Troop families

Our beloved ASM John Pratt passed away on Friday.
Mr Pratt was active in Scouts BSA for most of his life, and was a firm believer in the power of the scouting program to change the lives of youth.
He served as ASM for T133/T1033 from 2019-2025, and advised the PLC youth leadership every Monday, alongside David Waldman.
Prior to T133/T1033, John served in numerous roles in other units including Scoutmaster, and at the district and council level.
As a youth, John earned Eagle in 1964, and as an adult he earned the District Award of Merit in 1980, Wood Badge beads (Eagle Patrol) in 1980, Firecrafter Minisino honor in 1981, Silver Beaver in 1992, and Order of the Arrow Vigil in 2013.
Mr Pratt gave memorable Scoutmaster minutes to our youth, and was an inspiration to both youth and adults.
He will be sorely missed.

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Game Night + MB Night:
We have three more MB opportunities on upcoming Game Nights for scouts to work on. Please RSVP:

- 6/26/26: Citizenship in the Nation
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11620

- 7/3/26: Citizenship in the World
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11621

- 7/10/26: Personal Management
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11622

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NYLT:

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an action-packed program designed to provide Scouts with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home units and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others. This program is the centerpiece of the council’s youth training opportunities, providing local units with outstanding youth leaders and giving those participants the tools and leadership ideals that will serve them well in whatever they do.

Crossroads of America Council offers NYLT over a two weekend course format that can be attended in spring or in fall. For the two weekend courses participants must attend both weekends to complete their training.

Scouts BSA members must be First Class rank and at least 13 years old. They must have completed Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops

Fall Course
- 8/28/26-8/30/26 and 9/11/26-9/13/26

For more info:
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11598

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UPCOMING CALENDAR

Friday 6/26/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship in the Nation MB

Friday 7/3/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship in the World MB
Friday 7/10/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Personal Management MB
Friday-Sunday 7/10/26-7/12/26: Firecrafter Midsummer Ritual
Friday 7/17/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship Community/Nation/World MB wrap up
Saturday-Thursday 7/18/26-7/23/26: High Adventure WV
Friday 7/24/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship Community/Nation/World MB wrap up
Saturday 7/26/26: 8:30am-3pm ILST for incoming youth leadership team
Friday 7/31/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night

Friday 8/7/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Monday 8/10/26: Troop Meeting
Friday-Sunday 8/14/26-8/16/26: Firecrafter Grand Ritual
Monday 8/17/26: Troop Meeting
Friday-Sunday 8/21/26-8/23/26: Troop Campout TBD (also OA Summer Ordeal)
Monday 8/24/26: Parent Meeting
Monday 8/31/26: Troop Meeting

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Troop families

The scouts (and scouters) had an amazing week at Camp Ransburg!
14 rank advancements
~100 MBs
12 Camper
10 Woodsman
6 Firecrafter candidates
10 IOLS trained adults
2 Wilderness First Aid Adults

and so much more...
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Game Night + MB Night!
We have four MB opportunities on upcoming Game Nights for scouts to work on. Please RSVP:

- 6/19/26: Citizenship in the Community
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11619

- 6/26/26: Citizenship in the Nation
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11620

- 7/3/26: Citizenship in the World
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11621

- 7/10/26: Personal Management
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11622

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NYLT:

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an action-packed program designed to provide Scouts with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home units and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others. This program is the centerpiece of the council’s youth training opportunities, providing local units with outstanding youth leaders and giving those participants the tools and leadership ideals that will serve them well in whatever they do.

Crossroads of America Council offers NYLT over a two weekend course format that can be attended in spring or in fall. For the two weekend courses participants must attend both weekends to complete their training.

Scouts BSA members must be First Class rank and at least 13 years old. They must have completed Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops

Fall Course
- 8/28/26-8/30/26 and 9/11/26-9/13/26

For more info:
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11598

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UPCOMING CALENDAR

Friday 6/19/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship in the Community MB
Friday 6/26/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship in the Nation MB

Friday 7/3/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship in the World MB
Friday 7/10/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Personal Management MB
Friday-Sunday 7/10/26-7/12/26: Firecrafter Midsummer Ritual
Friday 7/17/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship Community/Nation/World MB wrap up
Saturday-Thursday 7/18/26-7/23/26: High Adventure WV
Friday 7/24/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night + Citizenship Community/Nation/World MB wrap up
Saturday 7/26/26: 8:30am-3pm ILST for incoming youth leadership team
Friday 7/31/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night

Friday 8/7/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Monday 8/10/26: Troop Meeting
Friday-Sunday 8/14/26-8/16/26: Firecrafter Grand Ritual
Monday 8/17/26: Troop Meeting
Friday-Sunday 8/21/26-8/23/26: Troop Campout TBD (also OA Summer Ordeal)
Monday 8/24/26: Parent Meeting
Monday 8/31/26: Troop Meeting

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Troop Families,

The scouts (and adults) who participated in Rifle MB had a great time! All scouts earned the shooting portion of the MB. There will be a follow up session for the course work (either in person or virtual, TBD). Stay tuned. 

Troop Meeting tonight: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm COH (note early start time).  

Note: Please bring Health Forms tonight!!! 

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Action needed: DUES and PAYMENTS.  If financial assistance is needed, please reach out to Treasurer Kim Huizinga or Scoutmasters Mr. Port and Mrs. Serban.  Otherwise, please make payment immediately for the following:  

Troop dues for youth:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11578

Summer camp for crossovers:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11561

Summer camp for everyone else:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11562

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Health Forms due ASAP!!!

For those attending Ransburg (even if for one day!), please complete the entire health form (Form A, B, and C, all four pages) and submit it before camp. The link is below, and we need all forms submitted by May 15.
Because we need to leave a copy with the camp staff (Indiana law), please submit two copies so the troop also has one on file. You can turn these in at an upcoming meeting or arrange another way to submit them with Jeannine Victery.

For camp, we need Form C, completed with a physical dated within the last 12 months. Usually, if you've had one in that time period, your doctor will fill out this form reflecting that physical. Places like CVS and Walgreens also offer physicals, usually with same-day or next-day appointments available.
The most updated Scouting health form can be found here: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_ABC.pdf
As you fill out your form, please be aware of the following common errors/omissions:
 - Missing date under the medical provider’s signature
 - Date outside of 12-month window
 - Missing medical provider’s signature
 - Missing parent/guardian signature
 - Missing immunization record and dates
 - Missing health insurance card copy

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May Service Project Opportunities

We have two annual service projects in May:
500 Parade Chair Setup: Saturday 5/23/26
Led by Christine Borntrager and Grant Siefker
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11587

Memorial Day Flag Ceremony: Monday 5/25/26
Led by Grant Siefker, Steve Zabel, Michael Shoulders
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11588

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UPCOMING CALENDAR

Monday 5/18/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm COH
Friday 5/22/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/23/26: 7am-3pm 500 Parade Chair Setup
Monday 5/25/26: 10am-2pm Memorial Day Flag Setup
Friday 5/29/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/30/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Avery McNew's Eagle project

Friday 6/5/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 6/6/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Theo Jessup's Eagle project
Sunday-Saturday 6/7/26 - 6/13/26: Ransburg!
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Troop Families,

Troop Meeting tonight: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm Advancement Meeting (note early start time).  

Please bring Health Forms tonight! Friday 5/15 at latest. 

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Action needed: DUES and PAYMENTS.  If financial assistance is needed, please reach out to Treasurer Kim Huizinga or Scoutmasters Mr. Port and Mrs. Serban.  Otherwise, please make payment immediately for the following:  

Troop dues for youth:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11578

Summer camp for crossovers:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11561

Summer camp for everyone else:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11562

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Health Forms due ASAP!!!

For those attending Ransburg (even if for one day!), please complete the entire health form (Form A, B, and C, all four pages) and submit it before camp. The link is below, and we need all forms submitted by May 15.
Because we need to leave a copy with the camp staff (Indiana law), please submit two copies so the troop also has one on file. You can turn these in at an upcoming meeting or arrange another way to submit them with Jeannine Victery.

For camp, we need Form C, completed with a physical dated within the last 12 months. Usually, if you've had one in that time period, your doctor will fill out this form reflecting that physical. Places like CVS and Walgreens also offer physicals, usually with same-day or next-day appointments available.
The most updated Scouting health form can be found here: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_ABC.pdf
As you fill out your form, please be aware of the following common errors/omissions:
 - Missing date under the medical provider’s signature
 - Date outside of 12-month window
 - Missing medical provider’s signature
 - Missing parent/guardian signature
 - Missing immunization record and dates
 - Missing health insurance card copy

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May Service Project Opportunities

We have two annual service projects in May:
500 Parade Chair Setup: Saturday 5/23/26
Led by Christine Borntrager and Grant Siefker
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11587

Memorial Day Flag Ceremony: Monday 5/25/26
Led by Grant Siefker, Steve Zabel, Michael Shoulders
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11588

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OA Ordeal

The following scouts have been elected into the Order of the Arrow (OA). Next step is to attend the Ordeal. 
There is an opportunity in May 5/15/26-5/17/26 for scouts who are interested.
Eligible scouts include:
Caleb, Liam G, Theo, Emmett, Leon, Frankie, Graham, Justin, Mary
Eligible adults include:
Jesus, Cody, Charis, Elliot
RSVP must be made on the council page, but please also RSVP here so we can arrange car pooling for interested families:

https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11569

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Rifle MB opportunity!

Mr Josh Hill from T180 will be organizing a Rifle MB opportunity in May.
Looking at Sunday 5/17 for class and shooting. 8:30am - 3pm
 - No cost for event
 - Need Scouts: names and ages (for NRA report)
 - Need Scout leaders: names, addresses, contact info (phone, email). 
 - closed toed shoes, bug spray, no sandals/crocs, no tank tops. 
 - bring lunch and water. 
1100 Edith Ave Noblesville

https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11597

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UPCOMING CALENDAR

Monday 5/11/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm Advancement Night
Friday 5/15/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night - Advancement Night
Friday-Sunday 5/15/26-5/17/26: OA Ordeal Weekend Camp Kikthawenund
Sunday 5/17/26: Rifle MB class
Monday 5/18/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm COH
Friday 5/22/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/23/26: 7am-3pm 500 Parade Chair Setup
Monday 5/25/26: 10am-2pm Memorial Day Flag Setup
Friday 5/29/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/30/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Avery McNew's Eagle project

Friday 6/5/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 6/6/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Theo Jessup's Eagle project
Sunday-Saturday 6/7/26 - 6/13/26: Ransburg!
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Troop Families,

The Troop had a great time at the Fort Wayne Zoo last weekend. And an incredible cooking competition! 

Troop Meeting tonight: 6:30pm PLC, 7:30pm Troop Meeting and Elections. 

Note, we have our Spring COH on Monday 5/18/26. Prior to that we will have an advancement night on Monday 5/11/26. And scouts are always welcome to arrive at Game Night and work on advancement as well (although we will need more adult help for those).  

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Action needed: DUES and PAYMENTS.  If financial assistance is needed, please reach out to Treasurer Kim Huizinga or Scoutmasters Mr. Port and Mrs. Serban.  Otherwise, please make payment immediately for the following:  

Troop dues for youth:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11578

Summer camp for crossovers:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11561

Summer camp for everyone else:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11562

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Health Forms due ASAP!!!

For those attending Ransburg (even if for one day!), please complete the entire health form (Form A, B, and C, all four pages) and submit it before camp. The link is below, and we need all forms submitted by May 15.
Because we need to leave a copy with the camp staff (Indiana law), please submit two copies so the troop also has one on file. You can turn these in at an upcoming meeting or arrange another way to submit them with Jeannine Victery.

For camp, we need Form C, completed with a physical dated within the last 12 months. Usually, if you've had one in that time period, your doctor will fill out this form reflecting that physical. Places like CVS and Walgreens also offer physicals, usually with same-day or next-day appointments available.
The most updated Scouting health form can be found here: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_ABC.pdf
As you fill out your form, please be aware of the following common errors/omissions:
 - Missing date under the medical provider’s signature
 - Date outside of 12-month window
 - Missing medical provider’s signature
 - Missing parent/guardian signature
 - Missing immunization record and dates
 - Missing health insurance card copy

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May Service Project Opportunities

We have two annual service projects in May:
500 Parade Chair Setup: Saturday 5/23/26
Led by Christine Borntrager and Grant Siefker
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11587

Memorial Day Flag Ceremony: Monday 5/25/26
Led by Grant Siefker, Steve Zabel, Michael Shoulders
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11588

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OA Ordeal

The following scouts have been elected into the Order of the Arrow (OA). Next step is to attend the Ordeal. 
There is an opportunity in May 5/15/26-5/17/26 for scouts who are interested.
Eligible scouts include:
Caleb, Liam G, Theo, Emmett, Leon, Frankie, Graham, Justin, Mary
Eligible adults include:
Jesus, Cody, Charis, Elliot
RSVP must be made on the council page, but please also RSVP here so we can arrange car pooling for interested families:

https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11569

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Rifle MB opportunity!

Mr Josh Hill from T180 will be organizing a Rifle MB opportunity in May.
Looking at Sunday 5/17 for class and shooting. 8:30am - 3pm
 - No cost for event
 - Need Scouts: names and ages (for NRA report)
 - Need Scout leaders: names, addresses, contact info (phone, email). 
 - closed toed shoes, bug spray, no sandals/crocs, no tank tops. 
 - bring lunch and water. 
1100 Edith Ave Noblesville

https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11597

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UPCOMING CALENDAR

Monday 5/4/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7:30pm Troop Meeting - Elections
Friday 5/8/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night - Advancement Night
Monday 5/11/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm Advancement Night
Friday 5/15/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night - Advancement Night
Friday-Sunday 5/15/26-5/17/26: OA Ordeal Weekend Camp Kikthawenund
Sunday 5/17/26: Rifle MB class
Monday 5/18/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm COH
Friday 5/22/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/23/26: 7am-3pm 500 Parade Chair Setup
Monday 5/25/26: 10am-2pm Memorial Day Flag Setup
Friday 5/29/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/30/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Avery McNew's Eagle project

Friday 6/5/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 6/6/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Theo Jessup's Eagle project
Sunday-Saturday 6/7/26 - 6/13/26: Ransburg!
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Troop Families,

Thanks to all who attended our Eagle Court of Honor yesterday! 

Our final spring campout is this weekend:
Friday-Sunday May 1-3. Fort Wayne Zoo, and cooking competition!
Open to P200 and P282 Webelos.
RSVP today before the meeting:
https://www.troop133indy.com/node/11491

Troop Meeting tonight: 6:30pm PLC, 7:30pm Troop Meeting at the Holt House. 

Action needed: DUES and PAYMENTS.  If financial assistance is needed, please reach out to Treasurer Kim Huizinga or Scoutmasters Mr. Port and Mrs. Serban.  Otherwise, please make payment immediately for the following:  

Troop dues for youth:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11578

Summer camp for crossovers:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11561

Summer camp for everyone else:
https://troop133indy.com/node/11562

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Health Forms due soon!

For those attending Ransburg (even if for one day!), please complete the entire health form (Form A, B, and C, all four pages) and submit it before camp. The link is below, and we need all forms submitted by May 15.
Because we need to leave a copy with the camp staff (Indiana law), please submit two copies so the troop also has one on file. You can turn these in at an upcoming meeting or arrange another way to submit them with Jeannine Victery.

For camp, we need Form C, completed with a physical dated within the last 12 months. Usually, if you've had one in that time period, your doctor will fill out this form reflecting that physical. Places like CVS and Walgreens also offer physicals, usually with same-day or next-day appointments available.
The most updated Scouting health form can be found here: https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_ABC.pdf
As you fill out your form, please be aware of the following common errors/omissions:
 - Missing date under the medical provider’s signature
 - Date outside of 12-month window
 - Missing medical provider’s signature
 - Missing parent/guardian signature
 - Missing immunization record and dates
 - Missing health insurance card copy

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Rifle MB opportunity!

Mr Josh Hill from T180 will be organizing a Rifle MB opportunity in May.
Looking at Sunday 5/17 class and Saturday 5/23 shooting. 8:30am - 3pm both days
 - No cost for event
 - Need Scouts: names and ages (for NRA report)
 - Need Scout leaders: names, addresses, contact info (phone, email). 
 - closed toed shoes, bug spray, no sandals/crocs, no tank tops. 
 - bring lunch and water. 
1100 Edith Ave Noblesville

More info at tonight's meeting. RSVPs will be due tonight. 

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UPCOMING CALENDAR

Monday 4/27/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7:30pm Troop Meeting - plan for Campout

Friday-Sunday 5/1/26-5/3/26: Troop Campout - Salamonie Park, Fort Wayne Zoo
Monday 5/4/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7:30pm Troop Meeting - Elections
Friday 5/8/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Monday 5/11/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm Advancement Night
Friday 5/15/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Sunday 5/17/26: Rifle MB class #1
Monday 5/18/26: 6:30pm PLC, 7pm COH
Friday 5/22/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/23/26: Rifle MB class #2
Saturday 5/23/26: 7am-3pm 500 Parade Chair Setup
Monday 5/25/26: 10am-2pm Memorial Day Flag Setup
Friday 5/29/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 5/30/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Avery McNew's Eagle project

Friday 6/5/26: 6:30-9:30pm Game Night
Saturday 6/6/26:  8am - 5pm Tentative date for Theo Jessup's Eagle project
Sunday-Saturday 6/7/26 - 6/13/26: Ransburg!
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