News

After a brief absence, the Troop calendar has now been updated through the first week of 2018. Details about troop meeting programs will be determined at Monday’s PLC meeting. Photos of the past few months events will be available soon.

A reminder that Troop 170 will be presenting the flags and assisting with the 14th Annual Congressman Hal Rogers Leadership Award Dinner on Thursday, September 21. Scouts should plan to be at The Center for Rural Development about 5:45 pm in full dress uniform, including neckerchief and dress shoes.

Former State Representative Danny Ford will be honored for his service to the region through his lifetime commitment to the principles of the Scout Oath and Law. This event is a Friends of Scouting fundraiser for the Lake Cumberland District.

Just a reminder that an Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Trystan B. will be held this Sunday, September 10, at East Somerset Baptist Church. Scouts and adult leaders should attend in complete Class A uniform. The program begins with lunch served at 1:30 pm and will conclude about 3:30 pm. If you are able arrive early (12:30 pm) to help prepare for the ceremony your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

There will be no troop and committee meeting tonight.

We will hold a cook-out for all Troop members and their families on Monday, August 28, prior to our quarterly Court of Honor.

There are lots of rank advancements and merit badges to present, as well as a discussion about this year’s popcorn fundraiser and upcoming activities.

A list of what each Patrol member needs to bring is listed below, or you can click here to download a flyer.

Note: Cook-out begins at 6:30 pm!

The Troop will furnish hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, cups, plates, plastic ware, paper towels, ice and condiments. Patrols will bring:

• Eagle Patrol – Chips
• Frontiersman Patrol – Macaroni, pasta or other salad
• Cobra Patrol – Desserts
• Bobcat Patrol – Vegetable dish (hot or cold)
• Wolf Patrol – Chips
• Adult Leaders – Drinks (iced tea, lemonade, etc.)

Please arrive no later than 6:15 pm for set-up and wear complete Class A uniform.

All Scouts are invited to participate in a Memorial Day flag ceremony to be held at 9 am Monday, May 29, at Zolliecoffer Park’s Confederate Cemetery (located on Highway 235 in Nancy). Afterward, Scouts are invited to observe a ceremony that begins at 11 am at the Mill Springs National Cemetery (located on KY 80). Class A uniform is required. All Scouts participating in the Confederate Cemetery program will be provided a meal at noon at the Mill Springs Battle Field Association Visitor’s Center.

Note: This is not a Troop 170-sponsored event, so transportation to and from the ceremony will be on your own. However, service project hours will be provided with documentation. Questions about the ceremony should be directed to Bruce Burkett, bgburkett@yahoo.com, or 606-305-4121.

Troop 170 celebrates its two newest Eagle Scouts – Colton M. and Trystan B. They successfully passed their Board of Review on Thursday, May 18, to become the 52nd and 53rd Eagles from our troop. Pictured with them are members of their review board – John Joplin, Jesse Fries and John Wilson. To view a complete list of Eagles click here.