Quote from Mark Twain

I read this quote on my box of Celestial Seasonings tea this morning - thought it was appropriate for Scouts and Scouters alike!

"Alway do right. This will gratify some people, and astonish the rest."

Tragedy at Little Sioux Scout Ranch

The members of Boy Scout Troop 156 would like to express our condolences to the families who's sons were killed by the tornado that went through the Little Sioux Scout Ranch. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Through this disaster they members of the Mid-America Council shown the Scout motto of "Be Prepared." God bless you all.

2008 Strawberryfest

Our troop provided the color guard for the 2008 Strawberryfest parade in Newton on Saturday. The boys did a great job! They represented Boy Scouting and our troop with pride and respect. More pictures to be posted soon from the weekend!

2008 Spring Rendezvous

Here is a picture of the Scouts who attended the 2008 Spring Rendezvous at Wolf Creek State Park. More pictures and videos to be posted soon!

See what happens when you leave your golf cart unattended???

Jesse and I decided to have a little fun with Doug in honor of his birthday on April 8. Okay, okay, I decided to have a little fun since he and I share the same birthday. I was left a present of 102 balloons in my cubical on my birthday (mostly black so I'll let you guess my age)! So I brought a few of them to Rhodes-France for OLT. Jesse and I used Doug's golf cart off and on most of the weekend and on Saturday afternoon we were able to add this festive touch for him. Cannot see it but it even had a big blue bow tied to the front and a birthday card on the inside decorated by the participants and staff of OLT. HAPPY BIRTHDAY again Doug!

Outdoor Leader Training Campfire Program - April 12

Here are a few selections for your enjoyment from the campfire program.

Outdoor Leader Training - Rhodes-France Scout Reservation, Pana, IL, April 11-13

This past weekend, Jesse, Ellen & Eric went to Rhodes-France Scout Reservation to participate in the Outdoor Leader Training that was held. Eric participated and has completed his Scoutmaster Training. Jesse and Ellen served as staff cooks and led the cooking session on Saturday. Here are a few pictures from the weekend.