12/02/02 Troop 206 Parent’s Committee Meeting Minutes

Presiding: John N, CC

Recording Secretary: Paul R.

     The first topic of discussion was the annual budget.  The budget/expenses were presented and put into what was called a distilled form for the various items on a net basis.  It was mentioned that Summer Camp generally has break even results and the net to the troop is 0. 

    Adults and Scouts alike will also make contributions for the Death Valley trip and that will bring costs down to approximately $75 to $78 for adults and approximately $55 to $59 for Scouts.  However, in terms of payment, checks for scouts in the amount of $45 and in the amount of $60 for adults should be made out to Troop 206  (Memo Death Valley and sent to Eric V..  The remaining amount should be in the cash you bring with you.   The total costs for the troop going to Death Valley will be reduced from $1,100.00 to $75.00. 

      It was also mentioned that the Pacific Skyline Council is under a lot of pressure to maintain its camps and the cost is at approximately $150.00 per scout.  The council is also on a campaign to raise money for the camps and contributions from the troops via checks were suggested at a minimum of $150.00.  We will set ourselves a goal for this.  The Death Valley Trip is scheduled for December 26, 2002 through December 31, 2002.  Transportation will be via car pooling.   The deadline for payment for the trip is still to be determined but may be set for December 16, 2002.

    The next subject of discussion were the Christmas Wreaths.  The Janice and Vern Ss will be picking them up on Friday, 12-06-2002 and will be made available on that evening, as well as on Saturday December 7th and Sunday December 8th.  The Patrol Leaders may be picking them up and distributing them among the scouts.  They are priced at $20.00 each, are 12" in diameter and each scouts must sell atleast 5.  The checks are to be made out to Troop 206 and brought or given to Tom S..  The money should also either be turned into the Selby's or by the next Troop Meeting.   Since they are being sold for $20.00 and cost $11.00 each, it will results in a profit of $9.00 each.  A family who does not meet the obligatory selling of 5 Wreath may be billed for the difference.

It was also mentioned that how Trinity Church may be expecting us to have wreaths on both December 8th and December 15th.  If extra wreaths are sold, it was also mentioned how the money should be utilized as an incenitive toward Camp Credits or as extra money towards various Scout outings. 

    After talking about the Budget and Christmas Wreaths, we moved forward to the Backpacking trip of Skyline-to-the-Sea.  There were 10 Scouts and 7 Adults who participated in the event.  Between Saturday and Sunday, the group hiked approximately 14 miles.  We were provided with very good weather and rare and privileged opportunity to see some very large and interesting waterfalls.  We are also provided with good refreshments by Ria R. and Hannah A. at the end of the trip. 

    On December 13th, several of the Scouts and some of the adults, will be going on the Aircraft Carrier Hornet for an overnight adventure.  The cost is $35.00 per scout and $50 per adult.  We will be meeting at Encinal School at 4PM at returning on Saturday in between 10AM and 11AM.  There will be an option to stay during the day on Saturday for more things to do.  Dinner, a late night snack and breakfast will all be provided.  Sign Up and Payment will go to Pam F.  and for additional information you may contact Doug J..  You will want to bring overnight items, a sleeping bag and a change of clothes.  Dress warm and bring some change as there should be vending machines available if you're interested.  The deposit has already been paid.

    The last meeting for the year will be held on December 16th and it will be for more fun.  Instead of going Ice Skating, the troop will be meeting and the Grand Prix Race Track in Redwood City.  The cost will be $17.00 per scouts and this will include 3 laps of racing, free putting for miniature golfing and 20 Game Tickets.  the only requirement is that you be atleast 4' and 8" to drive.  If you wish to forfeit the driving, you may gold and have the 20 Game Tickets for only $8.50.  The meeting time will be at 7PM.  There will be a contest for the fastest lap.  Since this a family event, the scouts will be allowed the wear their Class B Uniforms.  You will pay upon arrival and the first place to start will be at the race track.  If it rains, we will plan on staying at Malibu and just be indoors.  

    During the course of the meeting, Don M. did a presentation/demonstration for stoves to be used during camping.  Don demonstrated the use of Canister Gases and used Primus Himalayan and showed how easy they are to fuel and how low they are to the ground.  They are very efficient, can use larger canisters and are available at REI. 

    A Scoutmaster's Minute included a variety of topics mentioned by Roger H., including adult participation, the Skyline to the Sea trips and how the transportation was good for it and how well the boys did on it.  He also mentioned how the Scouting for Food Drive resulted in over 1,200 pounds of food for donations.  He also briefly covered the trip to the Hornet, the evening at Malibu Grand Prix, the Rim of the Bay and the Trip to Death Valley.

    The Rim of the Bay will be a one day event on December 21, 2002 and will take place in Fremont.  We also will be needing to get out the tickets for the Pancake Breakfast. 

Respectfully submitted

Paul R.