So, in a fantastic bit of timing, Sander and Tyler weren't part of the first group to shoot arrows. They had to go do the construction part of the merit badge. Sander started by making the bow string, Tyler making the arrow. They both swapped after a little bit, and were the first done with both. They then went and shot on the range- Sander with a compound and Tyler with a recursive. Both said they were using what they preferred, and when they tried out the other style of bow, they weren't as accurate.
Well, they both nailed the accuracy tests pretty easily. Sander got a 193 (needing 170), Tyler a 178 (needing a 150). We got the badge all done by 11- which gave us time to run Tyler back home, pick up Sarah, and get Sander back to a swim/dive meet! (Not related, but he got a 1st in his division in diving, a close 1st/2nd in 50m back, and a solid 3rd in 100m free).
While at the event, I had the chance to preach the gospel of Scoutmaster Bucky. In exchange, I found out about an event down in Rochester with the Gamehaven council. Now, Rochester is about an 80 minute drive, so if Sander had said he didn't want to, I would have dropped it. But he's looking (apparently) at earning the Hornaday badge, and so picked Energy and Fish/Wildlife Mgmt to do! So, two more badges on the calendar!
Oh, and Friday he picked his next Scoutmaster Bucky badges: Oceanography and Landscape Architecture.
This weekend- basketball tourney
Next- Scoutmaster Bucky
Then- nothing
Then- Gamehaven Council
Then- Swimming prelims
Phew...
Monday, February 22, 2010
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Pathfinding- done! (sort of)
In what Kyle and Sander agreed was the easiest merit badge this side of Fingerprinting, they, along with Tristen, did the first of the Historical merit badges in an afternoon session today. I think it took MAYBE two hours, and really not even that long. Most of the work for the boys had been done in preparation, and there was a lot of discussion, not so much on the merit badge requirements itself, but on how things have changed in the 50-100 years since the badge was active. "Tourist camp".. "county farm agent" it was cool both to hear unfamiliar terms, but also for Scoutmaster Bucky to talk about them, and how Scouting and everyday life has changed during the century of Scouting. Since these are Historical merit badges, I appreciated the focus being not just on the simple requirements, but also on the history itself. Bucky's a cool cat, to be sure.
Speaking of which, it's his hard work and constant connection to folks at the local council and national that has pushed this through. Word is that the historical merit badge program is on hold, but it was Bucky himself who called up national and confirmed, the program IS on- the requirements ARE correct, and the only delay is to get the computer systems set up to handle these new/old badges. 2-8 weeks, it's said. So, the boys have their cards, but won't hand them in until the word comes down from National.
22... and tomorrow he should meet with Carrie to a) finish up Family Life, and b) maybe start up Pets. We can hope!
Speaking of which, it's his hard work and constant connection to folks at the local council and national that has pushed this through. Word is that the historical merit badge program is on hold, but it was Bucky himself who called up national and confirmed, the program IS on- the requirements ARE correct, and the only delay is to get the computer systems set up to handle these new/old badges. 2-8 weeks, it's said. So, the boys have their cards, but won't hand them in until the word comes down from National.
22... and tomorrow he should meet with Carrie to a) finish up Family Life, and b) maybe start up Pets. We can hope!
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Emergency Preparedness?
So, Betsy, the ever-wise, ever-charming, ever-lovely fellow Scouter/co-worker came by and mentioned that she was going to be working two boys from her troop through the Emergency Preparedness (Eagle-required) badge, and oh... would Sander be interested in joining?? Well gosh, I'll have to check with him...
DUH! Of course he would!
And Kyle is invited as well. And he's game.
And today, I've got an invitation to maybe invite one or two more, perhaps.
No definitive schedule yet, but I'm putting this down as "upcoming" at least.
Meanwhile, Tina passed on word about Scoutmaster Bucky to her troop, and I'm glad to see that they are eagerly jumping on board! 5 are signed up for Fire Safety, more, in fact, than they have drivers for. I briefly thought about offering to drive, but Sander's going to be busy with basketball, and I'll have enough going on on Sunday.
Touched up plans with Tina and Tristen (why did she spell it with an "E"??) about Sunday. That was when she mentioned Doug Larson- another kid who might want a ride?? Ummm... my car is full, but we'll see, I guess...
Also, SM Bucky reports that National is still working on how they will process the historical merit badges. He's confirmed that they ARE still a go, but that it may take a few months before the badges are available and the paper work can be processed. Cool!
DUH! Of course he would!
And Kyle is invited as well. And he's game.
And today, I've got an invitation to maybe invite one or two more, perhaps.
No definitive schedule yet, but I'm putting this down as "upcoming" at least.
Meanwhile, Tina passed on word about Scoutmaster Bucky to her troop, and I'm glad to see that they are eagerly jumping on board! 5 are signed up for Fire Safety, more, in fact, than they have drivers for. I briefly thought about offering to drive, but Sander's going to be busy with basketball, and I'll have enough going on on Sunday.
Touched up plans with Tina and Tristen (why did she spell it with an "E"??) about Sunday. That was when she mentioned Doug Larson- another kid who might want a ride?? Ummm... my car is full, but we'll see, I guess...
Also, SM Bucky reports that National is still working on how they will process the historical merit badges. He's confirmed that they ARE still a go, but that it may take a few months before the badges are available and the paper work can be processed. Cool!
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