Weekly Announcements
By: Mrs Sarah Vepraskas
Hi Troop 682G!
Thank you to everyone that attended Eagle projects on Saturday! I know those at Brielle’s project put in some hard work, learned some valuable life skills, and accomplished a lot with improved teamwork.
If you plan to attend the scout skills campout, you need to register by tomorrow evening. We could use a few more ASMs signed up. We will definitely need additional drivers otherwise and this campsite is over an hours drive away. The Troop activities only work with adult support! Please check announcements below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – APRIL 21 – We’ll meet on Tuesday (April 21) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682B);
– Patrol Time;
– Teaching – First Class 7D-7F;
– Scout Skills campout planning: meal planning, patrol duty rosters, tenting plan, Troop Guide & PLC Lesson Plan finalizing;
– and a game if time;
– Christian Religious Emblem Program will meet;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682B); and
– closing and clean up.
2. Flaming Dolphin Patrol needs to arrive early (6:45) for setup.
3. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 24-26 – The troops yearly New Scout Skills Campout will be at Catoctin Mountain Park. Scouts will spend the weekend working on or reviewing skills to include First Aid, Fire Building, Knife Safety, and Lashings.
Please register @ https://forms.gle/
– Please note scouts will need to confirm if they have a phone with them at check-in on all future scout campouts/day trips. If they answer no, we will be seeking parental confirmation before we leave. Please remember the phone rules are to help keep the scouts safe and facilitate interaction between the scouts.
4. SPRING TROOP ELECTIONS – APRIL 28. As a reminder, during the April 28 troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader for the Troop and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. If you are interested in running for one of these elected positions or in an appointed position, please send me an email or see me or Ms Lauren at Tuesday’s meeting to discuss. A separate email detailing position requirements was sent earlier today.
5. END OF YOUTH LEADERSHIP TERM. All Scouts currently on the PLC should think about how they have served the Troop during their term. Please prepare a paragraph detailing how you performed your role to discuss with me at an upcoming meeting.
6. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – MAY 2, 2026. Yash Lahar will be conducting a second session of his project on Saturday, May 2, 2026 When: May 2nd, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. The Project will be conducted at 42229 Black Rock Terrace, Aldie, VA 20105. The project is to benefit the North Star Alternative Education School. The plan is to complete the stand-alone shelves for the school by painting, installing the shelves, and backings. Food and drinks will be provided. Additional information is available via the sign-up link below.
Sign-Up Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/
7. SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITIES.
a) Pack 910 Field Games – April 25- if anyone who is not attending the scout skills Campout wants to assist with the Pack 910 Field Games to support the Pack and earn service hours.
b) Pack 1148 Earth Day Clean-up – April 26, 2:00 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Little River Elementary. Scouts will need to bring gloves and water.
c) VA Pride Track Club annual kick off track and field needs volunteers. While the distance running coach is an ASM for 682, please note this is not a scout related activity. It would count as service hours, but is not being monitored by Troop leaders.
https://www.signupgenius.com/
8. SUMMER CAMP, CAMP PIPSICO, JULY 12-18, 2026. The Troops will attend Camp Pipsico on the James River in the Tidewater Council (57 Pipsico Rd, Spring Grove, VA 23881) during Week 5: July 12–18. The price this year is $445 per scout. For more details, visit the camp website: https://pipsicobsa.com/summer-
If your scout wants to review the merit badge schedule: https://pipsicobsa.com/wp-
Merit badge sign up opened on April 11 and Eagle required MBs are already filling up.
You will use the same link for registration to pay and signup for MBs. Once paid in full, click on “Update Information.” You will see a calendar grid with a button that says “Select Classes.” Click on that to choose your merit badges.
Sibling discount:
If you have more than one scout, there is a $10 sibling discount. You will need to link the two scouts and then click on “Update Information” to add their addresses. Using the same address for two linked scouts triggers the $10 savings. If you already paid in full, it will show up for me as “unallocated.” We will credit the $10 back to your troop account after camp.
There will be an additional Troop level fee for transportation to summer camp. The fee will be determined closer to camp when we have an idea of how many are attending and what gas prices may be.
Please note this camp does have a dress code:
“uniform & dress code (youth & Adult)
The Scouts BSA Field uniform, commonly referred to as Class A, is the expected uniform for evening flag ceremonies. At other times, we encourage all campers to wear an activity uniform including Scout shorts, Scout belt, and a casual shirt or T-shirt with a Scouting theme. Sleeveless shirts are acceptable; please no halter tops or spaghetti straps. Campers midriffs must be covered. Shirts that promote alcohol, tobacco, or are otherwise inconsistent with Scouting values are not allowed. Note that appropriate uniforms are a criterion for the Honor
Troop Award. Shorts shall be to at least fingertip length. Swimsuits must be modest and appropriately cover the body. Females, one-piece suits are preferred.
Closed-toe shoes that secure to the foot, must be worn at all times by everyone including visitors. Scouts taking waterfront merit badges should bring an extra pair of sneakers or water shoes to wear during those activities. Footwear is required at the waterfront for everyone. No flip flops, sandals, or Crocs. The only exceptions are while in a shower building, inside the pool perimeter fence, or in bed.”
To register, please email: troop682summercamp@gmail.com with the following details:
• Scout First Name
• Scout Last Name
• Troop (682B/682G)
• Rank
• Age (at camp)
• Parent’s Name (First and Last)
• Parent’s Email
• Parent’s Phone Number
**Please use your child’s name as the subject line**
Mr. Rexo will then send you a unique registration link for your scout.
9. Troop Swim Check – May 5. In place of our regular meeting, on May 5 we will hold our Troop swim check at Propel Swim Academy (43160 Amberwood Plaza, South Riding, VA 20152) from 7:00 p.m to complete. Scouts who are planning to attend summer camp and Summit are highly encouraged to attend and complete the swim check ahead of summer activities. ASM Mr. Battle will be overseeing the swim check, but additional ASMs are needed to assist with lining up scouts, tracking completion, and keep general law and order during the event. We will meet outside to collect waivers, get organized, etc. We may break the Troop into 2 groups, with the second group arriving later to streamline the process. Finalized arrival time details and the necessary waiver will be shared closer to date.
10. Lake Anna Campout – May 15-17. Our Annual Lake Anna Campout will be May 15-17. We’ll be camping at Lake Anna State Park and enjoying a fun-filled Saturday on and around the lake. Potential activities include hiking, fishing, swimming, motorboating, water skiing, and tubing. Details and registration will be provided closer to date. I will be unavailable for this campout and will need another female adult leader to attend.
11. SAFEGUARDING YOUTH TRAINING.
This training is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we are all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe.
****Scouting America is deactivating registrations of Adult Leaders who have not completed the training by May 31, 2026. ****
12. COMMITTEE POSITIONS. The Troop needs an Outdoor Chair. This is a Committee Position. It does not require going on any campouts. The role schedules the logistics and handles the signups and communication regarding the campouts. It is a very important positions and needs filled as soon as possible. If interested, please contact Mr. Thompson.
13. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
I hope everyone had a chance to enjoy the pretty weather. A shout out to all the scouts that were involved in the Frozen Jr musical at Gum Spring. You all created a fantastic show!
Remember that we are having our Recruitment Event at this week’s meeting:
– dress in your most proper Class A;
– bring your best helpful, friendly, kind scout self to meet new potential scouts; and
– find a friend or neighborhood to invite so they can come and get to know our 682G Troop!
Please check announcements below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – APRIL 14 – We’ll meet on Tuesday (April 14) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682B);
-Patrol Time
– First Aid training, meet guests, game, snack;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682B); and
– closing and clean up.
2. Black Elk Patrol needs to arrive early (6:45) for setup.
3. TROOP 682G RECRUITMENT EVENT – APRIL 14. Troop 682G is inviting female youth to attend the meeting April 14, 2026. During the meeting 682G will be working on scout skills (April’s theme for 682G is First Aid), greeting guests, playing a game, and enjoying a snack. If you have any friends or neighbors that might be interested in joining 682G, please invite them to come get to know our Troops!
4. CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM WILL RESUME DURING APRIL 14 TROOP MEETING. For those participating, before the meeting, please read section 3 (“Each of Us Must Make a Personal Response to the Call of God”) of the God and Life Student Workbook. Please read all the Bible verses and answer all the questions. But you don’t need to complete the “Service Project Three.” We’ll probably complete that as a group. Also, please remember to read the book of Matthew.
5. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Brielle Thompson will lead her Eagle Scout project on Saturday, April 18. The rain date is Sunday, April 19. The project will begin at 9:00 am at 25639 Gum Spring Road (while driving south on Gum Spring Road, cross Braddock Road, turn right into the second driveway, and proceed to the smaller storage shed). The project will benefit Bikes for Orphans and Gateway Community Church. It involves constructing shelves to store donated bicycles before they are transported to Zambia, Africa. Please wear clothes appropriate for the weather that can get dirty, wear closed toe shoes, and bring work gloves. Snacks, lunch, and drinks will be provided. There is no signup, just mark your calendar and come help. If you have any bikes you plan to rehome, they can be brought along for donation.
6. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Jonathan Cattafesta will begin part 1 of his Eagle Scout project on Saturday April 18 (April 19 is a backup) at 9am at the PVUMC pavilion
(The location of our outside meetings). The project involves pavilion restoration (wood repair, sanding and painting). Please wear appropriate clothing that can get paint on them. Also bring work gloves, eye protection, and closed toe shoes. If possible, please bring additional paint brushes and rollers to help paint the pavilion columns. Snacks, lunch and drinks will be provided. Please note this is at the same time as Brielle’s project. I am not sure we will be able to provide a female adult leader. If you plan to attend, your parent may need to stay.
7. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 24-26 – The troops yearly New Scout Skills Campout will be at Catoctin Mountain Park. Scouts will spend the weekend working on or reviewing skills to include First Aid, Fire Building, Knife Safety, and Lashings.
Please register @ https://forms.gle/
8. SPRING TROOP ELECTIONS – APRIL 28. As a reminder, during the April 28 troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. If you are interested in running for one of these elected positions, please see me or Ms Lauren to discuss. A separate email detailing position requirements will be sent soon (same as October).
Please read through the position descriptions at the following link if you would like to learn more about the different positions within the PLC which you have the opportunity to hold:
https://troopleader.scouting.
9. END OF YOUTH LEADERSHIP TERM. All Scouts currently on the PLC should think about how they have served the Troop during their term. Please prepare a paragraph detailing how you performed your role to discuss with me at an upcoming meeting.
10. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – MAY 2, 2026. Yash Lahar will be conducting a second session of his project on Saturday, May 2, 2026. More details to follow.
11. SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITIES.
a) Pack 910 Field Games – April 25 – if anyone who is not attending the scout skills Campout wants to assist with the Pack 910 Field Games to support the Pack and earn service hours.
b) Pack 1148 Earth Day Clean-up – April 26, 2:00 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Little River Elementary. Scouts will need to bring gloves and water.
c) VA Pride Track Club annual kick off track and field needs volunteers. While the distance running coach is an ASM for 682, please note this is not a scout related activity. It would count as service hours, but is not being monitored by Troop leaders.”
https://www.signupgenius.com/
12. SUMMER CAMP, CAMP PIPSICO, JULY 12-18, 2026. The Troops will attend Camp Pipsico on the James River in the Tidewater Council (57 Pipsico Rd, Spring Grove, VA 23881) during Week 5: July 12–18. There is a $20 early bird discount for registrations submitted and paid by April 13th.(The normal price this year is $445 per scout.) For more details, visit the camp website: https://pipsicobsa.com/summer-
If your scout wants to review the merit badge schedule: https://pipsicobsa.com/wp-
Merit badge sign up opened on April 11 and Eagle required MBs are already filling up.
You will use the same link for registration to pay and signup for MBs. Once paid in full, click on “Update Information.” You will see a calendar grid with a button that says “Select Classes.” Click on that to choose your merit badges.
Sibling discount:
If you have more than one scout, there is a $10 sibling discount. You will need to link the two scouts and then click on “Update Information” to add their addresses. Using the same address for two linked scouts triggers the $10 savings. If you already paid in full, it will show up for me as “unallocated.” We will credit the $10 back to your troop account after camp.
There will be an additional Troop level fee for transportation to summer camp. The fee will be determined closer to camp when we have an idea of how many are attending and what gas prices may be.
Please note this camp does have a dress code:
“uniform & dress code (youth & Adult)
The Scouts BSA Field uniform, commonly referred to as Class A, is the expected uniform for evening flag ceremonies. At other times, we encourage all campers to wear an activity uniform including Scout shorts, Scout belt, and a casual shirt or T-shirt with a Scouting theme. Sleeveless shirts are acceptable; please no halter tops or spaghetti straps. Campers midriffs must be covered. Shirts that promote alcohol, tobacco, or are otherwise inconsistent with Scouting values are not allowed. Note that appropriate uniforms are a criterion for the Honor
Troop Award. Shorts shall be to at least fingertip length. Swimsuits must be modest and appropriately cover the body. Females, one-piece suits are preferred.
Closed-toe shoes that secure to the foot, must be worn at all times by everyone including visitors. Scouts taking waterfront merit badges should bring an extra pair of sneakers or water shoes to wear during those activities. Footwear is required at the waterfront for everyone. No flip flops, sandals, or Crocs. The only exceptions are while in a shower building, inside the pool perimeter fence, or in bed.”
To register, please email: troop682summercamp@gmail.com with the following details:
• Scout First Name
• Scout Last Name
• Troop (682B/682G)
• Rank
• Age (at camp)
• Parent’s Name (First and Last)
• Parent’s Email
• Parent’s Phone Number
**Please use your child’s name as the subject line**
Mr. Rexo will then send you a unique registration link for your scout.
13. SAFEGUARDING YOUTH TRAINING.
This training is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we are all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe.
****Scouting America is deactivating registrations of Adult Leaders who have not completed the training by May 31, 2026. ****
14. COMMITTEE POSITIONS. The Troop needs an Outdoor Chair. This is a Committee Position. It does not require going on any campouts. The role schedules the logistics and handles the signups and communication regarding the campouts. It is a very important positions and needs filled as soon as possible. If interested, please contact Mr. Thompson.
15. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
I hope everyone had a lovely Spring Break! Please check announcements below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – APRIL 7 – We’ll meet on Tuesday (April 7) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682B);
-Patrol Time
– Some MB Madness classes may still meet, First Aid training, game;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682B); and
– closing and clean up.
2. Trash Raccoons Patrol needs to arrive early (6:45) for setup.
3. MARCH PATROL LEADER COUNCIL MEETING – APRIL 6. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council (PLC) will meet on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 7:00 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. Other than assistant patrol leaders, and unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs) are expected to attend the meeting. If you are unable to do so, please be sure to email copying another adult leader and or parent.
4. MERIT BADGE MADNESS – MB classes will meet after Patrol Time. Please complete any homework!
– Family Life – Ms. Marjie
– Citizenship in the Nation – Mr. Cattafesta
– Sustainability – Mr. Rexo
– Personal Management – Mr. Burt
– Communications – Mr. McWhirter
– Cyber Security – Mr. Gurjar
5. CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM. Will resume after Merit Badge Madness is complete.
6. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 11. Yash Lahar will be conducting a second session of his project on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. In this session, we will finish the shelving by inserting and painting the shelves as well as painting the whole thing. Please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Food will be provided. I am not sure we will be able to provide a female adult leader as there is a conflicting activity. If you plan to attend, your parent may need to stay.
Sign up link :https://www.signupgenius.com/
7. RECRUITMENT EVENT APRIL 14 – 682G will be hosting a recruitment event during our April 14 Troop meeting. We will practice some scout skills, play a game, and have a snack. Finalized details to be shared during tomorrow’s meeting. Each Scout should invite a friend and/or share the information about the event. (When: 4/14 @ 7pm, Where: PVUMC, What: Scouting Fun!)
8. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Brielle Thompson will lead her Eagle Scout project on Saturday, April 18. The rain date is Sunday, April 19. The project will begin at 9:00 am at 25639 Gum Spring Road (while driving south on Gum Spring Road, cross Braddock Road, turn right into the second driveway, and proceed to the smaller storage shed). The project will benefit Bikes for Orphans and Gateway Community Church. It involves constructing shelves to store donated bicycles before they are transported to Zambia, Africa. Please wear clothes appropriate for the weather that can get dirty, wear closed toe shoes, and bring work gloves. Snacks, lunch, and drinks will be provided. There is no signup, just mark your calendar and come help. If you have any bikes you plan to rehome, they can be brought along for donation.
9. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Jonathan Cattafesta will begin part 1 of his Eagle Scout project on Saturday April 18 (April 19 is a backup) at 9am at the PVUMC pavilion
(The location of our outside meetings). The project involves pavilion restoration (wood repair, sanding and painting). Please wear appropriate clothing that can get paint on them. Also bring work gloves, eye protection, and closed toe shoes. If possible, please bring additional paint brushes and rollers to help paint the pavilion columns. Snacks, lunch and drinks will be provided. Please note this is at the same time as Brielle’s project. I am not sure we will be able to provide a female adult leader. If you plan to attend, your parent may need to stay.
10. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 24-26 – The troops yearly New Scout Skills Campout will be at Catoctin Mountain Park. Scouts will spend the weekend working on or reviewing skills Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class to include First Aid, Fire Building, Outdoor Cooking, and much, much more.
Please register @ https://forms.gle/
** Pack 910 Field Games – April 25- if anyone who is not attending the scout skills Campout wants to assist with the Pack 910 Field Games to support the Pack and earn service hours.
** Pack 1148 Earth Day Clean-up – April 26, 2:00 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Little River Elementary. Scouts will need to bring gloves and water.
11. TROOP ELECTIONS – APRIL 28
12. SUMMER CAMP, CAMP PIPSICO, JULY 12-18, 2026. The Troops will attend Camp Pipsico on the James River in the Tidewater Council (57 Pipsico Rd, Spring Grove, VA 23881) during Week 5: July 12–18. There is a $20 early bird discount for registrations submitted and paid by April 13th.(The normal price this year is $445 per scout.) For more details, visit the camp website: https://pipsicobsa.com/summer-
If your scout wants to review the merit badge schedule ahead of time: https://pipsicobsa.com/wp-
Merit badge sign up opens April 11 @ 10 am and will use the same login credentials from registering.
Please note this camp does have a dress code:
“uniform & dress code (youth & Adult)
The Scouts BSA Field uniform, commonly referred to as Class A, is the expected uniform for evening flag ceremonies. At other times, we encourage all campers to wear an activity uniform including Scout shorts, Scout belt, and a casual shirt or T-shirt with a Scouting theme. Sleeveless shirts are acceptable; please no halter tops or spaghetti straps. Campers midriffs must be covered. Shirts that promote alcohol, tobacco, or are otherwise inconsistent with Scouting values are not allowed. Note that appropriate uniforms are a criterion for the Honor
Troop Award. Shorts shall be to at least fingertip length. Swimsuits must be modest and appropriately cover the body. Females, one-piece suits are preferred.
Closed-toe shoes that secure to the foot, must be worn at all times by everyone including visitors. Scouts taking waterfront merit badges should bring an extra pair of sneakers or water shoes to wear during those activities. Footwear is required at the waterfront for everyone. No flip flops, sandals, or Crocs. The only exceptions are while in a shower building, inside the pool perimeter fence, or in bed.”
There will be an additional Troop level fee for transportation to summer camp. The fee will be determined closer to camp when we have an idea of how many are attending and what gas prices may be.
To register, please email: troop682summercamp@gmail.com with the following details:
• Scout First Name
• Scout Last Name
• Troop (682B/682G)
• Rank
• Age (at camp)
• Parent’s Name (First and Last)
• Parent’s Email
• Parent’s Phone Number
**Please use your child’s name as the subject line**
Mr. Rexo will then send you a unique registration link for your scout. Please save this link, as it will also be used for merit badge registration.
13. ADULT LEADERS, SAFEGUARDING YOUTH TRAINING COURSE. Scouting America launched the new Safeguarding Youth Training last year which replaces Youth Protection Training. This training is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers and has been developed with insights from leading experts in child safety, law enforcement, and child psychology. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we are all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe.
****Scouting America deactivated registrations of Adult Leaders who had not completed the training by March 31, 2026. ****
14. COMMITTEE POSITIONS. The Troop needs an Outdoor Chair. This is a Committee Position. It does not require going on any campouts. The role schedules the logistics and handles the signups and communication regarding the campouts. It is a very important positions and needs filled as soon as possible. If interested, please contact Mr. Thompson.
15. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
Just a reminder we do NOT have a Troop meeting this week. I hope everyone enjoys some rest over spring break and hopefully some time outside! Happy Easter to any celebrating!
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 31– We will not have a scout meeting on March 31 due to Spring Break.
2. MARCH PATROL LEADER COUNCIL MEETING – APRIL 6. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council (PLC) will meet on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 7:00 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. Other than assistant patrol leaders, and unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs) are expected to attend the meeting. If you are unable to do so, please be sure to email copying another adult leader and or parent.
3. CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM. Will resume after Merit Badge Madness.
4. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Brielle Thompson will lead her Eagle Scout project on Saturday, April 18.The rain date is Sunday, April 19. The project will begin at 9:00 am at 25639 Gum Spring Road (while driving south on Gum Spring Road, cross Braddock Road, turn right into the second driveway, and proceed to the smaller storage shed). The project will benefit Bikes for Orphans and Gateway Community Church. It involves constructing shelves to store donated bicycles before they are transported to Zambia, Africa. Please wear clothes appropriate for the weather that can get dirty, wear closed toe shoes, and bring work gloves. Snacks, lunch, and drinks will be provided. If you have any bikes you plan to rehome, they can be brought along for donation.
5. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Jonathan Cattafesta will begin part 1 of his Eagle Scout project on Saturday April 18 (April 19 is a backup) at 9am at the PVUMC pavilion (The location of our outside meetings). The project involves pavilion restoration (wood repair, sanding and painting). Please wear appropriate clothing that can get paint on them. Also bring work gloves, eye protection, and closed toe shoes. If possible, please bring additional paint brushes and rollers to help paint the pavilion columns. Snacks, lunch and drinks will be provided. Please note this is at the same time as Brielle’s project, I am not sure we will be able to supply a female leader for John’s project. If you plan to attend his, please let me know.
6. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 24-26 – Details to be provided later. This is an important yearly campout for the Troops. Our scouts that still need lower rank requirements will definitely want to attend. It is also important for our scouts that have been in the program longer to attend in order to teach those skills.
7. PACK 910 FIELD GAMES – APRIL 25. If anyone who is not attending the Scout Skills Campout wants to assist with the Pack 910 Field Games, they can support the Pack and earn service hours.
8. TROOP ELECTIONS – APRIL 28
9. SUMMER CAMP, CAMP PIPSICO, JULY 12-18, 2026. The Troops will attend Camp Pipsico on the James River in the Tidewater Council (57 Pipsico Rd, Spring Grove, VA 23881) during Week 5: July 12–18. There is a $20 early bird discount for registrations submitted and paid by April 13th.(The normal price this year is $445 per scout.) For more details, visit the camp website: https://pipsicobsa.com/summer-
Please note this camp does have a dress code listed. No crop tops, spaghetti straps, or halter top. Shorts must be fingertip length. Bathing suits need to be one piece, or if a tankini, the midriff should be covered. No bikinis.
Merit badge sign up opens tomorrow using the same login credentials from registering. You can view the MB schedule here: https://pipsicobsa.com/wp-
There will be an additional Troop level fee for transportation to summer camp. The fee will be determined closer to camp when we have an idea of how many are attending and what gas prices may be.
To register, please email: troop682summercamp@gmail.com with the following details:
• Scout First Name
• Scout Last Name
• Troop (682B/682G)
• Rank
• Age (at camp)
• Parent’s Name (First and Last)
• Parent’s Email
• Parent’s Phone Number
**Please use your child’s name as the subject line**
Mr. Rexo will then send you a unique registration link for your scout. Please save this link, as it will also be used for merit badge registration.
10. ADULT LEADERS, SAFEGUARDING YOUTH TRAINING COURSE. Scouting America launched the new Safeguarding Youth Training last year which replaces Youth Protection Training. This training is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers and has been developed with insights from leading experts in child safety, law enforcement, and child psychology. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we are all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe.
****Scouting America is deactivating registrations of Adult Leaders who have not completed the training by March 31, 2026. ****
Course Details: Duration: ~90 minutes
After completing the full course once, a 15-minute refresher and retest is required YEARLY to stay current.
11. COMMITTEE POSITIONS. The Troop needs an Outdoor Chair. This is a Committee Position. It does not require going on any campouts. The role schedules the logistics and handles the signups and communication regarding the campouts. It is a very important positions and needs filled as soon as possible. If interested, please contact Mr. Thompson.
12. MERIT BADGE TEST LAB – MILITARY SERVICE & VETERANS BADGE. The Military Service & Veterans Badge is now entering the Scouts BSA Test Lab. This badge invites Scouts to explore the values, history, and human stories behind military service. Designed to deepen understanding and foster respect, this badge connects Scouts with the heritage of our Armed Forces and the individuals who have served our nation with courage and commitment. Through hands-on learning, meaningful conversations, and active community involvement, Scouts develop a richer appreciation for service, leadership, peace, and patriotism. Honoring Service. Understanding Sacrifice. Inspiring Leadership.
As a Test Lab badge, Scouts have a chance to help shape what this badge becomes. Learn more about the Test Lab Rules and this new badge at
https://www.scouting.org/
13. NEW TENT POLICY.
In the past, Troop 682 provided tents for campouts. In recent years, however, troop tents used during campouts have not been returned, or have been returned damaged. Despite purchasing numerous new tents in recent years, the troop again has insufficient tents. To address this continuing concern, during its February 9, 2026 meeting, the Troop 682 Committee decided that:
After a Scout earns Second Class rank, or is active in the troop for 12 months, he or she is expected to provide his or her own tent for campouts (or tent with another scout providing his or her own tent) and between 2 and 4 Scouts will tent together.
Absent special circumstances approved by the Scoutmaster or trip leader, a Scout may not tent by himself or herself.
The tenting expectation begins immediately, with reasonable time to accommodate obtaining a tent or tenting with another Scout that has a tent.
The troop will continue providing tents for Scouts with no rank to Tenderfoot rank, or active in the troop for less than 12 months.
To the extent possible, the troop will continue providing tents for backpacking campouts.
If providing his or her own tent is financially challenging for a Scout, then the Scout should speak with his or her Scoutmaster.
14. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
What a wonderful weekend (minus one ugly thunderstorm)! The Troop attended Camp Highroad and had a great time: completed team-building challenges, zip-lined, removed invasive lantern fly eggs, and successfully built a campfire despite some heavy rain the night before. I hope everyone else was able to enjoy the pretty weather also!
All scouts, please be sure you are completing any MB class homework/requirements assigned by your MB Counselor.
Toasted Marshmallows Patrol has setup, opening, closing, and cleanup for the meeting Tuesday.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 24– We’ll meet on Tuesday (March 24) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682G);
-Patrol Time
– MB Madness classes will meet;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682G); and
– closing and clean up.
2. Toasted Marshmallows Patrol needs to arrive early (6:45) for setup and stay a little late to sweep. They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
3. MERIT BADGE MADNESS – MB classes will meet after Patrol Time. Please complete any homework!
– Family Life – Ms. Marjie
– Citizenship in the Nation – Mr. Cattafesta
– Sustainability – Mr. Rexo
– Personal Management – Mr. Burt
– Communications – Mr. McWhirter
– Cyber Security – Mr. Gurjar
4. OA ORDEAL & BROTHERHOOD – MARCH 27-29. The Amangamek-Wipit Lodge is holding the Mega Ordeal on March 27-29 at Camp Snyder. Registration closed today at 3:30 pm. If you have questions or you are a current OA member that wants to assist as an Elongomat, please reach out to Mr. Whiteley.
5. NO SCOUT MEETING MARCH 31 – We will not have a scout meeting on March 31 due to Spring Break.
6. CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM. Will resume after Merit Badge Madness.
7. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Brielle Thompson will lead her Eagle Scout project on Saturday, April 18.The rain date is Sunday, April 19. The project will begin at 9:00 am at 25639 Gum Spring Road (while driving south on Gum Spring Road, cross Braddock Road, turn right into the second driveway, and proceed to the smaller storage shed). The project will benefit Bikes for Orphans and Gateway Community Church. It involves constructing shelves to store donated bicycles before they are transported to Zambia, Africa. Please wear clothes appropriate for the weather that can get dirty, wear closed toe shoes, and bring work gloves. Snacks, lunch, and drinks will be provided. If you have any bikes you plan to rehome, they can be brought along for donation.
8. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Jonathan Cattafesta will begin part 1 of his Eagle Scout project on Saturday April 18 (April 19 is a backup) at 9am at the PVUMC pavilion
(The location of our outside meetings). The project involves pavilion restoration (wood repair, sanding and painting). Please wear appropriate clothing that can get paint on them. Also bring work gloves, eye protection, and closed toe shoes. If possible, please bring additional paint brushes and rollers to help paint the pavilion columns. Snacks, lunch and drinks will be provided. Please note this is at the same time as Brielle’s project, I am not sure we will be able to supply a female leader for John’s project. If you plan to attend his, please let me know.
9. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 24-26 – Details to be provided later. This is an important yearly campout for the Troops. Our scouts that still need lower rank requirements will definitely want to attend. It is also important for our scouts that have been in the program longer to attend in order to teach those skills.
10. PACK 910 FIELD GAMES – APRIL 25. If anyone who is not attending the Scout Skills Campout wants to assist with the Pack 910 Field Games, they can support the Pack and earn service hours.
11. TROOP ELECTIONS – APRIL 28
12. SUMMER CAMP, CAMP PIPSICO, JULY 12-18, 2026. The Troops will attend Camp Pipsico on the James River in the Tidewater Council (57 Pipsico Rd, Spring Grove, VA 23881) during Week 5: July 12–18. There is a $20 early bird discount for registrations submitted and paid by April 13th. (The normal price this year is $445 per scout.) For more details, visit the camp website: https://pipsicobsa.com/summer-
If your scout wants to review the merit badge schedule ahead of time, please print this page: https://pipsicobsa.com/wp-
There will be an additional Troop level fee for transportation to summer camp. The fee will be determined closer to camp when we have an idea of how many are attending and what gas prices may be.
To register, please email: troop682summercamp@gmail.com with the following details:
• Scout First Name
• Scout Last Name
• Troop (682B/682G)
• Rank
• Age (at camp)
• Parent’s Name (First and Last)
• Parent’s Email
• Parent’s Phone Number
**Please use your child’s name as the subject line**
Mr. Rexo will then send you a unique registration link for your scout. Please save this link, as it will also be used for merit badge registration.
13. ADULT LEADERS, SAFEGUARDING YOUTH TRAINING COURSE. Scouting America launched the new Safeguarding Youth Training last year which replaces Youth Protection Training. This training is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers and has been developed with insights from leading experts in child safety, law enforcement, and child psychology. This updated training reinforces a culture of active supervision, situational awareness, and safety, ensuring we are all equipped to help keep our Scouts safe.
****Scouting America is deactivating registrations of Adult Leaders who have not completed the training by March 31, 2026. ****
Course Details: Duration: ~90 minutes
After completing the full course once, a 15-minute refresher and retest is required YEARLY to stay current.
14. COMMITTEE POSITIONS. The Troop needs an Outdoor Chair. This is a Committee Position. It does not require going on any campouts. The role schedules the logistics and handles the signups and communication regarding the campouts. It is a very important positions and needs filled as soon as possible. If interested, please contact Mr. Thompson.
15. NEW MERIT BADGE BEING CONSIDERED. Scouting America has a new Competitive Gaming merit badge being considered. It is in what is called “test lab”. Scouts have the opportunity to complete the requirements, to be signed off by an adult leader within the Troop. If you complete all requirements and the end survey before June 2026, and the MB is accepted and becomes a new MB offering, you will earn the badge based on completing it during the testing phase. You can see the requirements at the following link:
https://www.scouting.org/
16. MERIT BADGE TEST LAB – MILITARY SERVICE & VETERANS BADGE. The Military Service & Veterans Badge is now entering the Scouts BSA Test Lab. This badge invites Scouts to explore the values, history, and human stories behind military service. Designed to deepen understanding and foster respect, this badge connects Scouts with the heritage of our Armed Forces and the individuals who have served our nation with courage and commitment. Through hands-on learning, meaningful conversations, and active community involvement, Scouts develop a richer appreciation for service, leadership, peace, and patriotism. Honoring Service. Understanding Sacrifice. Inspiring Leadership.
As a Test Lab badge, Scouts have a chance to help shape what this badge becomes. Learn more about the Test Lab Rules and this new badge at
https://www.scouting.org/
17. NEW TENT POLICY.
In the past, Troop 682 provided tents for campouts. In recent years, however, troop tents used during campouts have not been returned, or have been returned damaged. Despite purchasing numerous new tents in recent years, the troop again has insufficient tents. To address this continuing concern, during its February 9, 2026 meeting, the Troop 682 Committee decided that:
After a Scout earns Second Class rank, or is active in the troop for 12 months, he or she is expected to provide his or her own tent for campouts (or tent with another scout providing his or her own tent) and between 2 and 4 Scouts will tent together.
Absent special circumstances approved by the Scoutmaster or trip leader, a Scout may not tent by himself or herself.
The tenting expectation begins immediately, with reasonable time to accommodate obtaining a tent or tenting with another Scout that has a tent.
The troop will continue providing tents for Scouts with no rank to Tenderfoot rank, or active in the troop for less than 12 months.
To the extent possible, the troop will continue providing tents for backpacking campouts.
If providing his or her own tent is financially challenging for a Scout, then the Scout should speak with his or her Scoutmaster.
18. Additional Merit Badge Classes being offered at Camp Snyder:
Game Design/April 6, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Composite Materials/April 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
NEW! Oceanography MB/April 18, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
19. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
Thank you to all the scouts and adults that helped complete our mulch fundraiser this weekend. Well done everyone! Be sure you are completing any MB class homework/requirements assigned by your MB Counselor. If you are attending Camp Highroad, you may need to stay a little late after the meeting ends to finish meal planning. We will accomplish as much as possible during patrol time, but with MB Classes, time will be limited.
Tuesday is Saint Patrick’s Day. Both Troops are being allowed to wear Class B for the meeting. As the 682G shirts are blue, be sure to remember to also wear something green! Flaming Dolphin Patrol has setup, opening, closing, and cleanup for the meeting Tuesday.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 17– We’ll meet on Tuesday (March 17) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682G);
-Patrol Time – Meal Planning for Camp Highroad;
– MB Madness classes will meet;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682G); and
– closing and clean up.
2. Flaming Dolphin Patrol needs to arrive early (6:45) for setup and stay a little late to sweep. They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
3. MERIT BADGE MADNESS – MB classes will meet after Patrol Time. Please complete any homework!
– Family Life – Ms. Marjie
– Citizenship in the Nation – Mr. Cattafesta
– Sustainability – Mr. Rexo
– Personal Management – Mr. Burt
– Communications – Mr. McWhirter
– Cyber Security – Mr. Gurjar
4. CAMP HIGHROAD – MARCH 20-22. 682G will have a campout and participate in a 4 hour challenge course with zipline. Registration is closed. Scouts attending will meal plan at Tuesday’s meeting. Please try to arrive on time and plan to stay a little late if needed.
5. PACK 1148 ARROW OF LIGHT CROSSOVER – MARCH 21. Pack 1148 will be conducting their Arrow of Light Crossover ceremony on March 21, 2026, at Little River Elementary School from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Individuals who wish to assist with welcoming new Scouts should send me an email. Service time will be awarded for those who attend. Please note the date was listed wrong in the email last week.
6. OA ORDEAL & BROTHERHOOD – MARCH 27-29. The Amangamek-Wipit Lodge is holding the Mega Ordeal on March 27-29 at Camp Snyder. Those scouts recently earning nomination to the OA can register for the event here: National Capital Area Council – Lodge Mega Ordeal. If you choose to register for the Mega Ordeal, please choose the Ordeal Candidate option and your Chapter when prompted. You will need your BSA membership number to register, which can be found in your electronic Scoutbook records. Registration for the Mega Ordeal closes next Sunday, March 22 at 3:30 pm. Those OA members eligible for Brotherhood can also attend on Saturday to completed their Brotherhood Conversion. If you have questions, reach out to Maddie Kay, Gavin Holland, or Mr. Whiteley.
7. NO SCOUT MEETING MARCH 31 – We will not have a scout meeting on March 31 due to Spring Break.
8. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – APRIL 18. Brielle Thompson will lead her Eagle Scout project on Saturday, April 18.The rain date is Sunday, April 19. The project will begin at 9:00 am at 25639 Gum Spring Road (while driving south on Gum Spring Road, cross Braddock Road, turn right into the second driveway, and proceed to the smaller storage shed). The project will benefit Bikes for Orphans and Gateway Community Church. It involves constructing shelves to store donated bicycles before they are transported to Zambia, Africa. Please wear clothes appropriate for the weather that can get dirty, wear closed toe shoes, and bring work gloves. Snacks, lunch, and drinks will be provided. If you have any bikes you plan to rehome, they can be brought along for donation.
9. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 24-26 – Details to be provided later.
10. NEW MERIT BADGE BEING CONSIDERED. Scouting America has a new Competitive Gaming merit badge being considered. It is in what is called “test lab”. Scouts have the opportunity to complete the requirements, to be signed off by an adult leader within the Troop. If you complete all requirements and the end survey before June 2026, and the MB is accepted and becomes a new MB offering, you will earn the badge based on completing it during the testing phase. You can see the requirements at the following link:
https://www.scouting.org/
11. MERIT BADGE TEST LAB – MILITARY SERVICE & VETERANS BADGE. The Military Service & Veterans Badge is now entering the Scouts BSA Test Lab. This badge invites Scouts to explore the values, history, and human stories behind military service. Designed to deepen understanding and foster respect, this badge connects Scouts with the heritage of our Armed Forces and the individuals who have served our nation with courage and commitment. Through hands-on learning, meaningful conversations, and active community involvement, Scouts develop a richer appreciation for service, leadership, peace, and patriotism. Honoring Service. Understanding Sacrifice. Inspiring Leadership.
As a Test Lab badge, Scouts have a chance to help shape what this badge becomes. Learn more about the Test Lab Rules and this new badge at
https://www.scouting.org/
12. NEW TENT POLICY.
In the past, Troop 682 provided tents for campouts. In recent years, however, troop tents used during campouts have not been returned, or have been returned damaged. Despite purchasing numerous new tents in recent years, the troop again has insufficient tents. To address this continuing concern, during its February 9, 2026 meeting, the Troop 682 Committee decided that:
After a Scout earns Second Class rank, or is active in the troop for 12 months, he or she is expected to provide his or her own tent for campouts (or tent with another scout providing his or her own tent) and
Between 2 and 4 Scouts will tent together.
Absent special circumstances approved by the Scoutmaster or trip leader, a Scout may not tent by himself or herself.
The tenting expectation begins immediately, with reasonable time to accommodate obtaining a tent or tenting with another Scout that has a tent.
The troop will continue providing tents for Scouts with no rank to Tenderfoot rank, or active in the troop for less than 12 months.
To the extent possible, the troop will continue providing tents for backpacking campouts.
If providing his or her own tent is financially challenging for a Scout, then the Scout should speak with his or her Scoutmaster.
13. Additional Merit Badge Classes being offered at Camp Snyder:
Game Design/April 6, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Composite Materials/April 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
NEW! Oceanography MB/April 18, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
14. SUMMIT EXPERIENCE. A few reminders. Final payment of $575 is due now. Please submit payment to Mr. Storch as soon as possible. Checks made payable to “BSA Troop 682”.
Please get your annual physical scheduled. Please go to this site https://www.scouting.org/
Also please respond to my last email with your shirt size and vote on the shirt color.
15. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
The first flowers are blooming in my front yard! I hope everyone enjoyed the beautiful weekend. Please sign-up for the Camp Highroad campout as soon as possible. PLC will meet tomorrow, Monday, at the church. Black Elk Patrol has setup, opening, closing, and cleanup for the meeting Tuesday.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 10 – We’ll meet on Tuesday (March 10) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682G);
-Patrol Time;
– MB Madness classes will meet;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682G); and
– closing and clean up.
2. Black Elk Patrol needs to arrive early (6:45) for setup and stay a little late to sweep. They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
3. MARCH PATROL LEADER COUNCIL MEETING – March 9. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council (PLC) will meet on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:15 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. I apologize for the late cancellation last week. We had multiple people ill and with the freezing rain and LCPS declaring a 2 hour delay decided to postpone. Please note we will start 15 minutes later than usual, as I must pick up my son first. Other than assistant patrol leaders, and unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs) are expected to attend the meeting. If you are unable to do so, please be sure to email copying another adult leader and or parent.
4. MERIT BADGE MADNESS – MB classes will meet after Patrol Time in the same locations as last week.
– Family Life – Ms. Marjie
– Citizenship in the Nation – Mr. Cattafesta
– Sustainability – Mr. Rexo
– Personal Management – Mr. Burt
– Communications – Mr. McWhirter
– Cyber Security – Mr. Gurjar
5. ORDER OF THE ARROW CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 12. The Order of the Arrow Chapter 27, Sully will meet at 7 p.m. at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Blvd, Chantilly VA). OA members in the Troop are encouraged to attend.
6. PACK 910 ARROW OF LIGHT CROSSOVER – MARCH 13. Pack 910 will be conducting their Arrow of Light Crossover ceremony on March 13, 2026, at Liberty Elementary School at 7 p.m. The Troop will be there to welcome six new Scouts to the Troop. If you would like to attend to help with the crossover, please send me an email. Service time will be awarded for those who attend.
7. MULCH DISTRIBUTION – MARCH 14. The order is placed and we should receive the mulch in time to spend Saturday March 14 delivering the mulch. We will need a strong turnout of scouts and adults. If you have a truck or other larger vehicles that can assist in transporting the mulch, that would be a great help. We will pair transport vehicles with another adult that can help transport the scouts for unloading the mulch. Please meet at PVUMC Saturday morning at 8 am. Please come prepared in clothing that can get dirty, bring a water bottle, gloves if you want them, and eat a hearty breakfast beforehand.
8. CAMP HIGHROAD – MARCH 20-22. 682G will have a campout and participate in a 4 hour challenge course with zipline. Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/
9. PACK 1148 ARROW OF LIGHT CROSSOVER – MARCH 24. Pack 1148 will be conducting their Arrow of Light Crossover ceremony on March 24, 2026, individuals who wish to assist with welcoming new Scouts should send me an email. Service time will be awarded for those who attend.
10. NEW MERIT BADGE BEING CONSIDERED. Scouting America has a new Competitive Gaming merit badge being considered. It is in what is called “test lab”. Scouts have the opportunity to complete the requirements, to be signed off by an adult leader within the Troop. If you complete all requirements and the end survey before June 2026, and the MB is accepted and becomes a new MB offering, you will earn the badge based on completing it during the testing phase. You can see the requirements at the following link:
11. NEW TENT POLICY.
In the past, Troop 682 provided tents for campouts. In recent years, however, troop tents used during campouts have not been returned, or have been returned damaged. Despite purchasing numerous new tents in recent years, the troop again has insufficient tents. To address this continuing concern, during its February 9, 2026 meeting, the Troop 682 Committee decided that:
After a Scout earns Second Class rank, or is active in the troop for 12 months, he or she is expected to provide his or her own tent for campouts (or tent with another scout providing his or her own tent) and
Between 2 and 4 Scouts will tent together.
Absent special circumstances approved by the Scoutmaster or trip leader, a Scout may not tent by himself or herself.
The tenting expectation begins immediately, with reasonable time to accommodate obtaining a tent or tenting with another Scout that has a tent.
The troop will continue providing tents for Scouts with no rank to Tenderfoot rank, or active in the troop for less than 12 months.
To the extent possible, the troop will continue providing tents for backpacking campouts.
If providing his or her own tent is financially challenging for a Scout, then the Scout should speak with his or her Scoutmaster.
12. Additional Merit Badge Classes being offered at Camp Snyder:
Game Design/April 6, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Composite Materials/April 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
NEW! Oceanography MB/April 18, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
13. SUMMIT EXPERIENCE. A few reminders. Final payment of $575 is due now. Please submit payment to Mr. Storch as soon as possible. Checks made payable to “BSA Troop 682”. All participant parents should have received an email with a link to complete the required online disclaimers and consent to attend the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Please complete this as soon as possible. Please get your annual physical scheduled. Please go to this site https://www.scouting.org/
Make sure you get the troop swim check on your calendar. Right now it is scheduled for May 5, 2026. If you can’t make that one please let me know so we can get you to an alternate swim check. Everyone needs to complete the swimmer check. If you do not pass, the Summit can place you with another unit to do a different activity on the day of white water rafting.
14. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
We had a really neat trip to the zoo Saturday. The weather was fantastic and lots of the animals were out having a good time. Thank you to everyone for supporting the first part of the mulch fundraiser. We are now closed for orders. We should have the mulch in time for deliveries on March 14. Please plan to come assist. Times will be provided soon.
682G should be opening and closing for the month of March. As we missed the last January meeting due to snow, we will pickup with the group from that meeting: Toasted Marshmallows Patrol.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 2 – We’ll meet on Tuesday (March 2) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682G);
-Patrol Time;
– MB Madness classes will meet;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682G); and
– closing and clean up.
2. Toasted Marshmallows Patrol needs to arrive early (6:45) for setup and stay a little late (Kavya, Elizabeth W, Josie, Ananya J, Aliyah, Vibha, Aarushi). They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
3. MARCH PATROL LEADER COUNCIL MEETING – March 2. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council (PLC) will meet on today (Monday, March 2, 2026) at 7:00 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. Other than assistant patrol leaders, and unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs) are expected to attend the meeting.
4. MERIT BADGE MADNESS – We will begin Merit Badge Madness this month. Scouts will meet will start Merit Badges after Patrol Time.
– Family Life – Ms. Marjie
– Citizenship in the Nation – Mr. Cattafesta
– Sustainability – Mr. Rexo
– Personal Management – Mr. Burt
– Communications – Mr. McWhirter
– Cyber Security – Mr. Gurjar
On Friday, Scouting America, in an agreement with the Department of War, discontinued Citizenship in Society Merit Badge effective 2/27/2026. The Troop is no longer able to teach this Merit Badge, as alternative, the Troop is offering the Cyber Security Merit Badge. If you were previously enrolled in Citizenship in Society you are now enrolled in Cyber Security unless already approved to switch. There are extra spots available for this badge if anyone is interested. Please reach out to Mr. Williams if interested. wllmsri5@gmail.com
5. NEW TENT POLICY.
In the past, Troop 682 provided tents for campouts. In recent years, however, troop tents used during campouts have not been returned, or have been returned damaged. Despite purchasing numerous new tents in recent years, the troop again has insufficient tents. To address this continuing concern, during its February 9, 2026 meeting, the Troop 682 Committee decided that:
After a Scout earns Second Class rank, or is active in the troop for 12 months, he or she is expected to provide his or her own tent for campouts (or tent with another scout providing his or her own tent) and
Between 2 and 4 Scouts will tent together.
Absent special circumstances approved by the Scoutmaster or trip leader, a Scout may not tent by himself or herself.
The tenting expectation begins immediately, with reasonable time to accommodate obtaining a tent or tenting with another Scout that has a tent.
The troop will continue providing tents for Scouts with no rank to Tenderfoot rank, or active in the troop for less than 12 months.
To the extent possible, the troop will continue providing tents for backpacking campouts.
If providing his or her own tent is financially challenging for a Scout, then the Scout should speak with his or her Scoutmaster.
6. TROOP 964 TRAIN SHOW AND MODEL RAILROADING MERIT BADGE, MARCH 7-8. Troop 964 of Dale City, VA will be hosting on of the largest train shows in the DC Area. Scouts can take the merit badge class and earn their railroading merit badge. The event will be hosted at Lake Ridge Middle School, Woodbridge, VA. Registration is available online this year to make it even easier. Information can be found at troop964.org.
7. MULCH DISTRIBUTION – MARCH 14. The order is placed and we should receive the mulch in time to spend Saturday March 14 delivering the mulch. We will need a strong turnout of scouts and adults. If you have a truck or other larger vehicles that can assist in transporting the mulch, that would be a great help. We will pair transport vehicles with another adult that can help transport the scouts for unloading the mulch. Additional details soon.
8. CAMP HIGHROAD – MARCH 20-22. 682G will have a campout and participate in a 4 hour challenge course with zipline. Additional information and the registration will be emailed this week.
9. Additional Merit Badge Classes being offered at Camp Snyder:
Game Design/April 6, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Composite Materials/April 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
NEW! Oceanography MB/April 18, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
10. SUMMIT EXPERIENCE. A few reminders. Final payment of $575 is due now. Please submit payment to Mr. Storch as soon as possible. Checks made payable to “BSA Troop 682”. All participant parents should have received an email with a link to complete the required online disclaimers and consent to attend the Summit Bechtel Reserve. Please complete this as soon as possible. Please get your annual physical scheduled. Please go to this site https://www.scouting.org/
Make sure you get the troop swim check on your calendar. Right now it is scheduled for May 5, 2026. If you can’t make that one please let me know so we can get you to an alternate swim check. Everyone needs to complete the swimmer check. If you do not pass, the Summit can place you with another unit to do a different activity on the day of white water rafting.
At this time we can still add scouts to our Summit roster. If you wish to participate, please reach out ASAP, as the cutoff is fast approaching.
The trip will be June 28 to July 4. You must be 13 by June 28, 2026 to be able to attend. Here is a link to more information about the program: https://www.summitbsa.org/
The total cost for the trip is $1325 per person. This cost includes summit fee, ground transportation and other miscellaneous costs.
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
I’m watching the pretty snowflakes fall since it finally switched from rain. This is not likely to stick around and cause problems near as long as the January snowcrete, but a reminder that our scout meeting will be canceled if schools are closed for the weather and road conditions.
Please plan to attend our virtual parent meeting tomorrow on 2/23 at 7 pm. Also we have OA elections on Tuesday 2/24 and need a majority of scouts to attend to be able to hold the elections. If you plan to attend the zoo trip on 2/28, please register by Tuesday evening.
Order mulch and share our fundraiser!
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – FEBRUARY 24 – We’ll meet on Tuesday (February 24) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening;
– Opening Announcements (682B);
-Patrol Time;
– Introduction to MB Madness classes, OA election, and fire pit;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682B); and
– closing and clean up.
2. VIRTUAL PARENT MEETING, FEBRUARY 23. Parents of Troop 682, please mark your calendar to attend a Troops 682 B&G virtual parent meeting at 7 pm on February 23. During the meeting, we’ll report on troop activities, note areas where assistance is needed, and answer questions.
Topic: Troop 682 Parents and Adult Leaders Meeting
Time: Feb 23, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 863 7541 1169
Passcode: 659644
3. ORDER OF THE ARROW TROOP ELECTIONS, FEBRUARY 24. Order of the Arrow Troop Elections will be conducted on 24 February at the Troop meeting. Maximum participation is needed by the Troop. For information, please see your OA Representatives, Gavin Holland, Maddie Kay, or Mr. Whiteley.
In preparation for the election, please note the following instructions for voting:
• Select the candidates who, in your
opinion, have set the best examples of brotherhood, cheerfulness, and service.
• Vote only for those you believe will
continue in unselfish service to your
unit.
• If you feel that no one is worthy, turn in a blank ballot.
• If you are new in the unit and do not know the candidates well enough to vote wisely, you may abstain by not turning in a ballot at all; this will not affect the final result.
• Youth members eligible for election also vote, and they may vote for themselves if they feel they are worthy.
4. 682G ZOO TRIP – FEBRUARY 28. We have a day trip to the National Zoo planned for Saturday, February 28. We will meet at PVUMC at 8:30 am and return at 5 pm. We have 2 deep leadership, but could use one more adult to drive. Please register (before February 25) at this link:
5. NEW TENT POLICY.
In the past, Troop 682 provided tents for campouts. In recent years, however, troop tents used during campouts have not been returned, or have been returned damaged. Despite purchasing numerous new tents in recent years, the troop again has insufficient tents. To address this continuing concern, during its February 9, 2026 meeting, the Troop 682 Committee decided that:
After a Scout earns Second Class rank, or is active in the troop for 12 months, he or she is expected to provide his or her own tent for campouts (or tent with another scout providing his or her own tent) and
Between 2 and 4 Scouts will tent together.
Absent special circumstances approved by the Scoutmaster or trip leader, a Scout may not tent by himself or herself.
The tenting expectation begins immediately, with reasonable time to accommodate obtaining a tent or tenting with another Scout that has a tent.
The troop will continue providing tents for Scouts with no rank to Tenderfoot rank, or active in the troop for less than 12 months.
To the extent possible, the troop will continue providing tents for backpacking campouts.
If providing his or her own tent is financially challenging for a Scout, then the Scout should speak with his or her Scoutmaster.
6. TROOP 964 TRAIN SHOW AND MODEL RAILROADING MERIT BADGE, MARCH 7-8. Troop 964 of Dale City, VA will be hosting on of the largest train shows in the DC Area. Scouts can take the merit badge class and earn their railroading merit badge. The event will be hosted at Lake Ridge Middle School, Woodbridge, VA. Registration is available online this year to make it even easier. Information can be found at troop964.org.
7. MULCH DISTRIBUTION – MARCH 14. We are hoping to receive the mulch in time to spend Saturday March 14 delivering the mulch. We will need a strong turnout of scouts and adults. If you have a truck or other larger vehicle that can assist in transporting the mulch, that would be great. We may need to pair with another adult that can help transport the scouts for unloading. More details will be provided once we have a confirmed delivery window, but please mark your calendars.
8. CAMP HIGHROAD – MARCH 20-22. 682G will have a campout and participate in a 4 hour challenge course with zipline. Additional information coming soon.
9. Additional Merit Badge Classes being offered at Camp Snyder:
Game Design/April 6, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Composite Materials/April 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
NEW! Oceanography MB/April 18, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
10. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi Troop 682G!
I hope everyone is having a lovely holiday weekend and enjoyed the beautiful weather Saturday! Thank you to all the scouts and parents that helped support our mulch fundraiser doortag distribution and the Pack 1148 Pinewood Derby.
Any families that would like to distribute an additional route, please reach out, we have a few routes we did not manage to cover Saturday. We will also have doortags at the meeting Tuesday for scouts to bring home to place in their own neighborhoods.
Please see announcements below, including details of the new 682 Tent Policy and a virtual parent meeting on 2/23.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – FEBRUARY 17 – We’ll meet on Tuesday (February 17) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50) Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening
– Opening Announcements (682B)
-Patrol Time
– Scout Spirit Activity, Journalism Merit Badge completion, and Religious Emblem breakouts
– Quartermaster Tasks
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, Scoutmaster minute (682B); and
– closing and clean up.
2. CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM. Will meet during the meeting.
As noted in Mr. Thompson’s email, before the meeting, please:
• Contemplate whether the existence of evil and suffering is an argument for or against the existence of God (while we discussed the issue some during the last meeting, we’ll discuss it more);
• Skim section 2 (“God Doesn’t Expect Us to Do It on Our Own”) of the student workbook;
• Read the Bible verses and answer the questions for items 1 and 2 under “More About Paul,” and item 1 under “Other Men and Women In The Bible;” and
• Write the names of people who have helped you in a special way, and give instances and examples of how they impacted your life.
Also, please remember to read the book of Matthew. As we discussed previously, a parent will need to confirm that you read Matthew before you complete the program.
Lastly, please remember to bring your Bible and student workbook to the meeting.
3. JOURNALISM MERIT BADGE. Those currently working on the Journalism Merit Badge will meet in one of the downstairs classrooms with Ms. Nandamuri. Please be in the classroom as soon as patrol time is over to complete the Merit Badge.
4. NEW TENT POLICY.
As announced during the Court of Honor:
In the past, Troop 682 provided tents for campouts. In recent years, however, troop tents used during campouts have not been returned, or have been returned damaged. Despite purchasing numerous new tents in recent years, the troop again has insufficient tents. To address this continuing concern, during its February 9, 2026 meeting, the Troop 682 Committee decided that:
After a Scout earns Second Class rank, or is active in the troop for 12 months, he or she is expected to provide his or her own tent for campouts (or tent with another scout providing his or her own tent) and
Between 2 and 4 Scouts will tent together.
Absent special circumstances approved by the Scoutmaster or trip leader, a Scout may not tent by himself or herself.
The tenting expectation begins immediately, with reasonable time to accommodate obtaining a tent or tenting with another Scout that has a tent.
The troop will continue providing tents for Scouts with no rank to Tenderfoot rank, or active in the troop for less than 12 months.
To the extent possible, the troop will continue providing tents for backpacking campouts.
If providing his or her own tent is financially challenging for a Scout, then the Scout should speak with his or her Scoutmaster.
5. UNIVERSITY of SCOUTING – February 21, 7:30am-5:00pm. Scouting University is on February 21, 2026 at Hayfield High school in Alexandria Virginia.
Event information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Course catalog: https://scoutingevent.com/
6. VIRTUAL PARENT MEETING, FEBRUARY 23. Parents of Troop 682, please mark your calendar to attend a Troops 682 B&G virtual parent meeting at 7 pm on February 23. During the meeting, we’ll report on troop activities, note areas where assistance is needed, and answer questions.
Topic: Troop 682 Parents and Adult Leaders Meeting
Time: Feb 23, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 863 7541 1169
Passcode: 659644
7. ORDER OF THE ARROW TROOP ELECTIONS, FEBRUARY 24. Order of the Arrow Troop Elections will be conducted on 24 February at the Troop. Maximum participation is needed by the Troop. For information, please see your OA Representatives, Gavin Holland, Maddie Kay, or Mr. Whiteley.
8. 682G ZOO TRIP – FEBRUARY 28. We have a day trip to the National Zoo planned for Saturday, February 28. We will meet at PVUMC at 8:30 am and return at 5 pm. Please register (before February 25) at this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/
9. SCOUT DAYS: HANDS-ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXPERIENCES FOR YOUTH. Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management is offering during Scout Days, youth participate in a guided tour of our Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and learn how emergency management, public safety officials, and 911 dispatchers work together to protect the community. This is an individual Scout activity. Parents will need to sign their scout up with the link provided below.
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
10. TROOP 964 TRAIN SHOW AND MODEL RAILROADING MERIT BADGE, MARCH 7-8. Troop 964 of Dale City, VA will be hosting on of the largest train shows in the DC Area. Scouts can take the merit badge class and earn their railroading merit badge. The event will be hosted at Lake Ridge Middle School, Woodbridge, VA. Registration is available online this year to make it even easier. Information can be found at troop964.org.
11. Additional Merit Badge Classes being offered at Camp Snyder:
Game Design/April 6, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Composite Materials/April 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
NEW! Oceanography MB/April 18, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
12. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
Thank you to the scout families that came to PVUMC this morning to help celebrate 116 years of Scouting in America. The church was happy to see the scouts and fellowship with us. Remember, Tuesday is our Winter Court of Honor. If you are a member of Black Elk Patrol, please arrive early to prepare for the presentation of the flags.
Plan to distribute mulch doortags Saturday 2/14 from 12:30pm – 5pm. Please keep sharing the mulch website with friends and neighbors!
https://
Announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – FEBRUARY 10*. We’ll meet on Tuesday (February 10) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting we’ll conduct the Winter Court of Honor:
– Set up (6:40 pm) and meeting opening
– closing and clean up.
2. TROOP 682 MULCH FUNDRAISER DOOR TAG DISTRIBUTION, FEBRUARY 14. The Door Tag Distribution had to be postponed because of extremely low temps and high winds. The new date is February 14, from 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm. The troop will meet at PVUMC and spilt into teams. If you are assisting with Pack 1148 Pinewood Derby, please join us afterward.
3. CUB SCOUT PACK 1148 PINEWOOD DERBY. FEBRUARY 14. Pack 1148 has requested some Scouts to assist with the Pack Pinewood Derby; which was also postponed. This is an excellent chance to earn some service hours. Scouts and Troop parents can also participate in the open session with the other adults.
Volunteers should sign-up at the link below:
Sign-up Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/
4. UNIVERSITY of SCOUTING – February 21, 7:30am-5:00pm. Scouting University is on February 21, 2026 at Hayfield High school in Alexandria Virginia.
Event information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Course catalog: https://scoutingevent.com/
5. VIRTUAL PARENT MEETING, FEBRUARY 23. Parents of Troop 682, please mark your calendar to attend a Troops 682 B&G virtual parent meeting at 7 pm on February 23. During the meeting, we’ll report on troop activities, note areas where assistance is needed, and answer questions.
Topic: Troop 682 Parents and Adult Leaders Meeting
Time: Feb 23, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 863 7541 1169
Passcode: 659644
6. ORDER OF THE ARROW TROOP ELECTIONS, FEBRUARY 24. Order of the Arrow Troop Elections will be conducted on 24 February at the Troop meeting. Maximum participation is needed by the Troop. For information, please see your OA Representatives, Maddie Kay, Gavin Holland, or Mr. Whiteley.
7. 682G ZOO TRIP – FEBRUARY 28. We have a day trip to the National Zoo planned for Saturday, February 28. We will meet at PVUMC at 8:30 am and return at 5 pm. Please register (before February 25) at this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/
8. SCOUT DAYS: HANDS-ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXPERIENCES FOR YOUTH. The Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management is offering the following opportunity: during Scout Days, youth participate in a guided tour of our Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and learn how emergency management, public safety officials, and 911 dispatchers work together to protect the community.
Scouts can register to attend with their parent at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
9. TROOP 964 TRAIN SHOW AND MODEL RAILROADING MERIT BADGE, MARCH 7-8. Troop 964 of Dale City, VA will be hosting one of the largest train shows in the DC Area. Scouts can take the merit badge class and earn their railroading merit badge. The event will be hosted at Lake Ridge Middle School, Woodbridge, VA. Registration is available online this year to make it even easier. Information can be found at troop964.org.
10. Additional Merit Badge Classes being offered at Camp Snyder:
Welding MB/ Feb 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Game Design/April 6, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Composite Materials/April 16, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
NEW! Oceanography MB/April 18, 2026: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
I hope everyone is safe and enjoyed an extended break from school. We postponed our mulch fundraiser door tag distribution due to the cold and icy conditions. Please mark your calendars for 2/7. Plan to meet at PVUMC at 12:30 pm this coming Saturday. We need a strong turn out of scouts and adult drivers!
Please share the mulch website with friends and neighbors!
https://
Additional announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – FEBRUARY 3*. We’ll meet on Tuesday (February 3) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia. *If schools are closed on Tuesday due to weather, we will NOT be meeting.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm);
-Meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath – 682B leading);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Teachings about rights and responsibilities of US Citizens by Lizzie W & Anika S that we missed last week, and/or scout spirit team building activity;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. TROOP 682 MULCH FUNDRAISER DOOR TAG DISTRIBUTION, FEBRUARY 7. The troops will be hanging door tags for the annual Mulch fundraiser from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. We will meet at PVUMC and spilt into teams. The annual fundraiser is important to the troop to raise funds for additional equipment and expenses. The Troop will need as many adults to assist as possible. Please also share the mulch website with friends and neighbors.
3. PLC MEETING – FEBRUARY 2. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, February 2, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
4. CUB SCOUT PACK 1148 PINEWOOD DERBY. FEBRUARY 7. Pack 1148 has requested some Scout assistance with the Pack Pinewood Derby; this is an excellent chance to earn some service hours. Scouts and Troop parents can also participate in the open session with the other adults (enter a derby car to race). February 7, 8am-3pm @ Little River Elementary. Once you have completed your volunteer shift, please join the Troop to help with doortags.
Volunteers should sign-up at the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/
5. SCOUT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8. This date coincides with the anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America, which was founded on February 8, 1910. Troop 682 observes this anniversary by attending Sunday Service with the Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church Congregation. All scouts (and their families) are invited to attend. Scouts attending should dress in class A and behave respectfully and reverently. The service starts at 11 am, but scouts should arrive by 10:15 to sign-in and organize handing out programs and performing an opening flag ceremony.
6. TROOP WINTER COURT OF HONOR – FEBRUARY 10. We will celebrate our winter Court of Honor during our February 10 troop meeting.
7. UNIVERSITY of SCOUTING – February 21, 7:30am-5:00pm. Scouting University is on February 21, 2026 at Hayfield High school in Alexandria Virginia. Event information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Course catalog: https://scoutingevent.com/
8. VIRTUAL PARENT MEETING, FEBRUARY 23. Parents of Troop 682, please mark your calendar to attend a Troops 682 B&G virtual parent meeting at 7 pm on February 23. During the meeting, we’ll report on troop activities, note areas where assistance is needed, and answer questions.
Topic: Troop 682 Parents and Adult Leaders Meeting
Time: Feb 23, 2026 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 863 7541 1169
Passcode: 659644
9. ORDER OF THE ARROW TROOP ELECTIONS, FEBRUARY 24. Order of the Arrow Troop Elections will be conducted on 24 February at the Troop meeting. Maximum participation is needed by the Troop. For information, please see your OA Representatives, Maddie Kay, Gavin Holland, or Mr. Whiteley.
10. 682G ZOO TRIP – FEBRUARY 28. If the weather cooperates, we plan to take a day trip to the National Zoo on Saturday February 28. We will leave PVUMC at 9am and return at 5 pm. Additional information and signup coming soon.
11. SCOUT DAYS: HANDS-ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXPERIENCES FOR YOUTH. The Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management is offering the following opportunity: during Scout Days, youth participate in a guided tour of our Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and learn how emergency management, public safety officials, and 911 dispatchers work together to protect the community.
Scouts can register to attend with their parent at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
12. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
I hope everyone is staying safe and warm during our winter weather event. Please remember that if schools close on Tuesday due to the road conditions, our troop meeting will be canceled as well. We are still planning to move forward with our mulch fundraiser door tag distribution this Saturday, 1/31. Please plan to meet at PVUMC at 9:30 am Saturday. We need a strong turn out of scouts and adult drivers! Additional mulch fundraiser details arriving in your inbox soon!
If we meet on Tuesday, please note Toasted Marshmallows Patrol needs to arrive early for setup and stay a little late (Kavya, Elizabeth W, Josie, Ananya J, Aliyah, Vibha, Aarushi). They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
Additional announcement details are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – JANUARY 27th. We’ll meet (road conditions permitting) on Tuesday (January 27) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G Toasted Marshmallows Patrol is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm);
-Meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Teachings about rights and responsibilities of US Citizens by Lizzie W & Anika S;
– One or more team building games led by Bhavya & Mackenzie;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. MULCH DOORTAG DISTRIBUTION – JANUARY 31. Troops 682 B&G plan to distribute a LOT of doortags for the 682 mulch fundraiser on Saturday January 31 from 9am-12:30pm. We will need all hands on deck to assist – both scouts and adult drivers! Please plan to attend and wear appropriate cold weather gear. A successful fundraiser will assist in replacing aging equipment and meeting other troop goals for our programs.
3. PLC MEETING – FEBRUARY 2. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, February 2, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
4. CUB SCOUT PACK 1148 PINEWOOD DERBY. FEBRUARY 7. Pack 1148 has requested some Scout assistance with the Pack Pinewood Derby; this is an excellent chance to earn some service hours. Scouts and Troop parents can also participate in the open session with the other adults (enter a derby car to race). February 7, 8am-3pm @ Little River Elementary.
Volunteers should sign-up at the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/
5. TROOP WINTER COURT OF HONOR – FEBRUARY 10. We will celebrate our winter Court of Honor during our February 10 troop meeting.
6. VIRTUAL PARENT MEETING – FEBRUARY 23. Adults, please mark your calendar to attend a Troops 682 B&G virtual parent meeting at 7 pm on February 23. Details and link to be provided soon.
7. ORDER OF THE ARROW TROOP ELECTIONS, FEBRUARY 24. Order of the Arrow Troop Elections will be conducted on 24 February at the Troop meeting. Maximum participation is needed by the Troop. For information, please see your OA Representatives, Maddie Kay, Gavin Holland, or Mr. Whiteley.
8. 682G ZOO TRIP in FEBRUARY. If the weather cooperates, we plan to take a day trip to the National Zoo. February 21 was planned. However, this date will potentially be moved as it conflicts with Scouting University. Leaders have been discussing having a second doortag distribution day to increase our mulch fundraiser reach. Stay tuned for our finalized zoo trip date and details (2/21 or 2/28).
9. Scouting University – February 21 7:30am-5:00pm. Scouting University is on February 21, 2026 at Hayfield Highschool in Alexandria Virginia. Event information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
Course catalog: https://scoutingevent.com/
10. SCOUT DAYS: HANDS-ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXPERIENCES FOR YOUTH. The Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management is offering the following opportunity: during Scout Days, youth participate in a guided tour of our Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and learn how emergency management, public safety officials, and 911 dispatchers work together to protect the community.
Scouts can register to attend with their parent at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
So close to having snow… maybe next week! If you have the day off in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day, I hope you have enjoyed the long weekend. Dr King was also a scout. I encourage you to consider a way you can help your community through volunteer work, a service project, or at least doing an additional good turn in honor of today!
ATTENTION:
If you want to give an environmental speech tomorrow for First Class 9B, please come prepared! (research an environmental issue being faced locally, explain what it is, why it is an issue, problems it causes, and propose solutions to help fix it. What could we do to help.)
Our next events coming up include: mulch doortags January 31 – we will need everyone’s help – including adult drivers! We will also assist Pack 1148 with their pinewood derby Feb 7th – there is a signup that can let you see needed jobs.
Please note Flaming Dolphin Patrol needs to arrive early this week for setup (Bhavika, Anika T, BT, Grace, Leah, Lilly, Shresta, Sofia, Vaneesha). They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
Additional announcement details are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – JANUARY 20th. We’ll meet on Tuesday (January 20) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G Flaming Dolphin Patrol is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm);
-Meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Environmental Issues;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. NYLT – If you are interested in advancing your leadership skills, consider attending NYLT!
Additional information about the program can be found:
https://scoutingevent.com/082-
3. CHRISTIAN EMBLEM – For those that signed up, the first meeting will be during the January 20 troop meeting tomorrow. Second meeting is February 3.
4. MULCH DOORTAG DISTRIBUTION – JANUARY 31. Troops 682 B&G plan to distribute a LOT of doortags for the 682 mulch fundraiser on Saturday January 31 from 9am-12:30pm. We will need drivers! Please plan to attend!! (Yes, we will be monitoring the upcoming weather / polar vortex)
5. CUB SCOUT PACK 1148 PINEWOOD DERBY. FEBRUARY 7. Pack 1148 has requested some Scout assistance with the Pack Pinewood Derby; this is an excellent chance to earn some service hours. Scouts and Troop parents can also participate in the open session with the other adults (enter a derby car to race). February 7, 8am-3pm @ Little River Elementary.
Volunteers should sign-up at the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/
6. COLD WEATHER CAMP OUT: Troop 682B is seeking interest in conducting a cold weather campout in February. If 682G scouts are also interested, please let me know. Focus will be on extreme cold weather cooking, fire building, layering clothing, and shelter. During the meeting we will seek interest from the Troop.
7. ORDER OF THE ARROW TROOP ELECTIONS, FEBRUARY 24. Order of the Arrow Troop Elections will be conducted on 24 February at the Troop meeting. Maximum participation is needed by the Troop. For information, please see your OA Representatives, Maddie Kay, Gavin Holland, or Mr. Whiteley.
8. 682G ZOO TRIP FEBRUARY ?. If the weather cooperates, we plan to take a day trip to the zoo – February 21 was planned. However, this date will potentially be moved as it conflicts with Scouting University. And depending on if there is interest in a cold weather campout. Stay tuned for updates and details.
9. Scouting University – February 21 7:30am-5:00pm. The University of Scouting is a supplemental training opportunity for all adult Scout leaders. Scouts can attend, but it is primarily geared toward adult leaders. There is an Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops being offered for scouts with at least 2nd class rank. There are also some classes being offered via zoom this year as well! I encourage everyone to look over the course catalog and consider signing up. If you are a parent that has wanted to join our adult leadership team, but are nervous, this is a great way to build your confidence. Event information and registration: https://scoutingevent.com/082-
10. SCOUT DAYS: HANDS-ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXPERIENCES FOR YOUTH. The Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management is offering the following opportunity: during Scout Days, youth participate in a guided tour of our Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and learn how emergency management, public safety officials, and 911 dispatchers work together to protect the community.
Scouts can register to attend with their parent at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
We had a great trip to Launch and a fun overnighter last night. Please note that our next events coming up include: mulch doortags January 31 – we will need as much attendance as possible including adult drivers. We will assist Pack 1148 with their pinewood derby Feb 7th. And the next 682G exclusive activity is a day trip to the zoo February 21 – weather permitting!
Please note Black Elk Patrol needs to arrive early this week for setup (Camerian, Anjali, Bhavya, Brielle, Emma, Kkhushi, Saanvi, Soraya). They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
Additional announcement details are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – JANUARY 13th. We’ll meet on Tuesday (January 13) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G Black Elk Patrol is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm);
-Meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Guest Speaker on constitutional rights and obligations of US Citizens, First Class req 9A
– One or more games, improv games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. NYLT – If you are interested in advancing your leadership skills, consider attending NYLT! During the winter course, the scouts will stay in the cabins at Snyder over two weekends: January 16-19 and January 31 – February 1. If interested, please reach out to ASM Mr Whiteley: agwhiteley@gmail.com
Additional information about the program can be found:
https://scoutingevent.com/082-
3. CHRISTIAN EMBLEM – For those that signed up, the first meeting will be during the January 20 troop meeting. You don’t need to prepare anything in advance. There will be a total of 5-6 meetings. You will break for merit badge madness, and then resume meetings.
4. MULCH DOORTAG DISTRIBUTION – JANUARY 31. Troops 682 B&G plan to distribute doortags for the 682 mulch fundraiser on Saturday January 31 from 9am-12:30pm. If your scout attended summer camp 2025 or Mary’s Rock hike and you do not want their face in the picture on the doortags, please email me before 8am tomorrow. More details for the distribution coming later in January, please plan to attend!
5. PACK 1148 PINEWOOD DERBY. February 7, 8am-3pm @ Little River Elementary. The Troops will be helping Pack 1148 with their pinewood derby. It is a fun recruitment activity for the Troop and it helps the Pack.
6. 682G ZOO TRIP FEBRUARY 21. If the weather cooperates, we will take a day trip to the zoo February 21. Details and registration will be provided later.
7. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Happy New Year 682G!
I hope everyone had a happy holiday season! Our Troop holiday party is during tomorrow’s meeting. Please remember any food/drinks you signed up to bring, your white elephant gift, and any cold weather donations. The PLC meets tonight. The trampoline park and PVUMC overnighter registration was sent yesterday.
Please note Trash Raccoon Patrol needs to arrive early this week for setup (Aashi, Ananya N, Anika S, Elizabeth M, Hazel, Mackenzie, Maddie, Nivi, Stella). They are responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
Additional announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 5. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet today Monday, January 5, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
2. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. As a reminder, our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6.
– If you do not remember what snacks/drinks you signed up to bring, please reach out to your SPL, Bhavya.
– White elephant style gift exchange game. To participate, please bring a wrapped gift not to exceed $20. Anyone who does not wish to participate in the gift exchange, can still enjoy the other parts of the party. The gift should be scout appropriate and something they would be happy to go home with themselves, does not need to be scouting related.
– We will also be collecting any winter accessories to donate to Dulles South Community Closet (hats, scarves, gloves, new winter socks, etc) during the party.
3. TRAMPOLINE PARK – JANUARY 10. 682G is jumping into the New Year with a trip to Launch Trampoline of Herndon on January 10. The activity is followed by pizza and games overnight inside PVUMC.
Details and registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/
4. CHRISTIAN EMBLEM – For those that signed up, the first meeting will be during the January 20 troop meeting. You don’t need to prepare anything in advance. There will be a total of 5-6 meetings. You will break for merit badge madness, and then resume meetings.
5. OA CHAPTER MEETING – JANUARY 8. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, January 8, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
6. MULCH DOORTAG DISTRIBUTION – JANUARY 31. 682 B&G plan to distribute doortags for the 682 mulch fundraiser on Saturday January 31. More details coming later in January.
7. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
I hope everyone is staying warm and enjoying time with family. Remember no Troop meeting this week or next. Be thankful for the presence of those with you, not just the wrapped presents. Merry Christmas!
Yours in Scouting, Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 23 AND 30. As a reminder, because of winter break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 23 or 30.
2. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 5. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, January 5, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
3. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. As a reminder, our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6.
– The PLC prepared a signup sheet for bringing snacks for the party. If you do not remember what you signed up to bring, please reach out to your SPL, Bhavya.
– White elephant style gift exchange game. To participate, please bring a wrapped gift in the $10-$20 range. Anyone who does not wish to participate in the gift exchange, can still enjoy the other parts of the party.
– We will also be collecting winter accessories to donate to Dulles South Community Closet (hats, scarves, gloves, new winter socks, etc).
4. TRAMPOLINE PARK – JANUARY 10. 682G is planning a trip to a trampoline park on January 10 followed by an overnighter at PVUMC. Details and signup coming soon.
5. CHRISTIAN EMBLEM – For those that signed up, the first meeting will be during the January 20 troop meeting. You don’t need to prepare anything in advance. There will be a total of 5-6 meetings. You will break for merit badge madness, and then resume meetings.
6. MULCH DOORTAG DISTRIBUTION – JANUARY 31. 682 B&G plan to distribute doortags for the 682 mulch fundraiser on Saturday January 31. More details coming later in January.
7. HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER. The Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser ended this past week. Thank you to those that participated! Each Scout was expected to sell at least 5 wreaths or greenery items, or pay a $40 opt-out fee. If a Scout sells less than 5 wreaths or greenery items, then he or she would pay $40 less an $8 credit for each sale. Please be sure to submit any needed opt-out fees to Mr Storch.
8. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
It’s COLD outside!! Brr!
Happy Hanukkah to any celebrating this season!
Thank you to those that have already signed up to make the holiday party merry and bright. This is the last week to signup. Please bring your favorite knot strings with you again this week. Scouts can practice their knots while they wait their turn at practicing lashings. A few 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 16th. We’ll meet on Tuesday (December 16) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682B is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm);
-Meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Learning and practicing lashings. If you have a favorite piece of string or two for practicing knots, please bring them along.
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. NYLT – If you are interested in advancing your leadership skills, an opening is currently available for a female scout to attend the NYLT winter course. The scouts will be staying in the cabins at Snyder over two weekends: January 16-19 and January 31 – February 1. If interested, please reach out to ASM Mr Whiteley: agwhiteley@gmail.com
Additional information about the program can be found:
https://scoutingevent.com/082-
3. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 23 AND 30. As a reminder, because of winter break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 23 or 30.
4. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 5. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, January 5, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
5. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. As a reminder, our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6.
– The PLC has prepared a signup sheet for bringing snacks for the party. Please look for that at the meeting.
– White elephant style gift exchange game. To participate, please bring a wrapped gift in the $10-$20 range. Anyone who does not wish to participate in the gift exchange, can still enjoy the other parts of the party.
– We will also be collecting winter accessories to donate to Dulles South Community Closet (hats, scarves, gloves, new winter socks, etc).
6. TRAMPOLINE PARK – JANUARY 10. 682G is planning a trip to a trampoline park on January 10. More details and signup coming soon.
7. MULCH DOORTAG DISTRIBUTION – JANUARY 31. 682 B&G plans to distribute doortags for the 682 mulch fundraiser on Saturday January 31. More details coming later in January.
8. HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER. The Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser ended this past week. Thank you to those that participated! Each Scout was expected to sell at least 5 wreaths or greenery items, or pay a $40 opt-out fee. If a Scout sells less than 5 wreaths or greenery items, then he or she would pay $40 less an $8 credit for each sale. Please be sure to submit any needed opt-out fees to Mr Storch.
9. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
If you didn’t hear, we unfortunately had to cancel the Advanced Scout Skills Campout because of the weather conditions. In the words of Mr. Kay: “It is never easy to make those calls, but safety is always the number one factor in everything we do as Scouts. With that, I hope everyone had a warm and enjoyable weekend.”
A big thank you to those scouts (and Scouters) that showed true scout spirit and came out last minute to support a fellow scout on Saturday afternoon and again on Sunday with a Patrol Activity. Helpful, friendly, and kind! The area around the Dulles South Community Center benefited from a Flaming Dolphin trash pickup!
A few 682 announcements are below, please note the additional Holiday Party details and an opportunity for one of you to attend NYLT this winter.
Yours in Scouting, Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 9th. We’ll meet on Tuesday (December 9) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682B is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm);
-Meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Learning and practicing knots. If you have a favorite piece of string or two for practicing knots, please bring them along. The specific rank requirements and teachers:
-Tenderfoot 3A: Aliyah
-Tenderfoot 3B: Bhavika
-Tenderfoot 3C: Hazel
-Firstclass 3B: Lily and BT
-Firstclass 3C: Hazel
– Unload of trailer / Organize storage container (Quartermaster and select Scouts)
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. OA CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 11. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 11, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
3. SERVICE OPPORTUNITY – DECEMBER 13. Gateway Community Church will be breaking down bicycles as part of Bikes for Orphans on Saturday, December 13, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, at 25639 Gum Spring Road (this is not the church location). Scouts are welcome to assist and earn service hours. GCC sponsors the Troop 682 Religious Emblem program.
4. NYLT – If you are interested in advancing your leadership skills, an opening is currently available for a female scout to attend the NYLT winter course. The scouts will be staying in the cabins at Snyder over two weekends: January 16-19 and January 31 – February 1. If interested, please reach out to ASM Mr Whiteley: agwhiteley@gmail.com
Additional information about the program can be found:
https://scoutingevent.com/082-
5. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 23 AND 30. As a reminder, because of winter break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 23 or 30.
6. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 5. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, January 5, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
7. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. As a reminder, our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6.
– The PLC has prepared a signup sheet for bringing snacks for the party. Please look for that at the next meeting.
– They have chosen to have a white elephant style gift exchange game this year. To participate, please bring a wrapped gift in the $10-$20 range. Anyone who does not wish to participate in the gift exchange, can still enjoy the other parts of the party.
– As previously mentioned, we will also be collecting winter accessories to donate to Dulles South Community Closet (hats, scarves, gloves, new winter socks, etc).
8. HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER. As a reminder, there are only a few weeks left in the Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser. Each Scout is expected to sell at least 5 wreaths or greenery items, or pay a $40 opt-out fee. If a Scout sells less than 5 wreaths or greenery items, then he or she would pay $40 less an $8 credit for each sale. Additional information is available in the attached flyer, at https://giftitforward.com/, and in the November 22 email from Sandi Weisman.
9. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
Hi 682G!
I hope everyone stayed warm and enjoyed Thanksgiving with a full heart as well as a full stomach.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the religious emblem, service opportunity, and wreath fundraiser announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 2. We’ll meet on Tuesday (December 2) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682B is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Advanced scout skills campout preparation (patrols, menus, grubmasters, and trailer);
– Hindu religious emblem program introduction;
– Storage container and tent organization;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. HINDU RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM – DECEMBER 2. As a reminder for those that signed up, the Hindu Religious Emblem program will have a 15 minute introduction during the December 2 troop meeting. The program has reached capacity. If you have questions regarding the program, then please email Assistant Scoutmaster Tez Nandamuri at nandamuritez@gmail.com.
3. CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM – DECEMBER 2 REGISTRATION DEADLINE. The Christian Religious Emblem program will begin in early 2026. If you want to participate, then please email me at tyrus.thompson@nreca.coop by Tuesday evening, December 2.
4. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 5-7. As a reminder, our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 5 – 7. The 682G PLC will be discussing the event at the meeting tonight. Updated details will be shared during the Troop meeting tomorrow. As mentioned last week, 682G scouts will likely need picked up from Camp Snyder at 4 pm on Saturday. Because of this timing issue, those attending will be discussing if we camp or it becomes a day event.
Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/
5. OA CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 11. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 11, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
6. SERVICE OPPORTUNITY – DECEMBER 13. Gateway Community Church will be breaking down bicycles as part of Bikes for Orphans on Saturday, December 13, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, at 25639 Gum Spring Road (this is not the church location). Scouts are welcome to assist and earn service hours. GCC sponsors the Troop 682 Religious Emblem program.
7. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 23 AND 30. As a reminder, because of winter break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 23 or 30.
8. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 5. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, January 5, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
9. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. As a reminder, our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6. Additional information will be provided later.
10. HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER. As a reminder, there are only a few weeks left in the Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser. Each Scout is expected to sell at least 5 wreaths or greenery items, or pay a $40 opt-out fee. If a Scout sells less than 5 wreaths or greenery items, then he or she would pay $40 less an $8 credit for each sale. Additional information is available in the attached flyer, at https://giftitforward.com/, and in the November 22 email from Sandi Weisman.
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patron leaders.
Hi 682G!
Mary’s Rock Summit was a lovely hike, even with a little rain and cloud coverage. I would encourage anyone looking for an outdoor family adventure to consider going sometime. Thank you to the scouts and adults who assisted with the Pack 910 carnival Friday evening.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Remember, no Troop meeting tomorrow. I hope everyone enjoys quality family time during Thanksgiving and safe travels!
Yours in Scouting, Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 25. Because of Thanksgiving holiday week, we will not meet on Tuesday (November 25).
2. PLC MEETING – DECEMBER 1. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, December 1, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
3. HINDU RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM – DECEMBER 2. The Hindu Religious Emblem program will have a 15 minute introduction during the December 2 troop meeting. The program has reached capacity. If you have questions regarding the program, then please email Assistant Scoutmaster Tez Nandamuri at nandamuritez@gmail.com.
4. CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAM. The Christian Religious Emblem program will begin in early 2026. If you want to participate, then please email me at tyrus.thompson@nreca.coop. Because we need to order program materials, please email me as soon as possible.
5. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 5-7. As a reminder, our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 5 – 7. If you plan to attend, please sign up as soon as possible. Due to a required school event happening the same Saturday, if no additional female adult leader signs up, 682G scouts may all need picked up from Camp Snyder by 4 pm on Saturday Dec 6. (If a female leader is available Dec 6 from 4-8pm, I could return to spend the night). Currently we only have 2 scouts registered.
Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/
6. OA CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 11. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 11, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
7. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 23 AND 30. As a reminder, because of winter break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 23 or 30.
8. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. Our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6. The 682G PLC has discussed collecting donations again this year. They want to collect winter accessories (hats, gloves, mittens, warm socks, scarves, etc) to be donated to the Dulles South Neighborhood Closet. Please keep in mind if you come across any applicable Black Friday deals. Additional information about the party will be provided later.
9. HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER. As a reminder, and as announced during the Fall Court of Honor and explained in recent emails, the Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser has begun. Each Scout is expected to sell at least 5 wreaths or greenery items, or pay a $40 opt-out fee. If a Scout sells less than 5 wreaths or greenery items, then he or she would pay $40 less an $8 credit for each sale. Additional information is available at https://giftitforward.com/ and in the recent emails.
10. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patron leaders.
Hi 682G!
Everyone, I hope you had a nice weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the Pack 910 carnival assistance (Friday) and hiking campout registration deadline (today) announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Ms. Sarah Vepraskas
1. TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 18. We’ll meet tomorrow (Tuesday, November 18) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Citizenship in the World merit badge instruction;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PACK 910 CARNIVAL ASSISTANCE – NOVEMBER 21. As a reminder, we will assist Cub Scout Pack 910 with its fall carnival on Friday (November 21) at Vine and Branches Lutheran Church (25615 Lennox Hale Drive, Aldie, Virginia). The carnival begins at 7:00 pm, but scouts should arrive at 6:30 pm to help set up. Unless excused by Mr. Kay or me, all scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leaders), and not attending the hiking campout, are expected to assist.
3. HIKING CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 21-23. As a reminder, the rescheduled cooking and day hiking campout is this weekend (November 21 – 23). We’ll hike the Little Devils Stairs (https://gohikevirginia.com/
4. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 25. As a reminder, because of Thanksgiving holiday week, we will not meet on Tuesday, November 25.
5. PLC MEETING – DECEMBER 1. The Troop 682B patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, December 1, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Kay or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
6. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 5-7. As a reminder, our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 5 – 7. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/
7. OA CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 11. The Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 11, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
8. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 23 AND 30. Because of winter break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 23 or 30.
9. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. Our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6. Additional information will be provided later.
10. EAGLE SCOUTMASTER CONFERENCE. As a reminder, if a Scout is a Life Scout, has achieved over 50% progress toward Eagle Scout, and wants to participate in a Scoutmaster conference with me before December 31, 2025, then please contact me as soon as possible at sarah.s.vepraskas@gmail.com. As noted previously, under the Scouting America Guide to Advancement, the Scoutmaster conference “is not required” to be held “after other requirements … are met” or as the “last step before the board of review.”
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patron leaders.
12. ELECTED AND APPOINTED POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY. As of November 3, the following scouts had been elected or appointed to the following positions of responsibility. As needed, the appointments may be adjusted.
Elected Positions of Responsibility:
• Senior Patrol Leader: Bhavya Kanmathareddy
• Patrol Leaders:
o Black Elk: Camerian Battle
o Flaming Dolphin: Bhavika Ramprakash
o Toasted Marshmallow: Ananya Jagannagari
o Trash Raccoon: Anika Singh
Appointed Positions of Responsibility:
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Elizabeth (Lizzie) Weisman
• Bugler: Open
• Chaplain Aide: Brielle Thompson
• Den Chief: Hazel Stevens
• Historian: Leah Vepraskas
• Instructor: BT Tripathi
• Librarian: Josie Brown
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Maddie Kay
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Vaneesha Chigurupati
• Quartermaster: Mackenzie Ducote
• Scribe: Anika Tammineni
• Troop Guide: Lilly Taylor
• Webmaster: Aliyah Anbari
• Assistant Patrol Leader Black Elk: Anjali Lahar
• Assistant Patrol Leader Flaming Dolphin: Anika Tammineni
• Assistant Patrol Leader Toasted Marshmallow: Aliyah Anbari
• Assistant Patrol Leader Trash Raccoon: Hazel Stevens
Hi 682G!
Thank you to everyone that was able to assist with Scouting for Food. Your work benefits others.
Thank you to our scout families that include current or former military members. Tomorrow is Veterans Day and we offer our appreciation to the service and commitment of those that have served in our armed forces.
Please note Flaming Dolphin Patrol needs to arrive early this week for setup (Anika T, Bhavika, BT, Grace, Leah, Lilly, Shresta, Sophia, Vaneesha).
If you need to complete Tenderfoot 6A fitness tests (the first set or it has been 30 days and you are ready to do the 2nd set) please feel free to wear Class B shirt and athletic pants to the meeting this week to run the mile, etc. Do note it is going to be cold (wear layers).
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 11. We’ll meet on Tuesday (November 11) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Flaming Dolphin Patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– How to pack your bag for a backpacking trip, by Mackenzie;
– Meal planning for Hiking & Cooking campout;
– Tenderfoot 6A for any that need it;
– Backpacking cooking instruction by Assistant Scoutmaster Brian Martin with 682B;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. RELIGIOUS EMBLEM PROGRAMS – HINDU AND CHRISTIAN. To encourage scouts to grow in their faith, religious groups have developed religious emblem programs. Scouting America approved these programs and allows scouts to wear the emblems on their official uniform. The individual religious groups administer the programs. Assistant Scoutmaster Tez Nandamuri will lead Hindu Karma and Dharma religious emblem programs. I will lead a Christian religious emblem program. The dates of the programs will be determined later. If you want to participate in the Hindu program, then please email ASM Nandamuri at nandamuritez@gmail.com. If you want to participate in the Christian program, then please email me at tyrus.thompson@nreca.coop. Participation in each program is limited.
3. OA CHAPTER MEETING – NOVEMBER 13. The Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday (November 13) at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
4. HIKING CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 21-23. As a reminder, the rescheduled cooking and day hiking campout is November 21 – 23. We’ll hike the Little Devils Stairs (https://gohikevirginia.com/
5. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 25. As a reminder, because of Thanksgiving holiday week, we will not meet on Tuesday, November 25.
6. PLC MEETING – DECEMBER 1. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, December 1, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
7. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 5-7. Our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 5 – 7. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
8. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 23 AND 30. Because of winter break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 23 or 30.
9. HOLIDAY PARTY – JANURY 6. Our annual holiday party is Tuesday, January 6. The 682G PLC has discussed collecting donations again this year as part of their holiday party. They want to collect winter accessories (hats, gloves, mittens, warm socks, scarves, etc) to be donated to the Dulles South Neighborhood Closet. We collected just socks last year and the effort was very appreciated. Additional information about the party will be provided later.
10. HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER. As a reminder, and as announced during the Fall Court of Honor and explained in recent emails, the Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser has begun. Each Scout is expected to sell at least 5 wreaths or greenery items, or pay a $40 opt-out fee. If a Scout sells less than 5 wreaths or greenery items, then he or she would pay $40 less an $8 credit for each sale. Additional information is available at https://giftitforward.com/ and in the recent emails.
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
12. ELECTED AND APPOINTED POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY. The following scouts have been elected or appointed to the following positions of responsibility. As needed, the appointments may be adjusted.
Elected Positions of Responsibility:
• Senior Patrol Leader: Bhavya Kanmathareddy
• Patrol Leaders:
o Black Elk: Camerian Battle
o Flaming Dolphin: Bhavika Ramprakash
o Toasted Marshmallow: Ananya Jagannagari
o Trash Raccoon: Anika Singh
Appointed Positions of Responsibility:
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Elizabeth (Lizzie) Weisman
• Bugler: Open
• Chaplain Aide: Brielle Thompson
• Den Chief: Hazel Stevens
• Historian: Leah Vepraskas
• Instructor: BT Tripathi
• Librarian: Josie Brown
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Maddie Kay
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Vaneesha Chigurupati
• Quartermaster: Mackenzie Ducote
• Scribe: Anika Tammineni
• Troop Guide: Lilly Taylor
• Webmaster: Aliyah Anbari
• Assistant Patrol Leader Black Elk: Anjali Lahar
• Assistant Patrol Leader Flaming Dolphin: Anika Tammineni
• Assistant Patrol Leader Toasted Marshmallow: Aliyah Anbari
• Assistant Patrol Leader Trash Raccoon: Hazel Stevens
Hi 682G!
Congratulations to our newly elected and appointed leaders for this term! The full list is below. If you determine you do not want to commit to the position listed below, please let me know as soon as possible.
Thank you to everyone that came to help with the Scouting for Food door-tags. We had a great turnout! Please plan to come next Saturday to collect the food.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Black Elk Patrol, please plan to arrive early Tuesday for setup (Emma, Brielle, Bhavya, Camerian, Saanvi, Soraya, Anjali).
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 4. We’ll meet on Tuesday (November 4) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G Black Elk patrol is responsible for the meeting set-up, opening, closing, and clean-up.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Guest Speaker, Dr. Omar arranged by Kavya
– Scouting for Food collection preparation;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. NEW 682G PATROL LEADERS COUNCIL (PLC).
Elected Positions of Responsibility:
• Senior Patrol Leader: Bhavya Kanmathareddy
• Patrol Leaders:
o Black Elk: Camerian Battle
o Flaming Dolphin: Bhavika Ramprakash
o Toasted Marshmallow: Ananya Jagannagari
o Trash Raccoon: Anika Singh
Appointed Positions of Responsibility:
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leader: Elizabeth (Lizzie) Weisman
• Bugler: Open
• Chaplain Aide: Brielle Thompson
• Den Chief: Hazel Stevens
• Historian: Leah Vepraskas
• Instructor: BT Tripathi
• Librarian: Josie Brown
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Maddie Kay
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Vaneesha Chigurupati
• Quartermaster: Mackenzie Ducote
• Scribe: Anika Tammineni
• Troop Guide: Lilly Taylor
• Webmaster: Aliyah Anbari
• Assistant Patrol Leader Black Elk: Anjali Lahar
• Assistant Patrol Leader Flaming Dolphin: Anika Tammineni
• Assistant Patrol Leader Toasted Marshmallow: Aliyah Anbari
• Assistant Patrol Leader Trash Raccoon: Hazel Stevens
3. PLC MEETING – NOVEMBER 3. As a reminder, the (NEW) Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, November 3, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (including den chiefs, but excluding assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
4. JOURNALISM MERIT BADGE – NOVEMBER 4. Assistant Scoutmaster Tez Nandamuri will lead the Journalism merit badge. She hopes to begin during the November 4 troop meeting, and continue through the end of 2025. Based upon interest, meetings may become virtual. Participation is limited to 5-7 scouts, with spots filled on a first-come, first-served basis. To sign up, please email Ms. Tez at nandamuritez@gmail.com.
5. DULLES SOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD CLOSET CLOTHING DRIVE. If you have clothing, shoes, or coats in good condition that you no longer need, there is a collection drive this week. This organization also requires volunteers, as a note for anyone needing additional service hours. https://dullescloset.org/
6. SCOUTING FOR FOOD – NOVEMBER 8. As a reminder, Scouting for Food collection will occur Saturday morning, November 8. We will begin at 8:30 am at PVUMC. Adult leaders are needed to assist. Adult drivers (preferably with trucks or SUVs) are also needed to transport food. We are again planning hot chocolate and cookies.
7. HIKING CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 21-23. As a reminder, the rescheduled cooking and day hiking campout is November 21 – 23. We’ll hike the Little Devils Stairs (https://gohikevirginia.com/
8. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 25. Because of Thanksgiving holiday week, we will not meet on Tuesday, November 25.
9. HOLIDAY WREATH FUNDRAISER. Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser is underway. Each Scout is expected to sell at least 5 wreaths or greenery items, or pay a $40 opt-out fee. If a Scout sells less than 5 wreaths or greenery items, then he or she would pay $40 less an $8 credit for each sale. Additional information is available in the attached flyer, at https://giftitforward.com/, and in the October 22 email.
10. PVUMC UTILITY ROOM. As a reminder, PVUMC graciously charters both 682 Troops, and permits us to meet in its fellowship hall and sanctuary. When cleaning up after meetings and events, please ensure the utility room is neat and arranged as noted in the photograph posted in the utility room. In particular, please ensure there is clear access to the water heater, well water tank, and filter.
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless I determine otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations do not apply to assistant patrol leaders.
Hi 682G!
Most everyone has likely started back to school at this point. I hope the school year is off to a great start! Congratulations to Kavya for successfully completing her Eagle project this past Saturday. The sensory garden looked lovely! Thank you to those that participated.
We are looking forward to our new scout year also getting off to a great start. Please remember to wear your class A uniform to the meeting tonight. 682G will be opening/closing the meetings for the month of September. Each patrol will be assigned a week(s) for setup/cleanup. September 2 will be Black Elk, thus next week members of that patrol please plan to arrive by 6:45 to setup and stay after to cleanup/sweep.
If your scout attended Funland last week and has not yet paid (the majority of scouts), please remember to turn in your payment tonight! Additional Troops 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – AUGUST 26. We’ll meet on Tuesday (August 26) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Troop 682B Narwhal patrol is the August meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Narwhal patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Scout uniform discussion and a potential guest speaker;
– Rank requirement approvals;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. CLASS A UNIFORM – AUGUST 26. As a reminder, we’ll return to wearing class A uniforms to our weekly meetings at the Tuesday (August 26) meeting.
3. 2025-2026 TROOP CALENDAR. Based upon decisions made during the recent annual planning retreat, we’re preparing the 2025-2026 troop calendar. We hope to finalize and distribute it soon. The campout for September will hopefully be on the 19-21, but we have yet to be able to lock in a location at this point. More info coming soon!
4. PLC MEETING – SEPTEMBER 8. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, September 8, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of leadership are expected to attend (excluding assistant patrol leaders, who are welcome but not required). Do remember that active participation requires attending at least half of the PLC meetings.
5. OA ACTIVITIES – SEPTEMBER 11 AND 19-21, OCTOER 3-5. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, September 11, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
The OA Lodge Fellowship is Friday – Sunday, September 19 – 21, at Goshen Scout Reservation.
The OA Cub Run Chapter Fall Ordeal is Friday – Sunday, October 3 – 5, at Camp Snyder.
6. PACK 910 ASSISTANCE – SEPTEMBER 26 AND NOVEMBER 21. Troop 682B will assist Cub Scout Pack 910 with camping themed games during its meeting on Friday, September 26, at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm set-up), at Liberty Elementary School. We’ll also assist Pack 910 with its fall carnival on Friday, November 21, at 7:00 pm (5:30 pm set-up), at Vine and Branches Lutheran Church.
Please let me know if you are interested in assisting with either of these activities (any 682G scouts). I would love to have 682G represented at these events as well, however, they request that we not have TOO many scouts participate – so I do not want to make it required. If you are a PLC member that could use additional activity credit to reach active participation, these will count, but you need to arrange with me in advance to ensure we have a female leader present and you have a buddy.
7. SUMMER CAMP 2026 – JULY 12-18. As selected during the recent annual planning retreat, Troop 682 will attend summer camp at Pipsico Scout Reservation (Tidewater Council, Surry County, Virginia) Sunday – Saturday, July 12 – 18, 2026. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
8. MOBILE TELEPHONE POLICY. As communicated previously, and based upon improper mobile telephone use observed during and reported after Camp Olmsted, we’re implementing the following mobile telephone policy for overnight events. The policy is similar to a previous policy. The policy is intended to facilitate meaningful, enjoyable, and productive events.
For each overnight event (“Event”):
1. Scouts may use mobile telephones while travelling to and from the Event;
2. Upon or soon after arrival at the Event, a designated adult leader (“Designated Leader”) will collect mobile telephones from all scouts;
3. With scoutmaster or trip leader permission, some scouts may retain their telephones to use for scouting or communication purposes during the Event;
4. At any time during the Event, any scout may request his or her mobile telephone and use it for scouting or communication purposes in the presence of the Designated Leader;
5. At any time during the Event, any parent may contact the Designated Leader and request to communicate with his or her scout in the presence of the Designated Leader;
6. During each full day of the Event, a time will be specified for scouts and parents to communicate by telephone in the presence of the Designated Leader; and
7. Upon departure, the Designated Leader will distribute mobile telephones to all scouts.
If phones are being used inappropriately during meetings (for games, social media, etc), those individual phones may be collected as well and returned at the end of the meeting.
9. VOLUNTEERS FOR BOARDS OF REVIEW: Adults are needed to volunteer with Boards of Review. Any adult that is not an Assistant Scoutmaster can help with this task. Please reach out to Mr. Carl Martin to volunteer. We have a lot of scouts ready to advance in rank after working hard over the summer and we need additional adult support to make that happen. Email: martincr2014@gmail.com
10. MERIT BADGE REQUIREMENT APPROVALS. As a reminder, only an approved merit badge counselor for a merit badge may approve requirements for the merit badge. Unless a parent is a MBC, the parent may not document or approve merit badge rank requirements.
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless I determine otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
12. TROOP 682B SCOUTMASTER TRANSITION. As communicated previously, Mr. Thompson is transitioning out of the Troop 682B scoutmaster position. On January 1, 2026, Rich Kay will become the Troop 682B scoutmaster. Mr. Thompson will continue to be involved in troop leadership, serving as a 682B and 682G assistant scoutmaster.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
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Hi 682G!
We had a successful annual planning retreat at Lake Anna. It is always great to see our youth leadership working together. We are thankful to Scoutmaster Thompson and his family for hosting us. Based upon the discussions and decisions during the retreat, many fun events were chosen and we are ironing out some of the dates. We will distribute a 2025-2026 troop calendar once it is prepared.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the August 19 Fun Land, 682B Scoutmaster transition, and mobile telephone policy announcements.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – AUGUST 19 FUN LAND. On Tuesday (August 19), we’ll enjoy Fun Land (5111 Westfields Boulevard, Centreville, Virginia). The price is $16 per scout. Please register at bit.ly/682funland. Scouts are responsible for transportation to and from Fun Land. Please meet at 7:00 at Fun Land. We anticipate the event ending around 8:15. Please wear class B uniforms. Utilize the buddy system for the entirety of the event. Be respectful of others and represent our Troop well. Also remember that laser tag is prohibited due to Scouting America policies.
2. TROOP 682B SCOUTMASTER TRANSITION. As communicated previously, Mr. Thompson is transitioning out of the Troop 682B scoutmaster position. Officially, he will serve as scoutmaster through December 31, 2025. On January 1, 2026, Rich Kay will become the Troop 682B scoutmaster. Rich has extensive scouting experience and will be an excellent scoutmaster. Between now and January 1, Rich and Mr. Thompson will gradually transition the scoutmaster duties to him. After January 1, Mr. Thompson will continue serving as a Troop 682B and 682G assistant scoutmaster.
As you may be aware, Troop 682B has a first assistant scoutmaster position. The person serving in that position is the lead assistant scoutmaster and acts as scoutmaster when the scoutmaster is unavailable. Adam Whiteley has been serving as Troop 682B first assistant scoutmaster. Adam has been a tremendous resource and provided incredible support to Troop 682B. Adam is transitioning out of that position, and Rich is transitioning in. Adam will continue serving as a Troop 682B and 682G assistant scoutmaster.
3. MOBILE TELEPHONE POLICY. Based upon improper mobile telephone use observed during and reported after Camp Olmsted, both 682 Troops are implementing the following mobile telephone policy for overnight events. The policy is similar to a previous policy. The policy is intended to facilitate meaningful, enjoyable, and productive events.
For each overnight event (“Event”):
1. Scouts may use mobile telephones while travelling to and from the Event;
2. Upon or soon after arrival at the Event, a designated adult leader (“Designated Leader”) will collect mobile telephones from all scouts;
3. With scoutmaster or trip leader permission, some scouts may retain their telephones to use for scouting or communication purposes during the Event;
4. At any time during the Event, any scout may request his or her mobile telephone and use it for scouting or communication purposes in the presence of the Designated Leader;
5. At any time during the Event, any parent may contact the Designated Leader and request to communicate with his or her scout in the presence of the Designated Leader;
6. During each full day of the Event, a time will be specified for scouts and parents to communicate by telephone in the presence of the Designated Leader; and
7. Upon departure, the Designated Leader will distribute mobile telephones to all scouts.
If phones are being used inappropriately during the instructional part of meetings (for games etc), those individual phones may be collected as well and returned at the end of the meeting.
4. VOLUNTEERS FOR BOARDS OF REVIEW: Adults are needed to volunteer with Boards of Review. Any adult that is not an Assistant Scoutmaster can help with this task. Please reach out to Mr. Carl Martin to volunteer. We have a lot of scouts ready to advance in rank after working hard over the summer and we need additional adult support to make that happen. Email: martincr2014@gmail.com
5. KAVYA’S EAGLE PROJECT – AUGUST 23: Kavya’s project is building a sensory garden in the courtyard of J. Michael Lunsford Middle School on Saturday, August 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Food and refreshments will be provided. The link is below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/
6. MERIT BADGE REQUIREMENT APPROVALS. As a reminder, only an approved merit badge counselor for a merit badge may approve requirements for the merit badge. Unless a parent is a MBC, the parent may not document or approve merit badge rank requirements.
7. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless I determine otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations do not apply to assistant patrol leaders.
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Hi 682G!
Hello from the UK! I hope everyone is enjoying the last full week of summer break (for LCPS students at least). Please note I remain out of town until 8/14, and may not respond quickly to emails. Ms. Alexis plans to be at the meeting Tuesday.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – AUGUST 12. We’ll meet on Tuesday (August 12) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Troop 682B Narwhal patrol is the August meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Narwhal patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– In August, 682G will be working on navigation skills during meetings, this week will be focused on compass and map skills, please bring a compass if you have one;
– After working on requirements, the girls are welcome to perform a skit, song, or joke (all must be scout appropriate) and have s’mores with 682B at a campfire on Tuesday night. Bringing a camp chair and your enthusiasm is encouraged;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PLC ANNUAL PLANNING RETREAT – AUGUST 15-17. As a reminder, the PLC annual planning retreat is Friday – Sunday, August 15 – 17, at Lake Anna in Mineral, Virginia. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend at least Saturday morning (9am-noon). Please respond ASAP regarding attendance if you have not already. I would like final numbers by noon Wednesday to share with Mr. Thompson.
3. CLASS B UNIFORMS. As a reminder, scouts may wear their class B uniform (troop or scouting t-shirt) to troop meetings (through the August 19 meeting). If you never received a troop t-shirt, or if you want to purchase additional t-shirts, then please contact Mr. Yallapragada at uyallapragada@gmail.com.
4. NEW CELLPHONE/ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY – please note both 682B & G are instituting a new and stricter cellphone policy. Moving forward, Scouts will not have full access to their phones during scouting events. Scouts will be able to “check out” their phone if needed for a scouting related purpose. This will maximize participation and courteousness, while minimizing distraction and isolation.
I also encourage all scouts to review the digital safety video (with their parent’s permission). This is a Scout rank and a Star rank requirement. If it has been a while since you viewed the video for Scout rank, watching it as a refresher might be good. This video focuses on digital safety, bullying, abuse, and youth protection policies, and is designed to educate Scouts on safe online practices and how to handle potential problems they might encounter online.
5. KAVYA’S EAGLE PROJECT – AUGUST 23: Kavya’s project is building a sensory garden in the courtyard of J. Michael Lunsford Middle School on Saturday, August 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Food and refreshments will be provided. The link is below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/
6. FUN LAND OF FAIRFAX – AUGUST 19. Tentatively 682B is planning to enjoy Fun Land of Fairfax on Tuesday evening, August 19. There is discussion of 682G also joining this activity. Stay tuned for updates in the weekly announcements. Unfortunately, because of a Scouting America prohibition, scouts cannot participate in laser tag while there. Registration and additional information will be provided.
Hi 682G!
Summer is starting to wind down… welcome to August! Please note I will be out of town from 8/7 until 8/14, and may not respond quickly to emails.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – AUGUST 5. We’ll meet on Tuesday (August 5) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Troop 682B Narwhal patrol is the August meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Narwhal patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– In August, 682G will be working on navigation skills during meetings, this week will be focused on buddy system and hiking safety (Tenderfoot 5a-c);
– Knot tying;
– Games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PLC ANNUAL PLANNING RETREAT – AUGUST 15-17. As a reminder, the PLC annual planning retreat is Friday – Sunday, August 15 – 17, at Lake Anna in Mineral, Virginia. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend at least Saturday morning. Retreat information is being sent separately to PLC members, please respond ASAP regarding attendance.
3. CLASS B UNIFORMS. As a reminder, scouts may wear their class B uniform (troop or scouting t-shirt) to troop meetings (through the August 19 meeting). If you never received a troop t-shirt, or if you want to purchase additional t-shirts, then please contact Mr. Yallapragada at uyallapragada@gmail.com.
4. NEW CELLPHONE/ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY – please note both 682B & G are instituting a new and stricter cellphone policy. Moving forward, Scouts will not have full access to their phones during scouting events. Scouts will be able to “check out” their phone if needed for a scouting related purpose. This will maximize participation and courteousness, while minimizing distraction and isolation.
I also encourage all scouts to review the digital safety video (with their parent’s permission). This is a Scout rank and a Star rank requirement. If it has been a while since you viewed the video for Scout rank, watching it as a refresher might be good. This video focuses on digital safety, bullying, abuse, and youth protection policies, and is designed to educate Scouts on safe online practices and how to handle potential problems they might encounter online.
5. KAVYA’S EAGLE PROJECT – AUGUST 23 – sign-up coming soon.
Everyone, I hope you’re staying cool on a hot Saturday.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – JULY 15. We’ll meet on Tuesday (July 15) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Troop 682B Honey Badger patrol is the July meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Honey Badger patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Summer camp and storage container preparation;
– Time and weather permitting, one or more games planned and led by the Honey Badger patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. NO TROOP MEETING – JULY 22. As a reminder, because of summer camp, we will not meet on Tuesday, July 22.
3. PLC MEETING – AUGUST 4. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, August 4, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader) are expected to attend.
4. PLC ANNUAL PLANNING RETREAT – AUGUST 15-17. As a reminder, the PLC annual planning retreat is Friday – Sunday, August 15 – 17, at Lake Anna in Mineral, Virginia. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader) are expected to attend. Additional information will be provided later.
5. CLASS B UNIFORMS. As a reminder, scouts may wear their class B uniform (troop or scouting t-shirt) to troop meetings (through the August 19 meeting). If you never received a troop t-shirt, or if you want to purchase additional t-shirts, then please contact Mr. Yallapragada at uyallapragada@gmail.com.
6. SUMMER CAMP MERIT BADGE PREREQUISTES. As a reminder, the Camp Olmsted 2025 Program Guide is available at https://www.gotogoshen.org/wp-
If a prerequisite involves doing something (like cooking a meal, meeting with family, etc.), then bring a note from an adult (parent, troop adult leader, merit badge counselor, etc.) verifying completion of the requirement. Pictures are not required, but are welcome. If the prerequisite involves making something (like a survival kit, exercise plan, menu, etc.), then bring what you made or bring a note from a scoutmaster, assistant scoutmaster, or merit badge counselor verifying completion of the requirement. If a scout does not complete a prerequisite before camp, then the scout may complete it after camp. But, the merit badge is not earned until the prerequisite is completed.
7. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless I determine otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patron leaders.
8. POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILIY. As currently elected or appointed, the following Troop 682B scouts serve in the following positions of responsibility.
Elected Positions of Responsibility
• Senior Patrol Leader – Vinay Yallapragada
• Honey Badger Patrol Leader – Marlin Dodd
• Narwhal Patrol Leader – Nathan Rexo
• Orca Patrol Leader – Kale Burt
• Penguin Patrol Leader – Ramesh Deva
• Raven Patro Leader – Bisaj Tripathi
• New Scout One Patrol Leader – Avyay Kanmathareddy
• New Scout Two Patrol Leader – Noah Madden
Appointed Positions of Responsibility
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders – Jon Cattafesta and Kellan Flick
• Troop Guides – Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, Jason Cody Potter, and Aarnav Upadhyaya
• Chaplain Aide – Ritwik Kaki
• Den Chiefs – Nayan Gurjar, Dylan McWhirter, Jason Cody Potter, and Madhav Sampathgiri
• Historian – Peyton Thompson
• Instructors – Samvith Annavaram and Yug Pathak
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative – Ethan Whiteley
• Quartermasters – Austin Szabos and Nolan Ulrich
• Scribe – Henry Kay
• Webmasters – Haidar Anbari and Kevin Williams
• Members at Large (must carry out scoutmaster approved leadership project to help troop) : Srihith Layagala, Ashrith Thumuluru, and Ashwin Vallamsetty
Everyone, thanks to the youth and adults who planned, led, and participated in Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops on Saturday.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – JUNE 10. We’ll meet on Tuesday (June 10) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Troop 682B Raven patrol is the June meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Raven patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Kayaking campout preparation;
– Lashing instruction led by Samvith;
– Kickball planned and led by the Raven patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PACK 1148 FIELD DAY ASSISTANCE – JUNE 12. As a reminder, Troop 682 will assist Cub Scout Pack 1148 with its field day event on Thursday, June 12, at 7:00 pm, at Little River Elementary School. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility are expected to assist.
3. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – JUNE 12 (DIFFERENT LOCATION). The Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, June 12, at 7:00 pm, at Centreville United Methodist Church (not the Sully District Government Center). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
4. KAYAKING CAMPOUT – JUNE 13-15. As a reminder, our kayaking campout is June 13 – 15 in Luray, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://nam04.safelinks.protec
5. CLASS B UNIFORMS – JUNE 17. As a reminder, beginning with the June 17 troop meeting, scouts may wear their class B uniform (troop or scouting t-shirt). If you never received a troop t-shirt, or if you want to purchase additional t-shirts, then please contact Mr. Yallapragada at uyallapragada@gmail.com.
6. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – JUNE 28.Srikar Chilakapati will lead his Eagle Scout project on Saturday and Sunday, June 28and 29, at Pinebrook Elementary School (25480 Mindful Court, Aldie, Virginia). The project is creating a flower bed with native plants. There are 10:00 am – 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm shifts each day. Scouts are welcome to participate in as many shifts as they’d like. Pizza and drinks will be provided between 12:00 and 1:00 pm. Scouts should wear closed-toe shoes, bring work gloves, and bring other safety equipment. Please register by June 25 at https://nam04.safelinks.protec
7. NO TROOP MEETING – JULY 1. Because of Independence Day week, we will not meet on Tuesday, July 1.
8. PLC MEETING – JULY 7. The Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, July 7, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader) are expected to attend.
9. SAFEGUARDING YOUTH TRAINING. As a reminder, Scouting America has a new Safeguarding Youth Training (“SYT”) program. The updated training is part of Scouting America’s youth protection. The new SYT is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers. Unless it expires earlier, existing Youth Protection Training (“YPT”) remains valid until May 31, 2026. At that time, the new SYT will be required.
10. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless I determine otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patron leaders.
11. POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILIY. As currently elected or appointed, the following Troop 682B scouts serve in the following positions of responsibility.
Elected Positions of Responsibility
• Senior Patrol Leader – Vinay Yallapragada
• Honey Badger Patrol Leader – Marlin Dodd
• Narwhal Patrol Leader – Nathan Rexo
• Orca Patrol Leader – Kale Burt
• Penguin Patrol Leader – Ramesh Deva
• Raven Patro Leader – Bisaj Tripathi
• New Scout One Patrol Leader – Avyay Kanmathareddy
• New Scout Two Patrol Leader – Noah Madden
Appointed Positions of Responsibility
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders – Jon Cattafesta and Kellan Flick
• Troop Guides – Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, Jason Cody Potter, and Aarnav Upadhyaya
• Chaplain Aide – Ritwik Kaki
• Den Chiefs – Nayan Gurjar, Dylan McWhirter, Jason Cody Potter, and Madhav Sampathgiri
• Historian – Peyton Thompson
• Instructors – Samvith Annavaram and Yug Pathak
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative – Ethan Whiteley
• Quartermasters – Austin Szabos and Nolan Ulrich
• Scribe – Henry Kay
• Webmasters – Haidar Anbari and Kevin Williams
• Members at Large (must carry out scoutmaster approved leadership project to help troop) : Srihith Layagala, Ashrith Thumuluru, and Ashwin Vallamsetty
Everyone, hopefully, the weather will improve. Lately, it’s felt like fall or winter.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the court of honor and Safeguarding Youth Training announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. SPRING COURT OF HONOR – JUNE 3.We’ll have our Spring Court of Honor on Tuesday (June 3). We’ll begin at 7:00 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia. Family, friends, and scouts are invited to attend and recognize scouts for merit badges, awards, and ranks earned since the Winter Court of Honor.
2. EAGLE COURT OF HONOR – JUNE 3.Immediately after the Spring Court of Honor on Tuesday (June 3), we’ll have an Eagle Court of Honor for Vinay Yallapragada. Please celebrate this accomplishment with Vinay, his family, and his friends. Refreshments will be provided after the ceremony.
3. PLC MEETING – JUNE 2. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday (June 2) at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader) are expected to attend.
4. ILST – JUNE 7. As a reminder, Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (“ILST”) will be presented on Saturday (June 7) from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, in the PVUMC Fellowship Hall. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (other than assistant patrol leaders) are expected to attend.
5. PACK 1148 FIELD DAY ASSISTANCE – JUNE 12. Troop 682 will assist Cub Scout Pack 1148 with its field day event on Thursday, June 12, at 7:00 pm, at Little River Elementary School. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility are expected to assist.
6. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – JUNE 12. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, June 12, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
7. KAYAKING CAMPOUT – JUNE 13-15. As a reminder, our kayaking campout is June 13 – 15 in Luray, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://nam04.safelinks.protec
8. CLASS B UNIFORMS – JUNE 17. As a reminder, beginning with the June 17 troop meeting, scouts may wear their class B uniform (troop or scouting t-shirt). If you never received a troop t-shirt, or if you want to purchase additional t-shirts, then please contact Mr. Yallapragada at uyallapragada@gmail.com.
9. CAMP SNYDER MERIT BADGE WEEKS – JULY 13-18 AND 20-25. As a reminder, Camp Snyder (Haymarket, Virginia) is offering two “merit badge specialty weeks.” They are July 13 – 18, and July 20 – 25.Residential and day options are available. For scouts who cannot attend Camp Olmsted with the troop, or who want to earn additional merit badges, this is a great opportunity. Registration and additional information is available at https://nam04.safelinks.protec
10. SAFEGUARDING YOUTH TRAINING. Scouting America has a new Safeguarding Youth Training (“SYT”) program. The updated training is part of Scouting America’s youth protection. The new SYT is mandatory for all registered adult volunteers. Unless it expires earlier, existing Youth Protection Training (“YPT”) remains valid until May 31, 2026. At that time, the new SYT will be required.
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless I determine otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patron leaders.
12. POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILIY. As currently elected or appointed, the following Troop 682B scouts serve in the following positions of responsibility.
Elected Positions of Responsibility
• Senior Patrol Leader – Vinay Yallapragada
• Honey Badger Patrol Leader – Marlin Dodd
• Narwhal Patrol Leader – Nathan Rexo
• Orca Patrol Leader – Kale Burt
• Penguin Patrol Leader – Ramesh Deva
• Raven Patro Leader – Bisaj Tripathi
• New Scout One Patrol Leader – Avyay Kanmathareddy
• New Scout Two Patrol Leader – Noah Madden
Appointed Positions of Responsibility
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders – Jon Cattafesta and Kellan Flick
• Troop Guides – Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, Jason Cody Potter, and Aarnav Upadhyaya
• Chaplain Aide – Ritwik Kaki
• Den Chiefs – Nayan Gurjar, Dylan McWhirter, Jason Cody Potter, and Madhav Sampathgiri
• Historian – Peyton Thompson
• Instructors – Samvith Annavaram and Yug Pathak
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative – Ethan Whiteley
• Quartermasters – Austin Szabos and Nolan Ulrich
• Scribe – Henry Kay
• Webmasters – Haidar Anbari and Kevin Williams
• Members at Large (must carry out scoutmaster approved leadership project to help troop) : Srihith Layagala, Ashrith Thumuluru, and Ashwin Vallamsetty
Everyone, we completed another successful scout skills campout. Good job!
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the April 29 troop meeting revision and election, position of responsibility expectations, and May 6 swim check waiver and adults needed announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – APRIL 29. We’ll meet on Tuesday (April 29) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G will provide the April meeting patrol(s). The Troop 682B Panda patrol will assist.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Troop 682G patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Senior patrol leader election;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.) and patrol leader elections;
– Potential First Aid merit badge teaching;
– Fitness test for all scouts;
– One or more games planned and led by a Troop 682G patrol or the Panda patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. APRIL 29 TROOP MEETING – REVISION. The tentative plan to dig a trench from the PVUMC building to the location of the new troop storage container has changed. We will not dig a trench during the Tuesday (April 29) meeting. Please attend the meeting as normal.
3. SPRING TROOP ELECTION – APRIL 29. As a reminder, during the Tuesday (April 29) troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. Position of responsibility expectations are below. At this time, Kellan Flick, Nathan Rexo, and Vinay Yallapragada are running for SPL. If a scout has not previously served as a PL, and if the scout needs to serve in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and/or Eagle rank requirements, then I strongly recommend the scout run for PL.
4. PLC MEETING – MAY 5. As a reminder, the (new) Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, May 5, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader) must attend.
5. SWIM CHECK – MAY 6 – WAIVER AND ADULTS NEEDED. As a reminder, our annual swim check will be on Tuesday, May 6, at Propel Swim Academy (43160 Amberwood Plaza, South Riding, Virginia). Please meet at Propel at 7:30 pm (not 7:00 pm) on May 6. Please do not meet at PVUMC. Please wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. All participants (youth adults) must complete the attached waiver. In addition, as requested by Propel for safety reasons, we need a large number of adults to monitor the swimmers. If parents are available, then please assist with monitoring swimmers during the swim check. The requirements to be classified as a swimmer, beginner, or nonswimmer are at the bottom of page 2 of the Swim Classification Record available at https://www.scouting.org/wp-
6. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MAY 8. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, May 8, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
7. PACK 910 CAMPFIRE – MAY 9. Cub Scout Pack 910 will hold its spring campfire on Friday, May 9, at PVUMC, beginning around 6:30 pm. Troop 682 scouts are encouraged to attend and assist with the campfire. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, PLC members are expected to attend and assist with the campfire.
8. LAKE ANNA CAMPOUT – MAY 16-18. As a reminder, our annual Lake Anna campout is May 16 – 18. Among other things, we’ll boat, tube, ski, swim, and fish. We’ll camp at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/
9. SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION AND MERIT BADGES. As a reminder, we’ll attend Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation July 20 – 26. The cost is $595. If you want to attend Camp Olmsted but haven’t registered, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Erik Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com). Consistent with Scouting America requirements, any adult attending summer camp must be a Troop 682 registered leader. Camp Olmsted merit badge selection began Monday, March 31. Mr. Rexo created and sent a profile to each scout who expressed interest in attending summer campy. If you did not receive your profile, or if you have questions, then please contact Mr. Rexo.
10. PACK 910 FLOWER FUNDRAISER. As a reminder, Cub Scout Pack 910 has begun its annual spring flower and seed fundraiser with Flower Power Fundraising. Click the following link to shop and purchase flower, vegetable, and seed items: https://www.
11. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As noted above, during the Troop 682B April 29 meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and patrols will elect patrol leaders. After the elections, additional positions of responsibility will be appointed.
As communicated previously, and unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
1. Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
2. Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
Beginning with the April 29 elections, the above expectations apply to den chiefs. The above expectations do not apply to assistant patron leaders.
In addition, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, to serve in an appointed position of responsibility, a scout is expected to have served previously in an elected position of responsibility. The special considerations and circumstances include, among others, a scout running for an elected position, but not being elected. The elected positions are senior patrol leader and patrol leader.
12. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope you enjoyed spring break (and are ready for school).
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the position of responsibility expectations, two April 29 troop meeting, and Lake Anna campout registration announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – APRIL 22. We’ll meet on Tuesday (April 22) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G will provide the April meeting patrol(s). The Troop 682B Panda patrol will assist.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Troop 682G patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Scout skills campout preparation and planning;
– Personal fitness merit badge introduction;
– Marking of storage container location by adults;
– One or more games planned and led by a Troop 682G patrol or the Panda patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. SPRING TROOP ELECTION – APRIL 29. As a reminder, during the April 29 troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. Position of responsibility expectations are noted below.
3. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As noted above, during the Troop 682B April 29 meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and patrols will elect patrol leaders. After the elections, additional positions of responsibility will be appointed.
As communicated previously, and unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
1. Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
2. Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
Beginning with the April 29 elections, the above expectations apply to den chiefs. The above expectations do not apply to assistant patron leaders.
In addition, unless the Scoutmaster determines otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, to serve in an appointed position of responsibility, a scout is expected to have served previously in an elected position of responsibility. The special considerations and circumstances include, among others, a scout running for an elected position, but not being elected. The elected positions are senior patrol leader and patrol leader.
4. APRIL 29 TROOP MEETING – ARRIVE EARLY AND WEAR WORK CLOTHES. Tentatively, during the April 29 troop meeting, scouts will dig a trench from the PVUMC building to the location of the new troop storage container. The trench will assist in providing electric service to the container. Please arrive as early as possible, wear work (non-uniform) clothes, and bring work gloves and water.
5. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 25-27. As a reminder, our annual scout skills campout is April 25 – 27 at Lake Fairfax Campground in Reston, Virginia. Scouts new to Troop 682 are strongly encouraged to attend this campout. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/xJzwXQuZdHSZapUT8.
6. PACK 1148 SERVICE PROJECT ASSISTANCE – APRIL 26. As a reminder, Cub Scout Pack 1148 will conduct its annual cleanup of the Little River Elementary School (43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, Virginia) mulch beds on Saturday, April 26, at 9:00 am. If you aren’t attending the scout skills campout, then please consider assisting Pack 1148.
7. TRACK AND FIELD MEET ASSISTANCE – APRIL 27. The 2025 Virginia Pride Track Club Spring Kickoff Track and Field Classic is Sunday, April 27, at Gainesville High School (13150 University Boulevard, Gainesville, Virginia). If scouts would like to assist with the meet and earn service hours, then please sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48ACAE2AA2FDC07-2023#/. If you have questions, then please email toniavapride@gmail.com.
8. PLC MEETING – MAY 5. As a reminder, the (new) Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, May 5, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader) must attend.
9. SWIM CHECK – MAY 6. As a reminder, our annual swim check will be on Tuesday, May 6, at Propel Swim Academy (43160 Amberwood Plaza, South Riding, Virginia). Please meet at Propel at 7:30 pm (not 7:00 pm) on May 6. Please do not meet at PVUMC. Please wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. All participants must complete a waiver. We’ll distribute those in advance and have some on May 6. The requirements to be classified as a swimmer, beginner, or nonswimmer are at the bottom of page 2 of the Swim Classification Record available at https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Swim-Classificaiton-record-430-122.pdf.
10 . OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MAY 8. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, May 8, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
11. LAKE ANNA CAMPOUT – MAY 16-18. As a reminder, our annual Lake Anna campout is May 16 – 18. Among other things, we’ll boat, tube, ski, swim, and fish. We’ll camp at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/NDJaBdCFt5bA1mZMA.
12. SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION AND MERIT BADGES. As a reminder, we’ll attend Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation July 20 – 26. The cost is $595. If you want to attend Camp Olmsted but haven’t registered, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Erik Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com). Consistent with Scouting America requirements, any adult attending summer camp must be a Troop 682 registered leader. Camp Olmsted merit badge selection began Monday, March 31. Mr. Rexo created and sent a profile to each scout who expressed interest in attending summer campy. If you did not receive your profile, or if you have questions, then please contact Mr. Rexo.
13. PACK 910 FLOWER FUNDRAISER. As a reminder, Cub Scout Pack 910 has begun its annual spring flower and seed fundraiser with Flower Power Fundraising. Click the following link to shop and purchase flower, vegetable, and seed items: https://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/index.php/marketplace/seller/profile/shop/ncaccubscoutpack910. Pack 910 receives 50% of the proceeds.
14. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope your spring break is off to a good start.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. NO TROOP MEETING – APRIL 15. Because public schools are on spring break, we will not meet on Tuesday (April 15).
2. UPDATED TROOP CALENDAR. The updated Troop 682 2024-2025 calendar (as of March 5, 2025) is attached.
3. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 25-27. As a reminder, our annual scout skills campout is April 25 – 27 at Lake Fairfax Campground in Reston, Virginia. Scouts new to Troop 682 are strongly encouraged to attend this campout. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/xJzwXQuZdHSZapUT8.
4. PACK 1148 SERVICE PROJECT – APRIL 26. Cub Scout Pack 1148 will conduct its annual cleanup of the Little River Elementary School (43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, Virginia) mulch beds on Saturday, April 26, at 9:00 am. If you aren’t attending the scout skills campout, then please consider assisting Pack 1148.
5. SPRING TROOP ELECTION – APRIL 29. As a reminder, during the April 29 troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. Active service and other information regarding the elected and appointed positions of responsibility will be provided before the election.
6. PLC MEETING – MAY 5. The (new) Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, May 5, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader) must attend.
7. SWIM CHECK – MAY 6. As a reminder, our annual swim check will be on Tuesday, May 6, at Propel Swim Academy (43160 Amberwood Plaza, South Riding, Virginia). Please meet at Propel at 7:30 pm (not 7:00 pm) on May 6. Please do not meet at PVUMC. Please wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. All participants must complete a waiver. We’ll distribute those in advance and have some on May 6. The requirements to be classified as a swimmer, beginner, or nonswimmer are at the bottom of page 2 of the Swim Classification Record available at https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Swim-Classificaiton-record-430-122.pdf.
8 . OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MAY 8. The Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, May 8, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
9. LAKE ANNA CAMPOUT – MAY 16-18. As a reminder, our annual Lake Anna campout is May 16 – 18. Among other things, we’ll boat, tube, ski, swim, and fish. We’ll camp at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
10. SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION. As a reminder, we’ll attend Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation July 20 – 26. Until April 15, the cost is $565. After April 15, the cost is $595. If you expressed interested in attending Camp Olmsted, then you should have received a registration link and login credentials from Assistant Scoutmaster Erik Rexo. If you did not receive a link or credentials, then please contact Mr. Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com). If you want to attend Camp Olmsted and haven’t contacted Mr. Rexo previously, then please send Mr. Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com) the following information: Scout First Name, Scout Last Name, Troop (682B/682G), Rank, Age (at time of camp), Gender, Parent’s Name (First and Last), Parent’s Email, and Parent’s Phone Number. Consistent with Scouting America requirements, any adult attending summer camp must be a Troop 682 registered leader.
11. SUMMER CAMP MERIT BADGE REGISTRATION. As a reminder, Camp Olmsted merit badge selection began Monday, March 31. The camp registration fee must be paid before selecting merit badges. Popular merit badges fill quickly. Mr. Rexo created and sent a profile to each scout who expressed interest in attending summer campy. If you did not receive your profile, or if you have questions, then please contact Mr. Rexo at erik.rexo@gmail.com For additional information, please visit the camp website at https://www.gotogoshen.org/camps-programs/camp-olmsted/.
12. PACK 910 FLOWER FUNDRAISER. Cub Scout Pack 910 has begun its annual spring flower and seed fundraiser with Flower Power Fundraising. Click the following link to shop and purchase flower, vegetable, and seed items: https://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/index.php/marketplace/seller/profile/shop/ncaccubscoutpack910. Pack 910 receives 50% of the proceeds.
13. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope you’re enjoying the weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the updated troop calendar and PLC meeting announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – APRIL 8. We’ll meet on Tuesday (April 8) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G will provide the April meeting patrol(s). The Troop 682B Panda patrol will assist.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Troop 682G patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– New scout skills and rank requirements led by the Troop Guides;
– Fitness instruction led by Ritwik;
– Personal fitness merit badge introduction;
– Warriors Heart presentation led by Alex;
– One or more games planned and led by a Troop 682G patrol or the Panda patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. UPDATED TROOP CALENDAR. The updated Troop 682 2024-2025 calendar (as of March 5, 2025) is attached.
3. PLC MEETING – APRIL 7. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council will meet tomorrow (Monday, April 7) at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
4. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – APRIL 10. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, April 10, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center. All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
5. NO TROOP MEETING – APRIL 15. As a reminder, because public schools will be on spring break, we will not meet on Tuesday, April 15.
6. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 25-27. As a reminder, our annual scout skills campout is April 25 – 27 at Lake Fairfax Campground in Reston, Virginia. Scouts new to Troop 682 are strongly encouraged to attend this campout. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/xJzwXQuZdHSZapUT8.
7. PACK 1148 SERVICE PROJECT – APRIL 26. Cub Scout Pack 1148 will conduct its annual cleanup of the Little River Elementary School (43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, Virginia) mulch beds on Saturday, April 26, at 9:00 am. If you aren’t attending the scout skills campout, then please consider assisting Pack 1148.
8. SPRING TROOP ELECTION – APRIL 29. As a reminder, during the April 29 troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. Active service and other information regarding the elected and appointed positions of responsibility will be provided before the election.
9. SWIM CHECK – MAY 6. As a reminder, our annual swim check will be on Tuesday, May 6, at Propel Swim Academy (43160 Amberwood Plaza, South Riding, Virginia). Please meet at Propel at 7:30 pm (not 7:00 pm) on May 6. Please do not meet at PVUMC. Please wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. All participants must complete a waiver. We’ll distribute those in advance and have some on May 6. The requirements to be classified as a swimmer, beginner, or nonswimmer are at the bottom of page 2 of the Swim Classification Record available at https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Swim-Classificaiton-record-430-122.pdf.
10. LAKE ANNA CAMPOUT – MAY 16-18. As a reminder, our annual Lake Anna campout is May 16 – 18. Among other things, we’ll boat, tube, ski, swim, and fish. We’ll camp at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
11. SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION. As a reminder, we’ll attend Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation July 20 – 26. Until April 15, the cost is $565. After April 15, the cost is $595. If you expressed interested in attending Camp Olmsted, then you should have received a registration link and login credentials from Assistant Scoutmaster Erik Rexo. If you did not receive a link or credentials, then please contact Mr. Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com). If you want to attend Camp Olmsted and haven’t contacted Mr. Rexo previously, then please send Mr. Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com) the following information: Scout First Name, Scout Last Name, Troop (682B/682G), Rank, Age (at time of camp), Gender, Parent’s Name (First and Last), Parent’s Email, and Parent’s Phone Number. Consistent with Scouting America requirements, any adult attending summer camp must be a Troop 682 registered leader.
12. SUMMER CAMP MERIT BADGE REGISTRATION – MARCH 31. As a reminder, Camp Olmsted merit badge selection began Monday, March 31. The camp registration fee must be paid before selecting merit badges. Popular merit badges fill quickly. Mr. Rexo created and sent a profile to each scout who expressed interest in attending summer campy. If you did not receive your profile, or if you have questions, then please contact Mr. Rexo at erik.rexo@gmail.com For additional information, please visit the camp website at https://www.gotogoshen.org/camps-programs/camp-olmsted/.
13. PACK 910 FLOWER FUNDRAISER. Cub Scout Pack 910 has begun its annual spring flower and seed fundraiser with Flower Power Fundraising. Click the following link to shop and purchase flower, vegetable, and seed items: https://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/index.php/marketplace/seller/profile/shop/ncaccubscoutpack910. Pack 910 receives 50% of the proceeds.
14. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, congratulations to the scouts who completed the Order of the Arrow Ordeal this weekend. And, thanks to the scouts who assisted the Harmony senior living facility Saturday morning.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the summer camp merit badge selection opening (March 31) and new scout parents meeting (April 1) announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – APRIL 1. No fooling – we’ll meet on Tuesday (April 1) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
Troop 682G will provide the April meeting patrol(s). The Troop 682B Panda patrol will assist.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Troop 682G patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Family Life, Communication, and Emergency Preparedness merit badge meetings;
– Equipment and trailer organization led by Kellan;
– One or more games planned and led by a Troop 682G patrol or the Panda patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. NEW SCOUT PARENTS MEETING – APRIL 1. As a reminder, parents of scouts new to Troop 682 are invited to a meeting during the April 1 troop meeting. The adult leaders will introduce ourselves, review general troop and scouting information, discuss the scout skills campout and summer camp, and answer questions.
3. SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION. As a reminder, we’ll attend Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation July 20 – 26. The cost is $565, with a $30 discount for registrations submitted and paid by April 15. If you expressed interested in attending Camp Olmsted, then you should have received a registration link and login credentials from Assistant Scoutmaster Erik Rexo. If you did not receive a link or credentials, then please contact Mr. Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com). If you want to attend Camp Olmsted and haven’t contacted Mr. Rexo previously, then please send Mr. Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com) the following information: Scout First Name, Scout Last Name, Troop (682B/682G), Rank, Age (at time of camp), Gender, Parent’s Name (First and Last), Parent’s Email, and Parent’s Phone Number. Consistent with Scouting America requirements, any adult attending summer camp must be a Troop 682 registered leader.
4. SUMMER CAMP MERIT BADGE REGISTRATION – MARCH 31. Importantly, Camp Olmsted merit badge selection begins tomorrow (Monday, March 31) at 7:00 pm. The camp registration fee must be paid before selecting merit badges. Merit badges may be selected after tomorrow, but popular merit badges fill quickly. Mr. Rexo created and sent a profile to each scout who expressed interest in attending summer campy. If you did not receive your profile, or if you have questions, then please contact Mr. Rexo at erik.rexo@gmail.com For additional information, please visit the camp website at https://www.gotogoshen.org/camps-programs/camp-olmsted/.
5. CANCELLED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As communicated previously, the April 4 – 6 cycling campout is cancelled. This is a busy time for troop, Order of the Arrow, and other scouting events. In addition, scout registrations were low and rain is forecast.
6. PLC MEETING – APRIL 7. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, April 7, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
7. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – APRIL 10. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, April 10, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center. All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
8. NO TROOP MEETING – APRIL 15. As a reminder, because public schools will be on spring break, we will not meet on Tuesday, April 15.
9. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 25-27. As a reminder, our annual scout skills campout is April 25 – 27 at Lake Fairfax Campground in Reston, Virginia. Scouts new to Troop 682 are strongly encouraged to attend this campout. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/xJzwXQuZdHSZapUT8.
10. PACK 1148 SERVICE PROJECT – APRIL 26. Cub Scout Pack 1148 will conduct its annual cleanup of the Little River Elementary School (43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, Virginia) mulch beds on Saturday, April 26, at 9:00 am. If you aren’t attending the scout skills campout, then please consider assisting Pack 1148.
11. SPRING TROOP ELECTION – APRIL 29. As a reminder, during the April 29 troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. Active service and other information regarding the elected and appointed positions of responsibility will be provided before the election.
12. SWIM CHECK – MAY 6. Our annual swim check will be on Tuesday, May 6, at Propel Swim Academy (43160 Amberwood Plaza, South Riding, Virginia). Please meet at Propel at 7:30 pm (not 7:00 pm) on May 6. Please do not meet at PVUMC. Please wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. All participants must complete a waiver. We’ll distribute those in advance and have some on May 6. The requirements to be classified as a swimmer, beginner, or nonswimmer are at the bottom of page 2 of the Swim Classification Record available at https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Swim-Classificaiton-record-430-122.pdf.
13. LAKE ANNA CAMPOUT – MAY 16-18. Our annual Lake Anna campout is May 16 – 18. We’ll camp at Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
14. PACK 910 FLOWER FUNDRAISER. Cub Scout Pack 910 has begun its annual spring flower and seed fundraiser with Flower Power Fundraising. Click the following link to shop and purchase flower, vegetable, and seed items: https://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/index.php/marketplace/seller/profile/shop/ncaccubscoutpack910. Pack 910 receives 50% of the proceeds.
15. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, happy Spring.
After the recent Cub Scout Packs 2013 and 1148 crossover ceremonies, and including Packs 910 and 2011, at least 18 Arrow of Light scouts are joining Troop 682B. That’s great. These scouts will be assigned to new scout one patrol (Packs 910, 2011, and 2013) and new scout two patrol (Pack 1148). A few other young scouts new to scouting will be assigned to new scout one patrol. Each patrol is welcome to rename itself. In the fall, the new scouts will be assigned to permanent patrols. Please welcome our new scouts and scouting families to Troop 682B.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the new scout parents meeting and summer camp announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 25. We’ll meet on Tuesday (March 25) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Orca patrol is the March meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Equipment and trailer cleaning led by Kellan;
– One or more games planned and led by the Orca patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. CAMP OLMSTED – JULY 20-26. As noted in the March 11 email from Assistant Scoutmaster Erik Rexo, we’ll attend Camp Olmsted at the Goshen Scout Reservation July 20 – 26. The cost is $565, with a $30 discount for registrations submitted and paid by April 15. Camp Olmsted offers numerous merit badges and a Trailshead program for first-year scouts (which is strongly encouraged). Merit badge selection opens March 31 at 7:00 pm. Mr. Rexo must create a profile for each scout attending. Mr. Rexo will email interested scouts instructions for registering for camp, paying for camp, and selecting merit badges. For additional information, please visit the camp website at https://www.gotogoshen.org/camps-programs/camp-olmsted/.
If a scout wants to attend summer camp, then please send Mr. Rexo (erik.rexo@gmail.com) the following information: Scout First Name, Scout Last Name, Troop (682B/682G), Rank, Age (at time of camp), Gender, Parent’s Name (First and Last), Parent’s Email, and Parent’s Phone Number.
3. NEW SCOUT PARENTS MEETING – APRIL 1. Parents of scouts new to Troop 682 are invited to a meeting during the April 1 troop meeting. The adult leaders will introduce ourselves, review general troop and scouting information, discuss the scout skills campout and summer camp, and answer questions.
4. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/VZt6BBfg65qjpXPLA.
5. PLC MEETING – APRIL 7. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, April 7, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
6. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – APRIL 10. The Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, April 10, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center. All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
7. NO TROOP MEETING – APRIL 15. Because public schools will be on spring break, we will not meet on Tuesday, April 15.
8. SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – APRIL 25-27. Our annual scout skills campout is April 25 – 27 at Lake Fairfax Campground in Reston, Virginia. Scouts new to Troop 682 are strongly encouraged to attend this campout. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
9. SPRING TROOP ELECTION – APRIL 29. During the April 29 troop meeting, scouts will elect a senior patrol leader, and each patrol will elect a patrol leader. Active service and other information regarding the elected and appointed positions of responsibility will be provided before the election.
10. PACK 910 FLOWER FUNDRAISER. Cub Scout Pack 910 has begun its annual spring flower and seed fundraiser with Flower Power Fundraising. Click the following link to shop and purchase flower, vegetable, and seed items: https://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/index.php/marketplace/seller/profile/shop/ncaccubscoutpack910. Pack 910 receives 50% of the proceeds.
11. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, Cub Scout Packs 910 and 2011 conducted Arrow of Light crossover ceremonies on Friday evening and Saturday afternoon. These new Troop 682B scouts may begin attending troop meetings on Tuesday (March 18). Please welcome and engage with these new scouts.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 18. We’ll meet on Tuesday (March 18) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Orca patrol is the March meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Equipment and trailer inventory led by Kellan;
– Some mulch sale deliveries;
– One or more games planned and led by the Orca patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. MULCH DELIVERY ASSISTANCE – MARCH 18. At least 4 scouts serving in a position of responsibility (other than Quartermaster or Troop Guide) or 4 older scouts are needed to deliver mulch during the Tuesday (March 18) troop meeting. These scouts may wear class B uniform.
3. PACK 2013 and 1148 AoL CROSSOVER CEREMONIES – MARCH 20 AND 22. Cub Scout Packs 2013 and 1148 have the below Arrow of Light crossover ceremonies. As a reminder, if a Troop 682B scout serving in a position of responsibility was in one of the below packs, and unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, the scout must attend the crossover ceremony for that pack.
– Pack 2013 – Thursday, March 20, 6:15 pm, Hovatter Elementary School
– Pack 1148 – Saturday, March 22, 2:00 pm, Little River Elementary School
4. MULCH SALE PICK UP – MARCH 22. Because of a delay in mulch deliveries, the mulch sale pick was rescheduled to Saturday (March 22) from 9:00 – 11:00 am and 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered, hopefully before Saturday (March 22). As a reminder, unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me or attending the battleship overnighter, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist during one or both mulch sale pick up times.
5. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. As a reminder, the USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information are available at https://forms.gle/RgMEtxY4BYtfS3ir5.
6. PACK 910 FLOWER FUNDRAISER. Cub Scout Pack 910 has begun its annual spring flower and seed fundraiser with Flower Power Fundraising. Click the following link to shop and purchase flower, vegetable, and seed items: https://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/index.php/marketplace/seller/profile/shop/ncaccubscoutpack910. Pack 910 receives 50% of the proceeds.
7. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/VZt6BBfg65qjpXPLA.
8. PLC MEETING – APRIL 7. The Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, April 7, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
9. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – APRIL 10. The Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, April 10, at 7:00 pm, at the Sully District Government Center. All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
10. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope you’re enjoying the weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the March 15 mulch sale pick up, cross over ceremony, and cycling campout registration announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – MARCH 11. We’ll meet on Tuesday (March 11) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Orca patrol is the March meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Merit badge madness;
– Potentially 1 or more games planned and led by the Orca patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 13 – LOCATION CHANGE. The Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday (March 13) at 7:00 pm, on the activity field across the street behind Centreville United Methodist Church (6400 Old Centreville Road). This is a location change from the Sully District Government Center. All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
3. MULCH SALE PICK UP – MARCH 15. The mulch sale pick up is Saturday (March 15) from 9:00 – 11:00 am and 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered, hopefully before Saturday (March 15). As a reminder, unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist during one or both mulch sale pick up times.
4. PACK AoL CROSSOVER CEREMONIES. Cub Scout Packs with Arrow of Light scouts crossing over to Troop 682B have the below crossover ceremonies. As a reminder, if a Troop 682B scout serving in a position of responsibility was in one of the below packs, and unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, the scout must attend the crossover ceremony for that pack.
– Pack 910 – Friday, March 14, 7:00 pm, Liberty Elementary School
– Pack 2011 – Saturday, March 15, 4:00 pm, James McDonnell Recreation Center
– Pack 2013 – Thursday, March 20, 6:15 pm, Hovatter Elementary School
– Pack 1148 – Saturday, March 22, 2:00 pm, Little River Elementary School
5. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. As a reminder, the USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information are available at https://forms.gle/RgMEtxY4BYtfS3ir5.
6. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/VZt6BBfg65qjpXPLA.
7. PLC MEETING – APRIL 7. The Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, April 7, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
8. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, congratulations to the scouts elected to the Order of the Arrow last Tuesday. And, congratulations to the scouts who survived the climbing overnighter. Other than sore muscles and tired scouts, I understand it went well.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the March 4 CoH arrival announcement.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. WINTER COURT OF HONOR – MARCH 4. We’ll have our Winter Court of Honor on Tuesday (March 4) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia. Because PVUMC will have a dinner in the fellowship hall, please enter the CoH through the sanctuary front doors.
2. PLC MEETING – MARCH 3. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council will meet tomorrow (Monday, March 3) at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
3. BATTLEFIELD HIKE POSTPONED. The hike at Manassas National Battlefield scheduled for Saturday (March 8) has been postponed. Additional information will be provided later.
4. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 13. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, March 13, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
5. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. Purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
6. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. As a reminder, the USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information are available at https://forms.gle/RgMEtxY4BYtfS3ir5.
7. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
8. PLC MEETING – APRIL 7. The Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, April 7, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
9. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope you’re having a nice weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the February 25 OA election and shortened merit badge madness, and climbing and battleship overnighter registration, announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – FEBRUARY 25. We’ll meet on Tuesday (February 25) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Narwhal patrol is the February meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Order of the Arrow election;
– Shortened merit badge madness (30 minutes or less);
– Campfire and OA Tap-Out or Call-Out ceremony;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. OA ELECTION – FEBRUARY 25. As a reminder, during the Tuesday troop meeting, scouts will elect scouts for potential Order of the Arrow membership. To be eligible for election, a scout: (1) must be at least First Class rank and (2) must have experienced at least 15 nights of scout camping since February 26, 2023, with the nights including one (but no more than one) long-term scout camping consisting of at least 5 consecutive nights of overnight camping. If elected, then OA membership requires completing an “Ordeal” within 18 months of election. The spring Ordeal is March 28 – 30 at Camp Snyder.
3. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER – MARCH 1-2. As a reminder, our climbing overnighter is Saturday – Sunday, March 1 – 2, at Sportrock Climbing Center in Sterling, Virginia. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/94TkGGQoLqCJ8yqW8.
4. PLC MEETING – MARCH 3. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
5. WINTER COURT OF HONOR – MARCH 4. As a reminder, our winter Court of Honor is Tuesday, March 4, at PVUMC. We’ll begin an 7:00 pm.
6. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 13. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, March 13, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
7. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. As noted below, purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
8. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. As a reminder, the USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information are available at https://forms.gle/RgMEtxY4BYtfS3ir5.
9. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, because of campground availability and other reasons, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
10. MULCH SALE ORDERS. As a reminder, scout families, friends, and neighbors may order mulch as part of the Troop 682 mulch sale fundraiser. To order, please scan the QR code on a mulch sale door tag or click https://troop682chantillymulch.org/. Each bag of mulch is 3 cubic feet and costs $6.00. Orders of 20 bags or more will be delivered to the ordering residence. Unless other arrangements are made, orders of less than 20 bags much be picked up at PVUMC. We are targeting mulch deliver for the week of March 15.
11. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope you’re enjoying the holiday weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – FEBRUARY 18. We’ll meet on Tuesday (February 18) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Narwhal patrol is the February meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Merit badge madness;
– Potentially, one or more games planned and led by the Narwhal patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING – FEBRUARY 22. As a reminder, University of Scouting is Saturday (February 22) at Hayfield Secondary School (7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, Virginia). Registration and additional information is available at https://www.ncacbsa.org/the-university-of-scouting/.
3. OA ELECTION – FEBRUARY 25. As a reminder, during the February 25 troop meeting, scouts will elect scouts for potential Order of the Arrow membership. To be eligible for election, a scout: (1) must be at least First Class rank and (2) must have experienced at least 15 nights of scout camping since February 26, 2023, with the nights including one (but no more than one) long-term scout camping consisting of at least 5 consecutive nights of overnight camping. Please review your scouting records. If you think you are eligible, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Adam Whiteley at agwhiteley@gmail.com. If elected, then OA membership requires completing an “Ordeal” within 18 months of election. The spring Ordeal is March 28 – 30 at Camp Snyder.
4. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER – MARCH 1-2. As a reminder, our climbing overnighter is Saturday – Sunday, March 1 – 2, at Sportrock Climbing Center in Sterling, Virginia. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/94TkGGQoLqCJ8yqW8.
5. PLC MEETING – MARCH 3. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council will meet on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend.
6. WINTER COURT OF HONOR – MARCH 4. As a reminder, our winter Court of Honor is Tuesday, March 4, at PVUMC. We’ll begin an 7:00 pm.
7. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 13. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, March 13, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
8. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. As noted below, purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
9. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. As a reminder, the USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information will be provided later.
10. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, because of campground availability and other reasons, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
11. MULCH SALE ORDERS. As a reminder, scout families, friends, and neighbors may order mulch as part of the Troop 682 mulch sale fundraiser. To order, please scan the QR code on a mulch sale door tag or click https://troop682chantillymulch.org/. Each bag of mulch is 3 cubic feet and costs $6.00. Orders of 20 bags or more will be delivered to the ordering residence. Unless other arrangements are made, orders of less than 20 bags much be picked up at PVUMC. We are targeting mulch deliver for the week of March 15.
12. SCOUTBOOK BOARD OF REVIEW REQUIREMENT. As a reminder, a scout must update his rank advancement in Scoutbook (https://scoutbook.scouting.org/) before participating in a Board of Review. Scoutbook (electronic) is different from the Handbook (physical). While both advancement records are important, a current Scoutbook record will assist in confirming advancement requirements before and during a BoR.
13. INSTRUCTIONS TO ADD YOUTH SCOUTBOOK ACCESS. As a reminder, if a youth has an email address, then the youth is encouraged to have his own Scoutbook access. An adult may provide youth access by: (1) logging into Scoutbook, (2) clicking “My Dashboard,” (3) clicking the youth’s name under “My Family,” (4) clicking “Edit Extended Information,” (5) scrolling down and clicking “Invite – Youth Name – to Connect.” (5) entering the youth’s email address, (6) asking the youth to log into email and accept the invitation, (7) asking the youth to select a password, and (8) asking the youth to log into Scoutbook.
14. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, approximately 50 Troop 682 youth and adults attended the ski trip or Scout Sunday this weekend. That’s great.
Considering the weather forecast this week, please remember that, if pubic schools are closed for students, then Troop 682 events are cancelled.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the mulch sale and OA chapter meeting announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – FEBRUARY 11. Weather permitting, we’ll meet on Tuesday (February 11) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Narwhal patrol is the February meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Merit badge madness;
– Potentially, one or more games planned and led by the Narwhal patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. MULCH SALE ORDERS. As a reminder, scout families, friends, and neighbors may order mulch as part of the Troop 682 mulch sale fundraiser. To order, please scan the QR code on a mulch sale door tag or click https://troop682chantillymulch.org/. Each bag of mulch is 3 cubic feet and costs $6.00. Orders of 20 bags or more will be delivered to the ordering residence. Unless other arrangements are made, orders of less than 20 bags much be picked up at PVUMC. We are targeting mulch deliver for the week of March 15.
3. SCOUTBOOK BOARD OF REVIEW REQUIREMENT. As a reminder, a scout must update his rank advancement in Scoutbook (https://scoutbook.scouting.org/) before participating in a Board of Review. Scoutbook (electronic) is different from the Handbook (physical). While both advancement records are important, a current Scoutbook record will assist in confirming advancement requirements before and during a BoR.
4. INSTRUCTIONS TO ADD YOUTH SCOUTBOOK ACCESS. As a reminder, if a youth has an email address, then the youth is encouraged to have his own Scoutbook access. An adult may provide youth access by: (1) logging into Scoutbook, (2) clicking “My Dashboard,” (3) clicking the youth’s name under “My Family,” (4) clicking “Edit Extended Information,” (5) scrolling down and clicking “Invite – Youth Name – to Connect.” (5) entering the youth’s email address, (6) asking the youth to log into email and accept the invitation, (7) asking the youth to select a password, and (8) asking the youth to log into Scoutbook.
5. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – FEBRUARY 13. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday (February 13) at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
6. UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING – FEBRUARY 22. As a reminder, the University of Scouting is an annual training opportunity for Scout leaders. A wide variety of training opportunities are available in one place. The National Capital Area Council UoS is Saturday, February 22, at Hayfield Secondary School (7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, Virginia). Registration and additional information is available at https://www.ncacbsa.org/the-university-of-scouting/.
7. OA ELECTION – FEBRUARY 25. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow – or OA – is scouting’s “national honor society.” During the February 25 troop meeting, scouts will elect scouts for potential OA membership. To be eligible for election, a scout: (1) must be at least First Class rank and (2) must have experienced at least 15 nights of scout camping since February 26, 2023, with the nights including one (but no more than one) long-term scout camping consisting of at least 5 consecutive nights of overnight camping. Please review your scouting records. If you think you are eligible, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Adam Whiteley at agwhiteley@gmail.com. If elected, then OA membership requires completing an “Ordeal” within 18 months of election. The Ordeal is designed to teach significant values. During the Ordeal, scouts maintain silence, receive small amounts of food, work on camp improvement projects, and sleep apart from other campers. The spring Ordeal is March 28 – 30 at Camp Snyder.
8. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER – MARCH 1-2. As a reminder, our climbing overnighter is Saturday – Sunday, March 1 – 2, at Sportrock Climbing Center in Sterling, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
9. PLC MEETING – MARCH 3. The Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC.
10. WINTER COURT OF HONOR – MARCH 4. As a reminder, our winter Court of Honor is Tuesday, March 4, at PVUMC. We’ll begin an 7:00 pm.
11. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 13. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, March 13, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
12. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. As noted above, purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
13. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. As a reminder, the USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information will be provided later.
14. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, because of campground availability and other reasons, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
15. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, as a reminder, the Troop 682B patrol leaders council (“PLC”) will meet tomorrow (Monday, February 3) at 7:00 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church.
Other than assistant patrol leaders and den chiefs, and unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B youth leaders must attend the meeting. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend. If you are a youth receiving this email, then you’re on the PLC or are an appointed leader.
Please wear your class A uniform.
A tentative meeting agenda is below. Draft minutes of the January PLC meeting are attached.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. Welcome (Jon)
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Scout Oath or Law (Narwhal Patrol)
3. Roll Call (Henry)
4. Review and Approve Previous PLC Meeting Minutes (Henry)
5. Senior Patrol Leader Report (Jon)
6. Scoutmaster Report (Mr. Thompson)
– Narwhal February Meeting Patrol
– Orca March Meeting Patrol
– Scoutbook Update Before Board of Review
– Merit Badge Madness
– March 4 Winter Court of Honor and Eagle Court of Honor (Tentative)
– February 1 Mulch Sale Fundraiser Drop Off Attendance
– February 7-9 Ski Trip
– February 9 Scout Sunday (Mr. Whiteley)
– March 1-2 Climbing Overnighter
– March 8 Battlefield Hike
– March 22-23 Rescheduled USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter
– April 4-6 Rescheduled Cycling Cam[pout
7. Patrol Leader Reports
– Honey Badger (Ryan)
– Narwhal (Atharv S.)
– Orca (Jason Cody)
– Panda (Ritwik)
– Penguin (Arjun)
– Raven (Kevin)
8. Appointed Leader Reports
– Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders (Russell – Events and Aarnav – Meetings)
– Bugler (Open)
– Chaplain Aide (Carter)
– Historians (Srihith and Cooper)
– OA Unit Representative (Ethan)
– Outdoor Ethics Guides (Ashrith)
– Quartermaster (Kellan)
– Scribe (Henry)
– Troop Guides (Alexander, Atharv N., and Mithran)
– Webmaster (Samvith)
9. Review February 2025 Troop Meetings – Narwhal Meeting Patrol (Atharv S. Patrol Leader)
10. Plan March 2025 Troop Meetings – Orca Meeting Patrol (Jason Cody Patrol Leader)
– March 4 (Court of Honor (?))
– March 11
– March 18
– March 25
11. Comments, Suggestions, or Questions from PLC Members
12. Closing (Jon)
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown and Aarnav Upadhyaya
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
Everyone, I understand the Pentagon tour went well. That’s great.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the mulch sale door tag drop-off announcement.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – JANUARY 28. We’ll meet on Tuesday (January 28)) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Honey Badger patrol is the January meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Mulch sale door tag distribution preparation and coordination;
– Potentially, comments or presentation by Mr. Kay (Pentagon history), Ashrith (outdoor ethics), and/or Will V. (emergency preparedness and Eagle Scout project);
– One or more games planned and led by the Honey Badger patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
Pack 910 Arrow of Light scouts are scheduled to visit during the meeting. Please welcome and engage with them.
2. MERIT BADGE MADNESS – FEBRUARY. As a reminder, February is “merit badge madness.” During a January troop meeting, scouts should register for at least one merit badge. Registration sheets will be available at each January meeting. If you have questions regarding merit badge madness, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Rich Williams at wllmsri5@gmail.com.
3. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER DROP OFF – FEBRUARY 1. As a reminder, and as noted in the January 19 email from Assistant Scoutmaster Sarah Vepraskas, our mulch sale fundraiser “drop off” is Saturday (February 1). We’ll hang door tags promoting the fundraiser. We’ll meet at 9:00 am at PVUMC. Scouts must wear their class A uniform, but also dress appropriately for the weather. Parents, we need assistance driving scouts for the drop off. If you can assist, then please inform ASM Vepraskas at sarah.s.vepraskas@gmail.com.
4. PACK 1148 PINEWOOD DERBY ASSISTANCE – FEBRUARY 1. As a reminder, troop 682 will assist Pack 1148 with its Pinewood Derby on Saturday (February 1) from approximately 7:00 to 8:30 am, and after the mulch sale door tag drop off. The Derby will be at Little River Elementary School (43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, Virginia).
5, RAILROADING MERIT BADGE CAPTSONE EVENT – FEBRUARY 2. As a reminder, for scouts who participated in the Railroading Merit Badge teaching in April 2024, the “capstone” event is Sunday (February 2). Please meet at PVUMC at 1:30 pm. The scouts will visit a private model railroad in Gainesville. The scouts anticipate returning to PVUMC by 4:00 pm. If you have questions, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Dutch Holland at cstgholland@gmail.com.
6. SCOUTBOOK BOARD OF REVIEW REQUIREMENT. As a reminder, and as determined during the January 13 Troop 682 Committee meeting, and beginning immediately, a scout must update his or her rank advancement in Scoutbook (https://scoutbook.scouting.org/) before participating in a Board of Review. As a reminder, Scoutbook (electronic) is different from the Handbook (physical). While both advancement records are important, a current Scoutbook record will assist in confirming advancement requirements before and during a BoR.
7. SCOUTBOOK ASSISTANCE. As a reminder, Scoutbook assistance is available at https://help.scoutbook.scouting.org/. Notably, a “Scoutbook Tutorial for Parents” is available at https://help.scoutbook.scouting.org/knowledge-base/scoutbook-tutorial-for-parents/. Troop 682 hopes to provide some Scoutbook advancement specific guidance.
8. MULCH SALE ORDERS. As a reminder, and as also noted in the January 19 email from Assistant Scoutmaster Sarah Vepraskas, scout families, friends, and neighbors may order mulch as part of the fundraiser. To order, please scan the QR code on a door tag. The QR code will also be sent on February 1. Each bag of mulch is 3 cubic feet and costs $6.00. Orders of 20 bags or more will be delivered to the ordering residence. Unless other arrangements are made, orders of less than 20 bags much be picked up at PVUMC. We are targeting mulch deliver for the week of March 15.
9. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/tSkWBShLqAimB3fq5.
10. SCOUT SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 9. As a reminder, Scout Sunday is February 9 at 11:00 am at PVUMC. Please join the troop in expressing our appreciation to PVUMC. All Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility, and unless attending the ski trip or excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, are expected to attend. Additional information will be provided later.
11. TRAINED LEADER REQUIREMENTS. As a reminder, each Troop 682 registered adult leader is encouraged to become a “trained leader.” As updated in December 2024, the trained leader requirements are available at https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Position-Trained-Requirements-Dec2024v2.pdf. Notably, some training (like “Hazardous Weather Training” and “Youth Protection Training”) expire after two years and must be completed again to remain a trained leader.
12. UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING – FEBRUARY 22. As a reminder, the University of Scouting is an annual training opportunity for adult Scout leaders. A wide variety of training opportunities are available in one place. The National Capital Area Council UoS is Saturday, February 22, at Hayfield Secondary School (7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, Virginia). Registration and additional information is available at https://www.ncacbsa.org/the-university-of-scouting/.
13. OA ELECTION – FEBRUARY 25. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow – or OA – is scouting’s “national honor society.” During the February 25 troop meeting, scouts will elect scouts for potential OA membership. To be eligible for election, a scout: (1) must be at least First Class rank and (2) must have experienced at least 15 nights of scout camping since February 26, 2023, with the nights including one (but no more than one) long-term scout camping consisting of at least 5 consecutive nights of overnight camping.
At this time, Scoutbook indicates the following Troop 682B scouts are eligible for OA election: Samvith A., Jon C., Alexander D., Ryan D., Kellan F., Max H., Henry K., Dylan M., and Austin S. Please review your scouting records. If you think you are eligible, but are not listed, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Adam Whiteley at agwhiteley@gmail.com.
If elected, then OA membership requires completing an “Ordeal” within 18 months of election. The Ordeal is designed to teach significant values. During the Ordeal, scouts maintain silence, receive small amounts of food, work on camp improvement projects, and sleep apart from other campers. The spring Ordeal is March 28 – 30 at Camp Snyder.
14. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER – MARCH 1-2. As a reminder, our climbing overnighter is Saturday – Sunday, March 1 – 2, at Sportrock Climbing Center in Sterling, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
15. PLC MEETING – MARCH 3. The Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC.
16. WINTER COURT OF HONOR – MARCH 4. Our winter Court of Honor is Tuesday, March 4, at PVUMC. We’ll begin an 7:00 pm.
17. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 13. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, March 13, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
18. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. As noted above, purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
19. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. As a reminder, the USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information will be provided later.
20. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. As a reminder, because of campground availability and other reasons, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
21. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope you’re enjoying a long (and snowy) weekend. As a reminder, if public schools are closed for inclement weather, then troop events are canceled.
A few (actually, many) Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the Scoutbook BoR, adult training, and rescheduled events announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – JANUARY 21. Weather permitting, we’ll meet on Tuesday (January 21)) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Honey Badger patrol is the January meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Comments or presentation by Mr. Kay (Pentagon history), Ashrith (outdoor ethics), and Will V. (emergency preparedness and Eagle Scout project);
– One or more games planned and led by the Honey Badger patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and meeting closing and clean up.
Pack 910 Arrow of Light scouts are scheduled to visit during the meeting. Please welcome and engage with them.
2. SCOUTBOOK BOARD OF REVIEW REQUIREMENT. As determined during the January 13 Troop 682 Committee meeting, and beginning immediately, a scout must update his or her rank advancement in Scoutbook (https://scoutbook.scouting.org/) before participating in a Board of Review. As a reminder, Scoutbook (electronic) is different from the Handbook (physical). While both advancement records are important, a current Scoutbook record will assist in confirming advancement requirements before and during a BoR.
3. SCOUTBOOK ASSISTANCE. Scoutbook assistance is available at https://help.scoutbook.scouting.org/. Notably, a “Scoutbook Tutorial for Parents” is available at https://help.scoutbook.scouting.org/knowledge-base/scoutbook-tutorial-for-parents/. Troop 682 hopes to provide some Scoutbook advancement specific guidance.
4. MERIT BADGE MADNESS – FEBRUARY. February is “merit badge madness.” During a January troop meeting, scouts should register for at least one merit badge. Registration sheets will be available at each January meeting. If you have questions regarding merit badge madness, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Rich Williams at wllmsri5@gmail.com.
5. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday (January 25). We’ll meet at PVUMC at 8:00 am and anticipate returning to PVUMC by 2:30 pm. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/o8oaB6o8fCjjrAqr7. The registration deadline is Monday (January 20) at 7:00 pm. Please note the strict class A uniform and adult vetting requirements.
6. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER DROP OFF – FEBRUARY 1. As a reminder, and as noted in the January 19 email from Assistant Scoutmaster Sarah Vepraskas, our mulch sale fundraiser “drop off” is Saturday, February 1. We’ll hang door tags promoting the fundraiser. We’ll meet at 9:00 am at PVUMC. Scouts must wear their class A uniform, but also dress appropriately for the weather. Parents, we need assistance driving scouts for the drop off. If you can assist, then please inform ASM Vepraskas at sarah.s.vepraskas@gmail.com.
7. MULCH SALE ORDERS. As also noted in the January 19 email from Assistant Scoutmaster Sarah Vepraskas, scout families, friends, and neighbors may order mulch as part of the fundraiser. To order, please scan the QR code on a door tag. The QR code will also be sent on February 1. Each bag of mulch is 3 cubic feet and costs $6.00. Orders of 20 bags or more will be delivered to the ordering residence. Unless other arrangements are made, orders of less than 20 bags much be picked up at PVUMC. We are targeting mulch deliver for the week of March 15.
8. PACK 1148 PINEWOOD DERBY ASSISTANCE – FEBRUARY 1. Troop 682 will assist Pack 1148 with its Pinewood Derby on Saturday, February 1, from approximately 7:00 to 8:30 am, and after the mulch sale door tag drop off. The Derby will be at Little River Elementary School (43464 Hyland Hills Street, South Riding, Virginia).
9, RAILROADING MERIT BADGE CAPTSONE EVENT – FEBRUARY 2. For scouts who participated in the Railroading Merit Badge teaching in April 2024, the “capstone” event is Sunday, February 2. Please meet at PVUMC at 1:30 pm. The scouts will visit a private model railroad in Gainesville. The scouts anticipate returning to PVUMC by 4:00 pm. If you have questions, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Dutch Holland at cstgholland@gmail.com.
10. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/tSkWBShLqAimB3fq5.
11. SCOUT SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 9. As a reminder, Scout Sunday is February 9 at 11:00 am at PVUMC. Please join the troop in expressing our appreciation to PVUMC. All Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility, and unless attending the ski trip or excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, are expected to attend. Additional information will be provided later.
12. TRAINED LEADER REQUIREMENTS. Each Troop 682 registered adult leader is encouraged to become a “trained leader.” As updated in December 2024, the trained leader requirements are available at https://www.scouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Position-Trained-Requirements-Dec2024v2.pdf. Notably, some training (like “Hazardous Weather Training” and “Youth Protection Training”) expire after two years and must be completed again to remain a trained leader.
13. UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING – FEBRUARY 22. The University of Scouting is an annual training opportunity for adult Scout leaders. A wide variety of training opportunities are available in one place. The National Capital Area Council UoS is Saturday, February 22, at Hayfield Secondary School (7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, Virginia). Registration and additional information is available at https://www.ncacbsa.org/the-university-of-scouting/.
14. OA ELECTION – FEBRUARY 25. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow – or OA – is scouting’s “national honor society.” During the February 25 troop meeting, scouts will elect scouts for potential OA membership. To be eligible for election, a scout: (1) must be at least First Class rank and (2) must have experienced at least 15 nights of scout camping since February 26, 2023, with the nights including one (but no more than one) long-term scout camping consisting of at least 5 consecutive nights of overnight camping.
At this time, Scoutbook indicates the following Troop 682B scouts are eligible for OA election: Samvith A., Jon C., Alexander D., Ryan D., Kellan F., Max H., Henry K., Dylan M., and Austin S. Please review your scouting records. If you think you are eligible, but are not listed, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Adam Whiteley at agwhiteley@gmail.com.
If elected, then OA membership requires completing an “Ordeal” within 18 months of election. The Ordeal is designed to teach significant values. During the Ordeal, scouts maintain silence, receive small amounts of food, work on camp improvement projects, and sleep apart from other campers. The spring Ordeal is March 28 – 30 at Camp Snyder.
15. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER – MARCH 1-2. As a reminder, our climbing overnighter is Saturday – Sunday, March 1 – 2, at Sportrock Climbing Center in Sterling, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
16. PLC MEETING – MARCH 3. The Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC.
17. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – MARCH 13. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, March 13, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
18. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. As noted above, purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
19. RESCHEDULED BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – MARCH 22-23. The USS Wisconsin Battleship Overnighter has been rescheduled for March 22 – 23 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and other information will be provided later.
20. RESCHEDULED CYCLING CAMPOUT – APRIL 4-6. Because of campground availability and other reasons, the cycling campout has been rescheduled for April 4 – 6. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
21. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, I hope you enjoyed and stayed safe during the snow. As communicated separately, because of the weather, the USS Wisconsin Battleship overnighter is being rescheduled.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the Pentagon Day trip registration, railroading merit badge capstone event, ski trip registration, and OA election announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE – JANUARY 14. Our annual holiday party and gift exchange is Tuesday (January 14) at 7:00 pm in the Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) fellowship hall. Please bring a wrapped gift costing between $10 and 20. Ryan and the Honey Badger patrol will lead the gift exchange. The Panda patrol will provide food.
2. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday, January 25, 2025. We’ll meet at PVUMC at 8:00 am and anticipate returning to PVUMC by 2:30 pm. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/o8oaB6o8fCjjrAqr7. The registration deadline is Monday, January 20, at 7:00 pm. Please note the strict class A uniform and adult vetting requirements.
3. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER DROP OFF – FEBRUARY 1. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “drop off” is Saturday, February 1. We’ll hang door tags promoting the fundraiser. We’ll meet at 9:00 am at PVUMC. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
4, RAILROADING MERIT BADGE CAPTSONE EVENT – FEBRUARY 2. For scouts who participated in the Railroading Merit Badge teaching in April 2024, the “capstone” event is Sunday, February 2. Please meet at PVUMC at 1:30 pm. The scouts will visit a private model railroad in Gainesville. The scouts anticipate returning to PVUMC by 4:00 pm. If you have questions, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Dutch Holland at cstgholland@gmail.com.
5. PLC MEETING – FEBRUARY 3. The Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday (February 3) at 7:00 pm at PVUMC.
6. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/tSkWBShLqAimB3fq5.
7. SCOUT SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 9. As a reminder, Scout Sunday is February 9 at 11:00 am at PVUMC. Please join the troop in expressing our appreciation to PVUMC. All Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility, and unless attending the ski trip or excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, are expected to attend. Additional information will be provided later.
8. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – FEBRUARY 13. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, February 13, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
9. OA ELECTION – FEBRUARY 25. The Order of the Arrow – or OA – is scouting’s “national honor society.” During the February 25 troop meeting, scouts will elect scouts for potential OA membership. To be eligible for election, a scout: (1) must be at least First Class rank and (2) must have experienced at least 15 nights of scout camping since February 26, 2023, with the nights including one (but no more than one) long-term scout camping consisting of at least 5 consecutive nights of overnight camping.
At this time, Scoutbook indicates the following Troop 682B scouts are eligible for OA election: Samvith A., Jon C., Alexander D., Ryan D., Kellan F., Max H., Henry K., Dylan M., and Austin S. Please review your scouting records. If you think you are eligible but are not listed, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Adam Whiteley at agwhiteley@gmail.com.
If elected, then OA membership requires completing an “Ordeal” within 18 months of election. The Ordeal is designed to teach significant values. During the Ordeal, scouts maintain silence, receive small amounts of food, work on camp improvement projects, and sleep apart from other campers. The spring Ordeal is March 28 – 30 at Camp Snyder.
10. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER – MARCH 1-2. Our climbing overnighter is Saturday – Sunday, March 1 – 2, at Sportrock Climbing Center in Sterling, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
11. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. Purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
12. NORTHERN TIER 2026. As a reminder, we’re beginning to plan for Northern Tier 2026. Because crew registrations begin this month, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
13. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Everyone, Happy New Year! I hope you enjoyed the holidays.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the January 5 Eagle Court of Honor, January 6 PLC meeting, and January 7 Holiday Party announcements. Importantly, please remember that, if schools close because of inclement weather, then the troop will not meet. Based upon current weather forecasts, that may impact the January 6 and 7 events. If necessary, they will be rescheduled.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE – JANUARY 7. Weather permitting, our annual holiday party and gift exchange is Tuesday evening (January 7) at 7:00 in the Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) fellowship hall. Please bring a wrapped gift costing between $10 and 20. Ryan and the Honey Badger patrol will lead the gift exchange. The Panda patrol will provide food.
2. EAGLE COURTS OF HONOR – JANUARY 5 and 12. As a reminder, you are invited to attend the following Eagle Courts of Honor: (1) Emma Whiteley – Sunday, January 5, 3:00, PVUMC and (2) Andrew Koch and Will Rowzie – Sunday, January 12, 3:00 pm, PVUMC.
3. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 6. Weather permitting, the Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday (January 6) at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
4. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – JANUARY 9. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, January 9, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
5. USS WISCONSIN BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – JANUARY 11-12. As a reminder, we’ll tour and sleep aboard the USS Wisconsin January 11 – 12, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration is closed. Additional trip information will be provided later.
6. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
7. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER DROP OFF – FEBRUARY 1. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “drop off” is Saturday, February 1. We’ll hang door tags promoting the fundraiser. We’ll meet at 9:00 am at PVUMC. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
8. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
9. SCOUT SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 9. As a reminder, Scout Sunday is February 9 at 11:00 am at PVUMC. Please join the troop in expressing our appreciation to PVUMC. All Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility, and unless attending the ski trip or excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, are expected to attend. Additional information will be provided later.
10. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. Purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
11. NORTHERN TIER 2026. As a reminder, we’re beginning to plan for Northern Tier 2026. Because crew registrations begin this month, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
12. TROOP 682B YOUTH LEADERS. As a reminder for everyone, the Troop 682B scouts currently serving in an elected or appointed position of responsibility are listed below.
• Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
• Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
• Patrol Leaders:
o Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger)
o Ritwik Kaki (Panda)
o Jason Cody Potter (Orca)
o Atharv Singh (Narwhal)
o Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin)
o Kevin Williams (Raven)
• Chaplain Aide: Carter Martin
• Historians: Cooper Gaull and Srihith Layagala
• Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
• Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
• Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
• Scribe: Henry Kay
• Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
• Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
• Assistant Patrol Leaders:
o Haidar Anbari (Raven)
o Kale Burt (Orca)
o Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin)
o John Phillip Potter (Orca)
o Colton Quinn (Orca)
o Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal)
o Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
Scouts! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC your parents/guardians or two adult leaders when replying to this message.
Adults! In keeping with Youth Protection’s no one-on-one contact rules, please remember to CC any Scout’s parents/guardians or another adult leader if you include a Scout in a reply.
Everyone, happy mid-December. I can’t believe 2025 is almost here.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the AoL visit, Eagle CoHs, Scout Sunday, and mulch sale drop off and pick up announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 17. We’ll meet on Tuesday (December 17) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Raven patrol (Kevin patrol leader) is the December meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Nutrition instruction led by Mithran;
– One or more games planned and led by the Raven patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PACK 1148 AoL VISIT – DECEMBER 17. As a reminder, a few Pack 1148 Arrow of Light scouts will visit during the Tuesday (December 17) troop meeting.
3. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 24 AND 31. As a reminder, because of the holiday break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 24 or 31.
4. EAGLE COURTS OF HONOR – JANUARY 5 and 12. You are invited to attend the following Eagle Courts of Honor: (1) Emma Whiteley – Sunday, January 5, 3:00, PVUMC and (2) Andrew Koch and Will Rowzie – Sunday, January 12, 3:00 pm, PVUMC.
5. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 6. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, January 6, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
6. HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE – JANUARY 7. As a reminder, our annual holiday party and gift exchange is Tuesday, January 7. Please bring a wrapped gift costing between $10 and 20. Ryan and the Honey Badger patrol will lead the gift exchange. The Panda patrol will provide food. Additional information will be provided later.
7. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – JANUARY 9. As a reminder, the OA Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, January 9, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
8. USS WISCONSIN BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – JANUARY 11-12. As a reminder, we’ll tour and sleep aboard the USS Wisconsin January 11 – 12, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration is closed. Additional trip information will be provided later.
9. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
10. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER DROP OFF – FEBRUARY 1. Our mulch sale fundraiser “drop off” is Saturday, February 1. We’ll hang door tags promoting the fundraiser. We’ll meet at 9:00 am at PVUMC. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
11. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
12. SCOUT SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 9. Scout Sunday is February 9 at 11:00 am at PVUMC. Please join the troop in expressing our appreciation to PVUMC. All Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility, and unless attending the ski trip or excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, are expected to attend. Additional information will be provided later.
13. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. Our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. Purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
14. NORTHERN TIER 2026. As a reminder, we’re beginning to plan for attending Northern Tier during summer 2026. Because crew registrations begin in January 2025, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
Everyone, happy mid-December. I can’t believe 2025 is almost here.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the AoL visit, Eagle CoHs, Scout Sunday, and mulch sale drop off and pick up announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 17. We’ll meet on Tuesday (December 17) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Raven patrol (Kevin patrol leader) is the December meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Nutrition instruction led by Mithran;
– One or more games planned and led by the Raven patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PACK 1148 AoL VISIT – DECEMBER 17. As a reminder, a few Pack 1148 Arrow of Light scouts will visit during the Tuesday (December 17) troop meeting.
3. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 24 AND 31. As a reminder, because of the holiday break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 24 or 31.
4. EAGLE COURTS OF HONOR – JANUARY 5 and 12. You are invited to attend the following Eagle Courts of Honor: (1) Emma Whiteley – Sunday, January 5, 3:00, PVUMC and (2) Andrew Koch and Will Rowzie – Sunday, January 12, 3:00 pm, PVUMC.
5. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 6. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, January 6, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
6. HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE – JANUARY 7. As a reminder, our annual holiday party and gift exchange is Tuesday, January 7. Please bring a wrapped gift costing between $10 and 20. Ryan and the Honey Badger patrol will lead the gift exchange. The Panda patrol will provide food. Additional information will be provided later.
7. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – JANUARY 9. As a reminder, the OA Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, January 9, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
8. USS WISCONSIN BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – JANUARY 11-12. As a reminder, we’ll tour and sleep aboard the USS Wisconsin January 11 – 12, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration is closed. Additional trip information will be provided later.
9. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
10. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER DROP OFF – FEBRUARY 1. Our mulch sale fundraiser “drop off” is Saturday, February 1. We’ll hang door tags promoting the fundraiser. We’ll meet at 9:00 am at PVUMC. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
11. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
12. SCOUT SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 9. Scout Sunday is February 9 at 11:00 am at PVUMC. Please join the troop in expressing our appreciation to PVUMC. All Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility, and unless attending the ski trip or excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, are expected to attend. Additional information will be provided later.
13. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER PICK UP – MARCH 15. Our mulch sale fundraiser “pick up” is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 15. Purchasers of less than 20 bags will pick up their mulch from PVUMC. Purchasers of 20 or more bags will have their mulch delivered on this or another date. Additional information will be provided.
14. NORTHERN TIER 2026. As a reminder, we’re beginning to plan for attending Northern Tier during summer 2026. Because crew registrations begin in January 2025, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
Everyone, I hope you stayed warm yesterday. It was cold!
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the December 10 registration deadline for the USS Wisconsin Battleship overnighter.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 10. We’ll meet on Tuesday (December 10) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Raven patrol is the December meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Night navigation led by Kevin;
– One or more games planned and led by the Raven patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 12. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 12, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
3. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – DECEMBER 14. As a reminder, Mithran Venugopal will lead his Eagle Scout project (invasive plant species removal) on Saturday (December 14) from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Please arrive at the Hanson Park Nature Center (42071 Nature Overlook Drive, Aldie, Virginia) by 9:45 am. The project will be outside. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing. Closed-toe shoes are required. If you have them, then please bring work gloves, loppers, shovels, and/or leaf blowers. This service is conservation-related. Lunch will be provided. Please register at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48ADAE2BA1FAC25-53577514-invasive#/.
4. PACK 1148 AoL VISIT – DECEMBER 17. A few Pack 1148 Arrow of Light scouts will visit during the December 17 troop meeting.
5. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 24 AND 31. As a reminder, because of the holiday break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 24 or 31.
6. EAGLE COURT OF HONOR – JANUARY 5. An Eagle Court of Honor for Emma Whiteley will be held Sunday, January 5, at 3:00 at PVUMC. Scouts and their families are invited to attend and celebrate the first Troop 682G Eagle Scout.
7. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 6. As a reminder, the Patrol Leaders Council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, January 6, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
8. HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE – JANUARY 7. As a reminder, our annual holiday party and gift exchange is Tuesday, January 7. Please bring a wrapped gift costing between $10 and 20. Ryan and the Honey Badger patrol will lead the gift exchange. The Panda patrol will provide food. Additional information will be provided later.
9. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – JANUARY 9. The OA Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, January 9, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
10. USS WISCONSIN BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – JANUARY 11-12. As a reminder, we’ll tour and sleep aboard the USS Wisconsin January 11 – 12, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/ucZ6t714Y1WY9zya9. The registration deadline is December 10.
11. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
12. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER SOLICITATION – FEBRUARY 1. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser solicitation is Saturday, February 1. Additional information will be provided later.
13. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
14. NORTHERN TIER 2026. As a reminder, we’re beginning to plan for attending Northern Tier during summer 2026. Because crew registrations begin in January 2025, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
Everyone, I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving. In case you’re wondering, North Carolina State University defeated the University of North Carolina in an epic football game.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 3. We’ll meet on Tuesday (December 3) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Raven patrol is the December meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Advanced scout skills campout preparation and planning;
– One or more games planned and led by the Raven patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PLC MEETING – DECEMBER 2. As a reminder, the patrol leaders council (“PLC”) will meet tomorrow (Monday, December 2) at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
3. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 6 – 8. As a reminder, our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 6 – 8 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/npLav48stuBFzF3g9.
4. EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT – DECEMBER 14. Mithran Venugopal will lead his Eagle Scout project (invasive plant species removal) on Saturday, December 14, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Please arrive at the Hanson Park Nature Center (42071 Nature Overlook Drive, Aldie, Virginia) by 9:45 am. The project will be outside. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing. Closed-toe shoes are required. If you have them, then please bring work gloves, loppers, shovels, and/or leaf blowers. Lunch will be provided. Please register at Invasive Plant Species Removal Sign Up.
5. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 12. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 12, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
6. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 24 AND 31. As a reminder, because of the holiday break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 24 or 31.
7. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 6. As a reminder, the PLC will meet on Monday, January 6, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
8. HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE – JANUARY 7. As a reminder, our annual holiday party and gift exchange is Tuesday, January 7. Additional information will be provided later.
9. USS WISCONSIN BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – JANUARY 11-12. As a reminder, we’ll tour and sleep aboard the USS Wisconsin January 11 – 12, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/ucZ6t714Y1WY9zya9. The registration deadline is December 10.
10. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
11. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER SOLICITATION – FEBRUARY 1. As a reminder, our mulch sale fundraiser solicitation is Saturday, February 1. Additional information will be provided later.
12. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. As a reminder, our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
13. NORTHERN TIER 2026. As a reminder, we’re beginning to plan for attending Northern Tier during summer 2026. Because crew registrations begin in January 2025, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
Below are a few Troop 682 announcements. Please note the advanced scout skills campout and USS Wisconsin overnight registration announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 26. As a reminder, because of the Thanksgiving break, we will not meet on Tuesday (November 26).
2. PLC MEETING – DECEMBER 2. The patrol leaders council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, December 2, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
3. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 6 – 8. As a reminder, our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 6 – 8 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/npLav48stuBFzF3g9.
4. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 12. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 12, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
5. NO TROOP MEETING – DECEMBER 24 AND 31. Because of the holiday break, we will not meet on Tuesday, December 24 or 31.
6. PLC MEETING – JANUARY 6. The PLC will meet on Monday, January 6, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
7. HOLIDAY PARTY AND GIFT EXCHANGE – JANUARY 7. Our annual holiday party and gift exchange is Tuesday, January 7. Additional information will be provided later.
8. USS WISCONSIN BATTLESHIP OVERNIGHTER – JANUARY 11-12. As a reminder, we’ll tour and sleep aboard the USS Wisconsin January 11 – 12, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/ucZ6t714Y1WY9zya9. The registration deadline is December 10.
9. PENTAGON DAY TRIP – JANUARY 25. As a reminder, we’ll tour the Pentagon on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
10. MULCH SALE FUNDRAISER SOLICITATION – FEBRUARY 1. Our mulch sale fundraiser solicitation is Saturday, February 1. Additional information will be provided later.
11. SKI TRIP – FEBRUARY 7-9. Our ski trip is February 7 – 9. We’ll ski at Whitetail Ski Resort, and lodge at Cove Valley Camp, in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
12. NORTHERN TIER 2026. As a reminder, we’re beginning to plan for attending Northern Tier during summer 2026. Because crew registrations begin in January 2025, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
Everyone, we enjoyed a nice Old Rag campout and hike this weekend. The weather was beautiful. The hike was challenging, but rewarding. Our bodies are tired and sore.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the Pack 1148 AoL visit, Pack 910 Carnival assistance, and Northern Tier 2026 interest announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 19. We’ll meet on Tuesday (November 19) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Penguin and Panda patrols are the November meeting patrols.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Pack 1148 Arrow of Light scout welcomes;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Bow saw, axe, and fire building stations;
– One or more games planned and led by the Penguin and Panda patrols;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PACK 1148 AOL DEN VISITS – NOVEMBER 19. As a reminder, Pack 1148 Arrow of Light dens will visit during the Tuesday (November 19) troop meeting. Please welcome and engage with the scouts.
3. PACK 910 CARNIVAL ASSISTANCE – NOVEMBER 22. As a reminder, We’ll assist Pack 910 with its Fall Carnival on Friday, November 22. The carnival will begin at 7:00 pm at Vine and Branches Lutheran Church (25615 Lennox Hale Drive). Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, and other than assistant patrol leaders, all scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist.
4. NORTHERN TIER 2026. We’re beginning to plan for attending Northern Tier during summer 2026. Because crew registrations begin in January 2025, we need to determine attendance interest. If a scout is currently in the 7th grade, then he or she should be old enough to attend. Interest and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/9LYEzKtc2qKFkxyq8.
5. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 26. As a reminder, because of the Thanksgiving school break, we will not meet on Tuesday, November 26.
6. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 6 – 8. As a reminder, our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 6 – 8 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
7. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – DECEMBER 12. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, December 12, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
veryone, we collected 1,667 pounds of food during Scouting for Food. That’s great.
And, thank you to our veterans. We appreciate your service and sacrifice.
A few Troop 682B announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 12. We’ll meet on Tuesday (November 12) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Penguin and Panda patrols are the November meeting patrols.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Old Rag campout preparation;
– Hiking and cold weather skill instruction led by Ethan and Ritwik;
– One or more games planned and led by the Penguin and Panda patrols;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. ELECTED AND APPOINTED POSITIONS. As a reminder, scouts elected or appointed to positions of responsibility during or after the October 29 troop meeting are listed below.
– Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
– Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown (Events) and Aarnav Upadhyaya (Meetings)
– Patrol Leaders: Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger), Ritwik Kaki (Panda), Jason Cody Potter (Orca), Atharv Singh (Narwhal), Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin), and Kevin Williams (Raven)
– Historian: Srihith Layagala
– Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
– Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
– Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
– Scribe: Henry Kay
– Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
– Webmaster: Samvith Annavaram
– Assistant Patrol Leaders: Haidar Anbari (Raven), Kale Burt (Orca), Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin), John Phillip Potter (Orca), Colton Quinn (Orca), Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal), and Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
3. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – NOVEMBER 14. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday (November 14) at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
4. OLD RAG CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 15 – 17. As a reminder, our Old Rag Mountain hiking campout is November 15 – 17 in Sperryville, Virginia. Registration and additional information are available at https://forms.gle/48kDBRPpc5ncfFhY7. Please register by 7:00 pm on Monday, November 11. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, and other than assistant patrol leaders, all scouts serving in a position of responsibility must attend.
5. PACK 1148 AOL DEN VISITS – NOVEMBER 19. As a reminder, Pack 1148 Arrow of Light dens will visit during the November 19 troop meeting.
6. PACK 910 CARNIVAL ASSISTANCE – NOVEMBER 22. As a reminder, We’ll assist Pack 910 with its Fall Carnival on Friday, November 22. The carnival will begin at 7:00 pm at Vine and Branches Lutheran Church (25615 Lennox Hale Drive). Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, and other than assistant patrol leaders, all scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist.
7. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 26. As a reminder, because of the Thanksgiving school break, we will not meet on Tuesday, November 26.
8. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 6 – 8. As a reminder, our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 6 – 8 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
Everyone, congratulations to the below Troop 682B scouts elected or appointed to positions of responsibility.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the Scouting for Food and Old Rag Campout announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 5. We’ll meet on Tuesday (November 5) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Penguin patrol is the November meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Citizenship in the Nation merit badge classes led by Mr. Cattafesta and Mr. Storch, and Sustainability merit badge class led by Mr. Rexo;
– Scouting for Food Pick Up Preparation;
– Knife and Axe Sharpening Skills;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. ELECTED AND APPOINTED POSITIONS. Scouts elected or appointed to positions of responsibility during or after the October 29 troop meeting are listed below. As a reminder, all previous positions terminated October 29.
– Senior Patrol Leader: Jon Cattafesta
– Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders: Russell Brown and Aarnav Upadhyaya
– Patrol Leaders: Ryan Dunn (Honey Badger), Ritwik Kaki (Panda), Jason Cody Potter (Orca), Atharv Singh (Narwhal), Arjun Veeramachaneni (Penguin), and Kevin Williams (Raven)
– Historian: Srihith Layagala
– Quartermaster: Kellan Flick
– Order of the Arrow Unit Representative: Ethan Whiteley
– Outdoor Ethics Guide: Ashrith Thumuluru
– Scribe: Henry Kay
– Troop Guides: Alexander Ducote, Atharv Nandamuri, and Mithran Venugopal
– Assistant Patrol Leaders: Haidar Anbari (Raven), Kale Burt (Orca), Anay Karthikeyan (Penguin), John Phillip Potter (Orca), Colton Quinn (Orca), Harwin Randhawa (Narwhal), and Mithran Venugopal (Panda)
3. PLC MEETING – NOVEMBER 4. As a reminder, the (new) patrol leaders council will meet tomorrow (Monday, November 4) at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
4. SCOUTING FOR FOOD PICK UP – NOVEMBER 9. As a reminder, our annual Scouting for Food pick up is at 8:00 am on Saturday (November 9). We’ll meet at PVUMC. Please wear your Class A uniform and dress appropriately for the weather. Adults, we need drivers to transport scouts to and from the pick up areas. We also need sports utility vehicles and trucks to transport collected food to the district collection center. We also need boxes for collecting and transporting food. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, and other than assistant patrol leaders, all scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist.
5. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – NOVEMBER 14. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, November 14, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All Troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
6. OLD RAG CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 15 – 17. As a reminder, our Old Rag Mountain hiking campout is November 15 – 17 in Sperryville, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/48kDBRPpc5ncfFhY7. Please register by 7:00 pm on Monday, November 11. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, and other than assistant patrol leaders, all scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist.
7. PACK 1148 AOL DEN VISITS – NOVEMBER 19. Pack 1148 Arrow of Light dens will visit during the November 19 troop meeting.
8. PACK 910 CARNIVAL ASSISTANCE – NOVEMBER 22. We’ll assist Pack 910 with its Fall Carnival on Friday, November 22. The carnival will begin at 7:00 pm at Vine and Branches Lutheran Church (25615 Lennox Hale Drive). Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, and other than assistant patrol leaders, all scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist.
9. NO TROOP MEETING – NOVEMBER 26. Because of the Thanksgiving school break, we will not meet on Tuesday, November 26.
10. ADVANCED SCOUT SKILLS CAMPOUT – DECEMBER 6 – 8. Our annual advanced scout skills campout is December 6 – 8 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
11. DAY SKI TRIP REVISED TO WEEKEND SKI TRIP. As a reminder, for various reasons, the February 8 day ski trip has been revised to a February 7 – 9 weekend ski trip. We’ll lodge (inside) Friday and Saturday nights at Cove Valley Camp, and ski Saturday at Whitetail Ski Resort. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
12. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 1-2. As a reminder, to facilitate adult leaders attending the February 22 University of Scouting, the climbing overnighter has been rescheduled from February 22 – 23 to March 1 – 2. Registration and additional information will be provided later
Everyone, I hope you’re enjoying another beautiful fall weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the ski trip, climbing overnighter, and updated troop calendar announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – OCTOBER 22. We’ll meet on Tuesday (October 22) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Panda patrol is the October meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Citizenship in the Nation merit badge classes led by Mr. Cattafesta and Mr. Storch, and Sustainability merit badge class led by Mr. Rexo;
– Bobbing for Apples led by the Panda patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, outdoor ethics presentation, and scoutmaster minute;
– Wood Badge beading ceremony; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. DAY SKI TRIP REVISED TO WEEKEND SKI TRIP. For various reasons, the February 8 day ski trip has been revised to a February 7 – 9 weekend ski trip. We’ll lodge (inside) Friday and Saturday nights at Cove Valley Camp, and ski Saturday at Whitetail Ski Resort. Registration and other information will be provided later.
3. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 1-2. To facilitate adult leaders attending the February 22 University of Scouting, the climbing overnighter has been rescheduled from February 22 – 23 to March 1 – 2. Registration and other information will be provided later
4. UPDATED TROOP CALENDAR. An updated Troop 682 2024-2025 calendar is attached. It reflects the ski trip and climbing overnighter revisions.
5. OA FALL ORDEAL – OCTOBER 25-27. As a reminder, the Cub Run Fall Order of the Arrow Ordeal is October 25 – 27 at Camp Snyder (Haymarket, Virginia). If you have been elected to the OA, but haven’t completed your Ordeal, then please attend the Ordeal. If you have questions regarding the Ordeal, or want to register for the Ordeal, then please contact Braeden Montague (bmontague57@hotmail.com).
6. TROOP ELECTION – OCTOBER 29. As a reminder, during its October 29 meeting, Troop 682B will elect a senior patrol leader and patrol leaders. All scouts are encouraged to attend and vote in the election.
7. SCOUTING FOR FOOD DROP OFF – NOVEMBER 2. As a reminder, our annual Scouting for Food drop off is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 2. Additional information will be provided later.
8, PLC MEETING – NOVEMBER 4. The patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, November 4, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
9. SCOUTING FOR FOOD PICK UP – NOVEMBER 9. As a reminder, our annual Scouting for Food pick up is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 9. Additional information will be provided later.
10. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – NOVEMBER 14. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, November 14, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
11. OLD RAG CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 15 – 17. As a reminder, our Old Rag Mountain hiking campout is November 15 – 17 in Sperryville, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
Everyone, I hope you’re enjoying another beautiful fall weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the ski trip, climbing overnighter, and updated troop calendar announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – OCTOBER 22. We’ll meet on Tuesday (October 22) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Panda patrol is the October meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Citizenship in the Nation merit badge classes led by Mr. Cattafesta and Mr. Storch, and Sustainability merit badge class led by Mr. Rexo;
– Bobbing for Apples led by the Panda patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, outdoor ethics presentation, and scoutmaster minute;
– Wood Badge beading ceremony; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. DAY SKI TRIP REVISED TO WEEKEND SKI TRIP. For various reasons, the February 8 day ski trip has been revised to a February 7 – 9 weekend ski trip. We’ll lodge (inside) Friday and Saturday nights at Cove Valley Camp, and ski Saturday at Whitetail Ski Resort. Registration and other information will be provided later.
3. CLIMBING OVERNIGHER RESCHEDULED TO MARCH 1-2. To facilitate adult leaders attending the February 22 University of Scouting, the climbing overnighter has been rescheduled from February 22 – 23 to March 1 – 2. Registration and other information will be provided later
4. UPDATED TROOP CALENDAR. An updated Troop 682 2024-2025 calendar is attached. It reflects the ski trip and climbing overnighter revisions.
5. OA FALL ORDEAL – OCTOBER 25-27. As a reminder, the Cub Run Fall Order of the Arrow Ordeal is October 25 – 27 at Camp Snyder (Haymarket, Virginia). If you have been elected to the OA, but haven’t completed your Ordeal, then please attend the Ordeal. If you have questions regarding the Ordeal, or want to register for the Ordeal, then please contact Braeden Montague (bmontague57@hotmail.com).
6. TROOP ELECTION – OCTOBER 29. As a reminder, during its October 29 meeting, Troop 682B will elect a senior patrol leader and patrol leaders. All scouts are encouraged to attend and vote in the election.
7. SCOUTING FOR FOOD DROP OFF – NOVEMBER 2. As a reminder, our annual Scouting for Food drop off is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 2. Additional information will be provided later.
8, PLC MEETING – NOVEMBER 4. The patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, November 4, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
9. SCOUTING FOR FOOD PICK UP – NOVEMBER 9. As a reminder, our annual Scouting for Food pick up is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 9. Additional information will be provided later.
10. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – NOVEMBER 14. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, November 14, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
11. OLD RAG CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 15 – 17. As a reminder, our Old Rag Mountain hiking campout is November 15 – 17 in Sperryville, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
Everyone, I hope you enjoyed the pancake breakfast earlier today.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – OCTOBER 15. We’ll meet on Tuesday (October 15) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Panda patrol is the October meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Citizenship in the Nation merit badge classes led by Mr. Cattafesta and Mr. Storch, and Sustainability merit badge class led by Mr. Rexo;
– Ghost in the Graveyard game led by the Panda patrol;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, outdoor ethics presentation, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. OA FALL ORDEAL – OCTOBER 25-27. As a reminder, the Cub Run Fall OA Ordeal is October 25 – 27 at Camp Snyder (Haymarket, Virginia). If you have been elected to the OA, but haven’t completed your Ordeal, then please attend one of the Ordeals. If you have questions regarding the Ordeals, or want to register for an Ordeal, then please contact Braeden Montague (bmontague57@hotmail.com).
3. TROOP ELECTION – OCTOBER 29. As a reminder, during its October 29 meeting, Troop 682B will elect a senior patrol leader and patrol leaders. All scouts are encouraged to attend and vote in the election.
4. SCOUTING FOR FOOD DROP OFF – NOVEMBER 2. As a reminder, our annual Scouting for Food drop off is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 2. Additional information will be provided later.
5, PLC MEETING – NOVEMBER 4. The patrol leaders council (“PLC”) will meet on Monday, November 4, at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
6. SCOUTING FOR FOOD PICK UP – NOVEMBER 9. As a reminder, our annual Scouting for Food pick up is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 9. Additional information will be provided later.
7. OLD RAG CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 15 – 17. As a reminder, our Old Rag Mountain hiking campout is November 15 – 17 in Sperryville, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
8. NEW SCOUT PERMANENT PATROL ASSIGNMENTS. As a reminder, the new scout permanent patrol assignments are below. If you have significant concerns or comments regarding an assignment, then please contact me as soon as possible.
– Honey Badger: Ben Graper, Kayden Islam, Suhas Joisha, and Conor Lyden
– Narwhal: Leo McWhirter and Liam Rexo
– Orca: Krishiv Nandamuri, John Phillip Potter, and Colton Quinn
– Penguin: Anay Karthikeyan, Thomas Snyder, ThaiBinh Truong, and Arjun Veeramachaneni
– Raven: Zachary Brissette, Mayukh Chittimalla, Abhinav Suraparaju, Akshath Thanuku, Bisaj TripathiToggle Content
Everyone, I hope you enjoyed the beautiful weather this weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the Court of Honor, patrol assignments, and PLC meeting announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. COURT OF HONOR – OCTOBER 8. Our Fall Court of Honor is tomorrow (Tuesday, October 8) at 7:00, at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Panda patrol is the October meeting patrol and will assist with the CoH. All Panda patrol members should arrive by 6:30 pm.
Families are invited and encouraged to attend the CoH. Please help us recognize and celebrate scout achievements since the last CoH.
2. NEW SCOUT PERMANENT PATROL ASSIGNMENTS. The tentative new scout permanent patrol assignments are below. The assignments are based on multiple factors, including a scout’s preference. Unfortunately, we could not accommodate every scout’s preference. If you have significant concerns or comments regarding an assignment, then please contact me as soon as possible.
– Honey Badger: Ben Graper, Kayden Islam, Suhas Joisha, and Conor Lyden
– Narwhal: Leo McWhirter and Liam Rexo
– Orca: Krishiv Nandamuri, John Phillip Potter, and Colton Quinn
– Penguin: Anay Karthikeyan, Thomas Snyder, ThaiBinh Truong, and Arjun Veeramachaneni
– Raven: Zachary Brissette, Mayukh Chittimalla, Abhinav Suraparaju, Akshath Thanuku, Bisaj Tripathi
3. PLC MEETING – OCTOBER 7. The patrol leaders council (“PLC”) will meet tonight (Monday, October 7), at 7:00 pm at PVUMC. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility (except assistant patrol leader or den chief) must attend. Den chiefs are encouraged to attend.
4. OCTOBER MERIT BADGES. During the October 15, 22, and/or 29 troop meetings, ASM Mike Cattafesta and Treasurer Bob Storch will each lead a group of scouts earning the Citizenship in the Nation merit badge, and ASM Erik Rexo will lead a group of scouts earning the Sustainability merit badge.
5. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – OCTOBER 10. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday (October 10) at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
6. PANCAKE BREAKFAST OVERNIGHTER – OCTOBER 12 – 13. As a reminder, our annual pancake breakfast overnighter is Saturday – Sunday (October 12 – 13) at PVUMC. It will begin around 2:00 on Saturday afternoon and end around 11:00 on Sunday morning. All Troop 682 families are welcome to attend breakfast at 9:00 Sunday morning. In addition, any local Webelo scout is welcome to attend all or part of the overnighter. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/t6u7LweMVGqGD5AF6.
7. TROOP ELECTION – OCTOBER 29. As a reminder, during its October 29 meeting, Troop 682B will elect a senior patrol leader and patrol leaders. All scouts are encouraged to attend and vote in the election.
8. OA FALL ORDEAL – OCTOBER 25-27. As a reminder, the Cub Run Fall OA Ordeal is October 25 – 27 at Camp Snyder (Haymarket, Virginia). If you have been elected to the OA, but haven’t completed your Ordeal, then please attend one of the Ordeals. If you have questions regarding the Ordeals, or want to register for an Ordeal, then please contact Braeden Montague (bmontague57@hotmail.com).
9. SCOUTING FOR FOOD DROP OFF – NOVEMBER 2. Our annual Scouting for Food drop off is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 2. Additional information will be provided later.
10. SCOUTING FOR FOOD PICK UP – NOVEMBER 9. Our annual Scouting for Food pick up is at 8:00 am on Saturday, November 9. Additional information will be provided later.
11. OLD RAG CAMPOUT – NOVEMBER 15 – 17. Our Old Rag Mountain hiking campout is November 15 – 17 in Sperryville, Virginia. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
12. WREATH FUNDRAISER – OCTOBER 1 KICK OFF. As a reminder, and as explained in the September 25 email from Mrs. Montague, the Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser kicks off Tuesday (October 1). As in recent years, wreaths and greenery will be sold online only. Each Scout is expected to sell 5 wreaths or greenery, or pay a $40 “buy out” fee. For additional information, please see the email from Mrs. Montague, and/or contact Mrs. Montague at raveenaseeraj@hotmail.com.
13. ADULT LEADERS LIST. As a reminder, and as discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, the current Troop 682B Adult Leader Positions are listed at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nayX5eZ4sL0416SDVuUwPpHRxQCnQbuZvR61ssyp-Ig/edit. The list is updated periodically. Please inform me if you have corrections.
14. ADULT EVENT LEADERS. As a reminder, and as also discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, we’re determining adult registered leaders to serve as event leaders for all events during the scouting year. If you are, or plan to become, an adult registered leader, then please complete the form at https://forms.gle/UBN18sgFVJG612aR7.
15. BOARD OF REVIEW VOLUNTEERS. As a reminder, and as also discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, we need adult volunteers to assist with scout Boards of Review. If you can assist, or if you have questions, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Carl Martin at martincr2014@gmail.com.
Everyone, I hope you’re having a nice weekend.
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the adult leaders list, October 1 Court of Honor deadline, and camporee announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – OCTOBER 1. We’ll meet on Tuesday (October 1) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Panda patrol is the October meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– District camporee preparation (pool noodle toss, menus, grubmasters, etc.);
– As coordinated by the Panda patrol, potential teaching for the Citizenship in the Nation, Sustainability, and Camping merit badges;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. ADULT LEADERS LIST. As discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, the current Troop 682B Adult Leader Positions are listed at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nayX5eZ4sL0416SDVuUwPpHRxQCnQbuZvR61ssyp-Ig/edit. The list is updated periodically.
3. COURT OF HONOR RECOGNITION – OCTOBER 1 SCOUTBOOK DEADLINE. To be recognized during the October 8 Court of Honor, a merit badge, award, advancement, etc. must be entered in Scoutbook by Tuesday evening, October 1. Items entered after October 1 may not be recognized during this CoH.
4. DISTRICT CAMPOREE – OCTOBER 4 – 6. As a reminder, the Cub Run District Fall Camporee is October 4 – 6 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/ExV5sT3QbsdaYeov8. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts in a position of responsibility must attend the camporee. The deadline to register is Tuesday, October 1.
5. FALL COURT OF HONOR – OCTOBER 8. As a reminder, our Fall Court of Honor is Tuesday, October 8 at PVUMC.
6. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – OCTOBER 10. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, October 10, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
7. PANCAKE BREAKFAST OVERNIGHTER – OCTOBER 12 – 13. As a reminder, the new date of our annual pancake breakfast overnighter is Saturday – Sunday, October 12 – 13, at PVUMC. It will begin around 2:00 on Saturday afternoon and end around 11:00 on Sunday morning. All Troop 682 families are welcome to attend breakfast at 9:00 Sunday morning. In addition, any local Webelo scout is welcome to attend all or part of the overnighter. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/t6u7LweMVGqGD5AF6.
8. TROOP ELECTION – OCTOBER 29. As a reminder, during its October 29 meeting, Troop 682B will elect a senior patrol leader and patrol leaders. All scouts are encouraged to attend and vote in the election.
9. OA FALL ORDEAL – OCTOBER 25-27. As a reminder, the Cub Run Fall OA Ordeal is October 25 – 27 at Camp Snyder (Haymarket, Virginia). If you have been elected to the OA, but haven’t completed your Ordeal, then please attend one of the Ordeals. If you have questions regarding the Ordeals, or want to register for an Ordeal, then please contact Braeden Montague (bmontague57@hotmail.com).
10. WREATH FUNDRAISER – OCTOBER 1 KICK OFF. As explained in the September 25 email from Mrs. Montague, the Troop 682 Annual Holiday Wreath Fundraiser kicks off Tuesday (October 1). As in recent years, wreaths and greenery will be sold online only. Each Scout is expected to sell 5 wreaths or greenery, or pay a $40 “buy out” fee. For additional information, please see the attached flyer, see the email from Mrs. Montague, and/or contact Mrs. Montague at raveenaseeraj@hotmail.com.
11. NEW SCOUT PERMANENT PATROL PREFERENCES – OCTOBER 1 DEADLINE. As a reminder, we’ll assign new scouts to permanent patrols soon. If there are preferences or other considerations for a new scout, then the scout or a parent should inform a troop guide and/or me by October 1. Preferences are one of many factors used when assigning new scouts to permanent patrols.
12. ADULT EVENT LEADERS. As also discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, we’re determining adult registered leaders to serve as event leaders for all events during the scouting year. If you are, or plan to become, an adult registered leader, then please complete the form at https://forms.gle/UBN18sgFVJG612aR7.
13. BOARD OF REVIEW VOLUNTEERS. As also discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, we need adult volunteers to assist with scout Boards of Review. If you can assist, or if you have questions, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Carl Martin at martincr2014@gmail.com.
Everyone, happy autumnal equinox 2024 (first day of fall).
A few Troop 682 announcements are below. Please note the Pack 910 September 27 meeting, new scout patrol assignment, and camporee registration announcements.
Yours in Scouting, Mr. Thompson.
1. TROOP MEETING – SEPTEMBER 24. We’ll meet on Tuesday (September 24) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
The Orca patrol is the September meeting patrol.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Pack 910 September 27 meeting preparation (camping themed games);
– Camporee preparation (pool noodle toss);
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. PACK 910 ASSISTANCE – SEPTEMBER 27. As a reminder, we’ll assist Pack 910 during its September 27 and November 22 meetings. During the September 27 pack meeting, we’ll plan and lead camping themed games. During the November 22 pack meeting, we’ll assist with carnival games. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts serving in a position of responsibility must assist.
3. NEW SCOUT PERMANENT PATROL PREFERENCES – OCTOBER 1 DEADLINE. As a reminder, we’ll assign new scouts to permanent patrols soon. If there are preferences or other considerations for a new scout, then the scout or a parent should inform a troop guide and/or me by October 1. Preferences are one of many factors used when assigning new scouts to permanent patrols.
4. ADULT EVENT LEADERS. As discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, we’re determining adult registered leaders to serve as event leaders for all events during the scouting year. If you are, or plan to become, an adult registered leader, then please complete the form at https://forms.gle/UBN18sgFVJG612aR7.
5. BOARD OF REVIEW VOLUNTEERS. As also discussed during the September 17 parents meeting, we need adult volunteers to assist with scout Boards of Review. If you can assist, or if you have questions, then please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Carl Martin at martincr2014@gmail.com.
6. DISTRICT CAMPOREE – OCTOBER 4 – 6. As a reminder, the Cub Run District Fall Camporee is October 4 – 6 at Camp Snyder in Haymarket, Virginia. Registration and additional information is available at https://forms.gle/ExV5sT3QbsdaYeov8. Unless excused by Mr. Whiteley or me, all Troop 682B scouts in a position of responsibility must attend the camporee.
7. FALL COURT OF HONOR – OCTOBER 8. As a reminder, our Fall Court of Honor is Tuesday, October 8. Please request any Board of Review related to the CoH before the September 24 troop meeting.
8. OA CUB RUN CHAPTER MEETING – OCTOBER 10. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, October 10, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center (4900 Stonecroft Boulevard, Chantilly, Virginia). All troop 682 OA members are encouraged to attend.
9. PANCAKE BREAKFAST OVERNIGHTER – OCTOBER 12 – 13 (REVISED DATE). As a reminder, the date of our annual pancake breakfast overnighter has changed to Saturday – Sunday, October 12 – 13, at PVUMC. It will begin around 2:00 on Saturday afternoon and end around 11:00 on Sunday morning. All Troop 682 families are welcome to attend breakfast at 9:00 Sunday morning. In addition, any local Webelo scout is welcome to attend all or part of the overnighter.
10. TROOP ELECTION – OCTOBER 29. As a reminder, during its October 29 meeting, Troop 682B will elect a senior patrol leader and patrol leaders. All scouts are encouraged to attend and vote in the election.
11. OA FALL ORDEALS – SEPTEMBER 27-29 AND OCTOBER 25-27. As a reminder, the Order of the Arrow (“OA”) has one Ordeal in late September and one in late October. The Green Area Fall OA Ordeal is September 27 – 29 at Verdun Adventure Bound (Rixeyville, Virginia). The Cub Run Fall OA Ordeal is October 25 – 27 at Camp Snyder (Haymarket, Virginia). If you have been elected to the OA, but haven’t completed your Ordeal, then please attend one of the Ordeals. If you have questions regarding the Ordeals, or want to register for an Ordeal, then please contact Braeden Montague (bmontague57@hotmail.com). Braeden is the Troop 682 OA Representative and the Cub Run Chapter Chief.
Hi 682G!
I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend.
As a reminder, 682G will be opening/closing the meetings for the month of September. Black Elk patrol please plan to arrive by 6:45 this week – 9/2 – to setup and stay after to cleanup/sweep. Flaming Dolphin will be next week – 9/9. Trash Raccoon – 9/16, New Scout patrol – 9/23, PLC members – 9/30.
We are still trying to finalize details for a September campout. We are attempting to schedule for September 19-21, stay tuned for details. Additional Troops 682 announcements are below.
Yours in Scouting,
Ms. Sarah Vepraskas.
1. TROOP MEETING – SEPTEMBER 2. We’ll meet on Tuesday (September 2) from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church (“PVUMC”) – 43987 Little River Turnpike (Highway 50), Chantilly, Virginia.
During the meeting, we’ll have:
– Set up (6:45 pm – Black Elk patrol) and meeting opening (pledge of allegiance and scout law or oath);
– Opening announcements;
– Patrol time (attendance, advancement, etc.);
– Requirements time;
– 682G teaching theme for September will be cooking;
– Instruction on: importance of eating as a patrol and using fire for cooking;
– One or more games;
– Closing announcements, rank recognitions, and scoutmaster minute; and
– Meeting closing and clean up.
2. CLASS A UNIFORM. As a reminder, we have returned to wearing class A uniforms to our weekly meetings.
3. 2025-2026 TROOP CALENDAR. Based upon decisions made during the recent annual planning retreat, we’re preparing the 2025-2026 troop calendar. We hope to finalize and distribute it soon. The campout for September will hopefully be on the 19-21, but we have yet to be able to lock in a location at this point. More info coming soon!
4. PLC MEETING – SEPTEMBER 8. The Troop 682G patrol leaders council will meet on Monday, September 8, at 7:00 pm, at PVUMC. Unless excused by Ms. Lauren or me, all Troop 682G scouts serving in a position of leadership are expected to attend (excluding assistant patrol leaders, who are welcome but not required). Do remember that active participation requires attending at least half of the PLC meetings.
5. OA ACTIVITIES – SEPTEMBER 11 AND 19-21, OCTOER 3-5. The Order of the Arrow (“OA”) Cub Run Chapter will meet on Thursday, September 11, at 7:00 pm at the Sully District Government Center.
The OA Lodge Fellowship is Friday – Sunday, September 19 – 21, at Goshen Scout Reservation.
The OA Cub Run Chapter Fall Ordeal is Friday – Sunday, October 3 – 5, at Camp Snyder.
6. PACK 910 ASSISTANCE – SEPTEMBER 26 AND NOVEMBER 21. Troop 682B will assist Cub Scout Pack 910 with camping themed games during its meeting on Friday, September 26, at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm set-up), at Liberty Elementary School. We’ll also assist Pack 910 with its fall carnival on Friday, November 21, at 7:00 pm (5:30 pm set-up), at Vine and Branches Lutheran Church.
Please let me know if you are interested in assisting with either of these activities. I would love to have 682G represented at these events as well, however, they request that we not have TOO many scouts participate – so I do not want to make it a required activity. If you are a PLC member that could use additional activity credit to reach active participation, these will count, but you need to arrange with me in advance to ensure we have a female leader present and you have a buddy.
7. SUMMER CAMP 2026 – JULY 12-18. As selected during the recent annual planning retreat, Troops 682 will attend summer camp at Pipsico Scout Reservation (Tidewater Council, Surry County, Virginia) Sunday – Saturday, July 12 – 18, 2026. Registration and additional information will be provided later.
8. MOBILE TELEPHONE POLICY. As communicated previously, and based upon improper mobile telephone use observed during and reported after Camp Olmsted, we’re implementing the following mobile telephone policy for overnight events. The policy is similar to a previous policy. The policy is intended to facilitate meaningful, enjoyable, and productive events.
For each overnight event (“Event”):
1. Scouts may use mobile telephones while travelling to and from the Event;
2. Upon or soon after arrival at the Event, a designated adult leader (“Designated Leader”) will collect mobile telephones from all scouts;
3. With scoutmaster or trip leader permission, some scouts may retain their telephones to use for scouting or communication purposes during the Event;
4. At any time during the Event, any scout may request his or her mobile telephone and use it for scouting or communication purposes in the presence of the Designated Leader;
5. At any time during the Event, any parent may contact the Designated Leader and request to communicate with his or her scout in the presence of the Designated Leader;
6. During each full day of the Event, a time will be specified for scouts and parents to communicate by telephone in the presence of the Designated Leader; and
7. Upon departure, the Designated Leader will distribute mobile telephones to all scouts.
If phones are being used inappropriately during meetings (for games, social media, etc), those individual phones may be collected as well and returned at the end of the meeting.
9. MERIT BADGE REQUIREMENT APPROVALS. As a reminder, only an approved merit badge counselor for a merit badge may approve requirements for the merit badge. Unless a parent is a MBC, the parent may not document or approve merit badge rank requirements.
10. POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY EXPECTATIONS. As a reminder, unless I determine otherwise based upon special considerations or circumstances, a scout who serves actively in a position of responsibility for Star, Life, and Eagle rank requirement purposes is expected to:
– Attend at least one-half of all monthly events occurring during the term of service and
– Attend at least one-half of all patrol leaders council meetings occurring during the term of service.
The above expectations apply to den chiefs, but not assistant patrol leaders.
11. TROOP 682B SCOUTMASTER TRANSITION. As communicated previously, Mr. Thompson is transitioning out of the Troop 682B scoutmaster position. On January 1, 2026, Rich Kay will become the Troop 682B scoutmaster. Mr. Thompson will continue to be involved in troop leadership, serving as a 682B and 682G assistant scoutmaster.
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