U.S. Army Capt. Daniel Whitten, who died in Afghanistan on Tuesday, February 2, was a member of Boy Scout Troop 44 from 1992 – 1997. Daniel was also a member of Pack 244 prior to joining the Troop and received his Arrow of Light award in February, 1992, under the leadership of Gary Beardsley. Daniel was very active in the Troop and earned his Life rank in 1995. His interest in the Army began early and he joined the Army Junior ROTC unit at Hoover High School.

Dates for the adult leader training are posted on the calendar on this web site and at www.bsa-ia.org. April 8, April 10 and the weekend of April 16-18 are the dates for the spring course, 2010. Pre-registration is required. You must attend all these sessions plus take the online courses This is Scouting, Boy Scout Leader Fast Start and Youth Protection. All adults participating in camping events, summer camp and the Washington trip in 2010 need to take part in this training.

The next Court of Honor will be held on February 25, 7:00 PM, at St. Paul. Scouts wishing to be recognized for merit badge or rank requirements need to have those completed and turned in no later than February 18. There are a number of Scouts who need to complete merit badge work from last summer camp. Incomplete merit badges are listed on the Blue Card Sign Out on this web site under 'Files' 'Advancement.

Mid-America Council based in Omaha has put together an interesting exhibit on the history of Scouting. Check out the attached flier for details.

Dick has reconciled the greenery accounts and all Scouts received an email regarding the deposit made to your Scout account. Please see Craig if you

Troop 44 and Pack 244 Friends of Scouting is an organization whose mission is to provide financial support to these two units. The non-profit organization is not a part of either the Troop or Pack, but operates with an Executive Board and a Board of Directors, who meet quarterly.