March 11, 2025

Podcast Transcript

Recognitions

This week, we want to recognize some incredible achievements from our Scouts!

Troop Anniversaries

Congratulations to the following Scouts celebrating anniversaries with Troop 457:

  • Ian B. – 1 year
  • Dominik – 2 years
  • Dimitri – 6 years

Merit Badge Achievements

A big congratulations to the 12 Scouts who earned their Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge at last weekend’s campout:
Marcus B., Brooks, Clark, Alex, Cameron, Brennan, Eddie, Jack P., Solomon, Jon, Avery, and Zeke.

Special Recognition

  • Owen represented the Troop by singing the national anthem at the 2025 YMCA District Swimming Finals this past weekend. Well done!

Upcoming Events & RSVP Deadlines

Merit Badge Academy – Saturday, March 16

  • Arrive at Butler County Community College between 8:15 and 8:45 AM
  • Bring: Blue card, completed pre-requisites, and bag lunch
  • Wear your Scout uniform
  • Classes end at 3:45 PM
  • If you still need your blue card, contact Mr. Maloney ASAP

Pack 457 Crossover Ceremony – Sunday, March 17

  • Arrive by 1:45 PM in FULL Class A uniform
  • The next crossover ceremony is Pack 403 at Dutilh Church on April 11

Service Opportunities

  • March 21: One spot open for a food service project at Cranberry Municipal Center – See Solomon for details
  • March 29: Pack 457 Pinewood Derby – Service starts at 8:30 AM at the gym at Glade Run Lutheran Services

Upcoming Campouts – RSVP Now!

  • Seven Ranges Good Turn Weekend – April 25–27
  • Crossover Campout at Pymatuning – May 16–18

Next Week’s Events

  • Saturday – Merit Badge Academy
  • Sunday – Pack 457 Crossover Ceremony (Arrive by 1:45 in full uniform)
  • Tuesday – Wilderness Survival Meeting, hosted by The Waffle Empire Patrol
  • Extended PLC at 6:30 PM
  • Parents Meeting at 7:10 PM

Stay engaged, RSVP for events, and keep up the great work, Scouts!

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