Well done scouts, we had a great conservation project at the historic Nehrling Gardens.  Note: this counts for Citizenship in the Nation merit badge see details below.  The contest for the biggest air potato was fun and we helped the gardens by clearing this invasive plant from the grounds.  Also, well done Philmont Hi Adventure Scouts: safely traveling to the Rockie Mountains to acclimate to the altitude before your backpacking at Philmont scout ranch!  

Many of our 2016 Eagle Scouts and their families attended the Council Banquet on Friday evening to celebrate their attainment of the rank of Eagle Scout.  In 2016 fourteen of our Scouts earned Eagle - our largest ever!  In the entire Council over 400 Scouts earned the rank of Eagle in 2016.  Additionally, our troop placed a full-page ad in the council program to recognize the achievement of these young men.  In Photo Albums see "Eagle Scouts at Council Banquet 2017" or visit the Facebook page "BSA Troop 225 - Gotha, FL" to see all of the pictures.   Pictured here: Zach A, Nico D and Jackson B.  Also in attendance: Easton B, Tony M, David M, Troy O, Zach T and Quentin W. Congratulatons, Scouts!  Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle

Among the many Scouting jobs that Mike Neff holds is that of a Sand Lake District Unit Commisioner.  Mr. Neff was recently recognzed at the SLD Recogniton Dinner and Council Banquet as the district's Commissioner of the Year.  Congratulations, Mr. Neff!!

You can get up to $750 in matching money for your Eagle Scout Service project from Dr. Phillips Charities!    You have to apply to the scout office.  use this link to learn more and to apply:  http://cflscouting.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Dr-Phillips-Eagle-Project-Matching-Grant.-udpated-08.2015.pdf   or use the Web site: cflscouting.org/sadvancement  and click on the link for “Dr. Phillips Eagle Service Project Grant Application”  or Email:  Advancement@cflscouting.org  or mail or in person at the Scout Office: 1951 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, FL 32703 

If you still need a BSA Swim test please contact Mr. Neff via email at troop225.mrneff@gmail.com.  Time slots available this coming week at the Camp Ithiel pool.   This test is required for all summer camps.   Q: Do I have to go fast?  A: no time limit, not stopping.   Q: Do I have to put my face in the water?  A: it is best but not required.   Q: Is the water cold?  A: no, refreshing.   Q: can I take the test again?  A: yes.   Q: Is it really a test?  A: think of it as an assessment of ability so that the leaders know how best to supervise the upcoming campout.  Do your best.   Q: what exactly do I have to do?