2010 Events
You can view all photos of each trip in 2010 by clicking on the thumbnail images below.
2010 Events |
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Slide Show: Click here to see a self-running slide show summarizing events from Troop 103.
You can view all photos of each trip in 2010 by clicking on the thumbnail images below. |
| Beach Weekend - June 25-27, 2010 |
This weekend's event includes camping at Tom’s Cove Park in Chincoteague, Virginia. Scouts will be fishing, crabbing, and enjoying the beach.
Please complete the permission slip and review the Itinerary Information listed below. |
| Eagle Scout Gabi Rosenbrien - June 15, 2010 |
I am proud to report that Troop 103 Life Scout Gabriel Rosenbrien was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout Tuesday night (6/15/10). Gabi's Eagle Project consisted of restoring and improving the Kemp Nature Laboratory at Hanover High School. He designed and led others in the construction and installation of a floating dock at the Lab's pond to facilitate the observation and collection of samples. He also took steps to eradicate phragmites australis, an invasive species of wetland reed, and planted grass in its place. Please join me in congratulating Gabi and in thanking his family, friends, leaders and others who helped make his accomplishment possible. Attached is a photo of Troop 103's 73rd Eagle Scout with his proud parents and Troop 103 Advancement Co-Chairs Dave Smith and Gene Huff.
- Jeff PS - After his Eagle Board of Review, Gabi squawked, "Last week I graduated a [Hanover] Night Hawk, tonight I became an Eagle, and in the fall I'll be a [Lehigh] Mountain Hawk". |
| Memorial Day Parade - May 31, 2010 Bravery honored by Troop 103 |
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Many scouts participated in the Memorial Day Parade where veterans were honored. The Troop also attended the ceremony that was held following the parade at Mount Olivet Cemetery. The Hanover Evening Sun newspaper reporter Travis Lau interviewed some of the scouts. After the parade and ceremony, scouts attended a cook-out at Earl Hertz's home.  Click here to see photos of the event! |
| Hanover's Best & Brightest from Boy Scout Troop 103 |
Troop 103 Eagle Scout Erick Von Sas, and Eagle Scout candidates Gabi Rosenbrien and Alan Boyle were recognized among Hanover Area's 2010's Best & Brightest students on May 2nd in a ceremony sponsored by the Hanover Chamber of Commerce.
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| Old Rag Mountain Weekend - May 14-16, 2010 |
 Photos Available Here!This outing event includes camping in the Shenandoah National Park and then Hiking up the famous Old Rag Mountain by completing the 8.8 mile Circuit Hike. Details are in the Itinerary document listed below. Please complete permission slips and review the Itinerary Information listed below. A video is available below that shows details and images of trail. GPS and Google Earth files
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| Order of the Arrow Ordeal Weekend - May 1, 2010 |
Three scouts attended the induction ceremony of the Order of the Arrow over the weekend. The induction ceremony, called the Ordeal, is the first step toward full membership in the Order. The Order of the Arrow is recognized as Scouting's National Honor Society. Congratulations scouts!
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| Biking Weekend - April 23-25, 2010 |
This weekend's event includes camping at the church picnic grove and cycling on the Heritage Rail Trail.
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| Summer Camp Payment Due April 20, 2010 |
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RODNEY SCOUT RESERVATION JULY 11-17, 2010 (Sunday - Saturday) 4/13/10 REMINDER $305 Balance due by Tues., April 20, 2010* [no meeting on Tues., April 27, 2010] (Scouts who paid no deposit owe $330.00) *thereafter, cost will increase from $330 discount rate to $355 regular rate Summer Camp Payment Flyer |
| Summer Camp Merit Badge Selections Due April 20, 2010 |
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Electronic Merit Badge registration for summer camp will be conducted by the Troop and begins this Saturday morning (personal attendance not necessary). Merit Badge Classes fill up, and the early birds get the worms!!!
STEPS: Scouts & parents should prepare by reviewing the attached Program Opportunities and Program Schedule. See links below. New Scouts will automatically be registered in the Brownsea Program and do not require selecting merit badges. As soon as possible, scouts should indicate their Merit Badge preferences on the attached Program Planning Sheet, being sure to consult the Program Schedule for Merit Badge class availability and to avoid scheduling conflicts. Please bring Merit Badge preferences to tomorrow's scout meeting or email them to sm@bsatroop103.org and cc@bsatroop103.org ASAP (especially for older scouts). There is no scout meeting on Tues., April 27th. |
| April 11, 2010 - Eagle Scout Award Ceremony for Cortlin Dell |
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| Biking Weekend - April 23-25, 2010 |
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This weekend's event includes camping at the church picnic grove and cycling on the Heritage Rail Trail.
Please complete both permission slips and review the Itinerary Information listed below. |
| Climbing & Camping Weekend - Sat. - Sun., March 13-14, 2010 |
http://www.miltonrockgym.com/ 225 Thomas Dam Rd. Millmont, PA 17845 (570) 922-1236 (Camp Ranger) Susquehanna Council BSA (Williamsport, PA): (570) 326-5121, (800) 647-4510; www.susquehannabsa.org Please complete both permission slips and review the Itinerary Information listed below. |
| February 27, 2010 - Blue & Grey Scout Show |
Automotive Maintenance Merit Badge was presented at this year's Scout Show by Troop 103. |
| February 19-21, 2010: Klondike Derby |
The Troop spent a wintry weekend in the northern wilderness of Camp Tuckahoe (Maple Lodge) to participate in the annual Klondike Derby.The 2010 Klondike Derby was held on February 19-21, 2010. Scouts from the Blue & Grey District and the First Capital District were challenged to Scout Olympics on Saturday during the activity portion of the Klondike. Details are provided below. |
| Scout Sunday - 8:30AM Mass on February 14, 2010 |
Scouting celebrated its 100th Anniversary and three scouts were awarded the Ad Altare Dei Religious Emblem during the 8:30AM Mass. Click here to read the presentation at the 8:30AM Mass.Other awards were presented to two of our long-time leaders. Click on the above recipient's name to revisit the presentations. Click here to see photos of the presentations. |
| 2009 Scout of the Year |
Each year we recognize the top three Scouts in our Troop for the Scout of the Year Award.
This year we recognized and congratulate the Scouts of the Year Mark (Gold Emblem), David (Silver Emblem) and Joey (Bronze Emblem) for their dedication to scouting and living the scout oath and laws in their daily life. The Scouts earn points throughout the year for participation in various activities, and payment of dues. The points from each scout are tallied up for the year. A sub committee is formed to review the results with a focus on the top 5 scouts. In addition to points earned, CHARACTER is an important element that is considered in the final selections for Scout of the Year. |
| January 26, 2010 - Summer Camp Deposits are Due |
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Summer Camp deposits of $25 are due by Tuesday, January 26, 2010. Deposits are required to secure your son's participation in this very important week of scouting fun and advancement opportunity. Deposits will be collected at this Saturday's Court of Honor or at next Tuesday's Troop meeting.
Please review the Summer Camp Deposit Flyer (http://www.bsatroop103.org/documents/2010_Summer_Camp_Deposit_Flyer.pdf) to see additional payment schedule amounts and dates beyond this current deposit. |
| January 23, 2010 - Winter Court of Honor - Scout of the Year |
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Our annual winter Court of Honor is this Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 7:15PM in the Social Hall.
Please attend and show support to our Scouts being recognized for their achievements. The Scout-of-the-Year award will be announced. Additionally, We will review activities on our Troop Calendar http://www.bsatroop103.org/documents/2010_scout_calendar.pdf 
In 2009 Scouts collectively earned 82 merit badges, 18 rank badges, 18 Special Awards. Adults collectively completed 35 training courses.
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| January 19, 2010- Eagle Scout Erick Von Sas |
A message from our Scoutmaster.....
I am proud to report that Troop 103 Life Scout Erick Von Sas was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout Tuesday night (1/19/2010). Erick's Eagle Project consisted of improving the walking path leading to the pavilion in the St. Joseph Church Picnic Grove. Improvements included replacing rotted landscape timbers, replacing walking stones with gravel, and planting shrubs. Please join me in congratulating Erick and in thanking his family, friends, leaders and others who helped make his accomplishment possible. Attached is a photo of our clearly relieved Eagle Scout with his clearly proud mom. (click here to see more photos) - Jeff |
| January 19, 2010: OA Election Night |
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Scouts of Troop
103,
Please make a strong
effort to attend this Tuesday's Troop meeting. Tuesday night's agenda
includes elections of your fellow scouts into the Order of the
Arrow.
At least 50% of
the members of Troop 103 must be present to conduct the elections so your
attendance is important!
The Order of the
Arrow (OA) is the national honor society of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). It
uses American Indian-styled traditions and ceremonies to bestow recognition on
scouts selected by their peers as best exemplifying the ideals of
Scouting.
 The Purpose of the OA
is to:
There are specific
eligibility requirements for those who can be elected into the OA. Our
Scoutmaster will contact those eligible scouts to see if they are interested in
being considered for this OA election. More details about the
election will be presented on Tuesday night.
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| January 22: Snow Tubing Night |
The Troop will be Snow Tubing at Ski Liberty on Friday night, January 22, 2010. We will be meeting at the Church parking lot at 5:30PM. See the itinerary for details and complete the two permission slips listed below.
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| January 23, 2010 Blood Drive - Troop Service |
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| Other Year's Events |
