the age of 21 to vote and be considered a youth. You also must be first class to be eligible.
 
As a brief reminder, 50% attendance is required for an election to happen. We encourage all youth in the troop to attend this important meeting
 

15-21 Mile Palos Hike

Posted on Feb 27 2021 - 8:08pm

15-21 mile loop hike in Willow Springs on Sunday 3/7/21 with fast (2.5-3.0 mph) pace.

Parents to drop off at Little Red Schoolhouse (89800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL) at 7:00 a.m.

Pickup at 4:00 p.m. at the same location.

Eat breakfast before the hike and bring snacks (nut free). (Pack lunch to eat during hike)

Sign up by 3/6/21. No cost.

See flier for details.

Dress in layers with moisture wicking inner layer. Be prepared. Hike On!

7 Mile Dick Young Hike

Posted on Feb 27 2021 - 8:08pm

7 mile loop hike in Dick Young Forest Preserve on Sunday 3/14/21 with med (2.0-2.5 mph) pace.

Parents to drop off at Dick Young Forest Preserve (Nelson Lake Rd, Batavia, IL ) at 9:00 a.m.

Pickup at 12:00 p.m. at the same location.

Eat breakfast before the hike and bring snacks (nut free). (No food stop during hike)

Sign up by 3/13/21. No cost. See flier for details.

Dress in layers with moisture wicking inner layer. Be prepared. Hike On! 

BSA Troop # 13

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