Troop 26

Lake Cachuma Overnight
2026-08-29 00:00 - 2026-08-30 23:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Location was not specified
MR Schley to lead, details to follow

Mendocino Farms - FUNDRAISER
2026-08-27 14:00 - 21:00 | Mendicino Farms
Mendocino Farms Restaurant FundraiserThursday August 27th 2pm-9pm Dine in or Take Out to Help Support Troop 26. Simply bring in the flyer or order online that day using code GIVEBACK and we will get up to %50 of sales!! Follow this link for the printable flyer and directions to order online. https://mendocinofarms.force4good.com/event/5fa7b788-a641-40bb-a93f-04e4c9a9b866Do you work in an office or are you a member of another community group? If so please share this flyer and link with everyone!! Let’s get it up on social media too. People love support their friends and neighbors, let’s make sure they have an easy opportunity to do so and get some great food at the same time. P.S. Mendocino Farms recently opened here in town so let’s show them some support and receive some support right back. The food is really good – there used to be one by my Dad’s old house and I always looked forward to their sandwiches and their amazing salads.Thank you,Kat Nash and the Fundraising Team – Troop 26

Mendocino Farms Restaurant Fundraiser
2026-08-27 14:00 - 21:00 | None
We have applied for a Restaurant where Troop 26 will receive 20% of orders by friends and family via presentation of a flier/code when ordering. 2pm-9pm. They are opening soon and are located at La Cumbre Plaza where Panera used to be. More to come once our fundraiser is approved. Fingers crossed.

TROOP MEETING
2026-08-25 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING

TROOP MEETING
2026-08-18 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING, Panthers, Grant, T26 History

Greenbar Meeting
2026-08-18 18:00 - 19:00 | None
Greenbar, agree next x4-5 skill sessions and plan for Sept COH

Parent Meeting
2026-08-11 19:15 - 20:15 | None
August Parent Meeting

TROOP MEETING
2026-08-11 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING, Foxes, Zane, Backyard Wiffleball

Parent Committee Meeting
2026-08-04 19:15 - 20:15, 2026-07-07 19:15 - 20:15 | None
Parent Committee meetings are on the first Tuesday of the month.

NO TROOP MEETING
2026-08-04 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-07 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
NO T26 TROOP MEETING

Sierra Trek - Dinky Lakes
2026-08-02 00:00 - 2026-08-08 23:45 | Location was not specified
ASM Picotte and Renehan to lead, details to follow. expect costs. to be $350 – 400 per person

Mr Schley to Book 2027 Philmont
2026-08-01 20:45 - 21:45 | None
Mr Schley important reminder.

TROOP MEETING
2026-07-28 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING, Crocs, Hunter, Chess

National Jamboree 2026
2026-07-22 00:00 - 2026-07-31 23:45 | Summit Bechtel Family Reserve, West Virginia
Scoutmaster’s Note: This is not a Troop event, it is a national event and the local contingent will be organized by the Council. See signup instructions at the end.
The Scouting event of a lifetime is coming July 22 – 31 2026, and it’s time to sign up and get ready! Join over 10,000 Scouts and Venturers from around the world for a mind-blasting and fun experience. The 2026 theme, “Elevate,” this event will ELEVATE your Scouting and will be a life changing experience not just for your Scouts but for you as well.
This Jamboree will be held at the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve in West Virginia’s adventure sports region known as the New River Gorge. Located on a sprawling 10,600 acres, the property includes more than 5 miles of zip line and challenge courses, 36 miles of mountain bike trails, and 13 acres of shooting sports ranges, as well as venues for kayaking, rock climbing, stand-up paddle boarding, bouldering, skateboarding, BMX, and many other activities. Want to know more about Jamboree? Check out the Jamboree Overview on the Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve website.
Los Padres Council will be sending a mixed gender Troop with both boys and girls. With a limited number of spots that fill up fast, you want to make sure that you can attend with all your friends from your home Troop! There is lots of planning and preparation for this trip, which includes four or more days of touring historic locations in the Washington D.C. area in addition to the ten days of Jamboree.
Requirements to attend:
Scouts must be at least twelve years of age by July 1st, 2026, or completed the 6th grade, but not have reached their 18th birthday by July 30th, 2026. Additionally, we have room for one or two Junior Assistant Scoutmaster that are over 18 years old, but under 21 years old by July 30th, 2026. A National Jamboree is a rewarding and lifetime experience that takes place in the outdoors. It includes walking/hiking
many miles a day with activities in the humid summer climate of West Virginia. Youth and adults must be in good physical
health and pass a BSA physical.
The cost of this event is being determined, but you can expect it to be approximately $5,100 per Scout. This includes all meals, lodging, activities and transportation for the entire Jamboree and tour. Extensive fundraising activities are planned in order to assist all Scouts to cover the costs. Scholarship support may be available on an individual situation basis.
To submit your interest in attending, please fill out this form: .

TROOP MEETING
2026-07-21 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING, Bats, Arlo, Artificial Intelligence

Canoeing at Lake Cachuma THIS SUNDAY!
2026-07-19 08:00 - 11:00 | Lake Cachuma Waterfront
Want a cool morning paddle on Lake Cachuma? RSVP NOW for this Sunday’s adventure!Hi T26 Scouts and Scouters, Come join us on a glorious summer morning paddle on our nearby Lake Cachuma! We will have 12 seats in our canoes. Swim certification is a prerequisite. Please bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, water bottle, sunscreen, $10, and Scout spirit. Please RSVP so that we can plan accordingly. First priority will go to Scouts. Adults who are registered and swim certified may canoe if there is room, or may rent a kayak and journey with us. Carpools are encouraged, as there is a $10 day use fee at the gate.Yours in Scouting, Nancy Schley ASM 805-455-5784

TROOP MEETING
2026-07-14 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING, Panthers, Grant, US Sports

Greenbar Meeting
2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Location was not specified
Greenbar Meeting, Zane to lead with support form Mr Weakliem, discuss trip options for 2026-2027

Dolphin Derby Fundraiser
2026-07-12 00:00 - 23:45 | None
ASM Belfoire to lead, details to follow

Summer Camp, Chawanakee
2026-07-05 08:00 - 2026-07-11 16:00 | Location was not specified
SM Hey to lead. We will meet up at Big 5 at 8am planning to leave by 8:30 and make our way up to Camp Chawanakee. We will return to the Church parking lot. We are guessing mid to late afternoon. Parents will get updates via text. Please be sure your Child’s driver has your phone number on departure.

Valle Verde, July 4th Celebration (on July 1st)
2026-07-01 11:15 - 13:15 | Location was not specified
July 4th flag ceremony at Valle Verde, Mr Hannote coordinating details.

TROOP MEETING
2026-06-30 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING, Foxes, Zane, Military History

Work on Canoe Paddles
2026-06-30 18:15 - 18:45 | St. Mark UMC
To all Scouts interested in canoeing adventures:On Tuesday evening, June 30, before the Troop meeting, we will do some sanding and prep work on our canoe paddles.Please RSVP in the Calendar. Come with:A T-shirt to wear over your uniformGoggles or glassesWork glovesScout spirit!We will provide a face mask.See you Tuesday night!Yours in Scouting,Nancy Schley ASM and Don Logan and Mike Schley ASM

TROOP MEETING
2026-06-23 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
T26 TROOP MEETING, Crocs, Hunter, Uniform Etiquette

NO TROOP MEETING
2026-06-16 19:00 - 20:30 | St Mark UMC
NO T26 TROOP MEETING – Scouts at Seabase

Seabase High Adventure Trip-Florida-(Mr Hannotte)
2026-06-14 00:00 - 2026-06-21 23:45 | Location was not specified
Seabase Trip to Florida, High Adventure Trip

Camp Chawanakee Zoom Meeting
2026-06-11 19:30 - 20:15 | Location was not specified
Zoom info in BOLD below.We will be holding a meeting going over logistics, packing, expectations, events at camp, and Q&A. Join me on Zoom. 7:30PM Thursday June 11th. It should be quick. Please have any questions ready. There is tons of info in the following links.Reservations | Events | FormsCampMap | Equipment | Address & MailPlease note: Although bringing bikes is technically allowed, please do NOT plan to bring one. We can not get 27 bikes up there :)Kat Nash is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Topic: Camp ChawanakeeMeeting Time: Jun 11, 2026 07:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76450375640?pwd=[REDACTED] Meeting chat link https://us04web.zoom.us/launch/jc/76450375640Meeting ID: 764 5037 5640Passcode: [REDACTED] instructions https://us04web.zoom.us/meetings/76450375640/invitations?signature=Z9D-4cM41Eh4WqUtV9RCbHgkODclAYSKc44Tn7a93v4

Swim Merit Badge Session #3
2026-06-10 18:45 - 20:30 | S.B. YMCA
TO: ALL T26 SCOUTS AND ADULTSFROM: Nancy Schley, ASMPlease read carefully: This is for THOSE WHO HAVE TAKEN THEIR SWIM TEST.1. Swim Testing was offered on these dates:Saturday, May 30, 11:30 am at Rancho Alegre. -Swimming Merit Badge starts right after swim tests.Sunday, May 31, 12 noon at Ranch Alegre.You MUST have taken your Swim Test in order to take the Merit Badge.2. Swim Merit Badge will be offered over three sessions:a. First Session: Either May 30 or May 31 (same time and place as above). Please note: The session one requirements must have been done at Rancho Alegre, they cannot be done at the YMCA sessions.b. Second Session: June 3, 6:45pm – 8:30pm at the Santa Barbara YMCA.c. Third Session: June 10, 6:45pm – 8:30pm at the Santa Barbara YMCA.WHAT YOU NEED TO DO FOR THE MERIT BADGE:RSVP in the Calendar for the three sessions you will attend.Get approval (by email) from Mr. Hey, naming me as your MB counselor.Download or purchase the Swimming Merit Badge Handbook (I have 9 left to sell for $5 apiece, email me if you want one).Download the Swimming Merit Badge Workbook at http://usscouts.org/mb/worksheets/swimming.pdf.Before the first session, review these topics and complete these sections of the Workbook: 1a, 1b, and read and be prepared to practice water rescue methods (5a) and line rescue (5b) and survival floating (6b) and the HELP method (6c) and survival floating hypothermia (6d). Use complete answers (3 or 4 sentences per answer) and legible writing for your Workbook entries!Essentials: Bring swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, shoes (for the hot pool deck) water, and snack.If you have questions, please contact me.Nancy Schley, ASM805-455-5784nancy@schleys.com
