Troop 22 Newsletter: January 2026 Edition

Dana Denning
Dec 21, 2025
2 min read

As we head into 2026, it’s a good moment to look back on 2025 and everything the troop worked through and accomplished along the way. It was a steady year of showing up, learning new skills, getting outdoors, and growing as scouts and leaders.

Looking ahead, we’ll continue building on that foundation in 2026 with opportunities for advancement, hands-on experiences, and leadership growth across the troop.

Thanks to the families and leaders who make it possible for the scouts to participate and keep the program moving!

NOTE: Be sure to check the Troop calendar here & your email the week of each troop meeting to track any changes.

Check out the 10 Miler photos here.

TOP THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THIS MONTH:

No troop meeting Wed 12/24 or Wed 12/31

Wed 1/7 - Troop meeting: Citizenship in the Community merit badge wrap up

Wed 1/14 - Troop meeting: Patrol meeting + final dog sledding details

Sat 1/17 - Sun 1/18 - Dog sledding + Klondike: Most of the troop will head to CO for some dog sledding fun. Those not going dog sledding and interested in attending Klondike with Troop 2 in Cloudcroft that weekend, please reach out to Mr. Deming for details.

Wed 1/21 - Troop Meeting: PLC + Rank advancement

Sat 1/24 - T22 support P22 Pinewood Derby Races: See troop calendar for details

Wed 1/28 - Troop meeting: Rank advancement + Cooking merit badge home cooking requirement sign off

UPCOMING TROOP MEETINGS & OTHER EVENTS: See Troop Calendar

NOTES:

We Need Your Support!
To keep our campouts and events running smoothly, we rely on all of our families to pitch in. When just a few carry the weight, it’s tough to keep the momentum going. Please take a moment to reach out to a troop leader so we can plan ahead and keep offering these awesome experiences for our Scouts.

Reminder: Always CC Another Adult in Scout Communications
As a reminder, whenever a Scout and a leader communicate via email, it is essential to always CC another registered adult or a parent/guardian. This practice is a core part of Scouting’s Youth Protection guidelines.
Report YPT Violations: call or text 1-844-SCOUTS1

BSA Medical forms are found here - youth & adult participants need forms A & B for overnights less than 72 hours + part C (signed by doctor) if more than 72 hours.

Troop 22: https://www.troop-22.com/

High Desert Council: https://www.scoutingamericahighdesertcouncil.org/

Questions?

Simply add to the comments section or reach out to an adult leader!