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District Dinner and Awards Saturday March 30

2/22/2019

Hello fellow Scouters! Our Ethan Allen award banquet is just over a month away.
Saturday March 30th starting at 6:30 pm at the VFW in Rutland.

What a great opportunity to recognize your fellow Scouters for their hard word and accomplishments in our District.
Bring your significant other and enjoy an evening of fine food and friendship.

Do you know of someone that is deserving of Scoutmaster of the year, Cubmaster of the year, Sparkplug award, or the prestigious District Award of Merit? Time is running out to get your nominations in. The deadline is March 1st. Send all applications/Nominations to: Jim Rivers, Advancement Chair 160 Lower Hardscrabble Road Bristol, VT 05443 jlrivers@accessvt.com
Here is the link to the District Award of Merit: www.scoutingvermont.org/district-award-of-merit.html

Last year was a great time. I am hoping that we will have even a larger group in attendance.
Come on out for an evening of fun. Meet some old friends and make new ones.

RSVP to me if you plan to attend or if you have any questions.

The flyer is available here with more information.

I hope to see everyone there,
YIS,
Russ Baker
Ethan Allen District Committee Chair

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2019 Ethan Allen Klondike Derby / Winter Olympics

2/19/2019

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2019 Ethan Allen Klondike Derby / Winter Olympics
Feb 23rd Timber Ridge Ski Area
31 Glebe Mountain Road - Windham, VT

Each troop will need to bring the following supplies;

Klondike derby sled – for the Dogsled race competition.
A separate sled constructed of only cardboard, duct tape and rope that will fit 4 to 6 scouts (must be built before arriving) – will be used for the Bobsled competition.
A traditional plastic sled – for the downhill race and general fun.
1 pair of snowshoes (1pair/patrol, or more if you wish) – will be used for the biathlon competition.
Materials for building fires – will be used for the fire-starting competition.
Skis (Scouts that have reached the rank of first class will have an opportunity to ski if they bring their own equipment.
Groups are responsible for providing your own lunch (time for cooking/prep will be provided – see schedule).
Scout Spirit

Note: Any troop that has at least ½ of their members may and are encouraged to participate in group OA elections – Representatives from both Chapter 1 & 2 will be present.

Please register and prepay before the event. No payments will be accepted at the event. (Registration form is available at http://www.scoutingvermont.org/ethan-allen-district-activities.html

Schedule of Events
8:00-9:00: Arrival and Group check in. Please check in at the welcome tent. Unit numbers, # of participants, and payments must be confirmed at arrival.
9:00: Welcome & Opening ceremony. Explanation of events, locations, and requirements.
9:30-12:30: Open Event areas. Open skiing.
12:30-1:30: First 8 events close. Lunch stoppage. Troops prepare their own lunches.
1:30-2:00: OA elections. Groups planning on holding elections please notify at check in.
2:00 – 3:00: Dogsled Race
3:00: Closing ceremony and awards
3:30: Groups depart

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February Roundtable

2/10/2019

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Topic is is Summertime Pack award and summer camping opportunities

Tuesday, February 12 – 7:00 PM – American Legion – Middlebury
Tuesday, February 19 – 7:00 PM – Methodist Church - Shaftsbury

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Cub Winter Fun Day

2/7/2019

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Join us for our annual Cub Winter Fun Day on March 9th at Green Mountain College in Poultney. There will be training opportunities for leaders and lots of fun for the cubs. Cub activities include swimming in the pool, lego pinewood derby, and more! Eat lunch first or bring a bag lunch and spend an afternoon with other Scouts. If you have any questions about this event contact Sarah-Lynne Carrara at SarahLynneCarrara@gmail.com - and don't forget to register your Pack to come!

Registration and Flyer are available on the Ethan Allen Activities Page.

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Scouts BSA Recruitment Event for the area's FIRST all-female Troop

2/5/2019

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Klondike Derby - February 23

2/2/2019

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Are you First Class or above and an experienced skier or boarder? Did you know you can bring your own gear and ski Timber Ridge during the Klondike?

More Information Here

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District Dinner and Awards Saturday March 30

2019 Ethan Allen Klondike Derby / Winter Olympics

February Roundtable

Cub Winter Fun Day

Scouts BSA Recruitment Event for the area's FIRST all-female Troop

Klondike Derby - February 23

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