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Jockey Hollow – Morristown National Historical Park – April 19-21, 2013

 

Jockey Hollow is the location of our April trip.  Located in Morristown National Historical Park, Jockey Hollow is an easy 35 minute drive down Rt. 287.  Rich in history, Jockey Hollow was the location General Washington selected for his encampment in the cold winter of 1777.  Through skillful selection (or wonderful coincidence), this is Encampment Weekend at Jockey Hollow, and the hills and hollows will resound with the calls and explosions of authentic civil war life.  Be well rested, the Patriot’s Path Council offers a Trail Medal to those scouts who complete the 10 mile hike, answer a few questions while on the trail, and complete a 250-word essay.  This should be a terrific outing!

To register – Use the form at this link.

To pay – Use the form at this link

 

Logistics:

We will meet at OLPH’s lower parking lot at 5:30 PM on Friday, April 19.  We’ll cook dinner there, but it will be a bit late, so have a snack before arriving.

After a filling breakfast on Saturday morning, we’ll make sandwiches for the trail on Saturday, as we’ll not be back to the camp until late in the afternoon.  We will have dinner in camp on Saturday evening.

Sunday Morning, we will awaken, pack, and eat breakfast.  Sunday plans are not final; those who wish to earn the Trail Medal may stop at the George Washington museum in Morristown.  More on that later.  Worst case, we’ll arrive back in Oakland early Sunday afternoon.

 

Cost

$20 per camper – includes camp fees at Jockey Hollow plus meals

 

Gear

We will be tenting!

Layered clothing appropriate for the weather.  It is still early in the year, and evenings will be cold.

Prepare for rain – we will forge on regardless!

Tent

Sleeping bag

Mess kit – no paper goods will be provided!

Toiletries – latrines are all we’ll have in the camp site

Although a pack is helpful, for this trip, a duffel bag is sufficient.  We will have the Troop trailer with us

 

Cooking/Food

Cooking will split between group cooking and patrol cooking

More information will come from the Patrol Leaders

 

Siblings

Allowed on this trip only with parent participation.  However, we will be covering a lot of ground on Saturday – over 10 miles …

 

RSVP

RSVP and Payment Due by Wednesday, April 10, 2013

 

 

 

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Camp Glen Gray Merit Badge Fair – Mahwah NJ, May 17-19, 2013

 

The annual Glen Gray Merit Badge Fair provides a tremendous local opportunity for scouts to earn merit badges.  Well prepared scouts can come away with a couple of signed Blue Cards.  Other can get partials, and be well on the way to completion.  You will also capture another night of camping toward advancement.

To register, you must send the program organizers an email (read instructions below) AND also complete the Troop Registration form located at this link:  Troop Registration Form

Please find the Payment Page at this link:  Payment Page

Participation requires an overnight stay on Friday night.  Scouts wishing to pursue the Astronomy badge will require a late night on Saturday, which will require a parent to attend.  The following merit badges will be offered:

Badges offered

Class Capacity Time: (AM session 9-11:30, PM session 1-4)
Archery

Max 10

 Closed
Astronomy

Max 10

 All day and some of Saturday night
Automotive maintenance

Max 10

 In AM & PM sessions
Cooking

Max 10

 In AM & PM sessions
Electronics

Max 10

 In AM & PM sessions
Fire safety

Max 12

 In AM & PM sessions
Nuclear Science

Max 10

 Closed
Pets

Max 12

 In AM & PM sessions
Woodworking

Max 8

 In AM & PM sessions
Citizen in the Nation (E)

Max 10

 Closed
Communications (E)

Max 12

 Closed
Family Life (E)

Max 12

 AM only
First aid (E)

Max 12

 Closed

 Your counselor will be given your e-mail address, expect to hear from him/her by April 15th
Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.  Register right away …

Please email this information to campglengray@aol.com and carbon copy Mr. Leymeister at  leydell58@optonline.net.

 

Reservations will receive e-mail confirmation of class acceptance. Fill out one for each Scout.
Scout’s Name ___________________ of Troop 49,  Oakland, NJ
E-mail ______________________________________________Phone number ________________________________
Badges and session:

1.________________________

2.________________________

3.________________________

 

 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE April /01/2013

After April 1 we will reserve our campsite, any open spots after that will be first-come, first-served based on availability.

 

Cost

$ 12.00 to be paid to Camp Glen Gray Merit badge Fair in advance for the Scout attending.

A $5.00 fee for the scout will be paid to Troop 49 along with a $17 fee for attendance at the merit badge fair for an adult who is either staying over or just for the day.  The merit badge fair fee is separate this year.

 

Gear

The merit badge fair takes place rain or shine.  We will be tenting either on the ground or on platforms, depending on what is available.  Clothing should be appropriate for the weather.  We have a lovely campsite, but it is up on a ridge and requires a bit of a hike.  Bring only the equipment which you require.  A backpack is strongly encouraged.

 

Cooking/Food

Friday night: arrive having eaten dinner, or bring a brown bag dinner with you.  We will have a snack late in the evening.  Saturday, we will cook breakfast and lunch in camp.  If you need to cook one or meals for advancement, this is your opportunity to step up and make it happen!

 

Siblings

There are no siblings for this trip.

 

RSVP

Payment due to Mr. Peter Foley by April 1st

 

Departure:

 We will assemble at the OLPH lower parking lot and depart at 5:30 PM.  We will assemble after the Merit  Badge Fair 4:00 PM for transfer of information and what each scout has accomplished.

 

Flag Raising Ceremony:

For any scout that needs to participate in a flag raising ceremony, Troop 49 will be performing this Saturday morning.  Please let me know if your scout would like to participate.

 

 

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March 7, 2013 – Ski/Board/Snowtube at Campgaw, Mahwah, NJ

Skiing, Snowboarding and Tubing – Campgaw Mountain, Mahwah NJ

Come and have a ball with your fellow scouts at Campgaw Mountain from 5 PM to 8 PM next Thursday, March 7.   Ski/ride with buddies; swap stories about your epic run as you ride the lifts together.  Enjoy a fun evening of skiing/riding/tubing. If you’ve never skied, this is a low cost, low risk, way to get started.  It’s easy and it’s local – it doesn’t get much simpler.  If you’ve skied it all, this is a chance to kick back and make a night of fun memories with your fellow scouts.

Signup Form

Campgaw Pay Form

Campgaw Waiver/Rental Form

REGISTRATION DEADLINE 3/3/2013

 After 3/3, we will release our ticket block, and the event will be first-come, first-served based on general availability.

 Cost

$12 Tubing

$10 Skiing

$15 Rental (Optional)

$15 Lesson  (Optional) Lessons are offered at 5:00 PM.  Scouts only at this rate.

 Gear

Layered cold weather clothing, for an evening outside

 Cooking/Food

Food will not be provided.  If you plan to eat at the ski area, you should bring some additional spending money or a bag meal.

 Siblings

Siblings are welcome with parental attendance

 RSVP

RSVP and Sunday, March  3, 2013. Payment Due by Thursday, March 7 prior to participation.

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Ramapo Mountains Camping at Camp Glen Gray – March 2013

Ramapo Mountains Camping – Camp Glen Gray, NJ

March 1-3, 2013

Click here for Signup Form

 Click here for Payment form

  Hiking, cooking, and advancement activities – that’s the short summary for this weekend’s cabin camping outing.  The Patrol Leaders are planning a fun weekend of activities scouts enjoy most, and that provide opportunities for advancement.

 We will depart for Glen Gray on Friday night about 6:00 PM.  Plan to have eaten before we depart, or bring along a portable dinner to eat after arrival.  We’ll have a snack later in evening after we get settled.  On Saturday, we may have a hike or trail maintenance opportunity – plans are still in development – and there will be opportunity to earn Firem’n Chit and Tot’n Chip certificates, as well as many other requirements.  For more senior scouts, there will be plenty of opportunity to use the EDGE method to teach skills to new scouts.

 We’ll plan to wrap up on Sunday about 11:00.

The Ramapo Mountains are a beautiful backdrop for outdoor adventure, and located right in our neighborhood.  This trip will depend on the weather, and we will curtail the hiking portion of the trip if the ground is snow covered or icy. 

 Cost

$30 per camper – includes camp fees at Glen Gray plus food

 Gear

Layered cold weather clothing, prepared for snow or rain

Sleeping bag

Mess kit

Toiletries

Although a pack is helpful, for this trip, a duffel bag is sufficient.

 

Tent camping is available only with prior approval from the Scoutmaster

 

Cooking/Food

Cooking will split between group cooking and patrol cooking

More information will come from the Patrol Leaders

 

Siblings

No siblings allowed on this trip

 

RSVP

RSVP and Payment Due by Wednesday, February 27, 2013

 Click here for Signup Form

 Click here for Payment form

 

 

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Shawnee Mountain Ski Trip

Put on your winter gear and Think Snow! Troop 49 will be running an overnight ski trip to Shawnee
Mountain in the Poconos (about an 1 hr 15 min from Oakland). Whether you are a seasoned skier
snowboarder or have never skied before, this is a wonderful opportunity to have some great winter fun.
If hitting the slopes isn’t your cup of tea, spend a day snow tubing, relaxing on the sun deck or doing
some shopping at the nearby outlets. There is something for everyone.

Update: 1/13/13 – the trip is “sold out”. See you on the slopes!

Payment page click here

The trip will run from the afternoon Saturday, February 9th to Sunday evening. With one lift ticket, you will be able to ski from Saturday 3PM-10PM and on Sunday all day until 5PM. We will be spending the evening at The Shawnee Presbyterian Church Hostel which is just a few miles from the mountain. This is an open floor (i.e. Sleeping bags) accommodation that also provides us with two bathrooms and showers as well as full kitchen facilities and TV.

The following is the price:

  • Lift tickets for both days and Hostel accommodation, Saturday Dinner and Sunday Breakfast: $50 for Scouts, $70 for non-scouts (an awesome deal)
  • Ski or Snowboard Rentals are $25 for the trip
  • Ski Helmets $12 for the trip
  • Group ski or snowboard lesson is $22
  • Lunch Tickets are available at $8/person
  • Snow Tubing – Available in 2 or 4 hour sessions with prices ranging from $15-$40 depending on time of day

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breakdown:

Our plan is to offer the opportunity to complete the Snow Sports merit badge. More details will be provided in future.

Please note we are limited to 45 people in the Hostel so please sign-up early to guarantee you spot. Also, if the scout is a new skier/snowboarder and are unable to negotiate the trails and lifts on his own, a parent or guardian must attend the trip. Also if a sibling will be attending, a parent /guardian must attend as well.

You can contact Guy Dugas if you have any questions or concerns via email or phone at fetriman1@aol.com , 201-337-5709.

Follow this link to payment page (Payment due by January 15th) Payment

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Aviation Merit Badge / Morristown Airport Campout – Morristown NJ – December 14-15 2012

When:              Friday Dec. 14/15

Where:            Viacom/Paramount Pictures Aviation / 11 Airport Rd. Morristown, NJ, 07960

Directions:    LINK TO DIRECTIONS

Register:         LINK TO REGISTRATION

Payment:      LINK TO PAYMENT PAGE

How :              Meet at OLPH Friday Dec. 14 at 5pm and carpool down to the Corporate Hangar. Please see attached directions: Approximately 35 min. Drive.

Timeline:         Friday

  • Meet Mr. Fern at the Hangar (will need someone to coordinate at OLPH) Roll call at Hangar at 545pm, break into groups and carpool down to Airport operations at 6pm. View the various maintenance and fire equipment and take a tour of the Morristown tower if possible. (tower currently under construction)
  • Return back to Corporate Hangar around 730-8 pm and prep for dinner.
  • After Dinner/ clean up. View the Corporate aircraft and answer any questions to finish Merit badge.
  • Foam glider distance competition (if time permits)
  • Anything else we would like to do.

Saturday

  • Breakfast/clean up
  • Discuss anything we missed on Friday carpool back to Oakland between 10-12am.

Mr. Fern will be speaking about the exciting field of Aviation and all the sciences that encompass it, giving scouts an opportunity to earn the Aviation Merit Badge.  In our troop meeting on Thursday, December 6th we will review the Merit Badge workbook.  Please bring this worksheet with you to the hangar. This is a private facility which is completely secure. The property has a field for which those that would like to camp outside in tents for advancement requirements can do so weather permitting OR you may sleep inside on the warm hangar floor. We will have the troop trailer on site for cooking equipment.  This is a great opportunity for those looking to achieve the cooking requirement for advancement.  It will be Dinner on Friday and breakfast on Saturday. Please RSVP by Dec. 5 so that we have an accurate headcount for breaking down into patrols and giving those that will be cooking a week to prepare.  Please keep in mind that this is a place of business, so scout, please act responsibly. No running as there is numerous pointy objects on these aircraft. Mr. Fern will give a safety briefing prior to entering the hangar.

Costs per person:  See Payment Page for total costs.  No Cost if just visiting the airport on Friday. 10$ if staying overnight for Dinner/Breakfast

SIBLINGS:  No siblings

 

Uniform:

Class A required for Friday.

Please have a snack prior to coming down on Friday as we may be eating dinner around 8pm.

 

What to Bring:

 

  • Camping gear –  For those that are planning to camp outside for requirements, please bring: Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, mess kit.  Otherwise, you may sleep in the warm hangar with the aircraft.
  • NOTE: Read “Cold Weather Comfort” on the Pathfinders website for those preparing to sleep outside.
  • https://www.thepathfinders.org/information/documents/coldweather.html

 

More Information. 

 

Please begin to look over Merit Badge Prerequisites 1A-E, 2F and 5.   http://meritbadge.org/wiki/index.php/Aviation

We will accomplish items 2B and 4A at the hangar as well.   Please bring your Aviation merit badge work book that you started on Dec. 6. Meeting to the hangar so that you can work on it Friday night.

We will be handing out Foam plates and instructions on Thursday Dec. 6th for item 3B “Build a model FPG-9”  FPG=Foam Plate Glider. Go to http://www.modelaircraft.org/education/fpg-9.aspx for instructions if you would like to have fun prior to the meeting. We will be having a flying competition at the hangar on Friday after touring the Airport.

Looking forward to seeing everyone, If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Dan.fern@viacom.com or 201-832-2967 cell

YIS  ASM  Mr. Fern

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US Naval Academy Jamboree – Annapolis, MD – Jan 18-20, 2013

2013 Annapolis USNA – NESA Jamboree – January 18-21, 2012

LINK TO REGISTRATION

LINK TO PAYMENT PAGE

Each January, the 400+ Eagle Scouts who attend the United States Naval Academy (USNA) host an invitational jamboree.  Troop 49 has been invited to attend the 2013 program.  This is a rare opportunity for scouts aged 14 & up to visit the campus of the United States Naval Academy and spend a day with the Midshipmen who are the future officers of the Navy.  The program includes the offering of merit badges in the “STEM” category (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics).  In addition to the merit badges, scouts will get the opportunity to participate in training sessions, view displays, and tour the USNA.

We will be departing Oakland just after schools get out on Friday, January 18th and travel nearly five hours to Letts YMCA camp near to the USNA, where we will camp (cabin).  We will depart no later than noon Sunday, and likely earlier.

Meals:

  • Friday Dinner – on the road (highway rest area)
  • Saturday Breakfast – in camp (light cooking – hot water only)
  • Saturday Lunch – King Hall, the USNA Mess Hall.  (Unique experience: see here for more info)
  • Saturday Dinner TBD (local restaurant or prepare our own dinner in camp)
  • Sunday Breakfast – in camp (light cooking – hot water only)
  • Sunday Lunch – on the road (highway rest area)

Cost:

  • $60 – Payable to Troop 49 for your attendance and includes Jamboree Fee, 2 night cabin, Saturday lunch.
  • $40 – Cash needed for meals

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October 2012 – Kittatinny Backpacking

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October 19-21, 2012

*Please sign up by October 11, 2012*

Click here for sign up form

Backpacking on Appalachian Trail along Kittatinny Ridge

This will be a backpacking trip along the beautiful Kittatinny Mtn. Ridge. The majority of the trip will be on lightly rolling terrain which makes it a good trip for scouts of all experience levels (including beginners).  The approximate length of the trip will be 15 miles and will end at the Delaware Water Gap. The route also offers a couple of bailout points for beginners if they are unable to complete the trip. This trip should offer beautiful autumn views as the majority of the route is at an elevation of 1500 ft.  We will enter the Appalacian Trail at the intersection of Millbrook Rd in Blairstown, NJ and end approximately 15 miles South at the Delaware Water Gap.

Trip Plan

Friday

4:00 PM  Depart promptly from OLPH. The drive to the trailhead is off of Millbrook Rd in Blairstown, NJ and is approx. a 1 hr 15 min. drive from Oakland.

5:30 PM Begin Hike approx. 2-3 miles to campsite.

Saturday

10:00 AM

Depart Campsite and hike approx. 7 miles to 2nd campsite.

Sunday

8:00 AM

Depart campsite and hike approx.. 5 miles to Delaware Water Gap and meet carpool prior to Noon.

Cost

The good news is that the trip at this point should be free as we won’t be using any group campsites.

Cooking/Food

Each scout will be responsible to bring  their own food, water and supplies. We will discuss this at a future planning meeting.

Gear

Frame backpack – The troop has two new Kelty backpacks that are available for scouts use on first come, first served basis.  Contact Mr. Dugas to reserve them.

Lightweight gear is required, as outlined in the gear presentation for the December Trip.

Siblings

No siblings allowed on this trip

Transportation:

We will need volunteers on Friday and Sunday to provide transportation to and from the trailheads in Blairstown and Delaware Water Gap

RSVP

RSVP on Troop website by October 11, 2012

Guy Dugas SIC

201-337-5709

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September 2012 – Pine Barrens / Mullica River

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Our first trip of the season will have us enjoying a canoe trip adventure down the Mullica river in the New Jersey Pine Barrens.  We will depart from Oakland on Friday evening September 14 about 5:30 PM (time is tentative) and return home late Sunday afternoon, September 16. (Monday the 17 is a school holiday).

Registration for the trip will close Tuesday evening, September 4 so that we have time to complete patrol assignments and plan the trip.

Cost of the trip is $40.00, and includes canoe, paddle, and PFD, 3 meals Saturday and breakfast and lunch Sunday.  Scouts will be paired 2 per canoe.  All participants on this trip are required to pass (or have passed) the BSA swim test and have BSA medical forms on file with the troop.  Depending on registration, we may need to give scouts priority and limit parent participation.  I will keep everyone posted on the status as we get close to closing.

Unique gear needs will be minimal, and will be published soon.  A backpacking sleeping bag with stuff sack will be very helpful, which most scouts already own, as would a dry bag for it.  A garbage back can suffice, but a dry bag would be far better.  Dry bags are available at Wal-Mart for less than $20, and will last for many trips.  The super-duty (super-expensive) type is not required, and is actually awkward due to the stiffness of the material they are made from.  You simply require something sealable to manage the water which inevitably makes its way in to the canoe.

Call me with questions at (201) 410-7903

Mr. Burns

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August 2012 – Floodwood Mountain Reservation

 

Floodwood 2012 was a great experience. The Pathfinders sent three crews throughout the Long Lake and Saranac Lakes region. What did you like best about the experience?

Trip Reports go here…

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