2010 Highlights of Boy Scout Troop 68

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Welcome to the Melrose Boy Scout Troop 68's
2010 Photo Gallery!
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The Overnighter	Scouting Displays	Camp Stearns Outing
Alex K's Eagle Court of Honor	March Waffle Supper	March Overnighter
March Court of Honor	Bison Skull?	Ripley Rendezvous
Camp Watchamagumee	Kings Lake Outing	Summer Camp
September Court of Honor	Fall Supper Fundraiser	LPMRB Outing
December Court Of Honor & Auction

The Overnighter
January 23-24, 2010

The Boy Scouts of Troop love to have fun and compete with each other. That is probably way the troop's overnighter activity is so popular. This 13 hour all-night activity has the Scouts competing in several contests including table tennis, darts, Wii bowling, chess and Battleship. Then there are the movies to watch. Oh, and don't forget all the pizzas and snacks and soda to consume. There is a lot to stay busy with during this troop activity.

Pool was one of the competitions during the activity. Chess was played in the back corner.

We discovered that none of us are going to make a living by playing pool.

Of course, there was plenty of food and drink during the activity.

Wii tennis was also a popular pastime.

Scouting Displays
February, 2010

Scoutmaster Steve placed a few displays around town in February to highlight the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America and 30 continuous years of Boy Scout Troop 68 in Melrose.

2010 Scouting Displays in Melrose, Minnesota

This shadow box showcased three different
sets of rank patches.

This display in the US Bank lobby highlighted the troop's high adventure trips.

This display in the Freeport State Bank
highlighted the 2001 National Jamboree.

The display in the Central Minnesota Federal Credit Union was all about Scouting history.

Camp Stearns Outing
February 26-28, 2010

Four members of Boy Scout Troop 68 attended the weekend outing at Camp Stearns. Disc golf, snowshoeing, sledding, Risk, and movies were some of the activities during the weekend. The weather was great. It fact, it got too warm. The broomball field turned into a mud field so we did not play that this year.

How about a game of Risk on Friday?	Cooking was done in the lodge's kitchen.	There was plenty of food. No one went away hungry.	Disc golf was more challenging while wearing snowshoes.
We did get a bit confused a couple of times on the golf course.	It takes a little practice to get the hang of wearing snowshoes.	Time to clean the building before leaving Sunday morning.	These are the guys who attended the outing at Camp Stearns.

Alex Kleinfehn's Eagle Court Of Honor
March 6, 2010

The Eagle Scout court of honor for Alex was held at the Melrose Firehall meeting room on Saturday, March 6. Nearly 80 attended the ceremony, including six Eagles Scouts. The ceremony went very well. More about Alex can be seen at the troop's "Eagle Hall of Fame" site. http://melrosetroop68.org/EagleKleinfehn/AlexKlein.html

Memorabilia about Alex's years in Scouting was found on this table.	Almost looks too good to eat, doesn't it?	Four Troop 68 Eagle Scout alumni attended the court f honor.	Alex spoke to the audience during the ceremony.
Alex and his proud parents.	Members of Boy Scout Troop 68.	All the Eagle Scouts in attendance joined Alex for the Eagle Scout Pledge.	Eagle Scout Alex and the members of Troop 68.

March Waffle Supper Fundraiser
March 26, 2010

Boy Scout Troop 68 usually holds a pancake and sausage breakfast on Palm Sunday each year, but due to the troop size currently on the small size we tried a Friday night waffle supper this spring featuring Dad's Belgian Waffles. It actually went very well. So well in fact that we already signed up for another one next spring.

The Boy Scouts worked hard.

Setting tables and cleaning off tables were the Boy Scouts' responsibility.

With all these waffle irons in use people did not have to wait long.

There were plenty of toppings, of course.

March Overnighter
March 26, 2010

After the supper fundraiser, the Boy Scout headed to the home of their scoutmaster for an overnight activity. The Boy Scout had fun playing table tennis, chess, darts, Wii games, and watching movies. Everyone was pretty tired when they went home at 7:00 Saturday morning.

Wii archery was a popular activity.

The Boy Scouts were getting pretty good.

There was time for a card game, or two.

I win!

March Court of Honor
March 29, 2010

The troop's first court of honor for the year was held at the Melrose City Hall meeting rooms. The district executive visited the meeting for an FOS presentation.

The court of honor began with a
Scout Law candle ceremony.

Two Boy Scouts received their
three year pins.

Zack received his Scout Rank and
pins the mother's pin to his mother.

Jonah received the rank of Star Scout.

A Bison Skull?
March 31, 2010

We are not sure, but we think Avery found a bison skull near his home. He plans to donate it to the Melrose Area Historical Museum.

It is a heavy skull.

The back side of the skull.

A weird looking Boy Scout.

Close up of the back (underside).

Ripley Rendezvous
April 23-25, 2010

Four members of Boy Scout Troop 68 attending this year's Ripley Rendezvous. The event is sponsored by the Central Minnesota Council and the Camp Ripley military base. Activities were divided into three areas depending on the age of the Boy Scout. Unfortunately, it rained during most of the day Saturday, but the boys still had a good time.

There was time to play cards Friday night.	One of the Saturday morning displays was chainsaw sculptures.	Archery was a popular station.	Group skiing was very challenging.
The Boy Scouts tried semaphore at one station.	There was time Saturday night to play cards also.	As part of the winning group he took home a new fishing rod and hat.	Why so serious???

Camp Watchamagumee
May 21-23, 2010

Five members of the troop spend the weekend of May 21-23 at Camp Watchamagumee, which is located several miles north of Melrose on some private land. Of course, the annual egg drop competition was one of the big events of the weekend. The weather cooperated so we had a great weekend.

Relaxing Friday evening.	Assisting with the dishes.	Waiting for the next activity.	The egg drop contest begins.
Will this be the winning package design?	Or will this be the one?	Or this one?	How about this one?
Hmmmm. Good cooking.	Don't touch my food.	One serious group picture.	And one picture not so serious.

Kings Lake Outing
June 19, 2010

Due to family conflicts only a couple troop members were able to attend the Kings Lake outing held near Melrose. In addition to a pontoon ride and a bit of fishing, the guys also went to Albany for a round of disc golf. It was a great day to be outside.

Disc golf was played at a nearby course.	Checking out the lake front.	The area around the cabin.	The adults are ready to go for a ride.
The Boy Scouts are also ready to go.	A couple of loons were swimming near the pontoon.	The Scouts caught some whoppers!	Getting ready for the evening meal.

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Summer Camp
July 11-17, 2010

The Boy Scouts of Melrose Troop 68 spent a fantastic week at Many Point Scout Camp, staying in the Buckskin Camp once again. Not only did each of the Scouts come home with a couple of completed merit badges, but they also learned a few things, participated in a new program, tried making the bread of the elves, and had fun.

Our home for the week was...	found at the Seton Campsite.	Waiting for the Sunday opening campfire.	Prepping for a DELTA activity.
This DELTA game was not very easy.	The troop is ready for water fun.	The Buckskin waterfront water tramp.	The troop installed a new bench in the campsite.
On the way to the new camp program.	The new program showed the boys what it was like in an old logging camp.	The tools of the trade.	Cleaning a log for future use.
The troops were called to the dining hall when a storm hit the area.	The dining fly caught a lot of water.	Trying our skills on the climbing tower.	Hanging in there.
First, the rules of the range...	then the fun on the archery range.	The view from the camp's fire tower.	A quick pic inside the fire tower.
We begin the tour of the Many Point museum.	There was a lot to look at.	Some Many Point memorabilia.	The Many Point patches through the years.
Waiting lifesaving merit badge to begin.	Mail Call!	What did you get?	Prepping the fire for the cooking demos.
Mixing the ingredients.	Making brownies.	These are going to be good.	Now time for some popcorn.
Making popcorn in a paper bag.	Yes, it did work pretty well.	Lembas bread, the bread of the elves.	Watch out! It is hot.
The pioneering projects in Scoutcraft.	The bridge was a popular spot.	The troop shoot at the rifle range.	Even the scoutmaster did well.
Camp reflection with our commissioner.	Waiting for the waterfront to open.	Time to go sailing.	It was a great day for sailing.
Waiting for the Friday night campfire program.	Waiting for the Friday night campfire program.	The Scouts of Troop 68 perform a skit.	The troop raised the flags Saturday morning.
The Pledge of Alligience.	A prayer before breakfast.	The 2010 group picture.	It was a tiring week of activities.

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September Court of Honor
September 27, 2010

The troop's fall court of honor was held at the Melrose City Hall meeting rooms. There were plenty of merit badges to be awarded.

Fall Supper Fundraiser
October 9, 2010

Boy Scout Troop 68 held a waffle supper fundraiser at St. Mary's Church basement. People do enjoy those waffles.

Looking at the photo albums before the supper began.

Sharing a good story.

Waiting for some tables to clean.

Come and get them while they are hot.

LPMRB Outing
November 21, 2010

Four members of the troop participated in this fall's LPMRB Outing which took place in St. Cloud and Melrose. Activities included roller skating at the Skatin' Place and bowling at the Melrose Bowling Lanes.

Watching the other skaters at the Skatin' Place.

Waiting for our lanes at Melrose Bowl.

Guess who has the highest score.

Strike or gutter ball? One never knows.

December Court of Honor and Auction
December 27, 2010

Boy Scout Troop 68 held its final court of honor for the year at the Melrose City Hall meeting rooms. The annual troop auction was held after the court of honor.

I pledge allegiance...	Members of the court.	Receiving a merit badge.	Receiving a merit badge.
New troop officers.	A Christmas present.	Handing out the annual dvd's and cd's.	Receiving troop bucks for the auction.
Receiving troop bucks for the auction.	Receiving troop bucks for the auction.	Ready for the auction to begin.	What item will the bid on, and how much?

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Pictures used on this page were provided by Steve Borgerding. He retains the rights and ownership of these photographs.