Oct 12, 2026 Troop 123 Weekly Communication
Upcoming Troop Schedule
Oct 12 - Troop Meeting 7-8:30pm SOTH
Oct 19 - Troop Committee 7pm Troop Committee & PLC 7:30pm SOTH
Oct 26 - Troop Meeting 7-8:30pm SOTH
Oct 26 - Wreath Sales Ends @ midnight (details below)
Nov 2 - Troop Meeting 7-8:30pm SOTH
Nov 9 - Troop Meeting 7-8:30pm SOTH
Nov 14 - Troop Hiking Club - Night Hike (details below)
Nov 16 - Troop Committee 7pm Troop Committee & PLC 7:30pm SOTH
Annual Troop Wreath Sales
The Scout Wreath Sale Fundraiser is in full gear! With a little more normal fall weather returning this week, it’s a great time to walk your nerdy streets and share the opportunity of great holiday decor with your neighbors! Be sure to get out early before the other local groups ring their doorbell! Any questions? Email mattlovaas@gmail.com.
Please see this Google Doc for overall Wreath Sales details.
Website: https://estore.nelsonnursery.com/Store/Shop.aspx?fund=2026BSA123FUND
Nov 14 - Hike Club Night Hike
Mark your calendars for the Hike Club - Night Hike on Nov 14! Plans are underway for this unique adventure. Watch for updates here as details unfold. Watch here for details.
Donation to Voyager Bay Garage- Finishing touches
Help us put the finishing touches on the Voyager Bay Garage! We are so close to completion and just need to cover our electrical hookup, grass seed and soil, heavy-duty shelving, and an industrial fan. Your contribution, big or small, will help us complete this space for everyone to use.
Group Me Account
Join the adult GroupMe for real-time updates from Scoutmasters and parents, including camp arrival times and last-minute news! Troop Track messages are sometimes delayed.
https://groupme.com/join_group/114969435/vnpecrut
Voyager Bay Gear
Support your troop by wearing awesome Voyage Bay gear!
https://friends-of-troop-123.myspreadshop.com/all
Other Merit Badge Opportunities
Scout Master Bucky: Serving Scouts across all program areas thru in-person and online advancement and merit badge opportunities and training. Check out this page for many Merit Badge and other opportunities in the area! https://scoutmasterbucky.com/
Announcements from Northern Star Council
World Jamboree Registration is open now for the 26th World Scout Jamboree, set for July 30 to August 8, 2027, in the historic city of Gdańsk, Poland. This massive global party brings together tens of thousands of Scouts from more than 170 countries, all uniting for 10 days of fun. Check out the Aaron on Scouting article for more information or the official U.S. Contingent page for more information or to sign up for the adventure of a lifetime.
Troop Calendar of Events & Meetings
To search and view any Troop events, please use the 2026 Troop Track Calendar.
Housekeeping Notes
Scoutbook – Parents & scouts, please take a few minutes and ensure your progress is up to date in Scoutbook. If you are not familiar with Scoutbook, follow this link to setup an account and familiarize yourself with the tool. It is our go-to tool to track advancement and achievements! Scoutbook Guide
TroopTrack – Another valuable tool that is heavily used by our troop for announcements, registrations, calendars and more. Take a moment and add the bookmark to your phone and laptop\tablet.
Troop finances – Josh Morlock is our Troop Treasurer. All reimbursements or questions regarding troop finances can be sent to him via troop123treasurer@gmail.com. And note that any big purchases need to be pre-approved by Josh.
Donations - Please follow this link to reach the Friends of Troop 123 page for more information on donation opportunities.
Eagle Scout journey - For a previous presentation on the journey from Life Scout to Eagle Scout, click this link.
More dates for events up to a year out are available here: TroopTrack Calendar