Troop 21 - Pasadena, California

Henneger Flats Campout Saturday October 1

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:14:15 +0000

Our first overnight backpack trip for Fall will be to Henneger Flats on Saturday, October 1 and 2. We will meet at 8:30am at Scoutmaster Equitz’s house in Altadena, and proceed from there to the trailhead just up the street. Overnight parking is allowed in the area. It is about a 2.5 mile hike to the campsite. Water is available at the campsite. No cost.

Nobel LeTendre Becomes Eagle 109 while four scouts advance in rank

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 13:15:57 +0000

Nobel LeTendre successfully completed his Eagle Board of Review held September 19, 2011. Troop 21 is excited to announce Nobel as the Troop’s 109th Eagle Scout. Congratulations to Nobel and his family. We never forget that Scouting is a family effort and appreciate all the support they give our young men.

The same night Troop 21 held a Court of Honor to recognize the efforts put forth during the summer. The following received rank advancement at the September 19, 2011 Court of Honor:

Tenderfoot – Renan Gonzalez
Second Class – Leo Sonner, Axel Tanner
Star – Andrew Lou

In addition to the above rank advancements, 23 scouts received 65 merit badges. Congratulations to all who received merit badges and rank advancement. Keep up the great work!

Blake Simon Eagle #108

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 18:08:49 +0000

Congratulations Blake Simon for becoming Troop 21's newest Eagle Scout on September 12, 2011. Blake is Troop 21’s 108th Eagle and joins his dad and past Scoutmaster Dave Simon in the brotherhood of Eagle Scouts.

Troop Booth at PazNaz August 28

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 18:08:02 +0000

Sunday, August 28, from 9am to 2pm, our sponsoring organization, Pasadena Church of the Nazarene, is holding their annual Ministry Fair – a showcase of what the different groups sponsored by PazNaz do. At our booth we will display our kayaks, projects completed for merit badges, and campout adventures.

Scouts are asked to show up in their full Class A uniform and donate some time at the booth. Since this also acts as a recruiting tool, those that man the booth could get their First Class requirement #10 signed off.

Blake Simon’s Eagle Project August 20

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:11:20 +0000

Saturday, August 20 from 8:00am to 2:00pm Blake Simon will be hosting his Eagle project at Mach 1 therapeutic horseback riding facility for disabled children. Mach 1 is in Hahamongna Watershed Park in Pasadena (near JPL).

The project will include painting, sanding, and rebuilding stalls and other items around the facility. Wear work cloths and closed-toe shoes. Food will be served. This is a great opportunity for all scouts to get some service hours in, help out a worthy cause, and get to know others in the troop.

Jared Equitz Troop 21’s Newest Eagle

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:12:50 +0000

Good News! Jared Equitz survived his Eagle Board of Review July 25th to become the 107th Eagle in Troop 21's 55+years of existence. A large group of Troop 21 members waited for Jared to emerge from his Review to congratulate him. The first order of business for Jared is to leave for Philmont July 31st for a 10 day trek in the wilds of New Mexico with scouts from Troop 21 and around the country. Congratulations Jared.

Eagle Project July 16

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:18:43 +0000

Saturday morning, July 16 from 8:00am to Noon Jared Equitz will run an Eagle project at the Pasadena Museum of History. The project involves cleaning, painting, and planting. If you're in town, get on your old work clothes and come join the fun.

11 SCOUTS ADVANCE IN RANK

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 04:33:04 +0000

The following received rank advancement at the June 17, 2011 Court of Honor held at Wilderness Park:
Tenderfoot – Barry Benedict, Matthew Directo, Scott Directo, Thomas Holmes, Kian Ravael
Second Class – Austin Wiersma
First Class – Noah Sisson
Star – Seth Gallagher, David Shintaku
Life – Jonathan Wang
Eagle Silver Palm – Markus Liepins

In addition to the above rank advancement and honors, 19 scouts received 26 merit badges. Congratulations to all who received merit badges and rank advancement. Keep up the great work!

COURT OF HONOR FRIDAY JUNE 17

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 21:38:58 +0000

Court of Honor is Friday, June 17, 6:00pm at Wilderness Park in Arcadia. Scouts will receive merit badges and rank advancement that was earned as of June 13. Scouts are expected to be in full dress uniform with sashes.

Troop picture and Dinner is at 6, ceremony at 7. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided by the troop, with side dishes provided by parents pot-luck style. Wilderness Park is located at 2240 Highland Oaks Dr, Arcadia 91006

CPR Class

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 21:23:11 +0000

Saturday, June 18 from 10:00am to 12:30pm, we have a certified CPR instructor holding a class in Adult CPR at PazNaz. This valuable class is for everyone, especially ASM’s. Sign up with Ron Wiersma. Cost is $30, includes certification.