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Updated 6/17/2010
 
 
Congratulations!!!

Congratulations to the troop's advancement chair, Grace Weigand, on being selected this year's Outstanding Unit Volunteer. The recognition was presented at the District Program Launch and Roundtable on June 8 at Pine Hill Scout Reservation.



Congratulations!!!

At the May Order of the Arrow Service weekend at Roosevelt Scout Reservation, James Staley became the latest Ordeal member from the troop into the Order. In addition, at the Lodge General Session, Assistant Scoutmaster James Latimer was elected as Lodge Vice-Chief.  Also, at Chapter Meetings that morning, David Latimer was elected to his 3rd term as Lekau Chapter Chief. Congratulations and well done to all our Arrowmen!

Congratulations!!!

The troop expresses its hearty congratulations to Scoutmaster Jim Latimer and to Assistant Scoutmaster Bob Ruscansky on their selection for the Silver Beaver Award by the Southern New Jersey Council. The Silver Beaver Award is the council-level distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. Recipients of this award are registered adult leaders who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the council. Established in 1931, the Silver Beaver is an award given to those who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, self sacrifice, dedication, and many years of service. The award will be presented to them and the other 6 awardees at the Southern New Jersey Council 100th Anniversary Celebration on April 15. Again, congratulations on this honor to our leaders and the troop! It says a lot about our troop that we have TWO Silver Beaver Award recipients in the same year!!!






Happy Birthday BSA!!!

The youth and leaders of Troop 251 were recognized at the Winslow Township Committee meeting on Tuesday Feb 9, 2010 with a Proclamation of congratulations on the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. Mayor Metzner presented a copy of the Proclamation to Scoutmaster Jim Latimer as members of the troop were recognized by the Township Committee.











Congratulations!!!

Congratulations to Andrew Novalsky and Scott Forman, the newest Eagle Scouts for Troop 251!!! They completed their Eagle Scout Board of Review on Dec 23, 2009 for an awesome late Hanukkah/early Christmas gift for both of them!!! Courts of Honors will be scheduled for the spring of 2010.

Video file

Several people have asked about copies of the "Make a Difference" video that was shown at the troop meeting. I cannot upload the video to the website due to size limitations. But, the video is available on YouTube at the following link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sN_LPTNQEqM

Congratulations!!!

Congratulations to Chris Traficante, the newest Eagle Scout for Troop 251!!! He was presented his Eagle Scout badge, as well as his Bronze Palm, at his court of honor held on Sept 12, 2009.

Order of the Arrow News

Congratulations to our newest Arrowmen, Aaron and Austin Zito, who completed their Ordeal at Pine Hill Scout Reservation  on Sept 13, 2009.

Congratulations to Mr Jim Latimer (Scoutmaster and Lekau Chapter Advisor) and David Latimer (OA Troop Rep and Lekau Chapter Chief) for recently returning with Tekening Lodge's contingent from the National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) held at Indiana University this past August. The theme of the Conference was "The Power of One", and they have brought back lots of information to share with the troop and the lodge. If you are an Arrowman, and want to find out more about 'The Power of One' and get more involved in the lodge and the Order, see David at a troop meeting, the lodge website at www.tekening.org or come to the next service weekend at PHSR, Sept 11-13. Forms are on the lodge website.

Also check out the video of the Conference closing on Youtube at YouTube Video Link
7000+ Arrowmen singing "Don't Stop Believing"!!!!




The closing show at NOAC....7000 Arrowmen and The Power of One....awesome!!!

 






Chapter Chief David Latimer with National Chief Jack O'Neil



The Tekening Lodge Contingent after the final night's show.

New Photo Site

Mr Dowhy has set up a new website for photos that he can post, even during the event (as long as he has web access!!!). Check out the pictures at bsa251.com

Congratulations!!!
 
Congratulations to the Troop's newest Order of the Arrow member, Zack Troendle, who completed his Ordeal at Roosevelt Scout Reservation at the May service weekend. In addition, David Latimer sealed his bonds of brotherhood in the order by completing his Brotherhood testing, and James and Jim Latimer received their Vigil Honors at the same weekend. The Vigil Honor is a high mark of distinction and recognition reserved for those Arrowmen who, by reason of exceptional service, personal effort, and unselfish interest, have made distinguished contributions beyond the immediate responsibilities of their position of office to their lodge, Scouting or their Scout Camp. Also, Scott Forman was named the Publications Committee Chairman, James Latimer was elected Lodge Treasurer, and David Latimer was re-elected Lekau Chapter Chief. Congratulations to all of the troop's Arrowmen!!!!

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Assistant Scoutmaster Paul Lipari was recognized by the troop as its Outstanding Unit Volunteer at the White Horse District Awards Dinner on April 28.


 
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At the Te'Kening Lodge #37 Order of the Arrow annual banquet on Jan 2, 2009,David Latimer, Troop OA Representative and Big Timber-Lekau Chapter Chief, was awarded with the Silver Oak Award, presented by the lodge "for distinguished service to scouting and the Order of the Arrow. The award is intended to recognize members of Te’Kening Lodge #37 for their distinguished service to the lodge." This is the first time an Ordeal member has been so honored by the lodge.


Silver Oak 2008 Honorees George and Kim Shute, David Latimer and Dale Kengetter.

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The troop put on an incredible performance at the White Horse District Highland Games Camporee April 18-20, 2008 at PHSR. The Dragon Patrol (Scott Forman patrol leader) came in First Place in the Heavy Division, with Jes Smith 2nd place Individual score and Zack Troendle 1st place Individual score. The Scorpion Patrol (David Latimer patrol leader) came in 1st place in the Light Division, with Austin Zito 1st Place Individual score. The boys showed great Scout Spirit throughout the event, and really did the troop proud. Way to go, guys!!! More photos of the event are on the Troop Event Photos page.