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Show October 6, 2010 "pIMPAOGOaVriMES : 3 - - . V - fi -- tf " r7nrfl ... r777:::. : ' rgW(Mrt , "7zzzzz.ii:;: Participants From Wood Badge Course Complete Week Camp at Maple Dell away and Mel Olyer. Troop guides were Stuart Davey, Bryan Cryer, Bill Morris, Karen Arne-se- n, Mark Saunders and Brian Arnesen. Quartermasters were Michelle Cryer, Jeff Allred and Angie Walker. There were 30 participants including the next National Pres-ident of the Boy Scouts of Amer-ica, Wayne Perry, and his wife, Christine. The Perry's came all the way from Washington state to participate in the course. Most were from Utah County but in-cluded many from all over Utah and other Scout councils. Those interested in attend-ing a Wood Badge course for next year can contact the Utah National Parks Council of the BSA. Brent McAllister from Pleasant Grove will be a course director next year at Camp Maple Dell in Pay-so- n, Utah. That course will be open for registration as early as December 1, 2010. The course will begin on October 20 to 22 and continue again October 27 to 29. Wood Badge Course WE2-591-9-- completed the practi-cal portion of the course on Fri-day, October 1,2010. The course which is spon-sored by the Boy Scouts of America, provides leadership and team building training for participants wishing to improve their skills and abilities and leaving a legacy for those that follow. The course started on Thursday, September 23, and continued over a two weekend span for a total of six days of training. Participants had a marvel-ous time and learned skills that will help them in every fact of their lives. This years Wood Badge di-rector for course nine was Cliff Ross of Pleasant Grove , Utah . Staff members for the course were Director Cliff Ross and Senior Patrol Leader Dennis Gleason. Assistant Scoutmaster for Troop Guides was Thomas Whittle, ASM Programs was Calvin Walker, ASM Physical Facilities was Scott Rodgers. Scribes included Frank Hold-- HiEWi.iiiJii ima.uiwww.niiKUi WH..ii.mii.um m. mi n...w..jmjmaw i....i ' ' U Mm . "" i.iifi.tmm '? Mil . ... Vt h .... , ; 's ." " .'. i... v.. . ........ .......... .... .... ...... .: . J ..... n,. ,...r ... . u . . if l . ,i ..'n it Woorf Badge course WE2-591-9-- wrapped up its camp and the staff and participants celebrated two great weekends offun and learning. Photo courtesy of Calvin Walker Kyle David Jones Earns Eagle Award v cLX vjisv.'sy--- . JlL! The Eagle Scout Court of Honor held for Kyle David Jones on September 26 was attended by more than 100 of the Jones' family, friends, ward members and past and present Scout leaders. The celebration was bittersweet and honored not only the Scout, but his parents who had encouraged and mentored his achievements. Kyle's mother, Jean, passed away unexpectedly six days after his Eagle Board '; of Review where he was ad- - vanced to the rank of Eagle and her absence at this event was felt by all. Earning the Eagle, the highest advancement rank in Scouting, is an achievement that only about five percent of Boy Scouts attain. Of this small number, an estimated seven percent earn their Eagle at age 12 or 13. Kyle joined this elite group by achieving Eagle at the tender but accom plished age of 13. Having observed his fa-- i ther as Scoutmaster, Kyle entered Cub Scouts intent on earning every award, badge and advancement available. With the encouragement and help from his parents and Scout leaders, he achieved and exceeded his goal. His Scout-- ; master father had made Scout- - ing look fun and Kyle came on board with enthusiasm and direction. After earning the Arrow of Light, Kyle turned his focus to the Eagle. His first merit j badge was Scholarship that required a 400-wor- d essay on how he valued education. From there he began his quest to reach Eagle and to date has earned 72 merit badges and one palm. At this time Kyle also set his sights on attending the 100 year Jamboree that would be held two years later in 2010. He needed to earn $3,000 to attend and began selling pop-corn and concessions at BYU games and cleaning a ware-house on weekends. He even sold one of his hunting rifles to make up the difference. His Eagle project was labeling all the chairs and tables in his Stake which in-cluded three buildings and at-taching over 1 ,000 labels. After Kyle's mother's passing, neighbor Betsy Den-ne- y contacted the Scout of-fice and asked for the Eagle pins to be expedited. She understood the importance of the mother's pin and in a tear-fille- d, private ceremony, Kyle pinned his mother in her casket. At his Eagle court, he pinned his grandmother for being his mentor. Kyle admits that even though he is self--motivated, his parents have been a big factor in keeping him focused on his goal of Eagle and now plans to earn all 142 merit badges. Three weeks after his mother's passing, Kyle boarded a plane for Virginia and the Jamboree. While it was difficult to leave his fam-ily, the encouragement from loved ones gave him the cour-age to attend this once in a , lifetime adventure, a decision he will never regret. While life is ever a chal-lenge, Kyle has learned that his support system is firmly in tact and that whateer goal he sets, there will be many to help him achieve it. His Eagle is just the be-ginning. Melvyn J. Erickson Receives Silver Beaver Award at Banquet ' WJ , I 11- f i Melvyn J. Erickson was presented the highest award that a council may present to volunteers for their outstanding service to the youth and the Boy Scouting program. Mel is currently the Stake Scouting Coordinator. Most Scouting questions are directed to Mel because he provides ac-curate answers and insightful words of wisdom. Ashort time ago Mel earned a Bachelor's degree in Scouting Education from Brigham Young University and assisted the council as an unpaid intern at the Orem Scout Service Center. He is warm and genial. People want to be around Mel. His persistence and faith are in-spiring. Mel has a genuine desire to provide the best service he can whether he is the Scoutmaster or the District Chairman. He has been both. His face is famil-- . iar to people at Basic Training, Wood Badge, and merit badge pow wows. Melvyn J. Erickson Mel carries an ash pouch with ashes from well over 100 campfires, one from a camp-fir- e in England. He remembers having great times leading the Venturers in road rallies and the Varsity Scouts in High Adven-ture events. Cub Scout Pack 635 Completes Regatta Pack 635 held their raingutter Regatta on Sep-tember 23, with 10 Cub Scouts participating in the event. All won prizes for dif-ferent catagories like the "Most Creative," "Best Paint Job," etc. The Cub Scouts moved their boat by blowing air into their sails using only their mouths. ", - - ...I V . .. , - 4 ' IS " " i !' - , I I Pack 635 participated in the Cub Scouts Raingutter Regatta. Pictured I to r: Tyler Wright, Scott Sansida, Dane Parry, Colton Rasmussen, Devin Downs, JT Kelley, Jeremy Miller and Trace Best. Not pictured were Anthony and Oakley Ridge. "Bezzant" continued from page 2 involved and hold these public servants accountable. Graft and corruption know no political boundaries. It is simply the nature and disposition of all people to misuse power and money, unless they hold tightly to good principles. Meantime enjoy the clear cool water! "Utilities" continuedfrom page 1 ing because the bills are sent to property owners and they do not get to read the information sent out. One man said that it is the citizens civic duty to come to city council meetings and get the information for themselves. Council Member Boyd asked if the citizens would like another opportunity to discuss these items again and this would give the staff enough time to gather more information. Most said they would like to meet again. After meeting with the council, many people told the council members that they have a much better understanding of how these things must be done. Even council members indicat-ed that they were much more in-formed following this meeting. City Administrator Dar-ringt-even gave out his tele-phone numbers so that people can contact him with their ques tions. All of the city staff noted that they would be willing to answer people's questions, too. The council will allow citi-zens to ask more questions dur-ing the open session at the next city council meeting if they de-sire to do so. PG Business Alliance Changes Name to Chamber of Commerce, Holds "Entrepreneurial Corner" The Pleasant Grove Busi-ness Alliance has changed its name to the Pleasant Grove Chamber of Commerce. The chamber has the same great benefits, meetings and activi-ties, but just with a new, easily recognized name. Local business people and citizens can join the Pleasant Grove Chamber of Commerce each month for their Monthly Member Meeting. October's meeting will be on Friday, October 8, 2010, 12 p.m. in the Pleasant Grove Community Center. This month's meeting fea-tures Jeanette Bennett of Ben-nett Communications. She is the editor of Utah Valley Mag-azine and Utah Valley Busi ness Q. She will be presenting on "Leadership Traits from Utah County Business Lead-ers." All citizens and business members are invited to attend. The Pleasant Grove Chamber of Commerce is a member driven organization designed to assist local busi-nesses through networking, education and partnership with city officials. Learn the latest business trends and network with local business professionals. The meeting is free to at-tend. A $10 lunch is available for purchase but must be re-served. RSVP by calling or via email info pgbaut.com. Senior News Pleasant Grove Jacobs Senior Center - 242 W. 200 S., Pleasant Grove Activities Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Bingo Friday at 1 p.m. Movie Monday at 10:30 a.m. Exercise Class Friday at 10:30 a.m. Exercise Class MENU Wednesday, October 6 BeefTaco Thursday, October 7 Spaghetti Friday, October 8 Baked Ham Monday, October Closed Tuesday, October 12 Salisbury Steak Wednesday, September 13 Chicken Enchiladas Thursday, September 14 Macaroni and Cheese Friday, October 15 Country Fried Steak Lunch served promptly at noon. Call between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. to make appointments (801) 785-281- 8 Suggested $2 donation. Meals funded by Slate of Utah Dept. of Human Services, Mountainkmd Assc. of Gov., and Pleasant Grove City. Call the day before for reservations. 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