Battalion 3273

Shape N Race schedule

2012-02-03T21:22:00.003-08:00

Hi Guys,

Just a reminder of the schedule for the building of our race cars
Feb 2 - start design (form can be found here)
Feb 9 & 16 - basic construction and start of detail work on the vehicle
Feb 23 - sanding and detail work
Mar 1 - sanding and painting
Mar 8 - testing and tweaking
Mar 10 - RACE DAY!!!

Be sure to work on your design at home.

Lt. Garth

Shape N Race is coming!!!

2012-01-31T20:22:00.002-08:00

Hi Guys,

The BC 1000 Shape N Race is happening this year on Saturday March 10. This means it is time to start designing and building our race cars. We want to take the All-Comers speed and design trophies this year. We have placed well in the past but this year we need to go for gold!

This Thursday February 2nd we'll start working on the design of our cars and take a look at what is needed to have the fastest car on the track.

Also be sure to make sure you have the Construction Activity patch verse memorized.

See you Thursday.

Lt. Garth

GREY CUP Party

2011-11-24T18:11:00.003-08:00

Hi Guys,

Yes it's that time of year again. Grey Cup!

The party will be happening at Lt. Clarence's place. An email went out to most of you with the info but here it is again.

Arrival time: 3:00pm. Kickoff: 3:30pm

While watching keep an eye out for Lt. Rodger and Lt. Garth as they will be at the game.

Enjoy!

Lt. Garth

October-November update

2011-10-24T20:59:00.002-07:00

Start of Battalion BBQ

2011-09-09T22:57:00.002-07:00

Hi Everyone,

This Thursday, September 15, will be our 'start of the year' BBQ. We have this at the Blue Mountain Park picnic shelter. We'll eat and play games and talk about what we would like to do during the year. Be at the church by 6:45 or the picnic shelter at 7pm.

Lt. Garth

CONTEST!!!!!!!!!

We would like to know what you want as a theme verse for Battalion this year. Write down a verse (with reference and your name) that your think would be good as a theme verse and hand it to Lt. Garth. All verses must be received by September 22. A theme verse will be picked. Each verse will get you 10 points towards your squad points with the winning verse getting an additional 50 points. Each brigadier may submit up to 3 verses. In the event that more than one boy submits the same winning verse the points awarded will be at the discretion of the leaders.

Eagle Mountain Camp July 22 - 25!!!

2011-07-19T19:58:00.003-07:00

Battalion Summer Camp
Friday to Monday
July 22 to 25, 2011

Eagle Mountain, Coquitlam

Battalion is going camping in the local hills to accomplish two goals: to test our Air-Soft skills and to build a Chapel. We've been camping on Eagle Mountain for years. We have several campsites along Noons Creek and will be staying at our Upper Falls Camp. The area is very interesting: it's within an easy walk of a logging camp that has long since been lost to the forest; there are numerous moss-covered corduroy-roads; and logging equipment that turns up in surprising places. The Port Moody Museum has asked us to look for evidence of the logging railroad that used to chug up the mountain. There's a swimming hole in the creek, and lots of firewood to keep us busy.

We leave from the church on Friday afternoon (2:00pm sharp) and return on Monday just after lunch to the church.

We will have FRS Walkie-Talkies and cell phones for emergency purposes. We'll take all our food up with us. We will be sleeping in a large lean-to. And, we have to carry all our gear, including the Air-Soft equipment. We've got to brig down a widow-maker and then rebuild the lean-to. We'll be building benches and tables at the camp and then erecting a cross and some benches at the Chapel. This is our big project - an area set apart for the Lord and for our own needs to be close to Him. There will be lots to keep us busy. This is going to be an excellent camp.

The cost is $30 for 4 days, 3 nights, 8 meals, snacks, and Air-Soft supplies.

Contact Capt. Howard by email or phone if you're going.

Here's a checklist for gear: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0B4W0q5f9r9JXY2E5MzBiMGUtODM1Mi00ZTM5LTk1YmItZGZmMGMyMmNiMzVl&hl=en_US

Thursday June 16

2011-06-15T15:32:00.002-07:00

Hi Guys,

What's happening on Thursday this week? Well, it depends on the weather.

If we've got good weather the plan is to go canoeing on Como Lake. Be at the church about 6:45pm and we'll head for the lake right at 7:00. If you get to the church and we're not there and it is after 7pm then we'll meet up with you at Como Lake. Don't worry about missing us at the lake as it isn't that big of a lake.

If the weather is not so good (i.e. raining) then the plan is to do some board type games with snacks in the basement.

See you then,

Lt. Garth

Airsoft on Thursday the 9th

2011-06-08T10:41:00.002-07:00

Hi guys,

This Thursday the plan is to do some AirSoft. If you have AirSoft gear please bring it if you can. We will have some gear that Battalion has but it is good if you can bring your own if possible.

See you on Thursday 7pm at the church.

Lt. Garth

Year End BBQ - Captain's email

2011-06-01T20:14:00.001-07:00

Guys,

Battalion's year end BBQ is set for this Thursday, June 2, 2011.

Rain or shine.

We'll meet at the church at 6pm, and leave about five minutes later... 6:05pm, so that we can arrive at Belcarra Park around 6:30pm. We can provide rides for all the guys who are at the church in time, but if you're going to be late, you can be dropped off at the park and we can give you a drive back to the church around 9:00pm. If the weather is good, we can be as late as 9:20, even 9:30pm.

It's the usual menu - burgers, dogs, pop and ice cream. And, it's no-charge. If the weather is good, we'll have the canoes and we'll putter around the inlet. If you've got your Federal Waters Fishing Licence (it's free, if you've under 16, but you still have to have it), and you bring your crabbing gear, you can go crabbing.

We look forward to seeing all our Thursday and Friday night guys there. We're going to have a great time.

God bless.
- Captain

End of Year BBQ

2011-05-31T20:47:00.002-07:00

Hi Guys,

Just a note that this Thursday, June 2nd is our end of the year BBQ. We will need to meet at the church at 6:00pm and then we will be heading to Belcarra park for food and fun. We'll be leaving the park about 8:45-9:00pm (that's when the park closes) and being back at the church about 20-30 mins after that.

Hope to see you there,

Lt. Garth

Summer Time coming

2011-05-24T10:30:00.002-07:00

Hi Guys,

Just a reminder that summer time is basically here. That means we're having a much more relaxed (if that's possible) time with Battalion. This is a great time to invite friends out for when we're playing football, disc golf, or whatever (depending on weather of course).

Tough Guys was a lot of fun even with the rain.

See you Thursday,

Lt. Garth

Tough Guys is coming!

2011-04-30T09:06:00.003-07:00

Hi Guys,

The 2011 Tough Guys weekend is coming soon. May 13-15. This is our annual Father/Son weekend which means that if you are a son or a father you qualify to come. You don't actually need to bring your father/son along to come but it would be great if you do. Uncles and nephews are eligible to be brought.

Below are links to a printable version of the poster and the registration form brochure. Fill out the registration form and hand it in at church on Sundays or Battalion on Thursdays.

Lt. Jim will be needing help with the obstacle course this year so please let him know if you're able to help.

Lt. Garth

Printable Poster

Registration Brochure

Thursday was Bed Of Nails!

2011-04-02T20:16:00.004-07:00

Yes, on Thursday March 31, 2011 we brought out Battalion 3273's very own Bed Of Nails and took turns enjoying the Points-a-pedic mattress. Here are some pics. (Attention Moms - the Laws of Physics make this safe.)

It was great fun. See you next Thursday.

Just a reminder about the hike up Eagle Mountain on Saturday April 16.

Lt. Garth

JR LaRose event summary

2011-03-26T14:28:00.002-07:00

Last night's event with BC Lion JR LaRose was fantastic.

Those of us who were able to go met at the church and left at 6:20pm. We drove to New Life Baptist Church in Vancouver and got there about 10 mins before the event started. There were about 60-70 people there. We sang some songs and then the pastor at New Life invited JR to come and speak. He talked about growing up in a very poor part of town with no positive outlook on life. How his family was split up his whole life. His father was from Nigeria and his mother is aboriginal. He talked about struggling through life and meeting Jesus. He also talked about struggling in life when you try to live both as a christian and as a non-believer and how that doesn't work. At the end there was an invitation for those who wanted to know Jesus to meet Him.

For those of you who weren't able to make you missed out on a great event. And the pizza afterwards wasn't bad either.

Lt. Garth

Special Event Alert

2011-03-22T16:24:00.003-07:00

Hi Guys,

Just a note that on Friday March 25 we have the opportunity to attend a special event in Vancouver. We'll meet at the church and leave at 6:20pm. The event starts at 7:00pm. You don't want to miss this.

J.R. LaRose plays with the BC Lions and he will be talking about his story.

Check out the poster here. Check out his football bio here.

Lt. Garth

Winter Camp A Success

2011-03-22T16:23:00.002-07:00

Hey guys! Winter camp was great fun. The weather was fantastic. We'll have video and pictures on the blog soon so you can share them with your family and friends. See you Thursday.

Lt. Garth

Manning Park Winter Camp Forms and Stuff

2011-03-15T13:52:00.004-07:00

To everyone involved with Brigade Unit 3273 - Calvary Baptist Church, Coquitlam:
Battalion 3273
Manning Park Winter Camp
March 18 (6pm) to March 20 (4pm - 5pm), 2011

The Manning Winter Camp is almost here, so we wanted to ensure everyone had the proper paperwork. Space is limited, but we have room for anyone connected to the Battalion efforts on Thursday or Friday evening.
The cost is $43 per person - everyone pays, including leaders. Skiing, Snow Boarding and Tubing cost extra (see the fee schedule, below).

Tubing: $7, youth; $8, adult for 1/2 Day Note: No ski boots allowed while sliding on the tubes.
Skiing: (Noon until 4pm)
Junior (7-12) $20
Youth (13-17) $27
Adult (18-64) $35

To do these activities, we will finish Breakfast on Saturday as soon as possible. Head to the hill at 11:00am, immediately have lunch and then be ready for the "PM" Skiing and Tubing by noon.

We leave Friday Night around 6pm from the church and get back around 4pm on Sunday.

Attached is the critical info for the Manning Park Winter Camp this weekend. The young men (under 19) will need the "Consent Forms" filled out and given to me (Howard) prior to leaving from the back of the church on Friday.
Also attached is the "Winter Camping Checklist".

This is always a great event so please be praying for safety and opportunities for our guys to connect with the Lord.

That's all for now. If you have any question, please contact me by email or by phone.

Capt. Howard

Winter Camp checklist

Consent Form

Winter Camp is Coming

2011-03-11T18:57:00.004-08:00

Hi Guys,

The 'We're Crazy But We Don't Care Winter Camp' is happening Friday March 18 to Sunday March 20 at Manning Park's Lone Duck Campground. Captain Howard will be sending out the equipment list very soon. As soon as he sends it out it will be posted on the blog. A big thing to remember is that this is a vehicle based camp so you won't be as restricted in what you can bring compared to a hiking camp.

Just a reminder that we have a hike coming up in April and that the 'Tough Guys Father Son Camp' is happening in May. See the previous post for the dates.

Lt. Garth

March Update

2011-02-28T19:42:00.004-08:00

Click on the update to view it in a larger image.

Possible Event

2011-02-28T10:04:00.003-08:00

Hi Guys,

Just a note that if you have any interest in outdoors stuff the BC Sportsmen's Show is happening March 4, 5 & 6 at the Tradex in Abbotsford. This is a well produced annual event. It is only $8 if you are 16 or younger. 17 and older is $12.

Lt. Garth

50th Anniversary Celebration

2011-02-16T19:12:00.003-08:00

Hi Guys,

Yes, our CSB Battalion is 50 years old. Just think we are on our third generation of boys going through a Christian Service Brigade program. Our big celebration is happening on Saturday and will feature a number of special guests. This is something to get your parent(s) and/or guardian(s) to come to. Call Captain Howard to get involved.

Lt. Garth

Special Event on February 3!!!

2011-01-27T17:44:00.004-08:00

Hi Guys,

Just a note about a special event happening on Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Russell Stendal is coming to Calvary Baptist! Who is Russell Stendal?

We looked at his life (so far) at our Battalion Noncom Conference last February. Here'swhat we learned:

RussellStendal grew up as a missionary kid in Columbia amongst the Kogi Indians. On August 14th 1983 he was taken hostage by a band of FARC rebels in the town of Canyo Jabon. He was held for 142 days and released only after his brother paid a $55,000 ransom. This incredible story is in his book Rescue the Captors. During the ordeal he learned that his captors where actually in greater bondage than he was. They were forced to stay with the rebel groups on fear of death or the death of their family, but more than that, they were subject to the guilt and fear caused by their sin. After his release Russell dedicated his life to reaching the men and women on all sides of the conflict with the only message of hope that could free them; the message of forgiveness and peace that comes from accepting Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord.

Today, Russ is reaching out to the Lost in Columbia, to the terrorists and the Army and everyone in between. He has built and staffed radio stations to spread the Gospel in two formats, easy-listening Gospel radio and Bible based learning radio. He's formed a partnership with Galcom and drops their solar powered, pre-tuned radios from his plane as he flies over remote areas which are otherwise closed to the Gospel. He's taking Bibles to places few people would dare to go. And, he loves it - he is serving God.

At 6:30 that evening Russ will be meeting with our Battalion (location TBA) for a few minutes and then at 7:00 Russ will be meeting everyone who can come for a evening of stories and ministry.

Bring your friends and parents. You don't want to miss this.

Lt. Garth

Christmas Party

2010-12-15T22:09:00.001-08:00

The Battalion Christmas Party is this Friday Night, December 17-18 at the church.

We start at 6pm and go until 10am the next morning. The guys are expected to get some sleep, but activities will include dinner (bring $10 for pizza, chicken or chinese - your choice - AND a 2 litre beverage), Board Games (bring your favorites), $5 gift exchange (bring a $5 gift and swap it for another), 2 on 2 Ball Hockey, and good Action Movies.

-Captain

GREY CUP PARTY details!

2010-11-26T18:50:00.004-08:00

The Battalion Grey Cup Party is taking place at "The Canoe Club" in Port Moody. It's part of Clarence C.'s Strata Complex, so it's basically across from his condo.

Here's what it looks like:

(The driving directions can be gotten from a Captain Howard or another leader.)

Details: We meet at the church (side parking lot), leaving from there at 2:15pm, or you can be dropped off at the Canoe Club at 2:30pm, or later. We expect the game to end around 6:30 to 7:00pm. Rides can be given or arranged as needed.

Each guy should bring a 2 liters beverage of their choosing, and a bag of whatever snack he wants to munch on. There will be big hotdogs there and some other good food.

Clarence suggests that we bring our ball hockey sticks and a ball or two and enjoy some half-time and post-game (perhaps) physical activity.

If you have any questions or comments, please let me know.

Thanks, see you there.

Captain Howard Pike

More GREY CUP PARTY!

2010-11-25T21:36:00.003-08:00

Hi Guys,

The Grey Cup Party will be happening at the complex where Captain Clarence lives. The arrival time is to be from 2:30 to 3:00pm. If you need a ride please let a leader know.

GREY CUP PARTY!

2010-11-24T22:40:00.002-08:00

Just a reminder that details will be given out on Thursday November 25 about the Grey Cup party happening on Sunday November 28. We will be working out who is bringing what in terms of food and drink as well as the details of where we will be meeting and where it is happening.

Battalion 3273 is going CAMPING!

2010-10-21T21:33:00.002-07:00

Here's the email that Captain Howard sent on October 19

Saturday, October 23th, to Sunday, October 24th, 2010.

We're going to the Squamish River Forestry Site ( 49°54'55.16"N 123°17'39.49"W), near the bridge.

Rodger and I checked it out Monday and it's better than ever - picnic tables, firepits, and two pit toilets; all quite new. Oh, and no fees.

We leave Saturday morning at 8am - arrive at the church by 7:45. Eat breakfast before you arrive.

We return to the church between 3 and 4pm Sunday afternoon, after buying lunch at the Squamish McDonald's.

Cost: $15 (includes gas) plus money for McDonald's on Saturday.

Bring the usual wet and cold camping gear - If you need the list please contact Captain Howard. Be prepared for rain and cold nights. We'll have tarps, tents and a big fire so we'll be quite comfortable.

And bring your fishing rod (and licence if you're over 15 years old).

We'll be fishing, building fires, eating, and having good fun.

If you haven't already filled out the Battalion Registration Form/Permission Form, you'll need to do this before you go.

Any questions please call Captain Howard

Canoe Trailer Rebuild

2010-07-18T21:30:00.003-07:00

Hi Guys,

It has come to the time that we need to rebuild part of the canoe trailer if we want to keep having it. Starting this Thursday, July 22 the plan is to remove the canoes, and gear, remove the wheels and maybe get the mounting bolts, brackets, etc. We will then need to remove the old axle and splash guards. Mount the new axle and its wheels and rewire the lights. If we can't get it all done on the Thursday we'll work on it Friday evening and Saturday daytime. We'll have a more detailed idea on Thursday, July 22 after we've started.

This is going to be a fun time. We're basically going to be able take the trailer apart and rebuild it. This is our Battalion's trailer and we're going to be able to make it better.

Also there are some bikes that are being given to us that we can fix up and do stuff with. A thought is to give them to Chilliwack Lake Camp, whose facilities we get to use for Brigade Camp BC, for campers to use (including us when we go there).

Please note that if the weather isn't suitable for working outside we'll be playing games inside the church building.

See you Thursday.

Lt. Garth

Thursday, July 15

2010-07-14T21:13:00.001-07:00

Hi Guys,

Just a note that we will be canoeing this Thursday. Please be at the church early so we can leave right on time. The plan is to go canoeing on Sasamat Lake accessed from White Pine Beach area.

Lt. Garth

Summer Time

2010-07-06T18:42:00.002-07:00

Hi guys,

It's now summer and that means no lineups, no uniforms, no formal meetings. Instead we're meeting every Thursday as usual at the church and doing all kinds of fun stuff. We want to know what you would like to do. Let us as leaders know. We can't read your mind.

Lt. Garth

message from Captain Howard

2010-04-09T08:24:00.002-07:00

Hello everyone - Battalion leaders, boys and families:

Yesterday was absolutely the worst day I've had since coming down with this silly heart condition. It was even worse than the day I went to the hospital (for a week's stay). There was stuff to be done for the "Building Men" men's conference, and I needed the Battalion's help to get it done. After stuffing 125 Info Bags for me in less than 10 minutes, the guys put me in a circle and prayed over me. As the prayers were ending, I felt a burden being lifted from me - I was feeling better. By the time I got home, it was much better, and I had my first great sleep in days - only six hours, but no discomfort. I feel great, and it's all because the Lord responded to the prayers of His People, young though they are. God wants our prayers, and He wants to respond to them, but for whatever reason, He wants us to do the praying. It was wonderful to see His response to yesterday's prayers, so immediate, so complete. Thank you all.

Now, about this men's conference... guys, dads, husbands, this is really something worth taking in, even if it's just for Friday night or Saturday morning. I've been closely involved with all of it -from conception to planning to putting it together - I know this is going to be different from any other men's conference that I've ever been to. If you know me, you know that I'm very much about us being "men of action". It's all very good to be good, godly men, but that is only what we should be like - we must desire and work towards a Christ-like character. But, it's a life-long process and some of us may never arrive, at least not in this life. God has a "calling" for every Christian; a job that is uniquely designed for each of us to perform for the sake of His Kingdom. He calls us to that work - to that action - as soon as we believe, and for some, if not all, long before we ever become Believers in Jesus Christ. His calling is always according to our abilities, but focused on our potential, thus forcing us to lean on Him. We become men, or women, of action while we are still working on improving our Christian character. In fact, it is often through our calling that we feel the desire to clean up our act. This men's conference is about seeking His Calling, and about cleaning up our acts.

It is a conference designed for men, and as far as we're concerned (and that includes Dr Chuck Stecker), manhood begins at 13 years old, so our Battalion boys are invited. This is going to be a challenging event. I'd like to see you - you men and teens - there.

God bless you as He has blessed me. Thank you for your prayers.

Bright and Keen for Christ, guys.

- Howard

Shape N Race Testing

2010-03-13T12:18:00.003-08:00

Hi Guys,

Just a reminder to get your cars all finished up. The plan for Thursday is to get the axles and wheels on and do some testing on our track. Then on Saturday March 20 it is time to race everyone else in BC. Check out the CSB BC webpage for info on where and when.

It was great seeing Captain Howard at Battalion after he had been in the hospital for a week. Remember to keep him in your prayers.

Lt. Garth

Shape N Race is coming!!!

2010-03-09T21:06:00.002-08:00

Hi Guys,

Just a reminder that Shape N Race is coming up on Saturday March 20. For more information check out CSB British Columbia's new website at www.csbbc.org. If you go to the events page you will see stuff about Shape N Race. Also tell your parent(s) about Chuck Stecker coming. Dads may have an interest in it.

This Thursday the plan is to finish your cars with the last bit of sanding and painting. Don't forget them at home.

Lt. Garth

Shape & Race

2010-02-20T21:33:00.002-08:00

Hi Guys,

Just a note that Shape & Race is coming up on Saturday, March 20 at Langley Evangelical Free Church so we will be working on cars the next few weeks.

Thursday February 25 - Design cars

Thursday March 4 - Shape & sand cars

Thursday March 11 - Paint cars

Thursday March 18 - Test and tweak cars

Saturday March 20 - Race them at the BC 1000.

Come prepared with ideas.

Also check out the new website at www.csbbc.org

Gym Nights for February to April

2010-02-07T14:16:00.003-08:00

Hi Guys,

Here's the Battalion Gym Night Schedule courtesy of Captain Howard.

Feb 19, 2010
Feb 26, 2010
Mar 5, 2010
Mar 12, 2010
Mar 19, 2010
~~Mar 26, 2010~~ - UNAVAILABLE - Spring Break
~~Apr 2, 2010~~ - UNAVAILABLE - Good Friday
Apr 9, 2010
~~Apr 16, 2010~~ - UNAVAILABLE - per the school
Apr 23, 2010
Apr 30, 2010

See you there.

Noncom Conference A Success!

2010-02-07T14:10:00.003-08:00

Well guys, the 2010 Noncom Conference was a success. A total of 22 noncoms, nits and adult leaders were there. A lot was done and talked about. Lots of activity and lots of food.

To those of you boys who were there make sure you get the signatures needed to get yourself your full first star, not just the brevet version.

For those of you who weren't there, ask those who were what happened. This is something for you to work towards. First step is making sure you have done your Observer achievement.

Post your comments as to what you thought of the weekend.

Noncom Conference

2010-01-25T11:57:00.005-08:00

Hi Guys,

Just a reminder about the Noncom Conference happening at the beginning of February. You don't want to miss this.
Lt. Garth

Happy New Year! and Missions Fest

2010-01-04T20:26:00.003-08:00

Hi there,

A slightly late wishing of Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone. God's best to you in 2010.

This Thursday January 7 we will be having a special guest at Battalion. Be sure to make sure everyone in your squad is there. Our guest is Kevin W. Kevin is a civil engineer with a ministry called Engineering Ministries International. He has some amazing stories to tell from being all over the world helping design and build various projects for missions agencies and groups. He'll be showing pictures and sharing all kinds of things. Don't miss it.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday are when MissionsFest is happening. This is worth attending even just to come by the CSB booth and make sure that Captain Howard (who is also the regional rep) isn't lonely. There also may be jellybeans.

See you Thursday.

Lt. Garth

Christmas Party Sleepover

2009-12-11T22:30:00.003-08:00

Hi guys,

Just a reminder about the Christmas Party sleepover happening at the church starting about 5:30pm on Friday December 18 and finishing about 9am the next day. All kinds of activities will be happening. There will be board games, floor hockey and movies. Bring a musical instrument if you want to jam. Lt. Garth will be bringing his synth and maybe we can make a bunch of noise at some point.

There is the Battalion Gift Exchange. Bring a gift valued at $5 or less and participate. Just remember to have it wrapped.

This party is also for Battalion 3273 Alumni. All you former members, think about coming. For more information contact one of the leaders.

To the leaders: If I've forgotten to mention anything please add it in the comments.

Lt. Garth

Grey Cup Aftermath

2009-11-29T19:58:00.003-08:00

Well, Grey Cup is over for another year. Congratulations to the Montreal Allouettes on the kick with zero time on the clock. A good time was had by those who came. Food was eaten. Cheers were cheered. The game was played. See you all Thursday.

Next big events are
1) Men's carpetball tournament Friday 4 December and
2) The Christmas Sleepover in the church on Friday, December 18

Grey Cup Party

2009-11-21T15:39:00.005-08:00

It is Grey Cup Party time on Sunday November 29. Below is this years poster with the info. If you have questions please contact a leader. Click on the poster to see a bigger version of it.

Hope to see you there

Video from October Eagle Camp

2009-11-15T20:42:00.003-08:00

Here's the video footage from Captain Howard

Battalion Activities Reminder

2009-11-10T14:56:00.005-08:00

Hi Everyone,

Here's some reminders from Captain Howard

1) Gym Nights will resume this Friday Night until the end of the month: November 13th, 20th and 27th.

2) The Noncoms (Sergeant Levi W.; Corporal Josh R.; Lance Corporal Tait C.; Corporal Chris DeF.; Lance Corporal Gavin D.; Corporal Josh S.; Lance Corporal Dennis H.) are invited to a special planning meeting from 8:30pm until 9:30pm this Thursday evening. The leaders will drive them home for 10pm.

3) You should take a look at the recent postings on the Battalion blog at: battalion3273.blogspot.com Garth has added some great photos about the Eagle Camp.

4) The Social Concern video project on gambling resumes next Thursday, Nov 19th, It will be the last week before the final shooting.

Thanks,
Captain Howard

Upcoming events for Battalion 3273

2009-11-01T15:12:00.003-08:00

Hi Everyone. Just a reminder of some of the upcoming events planned for Battalion.

Saturday 7 November - LAN Party at the church. If you can bring a computer, great, if not don't worry there will be quite a few there. More details to come at the regular Thursday meeting.

Sunday 29 November - Grey Cup Party at Lt. Rodger's place. Details to come via poster at a regular Thursday meeting.

Friday 18 December - Christmas sleepover in the church. This is an all night Battalion Christmas party. Includes such fun things as gift exchange, midnight floor hockey, and movies.

Don't forget our regular meetings Thursday evenings at 7:00pm at the church.

Camping on Eagle

2009-10-31T15:47:00.003-07:00

Thanks to Clarence for the pictures. Thanks to Brad Paisley and Joe Satriani for the music.

Captain Howard has video footage that we can hopefully get posted soon.

Clarence's pics and video

2009-10-05T14:34:00.006-07:00

Here's some pictures and a video from Clarence.

Lunch

Fire discussion?

posing by the falls

the falls

Lt Garth trying to make sure his camera works

Getting ready to roll

He-Man!

One more going down.

Almost there.

Here it goes.

One more for next time.

Hiking on Eagle

2009-09-28T20:22:00.009-07:00

On Saturday, September 26, six members (3 leaders and 3 boys) of Battalion 3273 and one guest went exploring on Eagle.

The first picture is of us at the start (Lt. Garth is taking the picture that's why he's not in it).

The first cabin we encountered. Lt. Clarence moving in? Who knows.

Lt. Jim holds our adventurous guest by the ankles as he looks for any more tarps we may have stored in this stump.

Here's the boys and Lt. Jim at the lower falls.

Here's the second cabin we found. This one was complete with arched entry to the 'yard' and cement chinking between the logs.

Getting some dead wood for the fire.

The fire near the start. We had some really good coals for cooking over.

After lunch we went further upstream and checked out the height of the upper falls by throwing some rocks over.

Here's a shot of the topmost part of the upper falls.

A good time was had by all. We left the church parking lot about 9:00 am and returned just before 3:00 pm. Thanks to everyone who showed up. For those you didn't you missed a good time. The weather was ideal for hiking.

Please note that this is the area where we are planning to do some camping in October.

Upcoming events for September to November 2009

2009-09-20T19:55:00.004-07:00

Hi Guys,

Captain Howard and the Lieutenants had a meeting to discuss what we could do this year in Battalion. We did come up with some ideas and some of them are listed below. However we would like to know what you as guys would like to do in Battalion. Please leave us your comments or talk to us on Thursdays during regular meetings. This is YOUR Battalion. Captain Howard and the Lieutenants are here to help you get the most from Battalion.

Activities planned so far:

Thursday, September 24 - Bar-B-Q happening. Captain has bought the meat and is ready to go. We meet at the church at 6:45 p.m. and then go to Blue Mountain Park, play games and eat. We're usually done in the park by about 8:45-9:00 p.m. because it gets dark and then we come back to the church.

Saturday, September 26 - Hike up Eagle Mountain. Eagle Mountain is a great place to explore. We've often camped up there and part of this trip will be to locate former camping sites and check out the waterfalls. Meet at the church at 8:00 a.m. We will be gone by 8:15 a.m. so if you arrive after that we'll be on our way up the mountain. We should be back at the church by about 5:00 p.m. Bring your own lunch. Bring water to drink while hiking as it is thirsty work. The theme of the hike is "Creating Fire". Guess what that involves.

Thursday, October 1 - Our first regular meeting. Lots of great fun stuff planned but you'll have to come to find out what. We're not going to spoil the surprise(s) here. 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. at the church.

Thursday, October 8 - Regular meeting. 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. at the church

Thursday, October 15 - Regular meeting. 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. at the church

Thursday, October 22 - Regular meeting. 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. at the church

Saturday, October 24 to Sunday, October 25 - Camping trip up Eagle Mountain. More details to come.

Thursday, October 29 - Regular meeting. 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. at the church

Thursday, November 5 - Regular meeting. 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. at the church

Friday, November 6 - Possible football game. BC Lions are hosting the Edmonton Eskimos for B.C.'s last game of the regular season. If you're interested in going please let us know 'cause group tickets are cheaper than regular tickets.

Thursdays - Regular meeting

Sunday, November 29 - Grey Cup Sunday. Battalion Grey Cup Party. Usually happens at Lt. Rodger's place. Watch for Lt. Garth's poster with the details.

Christmas Sleepover!!! - Stay tuned.

So guys these are some of the events coming up. Please let us know any thoughts or questions. We really do want to know what you think.

Stay Bright and Keen for Christ.

Lt. Garth

CSB Kickoff Wrap-up

2009-09-19T23:09:00.003-07:00

Hi Guys,

The annual CSB Kick-off with the BC Lions at BC Place is now done.

The Lions won, which is always nice, but of more pressing note Grand Forks Battalion won the Director's Cup AGAIN!!!!! Come on guys from southwestern British Columbia. Battalion 3273 had two boys there at the kick-off. While Langley and Surrey both had boys there the southwestern BC Battalions are letting the interior walk away with it four years in a row. This is not good guys. But congratulations to Captain Lance and his guys from Grand Forks.

Well, the hotdogs and pop were good. The new location in Science World's north parking lot seemed to work well. Big thanks to our Regional Director for organizing it all. Hopefully next year we have more people and southwestern BC Battalions take the cup from the interior.

Lt. Garth

CSB kickoff

2009-09-18T12:47:00.003-07:00

Hi Guys,

Just a reminder that Saturday September 19 is the Kick-off for Brigade in BC at the BC Lions game at BC Place. (That's a lot of time to use the initials 'BC'. Guess which province we're in.)
Please contact Captain Howard if you have questions.

Garth

Welcome

2009-09-18T11:24:00.004-07:00

Hi Guys,

Welcome to the Battalion 3273 Blog. This is where we can share ideas when we're not at our regular Thursday night meeting, phone or email. You can add comments but please be aware that anything not appropriate will be dealt with.

God bless.

Garth