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April 28, 2026 Edition
April 28, 2026 Edition
Troop Meetings: 2nd + 4th Fridays
Patrol Leader's Council / Board of Review: 3rd Saturdays
Announcements online: https://www.troop1657.org/this_week
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Discipleship Moment | S.E.E.K. H.I.M.
E - Evangelism | Matthew 28:19
"Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit"
Because it is God’s desire that no one should perish, we are equipped to share the love of Christ wherever and whenever, with anyone, out of gratitude for God sparing us from eternal damnation.
IN THIS ISSUE
May 2 | Alpha Merit Badge University | MERIT BADGES' transportation available
May 8-10 | NCAC Spring Camporee - CAMPING
Summer Camp 2026 <-- Camperships now available!
FBCG Youth Retreat | May 1 - 3, 2026
TRAINING | Safeguarding Youth Training <-- REQUIRED for all adults
Climboree | Registration opens April 25
NCAC Spring Camporee | May 8 - 10
CAMPING | MD Orienteering Day | Oct. 24, 2026
Troop Meeting
Friday, May 08 @ 7:00pm
Friday, May 08 @ 7:00pm
FBCG Worship Center, Rm 2007-2008
Remember, Class A uniform for this meeting. Contact your Patrol Leader for additional meetings and/or activities.
PLC / BOR
PLC / BOR
Saturday, May 16 @ 10:00am
FBCG Worship Center, Rm 2105-2106
PLC | Submit to Patrol Report the SPL, Devin Murray: drmurray1011@gmail.com; cc: boyscouts@fbcglenarden.org
Names of all Patrol leadership, including phone number/email
Patrol calendar through June 2026
Monthly Patrol Report should be submitted at the end of each month
PLC should be attended by 1 - 2 representatives each month
BOR | The next BOR is April 18. Deadline to sign up is May 10.
FBCGI Financial Aid
FBCGI Financial Aid
Deadline: April 30
The Financial Assistance Program offers need-based aid to help students achieve their educational goals. FBCGI members who are: college-bound high school seniors, full-time undergraduate students, or enrolled in or planning to enroll full-time in vocational, trade, or technical school are encouraged to apply.
DEADLINE: April 30, 2026
For more information: Financial Assistance — First Baptist Church of Glenarden
Fingerprinting
Thu, Apr 23, 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Mon, May 4, 12:30 - 6:30pm
Mon, May 11, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Mon, May 18, 5:30 - 7:30pm
FBCG Ministry Center
There is an additional fingerprinting session for THIS Thursday, April 23, from 4:30–6:30 PM at the Ministry Center. This session is being offered specifically to accommodate individuals who have not yet been fingerprinted and are interested in volunteering for the Youth Retreat May 1–3.
In order to volunteer with the children and youth of First Baptist Church of Glenarden, you must successfully complete the required online background check form. The online background check form: https://www.ministryopportunities.org/opportunity/26893
Then, register for fingerprinting. Registration is required to get printed. We do not accept walk-ins. After you have registered for your time slot, you will receive a follow up email with a form to complete. Please make sure to check your email for any additional updates.
NOTE: If you were fingerprinted by FBCG within the past seven years, you do NOT need to complete fingerprinting again.
Fingerprinting
Thu, Apr 23, 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Mon, May 4, 12:30 - 6:30pm
Mon, May 11, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Mon, May 18, 5:30 - 7:30pm
FBCG Ministry Center
There is an additional fingerprinting session for THIS Thursday, April 23, from 4:30–6:30 PM at the Ministry Center. This session is being offered specifically to accommodate individuals who have not yet been fingerprinted and are interested in volunteering for the Youth Retreat May 1–3.
In order to volunteer with the children and youth of First Baptist Church of Glenarden, you must successfully complete the required online background check form. The online background check form: https://www.ministryopportunities.org/opportunity/26893
Then, register for fingerprinting. Registration is required to get printed. We do not accept walk-ins. After you have registered for your time slot, you will receive a follow up email with a form to complete. Please make sure to check your email for any additional updates.
NOTE: If you were fingerprinted by FBCG within the past seven years, you do NOT need to complete fingerprinting again.
REGISTER HERE:
Alpha Merit Badge University
Alpha Merit Badge University
A Partnership of Achievement
May 2, 2026
9:00am - 4:00pm
Morgan State University
>>NEW COMBINED COURSE OFFERINGS AVAIALBLE<<
American Business + Entrepreneurship
Automotive Maintenance + Traffic Safety
Communication + Public Speaking
Dog Care + Pet Care
Health Care Profession + Public Health
Personal Management + Salesmanship
Programming + Digital Technology
Safety + Fire Safety
Over 40 merit badges will be offered, 8 of which are Eagle required. There will be 2 session - morning and afternoon - at a cost of $19 per session. Lunch will be provided for anyone who signs up for BOTH sessions. Ample free parking available.
Advancement Chair: Rose Harris, roseh.t1657@gmail.com
For additional questions or concerns, contact: Dr, Dwayne Ham, dwaynehamsr@gmail.com
FBCG Youth Retreat
FBCG Youth Retreat
May 1 - 3, 2026
Calling all middle school and high schoolers! This offsite retreat will focus on The Fruits of the Spirit and what it means to live God’s way so that His fruit is on display in our lives.
Registration is open: https://fbcgyouth.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2991401
NCAC Spring Camporee
NCAC Spring Camporee
May 8 - 10, 2026
May 8 - 10, 2026
American Legion Youth Camp
9201 Surratts Rd, Cheltenham, MD
Theme: Scout Olympics
Join fellow Scouts and Scouters for a fun filled weekend of camping. Events will test:
Speed
Accuracy
Scouting Knowledge
Ages: This event is open to Scouts and Crew. Arrow of Light Scouts may attend with a host troop.
Cost: $35 + food (TBD)
Safeguarding Youth training is required for all Scouting America registered volunteers and is a joining requirement.
Safeguarding Youth training must be taken every year. If a volunteer’s Safeguarding Youth training is not current at the time of annual registration renewal, the volunteer will not be re-registered.
Scouting America takes great pride in the quality of our adult leadership. Being a leader in Scouting America is a privilege, not a right. The quality of the program and the safety of our youth members call for high-quality adult leaders.
Youth Protection Training (YPT) has been replaced by the new Safeguarding Youth Training. This training is required for all Scouting America registered volunteers and is a joining requirement.
https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/
Safeguarding Youth Training
Requirement for All Parents
Safeguarding Youth Training
Requirement for All Parents
True youth protection takes all of us. At Troop 1657, we’re proud that 100% of our Adult Leaders have completed Scouting America’s Safeguarding Youth Training (formerly known as Youth Protection Training or YPT). This training ensures every leader is prepared to keep our Scouts safe.
We invite all families to join us in this commitment. All parents are required to complete the training. You don’t have to be a registered member to take the training—just visit My.Scouting.org to create an account.
Complete the Safeguarding Youth Training.
Wait for your certificate to generate after completion.
Print your certificate.
Bring the printed certificate to the next meeting.
Your participation helps ensure a safe and supportive environment for all of our youth. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important requirement!
Together, we can build a culture of awareness and safety for every Scout.
NCAC Climboree 2026
NCAC Climboree 2026
October 9 - 12, 2026
Camp Mountaineer
Join us in October 2026 for two full days of climbing, high ropes challenges, range & target activities, and Dutch oven cooking!
REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 25
The National Capital Area Council and Mountaineer Area Council will host Climboree 2026 at Camp Mountaineer near Morgantown, WV on the long holiday weekend from October 9 to October 12, 2026.
Climbing on natural rock
60-foot climbing tower
Bouldering on gritstone walls
Guided challenge course sessions
Big Zip quarter-mile zipline
Rifle, shotgun, and archery ranges
All-day, hands-on Dutch oven cooking class
$30 per participant for a weekend of tent camping and adventure. We will not provide meals. Registration opens Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m. See our Activity Catalog, Event Guide, and Flyer for details. Contact NCAC.Climboree@gmail.com with questions.
We hope to see you there!
50th Annual Maryland Scout Orienteering Day
50th Annual Maryland Scout Orienteering Day
Sat, Oct. 24, 2026
Broad Creek's Camp Saffran
COST: $6
New this year:
First time ever based at Broad Creek's Camp Saffran; tent camping on site.
Two brand new color orienteering maps for everyone, both morning & for the fun afternoon "Score Orienteering."
About 2/3 of our ~50 troops each year (from MD, VA., DC, DE, PA, & NJ) decide to camp Fri. and/or Sat. at $2.50 per person. Units coming just for the day is also fine.
As always, we'll start with self-guided instruction plus activities and competitive events for orienteering beginners on easy-to-use maps and special courses for older orienteering "veterans."
More info on the attached, and at our registration page: BaltimoreScouting.org/orienteering.
Troop 1657 Merit Badge Counselors Needed
If you have EVER served as a Merit Badge Counselor with Troop 1657 and would like to renew your affiliation, we’d love to have you continue supporting our Scouts!
Please take a moment to complete a new Adult Application and Merit Badge Counselor (MBC) Form as soon as possible. Be sure to update any badges you’d like to offer directly on the MBC form.
Once completed, please email a copy to boyscouts@fbcglenarden.com so we can track and assist with your submission.
Cost: $25
Thank you in advance for your continued dedication and commitment to Troop 1657—we truly appreciate all you do!
Summer Scout Camp | 06.21 - 06.27.2026
Summer Scout Camp | 06.21 - 06.27.2026
Who: Troop 1657
What: Summer Camp 2025 will be returning to The Summit!!!
Where: Glen Jean, West Virginia
Cost: $460
When: June 21 - 27, 2026
Camping scholarships are now avaialable!
Informational Webinars to help you prepare for a great visit to the Summit:
Webinar #1: Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 7:00 pm
Webinar #2: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 7:00 pm (Zoom information will be shared later)
Webinar #3: Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 7:00 pm (Zoom information will be shared later
Download PDF of webinar: https://www.summitbsa.org/scout-camp/webinars/
Merit badge and program is scheduled to open on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 7:15 pm. More information to come.
Payment Plan:
November. $92 December. $92 January. $92
February. $92 March. $92
Use the Troop Request Form:
Choose “Registering your Scout for an Activity or Event.” (PUT YOUR SCOUT'S NAME HERE)
Select “Camp” and "Summit 2026"
Pay via PayPal. Include your receipt number on the form.
Eventually, you will need Med Forms A, B, & C.
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