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Troop 401 Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Congratulations to Troop 401 which recently had its 50th anniversary.  Troop 401 meets at E.D. Williams School in Shoreview.  To celebrate the anniversary a reception was held at Island Lake Park.  Over one hundred 8x10 pictures were displayed of recent high adventures. There were also more complete photo albums of those trips, a display of eagle statues, a roster of every boy who was ever a Scout in the Troop, a roster of the Eagle Scouts plus refreshments.  Special patches for the event were handed out and the current members are now allowed to wear a 50 year strip on their uniform.  Over 100 people attended including Bob Roller the first Scoutmaster from 1956. The Troop has had 14 Scoutmasters, twelve that are believed to still be alive. Six of these 12 were there as well as many of the Eagle Scouts. Many old photos and slides were also collected. It was a great chance to fill in the history of the Troop and to reminisce.  Word of the anniversary actually spread as far as Indiana, Florida, Colorado and California to Eagle Scouts who now live there. Some pictures of the anniversary celebration are shown below.

The T401 50th Anniversary patch. The tables with High Adventure photo albums and 50 year rosters. Pictures of High Adventures on the pillars. Attendees looking at pictures and conversing. Eagle Scouts reminiscing. Former and current Scoutmasters, leaders and District leaders. Scouts and parents catching up with each other. Eagle Scouts and leaders conversing.

Pack 28 Attends Camp Akela

This summer Pack 28 attended Camp Akela at Phillippo Scout Reservation on beautiful Lake Byllesby and the Cannon River.  As the photos shows, a fun time was had by all.

Pack 28 at the Camp Akela archery range Pack 28 rowing on Lake Byllesby at Camp Akela Pack 28 at Camp Akela Pack 28 Dads at Camp Akela  

 

Pack 150 Keeps Roseville Beautiful

On Saturday, April 17th, Pack 150 participated in the "Keep Roseville Beautiful" clean-up event.  The Pack was assigned to clean the soccer fields and surrounding woods at the Langton Lake Park in Roseville.  The Pack had 14 Scouts, 14 adults and 3 siblings who worked at the clean up.  On Monday, April 26th, Roseville Mayor Craig Klausing, City Manager Neal Beets and the Roseville City Council presented the Pack with a City Council Proclamation honoring the Pack for its efforts.

Pack 150 at Langton Lake Park soccer fields Pack 150 cleaning up by Langton Lake Pack 150 taking a break from the clean up Pack 150 taking a break from the clean up Some of the debris cleaned up by Pack 150 Some of the debris cleaned up by Pack 150 Pack 150 with some of the debris they removed from Langton Lake Park

 

Pack 233 Has 50th Anniversary

Congratulations to Pack 233 which recently had its 50th anniversary.  The Pack meets at Brimhall School in Roseville. Some pictures of the Pack meeting to celebrate the anniversary are shown below.

The P233 50th Anniversary cake. The P233 50th Anniversary meeting. The P233 50th Anniversary meeting. The flag ceremony at the P233 50th Anniversary meeting. The flag ceremony at the P233 50th Anniversary meeting.

 

Pack 297 Flag Ceremony for the Timberwolves

Pack 297 had tn exciting opportunity and honor to do a flag ceremony prior to the start of a Minnesota Timberwolves basketball game at the Target Center on April 4th.  A photo of this event is shown below.

P297 Flag Ceremony for the Timberwolves.  

 

T462 Isle Royale High Adventure

This summer Troop 462 took a High Adventure trip to Isle Royale, Michigan.  The adventure was from June 17th - 24th, 2002 in one of America's last true wilderness areas.  Some of the Troop photos are shown below.

The T462 Crew at Mt. Siskiwit. A Siskiwit sunset. T462 on the bw of the boat. T462 cooking at Hatchet. Windingo Camp fox #4.

 

T401 & C401 Philmont & Grand Canyon High Adventure

This summer Troop 401 and brother Crew 401 took a High Adventure trip to Philmont Scout Ranch, New Mexico.  Three Crews went to Philmont and a fourth Crew went to the Grand Canyon.  The adventure was from August 4th - 18th.  Troop photos are shown below.

All of T401 & C401 getting ready to leave on our coach. A T401 & C401 Philmont Expedition photo. All 3 T401 / C401 Philmont Crews shot black powder rifles at Miranda.

T401 Crew J1

Crew 805-J1 hiked a fire modified Trek 3.  We hiked 76 miles.  Photos below.

Philmont Crew 805-J1. Crew J1 on the trail between Santa Claus and Head of Dean. Crew J1 hauling a huge log at Head of Dean. Crew J1 on top of Mt. Baldy. Crew J1 panning for gold at French Henry.

T401 Crew J2

Crew 805-J2 hiked a fire modified Trek 3.  We hiked 73 miles.  Photos below.

Philmont Crew 805-J2. Crew J2 on a trail break in Hidden Valley. Crew J2 hiking in low clouds by Harlan. Crew J2 hiking up the meadow from Maxwell to Miranda. Crew J2 on top of Mt. Baldy.

T401 Crew J3

Crew 805-J3 hiked a fire modified Trek 8.  We hiked 60 miles.  Photos below.

Philmont Crew 805-J3. Crew J3 on a pack break near Visto Grande. Crew J3 wading in the Cimarron River. Crew J3 on the trail to the top of Baldy.. Crew J3 on top of Mt. Baldy.

T401 Crew GC

Crew 805-GC traveled to Mesa Verde, Hovenweep, 4 Corners, Lake Powell, Rainbow Bridge, Bryce Canyon, Zion Canyon, the Grand Canyon, Oak Creek Canyon and Philmont.  Photos below.

The GC Crew swimming in Lake Powell, Arizona. The GC Crew at Rainbow Bridge, Utah. The GC Crew hiking in Bryce Canyon, Utah. The GC Crew riding mules in the Grand Canyon, Arizona. The GC Crew taking a break on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

 

A Family of Eagles

The Gugisberg family of Northwest District welcomed the sixth Eagle Scout into the family this year.  Shown left to right are Eagles Nick and Mark Gugisberg, proud mother Inez Gugisberg, Eagle Grant Gugisberg, new Eagle Eric Wall of Troop 462 (son of Jill Gugisberg Wall) and Eagle Kim Gugisberg.  Not shown is Eagle Kyle Gugisberg.  Congratulations to the Gugisberg Eagles!

The Gugisberg Family of Eagles  

 

 

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Folding the American Flag

 

Several requests have been received for this story that was presented at a recent Roundtable about why the American Flag is folded as it is.  This text has been added here in answer to those queries.

WHY THE AMERICAN FLAG IS FOLDED 13 TIMES      

Have you ever noticed on TV or at military funerals that the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the American flag 13 times?  I've known how the 21 gun salute was determined (adding the individual digits of 1776), but only recently learned why the flag was folded 13 times when it is lowered or when it is folded and handed to the widow at the burial of a veteran.

Here it is: The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life. The second fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.

The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world.

The fourth fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance.

The fifth fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, "Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong."

The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.

The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic.

The eighth fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother's Day.

The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood; for it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.

The tenth fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.

The eleventh fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, and glorifies in their eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

The twelfth fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes, God the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit.

When the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding us of our nation's motto, "In God We Trust."

After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the sailors and marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for us the rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today.

There are some traditions and ways of doing things which have deep meaning.  You will see many flags folded in the coming weeks, and now you will know why.

Chaplain of the USS ENTERPRISE      

 

 

 

 

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