2012 Annual Report (PDF version)
Dear Friends,
It brings me great pleasure to announce that 2012 will be known as the year that Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp evolved from a dream into a reality. Due to the efforts of our Board of Directors and the generosity of our benefactors, we were able to achieve our fund raising goal of $52,250 by the end of the third quarter. Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp is now open and available for use.
The following are some of the highlights and accomplishments from 2012.
During 2012, the Corporation received income of $48,872. The expenses of the Corporation totaled $53,557. On December 31, 2012, the net value of the Corporation’s cash assets was $8,232. The estimated fair market value of the Corporation’s physical assets is $69,500. The total value of the Corporation is estimated at $77,732.
In closing, I would like to thank the Board of Directors, our volunteers, and financial supporters for making 2012 a banner year. With our capital campaign behind us, it is time for Corporation to focus on its primary mission - Promoting Wilderness Camping Experiences. I challenge the Board of Directors to move forward with a reaffirmed sense of dedication to the promotion of scouting ideals and community service.
Respectfully Submitted, Date: January 3, 2013
Luc Caron, Chairman
It brings me great pleasure to announce that 2012 will be known as the year that Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp evolved from a dream into a reality. Due to the efforts of our Board of Directors and the generosity of our benefactors, we were able to achieve our fund raising goal of $52,250 by the end of the third quarter. Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp is now open and available for use.
The following are some of the highlights and accomplishments from 2012.
- The MSC Trading Post was opened on January 1. The Trading Post has generated over $12,000 in sales during its first year of operation. Going forward, the Trading Post will serve as the Corporation’s singular fundraiser.
- On July 7, Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp publicly announced that the fundraising goal of $52, 250 had been reached and that the Corporation would move forward with the purchase of the Spectacle Pond property.
- In July, eight bunks were added to the loft in Adam’s Cabin. This project was partially funded by the Hammond Lumber Co.
- After Troop 160 was disbanded on August 20, the Prince of Peace Parish decided to donate all of the troop’s assets to Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp. Some of the cooking gear, a cargo trailer, and five canoes were retained for use at the camp. The remainder of the camping equipment was distributed among local scout troops. All remaining funds were transferred to the MSC treasury.
- On September 27, Joseph & Julie Beggs transferred ownership of their property on Spectacle Pond to Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp.
- On October 28 & November 4, Troop 160 Memorial Scout Camp sponsored “Scouts Against Hunger”…A food drive in support of Saint Martin de Porres Homeless Shelter in Lewiston, ME. Eight scouts and volunteers participated in the project and over two hundred bags of food were collected.
- Throughout the year, the camp was used for three activities.
- On June 23 & 24, the Second Annual Troop 160 Reunion Campout was held at the camp. Although the weather was far from being perfect, five scouts attended the event.
- From July 16 to 19, Troop 160 used the camp for its final summer camp. Seven scouts attended.
- On October 13 & 14, a Geocaching Weekend was held at the camp. Four scouts attended.
- Several improvement projects were completed at the facility because of these events.
During 2012, the Corporation received income of $48,872. The expenses of the Corporation totaled $53,557. On December 31, 2012, the net value of the Corporation’s cash assets was $8,232. The estimated fair market value of the Corporation’s physical assets is $69,500. The total value of the Corporation is estimated at $77,732.
In closing, I would like to thank the Board of Directors, our volunteers, and financial supporters for making 2012 a banner year. With our capital campaign behind us, it is time for Corporation to focus on its primary mission - Promoting Wilderness Camping Experiences. I challenge the Board of Directors to move forward with a reaffirmed sense of dedication to the promotion of scouting ideals and community service.
Respectfully Submitted, Date: January 3, 2013
Luc Caron, Chairman
