AJ's Rocket Launch - Space Exploration Merit Badge

AJ has been working on the Space Exploration Merit Badge with his Boy Scout troop.  Today they launched the rockets they built.  Here are a few pictures and a video.

Michael's Scout Scuba Activity

Michael's Boy Scout leader arranged a super fun activity for the boys to learn how to scuba dive.  Here is a video and some pictures his wife took.  (Thanks, Mindy!)

Video of Michael Scuba Diving

Scout Bike Trip

Michael went on a long bike ride with the Scouts in his troop, and John came along for the fun of it.  He's not in any of the pictures, but he did capture Michael with some of his friends.

Court of Honor

Last week, we went to a Boy Scout Court of Honor for the boy's Scout troop.  Both Michael and AJ received some awards.  Here are some pictures.

My First Triathlon Event

Every year, there is a Boy Scout Triathlon in our area.  Last year, Michael competed and did a great job "ironmanning" it. 

This year, I got together with a friend of mine at church to compete.  She wanted to run, and I wanted to swim, so we recruited someone to bike for us, and we were off!

I had a case of last minute nerves before, but I did okay!  I definitely wasn't first, but I wasn't last either.  It was a great experience!

Michael's a Life Scout!

Michael has been working hard on his Scout rank advancements and received his Life Scout at the last court of honor.  He's already working on his Eagle Scout project and hopes to complete it this summer before he goes back to school.  Here are a few photos from the court of honor.

Last Pack Meeting EVER!!!

AJ received his Webelos badge at the last pack meeting, which is the last pack meeting we will ever attend as parents of a cub scout.  Wow!  Our kids are growing up!

Triathlon - Michael Ironmanned It!

Michael participated in the Venture/Varsity Scout Triathlon last Saturday.  Last year he was part of a team, but this year, he decided to do all three legs himself.  And he did it!

We are so proud of him!