It was agony!

We had a great meeting today, a little heavy on the crafts but we did learn how to generate electricity from windmills made out of office supplies. Yep, we aim to please.

Four announcements, real fast.

First, next Sunday is the Blue & Gold Banquet. The boys have worked hard on the decorations and we're looking forward to seeing everybody there. Everybody in Den Four has been asked to bring a salad with dressing. And don't forget the Dad & Lad cake bake.

Second, our next meeting is March 1 at the Anderson's house. Rael Francis is responsible for the snack, and Jack Wilson will be leading the flag ceremony. And don't forget to do your homework - each boy is doing a short report on the environmental contribution of a famous person. We drew names.

Avery has Gaylord Nelson
Alex has Dian Fossey
Christopher has J.J. Audobon
Cole has Jane Goodall
Grant has Teddy Roosevelt
Jack has Alvin, from Woods Hole (the only thing in the mix)
Rael has Jacques Cousteau
Carson has John Muir

Third, I am working with State Sen. Chip Rogers office to schedule a tour of the state capitol in early April. It will be a weekday after school trip. Stay tuned for the date.

And finally, I want to gauge interest from parents for a summer Den 4 camping trip. I was thinking Dahlonegha, where I believe there is an astronomy club that meets on Friday. Please let me know if we have enough interest.

By the way, for today's game we created an aquaduct, using several short pieces of PVC to transport water from pitcher to bucket. Leaks and spills simply meant the boys had to die in Agony. It was quite dramatic.

Have a good week and see you on Sunday!