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backpacking trip report trips update

Virgin Falls backpacking

We left at 8 to go to Bridgestone Firestone wilderness after a Becky biscuit breakfast. Upon arrival, we found that it was closed due to hunting and soon heard gun shots.

So we decided to go to virgin falls.

We hiked 2.5 miles then ate lunch and crawled in a small cave. It took about a hour of downhill hiking to get to the campsite. The bucks had phô and the wolverines had sweet and sour tuna couscous for dinner.  Afterwards we played hide and tag in the reeds. Pocket knives were lost. Then followed the fire ceremony led by Frederick Behaylo and Owen Thompson. After the fire ceremony we went to sleep. The next morning brought a breakfast of oatmeal deluxe.  After packing for about a half mile, we got to virgin falls. We spent about fifteen minutes there, played hacky sack, then headed out. Our motivation was a fast-food stop on the way home. It took us about two and a half hours hike back to the parking lot. We headed out, stopped at hardy’s, then went home.

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fundraisers troop information Turkey Fry

Turkey fry

The turkey fry is well under way. We started at about 6 this morning setting up the fryers.

We have already delivered our first bird.

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There are about 20 more that can be picked up anytime.

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Come and get ’em!

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fundraisers Turkey Fry update

More Turkeys Available

LATE BREAKING NEWS . . . Due to the unprecedented demand for turkeys this year, we’ve added a few more last-minute birds to our flock.  So if you missed out during the initial order taking, you can still have a Cajun-fried turkey for Thanksgiving.  Quantities are limited; we only have a handful available.  To reserve one, send an email to turkey@nashvilletroop3.com.  Thanks!

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mountain biking trip report trips update

Bucks Patrol LBL Mountain Biking

The Bucks left for Land Between The Lakes to go mountain biking on a Saturday morning. After a stop at the visitor center, we picked a campsite, set up camp, and hopped on our bikes. We aimed to bike twenty five miles when we started. The terrain was very good for biking. We went on and off road. We had a few wipe outs and a lot of up hill. We had bagel sandwiches for lunch. After 14.98 miles, we got back at our campsite at about four o’clock. We had shepherd’s pie for dinner, and a very fun campfire ceremony. The next morning, we woke up, ate a breakfast of eggs and sausage, and headed out to a different trail where we biked 6.5 miles. On the way home, we stopped at Taco Bell and got back at four thirty.

 

 

 

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fundraisers Turkey Fry update

Turkey Fry Sold Out!

A big THANK YOU to the community for its enthusiastic support of this year’s Turkey Fry!  We have officially sold out of turkeys.  If you would like to be placed on our “Stand By” list – in case we get a cancellation or someone doesn’t show up to claim their turkey – send a note to our order taker at turkey@nashvilletroop3.com.

We are still gratefully accepting donations for the Merin Family.  Please contact our Troop Treasurer at helen@nashvilletroop3.com for details on how to get those to us.

And if you missed out this year, don’t be glum.  This is an annual event, so there’s always next year.  Just be sure to order early!  We’ll begin taking orders in early November 2013.

Thanks y’all!

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hiking trip report trips update

Sewanee Hiking trip- 20 miles

This was a very fun day hike but also turned out to be one of the most brutal. We started around 9:00 and stayed in a group until about mile one where we split up.

We walked on while observing some very pretty views, acorn throwing, and the Sewanee wilderness. At around mile 6.5 we sat down for lunch and filled up water bottles. Despite some problems with knowledge of how to use the steripen, lunch was pretty good.

We then continued the backbreaking hike over the hills of Sewanee and a few paved areas. Around the 15 mile mark we hit a paved trail that was relatively flat and continued our trek as the sun ducked behind the trees.

It became complete darkness when we finally reached the cross on the hill but it made a great place to stop and rest.

From that point on our spirits were lifted and we continued hiking the last 1 mile on pavement. By the end of the hike our feet and legs were aching for relief so we got in the cars and went to hardys for some dinner without shoes. Overall this was a fun trip although I probably would not do this again for a while.

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Ziplining

Going ziplining was really fun. We got to compare how well we did by watching as each person went by. During the zip, we would do things like put our feet above our heads and scream or try to do the moon walk in the air. Our instructor was great and after we landed( usually Mr. Mike on his butt, what he called a perfect landing,)we would scream walnuts so they knew we were off the hook. Before and after the zipping, we would hike, and we got to see a huge old coal mine.  All in all, it was a great trip.

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fundraisers in the community Turkey Fry

Order Your Turkey Now!

East Nashville Boy Scout Troop 3 is now taking orders for its ANNUAL TURKEY FRY!!     $45

* Cajun-spiced turkeys (pre-cooked weight 12-14 lbs.) are deep fried to perfection in peanut oil, and the boys clean up the mess!

* Pick up on Wednesday Nov. 21 from 1-4 pm at East End United Methodist Church, 1212 Holly St. (near 5 Points)

* Delivery available in East Nashville for $5.00. Free delivery for those wishing to donate a turkey to a local non-profit organization.

* Proceeds for this year’s event will go to support medical care for Larry Merin, a longtime  member and supporter of Troop 3 battling cancer.  Donations for the family are also being collected.

* Cash or check payments accepted.  Make checks payable to Troop 3. 

Place your order by Nov. 15 and enjoy a juicy, flavorful turkey without the hassle–and you’ll have plenty of time to focus on those fabulous sides and desserts!  Email turkey@nashvilletroop3.com or call 615-497-3706 to place your order!

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Eagle troop information

Eagle Scout!

Troop 3 is happy to announce our newest Eagle Scout!  Rhys Bowen-Tanton passed his Eagle Scout Board of Review with flying colors last night.  Many congratulations to Rhys & his family who worked hard to support him through this process.

For his Eagle Project, Rhys built the lovely prayer garden located in the park next to East End Church.  If you haven’t stopped by to see the finished project yet, please do.  It is a beautiful addition to the park and the community.
We will let everyone know as soon as the date & time of Rhys’ Eagle Court of Honor has been set!
Helen Koudelkova
Troop 3, Advancement Chair