Troop 22 Newsletter: Summer 2025 Edition

Summer is here, and with school wrapped up, it’s time to trade our backpacks for hiking boots and make the most of long, sun‑lit days. Whether your Scout is focusing on merit badges, pitching a tent under the stars, or just enjoying some downtime with friends, we’ve got a season full of outdoor fun and skill‑building ahead.

We recently celebrated Micah, Andrew, and Cade at their Eagle Court of Honor—huge congrats to our newest Eagles! We also welcomed several Scouts into the Order of the Arrow and watched others step into new leadership roles. It’s been inspiring to see these young leaders rise to the challenge.

NOTE: All Troop meetings will happen at Urban Park through July, weather permitting. Be sure to check your email the week of each troop meeting to track any changes.

Here’s a look at what’s coming up in June, July & early August:

June 8 - 14 – Brownsea (No Troop Meeting)

• Location: Gorham Scout Ranch, NM

• So far we have 1 scout attending; are there any others going to coordinate carpool?

June 11 - 13 – Cub Day Camp - Scout Volunteers Needed! (No Troop Meeting)

• Location: Los Alamos Sportsmans Club

• See details for event on Troop Calendar

June 15 - 21 – Camp Geronimo (No Troop Meeting)

• Location: Camp Geronimo, AZ

• Cheese Patrol Task: Demonstrate square knot, two half‑hitches, and taut‑line hitch—you’ll need these for Tenderfoot.

June 25 – PLC Meeting + Advancement & Cheese Patrol Hike

• Time & Place: 6:30 PM PLC meeting with Mr. Monteith; 7 PM Troop Meeting, Urban Park

• Troop Focus: Advancement work for all Scouts.

• Cheese Patrol: Short hike to cover “what to do if you get lost,” trail safety tips, and preventing first‑aid scenarios.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: 7/5 & 7/6 - Dog Show Support 

• Service hour opportunity. See email or Troop 22 calendar for all of the details.

July 9 – Scout Skills & Flag Ceremony Details

• Time & Place: 7 PM, Urban Park

• Activities:

  • Flintknapping demo (stone‑tool work)

  • Deep dive: flag ceremony details (for Cheese Patrol, Edward, and Xander)

  • Rank advancement reviews & partial merit‑badge check‑ins

  • Plus: Announcement of Jared’s Eagle Project (7/18 – 8/20); Scouts needing service hours can sign up.

July 12th – Tristan von Reyn Eagle Court of Honor

• Time & Place: 11AM - 1PM, Fuller Lodge

• Scouts are invited to attend & participate in the ceremony; details to be provided at upcoming Troop meetings

July 18th through 20th – Jared Trujillo Eagle Project in Santa Fe

• Service hour opportunity for scouts needed advancement!

• Please reach out to Jared's family for details

July 21 – PLC Meeting

• Time & Place: 6:30 PM with Mr. Wilson, Urban Park

• Purpose: Finalize upcoming plans, confirm patrol leadership roles, and prep for upcoming activities.

July 23 – Troop Meeting

• Time & Place: 7 PM, Urban Park

• Plan: TBD

TBD early August – Creede CO Hike + Campout (No Troop Meeting)

• Parents & Leaders needed for 2-deep leadership to make this trip happen for your scouts

• Please see Mr. Werner for details and to sign up to volunteer

August 8 – 10 – Bandelier Campout & Archaeology MB

• Location: Juniper Group Camp, Bandelier National Monument

• Details:

  • Complete Archaeology Merit Badge with a Scout‑planned curriculum

  • Explore local trails—hikes will be announced soon

COMING SOON:

Popcorn Planning

• Interested in participating to fund your scout's adventures? Simply add your scout's name with the word POPCORN in the comments below so we can gauge interest to inform our bulk order.

• August Storefront Sign‑Ups: Slots open in July. Keep an eye out to select your preferred shift and help make our fall fundraiser a success!

Whitewater Rafting Opportunities

• Possible rafting day trip in July: more details to come; add scout/parent/leader interest in comments to this blog with the word WHITEWATER.

Other important items to note:

• Photography Merit Badge: To complete your merit badge, please email your photos for requirements 4 - 7 to Mr. Trujillo (ernesttrujillo@mac.com and cc your parents).

• 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. It helps ensure transparency, protects both the Scout and the adult, and fosters a safe and open environment for everyone.

  Thank you for helping us uphold the highest standards of safety and respect in all our communications.

For more upcoming dates, events & training opportunities:

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

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

Questions?

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