Scouts Sleep in Snow at Snoqualmie!

On February 14, 2009, the Troop traveled to the Snoqualmie Pass area for a three day snow camping expedition. 25 scouts, adults, and family members spent the long weekend preparing snow shelters and having fun in the winter conditions. The scouts paired up in teams to dig their own snow caves- their home for two nights. The minimal snow pack this year challenged everyone's engineering and construction skills - Traditional snow caves became hybrid cave/igloos when the scouts hit ground and had to "build out". The adults spent most of Saturday constructing a palatial, multi-roomed igloo and a cooking area that would make the Iron Chef envious.

On Day Two, some of our newer scouts arrived and got right into making their shelters and setting up tents. We had several day visitors on Sunday, including the 4-legged kind, who got in on the construction activities and also managed to take a few runs down the hill in the cargo sleds.

The last day's highlight, according to the scouts, was the demolition of their shelters (and the adults' igloo) by jumping on the now -frozen roofs.

Overall, we had a great time made possible by good weather, good friends, and great efforts by all of the scouts, adults, and family members (Emily) involved.

Posted by: Brian Delbrueck

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Scouts Ice-scape to Sheppard

On January 30th - February 1st, our troop attended winter camp at Camp Sheppard near Crystal Mountain. Camp Sheppard is a good place to earn some of the early optional merit badges starting on the journey to Eagle scout. Merit badges earned included Leatherwork, Woodcarving, Basketry, and Art. Harrison K. finished building his baskets for the basketry merit badge in record time. We tested our skill and patience making lanyards including the adults and we stood a little taller when we finished our own.

The theme for the weekend was ICE. There was snow on the ground but it had rained on Friday night before we arrived and camp was slippery. Logan S. tested his bravery on the tubing run and conquered that hill. Thanks to Laura Adams-Guy for bringing up the brownies, graham crackers and frosting for Saturday night. All in all, it was a weekend for earning a few merit badges and and having some fun.

Scouts who attended were: Conor A., Ricky A., Peter D., Willy D., Jacob D., Chris F., Richard G., Elliott H., John H., Harrison K., Evan M., Max O., and Logan S.

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Posted by: Jim Black, Scoutmaster

Dessert Party!

At our January 27th meeting, the boys held a Patrol dessert competition. The patrol leaders did an excellent job planning weeks prior and executed very well, producing visually appealing AND tasty desserts! 10 Webelos representing four area Packs (433, 629, 633, and 673), joined us for the evening's events and got to judge the winning patrol (Goldfish!).

For the second half of the meeting, the boys did a couple of team challenges involving making a path using pieces of 2x4s. It was interesting to see how each team attempted to solve the challenge of getting all their members across the room using the two pieces they were allotted.



We ended the meeting with snack time to devour the desserts and chili that was prepared by the SPL and his ASPLs.





All in all, a fun and filling evening!


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Scouts Ski Snoqualmie!

On January 17, 2009, 13 scouts and 4 adults headed to the Summit at Snoqualmie - Central for a day of skiing. Scouts in attendance were Riley H. (Completed Merit Badge), Ricky A. (Completed Merit Badge), Daniel Y. (Completed Merit Badge), Jacob T.(Completed Merit Badge), William H., Harrison K., Lee G., Connor A., Bryan S., Peter D., Ashwin M., and Jeffery P.

Although the temperature was comfortable and not too windy, the mountain was covered with heavy fog all day. But that didn't stop the boys (and adults) from having a great skiing experience!

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Tree Sales 2008 Completed!

We would like to thank the community for your continued support of our Troop!
As of 3 pm today, we sold our last tree thereby closing our Tree Sales fund raising event for 2008.

A big thanks also to all the parents and Scouts who gave their time to ensure a successful 2+ week effort!!

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Don't be shocked! Scouts learn electrical wiring.

On our December 9, 2008 meeting, the scouts learned about home electrical wiring and built their own electrical circuits, using real Romex wire, blue boxes, wall outlets, switches, all built into 2x4 frames.

Four Webelos 2s from Pack 629 also joined us in this educational activity.


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CHRISTMAS TREES NOW FOR SALE! - Wreaths too!

Pick up a great Christmas tree and support our Troop. Come early for the best selection!

Nov. 28-30, 2008
9:00am - 8:00pm

Dec 1-14, 2008
M-F 5:00 - 8:00pm
Sa-Su 9:00am - 8:00pm

Newport Hills Swim & Tennis Club
5464 119th Avenue SE
Bellevue, WA 98006

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