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On the tenth of April in the year 1913, the first meeting of Boy ScoutTroop 31 was held in a small room at the Third Presbyterian Church on East Avenue. At that time, a man by the name of Capt. Frederick W. Hinrichs Jr. took on full responsibility to become the first "Scoutmaster of Troop 31".
Capt. Hinrichs believed in inspiring young men to climb to greater heights. With his guidance, the troop was formed and adhered to the principles of Lord Baden-Powell, founder of the modern Scouting movement. Troop 31 has made the "Boy Led Troop" the cornerstone of the scouting experience. We promote the ideals of scouting by guiding young men to be self-confident future leaders and to aspire to the ultimate rank of Eagle. As members of Troop 31, the boys manage and control all aspects of the troop operations - from planning a simple meal for a patrol to running a meeting to planning a campout. Our adult advisors provide guidance to the Scout leadership so that they can accomplish the goals they have set for themselves and the Troop. Though years of successful programs, Troop 31 has created an environment that challenges boys to learn what it takes to be self-sufficient, self-reliant, and self-motivated while simultaneously caring about and leading others. After 99 years and 38 Scoutmasters, our parents and alumni are proud of the 155 Scouts who have earned their rank of Eagle as members of BSA Troop 31. If you are interested in visiting or joining BSA Troop 31, we welcome you to visit a Troop meeting and experience it first-hand. I look forward to meeting with you; feel free to contact me at Scoutmaster@Troop31BSA.org to set up appointment to visit Troop 31. Yours in Scouting,
John H. Folwell
38th Scoutmaster, BSA Troop 31
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Seneca Waterways Council
Servicenter & Scout Shop
474 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Phone: (585) 244-4210
Fax: (585) 244-9403
Email: joinscouting@SenecaWaterways.org
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Mission & Vision of the BSA
Mission Statement
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Vision Statement
The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.
Policy of Nondiscrimination
Membership in the Boy Scouts of America is open to all boys and young adults who meet the joining requirements. Membership in Scouting, advancement, and achievement of leadership in Scouting units are open to all youth without regard to race or ethnic background and are based entirely upon individual merit.
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Boy Scout Troop 31
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4 Meigs Street
Rochester, NY 14607
www.troop31bsa.org
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BOY SCOUT TROOP 31 UPCOMING CALENDAR EVENTS:
* Black=Monday Meeting
SMC-Scoutmaster Conferences
BOR-Board of Review
* Blue=Camping
* Red=SM Training
* Orange=Special Event
DRM-Dining Room Ministry
* Navy=Merit Badge Event
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| 6/22 | Shotgun Shooting Event: Saturday June 22, 2013 from1:00-3:00 PM - Cost: $12
| | 6/23 | Max F’s Eagle Scout Project: Sunday, June 23rd from 10am to 3pm
| | 6/24 | Scout Weekly Meeting: Shooting Sports
| | 7/7 | SUMMER CAMP: Massawepie BSA Camp
| | 7/14 | JAMBOREE CONTINGENT: DEPARTURE
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Click here for complete list of calendar events
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Troop 31 Eagle Scout #156
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 Please join us in congratulating CONNOR T. BARTH, Troop 31's most recent Eagle Scout. Connor passed his Eagle Board of Review on 5/30/13 and is the 156th scout to have earned the rank of Eagle Scout since 1913. Congratulations, Connor! _________________________________________________________________ |
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Troop 31 - 100th Court of Awards Ceremony and Spring Picnic: June 17, 2013
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 On Monday, June 17, 2013, Troop 31 will be celebrating our 100th Court of Awards Ceremony and Spring Picnic at Seton Catholic School (165 Rhinecliff Drive Rochester, NY 14618). All scouts who have earned Merit Badges or achieved Rank Advancement since the Fall 2012 Court will be recognized. **NOTE EARLY START TIME**
6:00–7:00 PM: Dinner will be served
7:00–8:00 PM: Court of Awards Families are asked to bring a dish to pass.
LAST NAMES:
A-C: Bring “Snacks” – two bags any snack items: chips & salsa/dip, Doritos, pretzels, etc.
D-H Bring "Classic" side dish – macaroni salad, potato salad, vegetable casserole, beans, etc.
K-R: Bring "Healthy" side dish – tossed salad, vegetable sticks, fruit salad, etc.
S-T: Bring "Dessert" – brownies, cookies, donuts, etc.
U-Z: Bring "Beverages" – bring three or four 2-liter bottles soda, lemonade, iced tea, etc.
The Troop Committee will provide: grilled hot dogs, buns, paper goods, sheet cake and bottled water.
As a reminder, all Scouts are expected to attend whether or not they are scheduled to receive any recognition (and virtually all are!); we support our brother Scouts. Likewise, all Scouts and adult leaders are expected to be in full and complete Class "A" uniforms. (Scouts not in uniform will have any recognition deferred until the Fall Court.)
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact any member of the Scoutmaster Staff.
We looking forward to seeing everyone at the Spring Court!_________________________________________________________________ |
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Shotgun Shooting Event- June 22, 2013
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Plan on joining us for the excitement as we offer this Shotgun Shooting opportunity on Saturday, June 22 1:00-3:00 PM. Outlet Rod and Gun Club
3202 Atlantic Avenue
Penfield, 14526
COST: $12 Basic Instruction followed by Rifle Shooting
PLEASE NOTE: A scout must be at least 12 years old to shoot shotguns. See the segment in the right column for details and a photo from the Air Rifle Shooting Event held on Thursday May 2, 2013 at the Rochester Rifle Club ... or better yet ... ask one of the scouts who attended how much fun it was! Stay tuned for additional details at Monday's weekly scout meeting and email update. Contact ASM Osterwinter directly with any questions or for additional information. _________________________________________________________________ |
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MAX F.'S EAGLE PROJECT - Sunday, June 23rd 10 AM - 3 PM
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Where: Abundant Life Faith Ministry
83 Whitney Street
Rochester, NY 14611 Take 490W to Exit 11B Child Street. Turn right onto Orange Street. Turn right onto Whitney. The church is on the corner. The house with the Sunday School Room is next door.
What: Restoration and Supplying of Materials to a Sunday School Room
When: Sunday, June 23rd 2013
Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Wear “paint clothes”. Bring paint brushes, rollers, roller bins, old sheets if you have them. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.
THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP! Please text Max to confirm your attendance.
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Troop 31 Prepares for its 100 year Anniversary
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On April 1st, 2013, BSA Troop 31 will celebrate its 100th Anniversary of its BSA Charter. We are honored to have had the sponsorship of Third Presbyterian Church for all of those 100 years. As we prepared for the upcoming celebration, we are searching and asking our alumni and past families for their help in compiling the complete history and memories of Troop 31. Please take the time to complete the 100th Anniversary Interview Document and return it to our webmaster at Webmaster@troop31bsa.org. We ask all our alumni to pass our Website link and the document along to any Troop 31 Alumni that you may know to spread the word. Tentatively, our 100th Court of Award is scheduled for Monday, June 17, 2013. However, our Troop 31 Committee is planning a Summertime celebration marking the event. Please stay in touch and monitor our calendar for the planned dates later this Fall.
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District & Council News:
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 Seneca Waterways Scout Office is on the move: To accommodate our new far-flung Council, which now stretches all the way to Seneca County, Seneca Waterways Council anticipates relocating the Council Office from the current East Avenue Service Center to somewhere in the Perinton-Victor area in the near future. Stay tuned for more details. _________________________________________________________________
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YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING
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 ATTENTION: Troop 31 Leaders & Committee Members Will Your Youth Protection Training Be Expiring This Year? If "YES", Please complete the training & send Mrs. Borrelli a copy of your updated Certificate. Just a reminder that we have several leaders whose Youth Protection will be expiring in 2012. Please use the link below to access the site prior to your current YPT expiration date, complete the YPT training and testing & send Mrs. Borrelli a copy of your updated certificate (Webmaster@troop31bsa.org). If you're unsure of your expiration date (which was included in a previous email dated 6/11), please email for confimration. Thanks for your help in keeping the troop compliant. https://myscouting.scouting.org
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BOY SCOUT TROOP 31 ROCHESTER, NY
TROOP 31 HOLDS 2013 SPRING COURT OF AWARDS
Troop 31 held its 100th Anniversary Sprring Court of Awards on Monday, June 17, 2013. The troop welcomed 13 new Scouts from five different Cub Scout Packs to the Troop 31 family.
There was a total of 24 rank advancements, including two Eagle Palms. Scouts earned a total of 80 merit badges since the Fall Court of Awards. Our sincere thanks to the Troop 31 Committee members who braved the heat and charcoal to provide us a delicious hot dog barbecue. Thanks as well to all the parents who brought a dish to pass. Many thanks to all the Troop 31 leaders who have worked tirelessly with our scouts throughout the year to enable our them to achieve. Lastly, thanks to all of our volunteers who helped plan and set up for the evening. This event could never have been as successful as it was without your dedication to our scouting program.
For everyone attending Massawepie Boy Scout Camp and 2013 National Scout Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia ... Have FUN and be SAFE! Take lots of pictures to share with us. Enjoy your summer, everyone. We'll see you in the Fall.
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TROOP 31 OFFERS CONDOLENCES
 George D. Nichols
(1935 - 2013)
Served as Troop 31 Scoutmaster from 1974-1977
Pittsford: June 6, 2013 at age 78. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Penelope; his children, Nick, Todd and Peggy; and his grandchildren Emily, Ian, Jessi, Georgia and Jordan. George graduated from Allendale School and the University of Rochester. He was a lifelong active member of the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 31.
A celebration of George's life will be held at 5:30 PM Saturday, June 15 at the University of Rochester Interfaith Chapel, 500 Joseph C. Wilson Blvd., Rochester, NY 14627. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America Otetiana Council, 474 East Avenue, Rochester NY 14607, or the Alzheimer's Association, 435 East Henrietta Road, Rochester NY 14620. To share a memory of George or send a condolence to the family, visit www.anthonychapels.com.
On behalf of the scouts, leaders, committee and friends of Boy Scout Troop 31, we would like to recognize George for his endless dedication to the scouting program in Rochester. So many have fond memories of him. He will be remembered as a kind and gentle man with a ready smile. He was truly one of the world's genuinely nice guys. May you rest in peace, Scoutmaster Nichols.
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TROOP 31 WELCOMES FIVE NEW SCOUTS: Kevin, Jack, Thomas, Nadae & Patrick
On Friday night, May 17th, representatives from Troop 31 welcomed five scouts from Pack 65 during their Blue & Gold Banquet at Seton Catholic School.
We look forward to Kevin, Jack, Thomas, Nadae & Patrick joining our Troop 31 family. Please make them all feel welcome when you see them!
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MCQUAID JESUIT HONORS EAGLE SCOUTS
The McQuaid Jesuit High School Advancement Department released its Spring Cauldron publication on May 15, 2013. Three Troop 31 scouts were recognized for earning their Eagle Scout rank during the 2012-2013 school year: Conor B. ('13), Tyler B. ('15) and Thomas C. ('13). CONGRATULATIONS, SCOUTS!  ____________________________________________________
Air Rifle Shooting Event - Thursday May 2, 2013
On Thursday May 2, 2013, a dozen scouts from Boy Scout Troop 31 attended an Air Rifle Shooting Event hosted by the Rochester Rifle Club located at 2445 Winton Road South. The scouts learned about gun safety and proper use. They first shot individually and then competed as teams. Congratulations: Tyler B., Aidan C. and Matt D. Many thanks go out to Mr. Drexler (far left) and Mr. Lagendyk (far right) at the Rochester Rifle Club for providing us such a wonderful opportunity (and refreshments) and to Mr. Osterwinter (center) for coordinating this event for us!  ______________________________________________
Thank You To All Who Help Our Scouts Earn Their Eagle!!
 Eagle Scout Projects Completed for 2012-2013 Scouting Year - Thomas C. (8/4/12)
- Tyler B. (8/11/12)
- Malcolm R. (8/15/12)
- Jake W. (11/24/12)
- Peter M. (2/16/2013 & 2/24/2013)
- Nate H. (4/20/2013 & 4/21/2013)
- Connor B. (4/27/2013 & 4/28/2013)
- Kevin S. (5/14/2013 & 5/18/2013)
- Bailey O. (5/18/2013 & 5/19/2013)
- Dan L. (6/15/2013)
Check out a brief summary of each Eagle Project on The Project Page. If you are a Troop 31 Eagle Scout and your project is not included on The Project Page, please send an email with your project details and photos to: Webmaster@troop31bsa.org.
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VISIONS OF SCOUTING
 In 1910, the Boy Scouts of America was founded to help young people grow into responsible, well-rounded citizens. As a result, more than 100 million Americans have experienced the traditional, values-based program offered by the BSA. Below, a celebrated American shares their thoughts on the Scouting experience: "I admire the Boy Scouts of America because the BSA has meant finding real solutions to some of the problems plaguing our country and has kept the faith in what America is and must mean to the world. You show that character comes from one small act at a time, caring for each child as if he or she were our own." George Bush, former President of the United States of America.
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 Come and share your photos of past and present Troop31 events!!!
We have created a secure website thru Shutterfly to store and share photos and video of our scouts at Troop 31 events. There are over 50 photo albums on the site from a number of our past event, campouts, and spring trips. The staff invite you to visit and share any photos you may have of any past or present events. Click here to visit the http://boyscouttroop31.shutterfly.com/ account. Since this is a secure site, you will need to register and be approved. Please provide your name and your scout's name. You may invite family members to view the site. Please have them reference your information in their request for access. If the committee has questions, we will email you separately for your blessing before granting permission. If you have any other questions please contact the Webmasters at webmaster@troop31bsa.org.
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