Where: James River Runners, 10092 Hatton Ferry Rd, Scottsville, VA 24590
Departure Details: 4:30-5:30 FUPCDC
Return Details: ~12:00-1:00, FUCDC *Note: Return time is estimated based on reasonable travel time and timeliness of departure from the event location.
Event Details: Canoeing and kayaking on the James River, southwest of Richmond
Uniform: Class B uniform for traveling to/from
What to bring/Notes: Please pack a sandwich / meal for the trip down on Friday evening. Cracker Barrel will be served at camp, but you should plan to eat on the way down. Check the weather forecast.Since the highlight of the event will be held on the river, river appropriate clothing is essential. That includes swimsuit, water shoes and sunscreen. Bring a small knapsack, recommend a water-proof contain to take your lunch (no glass), and sunscreen with you on the river. Optional items include swim trunks, short/long sleeve shirt and wide-brimmed hat. Having a water bottle or two that can be tied to the watercraft is recommended. This will be a fun paddle where all should plan to get wet.
Event Open to: scouts and scouters only
Registration Deadline: 05/08/2023 before midnight
Cost Basis: $82 scouts, $82 adults. This covers the cost of canoe/kayak rentals and river shuttle service ($40), campsite fees ($12/night), and food ($22). Payments can be made online by credit card, by check or debited from the scout account with a positive balance. Checks can be made to BSA Troop 964. Please indicate on your registration your method of payment.
Food Planning: Grubmasters should plan four meals at $4.50 per meal. Meals will be Cracker Barrel Friday evening, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Saturday and Breakfast on Sunday. Saturday lunches should be packable to be taken on the trip.
Aquatics Safety: Adults participating are encouraged to complete BSA Safe Swim Defense and BSA Safety Afloat courses online (about 30 minutes each). The courses can be found online in your my.scouting.org account.
COVID Safety: In light following the latest CDC, state, local, and Charter Org guidance on the COVID-19 restrictions, Troop 964 is updating its COVID-19 stance to the following:
Masks are no longer required for outdoor gatherings. Wearing a mask is OK.
Social distancing requirements are no longer applicable at outdoor gatherings.
Boys will wash hands and use hand sanitizer when handling shared tools/utensils.
Scouts/family members who have symptoms or have been around someone with symptoms of COVID-19 in the past 14 days should not attend.
Scouts should “BE PREPARED” and carry a mask at all times in the event one is needed.
Cellphone Policy: Cell phones are a prohibited item as per troop policy. Per troop policy, the troop will allow cell phones to be used during the car ride to the event and the car ride home. Troop 964 will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or broken cell phones. Cell Phones can be collected upon arrival at camp and locked in a lockbox in the troop trailer for the duration of the event. Scouts will not have access to their cell phones for the duration of the event unless granted permission from the Scoutmaster, or an Assistant Scoutmaster for use in completing a scouting related activity. Parents and scouts not in agreement with this policy should refrain from attending this troop event.
Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or event attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind. Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy. Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered. This is non-negotiable.
Departure Details: Start meeting at 4:30 p.m. at the church, we will leave at 5:30 p.m.
Return Details: Return at noon on April 16th to the church. *Note: Return time is estimated based on reasonable travel time and timeliness of departure from the event location.
Event Details: Wilderness Survival Activity Stations and building a shelter to sleep in (optional) – Leaders Guide available here
Uniform: Class A Uniforms on Friday during travel and during Saturday events bring class B as well
What to bring: Patrol Wilderness Survival Gear Box, First aid kit, Firestarter, closed toed shoes, water bottle
Event Open to: Scouts & Registered Adults Only
Registration Deadline: 04/04/2023 before midnight
Registration options: $56.00 per scout or adult (includes $8.00 District Event late fee)
Cost Basis: $30.00 for the event and $18.00 for 4 meals, $5 equipment fee and $3 supply fee per attendee, scout or adult
Health & COVID Safety: Much of scouting brings individuals closer than 6 feet. The troop will follow local health department ordinances. Scouts will be asked general health questions and have a touchless temperature taken at arrival. Scouts may tent with a parent if necessary for COVID accommodations.
Cellphone Policy: Cell phones are a prohibited item as per troop policy. Per troop policy, the troop will allow cell phones to be used during the car ride to the event and the car ride home. Troop 964 will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or broken cell phones. Cell Phones will be collected upon arrival at camp and locked in a lockbox in the troop trailer for the duration of the event. Scouts will not have access to their cell phones for the duration of the event unless granted permission from the Scoutmaster, or an Assistant Scoutmaster for use in completing a scouting related activity. Parents and scouts not in agreement with this policy should refrain from attending this troop event.
Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or event attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind. Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy. Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered. This is non-negotiable.
Health & COVID Safety: Much of scouting brings individuals closer than 6 feet. The troop will follow local health department ordinances. Scouts will be asked general health questions and have a touchless temperature taken at arrival. Scouts may tent with a parent if necessary for COVID accommodations.
Cellphone Policy: Cell phones are a prohibited item as per troop policy. Per troop policy, the troop will allow cell phones to be used during the car ride to the event and the car ride home. Troop 964 will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or broken cell phones. Cell Phones will be collected upon arrival at camp and locked in a lockbox in the troop trailer for the duration of the event. Scouts will not have access to their cell phones for the duration of the event unless granted permission from the Scoutmaster, or an Assistant Scoutmaster for use in completing a scouting related activity. Parents and scouts not in agreement with this policy should refrain from attending this troop event.
Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or event attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind. Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy. Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered. This is non-negotiable.
Select Individual Registration if only a scout or adult is attending. Select Group Registration if multiple scouts or an adult and scout are attending.
Sign-up to bring video game consoles and TVs. Please bring a power strip if possible
Troop 964 takes no responsibility for the safe travel and use of provided video game systems
Bring board games, card games, chess and checkers
Cyber Chip Class:
All scouts attending will take the BSA Cyber Chip class offered by the troop. This is not optional – Scouts cannot participate in video games or use their cell phone at the lock in without a current Cyber Chip. Please ensure your scout brings a completed contract to the lock-in. Classes will cover all requirements as identified by the BSA and will be taught by Adult Leaders assisted by scouts.
Prerequisite: Complete a signed personalized contract. Create your own, or use this sample. Please tailor to your needs.
Scouts who wish to take the Digital Technology Merit Badge class will then attend a 1.5 hour session to cover a large number of the Merit Badge requirements taught by an Adult Leader assisted by a senior scout. Scouts do NOT need to complete a worksheet, though many find it helpful to have a way to document their work. Worksheet here.
Items not covered in class:
4.b. Complete with your family:
Name four software programs or mobile apps you or your family use, and explain how each one helps you.
5.b. Complete before or after merit badge class:
Using an internet search engine (with your parent or guardian’s permission), find ideas from at least three different websites about how to conduct a troop court of honor or campfire program.
6. Complete before or after merit badge class. Review 8 options and complete 3.
9. Complete before or after merit badge class: Do one of the following:
a. Investigate three career opportunities that involve digital technology.
b. Visit a business or an industrial facility that uses digital technology.
Video Games: All video games brought to the lock-in MUST be E or E10+. No other ratings will be permitted.
Health & COVID Safety: Much of scouting brings individuals closer than 6 feet. The troop will follow local health department ordinances. Scouts will be asked general health questions and have a touchless temperature taken at arrival. Scouts may tent with a parent if necessary for COVID accommodations.
Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or event attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind. Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy. Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered. This is non-negotiable.
What: Sky Zone Trampoline Park. Please join us for some fun at Skyzone. Attendees will have 90 minutes of jump time with fellow scouts. Scouts should eat dinner before arriving. Snack can be purchased on their own at the Skyzone snack bar.
When: December 9th, 2022 – 6:30PM – 8:00PM
Where: 14555 Potomac Mills Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22192
Transportation will not be provided. Arrive at Skyzone at 6:15 pm in order to check in, pick up should be no later than 8:00pm.
What to bring: Scouts should wear class B shirts and comfortable/breathable clothing. Scouts may want to bring some spending money to purchase snacks at the snack bar.
Cell Phones are not allowed and should be left at home.
Health & COVID Safety: Much of scouting brings individuals closer than 6 feet. The troop will follow local health department ordinances. Scouts will be asked general health questions and have a touchless temperature taken at arrival. If the scout is sick or not feeling well, please stay home. If anyone in the family is sick or not feeling well, please stay home.
Cellphone Policy: Cell phones are a prohibited item as per troop policy and not allowed at this campout. Troop 964 will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or broken cell phones. Cell Phones found with scouts after arrival will be collected and locked in a lockbox in the troop trailer for the duration of the event. Scouts will not have access to their cell phones for the duration of the event unless granted permission from the Scoutmaster, or an Assistant Scoutmaster for use in completing a scouting related activity. Parents and scouts not in agreement with this policy should refrain from attending this troop event.
Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or event attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind. Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy. Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered. This is non-negotiable.
What: November 2022 – Arrow of Light Campout / Scouting for Food Collection
When: 11/11/2022 – 11/13/2022
Where: Dugan Park – 6040 Greenway Ct., Manassas VA 20112
Departure Details: Please arrive at FUPCDC by 4:30pm on Friday. We will conduct a check-in, health check, and packing out gear. We anticipate leaving by 5:30pm. Your Scouts should have eaten an early dinner beforehand. The Scouts will eat a snack upon arrival at campsite. ***Will need to identify drivers and how many Scouts they can take in their vehicles***
Return Details: Anticipate Scouts returning back to FUPCDC around 10:00 on Sunday.
Uniform: Class A Uniform for Friday Departure and Saturday Scouting for Food Pick Up / AOL Events.
What to bring:This event will be outdoors in November. Scouts should wear comfortable/breathable clothing (check the weather), closed toe shoes (no open toed shoes or sandals); consider a backpack with a water source (canteen or camel back), their scout handbook, sunscreen, bug spray, personal first aid kit. They should also pack an appropriate weather-appropriate daywear, headwear, sleeping bags. Cell Phones are not allowed and should be left at home.
Personal Packing List:
Scout Handbook
1 daypack
1 one quart water bottle
1 flashlight/headlamp with new batteries
1 pocket knife
1 personal first aid kit
1 pair of hiking boots
2 pair hiking socks (preferably wool for cold temperatures)
2 pair long pants (1 underlayer for cold weather)
1 pair walking shorts (not needed if cold weather)
2 long sleeve shirt (wear 1 / bring 1 cold weather, light wool or synthetic is best)
2 t-shirts (one for day, one for sleeping)
2 pair underwear shorts
1 cold weather jacket
1 knit cap (cold weather)
1 set of gloves (cold weather)
1 sleeping bag 20 degree (or 2 light weight sleeping bags – stuff one inside the other for sleeping)
1 sleeping pad
1 toilet kit (toothpaste, tooth brush, small towel-dish towel is fine)
Event Open to: Scouts / Adults / AOL Scouts and Parents
Registration Deadline: 10/31/2022 before midnight
Registration Fee: $26.00 (Per person)
Cost Basis: Troop supply fee $3, Troop equipment fee $5, and Food $18.00 ($4.50/meal x 4)
Itinerary: All times are tentative
Friday Schedule
4:30 Gather at the Church
5:30 Departure for Campsite
7:30 Adult Meeting
8:00 PLC
Saturday Schedule
6:30 Wakeup
7:00 Muster then Breakfast
8:00 Flag Ceremony
8:30 Offsite Drivers Arrive
9:00 Departure for FUPCDC (Scouting for Food)
9:30 Meet at FUPCDC for Scouting for Food (non camping scouts meet here)
11:30 Return to Campsite for Lunch
12:30 Cleanup / PLC
1:30 AOLs Arrive
6:00 Dinner
8:30 Campfire
10:00 Lights Out
Sunday Schedule
7:00 Wakeup
7:30 Muster / Breakfast
8:30 Cleanup
9:30 Departure (tentative)
10:00 Return to FUPCDC (tentative)
Scouting for Food Drivers: Please let us know if you are able to drive scouts to Scouting for Food Collection Saturday morning. Drivers not camping should meet at church no later than 8:30am Saturday for a 9:00am departure.
Health & COVID Safety: Much of scouting brings individuals closer than 6 feet. The troop will follow local health department ordinances. Scouts will be asked general health questions and have a touchless temperature taken at arrival. If the scout is sick or not feeling well, please stay home. If anyone in the family is sick or not feeling well, please stay home.
Cellphone Policy: Cell phones are a prohibited item as per troop policy and not allowed at this campout. Troop 964 will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or broken cell phones. Cell Phones found with scouts after arrival will be collected and locked in a lockbox in the troop trailer for the duration of the event. Scouts will not have access to their cell phones for the duration of the event unless granted permission from the Scoutmaster, or an Assistant Scoutmaster for use in completing a scouting related activity. Parents and scouts not in agreement with this policy should refrain from attending this troop event.
Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or event attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind. Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy. Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered. This is non-negotiable.
Where: Thorn Spring Park Campground at 42 All Star Dr., Franklin, WV 26807
Departure Details: Please arrive at FUPCDC by 4:30pm on Friday. We will conduct a check-in, health check, and packing out gear. We anticipate leaving by 5:30pm. Your Scouts should have eaten an early dinner beforehand. The Scouts will eat a snack upon arrival at campsite. ***Will need to identify drivers and how many Scouts they can take in their vehicles***
Return Details: Anticipate Scouts returning back to FUPCDC between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Sunday. *Note: Return time is estimated based on reasonable travel time and timeliness of departure from the event location.
Uniform: Class B uniform is required for Friday departure.
What to bring: This event will be outdoors in October with cooler temperature in the evenings and mornings. Scouts and parents should monitor the weather leading up to the campout and pack accordingly; the cave temperature is a constant 52 degrees all-year long. Pack warm/comfortable/breathable clothing with close toe-shoe (no open-toed shoes or sandals), a backpack with a water source (canteen or camel back), their scout handbook, mess kit with utensils, sunscreen, bug spray, first aid kit, sleeping bag, and ground mat. Additional list of “What to bring” from the caving company, Wild Guyde Adventures, includes:
Boots or old sneakers that can get muddy
An outer clothing layer that can be muddied then removed when exiting the cave (blue jeans, work pants or old sweatpants, and a long sleeve shirt layer or old hoodie). Coveralls are great if you have them, but do not bring a disposable paint-suit. It is best then to have other clothes underneath the outer layer (like shorts and a t-shirt), so when we exit the cave, the muddy stuff can simply be “peeled off” without any modesty issues. Don’t expect privacy; there is often nowhere to change at the cave
(1) large plastic trash bag (kitchen or yard size) for muddy clothing afterwards
Headlamp with new batteries
A small flashlight
Change of footwear
Whistle on a lanyard
Note: Wild GUYde will supply caving helmets, cave packs, and safety equipment
Optional (*)
Disposable camera with flash, preferably in a Ziploc® (or bring disposable camera)
Knee pads and gloves
Event Open to: Scouts and Adults
Registration Deadline: 10/10/2022 before midnight
Registration fee: $60.50 for scouts and $60.50 for adults.
Friday: Arrive Thorn Spring Park Campground, WV (~2100)
Saturday: Meet Wild Guyde Adventures guide, Lester Zook (0830) ***Will need drivers to transport Scouts to and from the cave mouth (~4 miles from campground)***
Password: See Troop Emails for password *Note* We are using Group Registrations by default. If your scout is the only one attending, select 1 as the number of members in your group.
Health & COVID Safety:
I certify, prior to attendance, all attendees can answer “No” to the following questions or, if “Yes,” have a doctor identified medical condition deemed not communicable: i. Do you currently have a cough and/or sore throat, or any other communicable ailment? ii. Have you had a fever or taken medicine to reduce a fever in the last 72 hours (3 days)? iii. Do you have any shortness of breath or is it hard for you to breathe? iv. Is anyone in your house experiencing symptoms linked to COVID-19 or other communicable ailments? v. Have you had any contact with someone known to have or under investigation for COVID-19 in the last 14 days?
Cellphone Policy: Cell phones are a prohibited item as per troop policy. Per troop policy, the troop will allow cell phones to be used during the car ride to the event and the car ride home. Troop 964 will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or broken cell phones. Cell Phones will be collected upon arrival at camp and locked in a lockbox in the troop trailer for the duration of the event. Scouts will not have access to their cell phones for the duration of the event unless granted permission from the Scoutmaster, or an Assistant Scoutmaster for use in completing a scouting related activity. Parents and scouts not in agreement with this policy should refrain from attending this troop event.
Scout Behavior: Please discuss with your scout that living up to the Scout Oath and Law is expected at all Troop 964 Events or event attended with Troop 964. Troop 964 will not tolerate harassment of any kind. Unit Leaders will have a (1) strike policy. Parents will be contacted to pick up their scout if any behavior issues are encountered. This is non-negotiable.
What: Troop 964 Shooting Sports campout. Scouts will have the opportunity to shoot rifles, shotguns, both or participate in alternative activities over the weekend. Additionally, Scouts will have the opportunity to earn either the Rifle or Shotgun Merit Badge.
When: May 21st to 22nd
Where: Isaak Walton League of Alexandria (IWLA) – 2729 Garrisonville Rd., Stafford VA 22556
Specifics: Scouts that plan to shoot firearms must have attended the recent merit badge sessions OR have already earned said merit badge prior to this event. Additionally, all scouts must attend one of the safety sessions being held on May 3rd or May 10th during the Troop meeting. Scouts should plan to arrive promptly on Saturday at IWLA by 8 AM to unload and set up camp. Scouts should have eaten breakfast before arriving. Meals being provided are Saturday Lunch, Saturday Dinner, and Sunday Breakfast. The food cost for this trip is $4.50 per person per meal ($13.50).
On Sunday, for the scouts participating in only the rifle shooting, parents should arrive at IWLA by 10 AM for pickup. For those scouts that are taking part in the shotgun shoot on Sunday, parents should arrive at 12 PM for pickup.
Please note: Due to NCAC Shooting Sports guidelines, only scouts may shoot at this event (no adults) and personal firearms are prohibited.
Since the ammunition for the rifle shooting portion of the weekend was provided by the Quail and Upland Wildlife Federation (QUWF), there is no additional cost for scouts participating in the rifle shooting on Saturday. For those scouts shooting shotgun on Sunday, there is an additional charge to cover the cost of shotgun shells and clay pigeons.
Uniform: Scouts should arrive wearing their Class B uniforms.
What to bring: This event will be held outdoors in May. Scouts should bring their Mess Kit, Scout Handbook, headlamp or flashlight, sunscreen, and personal first aid kit. They should also pack weather-appropriate daywear, raingear, headwear, and sleeping bags.
Cell Phones: Cell phones are NOT allowed and should be left at home. Troop 964 is not responsible for lost or damaged cell phones or other electronics. Parents will be contacted to come to the campsite to pick up cell phones from scouts who bring them.
Contact Information: Should parents or Scouts have any questions, please contact Mr. Steudle at 810.542.1349 or steudlee@gmail.com.
The deadline for registration is Sunday, May 15th.
Registration options:
Rifle, Non-Rifle Shooters, and adults:
Cost = $4.50 per meal x 3 = $13.50 + $3 equipment fee + $5 supply fee = $21.50 per person
Shotgun Shooters:
Cost = $4.50 per meal x 3 = $13.50 + $3 equipment fee + $5 supply fee + $25 cost for shotgun shells and clay pigeons = $46.50 per person
Itinerary:
Saturday (21 May) – 0800: Scouts arrive at IWLA and set up camp – 0900: Shooting sport for Rifle *Scouts NOT shooting can hike, fish, or complete BSA requirements – 1200: Lunch (including shooting sport volunteers) – 1300: Continue shooting sport for Scouts who have their Rifle MB – 1500: Shooting sport for Rifle finishes – 1530 – 1630: Conservation project *Option to extend for Scouts who need conservation hours – 1700-1745: Free time – 1800-1930: Dinner – 2000: Campfire – 2100: Lights out
Sunday (22 May) – 0700: Reveille – 0745: Breakfast – 0800-1000: Clean up IWLA facilities used by Troop (i.e. bathroom, clubhouse, kitchen, firepit, and campsites) – 0900: Shooting sport for Shotgun – 1000: Scouts NOT shooting depart – 1200: Scouts shooting shotgun depart
Registration Details:
Link: Password: See Troop Emails for password *Note* We are using Group Registrations by default. If your scout is the only one attending, select 1 as the number of members in your group.
Sign-up Deadline: April 21, 2022 Dates: June 24-26, 2022 Location: JEB Little Creek-Ft. Story, Cape Henry, VA Event POC: Clator Butler Costs: Approximately $102/person (see below for details) Registration Link:https://events.troop964.org/index.php/events/2022june-fishsail/group-registration Check your email for the registration password
Details: Troop 964 is planning a trip to Norfolk & Virginia Beach June 24-26. Note, this is one week AFTER Father’s Day weekend, a change from previous years. We will be camping 2 nights on-base at JEB Little Creek-Ft. Story, which is on Cape Henry at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay that opens into the Atlantic Ocean.
This event will be chock-full of activity, as we intend to work on Fishing, Sailing / Aquatics, visit the Nauticus, visit the Cape Henry lighthouses, and earn the Historical Trails Award. It will require a very early departure on Friday morning to get in front of Summer Beach Traffic and get to the Nauticus in time for lunch.
Costs: Cost is estimated to be $102 per person, which will go toward: * $23 for Ticket AND boxed lunch for the Nauticus exhibit in Norfolk. * $42 Ticket for 1/2 day fishing excursion on the Bay Princess * $3 towards portajohn rental * $4 towards gas for vehicle towing troop trailer * $3 Equipment and supply fee * $27 Grubmaster budget (six meals Friday dinner thru Sunday lunch averaging $4.50 each).
NOTICE: Because space on the fishing boat is limited to 40 participants total, we will give first priority to scouts and two-deep leadership. In the event we receive more registrations than the fishing charter can handle, we will refund the $42 charter cost first to adults, then to scouts in reverse-order from when they signed up.
Congratulations to Troop 964s latest Eagle Scout, Patrick G! Patrick and his family celebrated his earning the rank of Eagle Scout on Saturday March 26th in an Eagle Court of Honor. Troop 964, and our families are all very proud of you Patrick!
