As a reminder, any scout that is First Class or higher and wants a leadership position MUST attend ILST. And, for any scout who is Second Class and soon to reach First Class, they are welcome to attend as well. ILST is a training course designed to give youth leaders in Troop 875 the tools, organization, and confidence they need to succeed in their roles. This training is essential for any scout aspiring to a position of responsibility within the Troop. This training is mandatory every year, even if you've taken it before. If you are First Class or higher, holding a position of responsibility is required for rank advancement. If you're interested in becoming a Patrol Leader, Troop Guide, Den Chief, Instructor, Quartermaster, Historian, or any other leadership role, you must attend this training.
Meet at SHUMC @ 8am Saturday for trailer packing. All meals, lunch, dinner, and breakfast will be prepared on site. Remember to bring your mess kit, water bottle AND permission slip. Agenda for ILST is attached.

Troop 875’s 2nd Sea Base crew has returned from the Coral Reef Sailing adventure at Florida Sea Base. Enzo, Ezra, Jack F, Michael, Owen, ASM Nate Greiner and Dan Rappoport spent an unforgettable week aboard a sailing vessel over 40 feet long, navigating the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. They enjoyed sailing & navigation, snorkeling & coral reef ecology, fishing & exploration and life aboard a tall ship. Ask them about their exciting adventure!

Great news—the NEW Troop 875 Class B t-shirts have arrived!They will be available for purchase at Monday troop meetings. Thanks to a bulk order discount, we're able to pass the savings on to you: shirts are just $15 each, cash or check. Look for them on display in the lobby.

Get ready to kick off the scouting year with an unforgettable weekend. Our first campout will be at Camp Highroads, and it promises to be packed with adventure. The weekend features a Team Challenge Course and a thrilling High Ropes Course—an experience you will remember forever. High Ropes Highlights:

• Three Levels of Challenges: Test your skills at heights of 20, 35, and 45 feet.
• Four Bridges Per Level: Participants must conquer four distinct obstacles on each level before moving to the next.
• Epic Features: Includes an 800-foot zip line, a giant swing, a pamper pole, and a "vertical playpen."

Stay tuned for more details as the campout date approaches.

We need your leadership! Pack 855 is hosting their Join Scouting Night and needs older Scouts to help run stations, mentor new families, and show recruits what Scouting is all about.
Event Details

• Date: Tuesday, September 1st
• Time: 6:00 PM (Set up) | 6:30 PM–7:45 PM (Stations & Clean up)

Where We Need Help
Station Leaders & Helpers: Rocket launches, fire building pie-tin challenges, s'mores & Dutch oven popcorn, target fishing casting, first aid/stretcher carries, setting up tents, and more.
Sign up here to help with Pack 855 Join Scouting Night
This is a great opportunity to earn service hours, demonstrate leadership, and recruit the next generation of Scouts into our program.

A quick reminder to bring your handbooks to troop meetings. There is often time to work on rank requirements, so you need your book to record your achievements. At meetings, scouts are shown and taught an advancement skill. Scouts can practice on their own with the help of their handbook and other scouts. At a later meeting, scouts can demonstrate the skill to a leader, who will sign it off in their handbook.