Long Time Scouter Lee Urb has passed away

Lee Erb was a long time Cross Timbers scouter with Troop 186 at University Baptist Church. He passed away on February 13, 2020.



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Troop 396 Philmont Crew Opening

Troop 396 Philmont Crew Opening

Arlington Troop 396 has a youth opening on our 2020 Philmont Trek.

Our 12-day trek leaves on June 20 and returns on July 4.  We have been awarded Trek 12-3 (North Country/Baldy).

The boys on our crew range from 15 -18 including four Eagles.  Two adults and one scout have previous Philmont Treks under their belts.

If you have a scout that is at least 14 and interested in a great Philmont experience, please have them contact:

Ed Lightner

Troop 396

817/875-8676.

Troop 545 Annual Fundraiser and Dinner - Tickets still on sale

Joint Roundtable Meeting - Tuesday, 2-11 at 7:15PM

All Scout leaders!!!

Please join us for our Monthly Roundtable meeting!!

Please note that the meeting now starts at 7:15PM, at the Family Life Center at St.Barnabas UMC, 5011 W Pleasant Ridge in Arlington.  

Joint District Banquet on March 3rd

This will be the final District Awards Banquet for the Cross Timbers and the Tejas Districts

All units need to be represented.
All CORs should be present for the vote to approve the new district committee.

6:30PM to 8:30PM at the Family Life Center at St.Baranabas UMC, 5011 W Pleasant Ridge, Arlington

$20.00 per person, Registration has now closed. 

Cross Timbers District Camporee - Mission Possible

ALL UNITS!!
Be sure and get registered for the Cross Timbers 2020 Camporee - Mission Possible!!

Camp Wisdom - 6400 W Red Bird Lane, Dallas

For more information - contact Rodney Gibson at hotrod58@tx.rr.com 
 

Our annual district camping event to challenge scouts with all kinds of fun activities!  All Units should attend and be represented! 

Please register at this link:
https://scoutingevent.com/662-XT_Camporee

• Starting Friday, Feb 21 at 5 PM through Sunday, Feb 23 at 12 Noon.

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Spaces open for Philmont Cavel Cade July 14, 2020

Eagle Scout / service project request

 We have another idea for an Eagle Scout Project. We recently purchased an acrylic podium that needs a protective wood box made so it can be transported. If possible, the box is need by May 5th.
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New Arlington/Mansfield/Kennedale ISD District - Nominating Committee

Cross Timbers and Tejas Districts,

The 2020/2021 nominating committee process has begun for the district committee of the newly forming district.  If you have any suggestions of people to be considered for member at large please send those suggestions to Kent Couch, Nominating Committee Chairman Kent.Couch@gmail.com or Tracy Ferguson, Field Director Tracy.Ferguson@Scouting.com .  When the slate is compiled, an election date will be confirmed and notification will be sent for all current district members at large, council board members within the district boundaries and chartered organization representatives to vote.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Thank you,

Tracy

Special project for a group Sat. March 14th from 10am to noon (need 15 to 20 vounteers)

Salvation Army has a special project that needs to be done on Sat., March 14th from 10AM-Noon (finishing depends on how many volunteers are available to complete the project). We need 15-25 to help with this indoor project. 


If your troop can plan to help, please contact:

Bridget Lenhardt

Special Events & Volunteer Supervisor | Cell 314-882-4972 | 817-860-1836 ext. 78426

The Salvation Army Family Life Center and North Texas Youth Education Town

bridget.lenhardt@uss.salvationarmy.org

Volunteer opportunities at the Salvation Army for 2020

2020 Volunteer Opportunities

      Groups & Individuals are Encouraged to Sign Up!

NOTE: Scouts may not wear BSA Uniforms for any activity that is collecting or raising money. 

VIRTUAL VOLUNTEER Themed Basket Ideas! OPPORTUNITY for SILENT AUCTION  SIGN UP @ http://cerv.is/m?0146g8yMbDJ

There’s no minimum age to collect items.  

Have a blast collecting new items for a Themed Basket or two or more! 

Pick a Themed Basket and let Bridget know the theme you selected. Ask your co-workers, family, neighbors, and friends to contribute new items for your Themed Basket. Deadline: Fri., Feb. 28th   

Theme Basket Ideas: Aromatherapy, Breakfast, Cards for All Occasions, Cat Lover’s, Cleaning Products Bucket,Chocolate Lover’s, Coffee & Tea, Dog Lover’s, Gardening, Get Well Soon, Grilling, Ice Cream, Italian Lover’s Delight, Mexican Fiesta, Movie Night, Oriental, Snack Shack, Spa, Stamping, Travel, and Yoga/Pilates. You can come up with your own theme!

Event Setup – Tues., March 17^th

Volunteers Needed: 40 

*Minimum age is 16 yrs. old* Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is 16 or 17 yrs. old.

Location: The Salvation Army Youth Education Town, 712 W. Abram, Arlington

Setup tables, chairs, silent auction, photo booth, etc. 

Sign Up @ http://cerv.is/m?0146ge5kgT4

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Event – Wed., March 18th 

Volunteers Needed: 40

*Minimum age is 16 yrs. old* Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is 16 or 17 yrs. old.

Location: TBD in Arlington

Time: 4:30PM-8:30PM

Parking lot attendants, buffet servers, greeters, silent auction attendants, photographer, etc. 

Sign Up @ http://cerv.is/m?0146gpYKLhO

Assemble Inspiring Hope Luncheon Goodie Bags – Mon., May 18^th

Volunteers Needed: 40    

*Minimum age is 16 yrs. old* Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is 16 or 17 yrs. old.

Location: EDS Warehouse, Arlington 

Stuff Luncheon Goodie Bags with Items 

Time: 6PMPM – 8:30PM – Sign ups begin February 1^st

Sign Up @ http://cerv.is/m?0146gho6iiu

Create-A-Thon - EVENT SETUP Fri. Oct. DATE TBD 6PM-8:30PM

40 Volunteers Needed for table/chair setup, etc. Location: 712 W. Abram, Arlington- YET entrance West side of building.   Contact Bridget for details. Sign up begins August 1^st

*Minimum age is 16 yrs. old* Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is 16 or 17 yrs. old.

***Scouts may not wear uniforms for this activity ****

7th Annual Create-A-Thon (Fundraiser) Sat. Oct. DATE TBD   

*Minimum age is 16 yrs. old* Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is 16 or 17 yrs. old.

Volunteers Needed: Day of 8AM-8PM – 40 volunteers Location: 712 W. Abram, Arlington- YET entrance West side of building. Go to this link for various volunteer shifts. 

Contact Bridget for details. Sign up begins August 1^st

                                   

Angel Tree Sorting – Monday through Friday 9am-5pm

*Minimum age is 16 yrs. old* Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is 16 or 17 yrs. old.

December Dates/Shifts/Location: TBD

Volunteers 150

Contact Bridget for details. Sign up begins September 1^st

Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is under age 18. 

Angel Tree Distribution Day(s) 

*Minimum age is 16 yrs. old* Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is 16 or 17 yrs. old.

December Dates/Shifts/Location: TBD

Volunteers 150

Contact Bridget for details. Sign up begins September 1^st

Parent/Teacher Sponsor must volunteer alongside anyone who is under age 18. 

***Scouts may not wear uniforms for this activity ****

Bell Ringing – Friday, Nov. 27^th through Tuesday, Dec. 24^th 10AM-8PM

Minimum Age: Any *Anyone under age 18 yrs. old must bell ring with their parent or teacher sponsor* 

1000+ Individuals and Groups Needed 

Contact Bridget for details. Sign up begins August 1^st. 

100+ locations in Arlington, Mansfield, Grand Prairie, Hurst, Bedford, Colleyville. 

I’m happy to answer any questions… 

Bridget Lenhardt Special Events & Volunteer Supervisor
The Salvation Army Family Life Center and Youth Education Town
712 W. Abram  P. O. Box 278 (76004) ∙ Arlington TX 76013
Direct 817.860.1836    Cell 314.882.4972 

Bridget.Lenhardt@uss.salvationarmy.org

PLEASE NOTE:  

Ø  Volunteer sign ups are first come, first served. 

Ø  All volunteers must be signed up ahead of time and sign volunteer waiver/release forms. 

Ø If you are seeking to perform court ordered community service, you must present paperwork prior to your first time volunteering as well as every time you volunteer thereafter to receive full credit for hours worked.