Newsletter ST77 DRAFT
Newsletter
Scout Troop 77 at Oak Grove Scouting
9/30/25
7:30pm Troop Meeting
From the SPL
Hi Troop 77
This week we will have the Wizard Lizards host the meeting on leather-working. During patrol meetings we will make meal plans for this weekend's cycling campout. Make sure to respect Wizard Lizards while they are presenting.
YiS
Ryland Hamner
(404)-858-7848
From the Scoutmaster
Hello Troop 77!
For all parents and Scouts who are eligible to go on High Adventure in 2026, there will be a meeting at 6:30pm, this Tuesday, at Scout Hall. We hope to see you there! Please see the email sent earlier this weekend to determine your Scout’s eligibility.
This week starts the new PLC with Ryland Hamner taking the reins as SPL and his team of ASPL’s and newly voted Patrol Leaders. Ryland is excited and I’m looking forward to seeing the good that this PLC accomplishes in the Fall/Winter term.
Our October campout is this coming Saturday and those of you going on the campout are invited to bring your bikes to Tuesday’s meeting for a check-up. We will have several parents who will be happy to look over your bike to ensure a smooth and safe ride. Please remember to bring a helmet this weekend!
Some reminders:
- Special Merit Badge classes will be opening soon with the Atlanta Area Council. Be sure to check their Merit Badge page for details.
- Conservation Weekend at Woodruff will be November 14-16th. Over 19 Merit Badges will be offered an lots more! Check it out HERE
- NYLT - There are two upcoming NYLT courses in November and December. If you’ve taking ILST you should definitely consider taking this Scout training.
- Bert Adam’s winter camp registration is open. Winter camp runs from December 27-31st. Details can be found HERE. This camp offers some difficult to find and unique Merit Badges and many fun activities.
- Order of the Arrow Fall Induction and Brotherhood will happen at Bert Adams Nov 7-9th. See THIS link for more.
Yours in Scouting,
Mr. Paul Mooring
T77 Scoutmaster
scoutmaster.st77@oakgrovescouting.org
(503) 593-1346
Calendar
Visit the calendar webpage to: view the calendar, review the annual plan, and add the Troop calendar to your personal calendar.
2025-2026 Troop Calendar
Check out the Troop Calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. Click HERE
Calendar-at-a-glance
- 9/30 7:30pm Weekly Meeting
- 10/7 6:30pm PLC meeting
- 7:30pm Troop meeting
- 10/14 - no meeting!
- 10/18 - Oak Grove BBQ!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ACA622A75-58294312-2025#/
Physical Fitness Merit Badge - Week 3
Physical Fitness Merit Badge class #3 Is being held this Tuesday at 6:30. Please bring your three day food log & clothes for exercise.
Salesmanship Merit Badge Opportunity
Troop 77 is offering the chance for scouts to sell flower bulbs. 50% of all sales go directly to each scout’s escrow account to help pay for their adventure trips. You won’t have to touch any product or sign ups papers.
Please just share the link!! Remind your scout they can earn their merit badge simultaneously.
Atlanta Area Council University of Scouting
Saturday, November 1st - Powder Springs, GA
Scouts and Adults interested in additional training - from Knot Tying to Conservation Projects - can register for the Atlanta Area Council’s University of Scouting on Saturday, November 1st.
https://www.scoutingatl.org/university
With many classes to choose from that range from the beginning leader/Cub Scout parent to the Scouts BSA leader/veteran Venture Crew advisor, or a youth in a leadership role, you are assured of finding the help you are looking for! University of Scouting is a one-day supplemental training that offers everything from Leader Specific training to more advanced sessions. This year will feature lots of new and exciting classes designed to help you, the unit leader, take your unit to the next level of program!
Campouts
October Campout
October 4-5: Cycling on the Silver Comet - register HERE- Registration closes September 23rd
November Campout
November 14-16: Thanksgiving Feast at Cloudland Canyon! Arrow of Lights from area Cub Scout Packs will also be joining - stay tuned for more information!
Merit Badge Minute
Atlanta Area Council
Registration for Woodruff's Conservation Weekend is now open. Held on the weekend of November 14th, Scouts will have the opportunity to work on multiple merit badges, including Environmental Science and Sustainability. Cost for the weekend is $95 per Scout and $60 per adult. Find out more here: https://www.campwoodruff.org/conservation
Cooking with Mr. Leff - if you’ve signed up for part 1 of the cooking Merit Badge with Mr. Leff - class will begin sharply at 9am (arrive early!) and end at 12pm. This class covers requirements 1-3. Scouts should come in their Class A uniform, having pre-read the documents supplied by Mr. Leff. Be sure to bring water bottle, mess kit, badge worksheet and pen.
Advancement
Rank Updates
Congratulations to the following Scouts that earned rank recently:
Andrew Booth - Eagle Rank on Sept. 14
Sam Henderson - Eagle Rank on Sept. 14
Alex King - Eagle Rank on Sept. 14
Nathan Pohl - Eagle Rank on Sept. 14
Carlson Schaffner - Eagle Rank on Sept. 14
Charlie Brewer - Eagle Rank on August 10
Alex Lin - Eagle Rank on August 10
Peter Soulimiotis - Eagle Rank on August 10
Hampton Cooper - Second Class on Sept 16
Soren Borja - Life Rank on Sept. 9
Ryland Hamner - Star Rank on Sept. 9
Colin Pan - Second Class and First Class on Sept. 2
Daniel Cheng - Tenderfoot Rank on Sept. 23
Jude Mickle - Tenderfoot Rank on Sept. 23
Daniel Bassett - Tenderfoot Rank on Sept. 23
Board of Review (BoR)
Scouts - Please review the following prior to signing up for a Board of Review:
- All requirements for your rank are signed off in your Scout Handbook.
- All requirements for your rank are marked complete in Scoutbook by an ASM.
- You have completed your Scoutmaster Conference for your rank prior to the date of your BoR request (both may not take place on the same date).
When you are ready, please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D44AEAD29A7FF2-troop
More
- Merit Badge Summit is a quality Merit Badge program that helps Scouts learn about different fields of knowledge. Follow this link to find out more information: https://www.atlantabsa.org/MeritBadgeSummit
See important changes recently made to the way Scoutmaster Conferences are handled. You can find the updated information on our SMC page here.
Questions? Please stop by the Advancement table at any meeting or email the Advancement Coordinators at advancement.st77@oakgrovescouting.org.
Financial Management Support Links
Escrow Accounts
- Escrow account balance report (please note "as-of" date as these balances change often)
- Request Invoice Payment using Scout Escrow Balance
Expense Reimbursement Requests
- Grubmaster/Cobbler reimbursement requests
- Transportation/Trailer reimbursement requests
- Other General Expense Reimbursement requests
Other Announcements
- See the latest version of the Annual Planning Calendar to find out what’s planned for Tuesday meetings and camping trips, as well as district and council offerings
- Check dates on your scouts' health forms (and yours if you go on camping trips) and renew them in a timely manner.
- Join our Remind group
- Scoutbook
- Other