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Royal Ranger Night at Lakeland Tigers Baseball Game and Campout

When is the last time you camped out on a baseball field played on by professionals? Just imagine the joy it will bring to your Rangers’ and the ideas of yesteryear it will rekindle for you. The smell of hot dogs and popcorn, the crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, and don’t forget the seventh inning stretch. After the game we'll pitch our tent on the field, watch a movie on the big screen, and I'm sure some sandlot games will pop-up too. Saturday morning we'll be treated to a hot breakfast.

Make plans to take your boys to the 3^rd annual Royal Ranger night ballgame and FUNDRAISER. That’s right, $3 of every ticket you sell goes back to your outpost. So, you can either charge $7 for the ticket and keep nothing, or charge $10 and keep three bucks. The choice is up to you, but you pay $7 for what you sell.

See the attached flier for details or contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for any questions. Make checks payable to "Florida Rangers Central Division".

What: Baseball Game and Campout

When: May 18^th and 19^th

Where: Joker Marchant Stadium – Lakeland, FL

Cost: $10

Time: 6 PM – 10 AM

Details

Contact: Shawn McIlroy
Location: Joker Marchant Stadium - Lakeland, FL
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Ranger Trails Issues

Does anyone know where old copies of the Pen FL Ranger Trails may be located? I am doing a Historical project and they would be very helpful. Any information can be directed to me by email or comment here or posting on Section 5 face book page. My email is This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

- Steve Bridges

Summer Merit Camp

So, what are you doing this summer? Got any plans? Want to earn a few extra merits while having an absolute BLAST!? If so, Summer Merit Camp 2012 is the place for you! This year we’ve added one more merit for a record number of 7! This really is a summer camp where you will also earn merits. It’s led by a world class staff of top-notch Commanders who understand that teaching merits interactively means A LOT less writing and much more learning. We have a great time with daily and nightly recreation activities including canoeing, The Gauntlet, swimming and movie nights. Every Ranger will receive two SMC 2012 T-shirts, lodging, food, and workbook. So, whether you’re working towards your next advancement level or just want to have some fun, make plans to attend SMC 2012. Register early because seats are limited!

Discovery Ranger Merits: Firearm Safety, Marksmanship, Wildlife, Fingerprinting, Rocketry, Football, James

Adventure/Expedition Ranger Merits:   Archery, Swimming, Advanced Swimming, BB Gun, International Service, Football, James

Click here for a video of SMC 2011

When:      June 14 – 17
Where:     Camp Wilderness, Ft. Meade, FL
Who:       Discovery, Adventure, and Expedition Rangers
Time:       8:00 AM (registration opens) – Open Ceremony starts promptly at 9:00 AM
Cost:       $99
Deadline: May 17th (postmark deadline)
Email:    This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Summer Merit Camp - DR-AR-ER Application

Camporama

National Camporama is an event conducted by the National Royal Rangers Ministry at the national Royal Rangers campground at Camp Eagle Rock, Missouri. Royal Rangers groups from all across the country gather for a week-long, camping-based event. Situated in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, Camp Eagle Rock is the ideal location for a national event of this size and caliber. With expected attendance to exceed 8,000 campers, the 2012 National Camporama is sure to be the best Camporama ever.

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December Camporama News Letter

SMC 2011:Recap

Greetings to each of you! SMC 2011 has come and gone. I’ve been reflecting on the awesome time we all had together, as well as, the tremendous accomplishment of what we had set out to obtain.
The planning for SMC 2011 started in late 2010 by defining a visionfor the camp, identifying the ideal staff qualifications, creating an organization chart, and putting a promotional campaign together. Thus, we set the ground work in place…..the staging ground for God to work with.

Central Division - RK Fun Day

RK Fun Day is an event the ENTIRE family can attend. That’s right, invite your rangers, parents, siblings, and friends! In fact, the Royal Ranger boy who brings the MOST friends, will be rewarded for his efforts with a one sided silly string war with Commander Chris. That’s right…only one will be armed…guess which one?

So, ask yourself these simple questions…

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